Independence, Missouri

Annual & Quarterly Meetings

The committee will meet to approve minutes from the April 16, 2026 meeting. Members will review and accept quarterly reports from the Fire Department and Police Department, including specific tax reports.

• Acceptance of Fire Department Quarterly Report
• Acceptance of Police Department Quarterly Report
• Acceptance of Police Department Quarterly Use Tax Report
• Acceptance of Police Department Quarterly Marijuana Tax Report
• Acceptance of Police Department Quarterly Prop PD Tax Report

Advisory Committee Meetings

The Nebius Community Advisory Board will meet to elect a chairperson and review meeting procedures. The session is scheduled for July 23, 2026, at 4:00 PM at the Independence Municipal Commons.

• Election of Chairperson
• Review of Meeting Procedures
• Public Comment period
• Board Member Comments

Planning Commission

Special Meetings

El Comité Stay Well se reunirá para aprobar las actas, revisar los estados financieros y discutir las recomendaciones de primas y planes para 2027. La reunión está programada para el 28 de julio de 2026.

• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior
• Estado financiero e informe presentado por CBiz
• Actualización de CIGNA con respecto al seguro médico
• Recomendaciones de primas/planes para 2027 para discusión
• Próxima reunión programada para el 25 de agosto de 2026

Council Meetings

Workshops & Study Sessions

Planning Commission

Advisory Committee Meetings

The Human Relations Commission will meet to discuss planning for a skateboard competition event. No decisions are listed; the agenda item is for discussion only.

• Skateboard competition event planning discussion

Advisory Committee Meetings

Public Hearings

Planning Commission

Special Meetings

Board & Commission Specific Meetings

Planning Commission

Public Hearings

Special Meetings

Planning Commission

Planning Commission

Public Hearings

Planning Commission

Planning Commission

Public Hearings

Planning Commission

Public Hearings

Advisory Committee Meetings

The Storm Water Control Oversight Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive staff reports. Discussions will cover financial status, maintenance, and capital improvement projects.

• Approval of April 8, 2026, meeting minutes
• Financial report
• Maintenance report
• Capital Improvement Projects report

Council Meetings

The City Council will review several rezoning requests, including properties on US 40 Highway and US 24 Highway. The agenda also includes numerous contract approvals for infrastructure, water treatment, and municipal maintenance.

• Rezoning of 16523 E US 40 Highway to General Commercial
• Rezoning of 20691 E US 24 Highway to Single-Family Residential/Planned Unit Development
• Special Use Permit for a rental car business at 3601 S. Noland Road
• Change order for Truman Connected Phase II Project up to $976,012
• Street cut repairs with Davenport Construction for $1,658,800

Executive Sessions

The Independence City Council will meet in a closed executive session on July 20, 2026 at 4:30 PM. The session is convened under RSMo 610.021 to consider matters of personnel records and real estate. No specific agenda items are disclosed in the public agenda.

Public Utility Advisory Board

The Public Utility Advisory Board will hold a meeting to approve minutes, elect annual officers, and discuss utility financial reports and data center updates.

• Approval of June 18, 2026, meeting minutes
• Annual Officer Elections for Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Review of Utility Financial Reports for May 2026
• Review of IPL Statistical Charts for May 2026
• Update on Data Centers/Battery Sites

Board & Commission Specific Meetings

The Independence Sustainability Commission will consider approving June meeting minutes, discuss updates on a local sustainability award and the postponed Bike Ride of Historic Places, receive information on KC Can Compost, and address expiring commission terms and 2026 priorities.

• June 11, 2026 meeting minutes for approval
• Postponed Bike Ride of Historic Places (Frontiers Museum, Railroad Museum, Bingham Waggoner, Chicago Alton Depot)
• KC Can Compost information update
• October expiring terms for Cassandra, Maureen, Dan, and Madalyn
• 2026 Commission priorities discussion

Public Hearings

El Consejo de Ajuste celebrará una audiencia pública sobre una variación a los estándares de lote para 9612 y 9614 E. 9th Street S. El consejo también considerará aprobar las actas de su reunión del 18 de junio de 2026.

• Solicitud de variación para los estándares de lote en 9612 E. 9th Street S.
• Solicitud de variación para los estándares de lote en 9614 E. 9th Street S.
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 18 de junio de 2026

Advisory Committee Meetings

La Comisión de Relaciones Humanas se reúne para analizar diversos eventos comunitarios próximos y revisar la selección de premios. Los puntos incluyen descripciones generales de la Copa Mundial de la FIFA 2026 y el evento de Juneteenth, junto con discusiones sobre el Premio ICON, Island Fest y una competencia de skate. No hay votos ni decisiones formales programadas; la agenda es principalmente para discusión y planificación.

• Revisión de la selección y presentación del Premio ICON
• Descripción general y discusión de Island Fest
• Discusión del evento de competencia de skate
• Descripción general de la Copa Mundial de la FIFA 2026
• Descripción general del evento de Juneteenth

The Human Relations Commission approved the minutes from the special called meeting on May 18, 2026 by a 6‑0 vote. The commission then adjourned the July 14, 2026 meeting by a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved May 18, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación considerará una rezonificación y un plan de desarrollo preliminar para 19901 E. M-78 Highway. La agenda también incluye dos solicitudes de alquiler a corto plazo y una enmienda propuesta a la Ordenanza de Desarrollo Unificado con respecto a centros de datos y sistemas de almacenamiento de energía de baterías.

• Solicitud de rezonificación/PUD para 19901 E. M-78 Highway
• Solicitud de alquiler a corto plazo para 12808 E. 47 th Ter Ct S
• Solicitud de alquiler a corto plazo para 1215 E. South Ave
• Enmienda UDO #80 respecto a Centros de Datos y Sistemas de Almacenamiento de Energía de Baterías (BESS)

Workshops & Study Sessions

El Concejo Municipal discutirá una resolución para instruir al Administrador de la Ciudad a presentar una iniciativa de boleta para el financiamiento de sitios históricos en las Elecciones Generales de noviembre de 2026. La sesión también incluye presentaciones sobre Truman Connected Phase 2 y la construcción de GO Bond.

• Resolución para la iniciativa de boleta de financiamiento de sitios históricos
• Actualización de Truman Connected Phase 2
• Actualización de la construcción de GO Bond

Personnel Board

La Personnel Board llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre cambios propuestos a cuatro artículos del manual de Políticas y Procedimientos de Personal de la Ciudad de Independence. Los cambios abordan los procedimientos de quejas sobre el lugar de trabajo y la igualdad de oportunidades de empleo (Artículo I), reclutamiento y selección (Artículo III), asistencia y horas de trabajo (Artículo IV), y reempleo después de la separación (Artículo VI). La junta también considerará la aprobación de las actas del 15 de mayo de 2026. No se enumeran otros elementos sustantivos.

• Audiencia pública sobre cambios al Artículo I: Procedimientos de quejas sobre el lugar de trabajo e igualdad de oportunidades de empleo
• Audiencia pública sobre cambios al Artículo III: Reclutamiento, selección, período de prueba y promoción
• Audiencia pública sobre cambios al Artículo IV: Reglas de asistencia y horas de trabajo y licencia
• Audiencia pública sobre cambios al Artículo VI: Lenguaje de reempleo por separación y acción disciplinaria
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 15 de mayo de 2026

Board & Commission Specific Meetings

El Comité de Ciudades Hermanas de Japón se reunirá para coordinar un intercambio estudiantil y planificar el Uptown Matsuri. El organismo discutirá la disponibilidad de lugares y la dotación de voluntarios para estos eventos.

• Planificación para el intercambio con Japón, incluyendo la disponibilidad del edificio Truman Memorial
• Discusión de una posible fecha para el Uptown Matsuri el 7 de noviembre

Advisory Committee Meetings

La Comisión de Árboles se reunirá para discutir el plan paisajístico de la mansión Vaile. La agenda también incluye una discusión sobre Truman Connects.

• Plan Paisajístico - Mansión Vaile

The Independence Tree Commission meeting was called to order at the Vaile Mansion, but no official business could be conducted because there was no quorum. No votes or actions were taken.

Special Meetings

El Comité de Servicios Médicos de Emergencia de Independence se reunirá virtualmente para revisar las respuestas de emergencia de AMR y de bomberos, recibir informes del director médico, Centerpoint, IPD/Centro de Comunicaciones y la preparación de emergencias regionales, y discutir el programa de co-respuesta ARCH. El comité podría votar para cerrar una parte de la reunión bajo la ley estatal para discutir procedimientos de salud mental o física no judiciales que involucren personas identificables.

• REVISIÓN DE LAS RESPUESTAS DE EMERGENCIA DE AMR
• REVISIÓN DE LAS RESPUESTAS DE EMERGENCIA DE BOMBEROS
• INFORME DEL DIRECTOR MÉDICO
• ACTUALIZACIÓN DEL PROGRAMA DE CO-RESPUESTA ARCH
• Posible sesión cerrada bajo el RSMo. 610.021(5) para procedimientos de salud

The Independence Emergency Medical Services Committee met virtually on July 7, 2026, and approved the previous meeting's minutes. Members received updates on GI and tickborne diseases, AMR emergency response times (no greater than 15 minutes), and fire response data (92% of calls responded to in 9 minutes or less). No motions to approve, deny, or table any substantive items were made; the only action was the procedural vote to approve minutes and adjourn.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 9:13 am

Advisory Committee Meetings

El Consejo de las Artes de Independence discutirá una solución de arte permanente y un plan de arte a largo plazo para el Independence Municipal Commons, así como el Plan de Artes Públicas de Independence en general y su implementación. No se programan votaciones ni decisiones; la reunión consiste únicamente en elementos de discusión.

• Discusión de una solución de arte permanente y un plan a largo plazo para el Independence Municipal Commons
• Discusión del Plan de Artes Públicas de Independence y su proceso de implementación asociado

Executive Sessions

El Concejo Municipal de Independence se reunirá en una sesión ejecutiva cerrada el 6 de julio de 2026 para discutir litigios, acciones legales y comunicaciones entre abogado y cliente, según lo permitido por la ley de Missouri. No hay negocios públicos ni decisiones programadas; la agenda consiste únicamente en elementos procesales para la sesión cerrada.

• Sesión ejecutiva cerrada según RSMo 610.021(1) para litigios y comunicaciones legales

Council Meetings

El Concejo Municipal se reúne para votar sobre varios contratos de infraestructura y combustible de alto valor y una emisión de bonos para redesarrollo. El cuerpo también considerará moratorias de 180 días para instalaciones de procesamiento de datos y sistemas de almacenamiento de energía de baterías.

• Ordenanza para Bonos de Incremento de Impuestos y Bonos de Ingresos de Distrito Especial para el Proyecto de Redesarrollo de Wally's hasta $12,000,000
• Contrato de compra de combustible y fuel oil con Frazier Oil & LP Gas Company, Inc. por $4,340,000
• Contrato de reemplazo de tubería principal de agua con Earthworks Excavation & Associates, LLC por $1,124,903.48 en Sheley Rd.
• Moratorias de 180 días sobre instalaciones de procesamiento/alojamiento de datos y sistemas de almacenamiento de energía de baterías (BESS)
• Ordenanza propuesta de elección especial de revocatoria

Audit and Finance Committee

El Comité de Auditoría y Finanzas se reunirá para discutir actualizaciones de la política de inversión de la ciudad y las políticas de reserva de los fondos de servicios internos. El organismo también recibirá una presentación sobre las tarifas de procesamiento de tarjetas de crédito y actualizaciones financieras.

• Actualización de la Política de Inversión
• Presentación de Tarifas de Procesamiento de Tarjetas de Crédito
• Políticas de Reserva de Fondos de Servicios Internos
• Actualización de Finanzas Mensuales
• Actualización de Gestión de Riesgos/Compensación Laboral

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación se reunirá para considerar dos solicitudes para operar alquileres a corto plazo. El organismo también revisará las actas de la reunión del 9 de junio de 2026.

• Caso 26-400-74: Solicitud de alquiler a corto plazo en 112 N. Ash Ave
• Caso 26-400-75: Solicitud de alquiler a corto plazo en 14820 E. 46th St S

The commission unanimously approved the consent agenda items. It also approved a motion to hear Case 26-400-75 first. Both short‑term rental applications—Case 26-400-75 at 14820 E. 46th St S and Case 26-400-74 at 112 N. Ash Ave—were approved with a 7‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved Consent Agenda (minutes) – Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
• Approved motion to hear Case 26-400-75 first – Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
• Approved Short-Term Rental at 14820 E. 46th St S (Case 26-400-75) – Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
• Approved Short-Term Rental at 112 N. Ash Ave (Case 26-400-74) – Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0

Special Meetings

Esta es una reunión regular del Comité Stay Well para revisar estados financieros, recibir actualizaciones de CIGNA y CBiz, y discutir actividades de bienestar. No se enumeran votos o decisiones específicas; la agenda consiste en informes y actualizaciones de rutina.

• Estado financiero presentado por el Departamento de Finanzas
• Actualización de CIGNA por Kevin Kueker y Lisa Phillips
• Informe financiero presentado por CBiz
• Actualización de RRHH presentada por Bethany Dickey

Workshops & Study Sessions

El Concejo Municipal está considerando dos resoluciones que impondrían moratorias de 180 días en los permisos para instalaciones de procesamiento y alojamiento de datos y para sistemas de almacenamiento de energía con baterías. La sesión de estudio discutirá estas propuestas de prohibición de nuevas solicitudes. No se admiten solicitudes ciudadanas según las reglas del concejo.

• Resolución para una moratoria de 180 días sobre permisos para instalaciones de procesamiento y alojamiento de datos (Concejal Stewart)
• Resolución para una moratoria de 180 días sobre permisos para sistemas de almacenamiento de energía con baterías (BESS) (Concejal Stewart)

Council Meetings

Esta es una sesión ejecutiva cerrada estrictamente procedimental. El Ayuntamiento se reunirá en privado para discutir litigio, acciones legales, comunicaciones entre abogado y cliente y asuntos de personal, según lo permita la ley estatal. No se programa ningún negocio público.

• Sesión cerrada bajo RSMo. 610.021(1) para litigio y comunicaciones entre abogado y cliente
• Sesión cerrada bajo RSMo. 610.021(3) y (13) para personal y registros de personal

Public Hearings

La Junta de Ajuste de Independence celebrará una audiencia pública el 18 de junio de 2026, para el Caso 26-999-06, una variación de estándares de lote en 606 N Hocker Ave. La agenda también incluye la aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 21 de mayo de 2026 y asuntos administrativos.

• Audiencia pública sobre el Caso 26-999-06 – variación de estándares de lote en 606 N Hocker Ave

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance for 606 N Hocker Ave with a 4‑0 vote. The Board also approved the May 21, 2026 meeting minutes by a 4‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 6:42 p.m.

• Approved variance for 606 N Hocker Ave (4-0)
• Approved May 21, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:42 p.m.

Public Utility Advisory Board

El Public Utility Advisory Board escuchará presentaciones sobre un estudio de tarifas de agua por Black and Veatch y sobre tarifas de conveniencia de MyMeter. Los informes incluyen actualizaciones sobre el AMI Program Manager, retrasos en el Blue Valley Generation Site, y los estados financieros de April 2026. No se programaron votaciones sobre estos temas; la reunión es solo para discusión e información.

• Presentación sobre MyMeter y tarifas de conveniencia por IPL Customer Service
• Presentación del estudio de tarifas de agua por Black and Veatch
• Actualización sobre el AMI Program Manager
• Actualización sobre el cronograma/retrasos del Blue Valley Generation Site
• Revisión de los informes financieros de servicios públicos de April 2026

Council Meetings

El Concejo Municipal adoptó los presupuestos operativo y de capital anuales para el próximo año fiscal. La reunión también incluyó varias renovaciones de seguros, contratos de servicios públicos y una notificación sobre una elección especial de revocación.

• Adopción de los Presupuestos Operativo y de Capital Anuales para el AF 2026-27
• $2,500,000 para cuadrillas de linieros oficiales aumentadas para Independence Power & Light
• Contrato de $830,425 para servicios de microtránsito bajo demanda con WHC SAF, LLC
• Emisión de $12,000,000 en bonos para el Proyecto de Redesarrollo de Wally’s (Primera Lectura)
• Notificación de una elección especial de revocación para el concejal del Distrito 1 John Perkins

The City Council approved the annual operating and capital budgets for fiscal year 2026-2027. Additional actions included approving various insurance renewals, service contracts, and a public art policy amendment. The council was also notified of a certified recall election for District 1 Councilmember John Perkins scheduled for September 1.

• Approved 2026-27 annual operating and capital budgets (7-0)
• Approved 2026-27 excess workers' compensation insurance premium not to exceed $428,051 (7-0)
• Approved 2026-27 utility property insurance renewal of $844,683 (7-0)
• Approved 2026-27 non-utility property insurance renewal of $925,109 (7-0)
• Approved $350,249 for Substation A 69kV reconfiguration services (7-0)
• Approved up to $430,000 for code enforcement and board-up abatement services (7-0)
• Approved $830,425 contract for on-demand micro-transit services (7-0)
• Approved $2,500,000 for augmented journeyman lineman crews (7-0)

Board & Commission Specific Meetings

La Comisión de Sostenibilidad se reunirá para aprobar las actas del 14 de mayo y discutir asuntos anteriores, incluido un premio para una empresa o individuo local, un paseo en bicicleta por lugares históricos que fue pospuesto y una actualización sobre KC Can Compost. Los nuevos asuntos incluyen el establecimiento de prioridades de la comisión para 2026. No hay decisiones específicas ni montos en dólares en la agenda.

• Premio para empresa o individuo local – actualización
• Paseo en bicicleta por lugares históricos – pospuesto (Frontiers Museum, Railroad Museum, Bingham Waggoner, Chicago Alton Depot)
• Actualización de información de KC Can Compost
• Discusión de prioridades de la comisión para 2026

The Commission approved the May 14, 2026, meeting minutes. The Bike Ride of Historic Places was postponed until the end of the school year. Discussions focused on advertising a sustainability award and coordinating farmer's market tabling for KC Can Compost.

• Approved May 14, 2026, meeting minutes
• Postponed Bike Ride of Historic Places until end of school year

Advisory Committee Meetings

La Comisión de Árboles de Independence considerará un plan de paisajismo para la Vaile Mansion, revisará los Legacy Trees y escuchará una actualización sobre el proyecto Truman Connect. La reunión incluye la aprobación de las actas anteriores y discusión abierta bajo Tree Talk.

• Asuntos Nuevos: Plan de Paisajismo para Vaile Mansion en 1500 N. Liberty
• Asuntos Pendientes: actualización de Truman Connect con Alex Lopez
• Asuntos Pendientes: revisión de Legacy Trees

The commission discussed updating Independence tree ordinances using guidelines from Liberty and Overland Park. Recommendations will be sent to the City Council for approval and the assignment of an enforcement committee.

• Approved May 13, 2026 meeting minutes
• Proposed updating tree ordinances based on Liberty and Overland Park guidelines

Board & Commission Specific Meetings

El Japanese Sister City Committee se reunirá para discutir actualizaciones del intercambio estudiantil y planificar un intercambio con Japón. El cuerpo votará sobre los fondos estudiantiles restantes y el presupuesto de intercambio.

• Votación sobre fondos restantes de American Student Exchange
• Votación sobre presupuesto de intercambio con Japón
• Confirmación de disponibilidad del edificio Truman Memorial
• Discusión sobre posible fecha del Uptown Matsuri el sábado, 7 de noviembre

The committee approved the May minutes and set a budget limit for upcoming student exchange events. A discussion regarding the distribution of leftover student funds was tabled until Danijela returns from the exchange trip.

• Approved May minutes (unanimous)
• Set 2026 student exchange activity budget not to exceed $5,000
• Tabled discussion on student leftover funds

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación considerará varias solicitudes de rezonificación y planes de desarrollo, incluido un permiso para un negocio de alquiler de automóviles y una solicitud de alquiler a corto plazo. El cuerpo también votará sobre planos preliminares y finales para proyectos residenciales.

• Rezonificación de 16523 E US 40 Hwy a C-2 (Comercial General)
• Rezonificación de 20691 E US 24 Highway a R-6/PUD (Residencial Unifamiliar/Desarrollo de Unidad Planificada)
• Permiso de Uso Especial para un negocio de alquiler de automóviles en 3601 S. Noland Road
• Planes de Desarrollo Preliminares para The Cottages at White Oak (136 E. White Oak) y McBee Acres
• Solicitud de alquiler a corto plazo para 5217 S Powell Ave

The Planning Commission approved a short-term rental at 5217 S Powell Ave despite neighbor concerns about safety and noise. Also approved were a special use permit for an Avis overflow parking lot on Noland Road (with added lighting condition) and a rezoning for a culinary teaching center on US 40 Highway. The consent agenda (including three subdivision plats) was passed unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes, Meadowbrook Estates Phase 2 preliminary and final plats, Jackson Place final plat) – 7-0
• Approved short-term rental at 5217 S Powell Ave – 7-0
• Approved special use permit for rental car overflow lot at 3601 S Noland Road with added condition requiring lighting before use – main motion 7-0, condition added 6-1
• Approved rezoning of 16523 E US 40 Hwy from R-6/C-2 to C-2 for a culinary teaching and urban farming project – 7-0

Workshops & Study Sessions

El Concejo Municipal de Independence llevará a cabo una sesión de estudio para discutir una resolución que instruye al Administrador Municipal a explorar financiamiento para los Sitios Históricos de propiedad municipal. La reunión también incluirá una actualización sobre el Ennovation Center y una nota sobre posibles sesiones ejecutivas cerradas.

• Resolución para explorar financiamiento para Sitios Históricos
• Actualización sobre el Ennovation Center
• Posible sesión ejecutiva cerrada sobre litigios, personal, contratos, bienes raíces o negociaciones laborales

Advisory Committee Meetings

The Animal Welfare Committee se reunirá para seleccionar un presidente y un vicepresidente. El cuerpo también revisará las actualizaciones de los subcomités y los datos.

• Selección de Presidente y Vicepresidente

The Animal Welfare Committee elected Ted Luce as chair and Linda Pringle as vice chair. The committee approved a motion to combine the Communications and Legislative subcommittees into two new groups: Volunteer and Fundraising. The group discussed the status of the Animal Control move to the Health & Animal Services Department.

• Elected Ted Luce as chair (unanimous)
• Elected Linda Pringle as vice chair (unanimous)
• Approved combining Communications and Legislative subcommittees (unanimous)
• Approved minutes as written (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:16 pm (unanimous)

Special Meetings

El Comité de Bienestar Animal está convocando una reunión especial para un evento 'Community World Cafe' centrado en los Friends of the Independence Shelter. La agenda solo indica que puede haber quórum, lo que sugiere que la reunión es en gran parte de procedimiento o basada en discusión.

• Reunión de Community World Cafe sobre los Friends of the Independence Shelter

The Animal Welfare Committee met on June 7, 2026, but the minutes state 'No meeting minutes recorded. Notice only.' No substantive decisions, proposals, or discussions were documented.

Advisory Committee Meetings

El Consejo Asesor de Salud se reunirá virtualmente para seleccionar un vicepresidente. El consejo también recibirá actualizaciones sobre el kratom y las enfermedades transmisibles.

• Selección del vicepresidente
• Actualización sobre el kratom
• Actualización sobre enfermedades transmisibles

The Independence Advisory Board of Health meeting scheduled for June 4, 2026 was canceled because a quorum was not present. No decisions or discussions took place.

General

La Comisión de Patrimonio elegirá un presidente, un vicepresidente y un secretario, y luego escuchará una presentación de la Independence Square Association sobre una designación de Missouri Main Street para la Plaza histórica. Se recibirán comentarios del público.

• Elección de oficiales (presidente, vicepresidente, secretario)
• Presentación de la Independence Square Association sobre la designación de Missouri Main Street
• Aprobación de las actas del 3 de marzo de 2026
• Periodo de comentarios del público

Special Meetings

El comité se reunirá virtualmente para revisar varios informes de respuesta a emergencias. Los temas de discusión incluyen revisiones de las respuestas de emergencia de AMR y de bomberos, así como actualizaciones sobre el Arch Co-Responder Program.

• Revisión de las respuestas de emergencia de AMR
• Revisión de las respuestas de emergencia de bomberos
• Informe del Director Médico
• Actualizaciones de Centerpoint
• Actualización del Arch Co-Responder Program

The committee approved the April meeting minutes. Members received updates regarding health department issues, emergency response times, and regional preparedness staffing.

• Approved April meeting minutes (unanimous)

Council Meetings

El Concejo Municipal está realizando una audiencia pública para los presupuestos operativo y de capital anuales del año fiscal 2026-27. El organismo también está decidiendo sobre varios planes de reurbanización y gastos de infraestructura para el Departamento de Power & Light.

• Audiencia pública para el presupuesto propuesto del año fiscal 2026-27
• Gastos para Power & Light: $500,000 para transformadores, $400,827 para un Digger Derrick y $180,000 para medidores Itron
• Aprobación del Plan de Reurbanización de Financiamiento por Incremento de Impuestos de Noland Fashion Square y $75 millones en bonos de ingresos de desarrollo industrial sujetos a impuestos
• Aceptación de cuatro subvenciones de MoDOT para la aplicación de la ley del Departamento de Policía por un total de $1,797,750
• Aprobación de la tienda minorista Savers en 16607 East 23rd Street South

The City Council approved the Noland Fashion Square Tax Increment Financing Redevelopment Plan, though 11 related project ordinances were postponed indefinitely. Council also authorized over $1.8 million in MoDOT grants for police enforcement and approved several equipment purchases for the Power & Light Department.

• Approved Noland Fashion Square TIF Redevelopment Plan (7-0)
• Postponed 11 Noland Fashion Square Redevelopment Project ordinances indefinitely (7-0)
• Approved $1.26M MoDOT grant for police impaired driving and youth alcohol checks
• Approved $485,000 MoDOT grant for hazardous moving violations enforcement
• Approved $26,000 MoDOT grant for pedestrian safety enforcement
• Approved $20,000 MoDOT grant for occupant protection enforcement
• Approved $180,000 for Itron Meters and $500,000 for transformers for Power & Light (7-0)
• Approved $400,827 for a DH48 Digger Derrick for Power & Light (7-0)

Executive Sessions

El Ayuntamiento se reunirá en sesión ejecutiva cerrada conforme a la ley de Misuri para discutir litigios, acciones legales, comunicaciones entre abogado y cliente y registros de personal. No se enumeran ítems específicos ni decisiones; la sesión es procedimental y confidencial.

• Sesión cerrada autorizada bajo RSMo. 610.021(1) para litigios y asuntos entre abogado y cliente
• Sesión cerrada autorizada bajo RSMo. 610.021(13) para registros de personal

Public Hearings

La Junta de Ajuste celebrará audiencias públicas para considerar solicitudes de variación sobre requisitos de vallas y de retranqueo en dos propiedades de Independence. La junta también aprobará las actas de una reunión anterior.

• Audiencia pública para el caso 26-999-02 en 17226 E 40th Ter S (variación de valla)
• Audiencia pública para el caso 26-999-05 en 18901 E 33rd Ter Ct S (variación de retranqueo)
• Aprobación de las actas del 19 de marzo de 2026

The Board of Adjustment approved two variance requests unanimously. Case 26-999-02 granted a fence-height variance at 17226 E 40th Ter S. Case 26-999-05 granted a setback variance at 18901 E 33rd Ter Ct S. The board also approved the minutes from the March 19, 2026 meeting.

• Approved fence variance at 17226 E 40th Ter S (4-0)
• Approved setback variance at 18901 E 33rd Ter Ct S (4-0)
• Approved March 19, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)

Public Utility Advisory Board

La Junta Asesora de Servicios Públicos discutirá los informes financieros de servicios públicos de marzo de 2026, una actualización sobre el Administrador del Programa AMI y los retrasos en el sitio Blue Valley Generation. La junta también revisará el Proceso de Planificación Consolidada para la Southwest Power Pool (SPP) y los gráficos estadísticos de IPL. No se programan votos ni decisiones; los artículos son solo para discusión e información.

• Preguntas sobre los Informes Financieros de Servicios Públicos – marzo de 2026
• Actualización sobre el Administrador del Programa AMI
• Actualización sobre la Línea de Tiempo/S retrasos del Sitio Blue Valley Generation
• Proceso de Planificación Consolidada (CPP) para la Southwest Power Pool (SPP)
• Gráficos Estadísticos de IPL – marzo de 2026

Special Meetings

El Comité Stay Well se reúne para aprobar las actas de marzo y abril, recibir estados financieros del Departamento de Finanzas y un informe financiero de CBiz, y escuchar actualizaciones de CIGNA y RR.HH. El comité también discutirá actividades de bienestar y realizará la revisión anual de Cigna.

• Aprobación de las actas de marzo y abril
• Estado financiero del Departamento de Finanzas para marzo y abril
• Actualización de CIGNA presentada por Kevin Kueker y Lisa Phillips
• Informe financiero de CBiz para marzo y abril
• Actualización de RR.HH. y actividades de bienestar presentadas por Bethany Dickey y Selena Good

The meeting was largely informational, with no substantive decisions made. The committee approved the March and April minutes and received financial reports showing a net income of $2.57 million for the fiscal year to date.

• Approved March meeting minutes
• Approved April meeting minutes

Advisory Committee Meetings

La Comisión de Relaciones Humanas considerará la aprobación de las actas de marzo, discutirá un evento de competencia de skateboard y seleccionará a los nominados para el Premio ICON. La agenda es principalmente procedimental y se centra en eventos comunitarios y premios.

• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 10 de marzo de 2026
• Discusión del Evento de Competencia de Skateboard
• Nominaciones y selecciones del Premio ICON
• Discusión de próximos eventos comunitarios

The Human Relations Commission approved the 2026 ICON Awards for West iNd Connection and former Mayor Eileen Weir. The commission also postponed a discussion regarding a skateboard competition event.

• Approved March 10, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Postponed skateboard competition discussion to July meeting (5-0)
• Awarded 2026 ICON Awards to West iNd Connection and former Mayor Eileen Weir (5-0)

Council Meetings

El Concejo Municipal llevó a cabo audiencias públicas y primeras lecturas para un plan de redesarrollo integral para Noland Fashion Square, que incluye financiamiento mediante incremento de impuestos y un distrito de desarrollo de transporte. El cuerpo también aprobó varios contratos de infraestructura y una licencia de licor para Truman Stop.

• Propuesta de $75,000,000 en bonos de ingresos de desarrollo industrial imponibles para Noland Fashion Square
• Aprobación de orden de compra de $769,817.00 para Design Mechanical a través de una enmienda presupuestaria
• Aprobación de contrato de $929,887 con Midwest Public Risk para seguros de propiedad y vehículos
• Aprobación de $446,884.75 para Olsson Associates para Mejoras del Drenaje Pluvial de Rockwood
• Aprobación de licencia de licor minorista para Truman Stop en 11715 E. US Highway 24

City Council approved several infrastructure change orders and a liquor license for Truman Stop. The council also passed resolutions updating personnel manuals and appointing members to various city boards. Multiple ordinances regarding the Noland Fashion Square redevelopment were read for the first time.

• Approved $769,817 for HVAC replacement at the Commons (7-0)
• Approved liquor license for Truman Stop at 11715 E. US Highway 24 (7-0)
• Approved $148,650 for Madison Rd Sanitary Sewer Repair
• Approved $446,884.75 for Rockwood Storm Drainage Improvements
• Approved $250,000 for Power Distribution Transformers
• Approved $929,887 for non-utility property insurance policies
• Approved appointments to House Authority, Board of Adjustment, and Heritage commissions
• Postponed appointments to boards and Audit and Finance Committee to 6/1/26 (7-0)

Special Meetings

La Junta de Personal llevará a cabo una reunión especial para revisar y discutir actualizaciones de varios artículos de la política de empleo, incluyendo los procedimientos de quejas, reclutamiento, asistencia y reempleo después de la separación. La junta también considerará la aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 13 de marzo de 2026.

• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del March 13, 2026
• Artículo I – Procedimiento de Quejas
• Artículo III – Reclutamiento
• Artículo IV – Asistencia
• Artículo VI – Reempleo después de la Separación

Board & Commission Specific Meetings

La Independence Sustainability Commission considerará la aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 14 de abril, recibirá una actualización sobre un premio de sostenibilidad para un negocio local o individuo, discutirá un paseo en bicicleta por lugares históricos que ha sido pospuesto, y recibirá una actualización de KC Can Compost. Los nuevos asuntos incluyen el establecimiento de las prioridades de la comisión para 2026.

• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 14 de abril de 2026
• Actualización sobre premio de sostenibilidad para negocio local o individuo
• Paseo en bicicleta por lugares históricos – pospuesto, con Frontiers Museum, Railroad Museum, Bingham Waggoner, Chicago Alton Depot
• Actualización de información de KC Can Compost
• Discusión de las prioridades de la Comisión para 2026

Advisory Committee Meetings

El comité discutirá actualizaciones sobre American student exchanges y reclutamiento de familias anfitrionas. La agenda también incluye planificación para Japanese Market Day y una discusión sobre una organización 501c3.

• Actualizaciones de American Student Exchange
• Actualizaciones de Host Family Recruiting
• Japanese Market Day
• Discusión y Planificación sobre 501c3

The committee unanimously approved the previous meeting's minutes. Most of the meeting consisted of updates on the American student exchange program, host family recruitment, Japanese Market Day fundraising, and 501(c)(3) application status. No substantive policy decisions or votes on contracts or ordinances were taken.

• Approved prior minutes (unanimous)

Advisory Committee Meetings

La Independence Tree Commission se reunirá para revisar las actas anteriores y discutir los árboles históricos. La comisión también abordará el plan paisajístico para Truman Connect.

• Plan Paisajístico - Truman Connect
• Árboles Históricos

The Independence Tree Commission approved the April 2026 meeting minutes and received an update on the Legacy Tree Program, which will soon be available on the city website. No formal decisions were made on the Truman Connect landscape plan or other items; discussion was limited to updates and planning for future review of the tree ordinance.

• Approved April 8, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Public Hearings

La Comisión de Planificación de Independence llevará a cabo una audiencia pública para considerar dos solicitudes de permisos de alquiler a corto plazo en propiedades ubicadas en S Crisp Ave y S River Blvd. La reunión también incluirá la aprobación de las actas de la comisión del 14 de abril de 2026.

• Aprobación de las Actas de la Comisión de Planificación – 14 de abril de 2026
• Caso 26-400-47 – Solicitud de alquiler a corto plazo en 1110 S Crisp Ave
• Caso 26-400-48 – Solicitud de alquiler a corto plazo en 4125 S River Blvd

The Planning Commission approved two applications to operate short-term rentals. One request was approved unanimously, while the second was approved despite objections from neighbors regarding safety and property values.

• Approved April 14, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved short-term rental request for 1110 S Crisp Ave (6-0)
• Approved short-term rental request for 4125 S River Blvd (5-1)

Council Meetings

El City Council recibirá una presentación sobre el Presupuesto Propuesto para el Año Fiscal 2026-2027 durante esta sesión de estudio. El punto está listado solo como información, por lo que no se espera ninguna acción formal. El concejo también puede convocar una sesión ejecutiva cerrada sobre asuntos permitidos como litigios, personal o contratos.

• Presentación del Presupuesto Propuesto para el Año Fiscal 2026-2027
• Posible sesión ejecutiva cerrada sobre litigios, personal, contratos, bienes raíces o negociaciones laborales

Board & Commission Specific Meetings

La Comisión de Independence Park se reunirá el 7 de mayo de 2026 para gestionar asuntos administrativos rutinarios. La agenda incluye informes estándar del personal sobre el presupuesto, las instalaciones, los servicios de recreación y el marketing. Los comisionados también revisarán las actualizaciones del Plan Maestro de Parques y Recreación como asuntos pendientes. Esta agenda no contiene audiencias públicas ni artículos de votación específicos.

• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 5 de febrero de 2026
• Informes del personal sobre presupuesto, instalaciones de parques, servicios de recreación y marketing
• Revisión del Plan Maestro de Parques y Recreación
• Espacio reservado para nuevos asuntos

Council Meetings

El Concejo Municipal está convocando una sesión ejecutiva cerrada para discutir litigios, acciones legales y comunicaciones abogado-cliente, según lo permitido por la ley estatal. No se programan asuntos públicos ni decisiones.

• Sesión cerrada bajo RSMo. 610.021(1) para litigios y asuntos legales

Council Meetings

El Concejo Municipal llevará a cabo audiencias públicas sobre dos solicitudes de rezonificación y votará sobre varias ordenanzas y resoluciones, incluido un contrato de $13.56 millones para la construcción del Bly Road Switchyard para el Departamento de Independencia de Energía y Luz (Independence Power & Light Department). Otras acciones incluyen aprobar un contrato de sobrecarpeta asfáltica de $2.18 millones, autorizar la adquisición de derechos de vía para el proyecto Winner Road Complete Streets, y una primera lectura de una enmienda presupuestaria. Todos los elementos listados en las agendas de consentimiento y regular fueron aprobados por una votación de 7-0.

• Acuerdo de Ingeniería, Adquisición y Construcción (EPC) de $13.56 millones con EPC Services Company para la construcción del Bly Road Switchyard para IPL
• Contrato de construcción de $2.18 millones con Superior Bowen Asphalt Co. para el Proyecto de Sobrecarpeta Asfáltica del Año Fiscal 2026
• Audiencia pública y aprobación para cambiar la zonificación de 710 S. Hawthorne Ave de R-30/PUD a R-6 Residencial Unifamiliar
• Audiencia pública y aprobación para cambiar la zonificación de propiedades de la ciudad cerca de Truman & Noland, Lexington & Memorial, y Lexington & Lynn al distrito Historic Square (HSQ)
• Ordenanza que autoriza la adquisición de derechos de vía y posible dominio eminente para el proyecto Winner Road Complete Streets

The City Council approved a major construction agreement for the Power & Light Department and authorized several infrastructure contracts. They also approved two rezoning requests and an amendment to the FY 2025-2026 budget.

• Approved $13,561,176 EPC Agreement for Bly Road Switchyard Construction (7-0)
• Approved $2,178,782.22 contract with Superior Bowen Asphalt Co., LLC for FY 26 Asphalt Overlay Project
• Approved $462,627 change order for Fire Station #8 water main relocation
• Approved $721,345 change order for Upper Adair Interceptor Project engineering
• Approved rezoning of 710 S. Hawthorne Ave to R-6 Single-Family Residential (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of city-owned properties near Truman & Noland, Lexington & Memorial, and Lexington & Lynn to HSQ Historic Square (7-0)
• Approved resolution requiring Council approval for separation agreements exceeding City Manager's purchasing authority (7-0)
• Approved FY 2025-2026 budget amendment (7-0)

Planning Commission

La reunión de la Comisión de Planificación del 28 de abril de 2026 ha sido cancelada. La siguiente reunión programada regularmente será el 12 de mayo de 2026.

• Reunión cancelada; no se consideraron temas

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for April 28, 2026, was cancelled. No decisions were made.

Special Meetings

El Comité Stay Well se reunirá para revisar los estados financieros y las actualizaciones de Cigna, CBiz y HR. La agenda también incluye una discusión sobre actividades de bienestar.

• Presentación de estados financieros por parte del Finance Department
• Actualización de Cigna presentada por Kevin Kueker y Lisa Phillips
• Informe financiero presentado por CBiz
• Actualización de HR presentada por Bethany Dickey
• Discusión de actividades de bienestar dirigida por Selena Good

The Stay Well Committee met on April 28, 2026, but a quorum was not present. All items requiring approval were deferred to the next meeting.

Council Meetings

El Concejo Municipal discutirá una resolución que requiere la aprobación del concejo antes de que el administrador de la ciudad ejecute cualquier acuerdo de separación que supere la autoridad de compra del administrador. El Concejo también recibirá el Informe Anual de la Policía 2025 y los informes semestrales de varios comités de supervisión. La sesión podría pasar a sesión ejecutiva cerrada por litigios, personal, contratos, bienes raíces o negociaciones laborales.

• Resolución 26-719: Requeriría la aprobación del concejo para acuerdos de separación que excedan la autoridad de compra del administrador de la ciudad
• Presentación del Informe Anual de la Policía 2025
• Informe Semestral de la Independence Park Commission
• Informe Semestral del Stormwater Oversight Committee
• Informe Semestral del Street Improvement Oversight Committee

Council Meetings

El Concejo Municipal se reunirá en una sesión ejecutiva cerrada sobre litigios, acciones legales o comunicaciones entre abogado y cliente. Esta reunión está programada para el 27 de abril de 2026 a las 5:00 PM.

• Sesión ejecutiva cerrada sobre litigios y acciones legales

Public Utility Advisory Board

La Junta Asesora de Servicios Públicos se reúne para recibir informes sobre las finanzas de los servicios públicos de febrero de 2026 y actualizaciones sobre el gerente del programa AMI, los gráficos estadísticos de IPL y la demolición del antiguo ayuntamiento. La agenda es informativa sin votos formales ni ordenanzas programadas.

• Preguntas sobre los informes financieros de servicios públicos - febrero de 2026
• Actualización sobre el gerente del programa AMI
• Gráficos estadísticos de IPL - febrero de 2026
• Actualización sobre la demolición del antiguo ayuntamiento

TIF Commission

La Comisión de TIF llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre el Plan de Redesarrollo de Financiamiento de Incremento Fiscal (TIF) de Noland Fashion Square y considerará una resolución recomendando la aprobación del plan, el área de redesarrollo, la designación de zona degradada, los proyectos y el desarrollador al Concejo Municipal.

• Audiencia pública sobre el Plan de Redesarrollo TIF de Noland Fashion Square
• Resolución recomendando la aprobación del plan TIF y la designación de zona degradada
• Aprobación de los proyectos de redesarrollo y del desarrollador registrado
• Elección de funcionarios y aprobación de las actas de la reunión de noviembre de 2025

Council Meetings

El Concejo Municipal de Independence aprobó una emisión de bonos de ingresos para desarrollo industrial de $2 mil millones y múltiples contratos de construcción, incluyendo reparaciones de puentes y un proyecto de patio de maniobras. Se pospuso una solicitud de rezonificación para propiedades de la plaza histórica.

• Autorizar $2B en bonos de ingresos para desarrollo industrial
• Aprobar $147,600 para vehículos de flota
• Aprobar $428,528 para el reemplazo del techo de la Fire Station #1
• Aprobar $1.15M para ingeniería de los puentes de Kentucky Avenue y RD Mize
• Aprobar $160,000 para la construcción del Crysler Avenue Bridge

The council voted 7‑0 to adopt an ordinance authorizing up to $2 billion in industrial development revenue bonds. It also approved several major contracts, including a $428,528 roof replacement for Fire Station #1 and a $160,000 crossing improvement for the Crysler Avenue Bridge. Additional items passed were a $600,000 budget for power delivery studies and a $1,149,133 change order for bridge engineering services.

• Approved $2 billion industrial development revenue bond issuance (7-0)
• Approved $428,528 roof replacement contract for Fire Station #1 (vote not recorded)
• Approved $160,000 crossing improvement agreement for Crysler Avenue Bridge (7-0)
• Approved $1,149,133 change order for Kentucky Ave. and RD Mize bridge engineering (7-0)
• Approved $600,000 budget for Southwest Power Pool delivery point studies (6-1)
• Approved purchase and sale agreement with Mid‑Continent Public Library (6-1)
• Adopted CDBG/HOME program funding ordinance (7-0)
• Adopted city Code of Ethics amendment ordinance (7-0)

Public Hearings

Esta reunión de la Junta de Ajuste consiste enteramente en asuntos que han sido continuados hasta la reunión del 21 de mayo de 2026. No se realizarán audiencias públicas ni decisiones en esta fecha.

• Caso 26-999-02 – 17226 E 40th Ter S – Variaciones a los requisitos de cercas (continuado)

The Board of Adjustment continued all items on the agenda to the May 21, 2026 meeting, including the public hearing for a fence variance at 17226 E 40th Ter S. No decisions were made.

• Continued Case 26-999-02 (fence variances) to May 21, 2026

Annual & Quarterly Meetings

El Comité de Supervisión de Impuestos de Seguridad Pública se reunirá para recibir y aceptar los informes trimestrales de los Departamentos de Bomberos y Policía, que incluyen informes de impuestos de uso, impuesto a la marihuana e impuesto Prop PD. No hay decisiones de nuevas políticas ni audiencias públicas en la agenda.

• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 13 de enero de 2026
• Aceptación del informe trimestral del Departamento de Bomberos
• Aceptación del informe trimestral del Departamento de Policía
• Aceptación del informe trimestral de impuestos de uso del Departamento de Policía
• Aceptación del informe de impuesto a la marihuana del Departamento de Policía

The committee approved the quarterly reports for the Independence Fire Department and Police Department. The Police Department reported a projected $1 million overtime budget deficit and 24 officer vacancies. The Fire Department provided updates on station construction and apparatus procurement.

• Approved January 13th, 2026 meeting minutes
• Approved Fire Department Quarterly Report
• Approved Police Department Quarterly Report
• Approved Police Department Quarterly Use Tax Report
• Approved Police Department Marijuana Tax Report
• Approved Police Department Quarterly Prop PD Tax Report

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación de Independence revisará nueve solicitudes para operar alquileres a corto plazo en diversas propiedades. La reunión incluye una agenda de consentimiento para asuntos rutinarios y una mesa redonda de discusión para la próxima sesión.

• Revisión de nueve solicitudes de permisos de alquileres a corto plazo
• Aprobación de las actas de la Comisión de Planificación del 24 de marzo de 2026
• Mesa redonda de discusión para la próxima reunión el 12 de mayo de 2026

The Planning Commission unanimously approved all eight short-term rental applications on the agenda. One case (317 N. Cogan Ln.) required an additional condition prohibiting street parking, which passed 5-2 before the final approval 7-0. All other cases were approved 7-0 or 6-0-1 (one recusal). The commission also approved the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved STR at 317 N. Cogan Ln. with added street-parking condition (final 7-0)
• Approved STR at 14104 E. 39th St. S. (7-0)
• Approved STR at 1312 S. Emery Ave. (7-0)
• Approved STR at 3829 S. Crane St. (7-0)
• Approved STR at 3021 Porter Rd. (6-0-1, commissioner recused)
• Approved STR at 12717 E. 48th St. S. (7-0)
• Approved STR at 1526 E. Hayward Ave. (7-0)
• Approved STR at 15212 E. 33rd St. S. (7-0)

Board & Commission Specific Meetings

La Comisión de Sostenibilidad aprobará las actas de marzo, discutirá un premio para un negocio o individuo local, y recibirá actualizaciones sobre un Paseo en Bicicleta de Lugares Históricos pospuesto y el programa KC Can Compost. En asuntos nuevos, los miembros establecerán sus prioridades de la comisión para 2026.

• Premio para negocio o individuo local – actualización y enlace de nominación proporcionados
• Paseo en Bicicleta de Lugares Históricos pospuesto; cuatro museos listados como paradas
• Actualización de información de KC Can Compost
• Prioridades de la comisión para 2026 por establecer

Council Meetings

Esta es una agenda procesal para una sesión ejecutiva cerrada del Concejo Municipal. No hay votos específicos ni decisiones públicas programadas; la sesión podría discutir litigios, asuntos de personal y contratos, según lo permitido por la ley estatal.

• Posible discusión de litigios y asuntos legales según RSMo. 610.021(1)
• Posible discusión de asuntos de personal según RSMo. 610.021(3) y (13)
• Posible discusión de contratos según RSMo. 610.021(12)

Council Meetings

El Concejo Municipal llevará a cabo una sesión de estudio para discutir una resolución que alinea los estándares de salud ambiental de la ciudad con el Condado de Jackson. La reunión también incluye presentaciones sobre gestión de riesgos, sitios históricos y gobernanza de IPL.

• Resolución 26-718 sobre estándares de salud ambiental consistentes con el Condado de Jackson
• Presentación de actualización sobre gestión de riesgos
• Presentación del Plan Maestro de Sitios Históricos
• Presentación de gobernanza de IPL

The City Council voted 7-0 to suspend meeting rules, allowing non-citizens to speak during the citizen requests portion of the meeting. The Council also heard a presentation on the Risk Management Fund and a study session on the Historic Sites Master Plan.

• Suspended rules to allow non-citizens to speak (7-0)
• Postponed indefinitely resolution on environmental health standards
• Heard Risk Management Fund presentation
• Heard Historic Sites Master Plan study session

Board & Commission Specific Meetings

El Comité de la Ciudad Hermana Japonesa se reunirá para discutir actualizaciones sobre el programa de intercambio de estudiantes americanos y el reclutamiento de familias anfitrionas, así como la planificación para el Día del Mercado Japonés. Un punto de discusión clave es la posible formación de una organización 501c3, lo que afectaría la estructura legal y financiera del comité. También se abordarán las asignaciones de subcomités y una propuesta de club juvenil.

• Discusión y planificación del 501c3 y estructura legal/financiera
• Actualizaciones sobre el intercambio de estudiantes americanos y el reclutamiento de familias anfitrionas
• Planificación del Día del Mercado Japonés
• Asignaciones de subcomités con responsabilidades mensuales
• Propuesta de club juvenil para el compromiso estudiantil

The Japanese Sister City Committee approved $20,333 for 10 student exchange tickets ($2,033 per person) with base insurance. They also approved a refund for participant Jacob minus $200 deposit and $75 class fee. No updates were received on legal review of travel paperwork, host family recruitment, 501(c)(3) status, or sub-committee assignments.

• Approved $20,333 for 10 student exchange tickets with base insurance (unanimous)
• Approved refund for Jacob minus $200 deposit and $75 class fee (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Special Meetings

El concejo votará una resolución para emitir hasta $2 mil millones en bonos de ingresos de desarrollo industrial gravables, y un Acuerdo de Gestión Energética con Rainbow Energy Marketing Corporation por un total de $3,472,647. Otros puntos de acción incluyen una prohibición de ciertos derivados de kratom, una rezonificación de propiedades municipales cerca de Truman Road al distrito Historic Square, y múltiples contratos para proyectos de aceras y reparaciones de plantas eléctricas.

• Resolución 26-030: autorizando hasta $2,000,000,000 en bonos de ingresos de desarrollo industrial gravables
• Artículo de consentimiento 9: Acuerdo de Gestión Energética con Rainbow Energy Marketing Corp. por $3,472,647
• Artículo de consentimiento 2: $2,500,000 diseño-construcción para proyectos de aceras en Cassell Park Elementary y Mill Creek Elementary
• Ordenanza 26-020: prohibiendo la venta de ciertos derivados intoxicantes de kratom y restringiendo las ventas a mayores de 21 años
• Ordenanza 26-029: rezonificación de propiedades municipales cerca de Truman Road, Noland Road y Lexington Avenue de C-2 e I-1 al distrito Historic Square (HSQ)

The City Council approved several infrastructure and labor items, including a $2.5M design-build contract for elementary school sidewalks and the IAFF Local 781 collective bargaining agreement. An ordinance restricting Kratom sales was passed to take effect in 60 days. Additionally, an energy management agreement with Rainbow Energy Marketing Corporation was approved.

• Approved $2.5M design-build for Cassell Park and Mill Creek elementary sidewalks (7-0)
• Approved IAFF Local 781 Collective Bargaining Agreement (7-0)
• Approved 2026 Parks and Recreation Master Plan (6-0-1)
• Passed ordinance restricting Kratom sales to those 21+ and requiring behind-the-counter storage (7-0)
• Approved Energy Management Agreement with Rainbow Energy Marketing Corporation (5-2)
• Approved $73,875 change order for water/floodplain study at Rock Creek Trail (7-0)
• Approved ordinance for utility easements at 39th Street & Independence Center Signal Design (7-0)
• Recognized Sgt. Emily Kennon with the ISTAR Award (6-0)

Advisory Committee Meetings

La Comisión de Árboles de Independence discutirá y potencialmente decidirá sobre selecciones de árboles para el proyecto Truman Connect, junto con actualizaciones sobre el Árbol de Navidad del Alcalde y el Árbol Legacy. También considerarán la participación en la Uptown Garden Faire. La reunión incluye la aprobación de las actas del 11 de marzo y charla general sobre árboles.

• Truman Connect - Selecciones de Árboles
• Actualización del Árbol de Navidad del Alcalde
• Actualización del Árbol Legacy
• Discusión sobre Uptown Garden Faire
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 11 de marzo de 2026

The Independence Tree Commission approved the March 11, 2026 meeting minutes. Members discussed and settled the landscape plan for Truman Connect tree selections. The Mayor's Christmas Tree has been relocated to Hiram Young Park. The Uptown Garden Faire is scheduled for April 25 with tree giveaways and raffles.

• Approved March 11, 2026 meeting minutes
• Settled landscape plan for Truman Connect tree selections

Advisory Committee Meetings

El comité revisará las actas de la reunión del 28 de enero de 2026 y discutirá el tablero financiero. El personal de la ciudad también está programado para dar una presentación de primavera al Concejo.

• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 28 de enero de 2026
• Discusión del tablero financiero
• Presentación de primavera al Concejo

Advisory Committee Meetings

El Independence Arts Council considerará una recomendación sobre una Política de Artes Públicas enmendada y recibirá una actualización sobre el programa 1% for the Arts relacionado con proyectos de estaciones de bomberos. El consejo también discutirá una solución de arte temporal y un plan de arte permanente para el Independence Municipal Commons.

• Considerar recomendación sobre la Política de Artes Públicas enmendada
• Actualización sobre el 1% for the Arts relacionado con Proyectos de Estaciones de Bomberos
• Discusión de la solución de arte temporal y el arte permanente en Independence Municipal Commons
• Aprobación de las actas del 6 de enero de 2026

Special Meetings

El Comité de Servicios Médicos de Emergencia se reúne para revisar el rendimiento de la respuesta de emergencia de AMR y los departamentos de Bomberos, recibir informes del Director Médico, Centerpoint, IPD y el Centro de Comunicaciones, y discutir la preparación regional. Se planifica una sesión ejecutiva para los procedimientos de salud confidenciales.

• Revisión de las respuestas de emergencia de AMR
• Revisión de las respuestas de emergencia de bomberos
• Informe de preparación de emergencia regional
• Actualización del programa de respuesta conjunta ARCH
• Sesión ejecutiva para procedimientos de salud mental o física no judiciales

The Emergency Medical Services Committee met virtually and approved the previous meeting minutes. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of updates on TB cases, flu decline, response times, and preparations for the World Cup. The committee adjourned without voting on any policy or contract items.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (unanimous)

Advisory Committee Meetings

The Street Improvement Oversight Committee will meet to approve minutes from a previous session and discuss a financial dashboard. The agenda includes a presentation from city staff to the council regarding spring initiatives.

• Approval of January 14, 2026 meeting minutes
• Financial dashboard and discussion
• Spring presentation to council - city staff

Advisory Committee Meetings

The Advisory Board of Health will meet virtually to select a chair and review a recommendation regarding kratom. The board will also address new business and approve previous minutes.

• Kratom recommendation
• Selection of chair

The Advisory Board of Health approved a resolution to endorse the kratom ordinance. The board also passed an amendment requiring all kratom products to be kept behind the counter.

• Approved February and March minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Dr. Morris as Chair (unanimous)
• Endorsed kratom resolution with enforcement and state law concerns (unanimous)
• Approved amendment requiring kratom products to be kept behind the counter (unanimous)

Public Hearings

The Independence City Council is holding a public hearing to discuss and receive citizen input on the 2026-2030 Consolidated Plan and the 2026-27 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME funds. Topics include priority needs, goals, anticipated resources, and planned projects. No formal decisions are being made at this hearing; it serves as a step in the citizen participation process.

• Overview of 2026-2030 Consolidated Plan for CDBG & HOME funds
• Presentation of 2026-27 Annual Action Plan projects
• Discussion of priority needs and goals
• Citizen participation plan for next steps
• Timeline for plan adoption

A public hearing was conducted regarding the CDBG & HOME Participation 2026-2030 Consolidated Plan and the 2026-27 Annual Action Plan. No members of the public were in attendance.

Audit and Finance Committee

The Independence Audit and Finance Committee will meet to review special assessments and tax liens, discuss a procurement policy update for inflation, and receive monthly financial reports. The meeting will include a closed executive session on legal matters.

• Review of special assessments & tax liens
• Procurement Policy — Indexing for inflation
• Risk Management Work Comp Update
• Monthly Financials Update
• Finance Director Report

The committee met to review special assessments, tax liens, procurement policy, and risk management. The only substantive action taken was the approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved February 11, 2026 minutes

Special Meetings

The Stay Well Committee is holding a special meeting on March 24, 2026, to receive routine updates from CIGNA, the finance department, CBiz, and HR. No votes or decisions are listed; the agenda consists primarily of reports and wellness activities discussions.

• Update from CIGNA presented by Kevin Kueker and Lisa Phillips
• Financial statement from the Finance Department
• Financial report presented by CBiz
• HR update from Bethany Dickey
• Wellness activities update from Selena Good

The committee reviewed financial statements for February 2026, noting a total fund net income of $1,427,558. Cigna representatives reported that HCA negotiations are still in progress. Wellness updates included free dietitian visits and upcoming Employee Appreciation Week.

• Reviewed February 2026 financial reports
• Received update on ongoing HCA negotiations

Annual & Quarterly Meetings

The Public Safety Tax Oversight Committee will approve the minutes from its September 25, 2025 meeting. It will accept the fire department’s quarterly report. It will accept the police department’s quarterly report and related tax reports. The next meeting is set for June 23, 2026.

• Approval of minutes from September 25, 2025 meeting
• Acceptance of fire department quarterly report
• Acceptance of police department quarterly report
• Acceptance of police department quarterly tax reports (use, marijuana, property)
• Next meeting scheduled for June 23, 2026

The March 24, 2026, meeting was canceled because a quorum was not reached. The meeting is being rescheduled.

Planning Commission

The Independence Planning Commission will review a request to rezone a property at 710 S. Hawthorne Avenue from R-30/PUD to R-6. The meeting also includes a consent agenda and four requests to operate short-term rentals at various properties.

• Rezoning request at 710 S. Hawthorne Avenue
• Short-Term Rental request at 3701 S. Scott Avenue
• Short-Term Rental request at 2880 S. Vermont Avenue
• Short-Term Rental request at 17101 E Berry Ln
• Short-Term Rental request at 3307 S. Crysler Avenue

The Planning Commission approved a property rezoning from high density residential to single-family residential at 710 S. Hawthorne Avenue. Three short-term rental requests were approved, while one request for 17101 E Berry Ln was denied following public opposition regarding noise and parking concerns.

• Approved March 10, 2026 minutes (7-0)
• Approved rezoning at 710 S. Hawthorne Avenue (7-0)
• Approved short-term rental at 3701 S. Scott Avenue (7-0)
• Approved short-term rental at 2880 S. Vermont Avenue (7-0)
• Denied short-term rental at 17101 E Berry Ln (3-4)
• Approved short-term rental at 3307 S. Crysler Avenue (7-0)

Council Meetings

The City Council will convene in a closed executive session on March 23, 2026, to discuss litigation, legal action, and attorney-client communications. No public business or votes are scheduled.

• Closed session under RSMo. 610.021(1) for litigation and legal matters

Council Meetings

The City Council is holding a study session to receive presentations on the 2026 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, the KC2026 Transportation Update, and the Arts Policy. No votes are expected; the session is for discussion and information. The Council may later convene a closed executive session on matters including litigation, personnel, contracts, and real estate.

• Presentation of 2026 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• KC2026 Transportation Update briefing
• Arts Policy discussion
• Possible closed executive session under RSMo. 610.021

The City Council held a study session featuring presentations on the 2026 annual financial report, KC2026 transportation updates, and an Arts Council policy overview. No formal votes or legislative decisions were recorded during this session.

• Presented 2026 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report by Rubin Brown Auditing
• Presented KC2026 Transportation Update by Jason Sims
• Presented Arts Policy overview by GK Callahan

Advisory Committee Meetings

This is the third meeting of the 2026-27 CDBG Public Services Advisory Committee. The committee will discuss funding amount recommendations for the Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships programs. No votes or final decisions are scheduled; the meeting is limited to discussion and questions.

• Discussion of funding amount recommendations for 2026-27 CDBG and HOME programs

The committee reviewed preliminary funding allocations based on application scores. A decision was reached to evenly distribute funds left over from Hope House's request among other organizations. Final allocations will be recalculated once HUD allocation amounts are received in April.

• Approved even distribution of remaining funds among organizations
• Adjusted program year to run July 1 – May 31

Public Hearings

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request for building and parking lot setbacks at 1001 W. US Highway 24. The board is also scheduled to approve minutes from its December 18, 2025 meeting.

• Public hearing on Case 26-999-01: variances to building and parking lot setbacks at 1001 W. US Highway 24
• Approval of minutes from December 18, 2025 meeting

The Board approved variance requests regarding building and parking lot setbacks at 1001 W. US Highway 24. The December 18, 2025, meeting minutes were also approved.

• Approved variances for building and parking lot setbacks at 1001 W. US Highway 24 (5-0)
• Approved December 18, 2025, meeting minutes (5-0)

Public Utility Advisory Board

The Public Utility Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from February 2026 and review financial reports for January 2026. The agenda includes an update on the AMI Program Manager and a demonstration of the old City Hall.

• Approval of February 19, 2026 meeting minutes
• Review of utility financial reports for January 2026
• Update on AMI Program Manager
• Presentation of IPL statistical charts for January 2026
• Demonstration of the old City Hall

Council Meetings

The City Council voted 7-0 to appoint Troy Anderson as City Manager and approve his employment agreement. They also held public hearings and approved a bed and breakfast special use permit at 1304 S. Maywood Avenue, as well as amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance on accessory buildings and temporary signs. A resolution was passed to engage a financial advisor for the Nebius Project, and an ordinance prohibiting Kratom sales to minors was postponed to April 8. Several consent agenda items were approved, including contracts for sewer relocation, water pipe supplies, and a $875,000 insurance renewal.

• Appointed Troy Anderson as City Manager with a 7-0 vote and approved his employment agreement.
• Approved Resolution 26-714 to engage a financial advisor for the Nebius Project.
• Held a public hearing and passed a special use permit for a bed and breakfast at 1304 S. Maywood Avenue (Ord. 19792).
• Amended the Unified Development Ordinance on accessory buildings and structures (Ord. 19793) and on temporary signs (Ord. 19794).
• Postponed Ordinance 26-020 (prohibiting Kratom sales to persons under 21) until April 8, 2026.

Council appointed Troy Anderson as City Manager and approved his employment agreement, passing 7‑0. The council also approved multiple purchase orders and contracts totaling over $2 million, including a $200,000 order with MHC Kenworth and a $428,138.08 emergency sewer contract. A special‑use permit for a bed‑and‑breakfast at 1304 S. Maywood Ave was approved 7‑0, while the ordinance restricting Kratom sales was postponed to the April 8 meeting.

• Appointed Troy Anderson as City Manager; employment agreement approved (7-0)
• Approved $200,000 purchase order with MHC Kenworth (consent agenda)
• Approved $428,138.08 emergency construction contract for sanitary sewer main relocation (consent agenda)
• Approved $550,000 for water pipe, gate valves, and fittings (consent agenda)
• Approved $239,380 purchase order to WSP USA for engineering services (consent agenda)
• Approved $875,000 liability insurance renewal with Obsidian Specialty Insurance (consent agenda)
• Approved Special Use Permit for bed & breakfast at 1304 S. Maywood Ave (7-0)
• Postponed ordinance restricting Kratom sales to April 8, 2026 meeting (7-0)

Personnel Board

The Independence Personnel Board will hold a public hearing to propose changes to Article VI regarding separation and disciplinary action. The meeting agenda lists approval of previous minutes and a schedule for the next session.

• Approval of February 12, 2026 Meeting Minutes
• Public hearing on proposed changes to Article VI
• Update to Section B of Personnel Policies & Procedures Manual

The Personnel Board approved the February 12, 2026 meeting minutes unanimously. The board voted to recommend the proposed changes to Article VI (Separation and Disciplinary Action) of the City of Independence Personnel Policies & Procedures Manual to the council. The next board meeting was scheduled for April 10, 2026, and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved February 12, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended changes to Article VI of Personnel Policies to council (unanimous)
• Scheduled next Personnel Board meeting for April 10, 2026
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Advisory Committee Meetings

The Independence Advisory Board of Health will meet virtually to discuss a proposed ordinance regarding kratom. The public can join the meeting via Microsoft Teams or by phone.

• Kratom ordinance discussion
• Meeting held virtually
• Public participation via Teams or phone

The Advisory Board approved a motion to reconvene at the next regularly scheduled meeting in April to discuss the proposed Kratom ordinance further. The motion was seconded by Dr. Larry Legler and approved unanimously by all present. A separate motion to adjourn the meeting was also approved unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Motion to reconvene in April to discuss Kratom ordinance – approved unanimously
• Motion to adjourn – approved unanimously

Advisory Committee Meetings

The Independence Tree Commission will meet to consider old business including Legacy Trees and the Mayor's Christmas Tree, and new business including tree selections for the Truman Connect project and the Uptown Garden Faire. The meeting includes a public Tree Talk session.

• Legacy Trees
• Mayor's Christmas Tree
• Truman Connect - Tree Selections
• Uptown Garden Faire

The Independence Tree Commission approved the January meeting minutes. The commission discussed starting tree removal for the Truman Connect project next week, to be completed by March 31, with a landscape proposal due in June. They also announced the Uptown Garden Faire on April 25 and noted the city's 25‑year Tree City USA status. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved January meeting minutes

Board & Commission Specific Meetings

The Independence Sustainability Commission will discuss and set its 2026 priorities, receive updates on a sustainability award for a local business or individual, a postponed Bike Ride of Historic Places, and a KC Can Compost program update. The board will also approve minutes from its January 15 meeting.

• Approval of January 15, 2026 meeting minutes
• Update on award for local business or individual (nomination form linked)
• Bike Ride of Historic Places postponed; stops include Frontiers Museum, Railroad Museum, Bingham Waggoner, Chicago Alton Depot
• KC Can Compost information update
• Discussion and setting of 2026 Commission priorities

Advisory Committee Meetings

The committee will approve the prior meeting’s minutes and receive updates on the American student exchange program and host‑family recruiting. It will also discuss planning for a 501(c)(3) organization and consider any items raised by members.

• Approve prior minutes
• American student exchange updates
• Host family recruiting updates
• 501(c)(3) discussion and planning
• Items from the floor

At the March 11, 2026 meeting, the Japanese Sister City Committee approved the prior meeting minutes. Chad motioned, Danijela seconded, and the motion passed unanimously. No other formal decisions were recorded.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Advisory Committee Meetings

The Human Relations Commission will approve the minutes from its January 13, 2026 meeting. It will review the Martin Luther King Jr. ceremony and discuss the ICON award. New business includes a discussion of a proposed skateboard competition event.

• Approval of meeting minutes from January 13, 2026
• MLK ceremony review
• ICON award discussion
• Skateboard competition event discussion

The Human Relations Commission approved the minutes from the January 13, 2026 meeting by a 5‑0 vote. The commission also adopted the criteria for the 2026 ICON Award, also by a unanimous 5‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved January 13, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adopted ICON Award criteria (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Public Hearings

The Independence Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider several short-term rental applications and the Capital Improvements Program. One short-term rental case has been withdrawn. The meeting includes routine consent agenda items and roundtable discussion.

• Case 26-400-12 – Short-Term Rental – 202 S. Fuller Avenue
• Case 26-400-13 – Short-Term Rental – 3115 S. Vermont Avenue
• Case 26-400-14 – Short-Term Rental – 2319 S. Cedar Avenue
• Case 26-400-15 – Short-Term Rental – 3840 S. Crysler Avenue
• Capital Improvements Program discussion

The commission approved its consent agenda unanimously. It approved four short‑term rental requests—202 S. Fuller Ave, 3115 S. Vermont Ave, 2319 S. Cedar Ave, and 3840 S. Crysler Ave—each with a 7‑0 vote. The 2026‑2032 Capital Improvements Program was adopted with a 6‑1 vote. No public comments were recorded on the rental cases.

• Approved Consent Agenda (Yes 7, No 0)
• Approved short‑term rental at 202 S. Fuller Ave (Yes 7, No 0)
• Approved short‑term rental at 3115 S. Vermont Ave (Yes 7, No 0)
• Approved short‑term rental at 2319 S. Cedar Ave (Yes 7, No 0)
• Approved short‑term rental at 3840 S. Crysler Ave (Yes 7, No 0)
• Approved Capital Improvements Program 2026‑2032 (Yes 6, No 1, Abstained 0)

Council Meetings

The Independence City Council will hold a study session to review the police pursuit policy and liability insurance renewal. The meeting will also include a closed executive session for potential personnel and legal matters.

• Police pursuit policy review
• Liability insurance renewal
• Closed executive session for personnel and legal matters

The council voted to place the Liability Insurance Renewal item on the March 16 agenda. Councilmember Perkins moved the motion, Councilmember Fears seconded, and all seven members voted aye. No members voted nay. The item will be considered at the next meeting.

• Motion to place Liability Insurance Renewal on March 16 agenda approved (7-0)

Executive Sessions

The Independence City Council will meet in a closed executive session on March 9, 2026 at 4:30 PM in Conference Room A, 111 E. Maple Ave. The agenda does not list specific items; under RSMo 610.021 the session may cover litigation, legal actions, personnel matters, labor negotiations, or contracts. No decisions or proposals are disclosed in the public agenda.

Special Meetings

The Independence Animal Welfare Committee is holding a special meeting on March 9, 2026, at the Regional Animal Shelter. The agenda consists of routine procedural items: call to order, approval of minutes, a data review and Prop P report, subcommittee reports, and adjournment. No specific votes or action items are listed beyond these standard agenda topics.

• Data Review and Prop P Report (no details on the report's contents provided in the agenda)

The committee approved its meeting minutes unanimously. The Prop P Use Tax draft report was approved by all members present. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Prop P Use Tax draft report (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)

Special Meetings

This is a procedural special meeting. The City Council convenes in a closed executive session, as permitted by state law, to discuss personnel matters and contracts. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.

Advisory Committee Meetings

The CDBG Advisory Committee is holding its second meeting to hear presentations from nine organizations applying for 2026-27 CDBG and HOME funds. Each applicant has 7 minutes to present and 3 minutes for questions. No funding decisions are made at this meeting; the committee will discuss next steps and a follow-up meeting on March 23.

• Applicant presentations: Child Abuse Prevention Association, Community Services League, Hope House, Independence Meals on Wheels, Metro Lutheran Ministries, Mother's Refuge, Palmer Center, Salvation Army - Crossroads, Salvation Army - Emergency Services
• Presentation guidelines: 7-minute presentation, 3-minute Q&A, covering program overview, CDBG homelessness priorities alignment, service delivery, and community impact
• Next meeting scheduled for March 23, 2026

The CDBG Advisory Committee heard presentations from nine local service providers about their programs and funding needs. No funding decisions or votes were taken at this meeting. Staff said the committee will review the applications and make funding recommendations at the next meeting on March 23, 2026. Follow‑up questions may be submitted to the city via the CDBG program email.

General

The Heritage Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for installing solar panels on a single-family home at 709 North Delaware. Staff will also review three other properties: 14601 East 40 Terrace South, 1224 East TC Lea Road, and 1207 West 24 Street South.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for solar panels at 709 North Delaware
• Staff review of 14601 East 40 Terrace South
• Staff review of 1224 East TC Lea Road
• Staff review of 1207 West 24 Street South

Executive Sessions

The Independence City Council will meet in a closed executive session on March 2, 2026, to discuss personnel matters and contracts.

• Closed executive session on personnel matters
• Closed executive session on contract matters

Council Meetings

The City Council is deciding on funding for industrial development and zoning changes for residential projects. The body is also considering new restrictions on the sale of Kratom products and a special use permit for a bed and breakfast.

• Approval of $150,632,000,000 in Taxable Industrial Development Revenue Bonds
• Acceptance of a $7.38 million RAISE Grant for the Englewood Roundabout & Winner Road Streetscape Project
• Rezoning of 315, 317 and 319 S. Osage Street to High Density Residential/Planned Unit Development
• Extension of $550,000 purchase order with Black & McDonald for lineman crews
• Proposed ordinance prohibiting certain intoxicating Kratom derivatives and restricting sales to ages 21+

The council approved a $150,632,000,000 industrial development bond package. It also approved a rezoning of three properties on S. Osage Street to high‑density residential. The FY 2025‑2026 budget amendments were adopted, and the city accepted a $7.38 million DOT RAISE grant. Additional purchase‑order extensions for IPL and the Valley View Parkway Extension were authorized.

• Approved industrial development revenue bonds up to $150,632,000,000 (5-2)
• Approved rezoning of 315, 317, 319 S. Osage St. to R-30/PUD (7-0)
• Adopted FY 2025‑2026 budget amendments (7-0)
• Authorized acceptance of $7.38 M DOT RAISE grant (7-0)
• Authorized $550,000 extension of purchase order 26000754 for IPL (unanimous approval)
• Authorized change order up to $156,520 for Wilson & Co. on Valley View Parkway Extension (unanimous approval)
• Moved to allow non‑residents to speak at council meetings (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda minus item 2 (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission holds a public hearing to rezone several city-owned properties at Truman & Noland, Lexington & Memorial, and Lexington & Lynn from commercial and industrial to Historic Square. Additionally, it considers requests for short-term rental operations at two residential properties. The consent agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Rezoning of city-owned properties at Truman & Noland, Lexington & Memorial, and Lexington & Lynn from C-2 and I-1 to HSQ (Historic Square) – Case 26-100-02
• Short-term rental request at 12115 E. 47th Terrace S. – Case 26-400-01
• Short-term rental request at 1425 W. Waldo Avenue – Case 26-400-07
• Consent agenda: approval of February 10, 2026 Planning Commission minutes

The Planning Commission approved its consent agenda unanimously. It rezoned three city‑owned parcels near Truman & Noland, Lexington & Memorial, and Lexington & Lynn from commercial/industrial to the new Historic Square (HSQ) classification, with a 6‑0 vote. The commission also approved two short‑term rental applications at 12115 E. 47th Terrace S. and 1425 W. Waldo Avenue, each by a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved consent agenda (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of city properties to HSQ (6-0)
• Approved short‑term rental at 12115 E. 47th Terrace S. (6-0)
• Approved short‑term rental at 1425 W. Waldo Avenue (6-0)

Special Meetings

The Stay Well Committee will review financial statements, an update from Cigna, and wellness activities. The meeting will also cover old business regarding a post-OE enrollment analysis.

• Approval of minutes
• Financial statement presented by Finance Department
• Update from Cigna
• Financial report presented by CBiz
• COI Post-OE Enrollment Analysis 2026

The Stay Well Committee met on Feb. 24, 2026 and received presentations on the January financial statement, Cigna network negotiations, CBiz medical financial overview, HR MyCigna issue, and wellness incentive changes. Old business on COI Post‑OE Enrollment Analysis was discussed. The next meeting was set for March 24, 2026. No motions, votes, or approvals beyond the routine approval of minutes were recorded.

Advisory Committee Meetings

The Independence FIFA World Cup Advisory Committee will approve minutes from the December 19, 2025 meeting and reaffirm its role. Members will receive a city update covering a watch‑party discussion, transportation, a visit to Independence, initiative summaries, and alignment opportunities. The committee will also receive a status update on the World Cup website, tourism messaging, and set priorities for the next 60‑90 days.

• Approval of meeting minutes from December 19, 2025
• Reaffirmation of committee role
• City update (watch‑party discussion, transportation update, visit Independence, initiative summary, alignment opportunities)
• World Cup website and communications status update (including tourism messaging)
• Committee priorities for the next 60‑90 days

Council Meetings

The Independence City Council will discuss a resolution to create a process for residents to opt out of advanced metering infrastructure. The meeting also includes presentations on rental housing updates and a major industrial project.

• Resolution to establish smart meter opt-out protocol
• Way-Finding Signage presentation
• Rental Ready Update presentation
• Taxable Industrial Development Revenue Bonds for Nebius Project
• Closed Executive Session permitted under RSMo. 610.021

The City Council passed a resolution directing the Interim City Manager to develop a protocol that allows citizens to opt out of advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) programs. The resolution was co‑sponsored by Councilmembers McCandless and Stewart. No vote tally was recorded in the minutes. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Adopted resolution directing Interim City Manager to establish opt-out protocol for AMI

Public Hearings

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for February 19, 2026 was cancelled. No agenda items will be considered. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for March 19, 2026.

The February 19, 2026 Board of Adjustment meeting was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be on March 19, 2026.

Public Utility Advisory Board

The Public Utility Advisory Board will hear citizen comments on proposed governance changes for Independence Power & Light (IPL). The board will also receive reports on December 2025 utility finances, updates on the AMI program manager and Independence Power Partners, and an update on IPL governance and the move to the IMC with demolition of old city hall.

• Citizen comments and questions on IPL proposed governance changes
• Update on AMI Program Manager
• Update on Independence Power Partners
• Questions on December 2025 utility financial reports
• Update on IPL governance and move to IMC and demolition of old city hall

Board & Commission Specific Meetings

The Southwest Independence 353 Board of Directors will discuss and consider a motion regarding a tax abatement for property at 3609 Blue Ridge Blvd. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Discussion and motion on tax abatement for property at 3609 Blue Ridge Blvd

Council Meetings

Council Meetings

The City Council approved consent agenda items including a $2.24 million roadway seals project and a $496,385 technology services contract. Public hearings were held on rezoning 724-726 N. Noland Road and on the Nebius Project bonds; the rezoning was approved. The Council also passed ordinances on nonconsensual dissemination of private sexual images, and approved a rezoning for a planned unit development at 2610-2612 S. Lee's Summit Road. On first reading, the Council considered a massive $150.6 billion industrial development revenue bond package and a rezoning for high-density residential at 315-319 S. Osage Street.

• Approved rezoning of 724-726 N. Noland Road from commercial to two-family residential
• Approved rezoning of 2610-2612 S. Lee's Summit Road to moderate-density residential PUD
• Awarded $2,240,818.73 contract for FY 26 Roadway Seals Project
• Approved $496,385 contract with Logicalis for technology services over five years
• First reading of $150,632,000,000 industrial development revenue bonds (possibly for Nebius Project)

The council approved a $3,530,000 Taxable Industrial Development Revenue Bond package for the Surgery Center Project. It also approved the rezoning of 724 and 726 North Noland Road from commercial to two‑family residential. Several contracts and purchase orders were authorized, including a $496,385 technology services contract with Logicalis and a $2,240,818.73 roadway seals construction contract with Vance Brothers. New ordinances were adopted to prohibit non‑consensual sharing of private sexual images and to amend the Advanced Metering Infrastructure program.

• Approved $3,530,000 industrial development bonds for Surgery Center Project (7‑0) – Ordinance 26-013
• Approved rezoning of 724 & 726 N. Noland Road to R-12 two‑family residential (7‑0) – Ordinance 26-014
• Approved Logicalis technology services contract up to $496,385 (approved)
• Approved Vance Brothers construction contract up to $2,240,818.73 for Roadway Seals Project (approved)
• Approved purchase order to 911 Custom up to $150,000 for police equipment (approved)
• Approved ordinance creating Section 12.06.021 prohibiting non‑consensual dissemination of private sexual images (7‑0) – Ordinance 26-011
• Approved amendment to Advanced Metering Infrastructure contract with TMG, authorizing up to 10% change orders (6‑1) – Ordinance 26-009
• Postponed ordinance expanding public nuisance animal definition indefinitely (7‑0) – Ordinance 26-010

Board & Commission Specific Meetings

The Independence Sustainability Commission will meet to approve January 2026 minutes, discuss an award for a local business or individual, receive an update on the KC Can Compost program, and set priorities for 2026. A previously planned bike ride of historic places has been postponed.

• Update on Award for local business or individual (nomination form and program information linked)
• Bike Ride of Historic Places – postponed (visits to Frontiers Museum, Railroad Museum, Bingham Waggoner, Chicago Alton Depot)
• KC Can Compost Information Update
• 2026 Commission priorities – discussion and potential adoption

The commission approved the January 15, 2026 meeting minutes. All members voted yes to award the three sustainability nominees: Bold ReUSE (business), West iNd Connection (group), and Wes Epperson (individual). The planned Bike Ride of Historic Places was postponed. The commission set its 2026 priorities to pursue a compost collection pilot program.

• Approved January 15, 2026 meeting minutes (no vote tally recorded)
• Awarded three sustainability awards – Bold ReUSE, West iNd Connection, Wes Epperson (unanimous yes vote)
• Postponed Bike Ride of Historic Places
• Established 2026 commission priorities to gauge interest in a compost collection pilot program

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board is holding a hybrid meeting to provide an overview of the Annual Action Plan. The body is requesting input from citizens regarding CDBG and HOME participation.

• Overview of Annual Action Plan
• Request for citizen input on Annual Action Plan

The Personnel Board unanimously approved the minutes from the October 10, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved a recommendation to the City Council to adopt updated verbiage for Article VI, Section B and to move the matter to a public hearing. The board scheduled that public hearing for March 13, 2026 at 10 a.m.

• Approved October 10, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Article VI Section B manual changes to council and move to public hearing (unanimous)
• Scheduled Personnel Board public hearing for March 13, 2026 at 10 a.m.

Special Meetings

This is a special public participation meeting for the Winter 2026-27 Annual Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Program funds. The agenda includes an overview of the plan and a request for public input. No decisions are being made; it is solely a forum for citizen comments.

• Overview of the Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME funds
• Request for public input on the plan

A hybrid meeting on February 12, 2026 was held to collect public input for the City’s 2026‑27 Annual Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME programs. City staff and representatives from Hope House and Metro Lutheran Ministry participated in the discussion. No formal decisions were made; all comments will be incorporated into the plan development.

Advisory Committee Meetings

The Independence Tree Commission will approve the minutes from its January 14, 2026 meeting. Commissioners will discuss legacy trees as old business. New business includes selecting trees for the Truman Connect Project. The meeting will conclude with adjournment and schedule the next session for March 11, 2026.

• Approve minutes from Jan. 14, 2026 meeting
• Discuss legacy trees
• Select trees for the Truman Connect Project

The Independence Tree Commission approved the January 14, 2026 meeting minutes. The commission decided to relocate the Norway Spruce from City Hall to the Hiram Young grounds. No other substantive actions were taken; tree selections for the Truman Connect project will be discussed at the next meeting.

• Approved Jan. 14, 2026 meeting minutes
• Ordered relocation of Norway Spruce from City Hall to Hiram Young grounds

Special Meetings

The committee will approve the minutes from its previous meeting. It will receive updates on the American student exchange program and discuss plans to establish a 501(c)(3) organization. The group will also provide host‑family recruiting updates and consider any items submitted by members.

• Approve prior meeting minutes
• American student exchange updates
• Discussion and planning for a 501(c)(3) organization
• Host family recruiting updates
• Items from the floor

The Japanese Sister City Committee approved the previous meeting's minutes. Dustin was tasked with creating sub‑committee assignments by the end of March and to coordinate monthly calendar items with Danijela. The committee noted that two additional member spots are available and will contact previous applicants.

• Approved prior minutes (unanimous)
• Dustin assigned to create sub‑committee assignments by end of March

Audit and Finance Committee

The committee will meet to approve minutes from December 17, 2025. The primary agenda item is a presentation regarding the Fiscal Year 2025 Audit.

• Fiscal Year 2025 Audit Presentation

The committee approved the minutes of the December 17, 2025 meeting with all members in favor. The 2025 audit report indicated a clean (unmodified) opinion on the City’s financial statements. A second audit presentation is scheduled for the Council meeting on March 23, 2026. No other actions were taken.

• Approved Dec 17 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Public Hearings

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four separate requests to operate short-term rentals at properties on S. Main Street, E. Cogan Drive, Belmont Place, and S. Maybrook Avenue. The consent agenda includes approval of the January 27, 2026, meeting minutes. No other substantive business is listed.

• Case 25-400-10: Short-Term Rental – 409 S. Main Street
• Case 26-400-03: Short-Term Rental – 16401 E. Cogan Drive
• Case 26-400-04: Short-Term Rental – 1947 Belmont Place
• Case 26-400-05: Short-Term Rental – 3509 S. Maybrook Avenue
• Consent agenda: Planning Commission Minutes – January 27, 2026

The commission approved the consent agenda and five short‑term rental requests, each by a 5‑0 vote. Cases 25-400-10, 26-400-03, 26-400-04, and 26-400-05 were all approved. No public comments altered the outcomes. The meeting also noted that future Planning Commission meetings will move to a new, yet‑to‑be‑determined location.

• Approved Consent Agenda (5-0)
• Approved short‑term rental at 409 S. Main St (Case 25-400-10) (5-0)
• Approved short‑term rental at 16401 E. Cogan Dr (Case 26-400-03) (5-0)
• Approved short‑term rental at 1947 Belmont Pl (Case 26-400-04) (5-0)
• Approved short‑term rental at 3509 S. Maybrook Ave (Case 26-400-05) (5-0)

Advisory Committee Meetings

The Independence CDBG Advisory Committee will present and discuss the projected 2026‑27 public service budget. It will review the application review process, the evaluation criteria, and the nine applicant organizations. The committee will also discuss the applicant presentations and set the date for the next meeting.

• Presentation of projected CDBG public service FY 2026‑27 budget
• Review of CDBG public service application evaluation criteria
• Review of applicant applications: Child Abuse Prevention Association, Community Services League, Hope House, Independence Meals on Wheels, Metro Lutheran Ministries, Mother's Refuge, Palmer Center, Salvation Army – Crossroads, Salvation Army – Emergency Services
• Discussion of CDBG public service applicant presentations
• Scheduling of next meeting: Wednesday, March 4, 2026 (10:00 am – 12:00 pm, hybrid)

The advisory committee discussed the projected 2026‑27 CDBG Public Service budget and the evaluation criteria for applicant presentations. No applicant reviews or votes were taken. The next meeting was scheduled for March 4, 2026.

Council Meetings

The Independence City Council will hold a study session to discuss an ordinance prohibiting the sale of certain intoxicating Kratom derivatives and review the Parks and Recreation Master Plan. The meeting will also include a mid-year financial update and a report on historic sites.

• Ordinance to ban sale of certain intoxicating Kratom derivatives
• Parks and Recreation Master Plan Final Report
• Mid-year Financial Update
• Historic Sites presentation
• Closed Executive Session allowed under RSMo. 610.021

The council voted to suspend its rules, allowing a non‑resident to address the meeting. The motion passed unanimously with six votes in favor and none against. The Historic Sites agenda item was postponed indefinitely. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Suspended rules to permit non‑resident speaker (6-0)
• Postponed Historic Sites item indefinitely

Executive Sessions

The Independence City Council will meet in a closed executive session. The session is limited to discussions of personnel matters, personnel records, and contracts as allowed by Missouri law. No specific agenda items are listed.

Advisory Committee Meetings

The Advisory Board of Health will meet virtually to review department updates and discuss board vacancies. The agenda consists of procedural items and new business.

• Board vacancies
• Department update

The Advisory Board of Health approved the December and January meeting minutes as written. The board then voted to adjourn the meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved December and January minutes (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment (unanimous)

Board & Commission Specific Meetings

The Independence Park Commission will hear staff reports on the budget and the 2025 Annual Report. It will discuss the Parks and Recreation Master Plan as old business. The commission will continue its advisory role to the City Council on park programs and funding.

• Staff report on the budget
• Staff report on the 2025 Annual Report
• Discussion of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan
• Consideration of recommendations from the Tree Commission
• Review of private donation fund disbursement and Parks Improvement Sales Tax projects

The commission approved the November 6, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Commissioner Smith and a second by Commissioner Martin. Staff presented budget updates, the 2025 Annual Report, and discussed park security and master‑plan items, but no votes were taken on those topics. The meeting was then adjourned at 5:18 p.m.

• Approved November 6, 2025 minutes (motion by Smith, seconded by Martin)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Martin)

Council Meetings

The Independence City Council will approve minutes from prior meetings and authorize a $6,012,301 purchase order with Burns & McDonnell for Power & Light Department engineering, procurement, and construction services, including up to ten percent change orders. The council will hold public hearings on a rezoning application for 2610 and 2612 S. Lee's Summit Road, on taxable industrial development bonds for the Surgery Center Project, and on a liquor‑sale request for the Rhapsody Wedding and Reception Hall at 2322 S. R.D. Mize Rd. Several ordinances will receive first‑reading consideration, including a contract for a state cybersecurity grant and an advanced metering infrastructure program.

• Approve purchase order to Burns & McDonnell for $6,012,301 with up to 10% change orders for Power & Light Department EPC services
• Public hearing on rezoning 2610 & 2612 S. Lee's Summit Road from C-1/R-6 to R-18/PUD (postponed to 2/16/26)
• Public hearing on issuing Taxable Industrial Development Revenue Bonds up to $3,530,000 for the Surgery Center Project
• Public hearing on retail sale of intoxicating liquor at 2322 S. R.D. Mize Rd for The Rhapsody Wedding and Reception Hall
• First‑reading ordinance authorizing a contract with the State of Missouri Public Safety for the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program

Council approved a $6,012,301 purchase order for Burns & McDonnell to provide EPC services for the Power & Light Department, authorizing change orders up to 10 % (vote 5‑0). The council also adopted a resolution recognizing Aimee Jones as the ISTAR Award recipient (5‑0) and updated the Japanese Sister City Committee membership. In a public hearing, councilors approved an amendment adding an age‑restriction to the rezoning of 2610‑2612 S. Lee’s Summit Road and then postponed the overall rezoning item to February 16 (vote 4‑1). The council unanimously approved a liquor‑license request for The Rhapsody Wedding and Reception Hall at 2322 S R.D. Mize Rd. and passed an emergency ordinance authorizing a state cybersecurity grant contract (both 5‑0).

• Approved $6,012,301 purchase order to Burns & McDonnell (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 26‑710 recognizing Aimee Jones (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution 26‑711 updating Japanese Sister City Committee membership
• Amended rezoning of 2610‑2612 S. Lee’s Summit Road to add age restriction (5‑0)
• Postponed rezoning of 2610‑2612 S. Lee’s Summit Road to Feb 16 (4‑1)
• Approved liquor‑license request for Rhapsody Wedding and Reception Hall (5‑0)
• Passed emergency Ordinance 26‑008 authorizing cybersecurity grant contract (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda minus item 2 (5‑0)

Special Meetings

The Independence Emergency Medical Services Committee will consider reports from the health department, fire department, medical director, CenterPoint, IPD communications center, regional emergency preparedness, and the ARCH co‑responder program. No specific actions or votes are listed beyond routine approvals and an optional executive session.

• Review of COI health department report
• Review of fire emergency responses
• Medical director report
• CenterPoint updates
• Regional emergency preparedness report

Advisory Committee Meetings

The Storm Water Control Oversight Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes, receive staff reports on finances, maintenance, and capital projects, and hear a storm water presentation. No votes on specific ordinances or contracts are scheduled.

• Approval of October 1, 2025 meeting minutes
• Financial report on storm water funds
• Maintenance update
• Capital improvement projects report
• Storm water presentation (topic not specified)

The Storm Water Control Oversight Committee approved the October 1, 2025 meeting minutes. The committee also accepted the financial report, the maintenance report, and the capital improvement projects report presented by staff. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved October 1, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Accepted financial report (motion passed)
• Accepted maintenance report (motion passed)
• Accepted capital improvement projects report (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Special Meetings

The Stay Well Committee is meeting to review financial reports and receive updates on wellness activities. The session includes presentations from the Finance Department, Cigna, CBiz, and HR.

• Financial statement presentation by the Finance Department
• Update from Cigna presented by Kevin Kueker and Lisa Phillips
• Financial report presented by CBiz
• HR update presented by Bethany Dickey
• Wellness activities presentation by Selena Good

The Stay Well Committee reviewed the December 2025 financial statements for OAP 1, OAP 2, Local Plus, Base, and other plans, noting net incomes and a total fund balance of $7,312,641. Updates were provided on mental health resources from Cigna and a monthly medical financial overview from CBiz. No other updates were reported, and the COI Post-OE Enrollment Analysis was postponed to the next meeting.

• Postponed COI Post-OE Enrollment Analysis to next meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a special use permit application for a bed and breakfast at 1304 S. Maywood Avenue. The commission will also consider a short‑term rental request for 3701 S. Scott Avenue and two Unified Development Ordinance amendments (accessory buildings and temporary signs). Routine items on the consent agenda will be approved without discussion.

• Public hearing: Special Use Permit – 1304 S. Maywood Ave – Bed and Breakfast
• Short‑Term Rental request – 3701 S. Scott Ave
• UDO Amendment #78 – Accessory Buildings & Structures
• UDO Amendment #79 – Temporary Signs

The Commission approved the consent agenda for the meeting minutes. It granted a Special Use Permit for a bed‑and‑breakfast at 1304 S. Maywood Ave. It adopted UDO Amendment #78 to clarify rules for accessory buildings and structures. It adopted UDO Amendment #79 establishing time limits for temporary signs, including election‑related signs.

• Approved consent agenda (6-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for 1304 S. Maywood Ave bed‑and‑breakfast (6-0)
• Approved UDO Amendment #78 on accessory buildings and structures (6-0)
• Approved UDO Amendment #79 on temporary signs (6-0)

Executive Sessions

The City Council will meet in a closed executive session under RSMo 610.021. The session is limited to discussing personnel issues, personnel records, and contract matters as permitted by state law. No specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Personnel matters discussion
• Review of personnel records
• Consideration of contracts

Council Meetings

The Independence City Council will convene in a closed executive session to discuss litigation, personnel records, real estate, and labor negotiations. The meeting is scheduled for January 26, 2026, at 5:00 PM in Conference Room A.

• Closed Executive Session on litigation and legal action
• Closed Executive Session on personnel records
• Closed Executive Session on real estate matters
• Closed Executive Session on labor negotiations

Special Meetings

The Independence City Council will hold a study session to review a visit update, the city's debt and repayment plans, and the final Parks and Recreation Master Plan. The meeting will also include a notice regarding potential closed executive sessions.

• Review of City Debt and Repayment Plans
• Parks and Recreation Master Plan Final Report
• Visit Independence Update
• Notice of potential Closed Executive Session

The council did not approve any new measures. The only action taken was to postpone the Parks and Recreation Master Plan final report presentation to February 9. The meeting adjourned at 7:12 p.m.

• Postponed Parks and Recreation Master Plan presentation to Feb 9

Council Meetings

The Independence City Council will review the schedule for its March 6 meeting and interview questions. The body will also discuss a tour process and next steps before adjourning.

• Review of March 6 meeting schedule
• Review of interview questions
• Review of tour process
• Committee to go into closed executive session
• Review of next steps

The special meeting reviewed the 36 City Manager applications and identified 11 as best qualified. Councilmember Wiley moved, and Councilmember McCandless seconded, to enter a closed executive session; the motion passed unanimously 6‑0. The next council meeting is set as a closed session on Jan 26, 2026. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved motion to enter closed executive session (6-0)

Council Meetings

The Independence City Council will vote on ordinances authorizing multiple power capacity purchases from NextEra Energy and Evergy Kansas Central for summer season capacity, with estimated costs totaling $16,277,000. Council will also consider a first-reading budget amendment that includes a $14.4 million change order with Turner Construction. Other items include an ordinance regulating recreational marijuana in public places and consent-agenda approvals for legal services and water treatment plant repairs.

• Four ordinances authorizing power capacity purchases from NextEra Energy and Evergy totaling over $16 million for Independence Power & Light
• Ordinance regulating consumption of recreational marijuana in public places (26-006 2R)
• Budget amendment and $14,365,742 change order with Turner Construction (26-007 1R)
• Change order for Healy Law Offices LLC for legal assistance for IPL, increasing purchase order to $150,000
• Repair of failed pipe system at Courtney Bend Water Treatment Plant, not to exceed $109,795

The council approved an amendment to City Code Section 12.02.002 that makes smoking or vaping marijuana in any public place unlawful and sets a fine of up to $100, passing 7‑0. The council also approved a $100,000 change order to purchase order 26000661 for legal services for the Power & Light department, and a purchase order up to $109,795 for pipe repair at the Courtney Bend Water Treatment Plant, both passing 7‑0. Four ordinances (26‑002 through 26‑005) authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute power capacity agreements with NextEra Energy Marketing LLC and Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. were adopted, with estimated costs of $5,467,000; $5,200,000; $3,723,000; and $1,887,000 respectively, each passing 7‑0. Additional routine reappointments and a city‑records disposition ordinance were also approved unanimously.

• Approved amendment to City Code Section 12.02.002 banning public marijuana smoking/vaping, fine up to $100 (7-0)
• Approved change order adding $100,000 to purchase order 26000661 for legal services (7-0)
• Approved purchase order up to $109,795 for pipe repair at Courtney Bend Water Treatment Plant (7-0)
• Approved ordinance 26-002 authorizing $5,467,000 power capacity agreement with NextEra Energy Marketing LLC (7-0)
• Approved ordinance 26-003 authorizing $5,200,000 power capacity agreement with NextEra Energy Marketing LLC (7-0)
• Approved ordinance 26-004 authorizing $3,723,000 power capacity agreement with Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved ordinance 26-005 authorizing $1,887,000 power capacity agreement with Evergy Kansas Central, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved ordinance 26-001 authorizing final disposition of certain city records (7-0)

Public Utility Advisory Board

The Public Utility Advisory Board will hear reports on utility finances, a transformer issue at the water plant, and updates on IPL programs and governance. No formal votes or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of November 2025 meeting minutes
• Questions on Utility Financial Reports for November 2025
• Update on Transformer Issue at Water Plant & After-Action Discussion
• Update on AMI Program Manager and Independence Power Partners
• Update on IPL Governance and move to IMC & demo of old City Hall

Board & Commission Specific Meetings

The Independence Sustainability Commission will approve the December 10, 2025 meeting minutes. It will provide an update on the sustainability award and share information about the KC Can Compost program. The planned Bike Ride of Historic Places, featuring sites such as the Frontiers Museum and Chicago Alton Depot, is postponed to 2026. Commissioners will also discuss their 2025 priorities.

• Approval of December 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Update on the sustainability award (links provided)
• Postponement of the Bike Ride of Historic Places to 2026
• KC Can Compost information update
• Discussion of 2025 Commission priorities

The commission approved the minutes from the December 10, 2025 meeting. It postponed the Bike Ride of Historic Places to next spring. The commission directed staff to review 2025 sustainability award submissions and to vote on recipients at the next meeting. Staff member Josh Eis was assigned to purchase the awards.

• Approved December 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Postponed Bike Ride of Historic Places to spring 2026
• Assigned Josh Eis to purchase award items
• Directed commission to review 2025 award submissions and vote at next meeting

Public Hearings

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for January 15, 2026 was cancelled. No agenda items will be considered at this time. The next regularly scheduled Board of Adjustment meeting is set for February 19, 2026.

The January 15, 2026 Board of Adjustment meeting was cancelled. No actions were approved, denied, or tabled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for February 19, 2026.

Advisory Committee Meetings

The Independence Tree Commission will review legacy trees and the Vaile Landscape’s Mayor’s Christmas Tree. It will also consider tree selections for the Truman Connect Project. No other business is listed.

• Approval of meeting minutes – Nov. 12, 2025 & Dec. 10, 2025
• Legacy Trees – discussion
• Vaile Landscape – Mayor’s Christmas Tree
• Truman Connect Project – tree selections

The commission approved the November 12, 2025 meeting minutes. No minutes were recorded for the December meeting. The commission decided to relocate the Mayor's Christmas Norway Spruce from City Hall to the Vaile Mansion grounds. Discussion of the Truman Connect Project tree selections will continue at the February meeting.

• Approved November 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Decided to relocate Mayor's Christmas tree to Vaile Mansion grounds

Board & Commission Specific Meetings

The Japanese Sister City Committee will review American student exchange updates, plan for 501C3 status, and discuss host family recruiting. No votes or financial decisions are on the agenda.

• American Student Exchange Updates
• 501C3 Discussion and Planning
• Host Family Recruiting Updates

The committee approved the minutes from the December meeting. A motion to approve a deposit of up to $2,500 to secure airline tickets for 11 delegates and the chaperone was passed. The 501(c)(3) Booster Club paperwork has been filed and is awaiting status. The meeting adjourned at 7:17 PM.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous show of hands)
• Approved deposit up to $2,500 to secure flight tickets for 11 delegates and chaperone (unanimous show of hands)

Advisory Committee Meetings

The Street Improvement Oversight Committee will meet on January 14, 2026 at 4:00 PM. The agenda includes a roll call, approval of the October 1, 2025 meeting minutes, a financial dashboard presentation and discussion, and a staff presentation. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Approve October 1, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review and discuss financial dashboard
• Staff presentation

The committee approved the minutes from the October 1, 2025 meeting. It accepted the Financial Dashboard report. It also accepted the G.O. Bond Report.

• Approved October 1, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Accepted Financial Dashboard (motion passed)
• Accepted G.O. Bond Report (motion passed)

Council Meetings

The City Council of Independence, Missouri, holds a regular meeting on January 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM in Council Chambers. The agenda includes only an information-only discussion on IPL governance, with no proposed ordinances, contracts, or public hearings. The remainder is procedural (welcome, possible closed session, adjournment).

• IPL Governance Discussion (information only, no decision)

Advisory Committee Meetings

The commission will approve minutes from its December 11 and December 16, 2025 meetings. It will receive an update on the MLK award, elect new officers, and discuss the ICON award and a community resource flyer. The meeting will conclude with open discussion.

• Approval of meeting minutes from Dec 11, 2025 & Dec 16, 2025
• MLK award update
• Election of officers
• ICON award discussion
• Community resource flyer discussion

Annual & Quarterly Meetings

The committee will review and accept quarterly reports from the Fire and Police Departments, including tax-specific reports. They will also approve minutes from the September 2025 meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for March 24, 2026.

• Approval of minutes from September 25, 2025 meeting
• Acceptance of quarterly report from Fire Department
• Acceptance of quarterly report from Police Department
• Acceptance of quarterly marijuana tax report from Police Department
• Acceptance of quarterly Prop PD tax report from Police Department

Public Hearings

The Independence Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider rezoning requests for properties on N. Noland Road and S. Osage Street. The meeting will also address a continued short-term rental case and a new short-term rental request.

• Case 26-100-01: Rezoning 724 and 726 N. Noland Road from C-2 to R-6
• Case 26-125-01: Rezoning 315, 317, and 319 S. Osage Street to R-30/PUD
• Case 26-400-01: Short-Term Rental request at 12115 E. 47th Terrace S.
• Case 25-400-15: Short-Term Rental request at 14901 E. 40th Street S.
• Planning Commission Minutes – November 18, 2025

Special Meetings

The City Council will convene in a closed executive session to discuss matters related to contracts (RSMO 610.021(12)) and labor negotiations (RSMO 610.021(9)). No public votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is entirely procedural and closed to the public.

• Closed executive session for contracts under RSMO 610.021(12)
• Closed executive session for labor negotiations under RSMO 610.021(9)

Council Meetings

At this study session, the Independence City Council will receive a presentation from Nebius regarding a data center project and an update on facility construction. The council will also receive a boards and commissions report and may convene a closed executive session for legal, personnel, contract, real estate, or labor negotiation matters.

• Nebius presentation on data center information
• Facility construction update
• Boards and commissions report
• Possible closed executive session per RSMo. 610.021

Advisory Committee Meetings

The Independence Advisory Board of Health is meeting virtually on January 8, 2026. The agenda consists only of a welcome, a subcommittee letter, and adjournment, with no substantive items for decision or discussion.

• Welcome
• Subcommittee letter (no details provided)
• Adjournment

Special Meetings

The Independence Emergency Medical Services Committee will hold a virtual meeting to review AMR and fire emergency responses, receive updates from the COI Health Department, and discuss the ARCH co-responder program. The agenda includes a potential executive session.

• Review of AMR emergency responses
• Review of fire emergency responses
• ARCH co-responder program update
• COI Health Department report
• Regional emergency preparedness report

Advisory Committee Meetings

The Independence Arts Council will approve the October 7, 2025 and November 18, 2025 meeting minutes and elect a chair and vice chair. It will receive an update on the Truman Connected Phase 1 Art Pads, discuss fire station projects, and consider a recommendation to update the public art policy.

• Approve October 07, 2025 minutes
• Approve November 18, 2025 minutes
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Update on Truman Connected Phase 1 Art Pads
• Discuss Fire Station Projects

Public Hearings

The Independence Heritage Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a Certificate of Appropriateness for solar panel installation at a single-family home. The commission will also discuss the economic hardship process and adopt its 2026 Goals & Objectives. A property review under Section 106 is scheduled for 10105 East Golf Avenue.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for solar panels at 606 West Farmer Avenue
• Discussion on economic hardship process for historic properties
• Adoption of 2026 Goals & Objectives
• Section 106 review at 10105 East Golf Avenue

Council Meetings

The City Council approved the consent agenda including multiple purchase orders for fire gear, sewer repairs, police AEDs, and power line projects. A public hearing approved a liquor license for Belle Nail Lounge (5-2). The Council adopted an ordinance for the Woodbury Drainage Improvements project with eminent domain authority. First readings were given to ordinances for power capacity agreements totaling over $16 million and regulating recreational marijuana in public places.

• Approved Woodbury Drainage Improvements ordinance (Project No. 132401) with eminent domain authority (7-0)
• Approved public hearing for Belle Nail Lounge liquor license at 16631 E. 23rd St. S. (5-2)
• Introduced ordinances for power capacity purchases from NextEra Energy and Evergy Kansas Central totaling estimated $16.3 million
• Introduced ordinance to regulate consumption of recreational marijuana in public places
• Approved $584,013.39 for cured-in-place piping and manhole lining for stormwater and sanitary sewer projects

Council Meetings

The Independence City Council met in a closed executive session on Jan. 5, 2026. The session was limited to discussions of litigation, legal actions, attorney‑client communications, and personnel matters as permitted by Missouri law RSMo 610.021. No public agenda items or decisions were disclosed.