Jackson County public meetings in 2023

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing a resolution for legal publication services. The item involves a thirty-six-month term and supply contract.

• Resolution 21506: Thirty-six-month contract for on-line legal publications and research services with Thomson Reuters/West Publishing Corporation

County Legislature

The Legislature is considering an ordinance for a special election on April 2, 2024, regarding a 3/8 of 1% sales tax to retain the Royals and Chiefs. The agenda also includes a $22 million appropriation for a new University Health building.

• Proposed 3/8 of 1% countywide sales tax to retain KC Royals and KC Chiefs
• $22,000,000 appropriation for a new University Health building
• Contract award to Thomson Reuters/West Publishing for legal research services
• Ordinance updates regarding the Board of Equalization
• Introduction of new rules for County development incentives and bidding

County Legislature

The Legislature is introducing ordinances for a special election regarding a countywide sales tax and $22,000,000 for a new Health Sciences building. The body is also reviewing the annual budget for the 2024 fiscal year.

• Ordinance for an April 2, 2024, special election regarding a 3/8 of 1% sales tax to retain the Royals and Chiefs
• Ordinance appropriating $22,000,000 for a new Health Sciences building for University Health
• Ordinance to adopt the annual budget for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024
• Contract award to Thomson Reuters/West Publishing Corporation for legal research services

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will hold a public hearing regarding the 2024 budget. No other ordinances or resolutions are listed for discussion in this agenda.

• Public Hearing regarding the 2024 Budget

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing several resolutions regarding supply and service contracts. These items include agreements for clothing, building maintenance materials, fleet fuel cards, and a fuel product contract extension.

• Apparel contract for Exhibit Arts, Seaside Companies, and Sew What
• Building maintenance and supplies contract with W.W. Grainger
• Fleet fuel card contract with WEX Bank
• Five-month fuel products contract extension for Frazier Oil & L.P. Gas Co., Inc.

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The committee is reviewing a resolution to award a twelve-month contract to Karpel Solutions of St. Louis. The contract provides case management, eDiscovery, and cloud storage services for 2024.

• $70,000 annual contract for case management, eDiscovery, and cloud storage services

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is reviewing the annual budget for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024. The meeting includes presentations regarding a pension multiplier increase and the Detention Center Project.

• Ordinance #5815: Annual budget and appropriations for fiscal year 2024
• Ordinance #5819: Changes to the Employees’ Pension Plan
• Ordinance #5821: $6,350.00 appropriation for parkland land management and invasive species removal
• Resolution #21498: $70,000.00 contract for Prosecuting Attorney’s Office case management services
• Resolution #21504: $1,200,000.00 settlement of claims in Latasha Wagner et al v. Advanced Correctional et al

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee is reviewing an ordinance to appropriate funds from the 2023 Grant Fund. This money would authorize a Cost Share Agreement between the Director of Parks + Rec and the Missouri Department of Conservation for services on County parkland.

• $6,350.00 appropriation for land management and invasive species removal
• Cost Share Agreement with Missouri Department of Conservation

911 Oversight Committee

The 911 Oversight Committee is reviewing a resolution to transfer funds within the 2023 E-911 System Fund. This action would authorize the Director of Finance and Purchasing to issue $377,234.00 for radio upgrades.

• $377,234.00 transfer for Lone Jack Fire Protection District public safety radios

Finance & Audit Committee

The committee is reviewing resolutions regarding various county contracts. These include software maintenance for the Compliance Review Office and worker's compensation administration. No ordinances are scheduled for this meeting.

• Body bag supply contract for the Medical Examiner’s Office
• $38,570.00 software maintenance contract for Compliance Review Office
• $13,850.00 software maintenance services for Compliance Review Office
• Worker's compensation administrator contract for Human Resources

Land Use Committee

The committee will hold public hearings regarding three zoning ordinances. Additionally, the committee will consider a resolution to award a construction contract for the Blue Springs Lake Road Improvement project.

• Ordinance #5816: Rezoning 10.40± acres from District AG to District RR
• Ordinance #5817: Rezoning lot layouts of District AG and District RR
• Ordinance #5818: Rezoning 13.25± acres from District AG to District RE
• Resolution #21492: Contract for Blue Springs Lake Road Improvement to Superior Bowen Asphalt Co. LLC

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to fund relocation costs for Afghan prosecutors and their families. It also reviews a resolution to award a contract for an armored tactical rescue vehicle for the Sheriff’s Office.

• $346,789 contract for an armored tactical rescue vehicle from Lenco Industries, Inc.
• $5,000 appropriation for Afghan prosecutor relocation costs
• Public hearing on Ordinance #5820

County Legislature

The legislature is conducting public hearings regarding the 2024 annual budget and tentative tax levy. The agenda also includes votes on zoning changes, various county contracts, and public safety funding.

• Public hearings for the 2024 annual budget and tentative tax levy
• Rezoning of agricultural tracts to residential estates
• $377,234.00 transfer for Lone Jack Fire Protection District radio upgrades
• $346,789.00 contract for an armored tactical rescue vehicle for the Sheriff’s Office
• Construction contract for the Blue Springs Lake Road Improvement project

Anti-Crime Committee

The Anti-Crime Committee will hold a public hearing regarding an ordinance for the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. The measure involves purchasing new furniture and disposing of surplus items.

• $35,000.00 appropriation from the 2023 Prosecuting Attorney’s Delinquent Sales Tax Fund

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The committee is reviewing a resolution regarding the status of specific vehicles. The measure would declare certain vehicles assigned to the Jackson County Drug Task Force as surplus property and authorize their transfer to the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office.

• Resolution to declare Drug Task Force vehicles as surplus property
• Authorization of vehicle transfer to the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office

Public Works Committee

The committee is reviewing a resolution for a twelve-month supply contract. The contract would provide dump truck repairs for the Public Works Department.

• Resolution for dump truck repair contract with Rush Truck Centers of Kansas City, MO

Land Use Committee

The committee will review several ordinances to rezone agricultural land for residential use. Members will also consider resolutions regarding electric vehicle planning, trail restoration, and park department software.

• Rezoning 10.40± acre tract from District AG to District RR (Ordinance #5816)
• Rezoning lot layouts of District AG and District RR (Ordinance #5817)
• Rezoning 13.25± acre tract from District AG to District RE (Ordinance #5818)
• $10,000.00 for Kansas City Regional Electric Vehicle Readiness Planning project
• $118,262.00 agreement amendment to restore the Jackson County Longview Trail

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is reviewing the 2024 tentative tax levy and the annual budget for all spending agencies. The agenda also includes several zoning changes, contract awards for public safety and infrastructure, and fund transfers.

• Setting the 2024 Jackson County tentative tax levy
• Adopting the annual budget and appropriations for fiscal year ending December 31, 2024
• Rezoning a 10.40± acre tract from Agricultural to Residential Ranchette
• Rezoning a 13.25± acre tract from Agricultural to Residential Estates
• Restoring the Jackson County Longview Trail for $118,262.00

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is reviewing ordinances related to the upcoming fiscal year. This includes a proposal for the 2024 tentative tax levy and the adoption of the annual budget and appropriations for various county agencies.

• Ordinance setting the 2024 Jackson County, Missouri tentative tax levy
• Ordinance to adopt the annual budget and set forth appropriations for fiscal year ending December 31, 2024

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing several resolutions regarding county supply contracts and legal services. Items include emergency sewer repair services, a culvert pipe contract extension, and an addendum to a legal services agreement.

• Emergency sewer repair service contracts for Ace Pipe Cleaning, Inc. and SHEDIGS IT, LLC
• Legal Services Agreement addendum for Ronald L. Jurgeson not to exceed $50,000.00
• Eight-month contract extension for culvert pipe and fittings with Kansas City Winwater Works Company

Budget Committee

The committee is continuing budget hearings for Jackson County departments and outside agencies. This session follows the meeting held on November 29, 2023.

• Continuation of departmental and outside agency budget hearings

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is reviewing the 2024 tentative tax levy and the annual budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The agenda includes several ordinances for fund appropriations, zoning changes, and property transfers.

• Appropriate $35,000.00 for Prosecuting Attorney’s Office furniture
• Appropriate $975,000.00 for Family Court Division renovations
• Set the 2024 Jackson County tentative tax levy
• Adopt the annual budget and appropriations for fiscal year ending December 31, 2024
• Rezoning of a 10.40± acre tract to District RR (Residential Ranchette)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing regarding Ordinance #5812. The ordinance proposes appropriating $975,000 from the 2023 County Improvement Fund for renovations and accessibility at the 16th Judicial Circuit Court Family Court Division.

• Public hearing for Ordinance #5812
• $975,000 appropriation for Family Court Division renovations

Budget Committee

The committee is conducting budget hearings featuring presentations from outside agencies. No ordinances or resolutions are currently in committee.

• Outside agency budget presentations

Budget Committee

The November 29, 2023, meeting of the Jackson County Budget Committee contains no ordinances or resolutions in committee. The agenda refers to a 2024 Budget Hearing Schedule located under Meeting Details.

• No ordinances or resolutions in committee

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is meeting to discuss the adoption of the 2024 annual budget and the setting of the tentative tax levy. The agenda also includes various rezoning requests and funding allocations for county departments.

• Ordinance adopting the 2024 annual budget and appropriations
• Ordinance setting the 2024 Jackson County tentative tax levy
• $975,000 appropriation for Family Court Division renovations and accessibility
• $118,262 resolution to restore the Jackson County Longview Trail
• Rezoning of a 13.25-acre tract from Agricultural to Residential Estates

Budget Committee

The November 29, 2023, Jackson County Budget Committee agenda lists no ordinances or resolutions in committee. The document refers to the 2024 Budget Hearing Schedule for county departments.

• No ordinances or resolutions listed in committee

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is considering the 2024 annual budget and tentative tax levy. The agenda includes several ordinances for zoning changes, furniture purchases, and court renovations, alongside multiple resolutions regarding service contracts and fund transfers.

• Adoption of the 2024 annual budget and setting appropriations
• Setting the 2024 Jackson County tentative tax levy
• Appropriating $975,000.00 for Family Court Division renovations
• Appropriating $35,000.00 for Prosecuting Attorney’s Office furniture
• Rezoning of a 10.40± acre tract and a 13.25± acre tract

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will meet at the Jackson County Courthouse. The agenda includes a reference to the 2024 Budget Hearing Schedule for county departments.

• 2024 Budget Hearing Schedule

Anti-Crime Committee

The Anti-Crime Committee is reviewing an ordinance to appropriate funds from the 2023 Prosecuting Attorney’s Delinquent Sales Tax Fund. The appropriation would cover furniture purchases and the disposal of surplus items under an existing contract.

• $35,000 appropriation for Prosecuting Attorney’s Office furniture

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The committee is reviewing ordinances regarding funding for the Family Court Division of the 16th Judicial Circuit Court. It is also considering a contract for electronic monitoring equipment for the Department of Corrections.

• $975,000.00 appropriation for 16th Judicial Circuit Court Family Court Division renovations
• $65,111.00 appropriation and extension for the Racial Equity and Disparity Grant
• Contract with BI Monitoring of Boulder, CO for electronic monitoring equipment

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing a resolution regarding tree removal services. The proposal involves awarding twelve-month term and supply contracts to two providers for use by various County departments.

• Resolution 21463: Tree removal service contracts for various County departments
• Awarding contracts to Shawnee Mission Tree Services, Inc. (dba Arbor Masters of Shawnee, KS)
• Awarding contracts to CTC Disaster Response, Inc. of Topeka, KS

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is considering the 2024 tentative tax levy and annual budget. The agenda includes several ordinances for fund appropriations related to court renovations, grants, and furniture purchases.

• Ordinance to appropriate $975,000.00 for Family Court Division renovations
• Ordinance to appropriate $35,000.00 for Prosecuting Attorney’s Office furniture
• Ordinance to appropriate $65,111.00 for a Racial Equity and Disparity Grant
• Ordinance setting the 2024 Jackson County tentative tax levy
• Ordinance to adopt the annual budget for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024

Budget Committee

The November 9, 2023, meeting of the Jackson County Budget Committee contains no ordinances or resolutions in committee. The agenda refers to a separate 2023 ARPA Hearing Schedule.

Budget Committee

The Jackson County Budget Committee meeting on November 8, 2023, contains no ordinances or resolutions for consideration. The agenda consists of procedural information and a reference to the 2023 ARPA Hearing Schedule.

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will discuss an ordinance to repeal and replace sections 9103 and 9104 of the Jackson County Code. These changes relate to the Board of Equalization.

• Ordinance to repeal and replace Jackson County Code sections 9103 and 9104 regarding the Board of Equalization

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice & Law Enforcement Committee is reviewing an ordinance regarding a state grant. The funds are intended for use by the Jackson County Family Court Division.

• $11,205.00 appropriation from 2023 Grant Fund
• Grant received from State of Missouri Office of State Courts Administrator

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance and Audit Committee is reviewing a resolution to award a contract to Motorola Solutions of Chicago, IL. The agreement covers the furnishing of public safety communications products, services, and solutions for radio maintenance.

• Resolution awarding a contract to Motorola Solutions of Chicago, IL
• Fourteen-month term with one twenty-four-month extension option
• Radio maintenance using State of Missouri Contract No. CT221247003

Housing & Homelessness Committee

The committee will receive a presentation from school districts and organizations that serve homeless youth in recognition of National Homeless Youth Awareness Month. No ordinances or resolutions are currently listed for committee action.

• Presentation regarding school districts and organizations serving homeless youth

Anti-Crime Committee

The Anti-Crime Committee is reviewing an ordinance to appropriate $35,000.00 from the 2023 Prosecuting Attorney’s Delinquent Sales Tax Fund. The funds would cover furniture purchases and the disposal of surplus items for the Prosecuting Attorney's Office.

• $35,000.00 appropriation for Prosecuting Attorney's Office furniture

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is considering several ordinances and resolutions regarding fund appropriations for the Family Court Division and various public safety programs. The agenda also includes discussions on park programming at Blue River Parkway and contracts for HVAC and public safety communications.

• Ordinance to appropriate $975,000.00 for renovations to the 16th Judicial Circuit Court Family Court Division
• Ordinance to appropriate $11,205.00 from the 2023 Grant Fund for the Family Court Division
• Ordinance to appropriate $35,000.00 for furniture for the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office
• Resolution for a $30,000.00 memorandum of understanding for Blue River Parkway programming
• Resolution authorizing an arts strategic plan extension up to $250,000.00 via ArtsKC

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider resolutions regarding HVAC services and property disposal. One resolution proposes awarding an HVAC supply and installation contract to Johnson Controls, Inc. Another resolution addresses declaring certain County-owned vehicles as surplus property for disposal.

• HVAC products, installation, and services contract for Johnson Controls, Inc.
• Declaration and disposal of surplus County-owned vehicles

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee will consider an ordinance to update the schedule for park fees and charges. The committee will also review resolutions regarding programming and enhancements for the Blue River Parkway.

• Ordinance to repeal and replace the current schedule for park fees and charges
• Resolution authorizing a $30,000.00 Memorandum of Understanding with Heartland Conservation Alliance for Blue River Parkway
• Resolution supporting a Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant for the Blue River Parkway Enhancement Project at Alex George Wetland Recreational Area

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice & Law Enforcement Committee is reviewing several ordinances regarding fund appropriations. These items involve grants for the Family Court Division, the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office Victim Services Program, and the Missouri Western Interdiction and Narcotics Task Force.

• $11,205.00 appropriation for Jackson County Family Court Division via State of Missouri grant
• $129,537.00 transfer and $277,378.00 appropriation for Prosecuting Attorney’s Office Victim Services Program
• $66,155.00 appropriation for Missouri Western Interdiction and Narcotics Task Force grant

Housing & Homelessness Committee

The committee is holding its first meeting to discuss systemic challenges and opportunities regarding housing and homelessness. The session includes a guest panel featuring representatives from the Greater Kansas City Coalition to End Homelessness, Mid America Regional Council (MARC), and Kansas City Mayor Pro Tem Ryana Parks Shaw.

• Guest panel discussion on housing and homelessness challenges

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing an ordinance regarding insurance coverage for former employees. The committee is also considering a contract for heavy construction equipment parts and maintenance, as well as a lockbox services extension.

• Ordinance repealing section 727 of the Jackson County Code regarding insurance coverage for former employees
• Contract award to Viking Cives Midwest for heavy construction equipment parts and maintenance
• Five-month extension for lockbox services with UMB Bank

County Legislature

The Legislature is reviewing several ordinances regarding land use, zoning, and budget adjustments. The agenda includes multiple contract awards, settlement approvals, and funding requests for county departments.

• Appropriating $110,000.00 from the 2023 Assessment Fund for Board of Equalization salaries and overtime
• Rezoning a 9.91± acre tract from District AG to District RE
• Rezoning an 8.00± acre tract from District AG to District RE
• Rezoning a 5.00± acre tract from District AG to District LI
• Transferring $1,023,821.00 from the 2023 General Fund for the November 7, 2023 special election

Budget Committee

The committee will consider a resolution to transfer $1,023,821 for the November 7 special election. It will also review an ordinance to fund Board of Equalization salaries and overtime with $110,000. Additionally, updates to the Jackson County Code regarding the Board of Equalization are on the agenda.

• $1,023,821 transfer for November 7 special election costs
• $110,000 appropriation for Board of Equalization salaries and overtime
• Ordinance to update Jackson County Code sections regarding the Board of Equalization

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is reviewing a resolution to award a contract for a heavy equipment lift. The purchase would be made through an existing government contract with Quality Automotive Equipment & Service of Paola, KS. This equipment is intended for use by the Public Works Road and Bridge Division.

• Contract for heavy equipment lift ($58,552.00)

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee will conduct a public hearing regarding four ordinances. These include three rezoning requests for agricultural tracts and an amendment to the Jackson County Code regarding FEMA updates.

• Rezoning 9.91± acres from District AG to District RE (Ordinance #5802)
• Rezoning 8.00± acres from District AG to District RE (Ordinance #5803)
• Rezoning 5.00± acres from District AG to District LI (Ordinance #5804)
• Amending Jackson County Code regarding FEMA Updates (Ordinance #5805)
• Contract for one patrol boat and trailer for Parks + Rec Department: $38,957.00

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is considering a resolution regarding a reply offer from the Kansas City Royals Baseball Club, LLC dated October 20, 2023. The resolution requests that the County Executive provide recommendations to the Legislature within 48 hours of the resolution's adoption.

• Resolution 21447: Requesting recommendation on Kansas City Royals Baseball Club, LLC reply offer

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee is reviewing a resolution to award a vehicle contract. The item proposes purchasing a 2024 Ford Edge SE AWD SUV for use by the Sheriff’s Office. This purchase would be made through an existing State of Missouri contract.

• Contract for a 2024 Ford Edge SE AWD SUV at $40,325.00

911 Oversight Committee

The committee is reviewing a resolution to transfer funds within the 2023 E-911 System Fund. This action would authorize the Director of Finance and Purchasing to issue $351,820.00 for communications center upgrades in Grandview.

• $351,820.00 transfer for City of Grandview Communications Center upgrade

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is reviewing a resolution to transfer funds within the 2023 Special Road & Bridge Fund. The resolution proposes awarding a contract to American Equipment of Kansas City, KS, for dump truck repair.

• $24,998.00 contract award to American Equipment of Kansas City, KS, for dump truck repair
• Fund transfer within the 2023 Special Road & Bridge Fund

Land Use Committee

The committee is reviewing several ordinances regarding land rezoning and FEMA updates. It is also considering a contract for pavement condition assessment services.

• Rezoning 9.91± acre tract from District AG to District RE (Ordinance #5802)
• Rezoning 8.00± acre tract from District AG to District RE (Ordinance #5803)
• Rezoning 5.00± acre tract from District AG to District LI (Ordinance #5804)
• Repealing and enacting new sections of the Jackson County Code regarding FEMA updates (Ordinance #5805)
• Contract for pavement condition assessment with Infrastructure Management Services for $80,065.00

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing resolutions for county contracts and an ordinance regarding insurance coverage. The agenda includes technical services for the new detention center and deed book relocation.

• Contract for technical services at the new Jackson County Detention Center not to exceed $725,213.00
• Contract for relocation of deed books not to exceed $29,526.00
• Ordinance repealing section 727 of Jackson County Code regarding insurance coverage for former employees

Budget Committee

The committee will review an ordinance to fund salaries and overtime for the Board of Equalization. It will also consider a proposal to repeal and replace existing county code sections regarding the Board of Equalization.

• Ordinance 5789: appropriating $110,000.00 from the 2023 Assessment Fund for salaries and overtime
• Ordinance 5797: repealing and enacting new sections of the Jackson County Code relating to the Board of Equalization

Health & Environment Committee

The Health & Environment Committee is reviewing resolutions regarding countywide employee benefits. These items include a contract for group hospital, illness, and accident insurance, as well as a twelve-month contract for group health insurance.

• Resolution to award AFLAC a term and supply contract for employee group hospital, critical illness, short term, and accident insurance at no cost to the County
• Resolution to award Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, MO a twelve-month term and supply contract for employee group health insurance

Anti-Crime Committee

The committee will consider a resolution to extend the Innovative Prosecution for the Combating Violent Crimes grant. This grant was awarded by the U.S. Department of Justice. The extension involves no cost to Jackson County.

• Resolution to extend the DOJ's Innovative Prosecution for the Combating Violent Crimes grant

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is meeting to consider various ordinances and resolutions. The agenda includes zoning changes, law enforcement grants, and funding for the November 7 special election. The body will also address a resolution concerning the Kansas City Royals Baseball Club's reply offer.

• Rezoning of agricultural tracts to residential estates and light industrial districts
• A $725,213 contract for technical services at the new Jackson County Detention Center
• A $351,820 transfer to upgrade the E-911 Communications Center in Grandview
• An appropriation of $1,023,821 to cover costs for the November 7 special election
• A $302,374 appropriation for the Sheriff’s Office DWI/Traffic Safety Unit

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing several resolutions regarding service contracts and fund transfers. These items include food supplies for Parks + Rec and environmental management services for various departments.

• 24-month supply contract for dry, refrigerated, and frozen foods for Parks + Rec with U.S. Foods of Lenexa, KS
• 12-month term contract for Environmental Management Services with EcoSafe Environmental Services of Kansas City, MO
• $70,000.00 transfer within the County Improvement Fund for Collections Department project management services

Budget Committee

The committee will hear from the directors of Public Works and Human Resources. Members are considering an ordinance to use $110,000 for Board of Equalization salaries and overtime. The agenda also includes code updates for the Board of Equalization and a resolution regarding property tax notice timelines.

• Ordinance to appropriate $110,000 for Board of Equalization salaries and overtime
• Ordinance updating Jackson County Code sections 9103 and 9104
• Resolution regarding the timing of property tax notices
• Appearance by Director of Public Works Brian Gaddie
• Appearance by Director of Human Resources Michelle Chrisman

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

The Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee will hear from Soileh Padilla Mayer, Head Consul of Mexico in Kansas City. The committee is also reviewing a resolution regarding legal services for county-wide training.

• Resolution to authorize an addendum to the Legal Services Agreement with Husch Blackwell, LLP
• $20,000.00 for anti-discrimination and anti-harassment training
• Appearance by Soileh Padilla Mayer, Head Consul of Mexico in Kansas City

911 Oversight Committee

The 911 Oversight Committee will hold a public hearing concerning the 2023 E-911 Fund and related legislation. The committee is reviewing a resolution to transfer $104,000.00 for a computer system purchase.

• Public hearing regarding the 2023 E-911 Fund
• Resolution #21410: Transfer of $104,000.00 for a Unified Computer Aided Dispatch System for the Lone Jack Police Department
• Resolution #21437

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The committee is reviewing ordinances to accept several state grants for the Sheriff’s Office and Drug Task Force. These include funding for traffic safety, impaired driving enforcement, and hazardous moving violation enforcement. The agenda also includes a software maintenance contract and fund transfers for drug task force salaries.

• $302,374.00 appropriation for Sheriff’s Office DWI/Traffic Safety Unit grant
• $16,748.00 appropriation for "Operation Bad Cookie" Drug Task Force
• $34,600.00 grant for Impaired Driving Enforcement
• $40,425.00 grant for Hazardous Moving Violation Enforcement
• $89,090.00 software maintenance contract with Omnigo Software

County Legislature

The legislature is considering ordinances to fund various law enforcement grants and Board of Equalization salaries. The agenda also includes proposals for software maintenance, training services, and technical services for the new detention center. Additionally, several rezoning requests were introduced for agricultural land.

• Ordinance 5799: $302,374 appropriation for the Sheriff’s Office DWI/Traffic Safety Unit grant
• Resolution 21432: Contract up to $725,213 for technical services for the new Detention Center
• Ordinance 5789: $110,000 appropriation for Board of Equalization salaries and overtime
• Resolution 21410: $104,000 transfer for a Lone Jack Police Department dispatch system
• Ordinance 5802: Rezoning 9.91 acres from Agricultural to Residential Estates

County Legislature

The legislature is considering several ordinances to accept grant funds for the Sheriff’s Office and the Drug Task Force. The agenda also includes contract awards for software maintenance, food supplies, and environmental services. A hearing will provide an update on compliance for the Detention Center Project.

• Appropriation of $302,374 to accept a DWI/Traffic Safety Unit grant for the Sheriff’s Office
• Transfer of $104,000 to purchase a dispatch system for the Lone Jack Police Department
• Awarding an $89,090 contract for software maintenance for the Sheriff’s Office
• Appropriation of $110,000 for Board of Equalization salaries and overtime
• An update on compliance at the Detention Center Project

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will hold a public hearing regarding ordinance #5783 for courthouse exterior improvements. The committee will also consider funding for Board of Equalization appeals and an arts strategic plan extension.

• $5,597,855.00 appropriation for courthouse exterior improvements via Gunter Construction Co.
• $110,000.00 appropriation for Board of Equalization salaries and overtime
• ArtsKC cooperative agreement extension up to $250,000.00
• $21,000.00 transfer within the Park Enterprise Fund for Fred Arbanas Golf Course

Health & Environment Committee

The committee will hear a presentation by Janet Waddell, Sr. Customer Solutions Manager at Evergy. There are no ordinances or resolutions currently in committee for discussion.

• Presentation by Janet Waddell of Evergy

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

The committee is reviewing a resolution to authorize an addendum to the Legal Services Agreement with Husch Blackwell, LLP. This addendum would provide county-wide anti-discrimination and anti-harassment training at a cost of $20,000.00. No ordinances are currently in committee for review.

• Resolution for $20,000 anti-discrimination and anti-harassment training with Husch Blackwell, LLP

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is considering several appropriations, including $5.59 million for courthouse exterior improvements. The agenda also includes various grant acceptances for the Drug Task Force and Sheriff's Office, as well as resolutions regarding park funds and legal training.

• $5,597,855.00 appropriation for Jackson County Courthouse exterior construction services via Gunter Construction Co.
• $110,000.00 appropriation for Board of Equalization salaries and overtime
• Two ordinances totaling $39,212.00 in grant funds for the Jackson County Drug Task Force
• Resolution for an arts strategic plan with ArtsKC not to exceed $250,000.00
• Resolution transferring $21,000.00 within the 2023 Park Enterprise Fund for Fred Arbanas Golf Course

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance and Audit Committee will meet in a closed session. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct confidential communications regarding a personnel matter.

• Closed meeting regarding a personnel matter

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

The Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee will meet to discuss a resolution regarding the direction of detainee programming at the new Jackson County Detention Center. No ordinances are currently in committee for review.

• Resolution laying out direction for detainee programming at the new Jackson County Detention Center

Health & Environment Committee

The committee meeting includes a presentation by Janet Waddell, Sr. Customer Solutions Manager at Evergy. There are no ordinances or resolutions currently in committee.

• Presentation by Janet Waddell of Evergy

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will hold public hearings for two ordinances. The committee is also reviewing a resolution regarding an arts strategic plan development agreement.

• Ordinance #5783: $5,597,855.00 for Jackson County Courthouse exterior improvements via Gunter Construction Co.
• Ordinance #5789: $110,000.00 from the 2023 Assessment Fund for Board of Equalization salaries and overtime
• Resolution #21399: Extension to ArtsKC cooperative agreement for an arts strategic plan not to exceed $250,000.00
• Appearance by Human Resources director Michelle Chrisman

Anti-Crime Committee

The committee is reviewing ordinances to appropriate funds from the 2023 Grant Fund. These funds come from grants received from the United States Office of National Drug Control Policy. The money is intended to reimburse overtime expenses for the Jackson County Drug Task Force.

• Appropriation of $19,372.00 for Drug Task Force overtime reimbursement
• Appropriation of $19,840.00 for Drug Task Force overtime reimbursement

County Legislature

The Legislature is reviewing several ordinances regarding tax levies for merchants, manufacturers, and community mental health. The agenda also includes funding appropriations for the Jackson County Courthouse and various law enforcement grants.

• Ordinance #5783: $5,597,855.00 for courthouse exterior improvements to Gunter Construction Co.
• Ordinance #5789: $110,000.00 for Board of Equalization salaries and overtime
• Public hearing regarding 2023 tax levies for merchants, manufacturers, and mental health funds
• Detention Center Project update by JCDC Partners LLC and J.E. Dunn-Axiom
• Resolution to lease property near 6515 Railroad Street in Raytown to Crane Brewing Company, LLC

Land Use Committee

The committee is reviewing a resolution to authorize a twelve-month lease of County property. The site is located in the Rock Island Rail Corridor adjacent to 6515 Railroad Street. The agreement includes an annual rental fee of $3,000.00 payable to the County.

• Twelve-month lease with Crane Brewing Company, LLC
• $3,000.00 annual rental fee for property in Raytown

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will meet to discuss several ordinances, including a contract for courthouse exterior improvements. The public hearing for Ordinance #5783 has been cancelled and will be rescheduled at a later date.

• Ordinance #5783: $5,597,855.00 for Jackson County Courthouse exterior improvements via Gunter Construction Co.
• Ordinance #5787: Property tax credit for eligible Jackson County taxpayers
• Ordinance #5789: $110,000.00 for Board of Equalization salaries and overtime

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

The Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee will review a resolution regarding the direction of detainee programming for the new Jackson County Detention Center. No ordinances are currently in committee.

• Resolution 21391: Direction for detainee programming at the new Jackson County Detention Center

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice & Law Enforcement Committee is considering ordinances to appropriate grant funds for drug court programs and task force operations. The committee will also review a contract for a police vehicle and an agreement with the Communications Workers of America.

• $63,630 appropriation for the Family Drug Court Program Grant
• $10,000 appropriation for 'Operation Pony Express' via the Organized Crime Enforcement Task Force
• $40,599 contract to Lou Fusz Motor Company for a Dodge Durango Pursuit SUV
• Letter of Agreement with Communications Workers of America, Local 6360

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is considering several ordinances, including a $5.5 million contract for courthouse exterior improvements. The agenda also includes discussions on property tax credits, drug task force funding, and various annual tax levies.

• $5,597,855.00 ordinance for Jackson County Courthouse exterior construction services
• Ordinance enacting a property tax credit for eligible taxpayers
• $63,630.00 grant acceptance for the Family Drug Court Program
• $110,000.00 appropriation for Board of Equalization salaries and overtime
• $10,000.00 grant acceptance for Operation Pony Express drug task force

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice & Law Enforcement Committee is reviewing a resolution to purchase a vehicle. The item involves awarding a contract to Shawnee F LLC d/b/a Shawnee Mission Ford.

• $56,364.00 contract for a 2024 Ford Transit T-350 cargo van
• Contract awarded to Shawnee F LLC d/b/a Shawnee Mission Ford for the Sheriff's Office

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee reviewed a resolution to award a contract for a new vehicle. The committee voted to recommend the purchase of a 2024 Ford Transit T-350 cargo van for the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office.

• Recommended passage of Resolution #21381 to award $56,364.00 contract to Shawnee Mission Ford (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is considering several ordinances, including a $5.5 million contract for exterior improvements to the Jackson County Courthouse. The agenda also includes discussions on property tax credits, marijuana sales tax allocations, and various law enforcement grants.

• Ordinance 5783: $5,597,855.00 contract for Jackson County Courthouse exterior improvements to Gunter Construction Co.
• Ordinance 5786: Transfer of $160,000.00 and appropriation of $349,292.00 for the Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force.
• Ordinance 5785: $57,030.00 appropriation for a dishwasher purchase from Federal Supply USA.
• Resolution 21381: $56,364.00 contract for a Ford Transit cargo van for the Sheriff’s Office.
• Ordinance 5787: Ordinance enacting a property tax credit for eligible taxpayers.

The County Legislature voted to reject Ordinance #5774, which would have enacted a property tax credit for eligible taxpayers. The body approved several contracts for equipment and services via a consent agenda and held a hearing regarding the property assessment process.

• Rejected Ordinance #5774 regarding property tax credits (1-8)
• Approved $57,030 contract with Federal Supply USA for a dishwasher (8-1)
• Approved $349,292 appropriation for Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force grant (8-1)
• Approved $56,364 contract with Shawnee Mission Ford for a cargo van (8-1)
• Approved allocation of 3% non-medical marijuana sales tax (8-1)
• Approved turf chemical contracts with Van Diest Supply, Advanced Turf Solutions, and SiteOne Landscape Supply (8-1)
• Approved legal services agreement with Hardwick Law Firm, LLC not to exceed $100,000 (8-1)
• Adopted Resolutions #21393 and #21394 recognizing Jerry Morales and the Hispanic Heritage Flag (9-0)

Budget Committee

The Jackson County Budget Committee will hold public hearings for several agencies, including the Health Department and Police Department. The committee is also reviewing ordinances regarding property tax credits and a $5,597,855.00 contract for courthouse exterior improvements.

• $5,597,855.00 appropriation for Jackson County Courthouse exterior improvements
• Property tax credit ordinance for eligible taxpayers under SB190
• Proposed allocation of the three percent non-medical marijuana sales tax
• Legal services agreement with Hardwick Law Firm, LLC, not to exceed $100,000.00
• Supply contracts for turf chemicals for the Parks + Rec Department

The committee recommended the passage of resolutions regarding marijuana tax allocation, turf chemical contracts, and legal services. It recommended that Ordinance #5774 regarding a property tax credit not be perfected. Two other ordinances were held.

• Recommended do not perfect Ordinance #5774 regarding property tax credits (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21383 for non-medical marijuana sales tax allocation (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21387 for Parks + Rec turf chemical contracts (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21388 for legal services agreement with Hardwick Law Firm, LLC not to exceed $100,000.00 (voice vote)
• Held Ordinance #5783 for Jackson County Courthouse exterior improvements
• Held Ordinance #5787 regarding property tax credits

Budget Committee

The Jackson County Budget Committee will conduct budget hearings for several departments, including Information Technology and the Election Board. The committee is also reviewing ordinances regarding courthouse improvements and software contracts.

• $5,597,855 contract for exterior improvements to the Jackson County Courthouse
• $200,000 appropriation for Zencity community engagement software from the 2023 ARPA Fund
• $44,711 contract for workforce monitoring software for the new detention center project
• Transfer of surplus Sheriff’s Office property to Lone Jack Fire Protection District
• Ordinance regarding a property tax credit for eligible Jackson County taxpayers

The committee recommended the passage of two resolutions regarding property transfer and software procurement. Three ordinances remained on hold. The meeting included projected budget hearings for several county departments.

• Recommended passage of Resolution 21373 to transfer surplus Sheriff’s Office property to Lone Jack Fire Protection District
• Recommended passage of Resolution 21376 to award a $44,710.63 contract to LCPtracker for workforce monitoring software
• Held Ordinance 5770 regarding $200,000 for Zencity community engagement software
• Held Ordinance 5774 regarding property tax credits
• Held Ordinance 5783 regarding $5,597,855 for Jackson County Courthouse exterior improvements

County Legislature

The County Legislature adopted Ordinance #5775 to rezone a 10-acre tract from Agricultural to Residential Ranchette. Members also approved a contract for crushed rock and a resolution recommending changes to state tax collection dates. Representatives from the Sports Complex Authority provided updates on lease negotiations with the Chiefs and Royals.

• Adopted Ordinance #5775 rezoning 10.00± acre tract from District AG to District RR (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21346 recommending Missouri state statute amendment for mid-year tax collection (5-3)
• Adopted Resolution #21375 awarding crushed rock contract to AA Quarry, LLC (8-0)
• Adopted Resolutions #21385, #21386, and #21389
• Perfected Ordinances #5775, #5776, #5777, #5778, #5779, #5780, #5781, and #5782
• Withdrawn: Ordinance #5770 regarding $200,000 for Zencity community survey software

Land Use Committee

The committee will hold public hearings for ordinances #5775 through #5781 regarding various land rezonings and a communication tower permit renewal. It will also consider awarding a crushed rock supply contract to AA Quarry, LLC.

• Public hearings for rezoning ordinances #5775-#5781
• Renewal of a conditional use permit for a 190-foot communication tower
• Crushed rock supply contract award to AA Quarry, LLC

The committee voted to recommend seven ordinances related to land rezoning and a communication tower permit for perfection. A resolution to award a crushed rock supply contract to AA Quarry, LLC resulted in a tie and received no recommendation.

• Recommended Ordinance #5775 rezoning 10.00± acres from AG to RR (voice vote)
• Recommended Ordinance #5776 rezoning 6.75± acres from AG to RE and 12.07± acres from RE to AG (voice vote)
• Recommended Ordinance #5777 rezoning 7.00± acres from AG to RR (voice vote)
• Recommended Ordinance #5778 granting a 50-year CUP for a 190-foot communication tower (voice vote)
• Recommended Ordinance #5779 rezoning 5.00± acres from AG to RR (voice vote)
• Recommended Ordinance #5780 rezoning 3.00± acres from AG to RE (voice vote)
• Recommended Ordinance #5781 rezoning 10.00± acres from AG to RE (voice vote)
• Resolution 21375 for AA Quarry, LLC crushed rock contract received no recommendation (tie vote)

Anti-Crime Committee

The Anti-Crime Committee is reviewing an ordinance regarding the 2023 Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund. The proposal involves transferring $160,000.00 and appropriating $349,292.00 to accept a federal grant awarded to the Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force.

• Transfer of $160,000.00 within the 2023 Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund
• Appropriation of $349,292.00 from the undesignated fund balance
• Acceptance of the 2023 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for the Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force

The Anti-Crime Committee recommended for perfection Ordinance #5786. This ordinance involves transferring and appropriating funds to accept a 2023 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for the Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Task Force.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5786 to transfer $160,000 and appropriate $349,292 from the 2023 Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund (Voice vote)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The committee will review an ordinance to purchase a dishwasher from Federal Supply USA. They are also considering a resolution to fund a media campaign for Department of Corrections staff recruitment.

• Ordinance to award a contract to Federal Supply USA for a dishwasher at $57,029.55
• Resolution to transfer $40,000 within the 2023 General Fund for recruitment media

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee recommended the approval of two funding requests. One involves a contract for a dishwasher and the other a media campaign to fill staff positions for the Department of Corrections.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5785 to award $57,029.55 contract to Federal Supply USA for a dishwasher (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21374 to transfer $40,000.00 for Department of Corrections staff recruitment media campaign (voice vote)

Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee

The Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee is reviewing an ordinance regarding guidelines for citizen initiative, referendum, and recall petitions. The committee is also considering a resolution to recommend amending Missouri state statute to allow for mid-year tax collection.

• Ordinance setting guidelines for citizen initiative, referendum, and recall petitions
• Resolution recommending an amendment to Missouri state statute regarding mid-year tax collection dates

The Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee recommended the perfection of an ordinance regarding citizen initiatives, referendums, and recall petitions. The committee also recommended the passage of a resolution to seek a change in Missouri state statute for tax collection dates.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5782 regarding citizen initiative, referendum, and recall petition guidelines (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21346 to amend Missouri state statute for mid-year tax collection (voice vote)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will hold a public hearing regarding Ordinance #5774. This ordinance relates to a property tax credit for eligible taxpayers within Jackson County in accordance with Revised Statutes of Missouri §137.1050.

• Public Hearing for Ordinance #5774 (property tax credit)

The Budget Committee conducted a public hearing regarding Ordinance #5774. This ordinance relates to a property tax credit for eligible taxpayers in Jackson County. No final vote or decision was recorded in the minutes.

• Held public hearing for Ordinance #5774 regarding property tax credits

Budget Committee

The Jackson County Budget Committee will hold a public hearing regarding Ordinance #5774. This ordinance relates to a property tax credit for eligible taxpayers within Jackson County.

• Public hearing for Ordinance #5774 (property tax credit)

The Budget Committee conducted a public hearing regarding Ordinance #5774. The minutes do not record a final vote or decision on the ordinance.

• Held public hearing for Ordinance #5774 regarding property tax credits

Anti-Crime Committee

The Anti-Crime Committee is reviewing a resolution regarding the 2023 Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund. The proposal involves transferring $500,000.00 to provide outpatient substance abuse treatment for the 16th Circuit Court of Jackson County.

• $500,000.00 transfer within the 2023 Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund

The Anti-Crime Committee reviewed a resolution to transfer funds within the 2023 Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund. The committee recommended the adoption of this transfer to provide outpatient substance abuse treatment for the 16th Circuit Court of Jackson County.

• Recommended adoption of Resolution 21356 to transfer $500,000.00 for outpatient substance abuse treatment

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is reviewing a resolution to award term and supply contracts for turf chemicals. These contracts would provide supplies for the Parks + Rec Department via three different companies.

• Resolution for turf chemical supply contracts (Invitation to Bid No. 23-047)
• Van Diest Supply Company of Webster City, Iowa
• Advanced Turf Solutions of Fishers, Indiana
• SiteOne Landscape Supply of Cleveland, Ohio

The Public Works Committee voted to recommend the passage of Resolution #21364. This resolution awards supply contracts for turf chemicals for the Parks + Rec Department to three companies.

• Recommended passage of Resolution #21364 to award turf chemical contracts to Van Diest Supply Company, Advanced Turf Solutions, and SiteOne Landscape Supply (voice vote)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The committee is reviewing a resolution to award a contract to Shawnee F LLC d/b/a Shawnee Mission Ford. The contract would provide two 2024 Ford Transit T-350 cargo vans for use by the Detention Center.

• Resolution awarding $111,544.00 to Shawnee F LLC for two 2024 Ford Transit T-350 cargo vans

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee recommended the approval of a contract for two 2024 Ford Transit T-350 cargo vans. The vehicles are intended for use by the Detention Center.

• Recommended passing Resolution #21365 to award $111,544.00 contract to Shawnee Mission Ford (voice vote)

County Legislature

The legislature is reviewing an ordinance to appropriate $23,000,000 from ARPA funds for construction at the 1300 Washington Administration Building and local courthouses. The agenda also includes property tax credit updates, various land rezoning requests, and a request for a state audit of the county's property assessment process.

• $23,000,000 appropriation for 1300 Washington, Downtown Courthouse, and Historic Truman Courthouse improvements
• $200,000 contract for community engagement software from Zencity
• $1,522,694 transfer for the replacement of the KCPD Unified Computing System
• Multiple rezoning requests for agricultural tracts to residential districts
• $111,544 contract for two Ford Transit cargo vans for the Detention Center

The County Legislature defeated a proposal to allocate $23 million in ARPA funds for building improvements. However, it approved several other funding measures, including a $1.5 million transfer for the KCPD computing system and a $500,000 allocation for substance abuse treatment.

• Defeated Ordinance #5767 to appropriate $23M for 1300 Washington Administration Building, Downtown Courthouse, and Historic Truman Courthouse (1-8)
• Approved Resolution #21366 transferring $1,522,693.97 for KCPD Unified Computing System replacement (9-0)
• Approved Resolution #21356 transferring $500,000 for outpatient substance abuse treatment for the 16th Circuit Court (9-0)
• Approved Resolution #21365 awarding $111,544 contract to Shawnee Mission Ford for two cargo vans (9-0)
• Defeated Resolution #21364 for turf chemical contracts after a motion to reconsider (4-5)
• Approved Ordinance #5784 appropriating $90,000 in grant funds for the Family Court Division (roll call incomplete)

911 Oversight Committee

The 911 Oversight Committee is reviewing a resolution regarding the 2023 E-911 System Fund. The proposal involves transferring funds for equipment replacement within the Kansas City Missouri Police Department.

• Resolution to transfer $1,522,693.97 within the 2023 E-911 System Fund
• Authorization of a $1,522,694.00 check for KCPD Unified Computing System replacement

The 911 Oversight Committee recommended the passage of Resolution #21366. This action involves transferring funds within the 2023 E-911 System Fund to pay for the replacement of the KCPD Unified Computing System.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21366 to transfer $1,522,693.97 for KCPD Unified Computing System replacement (voice vote)

Budget Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing on Ordinance #5767 to appropriate $23,000,000 from the 2022 ARPA Fund for various building improvements. The agenda also includes budget hearings for several county departments and a contract for community engagement software.

• $23,000,000 appropriation for construction at 1300 Washington, Downtown Courthouse, and Historic Truman Courthouse (Ordinance #5767)
• $200,000 contract with Zencity for community engagement software (Ordinance #5770)
• Property tax credit ordinance (Ordinance #5774)
• Budget hearings for EHRCC, Recorder of Deeds, Family Support, and Finance, Budget, Purchasing departments

The Budget Committee conducted public hearings regarding Ordinance #5767, #5770, and #5774. The minutes do not record any final votes or decisions on these items.

• Held public hearing for Ordinance #5767 regarding $23M in ARPA funds for building improvements
• Held public hearing for Ordinance #5770 regarding $200,000 for Zencity software
• Held public hearing for Ordinance #5774 regarding a property tax credit

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature will receive a presentation and updates regarding the Jackson County Detention Center. No other ordinances, resolutions, or communications are scheduled for this special meeting.

• Presentation and updates on the Jackson County Detention Center

The County Legislature held a special meeting to receive a construction update on the new Jackson County Detention Center. Representatives discussed potential joint facility options with the City of Kansas City and a September 15, 2023, deadline for an indemnification agreement.

• Approved the journal of the August 14, 2023 meeting (voice vote)

Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee

The Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee is reviewing resolutions regarding property tax procedures. These include proposals to change the state tax collection date and review the assessment process for defects.

• Resolution to recommend changing the Missouri state tax collection date to mid-year
• Resolution requesting a Board of Equalization review of the assessment process
• Resolution to enact a property tax credit for senior citizens under Senate Bill 190

The Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee voted to recommend the passage of two resolutions regarding property taxes. One resolution requests a review of the assessment process for defects, and the other seeks to enact a property tax credit for senior citizens.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21360 regarding Board of Equalization assessment review (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21362 regarding property tax credit for senior citizens (voice vote)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance and Audit Committee is reviewing resolutions to award several supply and service contracts. These include agreements for petroleum products, trailer repairs, and vehicle maintenance for various county departments. The proposed contracts are for 24 months with a one-year extension option.

• Petroleum product supply contract to Heathwood Oil of Kansas City, KS
• Trailer maintenance and repair contract to Reign Enterprises, LLC
• Vehicle maintenance and repair contracts involving multiple vendors including AAMCO Blue Springs and Metro Ford

The committee reviewed and recommended the approval of three resolutions for county supply and maintenance contracts. All three recommendations passed by voice vote.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21349 for petroleum products contract with Heathwood Oil (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21350 for trailer maintenance and repair contract with Reign Enterprises, LLC (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21357 for auto, truck, and motorcycle maintenance contracts with seven vendors (voice vote)

Anti-Crime Committee

The Anti-Crime Committee is reviewing a resolution to transfer funds within the 2023 Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund. The proposal would provide outpatient substance abuse treatment services for use by the 16th Circuit Court of Jackson County.

• $500,000.00 fund transfer for outpatient substance abuse treatment

The committee reviewed a resolution to transfer $500,000 within the 2023 Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund. The committee held the resolution until the following meeting; no other actions were taken.

• Held Resolution 21356 regarding $500,000 transfer for outpatient substance abuse treatment

Budget Committee

The committee is reviewing ordinances to appropriate ARPA funds for renovations at the 1300 Washington Administration Building, Downtown Courthouse, and Historic Truman Courthouse. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding property tax credits.

• $23,000,000 appropriation for improvements to 1300 Washington Administration Building, Downtown Courthouse, and Historic Truman Courthouse
• $200,000 contract with Zencity for community survey and engagement software
• Public hearing regarding property tax credits under Ordinance #5774

The Budget Committee conducted public hearings for Collections, County Municipal Court, Detention Center Population Control, and Environmental Health. Three ordinances regarding ARPA funding, community survey software, and property tax credits were listed as being on hold.

• Ordinance 5767 (ARPA funding for building improvements) held
• Ordinance 5770 (Zencity software contract) held
• Ordinance 5774 (Property tax credit) held

County Legislature

The legislature is reviewing several ordinances, including a $23 million appropriation for building improvements using ARPA funds. The agenda also includes property tax credit proposals, various service contracts, and multiple rezoning requests.

• $23,000,000 appropriation for 1300 Washington, Downtown Courthouse, and Truman Courthouse improvements
• $1,522,694 transfer to replace the KCPD Unified Computing System
• Ordinance regarding property tax credits under Senate Bill 190
• Rezoning of several agricultural tracts to residential districts
• $500,000 transfer for substance abuse treatment in the 16th Circuit Court

The County Legislature defeated a resolution to enact a property tax credit for senior citizens under Senate Bill 190. The body approved several supply contracts and a grant for the Family Court Division via a consent agenda. Members also discussed the Board of Equalization's progress in resolving property assessment appeals.

• Defeated Resolution #21362 to enact SB190 senior property tax relief (3-6)
• Adopted Resolution #21352 honoring Jessica McCallop-McClellan (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance #5772 appropriating $18,000 grant for Juvenile Justice Program Assistance (9-0)
• Approved Resolution #21349 for petroleum products contract with Heathwood Oil (9-0)
• Approved Resolution #21350 for trailer maintenance contract with Reign Enterprises, LLC (9-0)
• Approved Resolution #21357 for auto and truck repair contracts with multiple vendors (9-0)
• Approved Resolution #21359 transferring $125,000 for Detention Center supplies and services (9-0)
• Approved Resolution #21360 requesting Board of Equalization review of assessment process (9-0)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee is reviewing a resolution to transfer funds within the 2023 General Fund. The proposed transfer would cover office supplies, interpreter services, inmate food services, and hazardous waste disposal for the Jackson County Detention Center.

• Resolution transferring $125,000.00 within the 2023 General Fund

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee voted to recommend the passage of Resolution #21359. This action would move $125,000 within the 2023 General Fund to cover specific operational costs for the Jackson County Detention Center.

• Recommended passage of Resolution #21359 to transfer $125,000 for office supplies, interpreter services, inmate food services, and hazardous waste disposal (voice vote)

Health & Environment Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing regarding Ordinance #5769 to appropriate $3,000,000.00 from the 2023 Health Fund for an opioid treatment center. The meeting also includes a discussion on sheriff staffing, wages, and retention.

• Public hearing for Ordinance #5769 regarding an opioid treatment center
• Appropriation of $3,000,000.00 from the 2023 Health Fund using opioid settlement funds
• Discussion on Sheriff Darryl L. Forté's staffing, wages, and retention

The Health and Environment Committee recommended the passage of Ordinance #5769. This ordinance appropriates $3 million from the 2023 Health Fund, using opioid class action settlement funds, to build a new opioid treatment center via an agreement with University Health.

• Recommended perfect and pass Ordinance #5769 to appropriate $3,000,000.00 for an opioid treatment center (voice vote)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The committee is considering a resolution to award a contract for healthcare services at the Jackson County Detention Center. The proposal covers medical, dental, and pharmaceutical care provided by Advanced Correctional Healthcare of Peoria, IL.

• Resolution for inmate medical, dental, and pharmaceutical services
• Contract with Advanced Correctional Healthcare of Peoria, IL
• 2023 cost not to exceed $3,408,500.00

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee voted to recommend the approval of a contract for medical, dental, and pharmaceutical services for the Jackson County Detention Center. The proposed provider is Advanced Correctional Healthcare of Peoria, IL.

• Recommended approval of Resolution #21351 to award a 36-month contract to Advanced Correctional Healthcare of Peoria, IL (voice vote)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will conduct budget hearings for several county departments and review ordinances regarding fund appropriations. Proposed items include funding for courthouse renovations and a contract for community engagement software.

• $23,000,000 appropriation for improvements to 1300 Washington Administration Building, Downtown Courthouse, and Historic Truman Courthouse
• $200,000 appropriation for community surveys and engagement software contract with Zencity
• Budget hearings for Clerk of the County Legislature, County Counselor, COMBAT, Communications, Corrections, and County Administration
• City & County Detention Center Collaboration Update

The committee conducted projected budget hearings for several county departments. Two ordinances regarding ARPA fund appropriations were placed on hold. No final votes or approvals were recorded.

• Ordinance 5767 ($23M for building improvements) placed on hold
• Ordinance 5770 ($200,000 for Zencity software contract) placed on hold

County Legislature

The Legislature is reviewing ordinances to appropriate $23,000,000.00 for improvements to the 1300 Washington Building and local courthouses. The agenda also includes a proposal for a new opioid treatment center using $3,000,000.00 in settlement funds.

• Appropriation of $23,000,000.00 for building improvements and furnishings
• Appropriation of $3,000,000.00 for a new opioid treatment center
• Contract for inmate medical services not to exceed $3,408,500.00
• Ordinance regarding Jackson County building code updates
• Resolution urging the County Executive to withhold payments to Tyler Technologies

The County Legislature voted to withhold future payments to Tyler Technologies regarding assessment data and reassessment services. The body also approved funding for a new opioid treatment center and medical services for inmates.

• Adopted Resolution #21358 to withhold future payments to Tyler Technologies (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #5769 appropriating $3M for a new opioid treatment center (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21351 for inmate medical, dental, and pharmaceutical services not to exceed $3,408,500 (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #5768 appropriating $25,000 for the Jackson County Drug Task Force (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #5765 repealing and enacting building code sections (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21361 congratulating the Taylor family on their reunion (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21363 to hold a closed meeting with the County Counselor (9-0)
• Perfected Ordinance #5769 for $23M in building improvements (voice vote)

Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee

The Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee is reviewing two resolutions concerning Missouri state statutes. One resolution supports Missouri State Bill 190 for real property tax relief, and another proposes changing the annual tax collection date to mid-year.

• Resolution supporting Missouri State Bill 190 for real property tax relief
• Resolution to recommend a mid-year tax collection date instead of December 31st

The Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee reviewed two resolutions. One resolution regarding property tax relief received no recommendation, and another regarding tax collection dates was held.

• No recommendation for Resolution #21323 regarding Missouri Senate Bill 190 (voice vote)
• Held Resolution #21346 regarding mid-year tax collection dates

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing a grant appropriation for the Family Court Division. The committee is also considering contracts for petroleum products and trailer maintenance services.

• $18,000 grant appropriation for the Juvenile Justice Program Assistance Grant
• Petroleum product supply contract to Heathwood Oil of Kansas City, KS
• Trailer maintenance and repair contract to Reign Enterprises, LLC

The committee recommended for perfection an ordinance to appropriate grant funds for the Family Court Division. Two resolutions regarding supply contracts for petroleum products and trailer maintenance were placed on hold.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5772 to appropriate $18,000 for the Juvenile Justice Program Assistance Grant (voice vote)
• Held Resolution 21349 regarding petroleum products contract for Heathwood Oil
• Held Resolution 21350 regarding trailer maintenance and repair contract for Reign Enterprises, LLC

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing a resolution to authorize a cooperative agreement with the Jackson County Historical Society. This agreement would provide record archiving services at an actual cost of $36,000.00 to the County.

• Resolution for record archiving services with Jackson County Historical Society ($36,000.00)

The Finance and Audit Committee recommended the passage of Resolution #21341. This resolution authorizes the County Executive to enter a Cooperative Agreement with the Jackson County Historical Society for record archiving services.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21341 for $36,000 record archiving agreement (voice vote)

Health & Environment Committee

The committee is reviewing an ordinance to appropriate $3,000,000.00 from the 2023 Health Fund's Undesignated Fund Balance. These funds are accepted from an opioid class action legal settlement. The ordinance authorizes an agreement with University Health for the construction of a new opioid treatment center.

• $3,000,000.00 appropriation for a new opioid treatment center
• Agreement with University Health for facility construction
• Use of funds from the opioid class action legal settlement

The committee reviewed Ordinance 5769 regarding the appropriation of $3,000,000.00 for a new opioid treatment center. The item was held in committee.

• Held Ordinance 5769 to appropriate $3,000,000.00 for an opioid treatment center

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

Assessment Director Gail McCann Beatty and BOE Manager Gladys Howard will discuss diversity, equity, and inclusion issues related to the 2023 assessment cycle. There are no ordinances or resolutions in committee for this meeting.

• Discussion of DEI issues and efforts surrounding '23 assessment cycle

The meeting was held with four members present. No ordinances or resolutions were in committee, and no actions were recorded.

Budget Committee

The committee will review presentations on digital equity and federal grant opportunities. It also plans to hold budget hearings for several county departments. Members will consider ordinances regarding building codes and fund appropriations for courthouse renovations and drug task force grants.

• $23,000,000 ARPA appropriation for 1300 Washington, Downtown Courthouse, and Historic Truman Courthouse improvements
• $25,000 grant acceptance from the US Office of National Drug Control Policy for the Drug Task Force
• Ordinance to repeal and replace building code sections 5400 and 5410
• $117,460 fund transfer for Circuit Court contact infrastructure
• Budget hearings for Assessment, Board of Equalization, Circuit Court, and Clerk of the County Legislature

The committee recommended the passage of two ordinances regarding the building code and a drug task force grant. One ordinance for building improvements and a resolution for court contact infrastructure were held.

• Recommended perfect and pass Ordinance #5765 relating to the building code (voice vote)
• Recommended perfect and pass Ordinance #5768 appropriating $25,000.00 for the Jackson County Drug Task Force (voice vote)
• Held Ordinance #5767 appropriating $23,000,000.00 for administration and courthouse improvements (voice vote)
• Held Resolution 21340 to transfer $117,460.00 for Jackson County Circuit Court contact infrastructure

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee will consider a resolution regarding the Board of Equalization's appeals deadline. This measure expresses intent to request an extension for real property valuation appeals. The goal is to allow taxpayers adequate time to file and for taxing jurisdictions to consider rolling back levies.

• Resolution to extend the real property valuation appeals deadline

The Land Use Committee reviewed Resolution #21334 regarding the Board of Equalization's real property valuation appeals deadline. The committee voted to make no recommendation on the resolution.

• No recommendation for Resolution #21334 (passed by voice vote)

County Legislature

The legislature is reviewing ordinances regarding fund appropriations and contract awards. Key items include funding for courthouse renovations and the construction of a new opioid treatment center. The agenda also includes grants for drug task force operations and inmate medical services.

• $23,000,000 appropriation for improvements to 1300 Washington, Downtown, and Truman Courthouses
• $3,000,000 appropriation from opioid settlement funds for a new treatment center
• $3,408,500 contract for medical, dental, and pharmaceutical services for inmates
• $25,000 grant acceptance for the Jackson County Drug Task Force
• $200,000 appropriation for community survey and engagement software

The County Legislature adopted several funding measures, including grants for drug investigations and a contract for historical record archiving. The body also reviewed the 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, which received an unmodified opinion.

• Adopted Ordinance #5766: $10,000 for 'Operation Twisted Tiger' drug investigation overtime (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21340: $117,460 for C1CX contact infrastructure for Circuit Court (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21341: $36,000 for Jackson County Historical Society archiving services (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #5771: $6,000 grant for Family Court Division (9-0)
• Perfected Ordinance #5765: Repeal and replacement of building code sections (9-0)
• Perfected Ordinance #5768: $25,000 grant for Jackson County Drug Task Force (9-0)
• Tabled Ordinance #5767: $23M for administration and courthouse improvements pending County Executive attendance

Finance & Audit Committee

The Jackson County Finance & Audit Committee is considering resolutions to award various service and supply contracts. These items include agreements for HVAC services, appointment management software, batteries, and car wash services for county departments.

• HVAC services contract with U.S. Engineering Service, LLC and Emcor Services Fagan
• $9,450.00 appointment management software purchase from Q-Less Software
• Battery supply contracts for various county equipment
• Car wash and detailing services contract

The committee voted to recommend the passage of four resolutions awarding contracts for HVAC services, appointment software, batteries, and car wash services. All recommendations passed by voice vote.

• Recommended Resolution #21328 for HVAC services to U.S. Engineering Service, LLC and Emcor Services Fagan (voice vote)
• Recommended Resolution #21329 for appointment management software to Q-Less Software for $9,450.00 (voice vote)
• Recommended Resolution #21331 for batteries to Factory Motor Parts, DSR Partners dba Batteries Plus Bulbs, and RKJ Batteries, Inc. (voice vote)
• Recommended Resolution #21337 for car wash and detailing services to Cable Dahmer Automotive, Rynse Inc., and Tidal Wave Auto Spa (voice vote)

Rules Committee

The Rules Committee will consider a resolution to amend legislative rules 16, 19, and 22. These proposed changes relate to sponsorship procedures within the legislature.

• Resolution 21330: Amending Rules 16, 19, and 22 regarding sponsorship

The Rules Committee reviewed Resolution 21330 regarding the Rules of the Jackson County Legislature. The committee voted to amend the resolution and recommend its adoption as amended.

• Voted to amend and recommend adoption of Resolution 21330 relating to sponsorship (vote tally not recorded)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice & Law Enforcement Committee is reviewing several funding transfers and contract awards. These include reimbursement for a drug investigation and equipment purchases for the Sheriff’s Office and Detention Center.

• $10,000.00 transfer for "Operation Twisted Tiger" overtime expenses
• $29,950.00 contract for ten Stalker DSR 2- Antenna dash mount radar units
• $10,554.00 contract for COMBAT website software maintenance
• $11,357.00 contract for identification wristbands and equipment for the Detention Center

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee recommended the approval of one ordinance and three resolutions. These actions include funding for a joint drug investigation and the purchase of radar units, website maintenance, and inmate identification wristbands.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5766 to appropriate $10,000.00 for 'Operation Twisted Tiger' overtime expenses (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21325 to award $29,950.00 contract to Applied Concepts, Inc. for ten radar units (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21333 to award $10,554.00 sole source contract to CivicPlus for COMBAT website maintenance (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21335 to award $11,357.00 sole source contract to Precision Dynamics Corp for inmate identification wristbands (voice vote)

Budget Committee

The Jackson County Budget Committee will consider ordinances to update the building code and appropriate $23,000,000 from the 2022 ARPA Fund. The meeting includes a presentation by Communications Director Angie Jeffries and a review of a 911 system needs assessment agreement.

• Ordinance updating Jackson County Building Code sections 5400 and 5410
• $23,000,000 ARPA Fund appropriation for building improvements
• $17,000,000 for 1300 Washington Administration Building construction/furnishings
• $6,000,000 for Downtown and Historic Truman Courthouse improvements
• Agreement with Mid-America Regional Council for a 911 System Needs Assessment up to $200,000

The committee recommended the passage of a resolution for a 911 System Needs Assessment. Two ordinances regarding the building code and facility improvements were held. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21326 for 911 System Needs Assessment not to exceed $200,000 (voice vote)
• Held Ordinance #5765 regarding building code (voice vote)
• Held Ordinance #5767 appropriating $23,000,000 from 2022 ARPA Fund for building improvements (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Legislature is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions regarding county infrastructure, law enforcement funding, and equipment purchases. Key items include multi-million dollar improvements to the Downtown and Historic Truman Courthouses using ARPA funds. The agenda also includes proposals for new park equipment and drug task force grants.

• $23,000,000 appropriation for building improvements at 1300 Washington and local courthouses
• $1,270,618 contract for thirty-eight boats and two trailers for the Parks + Rec Department
• $3,000,000 appropriation from opioid settlement funds for a new treatment center
• $29,950 contract for radar units for the Sheriff’s Office
• $200,000 agreement for a County 911 System Needs Assessment

The County Legislature adopted a series of resolutions for equipment, software, and service contracts via a consent agenda. The body also approved amendments to the Rules of the Jackson County Legislature regarding sponsorship. Additionally, legislators discussed property reassessment processes and Sunshine Law requests.

• Adopted amendments to Legislature Rules 16, 19, and 22 regarding sponsorship (8-1)
• Approved $400,000 for Workday implementation project management services
• Approved $1,270,618 contract for 38 boats and two trailers for Parks + Rec
• Approved $200,000 for a County 911 System Needs Assessment
• Approved $29,950 for 10 radar units for the Sheriff’s Office
• Approved $11,357 for Detention Center identification wristbands
• Approved $9,450 for appointment management software for the Clerk of the Legislature
• Approved $10,554 for COMBAT website software maintenance

Land Use Committee

The Jackson County Land Use Committee is reviewing resolutions regarding Parks + Rec equipment and property tax procedures. The committee is also considering a request to extend the deadline for real property valuation appeals.

• $1,270,618.00 contract for 38 boats and two trailers from LSK Lebanon, Inc.
• $20,754.00 transfer for a John Deere aerator purchase
• Request to extend the real property valuation appeals deadline
• MOU with University Health for a new exterior canopy at no cost to the County

The committee recommended passing resolutions for a boat contract, an aerator purchase, and a University Health canopy agreement. One resolution regarding real property valuation appeal deadlines was held.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21327 to transfer $20,754.00 for an aerator from John Deere & Company (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21332 to award $1,270,618.00 contract for 38 boats and 2 trailers to LSK Lebanon, Inc. (voice vote)
• Held Resolution #21334 regarding the Board of Equalization real property valuation appeals deadline (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21338 to execute an MOU and Restrictive Covenant with University Health for a new exterior canopy (voice vote)

Veterans Committee

The Jackson County Veterans Committee meeting on July 10, 2023, has no ordinances or resolutions in committee. The agenda includes a discussion topic regarding the Missouri Veterans Commission.

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance and Audit Committee recommended the passage of four resolutions. These include a proposal to use a flat 15% real property tax rate increase based on 2019 valuations and three supply and service contracts.

• Recommended passage of Resolution #21314 for safety equipment and supplies contracts (voice vote)
• Recommended passage of Resolution #21317 for roofing services contract with Delta Innovative Services (voice vote)
• Recommended passage of Resolution #21318 for $6,844.00 hardware and software maintenance contract with Granicus (voice vote)
• Recommended passage of Resolution #21324 to utilize a flat real property tax rate increase of 15% of 2019 tax valuations (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Legislature is considering an ordinance to hold a special election on November 7, 2023, regarding a local use tax. The agenda also includes proposals for $23,000,000.00 in ARPA fund appropriations for improvements to the 1300 Washington Administration Building and courthouses.

• Ordinance to submit a local use tax question to voters at a November 7, 2023, special election
• Proposed $23,000,000.00 ARPA fund appropriation for improvements to the 1300 Washington Building and courthouses
• Resolution regarding contracts for the removal and storage of Andrew Jackson statues from courthouse grounds
• Contract award of $1,270,618.00 for thirty-eight boats and two trailers for Parks + Rec
• Ordinance to appropriate $400,000.00 for Workday implementation project management services

The County Legislature adopted an ordinance to place a question regarding a local use tax on the November 7, 2023 ballot. It also updated the pay schedule for non-merit system associates and authorized the removal of Andrew Jackson statues.

• Adopted Ordinance #5764 to hold a special election on Nov 7, 2023, for a local use tax (6-2)
• Adopted Ordinance #5763 updating the pay schedule for County associates not in the Merit System (7-1)
• Adopted Resolution #21310 to award contracts for removing Andrew Jackson statues and installing a Harry S. Truman statue (7-1)
• Approved journal of the June 26, 2023 meeting (voice vote)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will hold a public hearing on Ordinance #5749 regarding Workday project management funding. The committee is also reviewing proposals for a local use tax and several technology-related contracts.

• Public hearing for $400,000 appropriation for Workday project management
• Proposed local use tax at the November 7, 2023, special election
• Contract for removal and storage of Andrew Jackson statues
• Change order for CentralSquare Technology LLC jail information services
• Software maintenance contract with TimeKeeping Systems, Inc. for inmate tracking

The Budget Committee reviewed and recommended the passage of three ordinances and three resolutions. These include a proposed special election for a local use tax and funding for project management and software services.

• Recommended perfect and pass Ordinance #5749 to appropriate $400,000.00 for Workday implementation project management
• Recommended perfect and pass Ordinance #5763 to update the schedule for County associates not within the Merit System
• Recommended perfect and pass Ordinance #5764 to submit a local use tax question to voters on November 7, 2023
• Recommended do pass Resolution 21310 for removal/storage of Andrew Jackson statues and installation of a Harry S. Truman statue
• Recommended do pass Resolution 21315 to transfer $13,618.00 for CentralSquare Technology LLC change orders
• Recommended do pass Resolution 21320 to transfer $13,670.00 for TimeKeeping Systems, Inc. software maintenance

Health & Environment Committee

The Health & Environment Committee will hear a presentation from the Parks and Recreation Department and the Public Works Department. There are no ordinances or resolutions currently in committee for this meeting.

• Presentation by Parks and Recreation Department & Public Works Department

The committee received presentations from the Parks and Recreation Department and the Public Works Department. No ordinances or resolutions were considered during the meeting.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

The Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee will continue conversations held on June 12 and June 26. No new ordinances or resolutions are scheduled for consideration at this meeting.

• Continuation of previous discussions from June 12 and June 26

The committee met to continue conversations from June 12 and June 26. No ordinances or resolutions were in committee, and no substantive decisions were recorded.

Public Works Committee

The committee is considering a resolution to award a contract for on-call geotechnical testing services. These services would be used by the Public Works and Parks + Rec Departments. The proposed agreement with Olsson, Inc. includes a twenty-four-month term with two twelve-month options to extend.

• Resolution to award Olsson, Inc. a contract for geotechnical testing services
• Contract covers Public Works and Parks + Rec Departments
• Term includes 24 months plus two 12-month extension options

The Public Works Committee voted to recommend the passage of Resolution #21316. This resolution awards a contract for on-call geotechnical testing services to Olsson, Inc. of Olathe, KS.

• Recommended passage of Resolution #21316 to award geotechnical testing contract to Olsson, Inc. (Voice vote)

Anti-Crime Committee

The Anti-Crime Committee is reviewing a resolution to award a contract for the purchase of three passenger vehicles. These vehicles are intended for use by the Drug Task Force.

• Resolution to award a $147,222.00 contract to Lou Fusz Motor Company for three passenger vehicles

The Anti-Crime Committee recommended the approval of Resolution #21308. This resolution awards a contract to Lou Fusz Motor Company for three passenger vehicles.

• Recommended approval of Resolution #21308 to award $147,222.00 contract to Lou Fusz Motor Company (voice vote)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee is reviewing a resolution regarding the Sheriff's office. The measure would authorize a contract with the 16th Circuit Court of Missouri's Family Court Division. This agreement would provide deputies to assist with the Connections supervised visitation program.

• Resolution authorizing the Sheriff to execute a contract with the 16th Circuit Court of Missouri for deputy services in the Connections supervised visitation program

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee reviewed and recommended the passage of Resolution #21304. This resolution authorizes the Sheriff to contract with the Family Court Division of the 16th Circuit Court of Missouri to provide deputies for the Connections supervised visitation program.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21304 (voice vote)

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

The meeting agenda contains no new ordinances or resolutions. The only item listed is a continuation of a conversation from June 12, 2023.

• No new ordinances or resolutions are scheduled for this meeting.

The Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee met to continue a conversation from June 12, 2023. No ordinances or resolutions were in committee, and no formal actions were taken.

Health & Environment Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance to replace several sections of the Jackson County Code regarding animal control with nine new sections and a penalty provision. The committee will also review a resolution for a summer food service program agreement with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services.

• Proposed updates to animal control ordinances and penalties
• Participation Agreement with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services for the summer food service program

The Health and Environment Committee reviewed an ordinance to update animal control codes and a resolution for a summer food service program. Both items received recommendations to move forward for approval.

• Recommended to perfect and pass Ordinance 5751 regarding animal control code updates
• Recommended to do pass Resolution 21305 authorizing a Participation Agreement with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services for the summer food service program

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will hold public hearings regarding property assessments and Ordinance #5749. The committee is also reviewing an ordinance to appropriate $400,000 for Workday implementation project management services. Additionally, a resolution regarding the removal of Andrew Jackson statues is under consideration.

• Public hearing on property assessments
• $400,000 appropriation for Workday implementation project management services
• Ordinance regarding County associates not within the Merit System
• Resolution for removal and storage of Andrew Jackson statues at courthouse grounds

The Budget Committee conducted public hearings regarding Ordinance #5749 and property assessments. Several ordinances and a resolution remained in committee with no recorded votes.

• Held public hearing on Ordinance #5749
• Held public hearing on Property Assessments
• Held Ordinance #5749 (appropriating $400,000 for Workday project management) in committee
• Held Ordinance #5763 (repealing and enacting schedule I to chapter 2 of County Code) in committee
• Held Resolution 21310 (contracts for Andrew Jackson statue removal and storage) in committee

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is reviewing several ordinances, including updates to animal control laws and various land rezoning requests. The agenda also includes contracts for vehicles for the Sheriff’s Office and Drug Task Force. A proposal was introduced to hold a special election in November 2023 regarding a local use tax.

• Proposed Nov. 7, 2023, special election for a local use tax
• $401,880 contract for ten full-size SUVs for the Sheriff’s Office
• $400,000 appropriation for Workday implementation project management
• $147,222 contract for three vehicles for the Drug Task Force
• Rezoning of agricultural tracts to residential or industrial use

The County Legislature adopted a contract for ten full-size SUVs for the Sheriff's Office and approved multiple zoning changes. The body also perfected several ordinances and received updates on the Detention Center Project and property assessment processes.

• Approved $401,880 contract for 10 Sheriff's Office SUVs (8-1)
• Adopted rezoning of 1.00± acre from Agricultural to Residential Suburban (Ord. 5753)
• Adopted rezoning of 5.29± acre from Agricultural to Light Industrial (Ord. 5754)
• Adopted rezoning of 10.00± acre from Agricultural to Residential Ranchette (Ord. 5755)
• Adopted rezoning of 5.24± acre from Agricultural to Light Industrial (Ord. 5756)
• Adopted 20-year renewal of conditional use permit for a mobile home park on 12.08± acre tract (Ord. 5757)
• Adopted Resolutions #21321 and #21322
• Approved journal of the June 15, 2023 meeting (voice vote)

Land Use Committee

The Jackson County Land Use Committee will hold public hearings on Ordinances #5753 through #5762. These items involve rezoning several agricultural tracts for residential or industrial use. The committee will also consider renewing conditional use permits for a mobile home park and a private airport.

• Rezoning 5.29± acre tract from Agricultural to Light Industrial (#5754)
• Rezoning 10.00± acre tract from Agricultural to Residential Ranchette (#5755)
• Renewing a 20-year permit for a mobile home park on 12.08± acres (#5757)
• Renewing a 10-year permit for a private airport on 80.00± acres (#5758)
• Rezoning 13.24± acre tract from Agricultural to Residential Ranchette (#5762)

The Land Use Committee reviewed and recommended for perfection 10 zoning changes and conditional use permit renewals. These actions include rezoning agricultural land for residential and industrial use and renewing permits for a mobile home park, a private airport, and communication equipment.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5753: rezoning 1.00± acre from AG to RS (voice vote)
• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5754: rezoning 5.29± acre from AG to LI (voice vote)
• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5755: rezoning 10.00± acre from AG to RR (voice vote)
• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5756: rezoning 5.24± acre from AG to LI (voice vote)
• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5757: 20-year CUP renewal for mobile home park on 12.08± acre (voice vote)
• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5758: 10-year CUP renewal for private airport on 80.00± acre (voice vote)
• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5759: 25-year CUP renewal for three satellite dish earth stations on 10.00± acre (voice vote)
• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5760: 25-year CUP renewal for 150-ft microwave antenna on 10.00± acre (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is finalizing a $3,500,000.00 appropriation for COVID-19 recovery and public health infrastructure. The agenda also includes discussions on animal control code updates, vehicle contracts for law enforcement, and several zoning changes.

• $3,500,000.00 appropriation for COVID-19 recovery and public health infrastructure
• $401,880.00 contract for ten full-size SUVs for the Sheriff’s Office
• $147,222.00 contract for three passenger vehicles for the Drug Task Force
• $163,000.00 agreement with Swope Health Services for public health services
• Proposed rezonings of agricultural tracts to residential and industrial uses

The County Legislature approved several funding measures, including $3.5 million for COVID-19 recovery and public health infrastructure. The body also nominated three members to the Jackson County Sports Complex Authority and approved public health cooperative agreements.

• Adopted Resolution #21289 nominating Robin Wheeler Sanders, Emmet Pierson Jr., and Shaun Stallworth to the Sports Complex Authority (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21309 transferring funds for public health services not to exceed $3,377,000.00 (8-1)
• Adopted Resolution #21311 for Swope Health Services cooperative agreements not to exceed $163,000.00 (7-0, 1 absent, 1 abstain)
• Approved Ordinance #5740 appropriating $3,500,000.00 from American Rescue Plan Fund for health department (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance #5748 appropriating $32,454.00 for mobile forensic equipment from Grayshift, LLC (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21312 recognizing Juneteenth (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21313 recognizing the service of Donald A. Rankins (9-0)
• Approved journal of the June 12, 2023 meeting (Voice vote)

Budget Committee

The committee is reviewing several fund transfers and service agreements. Items include funding for the Workday implementation project and contracts for public health services. The agenda also includes plans for removing statues from courthouse grounds.

• $400,000 appropriation for Workday implementation project management
• $3,377,000 in fund transfers to authorize cooperative agreements with outside agencies
• Contracts for the removal and storage of Andrew Jackson statues at county courthouses
• $163,000 agreement with Swope Health Services for public health services

The Budget Committee recommended the passage of three resolutions involving public health funding and the removal of Andrew Jackson statues. One ordinance regarding project management services for Workday implementation was held.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21309 to transfer $3,377,000.00 for public health-related and other public services (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21310 to award contracts for the removal and storage of Andrew Jackson statues and site repairs (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21311 to execute Cooperative Agreements with Swope Health Services not to exceed $163,000.00 (voice vote)
• Held Ordinance 5749 to appropriate $400,000.00 for Workday implementation project management services

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee is reviewing a resolution to award a contract for kitchen equipment maintenance at the Detention Center. The proposed agreement with US Engineering Service, LLC includes an initial twelve-month term and two optional one-year extensions.

• Resolution awarding a maintenance contract for Detention Center kitchen equipment to US Engineering Service, LLC

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee reviewed a resolution for kitchen equipment maintenance at the Detention Center. The committee voted to recommend the resolution for passage.

• Recommended passage of Resolution #21295 to award a maintenance contract for Detention Center kitchen equipment to US Engineering Service, LLC (voice vote)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will hold a public hearing regarding ordinances for COVID-19 recovery and vaccination outreach. The committee will also consider funding for project management, a court vehicle, and park equipment.

• Public hearing on $3,500,000 for Health Department COVID-19 recovery (Ordinance 5740)
• Public hearing on $5,000,000 for UMKC 'Our Healthy Eastside - KC' program (Ordinance 5746)
• Appropriation of $400,000 for Workday project management services (Ordinance 5749)
• Transfer of $36,575 for a Family Court Division vehicle (Resolution 21287)
• Contract for a compact excavator for Parks + Rec at $52,764 (Resolution 21288)

The Budget Committee recommended the approval of two ordinances allocating American Rescue Plan funds for health department recovery and minority health outreach. The committee also recommended a new non-merit position schedule and two fund transfers for a court vehicle and park equipment.

• Recommended Ordinance #5740 to appropriate $3,500,000.00 for Health Department COVID-19 recovery (voice vote)
• Recommended Ordinance #5746 to appropriate $5,000,000.00 for UMKC minority health outreach (voice vote)
• Recommended Ordinance #5750 to enact a new schedule for non-merit County associates (voice vote)
• Recommended Resolution #21287 to transfer $36,575.00 for a Family Court Division vehicle (voice vote)
• Recommended Resolution #21288 to transfer $52,764.00 for a Parks + Rec compact excavator (voice vote)
• Held Ordinance #5749 regarding $400,000.00 for Workday project management services

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

The meeting consists solely of a continuation of a conversation from May 22, 2023. No new ordinances or resolutions are scheduled for consideration.

• Continuation of discussion from May 22, 2023

The Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee met to continue a conversation from May 22, 2023. No ordinances or resolutions were in committee, and no substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

County Legislature

The Legislature is reviewing ordinances to allocate American Rescue Plan funds for public health infrastructure and the 'Our Healthy Eastside' program at UMKC. The agenda also includes contracts for Sheriff’s Office vehicles, park roof repairs, and the removal of Andrew Jackson statues.

• $5,000,000 appropriation to UMKC for COVID-19 vaccination and health outreach
• $3,500,000 appropriation for Jackson County Health Department COVID-19 recovery
• $401,880 contract for ten full-size SUVs for the Sheriff’s Office
• $156,697 contract for replacing roofs on park structures
• Intent to award contracts for the removal and storage of Andrew Jackson statues

The County Legislature adopted an ordinance to provide $5 million from the American Rescue Plan Fund to UMKC for the Our Healthy Eastside program. Several other contracts for vehicles, equipment, and maintenance were approved via a consent agenda. A proposed ordinance to update the pay schedule for non-merit associates was defeated.

• Approved $5M for Our Healthy Eastside COVID-19 and minority health outreach (9-0)
• Defeated Ordinance #5750 regarding non-merit system associate schedules (5-4)
• Approved disposal of surplus County-owned vehicles (8-1)
• Approved $3.5M for Health Department COVID-19 recovery and infrastructure
• Approved $32,454 for mobile forensic equipment from Grayshift, LLC
• Approved $197,134 for a dump truck with snow removal equipment for Parks + Rec
• Approved $156,697 for park structure roof replacements via Tailor Made Exteriors
• Adopted Resolution #21307 congratulating Yoli Tortilleria (8-0)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing an ordinance to use $32,454 from the 2023 Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund for Grayshift, LLC forensic equipment. The committee is also considering plumbing service contracts for various County departments.

• $32,454 appropriation for mobile forensic equipment and software from Grayshift, LLC
• Plumbing services contract award to US Engineering Service, LLC and Emcor Services Fagan

The Finance and Audit Committee recommended the approval of one ordinance for forensic software and one resolution for plumbing services. Both items passed by voice vote.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5748 to appropriate $32,454.00 for Grayshift, LLC forensic equipment (voice vote)
• Recommended to pass Resolution #21296 awarding plumbing service contracts to US Engineering Service, LLC and Emcor Services Fagan (voice vote)

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee is reviewing resolutions to award two contracts for the Parks + Rec Department. These items include purchasing a single-axle dump truck with snow removal equipment and replacing roofs on park structures.

• Contract for a single-axle dump truck with snow removal equipment ($197,134.00)
• Contract for replacement of roofs on park structures (not to exceed $156,697.00)

The Land Use Committee voted to recommend the passage of two resolutions for the Parks + Rec Department. These include contracts for a dump truck with snow removal equipment and roof replacements for park structures.

• Recommended passage of Resolution #21293 for a $197,134.00 dump truck contract with Viking-Cives Midwest (voice vote)
• Recommended passage of Resolution #21302 for a roof replacement contract with Tailor Made Exteriors not to exceed $156,697.00 (voice vote)

County Legislature

The legislature is reviewing several large funding allocations for public health and law enforcement. This includes ordinances to use ARPA funds for COVID-19 recovery and community outreach. The body will also consider contracts for police activities and various county department services.

• Ordinance 5746: $5,000,000.00 agreement with UMKC for the Our Healthy Eastside - KC program
• Ordinance 5740: $3,500,000.00 for Jackson County Health Department COVID-19 recovery
• Resolution 21266: Up to $3,342,311.00 for anti-drug and anti-crime law enforcement activities
• Resolution 21285: $401,880.00 contract for ten full-size SUVs for the Sheriff’s Office
• Ordinance 5749: $400,000.00 for project management services for Workday implementation

The County Legislature approved a $3.3M agreement for anti-drug and anti-crime activities and several supply contracts for the Detention Center and other departments. The body also authorized a training agreement with the Mid-America Regional Council. Several resolutions recognizing local events and awareness months were adopted.

• Approved $3,342,311 agreement for anti-drug and anti-crime activities (6-3)
• Approved foreclosure notice posting contract to Archon Information Systems, LLC (8-1)
• Approved aggregate materials contract to Capital Sand Company, Inc. (9-0)
• Approved fuel products contract extension to Frazier Oil & L.P. Gas Co., Inc. (9-0)
• Approved mattresses and linens contract for Detention Center to Charm-Tex (9-0)
• Approved $5,700 training agreement with Mid-America Regional Council (9-0)
• Amended Legislature Rule 9 regarding standing and special committees (9-0)
• Adopted resolutions recognizing Gun Violence Awareness Month and LGBTQ+ Pride Month (9-0)

Anti-Crime Committee

The committee reviewed a resolution authorizing the Prosecuting Attorney to enter an agreement with the Kansas City Board of Police Commissioners for anti-drug and anti-crime activities. The committee agreed to hold this item.

• Agreement with KCPD for anti-drug and anti-crime programs not to exceed $3,342,311.00

The committee considered a resolution to authorize the Prosecuting Attorney to execute an agreement with the Kansas City Board of Police Commissioners. A motion to recommend adoption resulted in a tie vote. The item was sent to the full legislature.

• Motion to recommend adoption of Resolution 21266 tied (2-2) and sent to full legislature

Rules Committee

The Rules Committee will consider a resolution to amend Rule 9 of the Legislature. This amendment concerns the rules for standing and special committees.

• Resolution to amend Rule 9 relating to standing and special committees

The Rules Committee met to review a resolution regarding legislative committee rules. The committee voted to recommend the passage of Resolution #21292.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21292 to amend Rule 9 relating to standing and special committees (voice vote)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice & Law Enforcement Committee met to consider several resolutions regarding county property and contracts. The committee voted to hold a resolution concerning the disposal of surplus vehicles. Other items included consideration of contracts for Sheriff's Office SUVs and Detention Center bedding.

• Contract for ten full-size SUVs for the Sheriff’s Office at $401,880.00
• Contract for mattresses, bedding, and linens for the Detention Center
• Resolution to declare certain county-owned vehicles as surplus property (held)

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee recommended the passage of three resolutions. These include the disposal of surplus vehicles and the procurement of vehicles and bedding.

• Recommended passage of Resolution #21275 to declare County-owned vehicles as surplus and authorize disposal (voice vote)
• Recommended passage of Resolution #21285 to award a $401,880.00 contract to Reed Motors STJ, LLC for ten full-size SUVs for the Sheriff’s Office (voice vote)
• Recommended passage of Resolution #21286 to award a contract to Charm-Tex of Brooklyn, NY for mattresses, bedding, and linens for the Detention Center (voice vote)

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee is considering a resolution to award a seven-month supply contract for aggregate materials (sand) to Capital Sand Company, Inc. The contract would provide materials for use by various County departments under an existing Missouri Department of Transportation contract.

• Resolution awarding sand supply contract to Capital Sand Company, Inc.

The Land Use Committee reviewed and recommended the passage of a resolution to award a contract for aggregate materials. The contract is for the furnishing of sand to various County departments.

• Recommended passage of Resolution #21282 to award a seven-month sand supply contract to Capital Sand Company, Inc. (voice vote)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing resolutions regarding county contracts. This includes a proposal to award a contract for posting foreclosure notices during the upcoming land tax sale. The committee is also considering an extension for county fuel services.

• Contract award to Archon Information Systems, LLC for posting foreclosure notices
• Seven-month extension of fuel services with Frazier Oil & L.P. Gas Co., Inc.

The Finance and Audit Committee reviewed and recommended the passage of two resolutions regarding county supply contracts. One involves foreclosure notice posting and the other involves fuel product services.

• Recommended passage of Resolution 21283 awarding a foreclosure notice posting contract to Archon Information Systems, LLC
• Recommended passage of Resolution 21284 authorizing a seven-month fuel products contract extension for Frazier Oil & L.P. Gas Co., Inc.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

The Jackson County Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee meeting focuses on continuing conversations from April 24 and May 15, 2023. No ordinances or resolutions are currently in committee.

• Continuation of discussions from April 24 and May 15, 2023 meetings

The Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee met to continue discussions from previous meetings on April 24 and May 15, 2023. No ordinances or resolutions were considered, and no formal actions were recorded in the minutes.

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is reviewing ordinances to allocate $8.5 million from the 2023 American Rescue Plan Fund for health initiatives. This includes funding for the Jackson County Health Department and UMKC's Our Healthy Eastside - KC program. The committee is also reviewing a proposal for a local use tax special election.

• $3,500,000 appropriation for Jackson County Health Department COVID-19 recovery
• Up to $5,000,000 agreement with UMKC for the Our Healthy Eastside - KC program
• Proposal for a local use tax special election on August 8, 2023

The Budget Committee recommended for perfection an ordinance to put a local use tax question to voters in a special election. Two other ordinances regarding American Rescue Plan Fund appropriations were held.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5747 regarding a local use tax special election (voice vote)
• Held Ordinance #5740 appropriating $3,500,000.00 for Health Department COVID-19 recovery (voice vote)
• Held Ordinance #5746 appropriating $5,000,000.00 for Our Healthy Eastside - KC program (voice vote)

Anti-Crime Committee

The committee reviewed a resolution authorizing an agreement with the Kansas City Board of Police Commissioners for anti-drug and anti-crime law enforcement activities. The committee agreed to hold this item.

• Resolution for anti-drug and anti-crime programs up to $3,342,311.00

The committee reviewed Resolution #21266 regarding an agreement with the Kansas City Board of Police Commissioners. The committee voted to hold the resolution.

• Held Resolution #21266 regarding a law enforcement agreement with KCPD not to exceed $3,342,311.00 (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is reviewing ordinances regarding fund appropriations. Key items include proposals for a local use tax election and allocations from the American Rescue Plan Fund for public health initiatives. The body will also consider contracts for law enforcement activities and infrastructure improvements.

• Ordinance 5746: $5,000,000.00 for UMKC 'Our Healthy Eastside' program
• Ordinance 5747: Proposal for a local use tax election on August 8, 2023
• Resolution 21266: $3,342,311.00 agreement for anti-drug and anti-crime activities
• Ordinance 5744: Improvements to Chipman Road and Rock Island Trail bridge ($395,875.00)
• Resolution 21285: $401,880.00 contract for ten full-size SUVs for the Sheriff’s Office

The County Legislature adopted an ordinance to put a local use tax question on the August 8, 2023, ballot. The body also approved funding for the Rock Island Trail pedestrian bridge and various grant-funded projects.

• Adopted Ordinance #5747 to hold a special election on August 8, 2023, for a local use tax (6-3)
• Adopted Ordinance #5744 appropriating $395,875.00 for Chipman Road and Rock Island Trail pedestrian bridge improvements (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #5742 to accept an ARPA grant for detention center improvements (8-1)
• Adopted Resolution #21273 for a concessions ice cream contract with Kansas City Ice Cream Co., Inc. (8-1)
• Adopted Resolution #21274 for a $15,000.00 membership for the National WWI Museum and Memorial (8-1)
• Adopted Resolution #21290 celebrating Union Station's Spider-Man exhibit (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21291 recognizing May as Mental Health Awareness Month (9-0)
• Held Resolution #21275 via voice vote

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee is considering a resolution to award a supply contract for ice cream concessions. The contract would be with Kansas City Ice Cream Co., Inc. for the Parks + Rec Department.

• Supply contract for ice cream concessions by Kansas City Ice Cream Co., Inc.

The Land Use Committee reviewed and recommended the approval of a contract for the Parks + Rec Department. The contract provides concessions ice cream for resale.

• Recommended 'do pass' Resolution #21273 to award a twelve-month term and supply contract for concessions ice cream to Kansas City Ice Cream Co., Inc. (voice vote)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee will consider a resolution regarding county-owned vehicles. This item proposes declaring certain vehicles as surplus property and authorizing their disposal per the Jackson County Code.

• Resolution to declare certain county-owned vehicles as surplus property and authorize disposal

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee reviewed one resolution regarding county property. The committee voted to recommend the passage of the resolution to declare specific vehicles as surplus.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21275 to declare certain County-owned vehicles as surplus property and authorize disposal (voice vote)

Veterans Committee

The Veterans Committee is considering a resolution to authorize a $15,000 payment to the National WWI Museum and Memorial. This membership would provide free admission for veterans and active-duty military members during 2023 Memorial Day and Veterans Day celebrations.

• $15,000 resolution for National WWI Museum and Memorial Premier Membership

The committee reviewed a resolution to fund a Premier Membership for the National WWI Museum and Memorial. The membership provides free admission and event access for veterans and active-duty military during specific 2023 celebrations. The committee recommended the resolution pass.

• Recommended passage of Resolution 21274 to issue a $15,000 check to the National WWI Museum and Memorial

Anti-Crime Committee

The Anti-Crime Committee is reviewing a resolution to authorize an agreement between the Prosecuting Attorney and the Kansas City Board of Police Commissioners. This agreement covers law enforcement activities and programs at a cost not to exceed $3,342,311.00. No ordinances are scheduled for review.

• Resolution 21266: Agreement with Kansas City Board of Police Commissioners for anti-drug and anti-crime activities up to $3,342,311.00

The committee reviewed a resolution regarding an agreement with the Kansas City Board of Police Commissioners for anti-drug and anti-crime activities. The committee agreed to hold the resolution.

• Held Resolution 21266 regarding KCPD agreement for anti-drug and anti-crime programs (up to $3,342,311.00)

County Legislature

The legislature is reviewing several ordinances regarding fund appropriations for public health, jail maintenance, and departmental budgets. The body is also considering a new proposal for a local use tax election and an agreement for anti-crime law enforcement activities.

• Ordinance appropriating $3,500,000.00 for COVID-19 recovery and public health infrastructure
• Ordinance for jail maintenance improvements using an ARPA grant
• Proposed ordinance for a local use tax election on August 8, 2023
• Agreement with the Kansas City Board of Police Commissioners for anti-crime activities up to $3,342,311.00
• Ordinance for Chipman Road and Rock Island Trail bridge improvements at a cost of $395,875.00

The County Legislature adopted Ordinance #5745 to restore departmental budgets and approved several vendor contracts for HVAC, flooring, and vehicles. A resolution regarding property tax reliance was defeated. The body also heard a report on the 2023 property reassessment process.

• Adopted Ordinance #5745 appropriating $1,524,882.00 to restore departmental budgets (6-3)
• Adopted Ordinance #5739 appropriating $12,500.00 for County Records Center rent (9-0)
• Defeated Resolution #21225 regarding overreliance on property taxes (2-7)
• Adopted Resolution #21265 for HVAC products and service from Trane US (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21256 for vehicle rental services from Enterprise Leasing Company of Kansas, LLC (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21263 for carpet and flooring from Lucas Commercial Flooring Group, Inc. (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21264 for janitorial supplies from Controlled Environmental Products, Inc. (9-0)
• Adopted Resolutions #21267 and #21268 for Public Works equipment from Ag-Power, Inc. ($189,067.42) and CSTK ($146,970.00) (9-0)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will hold a public hearing regarding Ordinance #5745. The committee is reviewing ordinances to appropriate $3,500,000.00 for COVID-19 recovery and $1,402,048.00 for departmental budget restoration.

• Ordinance #5740: $3,500,000.00 appropriation for COVID-19 recovery and public health infrastructure
• Ordinance #5745: $1,402,048.00 appropriation to partially restore departmental budgets
• Public hearing regarding Ordinance #5745

The committee recommended for perfection Ordinance #5745 to restore departmental budgets. Ordinance #5740, regarding COVID-19 recovery funds, was held.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5745 to appropriate $1,524,882.00 from the 2023 General Fund (voice vote)
• Held Ordinance #5740 to appropriate $3,500,000.00 from the 2023 American Rescue Plan Fund (voice vote)

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

The Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee will continue a conversation from the April 24, 2023 meeting regarding diversity statistics. No ordinances or resolutions are currently in committee.

• Discussion of diversity statistics

The committee met to continue a conversation from April 24, 2023, regarding diversity statistics. No ordinances or resolutions were in committee, and no formal actions were taken.

Health & Environment Committee

The Health & Environment Committee will discuss the Sustainability Steering Committee's focus on gathering, planning, and acting. No ordinances or resolutions are currently in committee for consideration.

• Discussion regarding the Sustainability Steering Committee

The committee met to discuss the Sustainability Steering Committee's gathering, planning, and acting. No formal decisions, ordinances, or resolutions were voted on during the meeting.

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee will consider an ordinance to appropriate $395,875.00 for infrastructure improvements in Lee's Summit. The committee will also review a resolution regarding the risks of overreliance on property taxes.

• Ordinance to appropriate $395,875.00 for Chipman Road and Rock Island Trail pedestrian bridge improvements
• Resolution recognizing risks of overreliance on property taxes for government functions

The Land Use Committee recommended the perfection of an ordinance to fund road and bridge improvements. The committee also recommended that a resolution regarding property tax reliance not pass.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5744 to transfer and appropriate funds for Chipman Road and Rock Island Trail pedestrian bridge improvements (voice vote)
• Recommended do not pass Resolution #21225 regarding overreliance on property taxes (voice vote)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is reviewing resolutions to award several contracts for the Public Works Department. These include agreements for HVAC services and heavy machinery like a cab tractor and wheel loader.

• HVAC products, installation, and service contract with Trane US
• Cab tractor with boom mower accessory contract for $189,067.42
• Wheel loader contract for $146,970.00

The committee voted to recommend the passage of three resolutions awarding contracts for HVAC services, a cab tractor, and a wheel loader. All three recommendations passed by voice vote.

• Recommended passage of Resolution #21265 for HVAC products and service from Trane US (voice vote)
• Recommended passage of Resolution #21267 for a cab tractor with boom mower from Ag-Power, Inc. for $189,067.42 (voice vote)
• Recommended passage of Resolution #21268 for a wheel loader from CSTK for $146,970.00 (voice vote)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee will review an ordinance to accept an ARPA grant for detention center improvements. The committee will also consider contract awards for vehicle rentals, flooring installation, and janitorial supplies.

• Ordinance for $322,932.00 ARPA jail maintenance and improvement grant
• Vehicle rental contract award to Enterprise Leasing Company of Kansas, LLC
• Carpet and flooring installation contract to Lucas Commercial Flooring Group, Inc.
• Janitorial supplies contract award to Controlled Environmental Products, Inc.

The committee recommended the approval of an ordinance to fund detention center improvements and three resolutions for county service contracts. These items were recommended for perfection or to pass.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance 5742 to transfer $161,466.00 and appropriate $322,932.00 for ARPA County Jail Maintenance and Improvement grant
• Recommended do pass Resolution 21256 awarding vehicle rental services contract to Enterprise Leasing Company of Kansas, LLC
• Recommended do pass Resolution 21263
• Recommended do pass Resolution 21264 awarding janitorial supplies contract to Controlled Environmental Products, Inc.

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is reviewing ordinances regarding health funding and marijuana taxation. One proposal seeks to use American Rescue Plan funds for public health infrastructure. Another proposes a 3% countywide sales tax on adult-use, non-medicinal marijuana.

• $3,500,000 appropriation from the 2023 American Rescue Plan Fund for COVID-19 recovery and public health infrastructure
• Proposed 3% countywide sales tax on adult-use, non-medicinal marijuana retail sales

The Budget Committee recommended the perfection of an ordinance to impose a countywide sales tax on adult-use, non-medicinal marijuana. A separate ordinance regarding COVID-19 recovery funds for the Health Department was held.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5741 (countywide 3% sales tax on adult-use, non-medicinal marijuana) via voice vote
• Held Ordinance #5740 ($3.5M appropriation from 2023 American Rescue Plan Fund for Health Department) via voice vote

County Legislature

The legislature is considering several ordinances regarding county infrastructure and taxation. Key proposals include funding for a new detention center and a new sales tax on adult-use marijuana.

• Ordinance introducing $99,017,979.00 for the New Detention Center Capital Project Fund
• Proposed 3% countywide sales tax on adult-use, non-medicinal marijuana
• Resolution for a law enforcement agreement up to $3,342,311.00
• Ordinance to appropriate $3,500,000.00 for COVID-19 recovery and public health infrastructure
• Ordinance for $395,875.00 in improvements to Chipman Road and Rock Island Trail bridge

The County Legislature approved funding and contract amendments for the new Jackson County Detention Center. The board also established a 3% sales tax on adult-use, non-medicinal marijuana and authorized several vendor contracts.

• Adopted Ordinance #5743 appropriating $99,017,979.00 for the new Jackson County Detention Center (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #5741 imposing a 3% countywide sales tax on adult-use, non-medicinal marijuana (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21260 authorizing Sheriff's participation in the LESO Program (6-3)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $23,695.00 for Granicus video captioning and HVAC parts from Spence Engineering (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21269 recognizing Asian Pacific American Heritage Month (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21270 honoring Carl DiCapo (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21271 congratulating Theresa Garza (9-0)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing items related to county expenses and service agreements. The agenda includes a rent cost adjustment for the County Records Center and contract awards for vehicle rentals and video captioning services.

• $12,500 appropriation from 2023 Recorder’s Fee Fund for County Records Center rent
• Vehicle rental contract award to Enterprise Leasing Company of Kansas, LLC
• $23,695 contract for video closed captioning services to Granicus

The Finance and Audit Committee reviewed three items. Two items were recommended for further action, while one vehicle rental contract was held.

• Recommended for perfection: Ordinance 5739 to appropriate $12,500.00 for County Records Center rent
• Recommended do pass: Resolution 21258 awarding $23,695.00 for video closed captioning services to Granicus
• Held: Resolution 21256 regarding vehicle rental services contract for Enterprise Leasing Company of Kansas, LLC

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The committee will consider a resolution authorizing the Sheriff to execute a State Plan of Operation and Application for Participation in the Law Enforcement Support Office Program (LESO). This involves the Missouri Department of Public Safety and the U.S. Department of Defense. The resolution specifies that participation would be at no cost to Jackson County.

• Resolution authorizing Sheriff's participation in the LESO program

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee reviewed a resolution regarding the Law Enforcement Support Office (LESO) program. The committee voted to recommend the resolution for passage.

• Recommended passage of Resolution #21260 to authorize the Sheriff to execute a State Plan of Operation and Application for Participation for the LESO program (voice vote)

Public Works Committee

The committee is reviewing a resolution to award a contract for steam HVAC parts. The proposed agreement is with Spence Engineering/Control Products of Fenton, Missouri. This would be a sole source purchase for the Facilities Management Division.

• Sole source contract for steam HVAC parts

The Public Works Committee reviewed and recommended the approval of a sole source contract for steam HVAC parts. The contract is for a twelve-month term with two twelve-month extension options.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21257 for steam HVAC parts contract to Spence Engineering/Control Products (voice vote)

Land Use Committee

The committee is reviewing two resolutions. One addresses the risks of overreliance on property taxes for government functions. The other authorizes a renewal of a Community Assistance Program Agreement with the Missouri Department of Conservation at no cost to the County.

• Resolution regarding property tax overreliance risk
• Renewal of Community Assistance Program Agreement with Missouri Department of Conservation

The committee reviewed two resolutions. It voted to recommend the passage of a program agreement renewal with the Missouri Department of Conservation.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21262 to renew Community Assistance Program Agreement with Missouri Department of Conservation (voice vote)

Budget Committee

The meeting agenda consists only of the continuation of previously scheduled outside agency hearings. No specific new ordinances, resolutions, or contracts are listed in this document.

County Legislature

The Legislature is reviewing ordinances regarding a marijuana sales tax and fund appropriations for public health and records center rent. Committee reviews include contracts for vehicle rentals, HVAC parts, and closed captioning services.

• 3% countywide sales tax on adult use, non-medicinal marijuana
• $3,500,000 appropriation for COVID-19 recovery and public health infrastructure
• $12,500 appropriation for County Records Center rent costs
• $23,695 contract for video closed captioning services
• Vehicle rental contract with Enterprise Leasing Company of Kansas, LLC

The Jackson County Legislature approved three ordinances on second reading: $12,500 for increased rent at the County Records Center, $3.5 million from ARPA funds for COVID-19 recovery by the Health Department, and a 3% countywide sales tax on adult-use marijuana. Six resolutions were also advanced, including contracts for vehicle rental, HVAC parts, closed captioning services, and agreements for the Sheriff's LESO program and a Conservation Department partnership. All actions were approved by voice vote with no recorded opposition.

• Approved $12,500 from Recorder's Fee Fund for County Records Center rent increase (voice vote)
• Approved $3.5 million from ARPA fund for Health Department COVID-19 recovery (voice vote)
• Approved 3% countywide sales tax on adult-use marijuana (voice vote)
• Approved vehicle rental contract with Enterprise Leasing (voice vote)
• Approved sole-source HVAC parts contract with Spence Engineering (voice vote)
• Approved $23,695 closed captioning contract with Granicus (voice vote)
• Authorized Sheriff to participate in LESO program (voice vote)
• Authorized Community Assistance Program renewal with Missouri Dept. of Conservation (voice vote)

Budget Committee

The agenda contains no specific ordinances or resolutions for committee review. It directs attendees to an Outside Agencies Budget Hearing Schedule located under Meeting Details.

• Outside Agencies Budget Hearing Schedule

Budget Committee

The Jackson County Budget Committee is conducting budget hearings for outside agency presentations. The specific schedule for these presentations is located under the Meeting Details section of the meeting documentation. No ordinances or resolutions are listed on this agenda page.

• Budget hearings for outside agency presentations

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is reviewing several ordinances, including a proposed 3% sales tax on non-medicinal marijuana. The agenda also includes the final passage of election cost reimbursements and various fund appropriations.

• Proposed 3% sales tax on adult-use, non-medicinal marijuana
• $3,500,000 appropriation for COVID-19 recovery and public health infrastructure
• $430,593 state reimbursement for 2022 election costs
• $82,500 grant acceptance for the Jackson County Drug Task Force
• Vehicle rental services contract with Enterprise Leasing Company of Kansas, LLC

The Legislature gave first-round approval to three ordinances, including $3.5 million in ARPA funds for the Health Department and a proposed 3% countywide sales tax on adult-use marijuana. Four consent-agenda items were adopted, covering election reimbursement, drug task force grants, and vehicle repair. No final votes were taken on the new ordinances.

• First reading of Ordinance #5739: $12,500 for County Records Center rent
• First reading of Ordinance #5740: $3.5M ARPA appropriation for Health Department COVID-19 recovery
• First reading of Ordinance #5741: 3% countywide sales tax on adult-use marijuana
• Adopted Ordinance #5729: $430,593 state election reimbursement, $50,000 for election board salaries
• Adopted Ordinance #5735: $82,500 grant for Drug Task Force from High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area program
• Adopted Ordinance #5736: $956 grant for Sheriff's Office breath test supplies
• Adopted Ordinance #5737: $18,955 insurance proceeds for Parks vehicle repair
• Awarded vehicle rental contract to Enterprise Leasing (Resolution #21256)

Budget Committee

The agenda refers to an Outside Agencies Budget Hearing Schedule found in the meeting details. No specific ordinances or resolutions are listed on this page.

Budget Committee

The Jackson County Budget Committee is considering several ordinances and resolutions regarding fund appropriations. These items include accepting state election reimbursements, allocating federal grant funds for the Drug Task Force, and funding police group participation.

• Ordinance to accept $430,593.00 for 2022 election costs and fund staff salary increases
• Appropriation of $82,500.00 from the Grant Fund for the Jackson County Drug Task Force
• Contract award to Drake Scruggs Equipment, Inc. for $18,955.00 to repair a Parks + Rec vehicle
• Resolution to fund participation in the KCPD Emergency Threat Analysis Capability group

The Budget Committee voted to recommend the passage of three ordinances and one resolution. These actions involve accepting state and federal funds, insurance proceeds, and transferring funds for police services.

• Recommended perfect and pass Ordinance #5729 to accept $430,593.00 state reimbursement and appropriate $50,000.00 for Board of Election Commissioners staff salary increases (voice vote)
• Recommended perfect and pass Ordinance #5735 to appropriate $82,500.00 from a grant for the Jackson County Drug Task Force (voice vote)
• Recommended perfect and pass Ordinance #5737 to appropriate $17,955.00 in insurance proceeds and award an $18,955.00 repair contract to Drake Scruggs Equipment, Inc. (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21253 to transfer $18,625.00 and authorize a $55,500.00 payment to the Kansas City Board of Police Commissioners (voice vote)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing an ordinance to reimburse the Sheriff’s Office for breath test supplies. The committee is also considering a resolution to award a disaster recovery services contract to G&G Restoration, LLC.

• $956.00 reimbursement to Sheriff’s Office for breath test supplies
• Disaster recovery services contract award to G&G Restoration, LLC

The Finance and Audit Committee reviewed an ordinance for Sheriff's Office supplies and a disaster recovery services contract. Both items were recommended for further action.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance 5736 to appropriate $956.00 for Sheriff’s Office breath test supplies
• Recommended to pass Resolution 21249 awarding a disaster recovery services contract to G&G Restoration, LLC

County Legislature

The Legislature is reviewing ordinances regarding funding for a new detention center and a proposed 3% sales tax on adult-use marijuana. The body will also consider allocating $3,500,000.00 for COVID-19 recovery and public health infrastructure. Other items include contract awards for disaster recovery services and drug testing supplies.

• Ordinance to appropriate $99,017,979.00 for new detention center construction
• Proposed 3% countywide sales tax on adult-use, non-medicinal marijuana
• Proposed $3,500,000.00 appropriation for COVID-19 recovery and public health infrastructure
• Contract award to G&G Restoration, LLC for disaster recovery services
• Appropriation of $82,500.00 from a federal grant for the Jackson County Drug Task Force

The County Legislature voted down an ordinance to appropriate $99,017,979 for the New Detention Center Capital Project Fund. However, the body approved the issuance of special obligation bonds (Series 2023A) and passed several consent agenda items including grant appropriations and service contracts.

• Denied appropriation of $99,017,979 for New Detention Center construction (4-5)
• Adopted Ordinance #5732 authorizing issuance of special obligation bonds, Series 2023A (8-1)
• Adopted Resolution #21215 congratulating Melodie Chrisman on her retirement (9-0)
• Approved $430,593 state reimbursement for 2022 general election and $50,000 for election staff raises
• Approved $82,500 grant for Jackson County Drug Task Force
• Approved $18,955 contract with Drake Scruggs Equipment, Inc. for vehicle repair
• Awarded drug testing contract to Avertest, LLC
• Awarded disaster recovery services contract to G&G Restoration, LLC

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee is reviewing resolutions regarding property tax reliance and Parks + Rec advertising. The committee will also consider an agreement for the use of county property during the Santa-Cali-Gon Days Festival.

• Resolution on risks of overreliance on property taxes
• $25,050 contract for Parks + Rec television airtime with Spectrum Reach
• Agreement with Independence Chamber of Commerce for Santa-Cali-Gon Days Festival

The Land Use Committee met to review resolutions regarding television airtime and festival parking. Two resolutions were recommended to pass via voice vote.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21250 for Parks + Rec television airtime contract with Spectrum Reach not to exceed $25,050.00 (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21251 for Independence Chamber of Commerce use of County parking and property for Santa-Cali-Gon Days Festival at no cost to the County (voice vote)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The committee is considering a resolution to award a nine-month supply contract for drug and oral fluid testing services. The proposed contract is with Avertest, LLC, for use by the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office and Department of Corrections.

• Drug and oral fluid testing contract with Avertest, LLC

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee recommended the approval of Resolution #21248. This resolution awards a nine-month term and supply contract to Avertest, LLC for drug and laboratory oral fluid testing.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21248 to award drug testing contract to Avertest, LLC (voice vote)

Health & Environment Committee

The committee agenda includes items regarding Jackson County sustainability and safety and security. No ordinances or resolutions are currently listed for action.

• Jackson County sustainability
• Safety and security

The committee met to discuss Jackson County Sustainability and Safety and Security. No ordinances or resolutions were in committee, and no formal decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

The committee will continue discussions from its April 17, 2023, meeting regarding the Evergreen Study and diversity statistics. No ordinances or resolutions are currently in committee for this meeting.

• Continuation of discussion regarding Evergreen Study and Diversity Stats

The committee met to continue a discussion regarding the Evergreen Study and diversity statistics. No ordinances or resolutions were processed during the meeting.

Budget Committee

The Jackson County Budget Committee is reviewing an ordinance to accept $430,593.00 from the State of Missouri for 2022 general election costs. This item includes allocating $50,000.00 for salary increases for Board of Election Commissioners staff. The committee is also considering a contract for a new Sheriff's Office SUV.

• Accepting $430,593.00 from the State of Missouri for 2022 general election costs
• Appropriating $50,000.00 for Board of Election Commissioners staff salary increases
• Awarding a contract to Corwin Motors of Springfield, LLC for a full-size SUV at $54,545.00

The committee recommended the withdrawal of a resolution to purchase a full-size SUV for the Sheriff's Office. Ordinance 5729 regarding election reimbursements and staff salary increases was held.

• Recommended withdrawal of Resolution 21231 for $54,545.00 SUV purchase from Corwin Motors of Springfield, LLC
• Held Ordinance 5729 regarding $430,593.00 state reimbursement and $50,000.00 for Board of Election Commissioners staff salary increases

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is considering resolutions for various county contracts and infrastructure projects. This includes pavement maintenance, road improvements in Lee’s Summit, and repairs to the Historic Truman Courthouse.

• $1,451,437.00 contract for pavement maintenance (Project 3272) with Superior Bowen Asphalt Company, LLC
• $69,803.00 cost share agreement with Lee’s Summit for Langsford Road improvements
• $300,000.00 fund transfer for sewer repairs and restoration at the Historic Truman Courthouse
• Supply contract for doors and restroom parts with DH Pace Company, Inc.
• Supply contract for auto/truck parts and repair services with NAPA, Factory Motor Parts, and Metro Ford

The Public Works Committee recommended the approval of five resolutions. These include contracts for road maintenance, vehicle repairs, door services, and a cost-share agreement for Langsford Road. The committee also recommended transferring funds for sewer and property repairs at the Historic Truman Courthouse.

• Recommended passing Resolution #21228 for door and restroom partition contract with DH Pace Company, Inc. (voice vote)
• Recommended passing Resolution #21229 for auto/truck parts and repair contract with NAPA Auto Parts, Factory Motor Parts, and Metro Ford (voice vote)
• Recommended passing Resolution #21230 for 2023 pavement maintenance contract with Superior Bowen Asphalt Company, LLC, not to exceed $1,451,437.00 (voice vote)
• Recommended passing Resolution #21241 for Langsford Road improvement cost share agreement with City of Lee’s Summit at a cost of $69,803.00 (voice vote)
• Recommended passing Resolution #21247 to transfer $300,000.00 within the 2023 General Fund for Historic Truman Courthouse sewer and property repairs (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions regarding county infrastructure and funding. Key items include an appropriation of over $99 million for the New Detention Center Capital Project Fund. The meeting also addresses various contracts for pavement maintenance, courthouse repairs, and law enforcement tools.

• $99,017,979.00 appropriation for new detention center construction contract amendments
• $1,451,437.00 contract for pavement maintenance by Superior Bowen Asphalt Company, LLC
• Rezoning of a 3.01-acre tract from Agricultural to Residential Estates
• $300,000 transfer for repairs and restoration at the Historic Truman Courthouse
• $120,645.00 payment for automated 911 call-back software

The County Legislature adopted ordinances to rezone a 3.01-acre tract to Residential Estates and renew a 25-year conditional use permit for a campground. The body also adopted Ordinance #5738 to provide sponsorship for the NFL Draft. A proposal to allocate $280,000 for detention center supplies was denied.

• Adopted Ordinance #5733 rezoning 3.01± acres from Agricultural to Residential Estates (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #5734 renewing a 25-year campground conditional use permit for 21.8± acres (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #5738 providing sponsorship for the NFL Draft
• Denied Ordinance #5730 appropriating $280,000 for detention center supplies (4-5)
• Adopted Resolution #21226 expressing support for equitable property taxes (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21216 transferring $150,000 for the Sheriff’s Office School-Based Initiative
• Resolution #21231 for a Sheriff's Office SUV purchase was withdrawn

Land Use Committee

The committee will hold public hearings regarding land use changes for two specific tracts of land. Members will also consider resolutions related to property taxes, park maintenance, and equipment purchases for the Parks + Rec Department.

• Rezoning of a 3.01± acre tract from Agricultural to Residential Estates
• Renewal of a 25-year conditional use permit for a campground on 21.8± acres
• Maintenance agreement for Oppenstein Brothers Memorial Park (up to $75,000 annually)
• Purchase of a utility vehicle for Parks + Rec for $15,107.00
• Purchase of a compact track loader for Parks + Rec for $97,630.00

The committee recommended for perfection two ordinances regarding zoning and campground permits. It also recommended the passage of six resolutions covering property tax support, park maintenance, equipment purchases, and trail funding.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5733 to rezone 3.01± acres from Agricultural to Residential Estates (voice vote)
• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5734 to renew a 25-year campground conditional use permit for 21.8± acres (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21226 expressing support for equitable property taxes (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21232 for Oppenstein Brothers Memorial Park maintenance agreement up to $75,000.00 (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21234 for $15,107.00 utility vehicle purchase from Clark Equipment (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21236 for Greenwood Connector Phase 1 Trail project MOA (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21239 for $97,630.00 compact track loader from Clark Equipment (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21242 for $24,500.00 event sponsorship agreement with Audacy-Kansas City, LLC (voice vote)

911 Oversight Committee

The committee is considering a resolution to authorize payment to the Mid-America Regional Council. The funds are intended for the purchase of automated abandoned 911 call-back software for use by the Kansas City Police Department.

• $120,645.00 payment to Mid-America Regional Council for 911 call-back software

The 911 Oversight Committee reviewed and recommended the passage of Resolution #21238. This resolution authorizes payment for automated abandoned 911 call-back software for the Kansas City Police Department.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21238 to authorize $120,645.00 payment to Mid-America Regional Council (voice vote)

Anti-Crime Committee

The Anti-Crime Committee is reviewing resolutions to transfer funds within the 2023 Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund. One proposal involves $150,000 for a law enforcement school-based initiative. A second proposal covers $21,000 for COMBAT staff administrative services.

• $150,000 transfer for the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office Law Enforcement School-Based Initiative
• $21,000 transfer for temporary office administrative services for COMBAT staff

The Anti-Crime Committee recommended the passage of two resolutions to transfer money within the 2023 Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund. These funds are intended for a law enforcement school-based initiative and temporary administrative services.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21216 to transfer $150,000.00 for the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office’s 2023 Law Enforcement School-Based Initiative (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21233 to transfer $21,000.00 for temporary office administrative services for COMBAT staff (voice vote)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice & Law Enforcement Committee is reviewing resolutions regarding county supply contracts. These items include a contract for public safety equipment and a contract for inmate clothing for the Department of Corrections.

• Contract for public safety supplies and equipment with Galls of Lexington, KY
• Contract for inmate clothing for the Department of Corrections with Bob Barker and Victory Supply

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee voted to recommend the passage of two resolutions awarding supply contracts. Both resolutions passed by voice vote.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21235 to award a public safety supplies contract to Galls of Lexington, KY (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21240 to award an inmate clothing contract to Bob Barker of Fuquay-Varina, NC and Victory Supply of Mt. Pleasant, TN (voice vote)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing an ordinance to use $280,000 from the 2022 American Rescue Plan Fund. The funds would purchase cleaning supplies, kitchen and dining supplies, and COVID-19 test kits for the Department of Corrections.

• Ordinance 5730: $280,000 appropriation for detention center supplies

The committee reviewed Ordinance 5730 regarding the appropriation of funds for the Department of Corrections. No recommendation was made on the item.

• Ordinance 5730 (appropriating $280,000.00 for Detention Center supplies): no recommendation

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

The Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee will discuss the Evergreen Study and diversity statistics. No ordinances or resolutions are currently in committee for this meeting.

• Evergreen Study and diversity statistics discussion

The committee met to discuss the Evergreen Study and diversity statistics. No ordinances or resolutions were presented or decided upon during the meeting.

Budget Committee

The committee is reviewing ordinances regarding 2022 general election cost reimbursements and Sheriff's Office equipment. The agenda also includes discussions on Washington Admin Building construction funding and marijuana tax questions.

• Ordinance accepting $430,593.00 from the State of Missouri for 2022 general election costs
• Appropriation of $50,000.00 for Board of Election Commissioners staff salary increases
• Resolution transferring $16,545.00 for DWI Traffic Unit vehicle equipment
• Resolution transferring $24,864.00 for Sheriff’s Office safety equipment

The committee recommended the approval of two resolutions to transfer funds within the 2023 Sheriff’s Revolving Fund for equipment. One ordinance regarding election reimbursements and staff salary increases was held. Other agenda items were listed but no actions were recorded.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21218 to transfer $16,545.00 for DWI Traffic Unit emergency equipment (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21220 to transfer $24,864.00 for safety equipment (voice vote)
• Held Ordinance 5729 regarding $430,593.00 state reimbursement and $50,000.00 for Board of Election Commissioners salary increases

County Legislature

The Legislature will review ordinances regarding funding for a new detention center and health outreach programs. The agenda also includes contracts for police vehicles, road maintenance, and election staff salaries.

• $99,017,979 ordinance for New Detention Center construction contract amendments
• $5,000,000 appropriation for UMKC health outreach program
• $1,451,437 contract for pavement maintenance and overlay
• $396,280 contract for ten full-size SUVs for the Sheriff’s Office
• Rezoning 3.01 acres from Agricultural to Residential Estates

The County Legislature withdrew a proposed $5 million ordinance for the Our Healthy Eastside - KC program after the sponsor cited concerns regarding salary and miscellaneous costs. The body also adopted several resolutions but defeated a contract for Sheriff's Office SUVs.

• Withdrew Ordinance #5718 appropriating $5M for Our Healthy Eastside - KC program
• Adopted Resolution #21217 congratulating Dr. Jennifer Collier (8-0)
• Defeated Resolution #21219 for $396,280 SUV contract with Landmark Dodge (4-2)
• Adopted Resolution #21218 transferring $16,545 for Sheriff's DWI unit equipment
• Adopted Resolutions #21237, #21243, and #21244
• Approved journal of the April 03, 2023 meeting (voice vote)

Anti-Crime Committee

The Anti-Crime Committee is considering a resolution to transfer funds within the 2023 Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund. This transfer would provide funding for the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office’s 2023 Law Enforcement School-Based Initiative.

• Resolution to transfer $150,000.00 within the 2023 Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund

The committee reviewed Resolution 21216 regarding the transfer of funds for the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office. No final vote was recorded for this item.

• Held Resolution 21216 to transfer $150,000.00 within the 2023 Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund for the Law Enforcement School-Based Initiative

Land Use Committee

The Jackson County Land Use Committee is reviewing two resolutions regarding property taxes. The items address the risks of overreliance on property taxes for government functions and support for equitable taxation.

• Resolution 21225: recognizing risks of property tax overreliance
• Resolution 21226: expressing support for equitable property taxes

The Land Use Committee met on April 17, 2023. No substantive decisions were made regarding the resolutions currently in committee.

• Resolution 21225 regarding property tax overreliance: no action taken - held
• Resolution 21226 regarding equitable property taxes: no action taken - held

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee is reviewing a resolution to award a contract for ten full-size SUVs for use by the Sheriff’s Office. The proposed contract is with Landmark Dodge of Independence, MO, at a cost of $396,280.00.

• Resolution to award a $396,280.00 contract for ten full-size SUVs for the Sheriff's Office

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee voted to recommend the passage of Resolution #21219. This resolution awards a contract to Landmark Dodge of Independence, MO for ten full-size SUVs for the Sheriff’s Office.

• Recommended passage of Resolution #21219 to award $396,280 SUV contract to Landmark Dodge (voice vote)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee will review ordinances regarding the use of American Rescue Plan funds. These items include funding for a community health program and supplies for the Jackson County Detention Center.

• $5,000,000 appropriation for UMKC's Our Healthy KC Eastside program
• $280,000 appropriation for cleaning and COVID-19 supplies at the Jackson County Detention Center

The committee reviewed two ordinances regarding American Rescue Plan Fund appropriations. No recommendations or votes were made on either item.

• Ordinance 5718 ($5M for Our Healthy KC Eastside program): No vote taken, no recommendation
• Ordinance 5730 ($280,000 for Detention Center supplies): Held

County Legislature

The legislature is reviewing ordinances related to the new detention center and a ban on conversion therapy for minors. The agenda also includes funding for community health outreach and various equipment contracts. Several resolutions regarding county services and staff recognitions are also scheduled for discussion.

• $99,017,979.00 appropriation for New Detention Center construction contract amendments
• $5,000,000.00 for the UMKC Our Healthy KC Eastside program
• Ordinance regarding a ban on conversion therapy for minors
• $470,400.00 contract for the 2023 Pavement Maintenance Program
• $396,280.00 for ten full-size SUVs for the Sheriff’s Office

The Legislature adopted Ordinance #5731 to ban conversion therapy for minors and approved Resolution #21227 to fund the public notice of this ban. The body also approved several infrastructure and software contracts via a consent agenda. A proposal to fund the Our Healthy KC Eastside program was held until the next meeting.

• Adopted Ordinance #5731 banning conversion therapy for minors (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21227 transferring $4,000 for publication of the conversion therapy ban notice (8-1)
• Approved $470,400 contract to Vance Brothers, Inc. for 2023 Pavement Maintenance Program (8-0)
• Approved $130,194 contract to CSTK for a Public Works Department backhoe (8-0)
• Approved $87,310 contract to Mitchell Humphrey for Finance and Purchasing software maintenance (8-0)
• Approved Resolution #21221 appointing DaRon McGee and Megan L. Marshall to Mid-America Regional Council Board (9-0)
• Held Ordinance #5718 regarding $5M for Our Healthy KC Eastside program (5-4)
• Adopted Resolution #21214 congratulating Ruskin Eagles High School boys basketball team (9-0)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance and Audit Committee reviewed and recommended three items for further action. These include funding for a minority health program and two contracts for county operations.

• Recommended for perfection: Ordinance 5718 to appropriate $5,000,000.00 for the Our Healthy KC Eastside program (UMKC)
• Recommended do pass: Resolution 21209 for $87,310.00 software maintenance contract with Mitchell Humphrey
• Recommended do pass: Resolution 21210 for Intergovernmental Cooperative Agreement with City of Independence for civic event use of County property

Public Works Committee

The committee is reviewing resolutions to award contracts for pavement maintenance and a backhoe. These items involve surface treatments and equipment procurement.

• Contract for 2023 Pavement Maintenance Program up to $470,400.00
• Contract for a backhoe in the amount of $130,194.00

The committee voted to recommend the passage of two resolutions for county infrastructure and equipment. One resolution concerns pavement maintenance and the other concerns the purchase of a backhoe.

• Recommended passage of Resolution #21212 to award a pavement maintenance contract to Vance Brothers, Inc. not to exceed $470,400.00 (voice vote)
• Recommended passage of Resolution #21211 to award a backhoe contract to CSTK in the amount of $130,194.00 (voice vote)

Budget Committee

The committee will discuss the process for ARPA funding. The meeting also includes updates on 2023 budget reporting and discussions regarding the 2024 budget process.

• ARPA Funding & Process
• 2023 Budget Reporting and Updates
• 2024 Budget Process & Reports

The committee met to discuss ARPA funding and processes, as well as budget reporting and updates for 2023 and 2024. No formal decisions, ordinances, or resolutions were recorded.

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is considering an ordinance to establish a fund for the New Detention Center Capital Project. The agenda also includes a $5 million appropriation for health outreach and proposed ordinances regarding conversion therapy bans. Additionally, several departmental contracts and service agreements are up for discussion or final passage.

• $99,017,979 appropriation for New Detention Center construction components
• $5,000,000 for the Our Healthy KC Eastside program with UMKC
• Proposed ordinance to ban conversion therapy for minors
• $470,400 contract for the 2023 Pavement Maintenance Program
• $130,194 purchase of a backhoe for the Public Works Department

The County Legislature perfected Ordinance #5728 to ban conversion therapy for minors, including a penalty provision and a notice requirement. The body also approved several contracts and resolutions via a consent agenda. A motion to reconsider Ordinance #5711 was denied.

• Perfected Ordinance #5728 banning conversion therapy for minors (5-2)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Ordinance #5723 for Local Emergency Planning Committee ($8,377) (9-0)
• Approved Resolution #21202 for mortgage loan information services from Trepp, Inc. ($90,023) (9-0)
• Approved Resolution #21203 for LEWeb law enforcement computer services from REJIS (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21208 amending consulting agreement with Fred Dreiling, LLC (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21213 congratulating Macedonia Baptist Church (9-0)
• Denied motion to reconsider Ordinance #5711 (4-5)
• Approved journal of March 20, 2023 meeting (voice vote)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is reviewing a resolution to award a three-year contract for mortgage loan information services. The proposed sole source purchase from Trepp, Inc. has an actual first year cost of $90,023.00.

• Resolution 21202 A: Three-year contract for mortgage loan information services with Trepp, Inc. at a first year cost of $90,023.00

The Budget Committee reviewed a resolution to award a sole source contract to Trepp, Inc. for mortgage loan information services for the Assessment Department. The committee voted to recommend the resolution for passage.

• Recommended passage of Resolution #21202 to award a three-year contract to Trepp, Inc. for $90,023.00 first-year cost (voice vote)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The committee is reviewing a resolution to award a twelve-month supply contract for LEWeb law enforcement computer information services. This acquisition from another governmental entity would be with the Regional Justice Information Service (REJIS) Commission of St. Louis, MO. The agreement includes two twelve-month options to extend.

• Resolution for LEWeb law enforcement computer information services contract

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee reviewed a resolution to award a contract for law enforcement computer information services. The committee voted to recommend the resolution for passage.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21203 for LEWeb computer information services contract with REJIS Commission of St. Louis (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Legislature is reviewing ordinances regarding a ban on conversion therapy for minors and funding for the April 4, 2023, special election. The agenda also includes several contract approvals and a legal settlement payment.

• Ordinance enacting a ban on conversion therapy for minors
• $5,000,000 appropriation to UMKC for the Our Healthy KC Eastside program
• $502,501 appropriation for April 4, 2023, special election costs
• $103,164.53 settlement of a claim by Servpro of Lee’s Summit
• $90,023 contract for mortgage loan information services from Trepp, Inc.

The County Legislature approved funding for an upcoming special election and several vendor contracts. A proposed ordinance to ban conversion therapy for minors was defeated. The body also approved a claim settlement for Servpro of Lee’s Summit.

• Approved $502,501 for April 4, 2023 special election costs (8-0)
• Defeated Ordinance #5711 to ban conversion therapy for minors (5-1, 3 abstentions)
• Approved $103,164.53 settlement for Servpro of Lee’s Summit (8-0)
• Approved liquid asphalt contract for Vance Brothers, Inc. (8-0)
• Approved paint and supplies contract for Sherwin Williams Company (8-0)
• Approved $26,093.10 for regional household hazardous waste center access (8-0)
• Approved $5,000 grant agreement with City of Greenwood and Mid-America Regional Council (8-0)
• Repealed sections of County Code relating to Community Children’s Services Fund (8-0)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will hold a public hearing regarding Ordinance #5725. The committee is reviewing ordinances to appropriate funds for the Local Emergency Planning Committee and the April 4, 2023, special election.

• Ordinance 5723: $46,377.00 payment to Mid-America Regional Council
• Ordinance 5725: $502,501.00 for April 4, 2003, special election costs
• Public hearing regarding Ordinance #5725

The Budget Committee voted to recommend the passage of two ordinances. These include funding for the April 4, 2023, special election and a payment to the Mid-America Regional Council.

• Recommended passage of Ordinance #5723 to appropriate $8,377.00 from the 2023 Health Fund for the Local Emergency Planning Committee (voice vote)
• Recommended passage of Ordinance #5725 to appropriate $502,501.00 from the 2023 General Fund for the April 4, 2023, special election (voice vote)

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

The Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee will review an ordinance to enact section 5575 of the Jackson County Code. This proposal relates to a ban on conversion therapy for minors and includes a penalty provision.

• Ordinance enacting section 5575 of the Jackson County Code, 1984, regarding a ban on conversion therapy for minors
• Proposed penalty provision related to the ordinance

The committee reviewed Ordinance #5711, which relates to a ban on conversion therapy for minors and includes a penalty provision. On March 16, the committee recommended the adoption of this ordinance.

• Recommended adoption of Ordinance #5711 (ban on conversion therapy for minors)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee will consider a resolution regarding electronic data sharing. This measure would authorize the County Executive to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with Houston High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area member agencies. The agreement aims to support law enforcement and public safety at no cost to the County.

• Resolution for electronic data sharing with Houston High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area agencies

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee reviewed a resolution regarding electronic data sharing with the Houston High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area. The committee voted to recommend the resolution for passage.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21193 to authorize a Memorandum of Understanding with Houston High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area member agencies (voice vote)

Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee

The committee is reviewing a resolution to authorize an agreement with the Mid-America Regional Council Solid Waste Management District. This agreement would provide access to regional household hazardous waste centers for residents of the unincorporated County.

• Resolution for household hazardous waste center access at a cost of $26,093.10

The Inter-Governmental Affairs Committee recommended the passage of Resolution #21195. This resolution authorizes the County Executive to enter an agreement with the Mid-America Regional Council Solid Waste Management District.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21195 to provide hazardous waste center access at a cost of $26,093.10 (voice vote)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing an ordinance to fund the Our Healthy KC Eastside program through UMKC. The committee is also considering a grant agreement with the City of Greenwood and a supply contract for painting materials.

• $5,000,000 appropriation for UMKC health outreach
• $5,000 grant agreement with City of Greenwood and MARC
• Paint and supplies contract with Sherwin Williams Company

The Finance and Audit Committee recommended the approval of two resolutions regarding a grant for the City of Greenwood and a supply contract with Sherwin Williams. One ordinance regarding COVID-19 vaccination outreach funding was held.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21175 for a $5,000 grant agreement with the City of Greenwood and Mid-America Regional Council (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21194 for a paint and painting supplies contract with Sherwin Williams Company (voice vote)
• Held Ordinance 5718 regarding $5,000,000 for the Our Healthy KC Eastside program

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is considering a resolution to award a contract for the supply of liquid asphalt. The proposed agreement with Vance Brothers, Inc. includes a twelve-month term and one option to extend for an additional year.

• Resolution awarding a liquid asphalt supply contract to Vance Brothers, Inc.
• Twelve-month term with one twelve-month extension option
• Contract follows Invitation to Bid No. 84-22

The Public Works Committee reviewed a resolution to award a liquid asphalt supply contract. The committee voted to recommend the resolution for passage.

• Recommended passage of Resolution #21192 to award a liquid asphalt supply contract to Vance Brothers, Inc. (voice vote)

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee is considering a resolution to authorize a permanent utility easement. This easement would be in favor of the Kansas City, Missouri Water Department on County-owned property. The resolution includes a fee payable to the County.

• Resolution authorizing a permanent utility easement for the KC Water Department

The Land Use Committee reviewed and recommended the passage of Resolution #21183. This resolution authorizes the County Executive to execute a permanent utility easement for the Kansas City, Missouri Water Department in exchange for a fee.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21183 (voice vote)

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

The Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee will hold a public hearing regarding Ordinance #5711. The proposed ordinance seeks to enact section 5575 of the Jackson County Code to ban conversion therapy for minors and include a penalty provision.

• Public hearing for Ordinance #5711
• Proposed ordinance enacting section 5575 of the Jackson County Code regarding a ban on conversion therapy for minors

The Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee reviewed Ordinance #5711 regarding a ban on conversion therapy for minors. The committee voted to recommend that the ordinance be perfected and passed.

• Recommended perfect and pass Ordinance #5711 (voice vote)

Rules Committee

The Rules Committee will meet on March 14, 2023, to consider a resolution. This item proposes an amendment to Rule 12 of the Jackson County Legislature rules.

• Resolution 21170: Amending Rule 12 of the Jackson County Legislature rules

The Rules Committee amended and recommended the passage of Resolution #21170. The changes update the meeting times and language regarding the location specified in Rule 12 of the Jackson County Legislature.

• Approved amendments to Resolution #21170 changing meeting times to 3:00 and adding 'and/or place' to Rule 12 (voice vote)
• Recommended 'do pass' for Resolution #21170 (voice vote)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee will review an ordinance to fund the Our Healthy KC Eastside program with $5,000,000. The committee will also consider resolutions regarding software maintenance contracts and vehicle disposal.

• Ordinance 5718: $5,000,000 appropriation for UMKC health outreach
• Resolution 21175: $5,000 grant agreement with City of Greenwood and Mid-America Regional Council
• Resolution 21176: Disposal of surplus county-owned vehicles
• Resolution 21178: $87,980 software maintenance contract for Recorder of Deeds
• Resolution 21179: $384,774 software maintenance contract for Collection Department

The Finance and Audit Committee recommended the passage of three resolutions regarding software maintenance and surplus property. Two other items, including a $5 million health outreach appropriation, were held.

• Recommended passage of Resolution #21176 to declare county-owned vehicles as surplus (voice vote)
• Recommended passage of Resolution #21178 for Recorder of Deeds software maintenance with Aumentum Technologies for $87,980.00 (voice vote)
• Recommended passage of Resolution #21179 for Collection Department software maintenance with Aumentum Technologies for $384,774.00 (voice vote)
• Held Ordinance 5718 regarding $5,000,000.00 for Our Healthy KC Eastside program
• Held Resolution 21175 regarding a $5,000.00 grant agreement with the City of Greenwood and Mid-America Regional Council

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is reviewing several ordinances regarding public health, adult entertainment regulations, and nuisance laws. The agenda includes significant funding allocations for the Our Healthy KC Eastside program and the East Haines Road Bridge Replacement. Additionally, the body will address costs related to the April 4, 2023, special election.

• $5,000,000 appropriation for UMKC's Our Healthy KC Eastside program
• $467,177 contract for the East Haines Road Bridge Replacement
• Ordinance enacting a ban on conversion therapy for minors
• $502,501 appropriation for the April 4, 2023, special election
• $384,774 contract for software maintenance in the Collection Department

The County Legislature adopted an ordinance updating the adult use entertainment business code and approved a $467,177 contract for the East Haines Road Bridge Replacement. The body also approved several software maintenance contracts and a $5 million appropriation for the Our Healthy KC Eastside program.

• Adopted Ordinance #5721 updating adult entertainment business codes (8-0, 1 absent)
• Approved $467,177 contract to Cale Seymour Construction for East Haines Road Bridge (8-0, 1 absent)
• Approved $5,000,000 for Our Healthy KC Eastside program via Ordinance #5721 (voice vote)
• Approved $384,774 software contract for Collection Department with Aumentum Technologies (8-0, 1 absent)
• Approved $87,980 software contract for Recorder of Deeds with Aumentum Technologies (8-0, 1 absent)
• Approved $50,542 software contract for Sheriff's Office and Corrections with Lexipol, LLC (8-0, 1 absent)
• Adopted Resolution #21170 amending Rule 12 of the Legislature Rules (8-0, 1 absent)
• Disapproved Executive Order #23-08 regarding Personnel Rules (5-3, 1 absent)

Budget Committee

The committee is reviewing ordinances and resolutions regarding county funds and service agreements. Proposed actions include authorizing domestic violence assistance contracts and transferring funds within the 2023 Health Fund.

• Cooperative Agreements for domestic violence services up to $125,000
• $220,000 transfer within the 2023 Health Fund for Dr. Tracy Dyer's services
• Appropriation of funds for the Local Emergency Planning Committee
• Repeal of Jackson County Code sections regarding Community Children’s Services Fund

The Budget Committee voted to recommend the passage of two ordinances and two resolutions. These actions include funding for emergency planning, domestic violence services, and health fund transfers.

• Recommended to perfect and pass Ordinance #5722 regarding the Community Children’s Services Fund (voice vote)
• Recommended Ordinance #5723 to appropriate $8,377.00 from the 2023 Health Fund for the Local Emergency Planning Committee (voice vote)
• Recommended to pass Resolution #21180 authorizing domestic violence service agreements up to $125,000.00 (voice vote)
• Recommended to pass Resolution #21185 transferring $220,000.00 within the 2023 Health Fund for Dr. Tracy Dyer's services (voice vote)

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

The Jackson County Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee will review an ordinance to amend section 5575 of the Jackson County Code. The proposed ordinance would enact a ban on conversion therapy for minors and include a penalty provision.

• Ordinance regarding a ban on conversion therapy for minors with a penalty provision

The Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee reviewed Ordinance #5711, which relates to a ban on conversion therapy for minors. The committee voted to hold the ordinance.

• Voted to hold Ordinance #5711 regarding conversion therapy ban for minors (passed by voice vote)

Land Use Committee

The committee is reviewing several resolutions regarding county parks and services. These include a memorandum of understanding for William M. Klein Park and contracts for golf car leasing and disability services.

• MOU with Cave Spring Association for William M. Klein Park management at a cost of $30,000.00
• Contract with Jackson County Board of Services for the Developmentally Disabled regarding Special Population Services Division funding
• Golf car leasing contract with M & M Golf Cars of Lee’s Summit, MO, at a cost of $3,500.00
• Permanent utility easement for the Kansas City, Missouri Water Department on County property

The committee recommended the passage of three resolutions related to park management, special population services, and golf car leasing. One resolution regarding a utility easement for the Kansas City Water Department was held.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21177 for Cave Spring Association MOU ($30,000) (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21181 for Board of Services for the Developmentally Disabled contract (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21182 for M & M Golf Cars lease ($3,500) (voice vote)
• Held Resolution #21183 regarding Kansas City Water Department utility easement (voice vote)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance to replace existing Jackson County Code sections regarding adult entertainment businesses. They will also review a sole source contract for software maintenance for the Sheriff’s Office and Department of Corrections.

• Ordinance updating Jackson County Code sections related to adult entertainment
• $50,542.00 software maintenance contract with Lexipol, LLC

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee recommended the perfection of an ordinance regarding adult use entertainment businesses. The committee also recommended the passage of a sole source software maintenance contract for the Sheriff’s Office and Department of Corrections.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5721 regarding adult use entertainment and adult entertainment businesses (voice vote)
• Recommended to pass Resolution #21184 awarding a $50,542.00 software maintenance contract to Lexipol, LLC (voice vote)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee is reviewing an ordinance regarding adult use entertainment and businesses. The proposal seeks to repeal four sections of the Jackson County Code and enact four new sections on the same subject.

• Ordinance repealing sections 4301, 4308, 4312, and 4316 of the Jackson County Code regarding adult entertainment businesses

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee reviewed Ordinance #5721, which proposes repealing and replacing four sections of the 1984 Jackson County Code regarding adult use entertainment. The committee voted to recommend the ordinance for perfection.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5721 regarding adult entertainment businesses (voice vote)

Health & Environment Committee

The Health & Environment Committee is considering a resolution to award a contract for forensic toxicology services. The agreement with Axis Forensic Toxicology of Indianapolis, IN, would support the Medical Examiner’s Office.

• Resolution awarding a 24-month contract for forensic toxicology services to Axis Forensic Toxicology

The Health and Environment Committee recommended the approval of Resolution #21173. This resolution awards a contract for forensic toxicology services to Axis Forensic Toxicology of Indianapolis, IN.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21173 to award forensic toxicology services contract to Axis Forensic Toxicology (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Legislature is reviewing ordinances regarding a ban on conversion therapy for minors and updated nuisance regulations. The agenda includes funding for the East Haines Road Bridge replacement and various departmental software contracts. Additionally, the body will consider several grant acceptances and service agreements.

• $5,000,000 appropriation for UMKC 'Our Healthy KC Eastside' program
• Ordinance enacting a ban on conversion therapy for minors
• $467,177 contract for the East Haines Road Bridge Replacement
• $384,774 software maintenance contract for the Collection Department
• $125,000 in agreements to assist victims of domestic violence

The County Legislature approved a contract for the East Haines Road Bridge Replacement and forensic toxicology services for the Medical Examiner's Office. It also adopted a grant for the Family Court Division. A public hearing on a ban on conversion therapy for minors was scheduled for March 16.

• Approved $467,177 contract to Cale Seymour Construction, LLC for East Haines Road Bridge Replacement
• Adopted contract with Axis Forensic Toxicology for Medical Examiner's Office services
• Approved $65,111 appropriation for Family Court Division minority contact coordinator grant (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21186 congratulating Nilda Serrano on her retirement (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21188 celebrating 125th anniversary of Kansas City Public Library’s Westport Branch (8-0)
• Adopted Resolutions #21189, #21190, and #21191 honoring Dr. George W. Westlake, Jr., Ronald McFadden, and Ida McBeth (9-0 each)
• Approved Resolution #21187 to hold a closed meeting (9-0)
• Perfected Ordinance #5717 regarding nuisances, #5719 for a breakfast grant, and #5720 for the bridge project

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is reviewing an ordinance to update several sections of the Jackson County Code regarding nuisances. The committee is also considering a contract for the East Haines Road Bridge Replacement project.

• $467,177 contract for East Haines Road Bridge Replacement with Cale Seymour Construction, LLC
• Ordinance to repeal and replace fourteen sections of the Jackson County Code relating to nuisances

The Public Works Committee recommended for perfection two ordinances. One updates the county code regarding nuisances, and the other appropriates funds for a bridge replacement project.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5717 relating to nuisances (voice vote)
• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5720 for East Haines Road Bridge Replacement contract with Cale Seymour Construction, LLC for $467,177.00 (voice vote)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing ordinances regarding fund appropriations. This includes a proposal to fund the Our Healthy KC Eastside program and an acceptance of funds for the No Kid Hungry Missouri Breakfast Grant project.

• $5,000,000.00 appropriation for UMKC's Our Healthy KC Eastside program
• $4,000.00 appropriation for the No Kid Hungry Missouri Breakfast Grant project

The Finance and Audit Committee recommended the perfection of one ordinance regarding grant funds. Another ordinance concerning COVID-19 vaccination and health outreach was held.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5719 to appropriate $4,000 for the 'No Kid Hungry Missouri Breakfast Grant' (voice vote)
• Held Ordinance #5718 to appropriate $5,000,000 for the Our Healthy KC Eastside program

Rules Committee

The Jackson County Rules Committee met on February 28, 2023. The agenda includes one resolution proposing an amendment to Rule 12 of the Jackson County Legislature rules.

• Resolution 21170: Amendment to Rule 12 of the Jackson County Legislature rules

The Rules Committee reviewed Resolution #21170, which proposes an amendment to Rule 12 of the Jackson County Legislature. The committee voted to recommend the resolution for passage.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21170 to amend Rule 12 (voice vote)

Anti-Crime Committee

The Anti-Crime Committee is reviewing resolutions regarding the 2023 Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund. One proposal involves transferring $3,352,583.00 to authorize agreements with outside agencies for anti-crime and drug prevention activities. The committee is also considering a contract extension with TICO Productions for rebranding services at no additional cost.

• Transfer of $3,352,583.00 within the 2023 Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund
• Authorization for agreements with outside agencies not to exceed $12,277,283.00
• Contract extension with TICO Productions for rebranding services at no additional cost

The Anti-Crime Committee voted to recommend the passage of two resolutions. These include a contract extension for rebranding services and a significant transfer of funds for anti-crime and law enforcement initiatives.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21166 to extend TICO Productions rebranding contract at no additional cost (Voice Vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21171 to transfer $3,352,583.00 within the 2023 Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund and authorize agreements up to $12,277,283.00 (Voice Vote)

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

The Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee will review an ordinance to enact section 5575 of the Jackson County Code. This proposed measure relates to a ban on conversion therapy for minors and includes a penalty provision.

• Ordinance enacting section 5575 of the Jackson County Code regarding a ban on conversion therapy for minors

The Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee met on February 28, 2023. The committee held Ordinance 5711, which relates to a ban on conversion therapy for minors.

• Held Ordinance 5711 regarding conversion therapy ban for minors

911 Oversight Committee

The 911 Oversight Committee will hold a public hearing regarding Ordinance #21148. The committee is also reviewing a resolution expressing opposition to a proposed landfill in southeastern Kansas City near the Lee's Summit city limits.

• Public hearing for Ordinance #21148
• Resolution opposing a proposed landfill near Lee's Summit

The 911 Oversight Committee reviewed Resolution #21148 regarding a proposed landfill in southeastern Kansas City near Lee’s Summit. The committee voted to recommend the resolution for passage.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21148 (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions. This includes proposed anti-crime fund transfers and a $5,000,000 appropriation for the Our Healthy KC Eastside program. The meeting also addresses various zoning changes and contract extensions.

• Transfer of $3,352,583.00 within the Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund for law enforcement initiatives
• Proposed appropriation of $5,000,000.00 to UMKC for the Our Healthy KC Eastside program
• Contract award of $467,177.00 to Cale Seymour Construction, LLC for the East Haines Road Bridge Replacement
• Rezoning of a 5.23± acre tract from District AG to District RE
• Resolution expressing opposition to a proposed landfill near Lee’s Summit

The Legislature adopted a resolution opposing a proposed landfill in southeastern Kansas City. The body also approved several zoning changes and a series of supply and service contracts via a consent agenda.

• Adopted Resolution #21148 opposing a proposed landfill near Lee's Summit (8-1)
• Adopted Ordinance #5714 rezoning 5.23± acres from Agricultural to Residential Estates (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #5715 rezoning 5.5± acres from Local Business-Planned to Light Industrial (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #5716 granting a 25-year conditional use permit for a horse boarding facility (9-0)
• Approved Resolution #21171 transferring $3,352,583.00 within the 2023 Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund (9-0)
• Approved Resolution #21165 for building and grounds supplies from Lowe’s Home Centers (9-0)
• Approved Resolution #21168 for electrical supplies from Graybar Electric Company (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21174 recognizing the Monday Niters social group (9-0)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee will consider resolutions to award supply contracts for various County departments. These include a contract for building and grounds maintenance supplies and a contract for electrical supplies.

• Contract for building and grounds maintenance supplies with Lowe’s Home Centers
• Contract for electrical supplies with Graybar Electric Company

The Finance and Audit Committee voted to recommend the approval of two supply contracts for county departments. Both resolutions were passed by voice vote.

• Recommended passing Resolution #21165 for building and grounds maintenance supplies from Lowe’s Home Centers (voice vote)
• Recommended passing Resolution #21168 for electrical supplies from Graybar Electric Company (voice vote)

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee will hold public hearings regarding three ordinances related to land rezoning and a conditional use permit. The committee will also consider a contract for softball umpire services.

• Rezoning 5.23± acre tract from Agricultural to Residential Estates (Ord 5714)
• Rezoning 5.5± acre tract from Local Business-Planned to Light Industrial (Ord 5715)
• Conditional use permit for a horse boarding facility on 10.00± acres (Ord 5716)
• Contract for softball umpire services to Eastern Jackson County USSSA Umpire Association (Res 21167)

The committee voted to recommend for perfection three ordinances regarding land rezoning and a conditional use permit. Additionally, the committee recommended the passage of a resolution for softball umpire services.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5714 to rezone 5.23± acres from Agricultural to Residential Estates (voice vote)
• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5715 to rezone 5.5± acres from Local Business-Planned to Light Industrial (voice vote)
• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5716 for a 25-year conditional use permit for a horse boarding facility on 10.00± acres (voice vote)
• Recommended to pass Resolution #21167 awarding a softball umpire services contract to Eastern Jackson County USSSA Umpire Association (voice vote)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The Justice & Law Enforcement Committee is considering a resolution to authorize the County Executive and Prosecuting Attorney to enter into an agreement with the Missouri Department of Social Services, Family Support Division. This agreement concerns Child Support Enforcement.

• Resolution authorizing a Child Support Enforcement Cooperative Agreement with the Missouri Department of Social Services, Family Support Division

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee reviewed a resolution regarding a cooperative agreement with the Missouri Department of Social Services. The committee voted to recommend the resolution for passage.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21161 regarding Child Support Enforcement Cooperative Agreement (voice vote)

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee is reviewing a resolution regarding a proposed landfill in southeastern Kansas City. The resolution expresses the Legislature's opposition to the project near the Lee's Summit city limits.

• Resolution expressing opposition to a proposed landfill in southeast Kansas City

The Land Use Committee considered Resolution #21148 regarding a proposed landfill near the city limits of Lee’s Summit. The committee voted to move the resolution out of committee with no recommendation.

• Moved Resolution #21148 (opposition to proposed landfill) out of committee with no recommendation (voice vote)

Public Works Committee

The committee is considering an ordinance to extend the schedule for the Stoenner Road Bridge Replacement. This extension accounts for design delays caused by main water relocation. The supplemental agreement with Anderson Engineering, Inc. involves no cost to the County.

• Stoenner Road Bridge Replacement schedule extension

The Public Works Committee recommended for perfection Ordinance #5713. This ordinance authorizes a supplemental agreement with Anderson Engineering, Inc. to extend the project schedule for the Stoenner Road Bridge Replacement due to water relocation design delays.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5713 to extend Stoenner Road Bridge project schedule (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions. These include the introduction of a ban on conversion therapy for minors and various service contracts. The body will also consider transferring funds within the Anti-Crime Sales Tax Fund.

• Ordinance enacting a ban on conversion therapy for minors
• Resolution authorizing anti-crime agreements up to $12,277,283.00
• Rezoning of 5.23± acre and 5.5± acre tracts
• Contract for trash removal with Waste Management of Missouri
• Agreement extension for Stoenner Road Bridge Replacement

The County Legislature adopted multiple resolutions for equipment rental, trash removal, and child support enforcement. The body also passed a resolution honoring Officer James Muhlbauer and K-9 Officer Champ. Additionally, the board perfected an ordinance regarding a ban on conversion therapy for minors.

• Adopted Resolution #21160 for special event equipment rental with Electra Entertaining and Events, LLC (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21161 for a Child Support Enforcement Cooperative Agreement with Missouri Department of Social Services (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21162 for trash removal services with Waste Management of Missouri (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21172 honoring Officer James Muhlbauer and K-9 Officer Champ (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21169 to hold a closed meeting for potential contract discussions (9-0)
• Perfected Ordinance #5713 to extend the Stoenner Road Bridge Replacement project schedule at no cost to the County (9-0)
• Perfected Ordinance #5711 relating to a ban on conversion therapy for minors (9-0)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing resolutions to award service contracts for various County departments. These items include a contract for special event equipment rental and another for trash removal services. No ordinances are currently in committee.

• Contract for special event equipment rental with Electra Entertaining and Events, LLC
• Contract for trash removal service with Waste Management of Missouri

The committee voted to recommend the passage of two resolutions awarding service contracts. One contract is for special event equipment rental and the other is for trash removal services.

• Recommended passage of Resolution #21160 to award special event equipment rental contract to Electra Entertaining and Events, LLC (voice vote)
• Recommended passage of Resolution #21162 to award trash removal service contract to Waste Management of Missouri (voice vote)

Justice & Law Enforcement Committee

The committee is reviewing resolutions regarding legal process services and labor agreements. One item proposes a contract award to D&B Legal Services for the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, while another concerns an agreement with Communications Workers of America, Local 6360.

• Contract for legal process services to D&B Legal Services
• Memorandum of Understanding with Communications Workers of America, Local 6360

The Justice and Law Enforcement Committee voted to recommend the passage of two resolutions. These include a service contract for the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office and a memorandum of understanding regarding employee terms for a bargaining unit.

• Recommended passage of Resolution #21153 to award a legal process services contract to D&B Legal Services (voice vote)
• Recommended passage of Resolution #21155 to authorize a Memorandum of Understanding with Communications Workers of America, Local 6360 (voice vote)

Finance & Audit Committee

The Finance & Audit Committee is reviewing several resolutions for consideration. These items include agreements for legal services, internet connectivity, and office supplies.

• Resolution 21145: Legal services addendums not to exceed $114,200.00
• Resolution 21152: Internet connectivity contract with Unite Private Networks
• Resolution 21154: Office supplies and equipment contract with Rangel Distributing

The Finance and Audit Committee approved three resolutions regarding county service contracts. These include funding for legal services, a wide area network contract, and an office supply agreement.

• Approved Resolution #21145 to execute legal services addendums not to exceed $97,061.00 (voice vote)
• Recommended Resolution #21152 to award a 35-month wide area network and internet contract to Unite Private Networks (voice vote)
• Recommended Resolution #21154 to award a 12-month office supply contract to Rangel Distributing (voice vote)

Land Use Committee

The committee is reviewing a resolution regarding a proposed landfill in the southeastern portion of Kansas City near the Lee's Summit city limits. The resolution expresses the Legislature's opposition to the project.

• Resolution expressing opposition to a proposed landfill near Lee's Summit

The Land Use Committee met on February 14, 2023. The committee voted to hold a resolution expressing opposition to a proposed landfill near the city limits of Lee’s Summit, Missouri.

• Held Resolution #21148 regarding opposition to a proposed landfill (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Legislature is reviewing an ordinance regarding a ban on conversion therapy for minors and a resolution opposing a proposed landfill near Lee's Summit. The agenda also includes several service contract approvals and a $75,000 transfer for the Chiefs Kingdom Championship Parade sponsorship.

• Ordinance 5711: Ban on conversion therapy for minors
• Resolution 21148: Opposition to a proposed landfill near Lee's Summit
• Resolution 21145: Legal services addendums not exceeding $97,061.00
• Resolution 21164: $75,000 transfer for the “Chiefs Kingdom Championship Parade” sponsorship
• Resolution 21152: Internet connectivity contract with Unite Private Networks

The County Legislature overrode multiple line-item vetoes regarding funding for the Legislative Auditor, Clerk of the County Legislature, and other legislative departments. The body also approved a $75,000 sponsorship for the Chiefs Kingdom Championship Parade. Several attempts to override vetoes for outside agencies fighting substance abuse failed.

• Approved $75,000 for Chiefs Kingdom Championship Parade sponsorship (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21163 congratulating the Kansas City Chiefs (9-0)
• Overrode budget vetoes for Legislative Auditor, Clerk of the County Legislature, and Legislature as a Whole (various votes 6-3 or 7-2)
• Denied budget veto overrides for Truman Medical Center and four substance abuse agencies (5-4)
• Adopted Ordinance #5712 regarding County associates not within the Merit System (6-2-1)
• Approved Consent Agenda including legal services agreements up to $97,061 and IT connectivity contract (9-0)
• Approved contracts for legal process services (D&B Legal Services) and office supplies (Rangel Distributing) (9-0)
• Approved MOU with Communications Workers of America, Local 6360 (9-0)

Finance & Audit Committee

The committee is considering resolutions for several county service and supply contracts. These include addendums to legal services agreements and contracts for office furniture, maintenance supplies, and HVAC parts.

• Legal services agreement addendums not to exceed $114,200.00
• Office furniture supply contracts with Office Product Alliance of Kansas City and Scott Rice Office Works
• Building maintenance and repair supplies contract with W.W. Grainger
• HVAC parts supply contract with Charles D. Jones Company

The Finance and Audit Committee recommended the approval of three supply contracts for office furniture, building maintenance, and HVAC parts. One resolution regarding legal services agreements was held in committee.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21146 for office furniture contracts with Office Product Alliance and Scott Rice Office Works (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21147 for building maintenance and operations supplies from W.W. Grainger (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21149 for HVAC parts from Charles D. Jones Company (voice vote)
• Held Resolution #21145 regarding legal services agreements not to exceed $114,200.00 (voice vote)

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

The Jackson County Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee is reviewing an ordinance to amend section 5575 of the Jackson County Code. The proposal relates to a ban on conversion therapy for minors and includes a penalty provision.

• Ordinance regarding a ban on conversion therapy for minors with a penalty provision

The Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee met to review Ordinance #5711. The committee voted to hold the ordinance, which relates to a ban on conversion therapy for minors.

• Voted to hold Ordinance #5711 regarding a ban on conversion therapy for minors (passed by voice vote)

Budget Committee

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

• Ordinance amending Schedule I, Chapter 2 regarding non-merit system associates

The Budget Committee met to review pending ordinances. The committee voted to recommend Ordinance #5712, which relates to the pay schedule for County associates not within the Merit System, for perfection.

• Recommended Ordinance #5712 for perfection (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is reviewing an ordinance regarding a ban on conversion therapy for minors and updates to the county associate schedule. The agenda also includes several contract proposals and a resolution opposing a proposed landfill near Lee's Summit.

• Ordinance enacting a ban on conversion therapy for minors
• Legal services agreement addendums up to $114,200.00
• Resolution opposing a proposed landfill near the Lee’s Summit city limits
• Contract proposal for countywide internet connectivity from Unite Private Networks
• Office furniture contracts with Office Product Alliance and Scott Rice Office Works

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee is reviewing a resolution expressing the Legislature's opposition to a proposed landfill. The site would be located in southeastern Kansas City, near the Lee's Summit city limits.

• Resolution expressing opposition to a proposed landfill in southeast Kansas City

The Land Use Committee met to review Resolution #21148 regarding a proposed landfill in southeastern Kansas City. The committee voted to hold the resolution.

• Held Resolution #21148 regarding opposition to a proposed landfill near Lee's Summit (voice vote)

County Legislature

The Legislature is working on perfecting ordinances for the 2023 annual budget and tax levy. Members will also introduce new ordinances regarding conversion therapy bans and the County Merit System. Additionally, several resolutions concerning county contracts and opposition to a proposed landfill will be introduced.

• Ordinance to adopt the 2023 annual budget and appropriations
• Ordinance setting the 2023 tentative tax levy
• Introduction of an ordinance banning conversion therapy for minors
• Resolution authorizing legal services agreements up to $114,200.00
• Resolution expressing opposition to a proposed landfill near Lee's Summit

The Legislature approved the 2023 annual budget with a floor amendment adjusting several fund totals and appropriations. The body also adopted the tentative tax levy for 2023. Several new ordinances and resolutions were introduced and assigned to committees.

• Adopted Ordinance #5701 (2023 annual budget) with floor amendments (5-3-1)
• Adopted Ordinance #5702 (2023 tentative tax levy) (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21150 congratulating Wanda Graham on her retirement (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21151 congratulating June and William Swope on their 70th anniversary (9-0)
• Introduced Ordinance #5711 regarding a ban on conversion therapy for minors
• Introduced Ordinance #5712 regarding County associates not within the Merit System
• Introduced Resolution #21148 expressing opposition to a proposed landfill in Kansas City

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will hold a public hearing regarding Ordinance #5701. This ordinance proposes the adoption of the annual budget and appropriations for various spending agencies through December 31, 2023.

• Public hearing for Ordinance #5701
• Adoption of annual budget and appropriations for fiscal year 2023

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is holding a public hearing regarding an ordinance to adopt the annual budget. This ordinance would set appropriations for various spending agencies and principal subdivisions for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2023.

• Public hearing regarding the annual budget ordinance
• Adoption of appropriations for various spending agencies and principal subdivisions

County Legislature

The Jackson County Legislature is perfecting ordinances for the 2023 annual budget and tax levy. The body will also introduce an ordinance regarding a special election on April 4, 2023, for a 3% sales tax on adult-use marijuana.

• Ordinance to adopt the 2023 annual budget and appropriations
• Ordinance setting the 2023 tentative tax levy
• Introduction of an ordinance for a special election regarding a 3% sales tax on adult-use marijuana

The County Legislature adopted Ordinance #5710 to place a question on the April 4, 2023, special election ballot regarding a 3% sales tax on adult-use, non-medicinal marijuana. The tax would fund community and veterans support services. A proposal to change February meeting times to Tuesdays at 4:00 p.m. was defeated.

• Approved Floor Substitute for Ordinance #5710 (voice vote)
• Perfected Ordinance #5710 (voice vote)
• Adopted Ordinance #5710 to authorize a 3% marijuana sales tax election (9-0)
• Denied motion to change February meeting times to Tuesdays at 4:00 p.m. (5-4)
• Approved journal of the January 23, 2023 meeting (voice vote)

Budget Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing regarding an ordinance to adopt the annual budget and set appropriations for various spending agencies for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2023.

• Ordinance to adopt the annual budget and set appropriations for fiscal year 2023

County Legislature

The Legislature is reviewing the 2023 annual budget and tentative tax levy. The agenda also includes a proposal for a special election regarding a marijuana sales tax.

• Adoption of the 2023 annual budget and appropriations
• Setting the 2023 tentative tax levy
• Special election question for a 3% sales tax on adult-use, non-medicinal marijuana
• Agreement with Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services for an opioid and violent death tracking program
• Utility easement across the Rock Island Corridor for the KC Water Department

The County Legislature adopted an ordinance amending the Employees’ Pension Plan and approved two resolutions regarding health reporting and a water department easement. A motion to change ballot language for a proposed marijuana sales tax failed and was subsequently withdrawn.

• Adopted Ordinance #5708 amending the Employees’ Pension Plan (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21140 for an opioid and violent deaths tracking program (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution #21143 for a Kansas City Water Department utility easement (9-0)
• Denied motion to substitute original ballot language for Ordinance #5709 (4-5)
• Ordinance #5709 regarding a 3% adult-use marijuana sales tax was withdrawn
• Approved journal of the January 17, 2023 meeting (voice vote)

Health & Environment Committee

The committee is reviewing a resolution to authorize a Program Agreement with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. This agreement establishes a tracking program for statistical reporting of opioid and violent deaths. The program includes a fee payable to Jackson County.

• Resolution authorizing a tracking program for opioid and violent deaths

The Health and Environment Committee reviewed a resolution to establish a statistical reporting program for opioid and violent deaths. The committee voted to recommend the resolution for passage.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21140 regarding a Program Agreement with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (voice vote)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is reviewing an ordinance to be submitted to voters at a special election on April 4, 2023. The ordinance proposes a three percent countywide sales tax on all tangible personal property retail sales of adult use, non-medicinal marijuana.

• Ordinance for a 3% sales tax on non-medicinal marijuana retail sales

The Budget Committee voted to perfect a substitute for Ordinance #5709. This ordinance proposes a special election on April 4, 2023, to authorize a 3% countywide sales tax on adult-use, non-medicinal marijuana retail sales.

• Perfected Budget Committee Substitute for Ordinance #5709 (voice vote)

Land Use Committee

The committee is reviewing a resolution to authorize a permanent utility easement in favor of the Kansas City, Missouri Water Department. The easement would cross a portion of the Rock Island Corridor for a fee payable to the County.

• Resolution authorizing a permanent utility easement across part of the Rock Island Corridor

The Land Use Committee reviewed and recommended the passage of a resolution regarding a permanent utility easement. The easement would be granted to the Kansas City, Missouri Water Department across a portion of the Rock Island Corridor for a fee.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21143 (voice vote)

Budget Committee

This agenda contains only procedural information and refers to an external schedule for outside agencies budget hearings. No specific ordinances or resolutions are listed in this document.

• No specific ordinances or resolutions are listed.

Budget Committee

The January 18, 2023, Jackson County Budget Committee agenda contains no specific items for discussion or decision. It only references a 2023 Budget Hearing Schedule available under meeting details.

Budget Committee

This meeting agenda contains procedural information regarding the 2023 Budget Hearing Schedule for Jackson County departments. No specific ordinances or resolutions are listed in the provided text.

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will hold a public hearing regarding Ordinance 5709, which proposes a 3% sales tax on non-medicinal marijuana. The committee will also review an ordinance regarding the Employees’ Pension Plan and resolutions for county supply and IT service contracts.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 5709 regarding a 3% sales tax on adult-use, non-medicinal marijuana
• Ordinance 5708 amending the Jackson County Code relating to the Employees’ Pension Plan
• Contract award to Reeves-Wiedeman Company for pipe and plumbing supplies
• Contract award to Remy Corporation for IT project management services

The committee recommended for perfection an ordinance regarding the Employees’ Pension Plan and recommended two supply contracts for approval. A proposed sales tax on adult-use marijuana was held.

• Recommended for perfection Ordinance #5708 regarding Employees’ Pension Plan (voice vote)
• Held Ordinance #5709 regarding a 3% sales tax on adult-use marijuana (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21138 awarding pipe and plumbing supply contract to Reeves-Wiedeman Company (voice vote)
• Recommended do pass Resolution #21142 awarding IT project management services contract to Remy Corporation (voice vote)

Health & Environment Committee

The committee is considering a resolution to authorize the County Executive to enter into a Program Agreement with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. This agreement would establish a tracking program for statistical reporting of opioid and violent deaths. The program involves a fee payable to the County.

• Resolution authorizing a Program Agreement with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services

The committee reviewed Resolution #21140 regarding a program agreement with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. The committee voted to hold the resolution.

• Held Resolution #21140 regarding opioid and violent death statistical reporting (voice vote)

County Legislature

The legislature is reviewing ordinances to adopt the 2023 annual budget and set the tentative tax levy. The agenda also includes a proposal for a special election regarding a 3% sales tax on non-medicinal marijuana.

• Ordinance to adopt the 2023 annual budget and appropriations
• Ordinance setting the 2023 tentative tax levy
• Proposed 3% sales tax on non-medicinal marijuana for an April 4, 2023 special election
• Contract for plumbing supplies from Reeves-Wiedeman Company
• Agreement with Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services for tracking opioid and violent deaths

The County Legislature appointed Q. Troy Thomas as Legislative Auditor through December 31, 2024. The body also approved a consent agenda containing several supply contracts and a pension plan amendment.

• Appointed Q. Troy Thomas as Legislative Auditor (6-3)
• Approved amendment to Employees’ Pension Plan (Ordinance 5708)
• Awarded pipe and plumbing supply contract to Reeves-Wiedeman Company (Res 21138)
• Awarded calcium chloride and rock salt contract to Nu-Life Labs, Inc. (Res 21139)
• Awarded IT project management services contract to Remy Corporation (Res 21142)
• Authorized MOU amendment with Missouri Department of Conservation for park maintenance (Res 21141)
• Approved journal of the January 09, 2023 meeting

Land Use Committee

The Land Use Committee is reviewing a resolution regarding park maintenance. This item authorizes an amendment to a memorandum of understanding with the Missouri Department of Conservation at no cost to the County.

• Amendment No. 1 to MOU with Missouri Department of Conservation for park maintenance

The Land Use Committee reviewed a resolution regarding the maintenance of county park areas. The committee voted to recommend the resolution for passage.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21141 regarding Missouri Department of Conservation MOU Amendment No. 1 (voice vote)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is considering a resolution to award a supply contract to Nu-Life Labs, Inc. The contract would provide calcium chloride pellets and rock salt for use by various County departments.

• Resolution for a twelve-month supply contract with Nu-Life Labs, Inc. for calcium chloride pellets and rock salt

The committee recommended the approval of Resolution #21139. This resolution awards a contract to Nu-Life Labs, Inc. for the supply of rock salt and calcium chloride pellets.

• Recommended do pass Resolution #21139 to award salt and calcium chloride contract to Nu-Life Labs, Inc. (voice vote)

County Legislature

The legislature will vote to finalize the 2023 annual budget and the county's tentative tax levy. It will also consider introducing a proposal for an April 4, 2023, special election regarding a 3% sales tax on non-medicinal marijuana.

• Adoption of the 2023 annual budget and appropriations
• Proposed 3% sales tax on non-medicinal marijuana for an April 4, 2023, special election
• Homeless assistance agreements not to exceed $307,000.00
• $2,400.00 appropriation for invasive species removal in County parks
• Contract awards for plumbing supplies and rock salt

The Legislature elected its 2023 leadership and approved funding for homeless assistance and parkland management. Members also voted to hold 2023 meetings in Kansas City. Several new ordinances and resolutions were introduced and assigned to committees.

• Elected DaRon McGee as Chairman (5-2-2)
• Elected Megan L. Marshall as Vice Chairman (5-3-1)
• Approved Resolution #21125 for homeless assistance agreements up to $307,000 (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #5703 appropriating $2,400 for parkland land management (9-0)
• Decided to hold 2023 Legislative Meetings in Kansas City (9-0)
• Approved journal of previous meeting held December 27, 2022 (voice vote)
• Withdrew Ordinance #5667 regarding special obligation bonds