Jackson County public meetings in 2022

County Legislature

This special meeting contains no new ordinances, resolutions, or committee reports. The legislature will address a veto message received on December 22, 2022, regarding Ordinance #5707. This item concerns changes to the Employees’ Pension Plan.

• Veto message for Ordinance #5707 relating to the Employees’ Pension Plan

The County Legislature voted on whether to override a veto of Ordinance #5707, which proposed increasing the pension benefit multiplier for certain employees. The motion to override the veto failed, meaning the ordinance did not pass.

• Failed to override veto of Ordinance #5707 regarding Employees' Pension Plan (5-4)
• Approved journal of the December 12, 2022 meeting (voice vote)

County Legislature

The legislature will meet to discuss the 2023 annual budget, appropriations, and the tentative tax levy. The agenda also includes ordinances for special obligation bonds and updates to park fee schedules. Several resolutions regarding county contracts and fund transfers are scheduled for consideration.

• Adoption of the 2023 annual budget and appropriations
• Setting the 2023 tentative tax levy
• Issuance of special obligation bonds for the Justice with Dignity Project
• Park road repair contract not to exceed $2,001,136.00
• Furniture and equipment for the new Health Department building up to $402,506.00

The County Legislature adopted Ordinance #5707 to increase the pension benefit calculation for sworn officers from 1.5% to 2.5% of average monthly earnings. The body also approved several contracts for park maintenance, law enforcement equipment, and legal services. Multiple resolutions were passed honoring departing legislators.

• Adopted Ordinance #5707 increasing sworn officer pension rate to 2.5% (6-3)
• Approved $2,001,136 park road repair contract to Superior Bowen Asphalt Company, LLC
• Approved $402,506 contract for Health Department furniture and equipment to Kansas City Office Design, LLC
• Approved $35,634 contract for a Sheriff's Office SUV from Landmark Dodge (6-2)
• Approved $27,123 contract for a utility rake for Fred Arbanas Golf Course to Van Wall Equipment, Inc.
• Approved $64,850 aggregate for legal services agreements (Resolution #21129)
• Approved contract for small arms ammunition to Precision Delta Corporation
• Tabled Resolution #21125 regarding homeless assistance agreements to Finance and Audit Committee

Budget Committee

The Jackson County Budget Committee is reviewing several resolutions regarding fund transfers within the 2022 budget. These items include funding for the new Health Department building, park scoreboards, and detention center obligations.

• $402,506 contract for furniture at the new Health Department building
• $197,000 transfer for Jackson County Detention Center obligations
• $196,400 transfer for Family Court building modifications
• $31,225 contract for Parks + Rec scoreboard installation

The Budget Committee voted to recommend the passage of four resolutions involving fund transfers for the Detention Center, Family Court, and various equipment contracts. All recommendations passed by voice vote.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21111 to transfer $197,000.00 for the Jackson County Detention Center (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21114 to transfer $31,225.00 and award a scoreboard contract to Athco, LLC (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21115 to transfer $402,506.00 and award a furniture contract to Kansas City Office Design, LLC (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21117 to transfer $196,400.00 for Family Court building modifications (voice vote)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing an ordinance to update park fees and charges. The committee is also considering contract awards for software maintenance, vehicle insurance, and lighting maintenance. Additionally, the agenda includes the sale of surplus county vehicles.

• Ordinance updating park fees and charges in Chapter 50 of the County Code
• $32,906.55 software maintenance contract for the Compliance Review Office
• Contract for softball field light maintenance for Parks + Rec
• Countywide vehicle insurance contract with MOPERM
• Authorization to sell surplus county-owned vehicles

The committee voted to recommend the approval of an ordinance updating park fees and charges. It also recommended the approval of five resolutions awarding contracts for software maintenance, lighting, insurance, legal services, and consulting.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5705 regarding park fees and charges (voice vote)
• Recommended Resolution #21112: $32,906.55 software maintenance contract to AskReply, Inc. (voice vote)
• Recommended Resolution #21113: Softball field light maintenance contract to Mark One Electric Company, Inc. (voice vote)
• Recommended Resolution #21118: Countywide vehicle insurance contract to MOPERM (voice vote)
• Recommended Resolution #21119: Legal Services Agreements not to exceed $64,850.00 (voice vote)
• Recommended Resolution #21121: Community engagement consultant services contract to Mod Op (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is holding public hearings regarding the 2023 annual budget and tax levy. The agenda also includes several contract awards, fund transfers, and legal settlements.

• Public hearing for 2023 annual budget and tax levy (Ordinances #5701 and #5702)
• Park road repair contract up to $2,001,136.00 with Superior Bowen Asphalt Company, LLC
• Settlement of Douglas Caster claim for $5,300,000.00
• Transfer of $38,383,428.00 within the American Rescue Plan Fund
• Contract award for inmate pay telephone services to Smart Communications Holding, Inc.

The County Legislature voted to hold the 2023 annual budget and tentative tax levy, with some members arguing the decisions should be made by the incoming legislature in January. The body also approved several service contracts and two legal settlements.

• Held Ordinance #5701 (annual budget) (5-4)
• Held Ordinance #5702 (tentative tax levy) (8-1)
• Approved $5.3M settlement for Douglas Caster (6-2)
• Approved $135,000 settlement for Jeffrey Sedorcek (7-0)
• Approved $2,001,136 park road repair contract to Superior Bowen Asphalt Company, LLC
• Adopted Ordinance #5706 regarding the Clerk of the County Legislature (9-0)
• Approved $38,383,428 transfer within the 2022 American Rescue Plan Fund
• Approved Blue River Parkway Master Plan

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The committee is reviewing a resolution to award a contract for inmate pay telephone services. The proposal involves Smart Communications Holding, Inc. for a thirty-six month term.

• Contract for inmate pay telephone services to Smart Communications Holding, Inc.
• Thirty-six month term with two twelve-month extension options
• Commission payable to the County under RFP No. 11-22

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee reviewed a resolution to award a contract for inmate pay telephone services. The committee voted to recommend the resolution for approval.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21098 to award a 36-month term and supply contract for inmate pay telephone services to Smart Communications Holding, Inc. (voice vote)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will hold a public hearing regarding Ordinance #5704 for park road maintenance. The committee will also review a resolution to fund an architectural study for the Family Court’s Emerging Adults Program.

• Park road repair contract with Superior Bowen Asphalt Company, LLC, not to exceed $2,001,136.00
• Appropriation of $108,786.00 from the 2022 Park Fund for maintenance
• Transfer of $69,840.00 within the General Fund for a Family Court architectural study

The committee recommended the approval of a park road repair contract and a fund transfer for an architectural study. Both items were recommended for further action via voice vote.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5704 for park road repair maintenance project with Superior Bowen Asphalt Company, LLC (voice vote)
• Recommended to pass Resolution #21106 to transfer $69,840.00 for a Family Court Emerging Adults Program architectural study (voice vote)

Health & Environment Committee

The Health and Environment Committee is reviewing a resolution to award a contract for body transportation services. This contract would be with Metro Removal of Kansas City, MO, for use by the Medical Examiner’s Office. The agreement includes a twelve-month term with an option to extend for one year.

• Resolution awarding a body transportation services contract to Metro Removal of Kansas City, MO

The Health and Environment Committee reviewed a resolution to award a body transportation services contract to Metro Removal of Kansas City. The committee voted to recommend the resolution for passage.

• Recommended passage of Resolution #21104 to award a 12-month term and supply contract (with one 12-month extension option) to Metro Removal of Kansas City for Medical Examiner’s Office body transportation services (voice vote)

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee is considering a resolution to approve the Blue River Parkway Master Plan. This item was assigned to the committee by the County Legislature on November 28, 2022.

• Resolution approving the Blue River Parkway Master Plan (21107)

The Land Use Committee reviewed Resolution #21107 regarding the Blue River Parkway Master Plan. The committee voted to recommend the resolution for passage.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21107 approving the Blue River Parkway Master Plan (voice vote)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee will review several contract awards and fund transfers. Items include an appropriation for parkland management and a large transfer within the American Rescue Plan Fund.

• $2,400 appropriation for land management and invasive species removal on County parkland
• Contract award to Kansas City Air Filters for HVAC filters
• Contract award to Petroleum Equipment, Inc. for fuel dispensing equipment services
• Contract award to Pure Water Oasis, Inc. for bottled water and dispenser services
• $38,383,428.00 transfer within the 2022 American Rescue Plan Fund

The committee recommended the approval of several supply contracts and a land management agreement. It also recommended a significant transfer of funds within the American Rescue Plan Fund to cover authorized expenditures.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5703 to appropriate $2,400.00 for parkland land management (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21102 for HVAC Filters contract with Kansas City Air Filters (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21103 for fuel dispensing equipment services contract with Petroleum Equipment, Inc. (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21105 for bottled water and dispenser services contract with Pure Water Oasis, Inc. (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21108 to transfer $38,383,428.00 within the 2022 American Rescue Plan Fund (voice vote)

Budget Committee

This meeting focuses on the 2023 Budget Hearing Schedule for Jackson County departments. No specific ordinances or resolutions are listed in this agenda.

• 2023 budget hearings for Jackson County departments

Budget Committee

The committee is addressing the schedule for the 2023 Jackson County budget hearings. Specific department hearing details are referenced under Meeting Details.

• 2023 Budget Hearings for Jackson County departments

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The committee recommended the approval of a contract for one full-size SUV. One resolution regarding inmate telephone services was held.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21100 to purchase one full-size SUV from Landmark Dodge for $35,634.00 (voice vote)
• Voted to hold Resolution #21098 regarding inmate pay telephone services with Smart Communications Holding, Inc. (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is introducing ordinances to adopt the 2023 annual budget and set the county's tentative tax levy. The agenda also includes a hearing regarding a potential joint regional detention facility with Kansas City. Several contract awards and fund transfers are proposed for consideration.

• Introduction of the 2023 annual budget and tentative tax levy
• An ordinance for a park road repair project not to exceed $2,001,136.00
• A resolution to approve a $150,000.00 settlement for a claim against the Sheriff’s Department
• A hearing on a joint regional detention facility in cooperation with Kansas City
• A $38,383,428.00 transfer within the American Rescue Plan Fund

The County Legislature approved a legal settlement and several service contracts. It also appropriated grant funds for narcotics interdiction and discussed options for a joint regional detention facility.

• Approved $150,000 settlement for Tiffany Cox v. Jackson County (8-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved $35,634 contract for a Sheriff's Office SUV from Landmark Dodge (6-2)
• Approved water testing services contract with Nalco Water (8-0, 1 absent)
• Approved $4,468 appropriation for Missouri Western Interdiction and Narcotics Task Force grant (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21109 to hold a closed meeting with County Counselor (9-0)
• Reappointed James A. Witteman, Jr. as Municipal Court Judge through Dec 31, 2024

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is reviewing a resolution to award a contract for water testing services. The proposed agreement is with Nalco Water of Naperville, IL, for a twelve-month term.

• Resolution awarding a twelve-month supply contract for water testing services to Nalco Water of Naperville, IL

The Public Works Committee reviewed and recommended the approval of a contract for water testing services. The recommendation moves the resolution forward for further action.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21099 to award water testing services contract to Nalco Water (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature met to finalize several contracts and ordinances. The body approved a three-year property tax software contract and reimbursements for Sheriff's Office overtime. Members also reviewed proposed resolutions regarding health services in east Kansas City and various service contracts.

• Approved a three-year, $6,287,464 contract for property tax collection software with Aumentum Technologies.
• Approved $19,120 in overtime reimbursement for the Sheriff’s Office related to Heart Village Mobile Home Park relocations.
• Approved a contract with Advanced Correctional Healthcare for inmate mental health services up to $875,598.
• Proposed a resolution for a $5,000,000 agreement with UMKC for vaccination efforts in east Kansas City.
• Introduced a resolution to settle a legal claim with Teesha C. Miller for $125,000.

The County Legislature adopted a consent agenda including several service contracts and fund appropriations. Additionally, the body approved a legal settlement for Teesha C. Miller and authorized a closed session with the County Counselor.

• Approved $6.28M three-year property tax collection software contract with Aumentum Technologies (8-1)
• Approved $875,598 contract for inmate mental health services with Advanced Correctional Healthcare (8-1)
• Approved $5M cooperative agreement with UMKC for health services and vaccinations in east Kansas City (8-1)
• Approved $125,000 settlement payment for Teesha C. Miller v. Jackson County (6-1)
• Approved $19,120 reimbursement to Sheriff’s Office for Heart Village Mobile Home Park relocation overtime (8-1)
• Approved $38,898 software maintenance contract with Granicus (8-1)
• Approved $124,600 contract with J.D. Power for automobile price guides (8-1)
• Adopted Resolution #21097 to hold a closed meeting with the County Counselor (9-0)

Health & Environment Committee

The Health & Environment Committee is reviewing a resolution to authorize a cooperative agreement with the University of Missouri - Kansas City. The agreement would fund health services and vaccination efforts in east Kansas City through December 31, 2024. The cost to the County would not exceed $5,000,000.00.

• Resolution 21090: Cooperative Agreement with UMKC for health services and vaccination efforts (not to exceed $5,000,000.00)

The Health and Environment Committee recommended the passage of Resolution #21090. This resolution authorizes a Cooperative Agreement with the University of Missouri - Kansas City to provide health services and vaccination aid.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21090 to allocate up to $5,000,000.00 for health services and vaccination efforts in east Kansas City through December 31, 2024 (voice vote)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing resolutions for two sole source contract awards. These include software maintenance for the Office of the Clerk and a vehicle price guide for the Assessment Department.

• Software maintenance contract for Office of the Clerk ($38,898.00)
• National Automobile Dealers’ Association price guide contract (not to exceed $124,600.00)
• $4,600.00 transfer within the 2022 Assessment Fund

The committee voted to recommend the passage of two resolutions for sole source software and data contracts. One contract is for legislative software maintenance and the other is for automobile price guides.

• Recommended passage of Resolution #21093 for Granicus software maintenance contract ($38,898.00) via voice vote
• Recommended passage of Resolution #21096 for J.D. Power price guide contract (not to exceed $124,600.00) via voice vote

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee is reviewing a resolution to award twelve-month contracts for trail design and engineering services. These services are intended for use by the Parks + Rec Department. The resolution involves McClure Engineering of North Kansas City, MO, and VSM Engineering, LLC, of Kansas City, MO.

• Awarding of trail design and engineering service contracts
• Contracts for McClure Engineering of North Kansas City, MO
• Contracts for VSM Engineering, LLC of Kansas City, MO
• Services under Request for Qualifications No. 80-22

The Land Use Committee voted to recommend the passage of Resolution #21091. This resolution awards contracts for trail design and engineering services for the Parks + Rec Department.

• Recommended passage of Resolution #21091 to award trail design and engineering contracts to McClure Engineering and VSM Engineering, LLC (voice vote)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee will review an ordinance to authorize special obligation bonds for the Justice with Dignity Project. The committee will also consider a contract for portable outdoor toilet rentals for various county departments.

• Authorization of special obligation bonds (Justice with Dignity Project) Series 2022A
• Contract award for portable outdoor toilet rentals to ORI Outdoor Restrooms

The Finance and Audit Committee recommended the withdrawal of an ordinance regarding special obligation bonds. The committee also recommended the approval of a contract for portable outdoor toilet rentals.

• Recommended withdrawal of Ordinance #5667 regarding special obligation bonds (Justice with Dignity Project) (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21089 for portable outdoor toilet rental contract with ORI Outdoor Restrooms (voice vote)

Budget Committee

The Jackson County Budget Committee is holding public hearings on three ordinances regarding county contracts and reimbursements. The committee is also reviewing resolutions for fund transfers to cover HVAC repairs, insurance shortfalls, and health center improvements.

• Ordinance #5696: Property tax software contract not to exceed $6,287,464.00 over three years
• Ordinance #5698: $19,120.00 reimbursement for Sheriff’s Office overtime related to Heart Village Mobile Home Park relocations
• Ordinance #5699: Mental health services contract for inmates not to exceed $875,598.00
• Resolution 21092: $3,000,000.00 transfer for health center construction and capital improvements
• Resolution 21086: $67,000.00 transfer for HVAC and ductwork at Jackson County Technology Center

The Budget Committee voted to recommend for perfection three ordinances and three resolutions. These actions include awarding contracts for tax software, inmate mental health services, and health center construction, as well as approving fund transfers for HVAC repairs and insurance shortfalls.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5696 for property tax collection software contract with Aumentum Technologies (voice vote)
• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5698 to reimburse Sheriff’s Office $19,120.00 for Heart Village Mobile Home Park relocation overtime (voice vote)
• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5699 for inmate mental health services contract with Advanced Correctional Healthcare (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21086 to transfer $67,000.00 for HVAC units and ductwork at Jackson County Technology Center (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21087 to transfer $479,860.00 to cover property damage and workmen’s compensation shortfalls (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21092 to transfer $3,000,000.00 for health center construction awarded to Samuel U. Rodgers Health Center, Inc. and Swope Health Services (voice vote)

Health & Environment Committee

The Health & Environment Committee is reviewing a resolution to authorize a cooperative agreement with the University of Missouri - Kansas City. This agreement would fund health services and vaccination efforts in east Kansas City. The cost to the County would not exceed $5,000,000.00 through December 31, 2024.

• Resolution for a cooperative agreement with University of Missouri - Kansas City
• Funding for health services and vaccination efforts in east Kansas City not to exceed $5,000,000.00

The Health and Environment Committee considered a resolution to fund health services and vaccination efforts in east Kansas City. The committee voted to hold the resolution.

• Held Resolution #21090 regarding a Cooperative Agreement with UMKC for health services (voice vote)

Public Works Committee

The committee is considering a resolution to extend an existing contract for HVAC products, installation, and service. This extension would apply to the Facilities Management Division of the Public Works Department.

• Six-month extension of HVAC supply and service contract with Trane of Davidson, NC

The Public Works Committee reviewed and recommended the passage of Resolution #21088. This resolution extends a contract for HVAC products and services.

• Recommended passage of Resolution #21088 to extend HVAC contract with Trane of Davidson, NC (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is considering several ordinances and resolutions regarding county services. These include multi-year contracts for property tax collection software and inmate mental health services. The meeting also includes an update on the new Jackson County Detention Center.

• Property tax collection software contract with Aumentum Technologies not to exceed $6,287,464 over three years
• Agreement with UMKC for health services and vaccination efforts in east Kansas City up to $5,000,000
• Ryan Road Culvert Replacement Project contract not to exceed $965,092
• Mental health services contract for inmates not to exceed $875,598
• Construction and capital improvements at Samuel U. Rodgers Health Center totaling $3,000,000

The County Legislature passed a consent agenda approving several service contracts and fund transfers. The body also authorized a grant extension for the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office and discussed the status of the Detention Center project.

• Approved $965,092 contract for Ryan Road Culvert Replacement Project (9-0)
• Approved $3M for health center construction and capital improvements (9-0)
• Approved property tax collection software contract up to $6.28M total (9-0)
• Approved $437,799 contract for inmate mental health services (9-0)
• Approved $5M for UMKC health services and vaccination efforts in east Kansas City (9-0)
• Approved $19,120 to reimburse Sheriff’s Office for Heart Village relocations (9-0)
• Approved extension for Prosecuting Attorney’s violent crimes grant (9-0)
• Adopted resolutions for HVAC replacement and portable toilet rentals (9-0)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will hold a public hearing regarding Ordinance #5694. This ordinance proposes appropriating $185,204.00 from the 2022 County Improvement Fund. The proposal includes awarding a contract to Radmacher Brothers Excavating Co., Inc. for the Ryan Road Culvert Replacement Project.

• Public hearing for Ordinance #5694
• Appropriation of $185,204.00 from the 2022 County Improvement Fund
• Contract award to Radmacher Brothers Excavating Co., Inc. not to exceed $965,092.00

The Budget Committee reviewed and recommended for perfection Ordinance #5694. This ordinance involves funding and a contract for the Ryan Road Culvert Replacement Project.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5694 to appropriate $185,204.00 for Ryan Road Culvert Replacement Project (Voice Vote)

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions regarding county contracts and fund transfers. Items include funding for public health services, infrastructure projects, and property tax software.

• Ryan Road Culvert Replacement contract up to $965,092.00
• $5,000,000.00 allocation for UMKC health and vaccination services
• Property tax collection software contract up to $6,287,464.00 total
• Jacomo Campground Wastewater Treatment Plant construction up to $929,359.00
• $3,000,000.00 for health center construction and improvements

The County Legislature adopted several ordinances and resolutions via a consent agenda, including contracts for road and wastewater projects. It also approved updated salary ranges for Sheriff's Office personnel to align with a compensation study and authorized funding for victim services.

• Approved salary ranges for Sheriff's Office deputies and sergeants for 2022-25 (8-0)
• Approved $965,092 contract for Ryan Road Culvert Replacement Project (8-0)
• Approved $929,359 contract for Jacomo Campground Wastewater Treatment Plant (8-0)
• Approved $35,670 contract for inmate movement tracking software (8-0)
• Approved $186,171 contract for a Parks + Rec dump truck (8-0)
• Approved irrigation equipment contract with Turfwerks Company (8-0)
• Approved $373,233 appropriation for Victims of Crime Act Grant extension (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21085 to hold a closed meeting (8-0)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee will consider an ordinance to issue special obligation bonds for the Justice with Dignity Project. The committee will also review contract awards for irrigation equipment and a dump truck for the Parks + Rec Department.

• Issuance of special obligation bonds (Justice with Dignity Project) Series 2022A
• Irrigation equipment and service contract with Turfwerks Company
• $186,171.00 contract for a dump truck from Viking-Cives Midwest

The Finance and Audit Committee recommended the approval of two contracts for the Parks + Rec Department. One ordinance regarding special obligation bonds was held in committee.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21079 for irrigation equipment contract with Turfwerks Company (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21082 for $186,171.00 dump truck contract with Viking-Cives Midwest (voice vote)
• Voted to hold Ordinance #5667 regarding Justice with Dignity Project special obligation bonds (voice vote)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will hold a public hearing on ordinances regarding inmate tracking software and wastewater treatment plant construction. The committee is also reviewing a resolution to cover budget shortfalls in the Jackson County Detention Center.

• Contract for Jacomo Campground Wastewater Treatment Plant design and construction up to $929,359.00
• Software maintenance contract for inmate movement tracking at a cost of $35,670.00
• Resolution transferring $78,417.00 to the Jackson County Detention Center budget

The committee voted to recommend three financial measures for perfection and passage. These include contracts for inmate tracking software and wastewater treatment plant construction, as well as a fund transfer for the County Detention Center.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5686 for $35,670.00 inmate movement tracking software contract (voice vote)
• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5687 for Jacomo Campground Wastewater Treatment Plant contract not to exceed $929,359.00 (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21075 to transfer $78,417.00 to the Sheriff Office’s County Detention Center budget (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is meeting to vote on several ordinances and resolutions. The agenda includes final passage of contracts for bridge construction and administration building renovations. The body will also consider new proposals for zoning changes and grant acceptances.

• Contract for South Miller Road Bridge construction up to $613,790.00
• Funding for HVAC repairs and technology installation at the new Jackson County Administration Building
• Rezoning of a 5.40-acre tract from District GB to District GB-p
• Contract for Jacomo Campground Wastewater Treatment Plant construction up to $929,359.00
• Software maintenance contract for inmate movement tracking for $35,670.00

The County Legislature adopted three zoning changes and several construction and service contracts. It also approved a resolution to explore a detention and rehabilitation partnership with the City of Kansas City.

• Rezoned 5.40± acre tract from General Business to General Business-Planned (9-0)
• Rezoned 4.24± acre tract from Agricultural to Residential Estates (9-0)
• Rezoned 5.00± acre tract from Agricultural to Residential Ranchette (9-0)
• Approved $613,790 contract for South Miller Road Bridge construction (9-0)
• Approved $929,359 contract for Jacomo Campground Wastewater Treatment Plant (9-0)
• Approved $170,500 contract for COMBAT database software maintenance (9-0)
• Approved resolution to explore detention partnership with City of Kansas City (5-2)
• Approved $29,500 settlement for Stanion Wholesale Electric Co., Inc. (6-0)

Anti-Crime Committee

The Anti-Crime Committee is considering a resolution to award a contract to First Call Technologies, LLC. This sole source purchase covers software maintenance for the COMBAT Community CareLink and COMBAT Connections databases for 2023.

• $170,500.00 contract for COMBAT database software maintenance
• Consideration of Resolution #21077

The Anti-Crime Committee recommended the approval of Resolution #21076. This resolution awards a sole source contract to First Call Technologies, LLC for software maintenance of the COMBAT Community CareLink and COMBAT Connections databases.

• Recommended approval of Resolution #21076 to award $170,500 contract to First Call Technologies, LLC (voice vote)

Land Use Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing to review ordinances regarding several land rezoning requests. These proposals involve changing the zoning districts for tracts of 5.40, 4.24, and 5.00 acres.

• Rezoning 5.40± acre tract from District GB to District GB-p (Ordinance 5676)
• Rezoning 4.24± acre tract from District AG to District RE (Ordinance 5677)
• Rezoning 5.00± acre tract from District AG to District RR (Ordinance 5678)

The Land Use Committee reviewed and recommended three ordinances for perfection regarding the rezoning of specific land tracts. All three recommendations passed by voice vote.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5676 to rezone 5.40± acres from District GB to District GB-p (voice vote)
• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5677 to rezone 4.24± acres from District AG to District RE (voice vote)
• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5678 to rezone 5.00± acres from District AG to District RR (voice vote)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee will consider an ordinance regarding the issuance of special obligation bonds. This relates to the Justice with Dignity Project Series 2022A. No resolutions were listed for discussion.

• Ordinance authorizing special obligation bonds (Justice with Dignity Project) Series 2022A

The committee took action on one item regarding the issuance of special obligation bonds for the Justice with Dignity Project. The committee voted to hold the ordinance.

• Held Ordinance #5667 regarding special obligation bonds for Justice with Dignity Project (voice vote)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is reviewing an ordinance to fund technology, HVAC repairs, and operating costs for the new Jackson County Administration Building. The committee is also considering a resolution to transfer funds across several county funds to cover shortfalls in the Enterprise vehicle lease program.

• Ordinance #5684: $373,933 from County Improvement Fund and $228,000 from General Fund for Administration Building remodeling costs
• Resolution #21071: Transfers within the General, Health, Park, Special Road & Bridge, and Assessment funds to cover vehicle lease shortfalls

The committee recommended approval of two items: Ordinance 5684, which appropriates $601,933 for technology, HVAC repairs, and operating costs for the new Jackson County Administration Building; and Resolution 21071, which transfers $299,710 across several funds to cover shortfalls in the county's vehicle lease program. Both passed by voice vote and will go to the full legislature for final action.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance 5684: $601,933 for admin building remodeling (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution 21071: $299,710 transferred to cover vehicle lease shortfalls (voice vote)

County Legislature

The legislature is considering several rezoning requests and the issuance of special obligation bonds for the Justice with Dignity Project. The agenda also includes contracts for bridge construction and wastewater treatment plant development.

• Contract for South Miller Road Bridge construction not to exceed $613,790.00
• Rezoning a 5.40-acre tract from General Business to General Business-Planned
• Contract for Jacomo Campground Wastewater Treatment Plant up to $929,359.00
• Settlement of $42,000.00 in the case Keiara Tatum v. Jackson County
• Appropriation of funds for remodeling the new Jackson County Administration Building

The County Legislature approved a $613,790 contract for the South Miller Road Bridge and several grant-funded ordinances for the Sheriff's Office and Prosecuting Attorney's Office. The body also authorized a $42,000 legal settlement and funded administration building repairs. Three rezoning ordinances were moved to a public hearing scheduled for October 31.

• Approved $613,790 contract to Radmacher Brothers Excavating Company for South Miller Road Bridge (9-0)
• Approved $601,933 for technology, HVAC, and operating costs for the new Administration Building (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #5685 for Sheriff’s Office DWI/Traffic Safety Unit grant (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #5688 for Sheriff’s Office Hazardous Moving Violation Enforcement grant (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #5689 for Prosecuting Attorney’s Office Violence Against Women Act Grant (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #5690 for Sheriff’s Office Impaired Driving Enforcement grant (9-0)
• Approved $36,577 for Mid-America Regional Council Household Hazardous Waste Program (9-0)
• Approved $42,000 settlement for Keiara Tatum v. Jackson County, Missouri (7-0)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The committee is considering a resolution for a 36-month contract with LeadsOnline, LLC. This sole source purchase provides electronic reporting and criminal investigation system services.

• $34,000.00 three-year contract for software maintenance and subscription services

Land Use Committee

The Jackson County Land Use Committee is reviewing three zoning amendments for various acreage tracts. The committee will also consider a resolution regarding the Little Blue River Watershed Feasibility Study.

• Rezoning 5.40± acre tract from GB to GB-p
• Rezoning 4.24± acre tract from AG to RE
• Rezoning 5.00± acre tract from AG to RR
• Little Blue River Watershed Feasibility Study agreement ($244,444.00 total cost)

The Land Use Committee held three rezoning ordinances (5676, 5677, 5678) by voice vote, meaning no action was taken to approve or deny them. The committee recommended do pass Resolution 21070, authorizing the County Executive to sign a supplemental agreement with Mid-America Regional Council for the second phase of the Little Blue River Watershed Feasibility Study, at a total county cost of $244,444.00.

• Held Ordinance 5676 (rezoning 5.40 acres from GB to GB-p) by voice vote
• Held Ordinance 5677 (rezoning 4.24 acres from AG to RE) by voice vote
• Held Ordinance 5678 (rezoning 5.00 acres from AG to RR) by voice vote
• Recommended do pass Resolution 21070 (Little Blue River Watershed Study, $244,444 county cost)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing ordinances for special obligation bonds and a bridge construction contract. The committee is also considering service agreements for the 2022 Christmas in the Park event.

• Bond issuance for Justice with Dignity Project Series 2022A
• $613,790.00 contract for South Miller Road Bridge construction
• Service agreements for Christmas in the Park up to $41,000.00

The Finance and Audit Committee held Ordinance 5667, which would authorize special obligation bonds for the Justice with Dignity Project, and recommended passage of Ordinance 5682, appropriating $613,790 for a new bridge on South Miller Road. It also recommended approval of Resolution 21073, authorizing up to $41,000 for the 2022 Christmas in the Park event.

• Held Ordinance 5667 (special obligation bonds for Justice with Dignity Project) by voice vote
• Recommended for perfection Ordinance 5682 ($613,790 for South Miller Road Bridge contract with Radmacher Brothers Excavating) by voice vote
• Recommended do pass Resolution 21073 (up to $41,000 for 2022 Christmas in the Park agreements) by voice vote

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will consider a resolution to transfer $36,796.00 within the 2022 Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund for software maintenance services. The Acting Medical Examiner also requested the adoption of Resolution #21068.

• $36,796.00 contract for COMBAT website software maintenance with CivicPlus
• Request for adoption of Resolution #21068 regarding supply and demand issues

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions, including funding for bridge construction and administration building remodeling. Some items, such as an easement for Beazer East, Inc., have already been perfected. Proposed zoning changes and software contracts are also on the agenda.

• $613,790 contract for South Miller Road Bridge construction with Radmacher Brothers Excavating Company
• Appropriations for technology and HVAC repairs in the new Administration Building
• Rezoning of a 5.40-acre tract from General Business to General Business-Planned
• $36,796 software maintenance contract for the COMBAT website
• $41,000 in agreements for the 2022 Christmas in the Park event

Health & Environment Committee

The committee is reviewing a resolution to authorize the County Executive to execute a Program Agreement with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. This agreement covers childcare sanitation inspections, with costs reimbursed to the County.

• Resolution 21066 regarding childcare sanitation inspections

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee is reviewing three ordinances to amend zoning districts within the Unified Development Code. These items involve changing the zoning classifications for specific tracts of land from General Business and Agricultural districts.

• Rezoning 5.40± acre tract from District GB to District GB-p (Ordinance 5676)
• Rezoning 4.24± acre tract from District AG to District RE (Ordinance 5677)
• Rezoning 5.00± acre tract from District AG to District RR (Ordinance 5678)

The Land Use Committee held three rezoning ordinances (5676, 5677, 5678) by voice vote, meaning no final decision was made on any of them. Each ordinance was held on motions by Dan Tarwater III, seconded by Jalen Anderson. No substantive decisions were reached.

• Held Ordinance 5676 (rezoning 5.40 acres from GB to GB-p) by voice vote
• Held Ordinance 5677 (rezoning 4.24 acres from AG to RE) by voice vote
• Held Ordinance 5678 (rezoning 5.00 acres from AG to RR) by voice vote

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing an ordinance regarding bond issuance. The measure authorizes special obligation bonds, Series 2022A, for the Justice with Dignity Project.

• Ordinance authorizing special obligation bonds (Justice with Dignity Project) Series 2022A

The Finance and Audit Committee voted to hold Ordinance #5667, which authorizes special obligation bonds for the Justice with Dignity Project. The motion to hold was made by Ronald E. Finley, seconded by Dan Tarwater III, and passed by voice vote. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Held Ordinance #5667 authorizing special obligation bonds for Justice with Dignity Project (voice vote)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The committee is considering a resolution to authorize a cooperative agreement with the Fort Osage School District. The agreement would provide one deputy to serve as a School Resource Officer at Fort Osage High School for a fee of $95,415.48.

• Cooperative Agreement with Fort Osage School District for a School Resource Officer ($95,415.48)

The committee voted to recommend passage of a resolution authorizing a cooperative agreement with the Fort Osage School District for one deputy to serve as a school resource officer at Fort Osage High School. The district will pay the county $95,415.48 for the service.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21056 for school resource officer agreement with Fort Osage School District (voice vote)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is reviewing two ordinances regarding fund appropriations. These items involve a permanent access easement for Beazer East, Inc. and a supplemental agreement for an engineering contract related to Federal Project BRO-B048(59).

• $11,302 appropriation from the 2022 Park Fund for a Beazer East, Inc. easement
• $16,500 supplement to an Anderson Engineering, Inc. contract for Federal Project BRO-B048(59)

The Budget Committee met and recommended two ordinances for perfection by voice vote. Ordinance 5672 appropriates $11,302 from the Park Fund for an easement with Beazer East, Inc. Ordinance 5673 appropriates $16,500 from the Grant Fund for a supplemental engineering contract with Anderson Engineering for the Stoenner Road Bridge project.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance 5672: $11,302 appropriation for easement on Rock Island Rail Corridor (voice vote)
• Recommended for perfection Ordinance 5673: $16,500 supplemental contract with Anderson Engineering for Stoenner Road Bridge (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is reviewing progress on the new Jackson County Detention Center. The agenda includes final passage of ordinances for property policy changes and demolition funding. Members are also considering several contracts for employee benefits and school security.

• Final passage of $253,570 for detention center demolition and water service
• Ordinance authorizing special obligation bonds for the Justice with Dignity Project
• Resolution for a School Resource Officer at Fort Osage High School for $95,415.48
• Rezoning of agricultural land to residential estates and ranchette
• Final passage of $35,000 for indigent cremation and burials

The Jackson County Legislature adopted Resolution #21061, making repeal of Missouri's abortion ban (without exceptions for rape or incest) a high priority for the county's 2023 state legislative package. The vote was 5-3-1. The Legislature also approved numerous consent agenda items, including funding for the detention center project, park easements, and employee insurance contracts, and held a closed session to discuss contract negotiations for the detention center.

• Adopted Resolution #21061 making repeal of Missouri's abortion ban a high priority for 2023 legislative package (5-3-1)
• Approved Consent Agenda including ordinances and resolutions on park easements, bridge engineering, surplus property policy, indigent cremation funding, detention center demolition, school resource officer contract, software maintenance, park furnishings, and employee health insurance (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #5674 accepting $80,000 grant from Missouri Division of Youth Services for Family Court (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #5675 accepting $66,589 grant for narcotics task force (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #5679 appropriating $12,700 for tree resource improvement program (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21063 awarding cafeteria plan administration contract to ASI Flex (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21068 transferring $28,600 for Medical Examiner's office lab supplies (7-0-2)
• Adopted Resolution #21069 authorizing closed session for contract negotiations (8-0-1)

Health & Environment Committee

The Health & Environment Committee is considering a resolution to prioritize the repeal of section 188.017 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri in its 2023 legislative package. The committee is also reviewing a contract for countywide employee group health insurance with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City.

• Resolution to prioritize repealing section 188.017 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri
• Contract award to Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City for employee group health insurance

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee will review an ordinance regarding the issuance of special obligation bonds. The committee will also consider contracts for assessor software maintenance and park site furnishings.

• Ordinance for Justice with Dignity Project Series 2022A bonds
• $101,603.00 contract for Mobile Assessor software training and maintenance
• Contracts for park site furnishings from Fry & Associates and R.J. Thomas Manufacturing

The Finance & Audit Committee held Ordinance #5667, which would authorize bonds for the Justice with Dignity Project, by voice vote. It recommended do pass Resolution #21057, a $101,603 sole-source contract with Data Cloud Solutions for assessment software, and Resolution #21058, term contracts for park furnishings with Fry & Associates and R.J. Thomas Manufacturing. All votes were voice votes with no recorded dissent.

• Held Ordinance #5667 (Justice with Dignity bond authorization) by voice vote
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21057: $101,603 sole-source contract with Data Cloud Solutions for assessment software
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21058: term contracts for park furnishings with Fry & Associates and R.J. Thomas Manufacturing

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is reviewing ordinances for detention center infrastructure and indigent burial funds. The agenda also includes proposed contracts for police equipment, public works vehicles, and school resource officers.

• Ordinance 5670: $253,570.00 for demolition and water service at the detention center project
• Ordinance 5669: $35,000.00 to cover indigent cremation and burial costs
• Resolution 21048: Contract for five police sedans totaling $145,755.00
• Resolution 21056: Agreement for a School Resource Officer at Fort Osage High School
• Ordinance 5667: Issuance of special obligation bonds for the Justice with Dignity Project

The Legislature adopted Ordinance #5671, repealing and replacing section 720 of the County Code to clarify pre-employment drug testing practices, explicitly excluding marijuana from disqualifying substances for most applicants. The vote was 8-1, with Ronald E. Finley dissenting. The Legislature also approved a consent agenda including multiple contracts and appropriations, and adopted resolutions extending federal grants and awarding a police sedan contract.

• Adopted Ordinance #5671 updating hiring practices to exclude marijuana from pre-employment disqualification (8-1)
• Adopted Resolution #21048 awarding $145,755 contract for five police sedans to Landmark Dodge (7-2)
• Adopted Resolution #21059 extending 2019 Justice Assistance grant at no cost (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21060 extending Special Assistant US Attorney program grant at no cost (9-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including surplus property ordinance, health fund appropriation, and multiple contracts
• Introduced Ordinances #5672 and #5673 for park easement and engineering contract, assigned to Budget Committee
• Introduced Resolution #21056 for Fort Osage School District SRO agreement, assigned to Justice Committee
• Introduced Resolution #21061 to prioritize repeal of Missouri abortion ban in legislative package

Budget Committee

The Jackson County Budget Committee is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions regarding fund transfers and contracts. These items include allocations for the detention center project and indigent burial services. The committee will also hold a public hearing on two specific ordinances.

• $253,570 appropriation for detention center demolition and water service
• $35,000 allocation from the Health Fund for indigent cremation and burials
• $13,560 contract for law enforcement video equipment for Parks + Rec
• $18,000 contract for night vision equipment for the Sheriff’s Office
• Contracts for county-wide computer hardware and pest management services

The Jackson County Budget Committee met and recommended several ordinances and resolutions for approval. They recommended appropriating $35,000 for indigent cremations and burials, and $253,570 for demolition and water service at the detention center project. They also recommended contracts for law enforcement video and night vision equipment, computers, and pest management services. All recommendations passed by voice vote.

• Recommended Ordinance #5669: $35,000 for indigent cremation and burials (voice vote)
• Recommended Ordinance #5670: $253,570 for detention center demolition and water service (voice vote)
• Recommended Resolution #21041: $23,621 for law enforcement video equipment from Motorola Solutions (voice vote)
• Recommended Resolution #21051: $18,000 for night vision equipment from Steele Industries (voice vote)
• Recommended Resolution #21054: pest management contract with Smithereen Pest Management (voice vote)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is reviewing a resolution to award a contract for a new service truck. The proposed contract with Viking-Cives Midwest of Morley, MO, would be made under an existing Sourcewell government contract.

• $100,462.00 contract for a Public Works Department service truck

The Public Works Committee voted to recommend passage of a resolution awarding a contract for a service truck to Viking-Cives Midwest of Morley, MO, at a cost of $100,462.00. The motion passed by voice vote.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21053 awarding service truck contract to Viking-Cives Midwest for $100,462 (voice vote)

Health & Environment Committee

The Health and Environment Committee is reviewing a resolution for mortuary services. The proposed twelve-month contract would serve the Medical Examiner’s and Public Administrator’s Offices.

• Contract award to Muehlebach Mortuary, Inc. for mortuary services
• Twelve-month term with one option to extend
• Services for the Medical Examiner’s and Public Administrator’s Offices

The committee voted to recommend passage of a resolution awarding a twelve-month term and supply contract with a one-year option to Muehlebach Mortuary, Inc. for mortuary services for the Medical Examiner’s and Public Administrator’s Offices. The motion passed by voice vote with all four members present.

• Recommended passage of Resolution #21050 for mortuary services contract to Muehlebach Mortuary, Inc. (voice vote, 4-0)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice & Law Enforcement Committee will review an ordinance regarding County associates not within the Merit System. The committee will also consider a resolution to purchase five police sedans for the Sheriff’s Office.

• Contract for five police sedans at $145,755.00
• Ordinance regarding County associates not within the Merit System

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee voted to recommend approval of Resolution #21048, which awards a contract to Landmark Dodge of Independence, MO for five police sedans for the Sheriff's Office. The cost to the county is $145,755.00 under a state cooperative contract. The motion passed by voice vote.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21048 for five police sedans at $145,755 (voice vote)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is considering ordinances regarding special obligation bonds and updates to surplus property policies. The agenda also includes resolutions for legal service agreements, event sponsorship at Longview Lake, and a fund transfer for Department of Corrections supplies.

• Issuance of Justice with Dignity Project Series 2022A bonds
• Updates to Jackson County Code regarding surplus property sales
• Legal services agreements not to exceed $125,300.00
• $24,500.00 event sponsorship at Longview Lake with Audacy-Kansas City, LLC
• $65,000.00 fund transfer for Department of Corrections COVID-19 supplies

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions regarding county services, funding, and equipment. Items include bond issuances for justice projects, vehicle insurance updates, and various service contracts. The meeting also includes introductions of new proposals for law enforcement equipment and public health funds.

• Ordinance authorizing special obligation bonds for the Justice with Dignity Project
• $350,000 transfer from ARPA funds for COVID-19 testing in the county and jail
• $253,570 appropriation for demolition and water service at the detention center project
• $145,755 contract for five police sedans for the Sheriff’s Office
• $45,000 increase to vehicle liability insurance contract with Missouri Public Entity Risk Management Fund

The Legislature voted 5-3 to defeat Ordinance #5658, which would have created a new Undersheriff position in the Sheriff's Office. The vote followed debate over whether the job description duplicated the existing Major role. The Legislature also approved a consent agenda including a $350,000 COVID-19 testing resolution and several contracts.

• Defeated Ordinance #5658 creating Undersheriff position (5-3)
• Approved Resolution #21042: $350,000 for COVID-19 testing for unvaccinated county associates and inmates
• Approved Resolution #21040: $13,560 contract for law enforcement video equipment for Parks + Rec
• Approved Resolution #21043: $35,225 contract for Sheriff's Office SUV
• Approved Ordinance #5659: $45,000 for vehicle liability insurance
• Introduced ordinances on surplus property policy, indigent cremation funding, and detention center project
• Introduced resolutions for police sedans, mortuary services, and computer contracts

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is reviewing a resolution to transfer $13,560.00 within the 2022 Park Fund. The item proposes awarding a contract to Motorola Solutions for law enforcement video equipment for use by the Parks + Rec Department.

• Contract award to Motorola Solutions for law enforcement video equipment ($13,560.00)
• Transfer of $13,560.00 within the 2022 Park Fund

The Budget Committee voted to recommend passage of Resolution #21041, which transfers $13,560 within the 2022 Park Fund and awards a contract to Motorola Solutions for law enforcement video equipment for the Parks + Rec Department. The motion passed by voice vote.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21041: $13,560 contract for law enforcement video equipment to Motorola Solutions (voice vote)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The committee is reviewing a resolution to award a contract for a new vehicle. The purchase would provide a full-size SUV for use by the Sheriff’s Office through an existing state contract.

• Contract for a full-size SUV for the Sheriff's Office at a cost of $35,225.00

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee voted to recommend approval of a resolution awarding a contract for a full-size SUV for the Sheriff's Office. The vehicle will be purchased from Joe Machens Ford/Lincoln of Columbia, MO, using an existing state contract, at a cost of $35,225.00. The motion passed by voice vote with two members present and one absent.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21043 for Sheriff's Office SUV purchase ($35,225) (voice vote, 2-0)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee will review an ordinance regarding special obligation bonds. The committee is also considering a plumbing services contract and a fund transfer for COVID-19 testing.

• Issuance of special obligation bonds (Justice with Dignity Project) Series 2022A
• Plumbing services contract award to Rand Construction of Kansas City, MO
• $450,000.00 transfer from American Rescue Plan Fund for COVID-19 testing

The Finance and Audit Committee voted to hold Ordinance 5667, which would authorize special obligation bonds for the Justice with Dignity Project (jail construction), meaning no action was taken to advance it. The committee recommended approval of a one-year plumbing services contract with Rand Construction and a $350,000 transfer from the American Rescue Plan Fund for COVID-19 testing of county and court employees and inmates.

• Held Ordinance 5667 authorizing special obligation bonds for the Justice with Dignity Project (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution 21040 awarding a 12-month plumbing services contract to Rand Construction (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution 21042 transferring $350,000 from the 2022 American Rescue Plan Fund for COVID-19 testing (voice vote)

County Legislature

The legislature is reviewing ordinances to set various county tax levies and update insurance contracts. The agenda also includes proposals for a ten-year software contract and funding for emergency rental assistance. Additionally, the body will consider budget transfers for law enforcement equipment and COVID-19 testing.

• A 10-year, $13,848,355.52 software contract with Precision Task Group
• Public hearings on several tax levies, including the Community Mental Health Fund
• An agreement for emergency rental assistance not to exceed $354,807
• A $450,000 transfer from the American Rescue Plan Fund for COVID-19 testing
• Legal settlements totaling $405,000 for Linda Hengel and Charlotte Hardin

The Legislature adopted a new salary schedule for sheriff's deputies and sergeants for 2022-25, with a 10% increase for most positions and 4% for Deputy I and II, effective October 1. The Legislature also adopted four tax levies for 2022, including a slight increase in the county levy that adds $1.82 to a $100,000 home. A 10-year, $13.8 million software contract with Precision Task Group was approved. Two lawsuit settlements were approved: $150,000 for Linda Hengel and $255,000 for Charlotte Hardin.

• Adopted Ordinance 5666: new salary ranges for sheriff's deputies and sergeants (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 5662: 2022 merchants' and manufacturers' inventory replacement tax levy (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 5663: 2022 Jackson County tax levy, increasing rate to .5920 (8-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 5664: 2022 Board of Services for the Developmentally Disabled levy at .0836 (8-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 5665: 2022 Community Mental Health Fund levy at .1113 (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21036: 10-year $13.8M software contract with Precision Task Group (8-1)
• Adopted Resolution 21045: $150,000 settlement for Linda Hengel lawsuit (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21046: $255,000 settlement for Charlotte Hardin lawsuit (8-0-1)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will hold a public hearing regarding Ordinances 5659 and 5661. The committee is also reviewing resolutions for fund transfers within the General Fund. These items involve vehicle insurance, rental assistance, and law enforcement equipment.

• Ordinance 5659: $45,000 increase for vehicle liability insurance contract
• Ordinance 5661: Emergency rental assistance funding up to $354,807
• Resolution 21034: $39,375 contract with Motorola Solutions for video equipment
• Resolution 21035: $89,520 transfer to cover Circuit Court budget shortfalls

The Budget Committee considered three items: an ordinance appropriating $45,000 for vehicle liability insurance, a resolution awarding a $39,375 contract for law enforcement video equipment to Motorola Solutions, and a resolution transferring $89,520 to cover circuit court budget shortfalls. All items were in committee; no final votes were recorded.

• Ordinance 5659: $45,000 appropriation for vehicle liability insurance from Self-Insurance Fund (in committee, no vote recorded)
• Ordinance 5661: $354,807 partial rescission and amendment of rental assistance agreement with Community Services League (in committee, no vote recorded)
• Resolution 21034: $39,375 contract to Motorola Solutions for sheriff's video equipment (in committee, no vote recorded)
• Resolution 21035: $89,520 transfer to cover circuit court budget shortfall (in committee, no vote recorded)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The committee is reviewing an ordinance to repeal and replace Schedule I of Chapter 2 in the Jackson County Code. This change relates to County associates who are not part of the Merit System.

• Ordinance to repeal and replace Schedule I of Chapter 2 regarding County associates not within the Merit System

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee met on September 19, 2022, with all three members present. The only substantive action was a motion to recommend Ordinance #5658 for perfection, which passed by voice vote.

• Recommended Ordinance #5658 for perfection (voice vote, all present)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance and Audit Committee is reviewing a resolution to award a ten-year contract for cloud-based software services. This solution would be used by the Departments of Finance and Purchasing, Human Resources, and the Jackson County Circuit Court.

• Ten-year contract with Precision Task Group for $13,848,355.52 total cost
• Software implementation for Finance, Purchasing, Human Resources, and the Circuit Court

The Finance and Audit Committee voted to recommend passage of a resolution awarding a 10-year, $13.8 million contract to Precision Task Group for a cloud-based enterprise resource planning system. The contract covers software for the Finance, Purchasing, and Human Resources departments and the Circuit Court, using a pre-negotiated state of Texas contract. The vote was 4-0 by voice vote.

• Recommended passage of Resolution #21036, awarding a 10-year, $13,848,355.52 contract to Precision Task Group for a cloud-based ERP solution (voice vote, 4-0).

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will consider a resolution to transfer funds within the 2022 County Improvement Fund. This transfer is intended to provide for architectural services related to remodeling the new Jackson County Administration Building.

• Resolution transferring $792,935.00 for architectural services for the new Jackson County Administration Building remodel

The Budget Committee voted to recommend passage of a resolution transferring $792,935 within the 2022 County Improvement Fund for architectural services related to remodeling the new Jackson County Administration Building. The work will be provided by an existing county term and supply vendor. The motion passed by voice vote with all four members present in favor.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21032 transferring $792,935 for architectural services for the new Administration Building remodel (voice vote, all present in favor)

County Legislature

The Legislature is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions regarding fund transfers and grants. This includes budget adjustments for the Circuit Court and new software contracts. The meeting also covers setting various 2022 tax levies.

• 10-year, $13.8 million contract for cloud-based software for county departments
• Transfer of $792,935 for architectural services to remodel the Administration Building
• Appropriation of $195,558 for the Juvenile Court Diversion Program grant
• Contract for $39,375 for law enforcement video equipment from Motorola Solutions
• Setting 2022 tax levies for merchants, manufacturers, and mental health funds

The Jackson County Legislature approved two grant-funded ordinances: $50,000 for a Family Drug Court Program and $195,558 for a Juvenile Court Diversion Program. They also adopted a resolution transferring $792,935 for remodeling the new Administration Building and authorized a closed meeting. No final passage of ordinances occurred.

• Adopted Ordinance 5657: $50,000 Family Drug Court Program grant (7-0, 2 absent)
• Adopted Ordinance 5660: $195,558 Juvenile Court Diversion Program grant (7-0, 2 absent)
• Adopted Resolution 21032: $792,935 transfer for Administration Building remodeling (7-0, 2 absent)
• Adopted Resolution 21037: Authorized closed meeting (7-0, 2 absent)
• Adopted Resolution 21038: Recognized Mary Ann Mirabella (7-0, 2 absent)
• Perfected Ordinance 5657 and 5660 for adoption
• Assigned new ordinances 5658-5665 to committees
• Assigned resolutions 21034-21036 to committees

Finance & Audit Committee

The committee is reviewing an ordinance to appropriate $50,000 from the 2022 Grant Fund balance. This appropriation accepts a grant from the State of Missouri Drug Courts Coordinating Commission for use by the Family Court Division.

• Appropriation of $50,000.00 for the Family Drug Court Program Grant

The Finance and Audit Committee voted to recommend for perfection Ordinance #5657, which appropriates $50,000 from the 2022 Grant Fund to accept a State of Missouri Drug Courts Coordinating Commission Family Drug Court Program Grant for the Family Court Division. The motion passed by voice vote with three members present and two absent.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5657, appropriating $50,000 for Family Drug Court Program Grant (voice vote, 3-0)

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature will consider an advisory referendum question for the November 8, 2022, election regarding the repeal of a state abortion ban. The agenda also includes ordinances to appropriate funds for wellness programs, court grants, and gasoline costs for public works. Additionally, the body will review contracts for park turf and law enforcement vehicles.

• Advisory referendum on repealing the state abortion ban
• Contract up to $1,447,535.00 for synthetic turf in Parks + Rec
• $493,081.00 appropriation for Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force grant
• $77,412.00 purchase of two SUVs for the Drug Task Force
• $166,400.00 transfer in Special Road & Bridge Fund for gasoline costs

The Legislature voted down a proposed advisory referendum asking Jackson County voters whether Missouri's abortion ban should be repealed. The measure failed 4-1 with two abstentions and two absent. The Legislature also adopted several ordinances and resolutions, including funding for wellness programs, a drug task force grant, and a synthetic turf contract.

• Defeated advisory referendum on Missouri abortion ban (4-1, 2 abstentions)
• Adopted $21,000 for Associate Wellness Reimbursement Program (7-0)
• Adopted $493,081 for Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force grant (7-0)
• Adopted $19,000 for Family Court Division grant (7-0)
• Adopted $166,400 for increased gasoline costs in Road & Bridge Fund (7-0)
• Adopted $1,447,535 synthetic infield turf contract for Parks + Rec (7-0)
• Adopted $77,412 for two SUVs for Drug Task Force (7-0)
• Adopted $792,935 for remodeling County Administration Building (7-0)

Anti-Crime Committee

The Anti-Crime Committee is considering a resolution to award a contract to Olathe Ford. This contract would provide two full-size SUVs for use by the Jackson County Drug Task Force at a cost of $77,412.00.

• Contract award to Olathe Ford for two full-size SUVs costing $77,412.00

The Anti-Crime Committee voted to recommend passage of a resolution awarding a contract for two full-size SUVs for the Jackson County Drug Task Force at a cost of $77,412.00. The vote was a voice vote, with all four present members in favor. The item now moves to the full County Legislature for final action.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21029: $77,412 contract for two SUVs for Drug Task Force (voice vote, 4-0)

Health & Environment Committee

The Health & Environment Committee is considering a resolution to extend a contract with Axis Forensic Toxicology. This six-month extension would continue providing forensic toxicology services for the Medical Examiner’s Office.

• Six-month contract extension with Axis Forensic Toxicology for medical examiner services

The Health and Environment Committee voted to recommend passage of a resolution extending the contract with Axis Forensic Toxicology for forensic toxicology services for the Medical Examiner's Office by six months. The motion passed by voice vote.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21031: six-month extension of contract with Axis Forensic Toxicology for forensic toxicology services (voice vote)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is holding public hearings for Ordinances #5652 and #5655. The committee is also reviewing a resolution regarding architectural services for the new Administration Building remodeling.

• Ordinance 5652: $21,000.00 appropriation for wellness expenses and reimbursement program
• Ordinance 5655: $166,400.00 appropriation for Public Works gasoline costs
• Resolution 21032: $792,935.00 transfer for architectural services for the new Administration Building remodeling

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing ordinances and resolutions regarding fund appropriations and service contracts. This includes grant acceptances for the Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force and Family Court Division, as well as new contracts for locksmith services and park turf installation.

• $493,081.00 appropriation from the Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund for a drug task force grant
• $19,000.00 appropriation from the Grant Fund for the Family Court Division
• Contract not to exceed $1,447,535.00 for synthetic infield turf installation
• Twelve-month locksmith service contracts for several county departments

The Finance and Audit Committee recommended approval of four items: a $1.45 million synthetic turf contract for Parks + Rec, a $493,081 anti-crime grant for the drug task force, a $19,000 grant for family court, and two lock service contracts. All motions passed by voice vote with three members present and one absent.

• Recommended Ordinance #5653: transfer $160,000 and appropriate $493,081 from Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund for Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (voice vote)
• Recommended Ordinance #5654: appropriate $19,000 from Grant Fund for State of Missouri family court grant (voice vote)
• Recommended Resolution #21027: award $1,447,535 synthetic turf contract to Mid-America Golf & Landscape (voice vote)
• Recommended Resolution #21028: award 12-month locksmith contracts to Greg's Lock and Key and Kenton Brothers (voice vote)

County Legislature

The legislature is reviewing several zoning changes and budget appropriations for county departments. This includes introducing an advisory referendum regarding Missouri abortion laws for the November 2022 election. Also discussed are various grants and service contracts.

• Advisory referendum on repealing Missouri abortion laws at the November 8, 2022, election
• Contract for synthetic infield turf for Parks + Rec up to $1,447,535.00
• Rezoning of multiple tracts ranging from 1.00 to 60.00 acres
• $166,400.00 appropriation for Public Works Department gasoline costs
• Contract for two full-size SUVs for the Drug Task Force for $77,412.00

The Jackson County Legislature adopted eight zoning ordinances rezoning agricultural tracts for residential and industrial use, and approved a conditional use permit for earthwork and mining reclamation. A conditional use permit for a wedding and event facility was unanimously denied. The legislature also accepted a Victims of Crime Act grant and recognized Gwendolyn Grant with a resolution.

• Adopted Ordinance #5640 rezoning 12.58 acres from AG to RE for 'Old Major Estates' subdivision (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #5641 rezoning 5 acres from AG to RR (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #5642 rezoning 10 acres from AG to RR (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #5643 rezoning 1 acre from AG to RS (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #5644 rezoning 4 acres from AG to RE (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #5645 rezoning 5 acres from AG to RR (8-0)
• Denied Ordinance #5646 for a conditional use permit for a wedding/event facility on 20 acres (0-8)
• Adopted Ordinance #5647 granting a 15-year conditional use permit for earthwork/mining reclamation on 89.44 acres (8-0)

Budget Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing for Ordinance #5649 regarding gasoline costs. Members are also reviewing Ordinance #5651 to fund the Victims of Crime Act Grant.

• Public hearing for Ordinance #5649
• $15,900 appropriation from Health Fund for gasoline costs
• $138,689 appropriation from Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund for Victim Services Program
• Transfers within the 2022 General Fund and Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund

The Budget Committee recommended two ordinances for perfection: one appropriating $15,900 from the Health Fund for gasoline costs across three offices, and another transferring and appropriating $184,844 from the Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund and General Fund for a Victims of Crime Act Grant for the Prosecuting Attorney's Victim Services Program. Both passed by voice vote.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5649 appropriating $15,900 for gasoline costs (voice vote)
• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5651 transferring $46,155 within Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund and $138,689 within General Fund, and appropriating $138,689 from Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund for Victims of Crime Act Grant (voice vote)

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee is reviewing several ordinances to rezone agricultural land for residential and industrial uses. The committee is also considering conditional use permits for a wedding facility and mining reclamation operations.

• Rezoning 12.58± acre tract to Residential Estates and approving “Old Major Estates” plat
• Rezoning 60.00± acre tract from Two-Family to Heavy Industrial
• Conditional use permit for a wedding and event facility on 20.00± acre tract
• Conditional use permit for earthwork and mining reclamation on 89.44± acre tract
• Rezoning multiple agricultural tracts to residential districts (RR, RS, RE)

The Land Use Committee voted to recommend for perfection seven ordinances rezoning agricultural tracts to residential or industrial uses, including the 60-acre B-r to HI rezoning for heavy industrial. It also recommended denial of a conditional use permit for a wedding and event facility on a 20-acre agricultural tract. All votes were voice votes with no recorded tallies.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance 5640: rezoning 12.58 acres from AG to RE for 'Old Major Estates' subdivision (voice vote)
• Recommended for perfection Ordinance 5641: rezoning 5 acres from AG to RR (voice vote)
• Recommended for perfection Ordinance 5642: rezoning 10 acres from AG to RR (voice vote)
• Recommended for perfection Ordinance 5643: rezoning 1 acre from AG to RS (voice vote)
• Recommended for perfection Ordinance 5644: rezoning 4 acres from AG to RE (voice vote)
• Recommended for perfection Ordinance 5645: rezoning 5 acres from AG to RR (voice vote)
• Recommended for perfection Ordinance 5648: rezoning 60 acres from B-r to HI (voice vote)
• Recommended do not perfect Ordinance 5646: conditional use permit for wedding/event facility on 20 acres (voice vote)

County Legislature

The legislature is reviewing proposed ordinances for various land rezoning requests and conditional use permits. They are also considering budget transfers for court technology, gasoline costs, and victim services. Additionally, a contract for health department building renovations is under review.

• Contract award to Universal Construction Co., Inc. for Health Department Building Renovations up to $3,611,441.00
• Rezoning of a 12.58± acre tract for the "Old Major Estates" residential subdivision
• Transfer of $53,551.00 for Jackson County Circuit Court VOIP phone connections
• Conditional use permit for a wedding and event facility on a 20.00± acre tract
• Appropriation of funds to the Victim Services Program via the Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund

The Legislature approved a $3.6 million contract for the Health Department Building Renovations Project and a $53,551 transfer for VOIP phone connections for Circuit Court. Several zoning changes and conditional use permits were introduced and assigned to committees. A resolution honoring a retiring nonprofit director was adopted.

• Approved $3,611,441 contract for Health Department Building Renovations to Universal Construction Co., Inc. (9-0)
• Approved $53,551 transfer for VOIP phone connections for Circuit Court (9-0)
• Adopted resolution congratulating Marilu Herrick on retirement (8-0, 1 absent)
• Adopted $4,000 grant appropriation for Family Court Division (9-0)
• Introduced 9 zoning/conditional use ordinances, assigned to Land Use Committee
• Introduced $15,900 health fund appropriation for gasoline costs, assigned to Budget Committee
• Introduced $184,844 transfer/appropriation for Victims of Crime Act Grant, assigned to Budget Committee

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is reviewing a resolution to award a contract for the Health Department Building Renovations Project. The proposed contract with Universal Construction Co., Inc. would not exceed $3,611,441.00.

• Contract award for Health Department Building Renovations Project (No. 3267) up to $3,611,441.00

The Public Works Committee recommended approval of Resolution #21025, awarding a contract for the Health Department Building Renovations Project to Universal Construction Co., Inc. at a cost not to exceed $3,611,441.00. The motion passed by voice vote.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21025 awarding $3,611,441 contract to Universal Construction Co., Inc. (voice vote)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is reviewing a resolution to transfer funds within the 2022 General Fund. This transfer would cover the costs of necessary VOIP phone connections for use by the Jackson County Circuit Court.

• Resolution to transfer $53,551.00 for Circuit Court VOIP phone connections

The Jackson County Budget Committee recommended approval of Resolution #21024, which transfers $53,551.00 within the 2022 General Fund to pay for VOIP phone connections for the Jackson County Circuit Court. The motion to recommend do pass was made by Theresa Cass Galvin, seconded by Jeanie Lauer, and passed by voice vote. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21024 transferring $53,551.00 for VOIP phone connections for Circuit Court (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Legislature will receive an update on the new Jackson County Detention Center and review several resolutions. These include contracts for road maintenance, equipment purchases, and building renovations.

• Contract for Health Department Building Renovations up to $3,611,441.00
• Purchase of a dump truck for Public Works for $167,269.00
• Pavement marking contract for $88,804.00
• Update on the new Jackson County Detention Center
• Road pavement maintenance agreement with Mid-America Regional Council at no cost to the County

The Jackson County Legislature approved three consent agenda resolutions: a $167,269 dump truck purchase, a regional pavement maintenance agreement with MARC, and an $88,804 pavement marking contract. They also adopted resolutions recognizing the Santa-Cali-Gon Days Festival and a retiring care minister. No ordinances were perfected or passed, and no new business was introduced.

• Adopted Resolution 21018 awarding dump truck contract to Viking-Cives Midwest for $167,269 (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21019 authorizing regional pavement maintenance agreement with MARC at no cost to county (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21020 awarding pavement marking contract to Streetwise, Inc. for $88,804 (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21022 recognizing 50th anniversary of Santa-Cali-Gon Days Festival (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21023 congratulating Nancy Nowiszewski on retirement (6-0)
• Assigned Resolution 21024 (VOIP phone connections, $53,551) to Budget Committee
• Assigned Resolution 21025 (Health Department renovations, $3,611,441) to Public Works Committee

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is reviewing resolutions regarding road maintenance in Jackson County. This includes a regional agreement for road mill and overlay in unincorporated areas at no cost to the County. The committee is also considering a contract for pavement marking.

• Regional Preventative Maintenance Program Agreement with Mid-America Regional Council
• $88,804.00 contract to Streetwise, Inc. for the 2022 Pavement Maintenance Project (Phase 4)
• $40,000.00 transfer within the 2022 Special Road & Bridge Fund

The Jackson County Budget Committee met on August 8, 2022, and recommended two resolutions for approval. Resolution #21019 authorizes the County Executive to sign a regional preventative maintenance agreement with the Mid-America Regional Council for road mill and overlay work at no cost to the county. Resolution #21020 transfers $40,000 within the 2022 Special Road & Bridge Fund and awards a contract for the 2022 Pavement Maintenance Project (Phase 4) to Streetwise, Inc. for $88,804. Both motions passed by voice vote.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21019 (regional road maintenance agreement with MARC, no cost to county) — voice vote
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21020 (transfer $40,000 and award $88,804 contract to Streetwise, Inc. for pavement marking) — voice vote

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is reviewing a resolution to award a contract for a new dump truck. The proposed contract with Viking-Cives Midwest of Morley, MO, would cost $167,269.00.

• Contract award for a dump truck costing $167,269.00

The Public Works Committee voted to recommend approval of Resolution #21018, which awards a contract to Viking-Cives Midwest for a dump truck for the Public Works Department at a cost of $167,269. The recommendation passed by voice vote with three members present and one absent.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21018 for dump truck purchase (voice vote, 3 present)

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is reviewing several funding transfers and contracts. This includes a proposed $1,000,000 contract with Harvesters to minimize food insecurity following the COVID-19 pandemic. The body will also finalize ordinances regarding gasoline costs for Parks + Rec and bridge replacement engineering services.

• $1,000,000 contract with Harvesters to address food insecurity
• $307,374 purchase of a training simulator for the Sheriff’s Office from VirTra, Inc.
• $240,000 total appropriation from Park Funds to cover increased gasoline costs for Parks + Rec
• $18,290 for the Haines Road Bridge Replacement Project with Wilson & Company, Inc.
• $167,269 contract for a new dump truck for the Public Works Department

The Jackson County Legislature adopted Ordinance #5636 and five consent agenda items, including a $1,000,000 contract with Harvesters to address food insecurity and a $307,374 training simulator for the Sheriff's Office. It also adopted a resolution honoring fallen North Kansas City Police Officer Daniel Francisco Vasquez. The meeting was largely routine, with no public hearings or new business.

• Adopted Ordinance #5636 appropriating $210,000 (Park Fund) and $30,000 (Park Enterprise Fund) for increased gasoline costs (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21016 authorizing $1,000,000 contract with Harvesters for food insecurity programs (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21014 awarding $307,374 contract to VirTra, Inc. for Sheriff's Office training simulator (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21015 transferring $85,000 for Sheriff's Office gasoline costs (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21012 authorizing $10,000 addendum to Husch Blackwell legal services agreement (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #5638 appropriating $18,290 for Haines Road Bridge engineering services (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21021 honoring Officer Daniel Francisco Vasquez (8-0)
• Introduced resolutions for dump truck purchase, road maintenance agreement, and pavement marking project (assigned to committees)

Health & Environment Committee

The Health and Environment Committee is reviewing a resolution to authorize a contract with Harvesters - The Community Food Network of Kansas City. This contract aims to minimize food insecurity following the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Resolution for a contract with Harvesters - The Community Food Network of Kansas City not to exceed $1,000,000.00

The Health and Environment Committee recommended approval of Resolution 21016, authorizing a contract with Harvesters Community Food Network to address food insecurity related to COVID-19, at a cost not to exceed $1,000,000. The motion passed by voice vote with three members present and one absent.

• Recommended do pass Resolution 21016 for $1M Harvesters food security contract (voice vote)

Budget Committee

The Jackson County Budget Committee is reviewing several fund transfers and appropriations. These items include covering increased gasoline costs for the Parks + Rec Department and the Sheriff’s Office, as well as a contract for a training simulator.

• Appropriation of $262,000 from the 2022 Park Fund and $38,000 from the 2022 Park Enterprise Fund for Parks + Rec gasoline costs
• Contract award to VirTra, Inc. for a Sheriff’s Office training simulator costing $307,374.00
• Transfer of $85,000 within the 2022 General Fund for Sheriff’s Office gasoline costs

The Jackson County Budget Committee recommended three items for approval: Ordinance #5636 appropriating $240,000 for increased Parks + Rec gasoline costs, Resolution #21014 awarding a $307,374 contract to VirTra, Inc. for a Sheriff's Office training simulator, and Resolution #21015 transferring $85,000 for Sheriff's Office gasoline costs. All motions passed by voice vote with three members present and one absent.

• Recommended Ordinance #5636 for perfection, appropriating $210,000 from Park Fund and $30,000 from Park Enterprise Fund for gasoline costs (voice vote)
• Recommended Resolution #21014 do pass, awarding $307,374 contract to VirTra, Inc. for Sheriff's training simulator (voice vote)
• Recommended Resolution #21015 do pass, transferring $85,000 for Sheriff's Office gasoline costs (voice vote)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing a resolution to authorize an addendum to the Legal Services Agreement with Husch Blackwell, LLP. The proposed addendum covers legal services through December 31, 2022, at a cost not to exceed $10,000.00.

• Resolution for Husch Blackwell, LLP legal services addendum (not to exceed $10,000.00)

The Finance and Audit Committee recommended approval of Resolution #21012, authorizing the County Counselor to execute an addendum to the Legal Services Agreement with Husch Blackwell, LLP, at a cost not to exceed $10,000, for services through December 31, 2022. The motion passed by voice vote. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21012 (legal services addendum, Husch Blackwell, $10,000 cap) by voice vote

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed one-fourth of one cent sales tax extension to fund children's services. The meeting also includes discussions on various contracts for infrastructure, public safety equipment, and park maintenance.

• Public hearing for Ordinance #5637 regarding a one-fourth of one cent sales tax extension
• $1,210,968 contract for Lake Jacomo concrete spillway repair
• $307,374 contract for a Sheriff’s Office training simulator
• $300,000 appropriation for Parks + Rec gasoline costs
• Up to $1,000,000 contract with Harvesters for food insecurity services

The Jackson County Legislature voted 9-0 to adopt Ordinance #5637, placing a question on the November 8, 2022 ballot asking voters to extend the countywide sales tax for the Community Children's Services Fund at a rate of one-fourth of one cent. The ordinance eliminates the sunset clause and increases the tax from 1/8 cent to 1/4 cent. The Legislature also approved several contracts and resolutions, including a $1.21 million Lake Jacomo spillway repair and a $484,815 compliance review contract.

• Adopted Ordinance #5637 placing Children's Services Fund sales tax extension on Nov. 8 ballot (9-0)
• Approved $1,210,968 contract for Lake Jacomo concrete spillway repair (Consent Agenda, 9-0)
• Approved $484,815 contract for third-party compliance review services (Consent Agenda, 9-0)
• Approved $71,243 contract for fairway mower (Consent Agenda, 9-0)
• Approved $18,290 supplemental agreement for Haines Road Bridge engineering (Consent Agenda, 9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21013 transferring $67,204 for Drug Task Force body armor (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21017 supporting Greenwood Connector grant applications (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #5639 accepting $1,230 donation from Native Sons and Daughters (9-0)

Budget Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing regarding gasoline cost increases for the Parks + Rec Department. Members will also consider a resolution to award a contract for third-party compliance review services.

• Public hearing on ordinance #5636 to fund Parks + Rec gasoline costs using $262,000 from the 2022 Park Fund and $38,000 from the 2022 Park Enterprise Fund
• Resolution to award a contract to Strategic Workplace Solutions, Inc. for compliance review services not to exceed $484,815

The Jackson County Budget Committee held Ordinance #5636, which would have appropriated $300,000 for increased Parks + Rec gasoline costs, without a vote to pass. The committee recommended do pass Resolution #21008, transferring $484,815 within the County Improvement Fund and awarding a compliance review contract to Strategic Workplace Solutions, Inc.

• Held Ordinance #5636 (park gas funding) by voice vote
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21008 (compliance contract, $484,815) by voice vote

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing several contracts and funding requests. These include repairs to the Lake Jacomo concrete spillway and the Haines Road Bridge Replacement Project. The committee is also considering pump maintenance services and equipment purchases.

• Contract for Lake Jacomo concrete spillway repair not to exceed $1,210,968.00
• $18,290.00 appropriation for the Haines Road Bridge Replacement Project
• Supply contracts for pump maintenance and repair services
• Contract for a fairway mower at $71,243.00

The Finance and Audit Committee recommended approval of four items: a $18,290 supplemental agreement for the Haines Road Bridge project, a $1,210,968 contract for Lake Jacomo spillway repair, a 12-month pump maintenance contract, and a $71,243 fairway mower purchase. All recommendations passed by voice vote and will go to the full legislature.

• Recommended Ordinance #5638: $18,290 supplemental agreement for Haines Road Bridge engineering (voice vote)
• Recommended Resolution #21009: $1,210,968 Lake Jacomo spillway repair contract to Radmacher Brothers Excavating (voice vote)
• Recommended Resolution #21010: 12-month pump maintenance contracts to Letts, VanKirk and Associates and Alliance Pump & Mechanical (voice vote)
• Recommended Resolution #21011: $71,243 fairway mower purchase from Van-Wall Equipment (voice vote)

County Legislature

The legislature is reviewing proposals to extend a one-fourth cent sales tax for child services and to fund gasoline costs for the Parks + Rec Department. The agenda also includes several contracts for infrastructure, such as bridge repairs and lake spillway maintenance. Additionally, a hearing on the 2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report is scheduled.

• Proposed one-fourth cent sales tax extension for Community Children’s Services Fund
• $1,210,968 contract for Lake Jacomo concrete spillway repair
• $149,703 contract for park structure roof replacements
• $18,290 appropriation for the Haines Road Bridge Replacement Project
• Resolution in support of abortion and reproductive rights

The Legislature adopted Resolution #21007 supporting abortion and reproductive rights and opposing the U.S. Supreme Court's Dobbs decision, passing 5-2 with one abstention. The consent agenda was approved, adopting an ordinance on indigent cremations and two contracts for park roof replacements and fire suppression maintenance. Several new ordinances and resolutions were introduced and assigned to committees, including a proposed sales tax renewal for the Children's Services Fund. The meeting also included a presentation on the county's annual financial report, which received an unmodified audit opinion.

• Adopted Resolution #21007 supporting abortion rights, opposing Dobbs (5-2, 1 abstain)
• Adopted Ordinance #5635 revising indigent cremation rules (consent agenda)
• Adopted Resolution #21002 awarding park roof replacement contracts up to $149,703 (consent agenda)
• Adopted Resolution #21003 awarding fire suppression maintenance contract to Johnson Controls (consent agenda)
• Introduced Ordinance #5636 appropriating $300,000 for Parks gasoline costs (assigned to Budget Committee)
• Introduced Ordinance #5637 for Children's Services Fund sales tax renewal, public hearing set for July 25
• Introduced Ordinance #5638 appropriating $18,290 for Haines Road Bridge engineering (assigned to Finance and Audit)
• Introduced Resolutions #21008-#21011 for compliance review, spillway repair, pump maintenance, and fairway mower contracts (assigned to committees)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is considering a resolution to award contracts for replacing roofs on park structures. The work would be performed by Construction Management Services and Blue Chip Roofing for the Parks + Rec Department.

• Roof replacement contracts for park structures
• Contracts with Construction Management Services of Olathe, KS, and Blue Chip Roofing of Kansas City, MO
• Aggregate cost not to exceed $149,703.00
• Invitation to Bid No. 52-22

The Finance and Audit Committee recommended approval of Resolution #21002, which awards contracts for replacing roofs on park structures to Construction Management Services and Blue Chip Roofing, at a cost not to exceed $149,703. The motion passed by voice vote and will go to the full legislature.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21002 for park roof replacement contracts (voice vote)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider a resolution to award a thirty-four month contract for the maintenance and repair of fire suppression systems. The contract is intended for use by the Facilities Management Division of the Public Works Department.

• Resolution to award Johnson Controls of Lenexa, KS, a contract for fire suppression system maintenance

The Public Works Committee recommended approval of Resolution #21003, awarding a 34-month term and supply contract for maintenance and repair of fire suppression systems to Johnson Controls of Lenexa, KS, under Sourcewell Contract No. 030421-JHN. The motion passed by voice vote.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21003 for fire suppression system maintenance contract (voice vote)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is considering a resolution to award a contract for the maintenance and repair of heavy equipment. The proposed agreement is with G.W. Van Keppel of Kansas City, KS, as a sole source purchase.

• Contract award for heavy equipment maintenance and repair to G.W. Van Keppel

The Public Works Committee recommended approval of Resolution #21001, a twelve-month term and supply contract with one twelve-month option to extend for maintenance and repair of heavy equipment for the Public Works Department, awarded to G.W. Van Keppel of Kansas City, KS, as a sole source purchase. The motion to recommend do pass was made by Tony Miller, seconded by Jeanie Lauer, and passed by voice vote.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21001 for heavy equipment maintenance contract with G.W. Van Keppel (voice vote)

Health & Environment Committee

The Health & Environment Committee is reviewing an ordinance related to County indigent cremations. The proposal seeks to repeal five sections of the 1984 Jackson County Code and enact four new sections on the same subject.

• Ordinance 5635: Repeal and replacement of code sections regarding indigent cremations

The Health and Environment Committee voted to recommend Ordinance #5635 for perfection, which repeals and replaces sections of the Jackson County Code related to county indigent cremations. The motion passed by voice vote with three members present; Chairman Crystal Williams was absent. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended Ordinance #5635 for perfection (voice vote, 3-0)

County Legislature

The legislature will review updates on the new Jackson County Detention Center and vote on an ordinance regarding indigent cremations. Proposed items include funding transfers for anti-crime efforts and contracts for park roof replacements.

• Appropriation of $950,000 from the Grant Fund for a Program Agreement with Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission
• Contracts up to $149,703.00 for replacing roofs on park structures
• Transfer of $130,000 in the Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund for Drug Task Force gasoline costs
• $13,000 settlement for a legal claim involving William Stewart, Sr.
• Update on the new Jackson County Detention Center

The Jackson County Legislature approved the consent agenda, including an ordinance transferring funds for a transportation program and a resolution for heavy equipment maintenance. It also adopted resolutions to transfer $130,000 for the Drug Task Force, hold a closed meeting, and settle a lawsuit for $13,000. The meeting included updates on the Detention Center project and discussions about a potential partnership with Kansas City, but no formal action was taken on that matter.

• Approved consent agenda including ordinance #5634 transferring $190,000 and appropriating $950,000 for transportation program (8-0)
• Adopted resolution #21001 awarding heavy equipment maintenance contract to G.W. Van Keppel (8-0)
• Adopted resolution #21004 transferring $130,000 for Drug Task Force gasoline costs (5-2)
• Adopted resolution #21005 authorizing closed meeting with County Counselor (8-0)
• Adopted resolution #21006 settling William Stewart Sr. lawsuit for $13,000 (8-0)
• Introduced resolutions #21002 and #21003 for park roof replacement and fire suppression maintenance contracts

County Legislature

The Legislature will consider transferring $190,000 within the County Improvement Fund and appropriating $950,000 from the 2022 Grant Fund balance. The agenda also includes introducing an ordinance regarding indigent cremations and discussing maintenance contracts.

• Appropriation of $950,000 from the 2022 Grant Fund undesignated fund balance
• Transfer of $190,000 within the 2022 County Improvement Fund
• Supply contracts for golf course chemicals and fertilizers
• Sole source contract for heavy equipment maintenance and repair
• Introduction of an ordinance regarding indigent cremations

The Jackson County Legislature approved a consent agenda that included an ordinance transferring $190,000 within the 2022 County Improvement Fund and appropriating $950,000 from the Grant Fund for a program agreement with the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission, and a resolution awarding golf course chemical and fertilizer contracts to two suppliers. The consent agenda passed 8-0 with one absence. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were introduced and assigned to committees.

• Approved ordinance #5634 transferring $190,000 and appropriating $950,000 for a program agreement with Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission (8-0)
• Approved resolution #21000 awarding golf course chemical and fertilizer contracts to Site One Landscape Supply and Van Diest Supply (8-0)

Finance & Audit Committee

The committee is reviewing an ordinance regarding fund transfers for the 2022 County Improvement and Grant Funds. The agenda also includes a resolution for golf course supply contracts.

• Transfer of $190,000 within the 2022 County Improvement Fund
• Appropriation of $950,000 from the 2022 Grant Fund balance
• Program Agreement with Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission
• Supply contracts for golf course chemicals and fertilizers

The Finance and Audit Committee recommended for perfection Ordinance #5634, which transfers $190,000 within the 2022 County Improvement Fund and appropriates $950,000 from the undesignated fund balance of the 2022 Grant Fund for a Program Agreement with the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission. The committee also recommended do pass Resolution #21000, awarding twelve-month term and supply contracts for golf course chemicals and fertilizers to Site One Landscape Supply and Van Diest Supply. Both recommendations passed by voice vote.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5634 (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21000 (voice vote)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee is reviewing several resolutions regarding service contracts for the Jackson County Sheriff's Office. These items include software maintenance, drone equipment, emergency equipment repair, and surplus liquidation services.

• $80,991 contract for software maintenance with Omnigo Software
• Contract for unmanned aircraft systems and supplies from Cloud City Drones, LLC
• Sole source purchase for emergency equipment repair from 911 Custom
• No-cost surplus liquidation service contract with PropertyRoom.com

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee voted to recommend four resolutions for approval, all related to Sheriff's Office contracts. These include software maintenance, drone equipment, emergency equipment, and auction services. All motions passed by voice vote.

• Recommended Resolution 20991 for software maintenance from Omnigo Software ($80,991)
• Recommended Resolution 20992 for drone equipment from Cloud City Drones
• Recommended Resolution 20993 for emergency equipment from 911 Custom
• Recommended Resolution 20995 for auction services from PropertyRoom.com

Health & Environment Committee

The Health & Environment Committee is reviewing resolutions regarding county contracts. This includes an extension for the development of an arts strategic plan and a contract award for employee insurance consulting services.

• Resolution to extend the ArtsKC cooperative agreement for up to $250,000.00
• Contract award to CBIZ Benefits for employee group health, life, and dental insurance consulting

The Health and Environment Committee recommended approval of two resolutions. Resolution #20994 authorizes an extension to the ArtsKC cooperative agreement for an arts strategic plan, costing up to $250,000. Resolution #20998 awards a 12-month contract to CBIZ Benefits for employee health, life, and dental insurance brokerage services at no cost to the county for 2022. Both recommendations passed by voice vote.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #20994, extending ArtsKC agreement for arts strategic plan (up to $250,000)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #20998, awarding insurance broker contract to CBIZ Benefits (no cost to county)

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is considering multiple rezoning ordinances for residential developments and various county contracts. The agenda includes fund transfers for transportation agreements and software maintenance for the Sheriff’s Office.

• Rezoning 30 acres for the "Fields of Peaceful Ridge" residential subdivision
• Appropriating $950,000 from the Grant Fund for a transportation agreement
• $80,991 software maintenance contract for the Sheriff’s Office
• ArtsKC strategic plan development extension up to $250,000
• $356,500 legal services agreement addendum with Seyferth, Blumenthal & Harris, LLP

The Jackson County Legislature adopted six zoning ordinances (5627-5632) rezoning tracts from agricultural to residential districts, all by 8-0 votes with one absent. It also adopted Resolution 20998 awarding a broker/consulting contract for employee insurance to CBIZ Benefits (5-3), and approved a consent agenda including contracts for Sheriff's Office software, drones, emergency equipment, and legal services.

• Adopted Ordinance 5627 rezoning 30-acre tract to Residential Ranchette and approving 'Fields of Peaceful Ridge' subdivision (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 5628 rezoning 6.15-acre tract to Residential Estates (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 5629 rezoning 3-acre tract to Residential Estates (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 5630 rezoning 3-acre tract to Residential Estates (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 5631 rezoning 1.05-acre tract to Residential Suburban (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 5632 rezoning 7.41-acre tract to Residential Ranchette (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 20998 awarding insurance broker/consulting contract to CBIZ Benefits (5-3)
• Adopted consent agenda with contracts for Sheriff's software ($80,991), drones, emergency equipment, arts plan ($250,000), and legal services ($356,500)

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee is reviewing several ordinances to change zoning districts from Agricultural to various residential designations. This includes the approval of the preliminary plat for the “Fields of Peaceful Ridge” subdivision.

• Rezoning 30.00± acres for the “Fields of Peaceful Ridge” six-lot subdivision
• Rezoning 6.15± acre tract from AG to Residential Estates
• Rezoning two 3.00± acre tracts from AG to Residential Estates
• Rezoning 7.41± acre tract from AG to Residential Ranchette
• Rezoning 1.05± acre tract from AG to Residential Suburban

The Land Use Committee recommended for perfection six ordinances rezoning tracts from Agricultural to residential districts, including a 30-acre parcel for the 'Fields of Peaceful Ridge' subdivision. All motions passed by voice vote with three members present; Dan Tarwater III was absent. The recommendations advance to the full legislature.

• Recommended Ordinance #5627 rezoning 30.00± acres to RR and approving preliminary plat 'Fields of Peaceful Ridge' (voice vote)
• Recommended Ordinance #5628 rezoning 6.15± acres to RE (voice vote)
• Recommended Ordinance #5629 rezoning 3.00± acres to RE (voice vote)
• Recommended Ordinance #5630 rezoning 3.00± acres to RE (voice vote)
• Recommended Ordinance #5631 rezoning 1.05± acres to RS (voice vote)
• Recommended Ordinance #5632 rezoning 7.41± acres to RR (voice vote)

Finance & Audit Committee

The committee is reviewing an ordinance to transfer $190,000 within the 2022 County Improvement Fund and appropriate $950,000 from the 2022 Grant Fund. Additionally, a resolution for legal services through December 31, 2022, is under consideration.

• Transfer of $190,000.00 within the 2022 County Improvement Fund
• Appropriation of $950,000.00 from the 2022 Grant Fund undesignated fund balance
• Program Agreement with the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission
• Legal services addendum with Seyferth, Blumenthal & Harris, LLP up to $356,500.00

The Finance and Audit Committee held Ordinance #5634, which would transfer $190,000 within the County Improvement Fund and appropriate $950,000 from the Grant Fund for a Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission agreement. The committee recommended do pass Resolution #20999, authorizing a Fifth Addendum to the Legal Services Agreement with Seyferth, Blumenthal & Harris, LLP, at a cost not to exceed $356,500.00 through December 31, 2022.

• Held Ordinance #5634 (road fund transfer and grant appropriation) by voice vote
• Recommended do pass Resolution #20999 (legal services addendum, $356,500 cap) by voice vote

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is reviewing several proposed zoning changes and various service contracts. A key item involves a proposal to transfer $3,200,000 from the American Rescue Plan Fund to support the Health Department's COVID-19 efforts. The meeting also includes discussions on transportation funding and legal services.

• Proposed transfer of $3,200,000 from ARPA funds for Jackson County Health Department COVID-19 response
• Rezoning of 30.00± acre tract for "Fields of Peaceful Ridge" residential subdivision
• Appropriation of $950,000 from the Grant Fund for a transportation program agreement
• Software maintenance contract for the Sheriff’s Office totaling $80,991.00
• Legal services agreement with Seyferth, Blumenthal & Harris, LLP up to $356,500.00

The Jackson County Legislature approved a consent agenda containing 11 items, including ordinances on municipal court fees and purchasing, and resolutions for contracts and services. It also adopted resolutions nominating three candidates to the Sports Complex Authority and honoring Brad Mayfield. Several new resolutions were introduced and assigned to committees for further review.

• Approved consent agenda with 11 items (6-0, 3 absent)
• Adopted Resolution #20976 nominating Rob Binney, John Mulvihill, and Deron Cherry to Sports Complex Authority (6-0, 3 absent)
• Adopted Resolution #20989 honoring Brad Mayfield (6-0, 3 absent)
• Adopted Resolution #20996 for TV airtime contract with Spectrum Reach, not to exceed $19,002 (6-0, 3 absent)
• Adopted Resolution #20997 for financial advisory services with Stifel, not to exceed $25,000 (6-0, 3 absent)
• Adopted Resolution #20986 transferring $3.2M from ARP Fund for COVID-19 response
• Introduced Resolution #20990, held until June 27, 2022
• Introduced 8 new resolutions, assigned to committees

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is reviewing resolutions to award service contracts. These include glazing services for the Facilities Management Division and temporary janitorial services at the Criminal Justice Center.

• Glazing services contract with Binswanger Glass of Independence, MO
• Temporary janitorial services contract for the Criminal Justice Center with MC Janitorial

The Public Works Committee met with three members present and one absent. It recommended approval of two resolutions: a glazing services contract with Binswanger Glass and a temporary janitorial services contract with MC Janitorial. Both recommendations passed by voice vote.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #20979 for glazing services contract with Binswanger Glass (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #20983 for temporary janitorial services contract with MC Janitorial (voice vote)

Health & Environment Committee

The Health & Environment Committee is reviewing resolutions regarding county service agreements. Items include extending medical examiner services and awarding a contract for drug and alcohol testing. The committee will also consider a $75,000 transfer within the 2022 Health Fund.

• Drug and alcohol testing contract award to Test Smartly Labs and Emergent Care Plus, LLC
• Extension of Medical Examiner services agreement with the State of Missouri
• $75,000 transfer within the 2022 Health Fund for public health-related services

The Health and Environment Committee met on June 21, 2022, with three members present and two absent. All three resolutions in committee were recommended for approval by voice vote, including an extension for medical examiner services, a drug and alcohol testing contract, and a partial rescission of a prior resolution to fund public health services.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #20977 (medical examiner services extension) by voice vote
• Recommended do pass Resolution #20984 (drug and alcohol testing contract) by voice vote
• Recommended do pass Resolution #20985 (partial rescission of Resolution 20867, $75,000 for public health services) by voice vote

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing an ordinance to transfer funds related to a Program Agreement with the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission. The committee is also considering a resolution to allocate $3,200,000 within the American Rescue Plan Fund for Jackson County Health Department COVID-19 efforts.

• Ordinance transferring $190,000 in the 2022 County Improvement Fund and $950,000 from the 2022 Grant Fund
• Resolution to transfer $3,200,000 within the American Rescue Plan Fund for COVID-19 response
• Program Agreement with Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission

The Finance and Audit Committee recommended do pass Resolution #20986, transferring $3.2 million within the 2022 American Rescue Plan Fund to support the Jackson County Health Department, including contact tracers and vaccination efforts through 2022. The committee held Ordinance #5634, which would transfer $190,000 within the County Improvement Fund and appropriate $950,000 from the Grant Fund for a Program Agreement with the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #20986, transferring $3.2M for COVID-19 health efforts (voice vote)
• Held Ordinance #5634, transferring $190,000 and appropriating $950,000 for highway agreement

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee is reviewing ordinances to rezone several agricultural tracts into residential districts. The committee will also consider resolutions regarding security services, agricultural supplies, and a memorandum of understanding with the Longview Horse Park Association.

• Rezoning 30.00± acres for 'Fields of Peaceful Ridge' subdivision
• Multiple ordinances rezoning agricultural land to residential districts
• Security services contract for Parks + Rec Department
• Agricultural/field service supplies contract for County departments
• MOU with Longview Horse Park Association

The Land Use Committee recommended three resolutions for approval: a five-year MOU with the Longview Horse Park Association at no cost, a security services contract with Homeland Security Protective Service, and an agricultural/field supplies contract with Feldman's Farm and Home. Six rezoning ordinances (5627-5632) were held, meaning no action was taken on them. All recommendations passed by voice vote.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #20980, MOU with Longview Horse Park Association (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #20981, security services contract with Homeland Security Protective Service (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #20982, agricultural/field supplies contract with Feldman's Farm and Home (voice vote)
• Held Ordinance 5627, rezoning 30 acres to Residential Ranchette
• Held Ordinance 5628, rezoning 6.15 acres to Residential Estates
• Held Ordinance 5629, rezoning 3 acres to Residential Estates
• Held Ordinance 5630, rezoning 3 acres to Residential Estates
• Held Ordinance 5632, rezoning 7.41 acres to Residential Ranchette

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is reviewing a resolution to transfer funds within the 2022 Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund. The proposal authorizes the Prosecuting Attorney to enter a cooperative agreement with the Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council of Kansas City, MO. This agreement would fund anti-violent crime and anti-drug prevention activities.

• Resolution transferring $52,775.00 within the 2022 Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund
• Proposed cooperative agreement with Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council for crime and drug prevention services

The Jackson County Budget Committee recommended approval of Resolution #20972, which transfers $52,775 within the 2022 Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund and authorizes the Prosecuting Attorney to execute a cooperative agreement with the Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council for anti-violent crime and anti-drug prevention services. The motion passed by voice vote.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #20972 (voice vote)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is reviewing resolutions to award several contracts. These include two phases of the 2022 Pavement Maintenance Project and the purchase of an equipment trailer.

• $403,849.00 contract for 2022 Pavement Maintenance Project (Phase 2)
• $845,118.00 contract for 2022 Pavement Maintenance Project (Phase 3)
• $43,539.52 contract for an equipment trailer

The Public Works Committee recommended approval of three resolutions awarding contracts for pavement maintenance and an equipment trailer. All three passed by voice vote and will go to the full legislature.

• Recommended Resolution 20967: $403,849 pavement maintenance contract to Vance Brothers (voice vote)
• Recommended Resolution 20968: $845,118 chip seal contract to Vance Brothers (voice vote)
• Recommended Resolution 20970: $43,539.52 equipment trailer purchase from G.W. Van Keppel Co. (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Legislature will consider several budget transfers, including $3.2 million for the Health Department's pandemic response. The agenda also includes contract awards for road maintenance and various rezoning requests. An update on the new Jackson County Detention Center is also scheduled.

• $3,200,000 transfer from ARPA funds to support the Health Department's COVID-19 response
• $845,118 contract award for pavement maintenance to Vance Brothers, Inc.
• $403,849 contract award for pavement maintenance to Vance Brothers, Inc.
• $52,775 transfer to the Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council for anti-crime and drug prevention services
• Multiple ordinances to rezone agricultural land to residential use

The Jackson County Legislature approved the consent agenda, which included ordinances and resolutions for municipal court fees, purchasing, construction agreements, and pavement maintenance contracts. They also adopted several resolutions, including one for the Santa-Cali-Gon Days Festival and another for FIFA World Cup planning. The meeting included a discussion on the detention facility project, with assurances that the design-build team would not request additional funds.

• Approved consent agenda (8-1)
• Adopted Ordinance #5633, appropriating $82,500 for drug task force grant (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #20978, allowing Independence Chamber of Commerce use of County parking lots for Santa-Cali-Gon Days (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #20987, transferring $15,000 for FIFA World Cup strategic planning (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #20988, honoring Barbara J. Casamento for 38 years of service (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #20975, congratulating Victoria Owen, Miss Jackson County (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #20965, cooperative agreement with City of Grandview for construction services ($20,621)
• Adopted Resolution #20967, pavement maintenance contract with Vance Brothers ($403,849)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee will consider an ordinance regarding court fees. The proposal seeks to repeal section 1810 of the Jackson County Code and enact a new section relating to County Municipal Court fees and costs.

• Ordinance to update County Municipal Court fees and costs

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee met with all three members present and considered one ordinance. Ordinance #5625, which repeals and replaces a section of the Jackson County Code relating to County Municipal Court fees and costs, was recommended for perfection by a voice vote. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended Ordinance #5625 for perfection (voice vote)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing updates to the Jackson County purchasing code. The committee is also considering a construction agreement with Grandview and a fund transfer for pandemic-related equipment.

• Updates to Jackson County Code sections regarding county purchasing
• Construction services cooperative agreement with City of Grandview ($20,621.00)
• $147,700.00 transfer within the American Rescue Plan Fund for Department of Corrections supplies

The Finance and Audit Committee recommended for perfection an ordinance repealing and replacing county purchasing code sections, and recommended do pass resolutions authorizing a $20,621 cooperative agreement with Grandview for construction services and transferring $147,700 from the American Rescue Plan Fund for Corrections COVID-19 supplies. All three items passed by voice vote.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5626 (purchasing code repeal/replace) by voice vote
• Recommended do pass Resolution #20965 (Grandview construction agreement, $20,621) by voice vote
• Recommended do pass Resolution #20973 (transfer $147,700 for Corrections COVID supplies) by voice vote

County Legislature

The legislature is reviewing several resolutions and ordinances, including contract awards for vehicle purchases and infrastructure projects. The agenda also includes updates to municipal court fees and county purchasing regulations.

• $845,118 contract for Pavement Maintenance Project Phase 3 (chip seal)
• $403,849 contract for Pavement Maintenance Project Phase 2 (surface treatments)
• $164,565 contract for five SUVs for the Sheriff’s Office
• $147,700 transfer of ARPA funds for COVID-19 supplies in the Department of Corrections
• Ordinance to update County Municipal Court fees and costs

The Jackson County Legislature approved a consent agenda with six resolutions, including contracts for Sheriff's Office SUVs, Parks+Rec track loaders, appointment software, and corrections transportation services. They also adopted resolutions recognizing MORE² and honoring a retiring employee, and introduced ordinances on court fees and purchasing. No major policy decisions were made; most items were routine approvals.

• Approved $164,565 contract for five Sheriff's Office SUVs (8-0)
• Approved $140,994 contract for two compact track loaders for Parks+Rec (8-0)
• Approved $34,860 sole-source contract for appointment management software (8-0)
• Approved 12-month term contract for corrections transportation/security services (8-0)
• Approved $120,433 contract for Public Works furniture/fixtures/equipment (8-0)
• Approved $41,685 contract for foreclosure notice posting (8-0)
• Adopted resolution recognizing MORE² for voter education/registration (8-0)
• Adopted resolution honoring Michael Hunt on retirement (8-0)

Budget Committee

The Jackson County Budget Committee is reviewing a resolution regarding the 2022 General Fund. The item proposes transferring $56,784 to pay for information technology operations and consulting services from an existing county vendor.

• Resolution transferring $56,784 within the 2022 General Fund for IT services

The Jackson County Budget Committee met on June 6, 2022, and considered Resolution #20960, which transfers $56,784.00 within the 2022 General Fund for information technology operations and consulting services. The committee voted to recommend the resolution do pass, forwarding it to the full legislature for consideration.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #20960 transferring $56,784.00 for IT operations and consulting (voice vote)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The committee is reviewing resolutions regarding county service contracts. These include a vehicle purchase for the Sheriff’s Office and security services for the Department of Corrections.

• Contract for five SUVs for the Sheriff's Office from Landmark Dodge of Independence, MO, at $164,565.00
• Contract for transportation and security services for the Department of Corrections with Homeland Security Protective Service of Kansas City, MO

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee voted to recommend approval of two resolutions. Resolution #20956 awards a contract to Landmark Dodge for five SUVs for the Sheriff's Office at a cost of $164,565. Resolution #20962 awards a 12-month contract with an option to extend to Homeland Security Protective Service for transportation and security services for the Department of Corrections. Both recommendations will go to the full legislature.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #20956: $164,565 contract for five SUVs for Sheriff's Office (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #20962: 12-month contract for transportation/security services for Corrections (voice vote)

Public Works Committee

The committee is reviewing a resolution to authorize a Quit Claim Deed in favor of Jackson County. This action relates to the construction of the Jackson County Detention Center and involves no cost to the County.

• Resolution 20958: Authorizing a Quit Claim Deed for the Jackson County Detention Center at no cost to the County

The Public Works Committee recommended passage of Resolution 20958, which authorizes the County Executive to accept a quit claim deed for the Jackson County Detention Center at no cost to the county. The motion passed by voice vote.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #20958 (voice vote)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing resolutions to award two county contracts. These include purchasing compact track loaders for the Parks + Rec Department and appointment management software for various County departments.

• $140,994.00 contract for two compact track loaders for the Parks + Rec Department
• $34,860.00 purchase of appointment management software for various County departments

The Finance and Audit Committee recommended approval of two resolutions: one to award a contract for two compact track loaders for Parks + Rec to Clark Equipment for $140,994, and another to award a contract for appointment management software to Q-Less Software for $34,860. Both motions passed by voice vote and will go to the full legislature.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #20959: $140,994 contract to Clark Equipment for two compact track loaders (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #20961: $34,860 sole-source contract to Q-Less Software for appointment management software (voice vote)

County Legislature

The legislature is reviewing several proposed contracts and budget transfers for various county departments. Items include funding for victim services and technology upgrades for the Sheriff's Office. Some ordinances are also presented for final passage.

• $1,545,805.96 contract for jail and records management software for the Sheriff’s Office
• $84,727.00 appropriation for the Prosecuting Attorney’s Victim Services Program
• $164,565.00 contract for five SUVs for use by the Sheriff’s Office
• $87,980.00 software maintenance contract for the Recorder of Deeds Department
• $140,994.00 contract for two compact track loaders for the Parks + Rec Department

The Legislature voted 8-1 to adopt Resolution #20937, authorizing additional owner's representative services from JCDC Partners for the Jackson County Criminal Justice System project at a cost not to exceed $4,392,512.00. The vote followed a lengthy hearing where legislators questioned JCDC on project costs, communication, mental health components, and minority contractor participation. The Legislature also reconsidered and then adopted the resolution after initially voting it down previously.

• Adopted Resolution #20937 authorizing $4,392,512 for JCDC owner's representative services (8-1)
• Reconsidered Resolution #20937, allowing it to come back for a vote (8-1)
• Adopted Ordinance #5624 transferring funds for Victims of Crime Act Grant (8-0, 1 absent)
• Adopted Consent Agenda including 6 items (8-0, 1 absent)
• Adopted Resolution #20957 for mowing/lawncare services contract (8-0, 1 absent)
• Assigned 7 new resolutions to committees for future consideration