Bonner Springs public meetings in 2022

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a site and landscape plan for 530 S. 129th Street. The commission will also review the minutes from the October 18, 2022 meeting.

• Site and landscape plan for 530 S. 129th Street (ST-06-22)
• Approval of October 18, 2022 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved a site and landscape plan for a commercial building at 530 S. 129th Street, which is intended for a retail paint store. The commission also approved the minutes from the October 18, 2022 meeting.

• Approved site and landscape plan for 530 S. 129th Street (7-0)
• Approved October 18, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider 2022 budget amendments and a new salary ordinance for 2023. The agenda also includes updating the city fee schedule and approving a contract for traffic signal repairs at K7 and Canaan.

• $169,439 contract for K7 & Canaan traffic signal repairs
• Resolution to update the City fee schedule for 2023
• Bid award for a cardiac monitor system up to $39,355.20
• $6,450 extension for Senior Center services funding
• Public hearing and approval of 2022 Budget Amendments

The City Council approved the 2022 budget amendments, a 2023 salary ordinance, and updated city fees. The council also appointed Mark McMahan to the vacant Ward I Councilmember position and approved several public safety contracts.

• Approved 2022 Budget Amendments (Unanimous)
• Adopted 2023 Salary Ordinance (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 City fee updates with 7.5% utility penalty fee (6-1)
• Approved $169,439 contract with Total Electric for K7 & Canaan traffic signals (Unanimous)
• Approved $39,355.20 bid to Ferno for a Phillips Tempus Cardiac Monitor System (Unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Mike Thompson (4-3)
• Appointed Mark McMahan to vacant Councilmember Ward I position (Unanimous)
• Set February 13, 2023 hearing for 112-120 Oak Street condemnation (Unanimous)

Library Board

The Bonner Springs City Library Board will review reports from the Librarian and Friends of the Library. The board will also address a company credit card resolution, transferring funds to capital improvements, and an extra check run.

• Company Credit Card Resolution
• Transfer of Funds to Capital Improvement
• Approval of Extra Check Run in December
• Approval of Staff Holiday Party

The Board approved changing the agent for company credit cards and transferring funds back to the Capital Improvement fund. Members also authorized an extra check run for December and additional funding for interior painting.

• Approved Company Credit Card Resolution making John D. Granath the agent
• Approved transfer of $9,949.50 and Reading Roundhouse exit project expenses to Capital Improvement fund
• Approved extra check run at end of December to spend surplus 2022 funds
• Approved staff holiday dinner not to exceed $500 (excluding alcohol)
• Approved additional $500 for interior painting project
• Decided Personnel Committee will draft policy language prohibiting employees from accepting monetary tips

City Council

The City Council will review market compensation adjustments and utility billing notifications during a workshop session. During the regular meeting, members will consider the 2023-27 Capital Improvement Plan and the Kansas Avenue Culvert Replacement Project. The council will also schedule a public hearing for 2022 budget amendments.

• Review of market compensation adjustments
• Bids and easements for Kansas Avenue Culvert Replacement Project
• Stormwater Standards Update Agreement with MARC
• Approval of the 2023-27 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Public hearing scheduling for 2022 budget amendments

The City Council approved the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan and authorized bids for the Kansas Avenue Culvert Replacement Project. The council also approved a stormwater standards agreement and scheduled a public hearing for 2022 budget amendments.

• Approved 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan (Unanimous)
• Authorized staff to pursue construction bids and easements for Kansas Avenue Culvert Replacement Project (Unanimous)
• Approved Stormwater Standards Update Agreement with MARC (Unanimous)
• Approved notice and scheduled public hearing for 2022 Budget Amendments (Unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including November 14 minutes, city operations claims, and Massage by Jody license (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several land use requests, including rezoning 1209 S. 130th Street to light industrial. The meeting also includes discussions on a $30,000 fitness grant and new rural housing district policies.

• Rezoning of 1209 S. 130th Street from residential/business to light industrial
• $30,000 National Fitness Campaign grant for an outdoor fitness court
• Permit revision for a digital display at 12700 Kaw Drive
• Adoption of Rural Housing Incentive District policy and procedures
• Massage therapy license renewals for Spa Rapha Massage

The City Council approved a zoning change to Light Industrial for 1209 S. 130th Street and accepted a $30,000 grant for an outdoor fitness court. The council also adopted a policy for establishing a Rural Housing Incentive District.

• Approved revision to Special Use Permit SUP-109 for digital display at 12700 Kaw Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map amendment for 1209 S. 130th Street (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 1209 S. 130th Street from R-3 and C-2 to I-1 Light Industrial (Unanimous)
• Accepted $30,000 National Fitness Campaign Grant for outdoor fitness court (Unanimous)
• Adopted Policy and Procedures for Establishing a Rural Housing Incentive District (Unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including October 24, 2022 minutes and 2023 meeting dates (Unanimous)
• Approved massage therapy license renewal for Spa Rapha Massage and Cranio Sacral Therapy (Unanimous)

Library Board

The Bonner Springs City Library Board will meet to review reports from librarians and the Friends of the Library. New business items include approving 2023 salary increases, a new hire, and an estimate for HVAC controls replacement. The board will also discuss revisions to the Collection Development Policy.

• Approval of 2023 salary increases
• Approval of a new hire
• Estimate to replace HVAC controls
• Collection Development Policy revision
• Approval of staff holiday party or recognition

The Board approved a 4% general salary increase for 2023 and the hiring of Amy Aldrich as a Library Assistant. Members also approved the 2023 meeting and holiday schedule and updated the Collection Development Policy. Leadership compensation was awarded to two staff members.

• Approved 2023 Board Meetings and Holidays schedule
• Approved hiring of Amy Aldrich as Library Assistant
• Approved 4% salary increase for 2023 (Library Assistants move from $12.75 to $13.26)
• Approved 10.5% salary increase for one Library Associate to $14.09
• Approved $1,300 leadership compensation for Kathleen Schram and Leslie Lard
• Approved revisions to Collection Development Policy regarding challenged materials and acquisitions
• Approved Consent Agenda including October 13 minutes, invoices, and Treasurer's Report

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution and ordinance regarding land condemnation for a K-32 water main. The agenda also includes the review of third-quarter financial reports and city operation claims. A presentation from USD 204 is scheduled.

• Resolution authorizing survey of land for K-32 water transmission and distribution main
• Ordinance authorizing eminent domain proceedings for K-32 water main
• Approval of 3rd Quarter 2022 financial reports
• Public use request for Candy Cane Lane event
• USD 204 presentation

The council unanimously approved a resolution finding land to be in the public interest and authorizing a survey for condemnation, and also adopted an ordinance authorizing eminent domain proceedings for a water transmission and distribution main. No other substantive decisions were made; the consent agenda was approved unanimously and an executive session on personnel matters resulted in no action.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, financial reports, appointments, and a public use request (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-19 finding land in public interest and authorizing survey for condemnation for water main (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2536 authorizing eminent domain for water transmission and distribution main (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for non-elected personnel matters; no action taken (unanimous)

Recreation and Open Spaces Advisory Committee Meeting

The committee will review updates regarding the columbarium at Pleasant View, Quivira Cemetery, and Shawnee. Members will also discuss cemetery regulations and Sexton Monument repairs. Additionally, the committee will consider approving minutes from the September 21 meeting.

• Columbarium updates for Pleasant View, Quivira Cemetery, and Shawnee
• Review of cemetery regulations regarding items on graves
• Sexton Monument repair progress
• Storage building discussion
• Approval of September 21, 2022 meeting minutes

The committee reviewed photos of the columbarium and discussed keeping designs consistent. They also considered allowing flowers at a designated bed with a sign about removal. The Sexton Monument and storage building were reported as completed. A lawn service for weeding was suggested but would need to be bid out.

• Reviewed columbarium photos; discussed design consistency and flower policy
• Sexton Monument completed
• Storage building completed
• Treasurer report deferred to next meeting
• Lawn service proposal suggested; requires bidding process

Planning Commission

The commission will review several land use requests, including a lot split at 328 Clark St and a digital billboard permit at 12700 Kaw Drive. Members will also consider amending the Future Land Use Map and rezoning property at 1209 S. 130th Street to light industrial.

• Lot split for 328 Clark St
• Digital billboard permit revision at 12700 Kaw Drive
• Comprehensive Plan amendment for 1209 S. 130th St
• Rezoning of Nettleton Logistic Center to I-1 (Light Industrial)

Library Board

The board will review reports from the Librarian, Wyandotte County Library Board, and Friends of the Library. New business includes a discussion regarding Freedom to Read and approval of a job change.

• Approval of Job Change
• GAAP Waiver
• Freedom to Read - Discussion

The board approved moving part-time Library Assistant Hannah Houston to a full-time Weekend Services Coordinator role with no budget impact. They also approved a GAAP Waiver to align the library's audit with the city's new cash-basis procedure. The meeting included reports on staffing changes, September programs, and a discussion on intellectual freedom readiness.

• Approved moving part-time Library Assistant Hannah Houston to full-time Weekend Services Coordinator (motion passed)
• Approved GAAP Waiver to align library audit with city's cash-basis procedure (motion passed)
• Approved consent agenda including September meeting minutes, invoices, and treasurer's report (motion passed)

City Council

The council will review police department policies during a workshop and consider a contract for pool shell painting. The agenda also includes a proclamation for National Friends of the Library Week and a resolution regarding financial reporting standards.

• Review of police policies including bias-based policing and crisis intervention
• $38,400 quote from R-Torrey Construction for pool shell painting
• Resolution waiving GAAP requirements for financial reporting
• Proclamation for National Friends of the Library Week

The council unanimously approved a $38,400 contract with R-Torrey Construction for painting the city pool. The consent agenda, including minutes and a GAAP waiver, was also approved unanimously. No old business was presented, and the meeting adjourned at 7:38 p.m.

• Approved $38,400 pool painting contract with R-Torrey Construction (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, appointments, and GAAP waiver (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a KDHE State Revolving Fund Loan application. The council also plans to consider engineering agreements for traffic signals and grant spending for child care sustainability.

• Resolution authorizing a $2,500,000 KDHE State Revolving Fund Loan application
• $55,127 agreement with Wilson & Company, Inc. for K7 & Canaan traffic signal replacement
• $108,000 Child Care Sustainability Grant spending for Camp Great Adventure
• Acceptance of $111,238.09 in FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant funding
• Police Department policy review workshop (no action scheduled)

The council unanimously approved a resolution to apply for a $2.5 million KDHE State Revolving Fund loan, a $55,127 agreement for traffic signal replacement design at K7 & Canaan, and $108,000 in Child Care Sustainability Grant funds for Camp Great Adventure. They also adopted a resolution of intent to become a Community for All Ages, authorized staff to pursue a National Fitness Campaign project, entered a senior trip agreement with Lenexa and Olathe, and accepted a $111,238 FEMA firefighter grant with $5,562 in matching city funds. No items were removed from the consent agenda, and no old business or public comments were presented.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, and Makers' Fair public use request (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution authorizing $2.5M KDHE SRF loan application (unanimous)
• Approved $55,127 engineering agreement with Wilson & Company for K7 & Canaan traffic signal replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $108,000 in Child Care Sustainability Grant funds for Camp Great Adventure (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-16 of intent to become a Community for All Ages (unanimous)
• Authorized staff to pursue National Fitness Campaign project and grants (unanimous)
• Approved intergovernmental senior trip agreement with Lenexa and Olathe (unanimous)
• Accepted 2021 FEMA AFG grant of $111,238 with $5,562 city match (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a site plan for the expansion of The Whale Tail RV & Boat Storage at 13829 Gibbs Road. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding the Community for All Ages program.

• Site plan for Whale Tail RV & Boat Storage facility expansion at 13829 Gibbs Road
• Presentation on the Community for All Ages program by Recreation Manager Justine Spease
• Approval of minutes from the August 16, 2022 meeting

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding 2022 budget amendments and the 2023 budget. The council is also considering an ordinance to establish a Rural Housing Incentive District for Sandstone Townhomes. Other business includes engineering services and traffic ordinance updates.

• Adoption of the 2023 Budget with $29,927,213 in budgeted expenditures
• Ordinance to establish the Sandstone Townhomes Rural Housing Incentive District
• $18,875 agreement with Wilson & Company, Inc. for culvert replacement at 137th & Kansas Ave
• Adoption of the Standard Traffic Ordinance 49th Edition
• Authorization of a CALEA Agency Support Program grant application

The council adopted the 2023 budget of $29,927,213 and a 2022 ad valorem tax levy of $4,420,687 by a 5-2 vote, with Thompson and Kipp dissenting. It also unanimously approved an ordinance establishing a rural housing incentive district for Sandstone Townhomes and a $18,875 engineering contract for culvert replacement design at 137th & Kansas Ave. Other actions included adopting updated traffic and public offense codes, authorizing a CALEA grant application, and approving a consent agenda covering minutes, claims, parade permits, and a massage therapy license.

• Adopted 2023 budget of $29,927,213 and 2022 ad valorem tax levy of $4,420,687 (5-2)
• Established Sandstone Rural Housing Incentive District via Ordinance No. 2533 (unanimous)
• Approved $18,875 engineering agreement with Wilson & Company for culvert replacement at 137th & Kansas Ave (unanimous)
• Adopted Standard Traffic Ordinance 49th Edition as Ordinance No. 2534 (unanimous)
• Adopted Uniform Public Offense Code 38th Edition as Ordinance No. 2535 (unanimous)
• Authorized Police Chief to submit CALEA Agency Support Program grant application (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, parade permits, and massage therapy license (unanimous)
• Approved change order to reduce service pricing (unanimous)

Library Board

The Bonner Springs City Library Board meeting includes reports from the Librarian and Wyandotte County Library Board. New business items include a budget revision, security cameras, and an exit from the Reading Roundhouse. The board will also consider approving a new hire.

• Budget revision
• Security cameras
• Exit from Reading Roundhouse
• Approval of new hire
• Mill levy overview

The Bonner Springs Library Board approved several expenditures and personnel actions, including hiring a new Children's and Teen Programming Coordinator at $16.11/hour, purchasing Avigilon security cameras and server for $18,161.31, and installing an emergency exit in the Reading Roundhouse for $6,029. The board also approved a 2023 budget revision reflecting a 10% increase from the Wyandotte County Library Board.

• Approved hire of Amy Cushing as Children's and Teen Programming Coordinator at $16.11/hour
• Approved purchase of Avigilon security cameras and server from ADS for $18,161.31
• Approved Omega Door to install emergency exit in Reading Roundhouse for $6,029 from Capital Improvement Fund
• Approved 2023 budget revision reflecting 10% increase of $25,467 from Wyandotte County Library Board
• Approved consent agenda including August 11 meeting minutes, invoices, and treasurer's report
• Approved increase of hourly wage for two-coordinator positions to $16.11 and other non-MLS hires to $15.00

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a resolution to levy a property tax rate exceeding the revenue neutral rate. The council is also reviewing notices for upcoming hearings on 2022 budget amendments and the 2023 budget adoption. Additionally, officials will consider land condemnation for the replacement of Sanitary Sewer Lift Station No. 2.

• Public hearing to levy a property tax rate exceeding the revenue neutral rate
• Notice and scheduling of public hearings for 2022 budget amendments and 2023 budget adoption
• Resolution authorizing land condemnation for replacement of Sanitary Sewer Lift Station No. 2
• Ordinance authorizing eminent domain proceedings for Sanitary Sewer Lift Station No. 2
• Massage therapy business and therapist license renewals

The council approved a resolution to levy a property tax rate above the revenue neutral rate on a 6-1 vote, with Kipp dissenting. A public hearing was held where two residents expressed concerns about rising property taxes. The council also approved resolutions and ordinances for condemnation and eminent domain to replace Sanitary Sewer Lift Station No. 2, and scheduled public hearings for the 2022 budget amendments and the 2023 budget.

• Approved resolution to levy property tax rate exceeding revenue neutral rate (6-1, Kipp no)
• Approved resolution finding land in public interest and authorizing survey for condemnation for Sanitary Sewer Lift Station No. 2 (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance authorizing eminent domain for replacement of Sanitary Sewer Lift Station No. 2 (unanimous)
• Approved notice and scheduled public hearing for proposed 2022 budget amendments for September 12, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved notice and scheduled public hearing for proposed 2023 budget for September 12, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items except PHA Claims (unanimous)
• Approved PHA Claims for City Operations (unanimous)

Recreation and Open Spaces Advisory Committee Meeting

This meeting consists of procedural items for the Cemetery Advisory Committee. The agenda includes a review of the July 20, 2022, meeting minutes and items brought forward by committee members.

• Review of July 20, 2022, meeting minutes
• Items from committee members

The Bonner Springs Cemetery Advisory Committee discussed columbarium options and plans to ask for cost estimates to prepare a City Council proposal for the 2024 budget. They also discussed several cemetery improvements, including pacing plaques, artwork in Potter's Field, and additional benches. No formal votes were taken; all items were discussed for future action.

• Discussed columbarium proposal for 2024 budget, will request cost estimates from Brad Harrington
• Discussed pacing plaques for pavilion, fence, and arch to recognize dedication dates and donors
• Discussed placing artwork in Potter's Field
• Discussed scanning Potter's Field for accurate grave placement
• Discussed adding benches around Soldiers' Circle drive
• Ordered replacement solar lights for rose trellis by pond
• Discussed sending meeting notices via text for members without email

Planning Commission

The Bonner Springs Planning Commission will conduct the annual election of officers for the positions of Chair, Vice-chair, and Secretary. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the July 19, 2022 meeting.

• Election of Planning Commission Chair, Vice-chair, and Secretary
• Approval of July 19, 2022 regular meeting minutes

Library Board

The Bonner Springs City Library Board will discuss upcoming technology projects, including security cameras and phones. The agenda also includes reports on summer reading and updates regarding COVID-related bonuses and incentives.

• Upcoming technology projects for security cameras and phones
• Discussion of the myLIBRO Library App
• Summer reading wrap-up report
• Clarification of language regarding COVID retention bonuses
• COVID vaccine incentive discussion

The Bonner Springs Library Board approved a $2,750 annual subscription to the myLIBRO Digital app, which will let patrons search the catalog, Sunflower eLibrary, and Hoopla in one place. The board also approved canceling two uncashed checks older than three years, clarified COVID bonus eligibility to include staff working since March 2020, and voted to untable a COVID vaccine incentive proposal. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved myLIBRO Digital app subscription at $2,750/year
• Approved publication and cancellation of two uncashed checks ($8.00 and $4.00)
• Expanded COVID bonus eligibility to include staff working since March 2020
• Untabled COVID vaccine incentive proposal
• Approved consent agenda (minutes, invoices, treasurer's report)

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop session regarding the General Fund budget. The regular meeting includes items for public use requests, a collections contract, and a special use permit. The council will also consider setting a public hearing for a $2.5 million water supply loan application.

• Collections contract with CBK, Inc. for Municipal Court fines
• Special Use Permit SUP-06-22 for Old Dominion Freight Lines storage container
• $2.5 million State Revolving Fund application for Kansas Public Water Supply Loan
• Public use requests for a Mobile Pet Vaccination Clinic and Back to School Bash
• Approval of the Be Bonner Strong Employee Wellness Incentive Program

The Bonner Springs City Council approved a contract with CBK, Inc. to collect delinquent municipal court fines, and approved a special use permit for Old Dominion Freight Lines. They also set a public hearing for a $2.5 million state revolving fund application and authorized implementation of a wellness program. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved CBK, Inc. collections contract for delinquent court fines (unanimous)
• Approved Special Use Permit SUP-06-22 for Old Dominion Freight Lines (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Sept. 26, 2022 on $2.5M state revolving fund application (unanimous)
• Authorized staff to implement Be Bonner Strong Wellness Program (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, and public use requests (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a budget workshop and vote on several infrastructure and tax items. This includes considering resolutions to place two sales tax renewals on the November 8 ballot.

• Renewal of Emergency Services and Capital Improvements sales taxes for the November 8 ballot
• Contract amendment with Freese and Nichols for Unified Development Ordinance phases up to $170,000
• Bid award to Legacy Underground Construction, Inc. for North Park restroom project up to $98,798
• Phase I Design/Build Agreement for Lift Station No. 2 in the amount of $194,941
• Final project cost and change order for 2022 Street Resurfacing totaling $678,430.69

The Bonner Springs City Council approved a $170,000 contract amendment for Phases 2 & 3 of the Unified Development Ordinance, placed renewals of the emergency services and capital improvements sales taxes on the November 8 ballot, and awarded a $98,798 bid for the North Park restroom project. All votes were unanimous except one abstention on the Lift Station No. 2 owner's representative agreement.

• Approved $170,000 contract amendment with Freese and Nichols for UDO Phases 2 & 3 (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution setting public hearing for Rural Housing Incentive District (unanimous)
• Awarded North Park restroom project to Legacy Underground Construction, Inc. for $98,798 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to place emergency services sales tax renewal on Nov. 8 ballot (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to place capital improvements sales tax renewal on Nov. 8 ballot (unanimous)
• Accepted permanent easement for pollution prevention boundary (unanimous)
• Approved $194,941 Phase I Design/Build Agreement with Burns & McDonnell/CAS Constructors for Lift Station No. 2 (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 Owner's Representative Agreement with BG Consultants for Lift Station No. 2 (unanimous; Kipp abstained)

Recreation and Open Spaces Advisory Committee Meeting

The Cemetery Advisory Committee will hold a meeting to hear a presentation regarding a columbarium. The agenda also includes discussion of items brought forward by committee members.

• Columbarium presentation
• Items from committee members

The Cemetery Advisory Committee met on July 20, 2022, and received a presentation on columbariums from Tim Berryman of Wilbert Memorials. The committee also discussed potential fundraising support from the Bonner Springs Historic Preservation Society for the Sexton monument repair. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Heard presentation on columbariums by Tim Berryman (Wilbert Memorials)
• Discussed possible Historic Preservation Society fundraising for Sexton monument repair

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for a special use permit to install a screened storage container at 12900 Speaker Road. The commission will also consider a site and landscape plan for Ensign Storage at 399 N. 130th Street. Staff recommends approval of both items.

• Special Use Permit for a storage container at 12900 Speaker Road
• Site and landscape plan for 399 N. 130th Street (Ensign Storage)
• Approval of June 21, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider a notice of intent to exceed the revenue neutral rate, with a public hearing scheduled for August 22, 2022. The agenda also includes reviewing claims for city operations and requests for public use of city facilities.

• Notice of Intent To Exceed Revenue Neutral Rate
• Public Use Request - Tiblow Days Fire Truck Display and Splash Pad
• Public Use Request - Foam Glow 5K
• Approval of June 27, 2022 City Council Meeting minutes

The Bonner Springs City Council unanimously approved a notice of intent to exceed the Revenue Neutral Rate, maintaining the current mill levy of 42.892, and set a public hearing for August 22, 2022. The consent agenda, including minutes and public use requests, was approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and citizen concerns.

• Approved notice of intent to exceed Revenue Neutral Rate, maintaining mill levy at 42.892 (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for August 22, 2022 on exceeding Revenue Neutral Rate (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, and public use requests (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss FY23 budget development and several infrastructure projects. Key items include approving a large contract for a water treatment facility and amending a state loan agreement. The council will also consider property acquisitions and park improvements.

• $29,187,812 contract with Burns McDonnell-CAS Constructors, LLC for the Water Treatment Facility Project
• Ordinance to increase KDHE water treatment loan from $22 million to $30 million
• Acquisition of 11600 Kaw Drive for an amount not to exceed $149,900
• $74,005 purchase of a pre-fabricated restroom for North Park
• Use of 2022 ARPA funds for the Water Treatment Plant Project

The Bonner Springs City Council approved a $29,187,812 contract with Burns McDonnell-CAS Constructors, LLC for the Water Treatment Facility Project, and adopted an ordinance increasing the KDHE loan from $22 million to $30 million for water treatment facilities. The council also approved the acquisition of 11600 Kaw Drive for up to $149,900, approved use of 2022 ARPA funds for the water treatment plant, and approved several other items including a restroom purchase and a carnival permit. All votes were unanimous except for the SFS Architecture agreement, which passed 6-2.

• Approved $29,187,812 contract with Burns McDonnell-CAS Constructors, LLC for Water Treatment Facility Project (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2530 increasing KDHE loan from $22M to $30M for water treatment facilities (unanimous)
• Approved acquisition of 11600 Kaw Drive for not to exceed $149,900 (unanimous)
• Approved use of 2022 ARPA funds for Water Treatment Plant Project (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of pre-fabricated restroom from CXT, Inc. for $74,005 (unanimous)
• Approved Agreement Amendment No. 6 with SFS Architecture for $59,966, conditional on City Attorney approval (6-2)
• Approved public use request and carnival permit for Tiblow Days 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and claims (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a site and landscape plan for adding a new building at 14130 Minnesota Avenue. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the April 19, 2022, meeting.

• Site and landscape plan for 14130 Minnesota Avenue (PTS Consulting LLC)
• Approval of April 19, 2022, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to adopt a housing needs analysis and propose a Rural Housing Incentive District. The council will also discuss an update regarding the Water Treatment Facility project. Additionally, the agenda includes amendments to the city fee schedule.

• Resolution proposing a Rural Housing Incentive District
• Water Treatment Facility construction contractor agreement update
• Resolution amending the city fee schedule
• Public use request for S. Bluegrass block party
• Proclamation for Station Cat Ilene

The Bonner Springs City Council unanimously approved a resolution adopting the Housing Needs Analysis and determining the need for housing, proposing a Rural Housing Incentive District. The council also approved a resolution amending the fee schedule and several public use requests. No old business was presented.

• Approved consent agenda including claims, minutes, and public use requests (unanimous)
• Approved public use request for block party on S. Bluegrass (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-09 for housing needs and Rural Housing Incentive District (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-10 amending fee schedule (unanimous)

Library Board

The Bonner Springs City Library Board will meet to consider trustee training and the approval of new hires. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a leave of absence without pay and the Tiblow Trot sponsorship.

• Approval of hires
• Trustee training
• Leave of absence without pay
• Tiblow Trot sponsorship

The Bonner Springs Library Board approved the hiring of Cassandra Long as Farmers' Market Coordinator and Hannah Ryser as Library Assistant, approved 12 hours of unpaid leave for Hannah Houston, and approved a $180 sponsorship for the Rotary Club's Tiblow Trot. The board also discussed termite control options and asked the director to consult further with the bed bug inspector.

• Approved hiring Cassandra Long as Farmers' Market Coordinator and Hannah Ryser as Library Assistant
• Approved 12 hours of unpaid leave for Hannah Houston due to illness
• Approved $180 sponsorship for Rotary Club's Tiblow Trot
• Approved consent agenda including May minutes, invoices, and treasurer's report

General

The City Council and Planning Commission will present and review the Unified Development Ordinance Diagnostic Report. Attendees are asked to prepare questions or concerns regarding the report for discussion.

• Review of the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) Diagnostic Report

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution of intent regarding industrial revenue bonds and property tax abatement for Medline Industries, Inc. The agenda also includes an extension for the Teague Lumber special use permit and foundation repairs for the Community Center.

• Public hearing for Industrial Revenue Bonds for Medline Industries, Inc.
• Resolution of intent to issue up to $89,500,000 in industrial revenue bonds and property tax abatement for Medline Industries, Inc.
• Ordinance to extend the Teague Lumber Special Use Permit (SUP-02-21)
• Acceptance of a $13,290 quote from KC Pier for Community Center foundation repairs

The Bonner Springs City Council unanimously approved a replacement resolution of intent to issue up to $89,500,000 in industrial revenue bonds with property tax abatement for Medline Industries, Inc. The council also approved a special use permit extension for Teague Lumber, accepted a $13,290 quote for Community Center foundation repairs, and approved the consent agenda. No action was taken in executive session regarding real estate acquisition.

• Adopted replacement resolution of intent to issue $89,500,000 in industrial revenue bonds for Medline Industries (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance extending Special Use Permit SUP-02-21 for Teague Lumber (unanimous)
• Accepted KC Pier quote of $13,290 for Community Center foundation repairs (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including May 9, 2022 minutes and claims (unanimous)
• Held public hearing on Medline industrial revenue bonds, closed with no public comment (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for real estate acquisition, resumed with no action taken (unanimous)

Recreation and Open Spaces Advisory Committee Meeting

The Cemetery Advisory Committee will review minutes from the April 20, 2022 meeting. Staff reported that the Sexton monument is repairable and are currently awaiting a cost estimate from a masonry restoration company. Additionally, cemetery decorations were moved from storage to the maintenance building.

• Sexton monument repair update (awaiting cost estimate)
• Relocation of cemetery decorations to the maintenance building
• Review of April 20, 2022 meeting minutes

The Bonner Springs Cemetery Advisory Committee approved the March 16, 2022 minutes with an amendment to item 4, clarifying that the committee requests staff to trim the cemetery entrance bushes this year. The committee also discussed potential fundraising for the Sexton monument, planned to update the cemetery decorations inventory, and considered placing notable burial information on the city's website. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved March 16, 2022 minutes with amendment to item 4 (unanimous)
• Discussed possible Historic Preservation Society fundraising for Sexton monument repair
• Sara and Elaine to update cemetery decorations inventory and send to City Clerk
• Elaine to place geraniums and bunting for Memorial Day
• Brad to gather information on notable burials for city website
• Requested $50 gas gift cards for singer and poem reciter (proposed, not voted)

Library Board

The Bonner Springs Library Board will discuss ballot box cameras and patron confidentiality. The meeting includes discussions regarding spending library-held CIP funds and library assistant positions. Additionally, the board will address the 2023 budget request.

• Ballot Box Camera and Patron Confidentiality discussion
• Spending Library-Held CIP Funds
• Library Assistant and Associate Positions
• 2023 Budget Request

The Bonner Springs Library Board approved the 2023 budget request with a 3% increase in city tax revenue, hired Hannah Houston as a library assistant, and promoted Olivia Miller to Library Associate with a $1,000 bonus. The board also approved using Capital Improvement funds for a people counter. No action was taken on installing a camera on the ballot box due to patron confidentiality concerns.

• Approved 2023 budget request with 3% city tax increase (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Hannah Houston as 20-hour library assistant at $12.75/hr (unanimous)
• Approved changing Olivia Miller to Library Associate with $1,000 annual bonus (unanimous)
• Approved using Capital Improvement funds for people counter hardware and installation (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including April minutes, invoices, and treasurer's report (unanimous)

City Council

The council is reviewing a proposal for a data and technology transition involving PiMS project documents. Members will also vote on accepting the 2021 Audit and rejecting a bid from MegaKC for a signage project. Additionally, a new charter ordinance regarding property maintenance penalties will be considered.

• Data and technology transition proposal
• Acceptance of the 2021 Audit
• Rejection of MegaKC bid for city-wide signage project
• Charter Ordinance for property maintenance code enforcement
• National Police Week proclamation

The Bonner Springs City Council unanimously rejected the bid from MegaKC for the city-wide signage project and adopted a home rule ordinance creating a code enforcement administrative penalty process. The council also accepted the 2021 audit and approved the consent agenda. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Rejected MegaKC bid for city-wide signage project (unanimous)
• Adopted home rule ordinance for code enforcement administrative penalty process (unanimous)
• Accepted 2021 audit (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and claims (unanimous)

City Council

The council will review 2021 department reports for the library, recreation, and administration during a workshop session. During the regular meeting, the council will consider awarding bids for street resurfacing and annual mowing services. The agenda also includes reviewing first-quarter financial reports and business license renewals.

• Awarding $643,573.79 bid for 2022 Street Resurfacing Project to McAnany Construction
• Awarding bid for 2022 Annual Mowing Services to Lawn Force
• Approval of 1st Quarter 2022 Financial Reports
• Renewal of Massage Therapy and Business Establishment licenses
• Proclamations for National Travel and Tourism Week and Arbor Day

The Bonner Springs City Council awarded the 2022 Street Resurfacing Project bid to McAnany Construction for $643,573.79, with one abstention. They also unanimously approved the 2022 Annual Mowing Services bid to Lawn Force and the consent agenda, which included minutes, claims, a license renewal, appointments, and financial reports. No action was taken in executive session regarding real estate acquisition.

• Awarded 2022 Street Resurfacing Project to McAnany Construction for $643,573.79 (unanimous, Thompson abstained)
• Awarded 2022 Annual Mowing Services bid to Lawn Force (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, license renewal, appointments, and financial reports (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for real estate acquisition discussion (unanimous)
• Resumed open meeting with no action taken (unanimous)

Recreation and Open Spaces Advisory Committee Meeting

The Cemetery Advisory Committee will meet to move cemetery decoration items to the maintenance building and trim bushes at the cemetery entrance. Members will also discuss potential columbarium locations and review the Memorial Day ceremony checklist.

• Moving cemetery decorations to the maintenance building
• Trimming bushes at the cemetery entrance
• Approval of March 16, 2022 meeting minutes
• Creating a ranked list of possible columbarium locations
• Reviewing the Memorial Day ceremony checklist

Planning Commission

The commission will review a request to split a parcel at 419 E. Morse Avenue to remove a former parsonage structure. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the March 15, 2022 meeting.

• Lot Split LS-02-22 for 419 E. Morse Avenue
• Approval of March 15, 2022 meeting minutes

Library Board

The Library Board will discuss the 2023 Capital Improvement Budget and the 2021 ARPA Grant. The agenda also includes building aesthetics, a review of the Patron Code of Behavior, and the Farmers’ Market Coordinator position.

• 2023 Capital Improvement Budget
• 2021 ARPA Grant
• Building aesthetic considerations and art donations
• Review of Patron Code of Behavior
• Farmers’ Market Coordinator position

The Bonner Springs Library Board approved a 2023 budget request with no increase to the Wyandotte County Library Board, and accepted a proposed capital improvement spending schedule through 2027. They also approved several purchases, including a new meeting room projector, a mobile audio system, and a people counter, and updated the Patron Code of Behavior.

• Approved consent agenda including March minutes, invoices, and treasurer's report
• Accepted donation of two Ernst Ulmer prints and approved plaque honoring Jane Rink
• Approved 2023 capital improvement spending schedule through 2027
• Approved purchase of meeting room projector from KC Audio-Visual for $6,629 using CIP funds
• Approved purchase of larger mobile audio system using 2021 ARPA grant funds
• Approved purchase of people counter owned outright for $2,500
• Approved Patron Code of Behavior with changes, review every three years
• Approved Farmers' Market Coordinator position with up to $1,000 bonus

City Council

The council will conduct workshop reviews of the Public Works and Community & Economic Development departments regarding their 2021 activities. The agenda also includes presentations on Midwest Public Risk and the Pavement Overlay Program.

• 2021 Public Works Department review
• 2021 Community & Economic Development Department review
• Public Use Request - Maker's Fair
• Pavement Overlay Program presentation
• Midwest Public Risk (MPR) presentation

City Council

The City Council will review 2021 performance for the City Clerk, Police, and Fire/EMS departments during a workshop session. The regular meeting includes a proposal to allocate $11,500 toward Substance Abuse Programs. Other business involves approving city claims and the 2022 Farmers Market request.

• $11,500 funding recommendation for Substance Abuse Programs
• Public Use Request for the 2022 Farmers Market
• Approval of March 14, 2022, meeting minutes
• Review of 2021 City Clerk, Police, and Fire/EMS Department performance

The Bonner Springs City Council approved $11,500 in funding for substance abuse programs as recommended by the Drug and Alcohol Advisory Committee. The council also approved the 2022 Farmers Market public use request and the consent agenda items (minutes, claims, appointments). No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included annual department reviews and reports.

• Approved $11,500 for substance abuse programs (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Farmers Market public use request (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 1-3: minutes, claims, appointments (unanimous)

Recreation and Open Spaces Advisory Committee Meeting

The Cemetery Advisory Committee will review the minutes from the February 23, 2022 meeting. The committee is also scheduled to discuss 2022 goals, plans, the Memorial Day ceremony, and budget matters.

• Approval of February 23, 2022, meeting minutes
• Review of 2022 goals and plans
• Memorial Day ceremony planning
• Budget discussion

The Bonner Springs Cemetery Advisory Committee discussed 2022 goals, including planting a spruce tree in memory of Rita Hoag (approved by Gil Hoag) and researching columbariums. The committee approved the February 23, 2022 meeting minutes unanimously. No formal votes were taken on the discussed items; they remain plans for future action.

• Approved minutes of February 23, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Planned spruce tree planting near pond in memory of Rita Hoag (Gil Hoag approved)
• Requested trimming of bushes at cemetery entrance
• Scheduled rose trellis cleanup for May meeting
• Will research columbarium options and review local examples
• Determined no demand for a scattering garden
• Will explore tour of Parkville pet cemetery
• Will compile list of monuments needing repair

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a lot split for SWJ Enterprises, LLC involving parcels at 80 N. 118th St and 30 N. 118th St. A workshop is also scheduled to discuss the Future Land Use Map of Bonner Springs.

• Lot split LS-2-22 for SWJ Enterprises, LLC
• Workshop regarding the Future Land Use Map of Bonner Springs
• Approval of February 15, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the Wyandotte County Emergency Operations Plan. The council will also review resolutions and an ordinance regarding land condemnation for road and drainage improvements on Riverview Avenue. The meeting includes approval of city operation claims and a report from the City Manager.

• Resolution to adopt the Wyandotte County Emergency Operations Plan
• Resolution authorizing land surveys for Riverview Avenue improvements
• Ordinance instituting eminent domain proceedings for Riverview Avenue
• Approval of city operation claims and check registers

The council unanimously approved a resolution adopting the Wyandotte County Emergency Operations Plan 2021, a resolution authorizing a survey of land for road and drainage easements, and an ordinance condemning land for Riverview Avenue improvements. All items passed without opposition. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted Wyandotte County Emergency Operations Plan 2021 (unanimous)
• Authorized survey of land for road and drainage easements (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance authorizing eminent domain for Riverview Avenue improvements (unanimous)

Library Board

The Bonner Springs Library Board will review the Collection Development Policy and discuss AtoZ Databases. The board will also consider approving the hire of Deja-Rae Walker as Farmers’ Market Coordinator.

• Approval of Deja-Rae Walker as Farmers’ Market Coordinator
• Review of the Collection Development Policy
• Discussion regarding AtoZ Databases
• Wyandotte County Library Board budget request update

The Bonner Springs City Library Board approved the hire of Deja-Rae Walker as Farmers' Market Coordinator and accepted the Collection Development Policy with no changes after reviewing it in light of Kansas HB 2662. The board also approved the consent agenda, including minutes, invoices, and treasurer's report. Discussion on subscribing to AtoZ Databases was deferred to the April meeting.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes, invoices, treasurer's report)
• Approved hire of Deja-Rae Walker as Farmers' Market Coordinator
• Accepted Collection Development Policy with no changes
• Deferred decision on AtoZ Databases subscription to April meeting

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss preliminary discussions for property acquisition. During the regular meeting, the Council will consider a 2022 lifeguard certification reimbursement program and a KDOT resurfacing project agreement.

• Preliminary discussion for property acquisition
• KDOT CCLIP Resurfacing Project Supplemental Agreement
• 2022 Lifeguard Certification Reimbursement Program
• 4th Quarter 2021 Financial Statements
• City Operations claims

The Bonner Springs City Council held a workshop and regular meeting on February 28, 2022. The only substantive decision was unanimous approval of the 2022 Lifeguard Certification Reimbursement Program. The consent agenda, including minutes, claims, financial statements, and a KDOT agreement, was also approved unanimously. No other decisions were made; the executive session on property acquisition resulted in no action.

• Approved 2022 Lifeguard Certification Reimbursement Program (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, Q4 financials, and KDOT agreement (unanimous)
• Held executive session on property acquisition; no action taken

City Council

The Council will consider a $1,008,765 contract for water meter equipment and a $177,350 request for an aerator unit replacement. The agenda also includes ordinances regarding accessory dwelling units and building size restrictions. Additionally, the council will review bond issuance for Series 2022-A General Obligation Bonds.

• $1,008,765 contract for water meter equipment to AV Water Technologies, LLC
• $177,350 sole source request for an aerator/mixer unit from Ovivo USA, LLC
• Rezoning 1401 S. 130th Street to Light Industrial (I-1)
• Zoning amendments for accessory dwelling units and building size restrictions
• Approval of Series 2022-A General Obligation Bonds

The minutes record a workshop session and a regular meeting with agenda items listed, but no decisions, approvals, or denials are recorded. The workshop included a stormwater program review/update and a presentation on the proposed county emergency operations plan. The regular meeting agenda listed consent agenda items, old/new business, and reports, but the minutes do not state any outcomes.

• No decisions recorded in the minutes; agenda items were listed but not acted upon in the record.

Library Board

The Library Board will review reports from the Librarian, Wyandotte County Library Board, and Friends of the Library. New business includes welcoming a new board member, addressing an office vacancy, reviewing a budget request, and discussing interior painting.

• Board membership updates and office vacancy
• Wyandotte County Library Board Budget Request
• Interior Painting

The Bonner Springs City Library Board approved the consent agenda, which included eliminating all late fees and setting unpaid fines to $0. The board also appointed John Mackey as Vice President and discussed future budget requests and interior painting, but no final decisions were made on those items.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, invoices, and treasurer's report (unanimous)
• Eliminated all library late fees and set unpaid fines to $0.00
• Appointed John Mackey as Vice President (motion by Harrington, second by Clark)
• Welcomed new board member Madison Clark to fill unexpired term

City Council

The City Council will consider resolutions regarding industrial revenue bonds and property tax abatements for Scannell Properties buildings. The agenda also includes authorizing a smart water meter project and the sale of approximately $980,000 in General Obligation Bonds.

• Public hearings and resolutions for Scannell Properties (Building 2) industrial revenue bonds
• Public hearings and resolutions for Scannell Properties (Building 3) industrial revenue bonds
• Resolution authorizing the Smart Water Meter Project
• Authorization of approximately $980,000 in General Obligation Bonds
• Agreement with Great Plains SPCA for animal services

The council unanimously adopted resolutions of intent to issue industrial revenue bonds and property tax abatements for Scannell Properties LLC Buildings 2 and 3, after holding public hearings. It also approved resolutions authorizing a smart water meter project and the sale of approximately $980,000 in general obligation bonds, plus an updated seasonal employee pay scale and an animal services agreement with Great Plains SPCA.

• Adopted Resolution 2022-01: intent to issue IRBs and property tax abatement for Scannell Building 2 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-02: intent to issue IRBs and property tax abatement for Scannell Building 3 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-03: authorizing Smart Water Meter Project (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-04: authorizing sale of ~$980,000 General Obligation Bonds Series 2022-A (unanimous)
• Approved updated Seasonal Employee Pay Scale (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to execute animal services agreement with Great Plains SPCA (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, and board appointments (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a lot split for 1201 S. 138th Street and a site plan for the Compass 70 Logistics Center. Public hearings are scheduled regarding industrial land use changes at 1401 S. 130th Street. The commission will also review ordinance amendments for accessory buildings, dwelling units, and design standards.

• Lot split for 1201 S. 138th Street
• Site/landscape plan for Compass 70 Logistics Center Lot 3
• Comprehensive Plan change request for 1401 S. 130th Street
• Rezoning of 1401 S. 130th Street to I-1 (Light Industrial)
• Zoning Ordinance amendments for accessory buildings and ADUs

Library Board

The meeting includes reports from the Librarian and Friends of the Library. New business items include contract approval, a staffing plan, and the 2022 NEKLS accreditation application.

• Contract Approval
• Staffing Plan
• 2022 NEKLS Accreditation Application
• Board Membership

The Bonner Springs City Library Board approved written contracts with three principal contractors, a staffing plan required for accreditation, and authorized the Board President to sign the 2022 Library Development Grant Application and the Next Search Catalog Participation Agreement. The board also discussed board term expirations and potential term extensions to align with statutory rotation.

• Approved contracts with Jim Ballew (lawn care), Dan Bentch (computer consulting), and Steve Greer (custodial services)
• Approved Staffing Plan as presented
• Approved Board President signing 2022 Library Development Grant Application
• Approved Board President signing 2022 Next Search Catalog Participation Agreement

City Council

The Council will discuss water meter upgrades during a workshop session. During the regular meeting, members will consider several contracts for traffic signal modernization and street improvements. They will also review a cooperation agreement for emergency dispatching services.

• Construction contract award to Total Electric Contractors, Inc. for $30,497 for traffic signal modernization
• $150,000 contract amendment with Wilson & Company, Inc. for the 138th Street Improvement Project
• Agreement with BG Consultants, Inc. for Lift Station No. 2 Replacement Preliminary Design for $40,000
• $46,300 contract amendment with Wilson & Company, Inc. for Second Street Waterline Replacement Design
• Cooperation agreement regarding emergency dispatching and communications services

The Bonner Springs City Council approved several contracts and agreements, including a water meter replacement project, traffic signal modernization contracts, and design services for infrastructure projects. All votes were unanimous, with one councilmember recusing from a vote on the 138th Street project.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, and emergency dispatching agreement (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance adopting KCAPWA and Bonner Springs standard specifications (unanimous)
• Awarded traffic signal modernization construction contract to Total Electric Contractors, Inc. for $330,497 (unanimous)
• Approved supplemental engineering agreement with BG Consultants, Inc. for $20,000 (unanimous)
• Approved contract amendment with Wilson & Company, Inc. for Second Street waterline design for $46,300 (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with BG Consultants, Inc. for Lift Station #2 preliminary design for $40,000 (unanimous)
• Approved contract amendment with Wilson & Company, Inc. for 138th Street design for $150,000 (unanimous, Gurley recused)