Lee's Summit public meetings in 2021
152 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council - Regular Session
The Lee's Summit City Council unanimously advanced three ordinances to second reading: the Raintree Animal Health Center preliminary development plan, the Logistics Park Industrial Development Project master plan, and the Downtown Market Center amended development agreement. The council also adopted Resolution 21-29, assenting to up to $106 million in revenue bonds for the Middle Big Creek sewer subdistrict, and approved multiple ordinances including engineering contracts, transit agreements, and a speed limit schedule update. A presentation on a proposed 1/2 cent public safety sales tax led to consensus to bring ballot language back for consideration on January 4, 2022.
- Advanced Bill 21-252 (Raintree Animal Health Center preliminary plan) to second reading (9-0)
- Advanced Bill 21-253 (Logistics Park master plan) to second reading (9-0)
- Advanced Bill 21-254 (Downtown Market Center amended agreement) to second reading (9-0)
- Adopted Resolution 21-29 assenting to $106M Middle Big Creek sewer revenue bonds (9-0)
- Adopted Ord. 9305: $130,949 engineering contract with Burns & McDonnell for West Prairie Lee sewer modeling (9-0)
- Adopted Ord. 9306: $130,957.25 CCTV inspection contract with Ace Pipe Cleaning (9-0)
- Adopted Ord. 9309: KCATA transit services agreement for 2022 (9-0)
- Adopted Ord. 9313: Lea Drive Stormwater change order, revised contract $2,085,800.55 (9-0)
City Council Rules Committee
The Rules Committee discussed but did not decide on a proposed ordinance to require city board and commission members to be registered voters and residents. They asked staff for data on current members who don't meet these qualifications before making a recommendation. The item was continued to the January 19, 2022 meeting. The committee also approved the agenda and the October 18, 2021 meeting minutes.
- Approved meeting agenda (3-0)
- Approved October 18, 2021 Action Letter (3-0)
- Continued discussion on board member qualifications to 1/19/2022
Planning Commission
The Lee's Summit Planning Commission will hold public hearings for preliminary development plans at 900 NW Pryor Rd and 3501 SW Market St. The meeting also includes reviews of plat approvals and a request to rescind action on a sign application for Lee's Summit High School.
- Preliminary Development Plan: Streets of West Pryor, Lot 9 at 900 NW Pryor Rd
- Preliminary Development Plan: Market Street Center at 3501 SW Market St
- Final Plat: Woodside Ridge, 2nd Plat at 2030 NW O’Brien Rd
- Preliminary Plat: Lakewood Business Center on I-470 at 2701 NE Hagan Rd
- Request to rescind sign application action for Lee's Summit High School
The Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of two preliminary development plans: Streets of West Pryor Lot 9 (900 NW Pryor Rd) and Market Street Center (3501 SW Market St). It also approved a preliminary plat for Lakewood Business Center and rescinded a prior denial to approve a sign application for Lee's Summit High School. All votes were unanimous.
- Recommended approval of Streets of West Pryor Lot 9 preliminary development plan (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of Market Street Center preliminary development plan (unanimous)
- Approved preliminary plat for Lakewood Business Center, Plat S, Lots 1-8 (unanimous)
- Rescinded December 2, 2021 denial of Lee's Summit High School sign application (unanimous)
- Approved Lee's Summit High School sign application (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including final plat for Woodside Ridge 2nd Plat (unanimous)
City Council - Regular Session
The City Council will hold a joint working session with the Lee's Summit R-7 School Board to discuss topics including workforce development and the 291 North & Highway 50 Interchange Project. The Council will also consider ordinances regarding electrical services, park agreements, and election poll contracts.
- Rezoning of 4.93 acres at 2013 SW Sampson Road
- Electrical services contract with Greenwood Energy Solutions, LLC
- Agreement with Jackson County Parks and Recreation for facility use
- Poll contracts for Lovell, Harris Park, Longview, and Gamber community centers
- Cost share agreement for the 291 North & Highway 50 Interchange Project
The City Council approved several ordinances, including cost-share and cooperative agreements for the 291 North and Highway 50 Interchange Project, and adopted multiple development-related ordinances. A mayoral appointment to the Human Relations Commission was withdrawn for review of residency requirements. The meeting included a working session with the Lee's Summit R-7 School Board on various topics.
- Approved cost-share agreement with Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission for 291 North/Highway 50 Interchange (8-1)
- Approved cooperative agreement with Lee's Summit R-7 School District for 291 North/Highway 50 Interchange (8-0, 1 abstention)
- Adopted Ord. 9296 approving preliminary development plan for ReNourish counseling office at 102 SW 2nd St (9-0)
- Adopted Ord. 9297 approving rezoning of 4.93 acres at 2013 SW Sampson Rd from AG to RLL (9-0)
- Adopted Ord. 9298 approving Chapel Ridge Mixed Use Development plan with amendment requiring tile roofs for existing Villas lots (9-0)
- Adopted Ord. 9299 renewing special use permit for Pinnacle Auto Sales car sales at 516 SW 3rd St for 10 years (9-0)
- Adopted Ord. 9300 awarding electrical services bid to Greenwood Energy Solutions (9-0)
- Withdrew mayoral appointment of Fel Bagunu to Human Relations Commission for residency review (9-0)
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City Council - Closed Session
The Lee's Summit City Council will meet in a closed session on December 14, 2021. The meeting is scheduled to discuss legal litigation and potential real estate transactions. This session is closed to the public and will not be recorded or broadcast.
- Discussion of legal actions or litigation
- Discussion of real estate leasing, purchases, or sales
Board of Aeronautic Commissioners
The Board will consider a staff report regarding fuel sales and fuel history presented by the Airport Manager. The agenda also includes the approval of an action letter from October 11, 2021.
- Staff Report on Fuel Sales & Fuel History (2021-4574B)
- Approval of Action Letter dated October 11, 2021 (2021-4573)
City Council - Special Session
The Lee's Summit City Council is meeting in a special session to consider Resolution No. 21-28. This resolution expresses opposition to the current Jackson County mask mandate and prohibits using city funds for its enforcement. The agenda also includes committee reports and council roundtable discussions.
- Resolution No. 21-28: Expressing opposition to the Jackson County mask mandate and prohibiting use of city funds for enforcement
Community and Economic Development Committee
The Committee will discuss updating design standards for new trash enclosures in the Downtown Core Area. Members will also continue discussions regarding residential fence materials and consider approving the November 10, 2021 Action Letter.
- Ordinance to update design standards for new trash enclosures in the Downtown Core Area
- Continued discussion on residential fence materials
- Approval of the November 10, 2021 Community and Economic Development Action Letter
The Community and Economic Development Committee voted unanimously to send two items to the Planning Commission: continued discussion on residential fence materials and an ordinance updating trash enclosure design standards for the Downtown Core Area. The committee also approved its November 10, 2021 action letter and amended agenda. No public comments were made.
- Approved amended meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved November 10, 2021 Action Letter (unanimous)
- Sent residential fence materials discussion to Planning Commission (unanimous voice vote)
- Directed staff to advance trash enclosure design standards ordinance to Planning Commission (unanimous voice vote)
City Council - Regular Session
The City Council will hold public hearings on several development plans and rezoning applications. The meeting also includes presentations on the 291 North Interchange Project agreements and a health department update.
- Rezoning of 4.93 acres at 2013 SW Sampson Road from AG to RLL
- Agreements for the 291 North Interchange Project with state officials and R-7 School District
- Preliminary development plan for ReNourish Counseling Office at 102 SW 2nd Street
- Special use permit renewal for Pinnacle Auto Sales at 516 SW 3rd Street
- Ordinance amending fees and regulations for rights-of-way and infrastructure use
The Lee's Summit City Council approved a rezoning from CP-2 to RP-4 and preliminary development plan for Douglas Station Apartments (5-3), adopted several ordinances and resolutions, and advanced multiple bills to second reading. The council also heard presentations on advisory commission realignment, the 291 North Interchange Project, and a health department update, with no final decisions on those items.
- Approved rezoning and preliminary plan for Douglas Station Apartments (5-3)
- Adopted Ord. No. 9293 amending streets/traffic code for right-of-way devices and fees (8-0)
- Adopted Ord. No. 9294 vacating easement at 2030 NW O'Brien Road (8-0)
- Advanced Bill 21-243 for ReNourish Counseling Office preliminary plan to second reading (8-0)
- Advanced Bill 21-244 for rezoning at 2013 SW Sampson Road to second reading (8-0)
- Advanced Bill 21-245 for Chapel Ridge revised elevations to second reading (8-0)
- Advanced Bill 21-246 for Pinnacle Auto Sales SUP renewal to second reading (8-0)
- Adopted Resolution 21-27 for 2022 Legislative Intergovernmental Program (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council - Closed Session
The Lee's Summit City Council will meet in a closed session to discuss litigation and attorney communications. The council may also discuss the leasing, purchase, or sale of real estate.
- Legal actions, causes of action or litigation involving the city
- Confidential communication with the city attorney
- Leasing, purchase or sale of real estate
City Council - Closed Session
The Lee's Summit City Council will meet in a closed session to discuss personnel-related topics. This includes discussions regarding the hiring, firing, disciplining, or promoting of employees. The council may also review individual employee records and prepare for negotiations with employee groups.
- Personnel matters including hiring, firing, disciplining, or promoting employees
- Review of individual employee performance ratings or records
- Preparation for negotiations with employee groups
The Lee's Summit City Council met in closed session on December 7, 2021, to discuss personnel matters, including hiring, firing, disciplining, or promoting employees, as well as individually identifiable personnel records and negotiations with employee groups. The motion to enter closed session was approved by an 8-0 vote, with one councilmember absent. No substantive decisions were made in open session.
- Approved motion to hold closed session for personnel matters (8-0)
Finance and Budget Committee
The Finance and Budget Committee will review an overview of the Water Utilities and IT departments. The committee is also considering ordinances for electrical services, a facility use agreement with Jackson County, and election poll contracts for local community centers.
- Award of Bid No. 2022-029 to Greenwood Energy Solutions, LLC for electrical services
- Intergovernmental agreement between Lee's Summit Parks and Recreation Board and Jackson County Parks and Recreation
- 2022 Jackson County Board of Election Commissioners Poll Contracts for four community centers
- Overview of Water Utilities Business Services Division and IT Department
The Finance and Budget Committee recommended approval of three ordinances to the City Council: an electrical services and materials contract with Greenwood Energy Solutions, an intergovernmental agreement with Jackson County Parks and Recreation for facility use, and 2022 poll contracts for four community centers. The committee also received and filed an overview of Water Utilities Business Services and IT, and approved the previous meeting's action letter. No public comments were made.
- Recommended approval of electrical services contract with Greenwood Energy Solutions (4-0)
- Recommended approval of intergovernmental agreement with Jackson County Parks and Recreation (4-0)
- Recommended approval of 2022 poll contracts for Lovell, Harris Park, Longview, and Gamber centers (4-0)
- Approved November 1, 2021 action letter (4-0)
- Received and filed Water Utilities Business Services and IT overview
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider several rezoning and land use applications. These include proposals for a storage facility at Town Centre and the development of Chapel Ridge Apartments. The commission will also review a comprehensive plan amendment and a sign application for Lee's Summit High School.
- Rezoning and special use permit for a storage facility at 520 NE Town Centre Dr
- Rezoning and preliminary development plan for Chapel Ridge Apartments
- Comprehensive plan amendment for approximately 12 acres along NE Akin Blvd
- Vacation of easement for properties including 721 NE Meadowview Dr
- Sign application for Lee's Summit High School at 400 SE Blue Pkwy
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a preliminary development plan for the Raintree Animal Health Center at 3820 SW Ward Rd. The agenda also includes a special use permit renewal for Pinnacle Auto Sales and a final plat for Osage, 3rd Plat.
- Preliminary development plan for Raintree Animal Health Center addition & renovation at 3820 SW Ward Rd
- Special use permit renewal for automotive sales at 516 SW 3rd St
- Final plat for Osage, 3rd Plat at 2151 SW M-150 Hwy
The Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of a preliminary development plan for a 2,630-square-foot addition and renovation to the Raintree Animal Health Center at 3820 SW Ward Rd, including a requested setback modification. It also unanimously recommended approval of a 10-year special use permit renewal for Pinnacle Auto Sales at 516 SW 3rd St. Both items will go to the City Council for final action. The commission also approved the consent agenda, including a final plat for the Osage subdivision, and the minutes of the November 4 meeting.
- Approved the agenda unanimously.
- Approved the consent agenda, including the final plat for Osage, 3rd Plat (Lots 76-87 and Tracts O & P) at 2151 SW M-150 Hwy.
- Approved the minutes of the November 4, 2021, Planning Commission meeting.
- Recommended approval of the preliminary development plan for the Raintree Animal Health Center addition and renovation (PL2021-353) to the City Council, due back 12/21/2021.
- Recommended approval of the special use permit renewal for Pinnacle Auto Sales (PL2021-355) to the City Council, due back 12/7/2021.
Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Board of Zoning Adjustments will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for 508 SW Seagull St. The application seeks relief from specific rear yard setback requirements within the Unified Development Ordinance.
- Variance request for rear yard setback at 508 SW Seagull St (Application #PL2021-423)
Legislative and Intergovernmental Relations Committee
The committee will discuss legislative priorities and review the October 21, 2021, action letter. The meeting also includes standard procedures like agenda approval and public comments.
- Approval of the Committee Action letter for October 21, 2021
- Continued discussion of legislative priorities
The committee voted 4-0 to approve its agenda and the action letter from the October 21, 2021 meeting. Members agreed by consensus to two suggested edits to the Legislative Priorities handout and asked staff to send a resolution to the full Council for its December 21, 2021 meeting. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 12:00 p.m.
- Approved the November 18, 2021 agenda (4-0).
- Approved the October 21, 2021 action letter (4-0).
- Agreed by consensus to edit the first sentence of the Legislative Priorities handout.
- Agreed by consensus to change a revenue bullet to 'Support Tax Legislation that protects Municipal Revenue'.
- Directed staff to send a resolution on legislative priorities to the full Council for December 21, 2021.
City Council - Regular Session
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Douglas Station Apartments rezoning and an EPA Brownfields grant application. The agenda also includes votes on several infrastructure contracts and ordinance amendments.
- Rezoning for Douglas Station Apartments at 3 NE Sycamre St and 1141 NW Sloan St
- $1,673,755.80 contract for NW Main Street Improvements (Chipman Road to Commerce Drive)
- $95,240.00 purchase of a new aircraft tug for the municipal airport
- EPA Brownfields Grant Application for the Downtown Market Plaza Project
- Ordinance amending liquor license administration and enforcement
The City Council held a public hearing and voted to advance the rezoning and preliminary development plan for Douglas Station Apartments, amending the plan to replace a dog park with additional parking. The council also approved several ordinances, including contracts for an aircraft tug, road improvements, and engineering services, as well as a liquor license administration update. A rezoning for the Blue Parkway mixed-density development was adopted over one dissenting vote.
- Advanced Bill 21-235 (Douglas Station Apartments rezoning) to second reading as amended (7-2)
- Amended Bill 21-235 to remove dog park and add parking (9-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 9287: $95,240 aircraft tug purchase from JBT Lektro Inc. (9-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 9288: $1,673,755.80 NW Main Street improvements contract to VF Anderson Builders LLC (9-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 9289: $7,868 engineering services amendment to Olsson Associates (9-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 9290: liquor license administration amendments (9-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 9291: sewer main license agreement with R-7 School District and Union Pacific (8-0, 1 abstention)
- Adopted Ordinance 9292: Blue Parkway mixed-density rezoning (8-1)
Community and Economic Development Committee
The committee voted unanimously to recommend approval of an ordinance revising liquor license administration, aiming for faster processing. Members also voiced support for a proactive code enforcement plan and asked staff to draft a policy for review. The meeting included a presentation of Development Services staff and approval of the previous meeting's minutes.
- Approved October 13, 2021 Action Letter (unanimous)
- Recommended liquor license ordinance changes to City Council (unanimous)
- Supported proactive code enforcement plan; staff to draft policy
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
City Council - Regular Session
The Lee's Summit City Council adopted Resolution 21-26 expressing opposition to the Jackson County mask mandate, amended to remove reference to Kansas City's similar resolution. The council also advanced the Blue Parkway mixed-density rezoning to second reading on a 7-2 vote, and approved several ordinances including the purchase of Taser devices and ammunition contracts.
- Adopted Resolution 21-26 opposing Jackson County mask mandate (9-0)
- Advanced Blue Parkway rezoning to second reading (7-2)
- Approved Ord. 9281 for Axon Taser 7 purchase (9-0)
- Approved Ord. 9282 for ammunition contracts (9-0)
- Approved Ord. 9283 for Missouri Highway Safety grants (9-0)
- Approved Ord. 9284 for low-income water payments agreement (9-0)
- Approved Ord. 9285 for Third Street Streetscape agreement (9-0)
- Approved Ord. 9286 for FY2022 budget amendment (9-0)
City Council - Closed Session
This agenda contains only procedural information regarding the legal authority for closed sessions. No specific items or topics are listed for discussion.
The Lee's Summit City Council met in closed session on November 9, 2021, and voted unanimously (9-0) to enter the closed session. The session was authorized under Missouri law for discussions of litigation, real estate transactions, and personnel matters. No substantive decisions were made in open session, and the meeting was not recorded or broadcast.
- Approved motion to hold closed session (9-0)
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee is reviewing several infrastructure and utility items. This includes a contract for road improvements on NW Main Street and the purchase of an aircraft tug for the municipal airport. The committee will also discuss updates to city code regarding right-of-way use and fees.
- $1,673,755.80 contract for NW Main Street Improvements from Chipman Road to Commerce Drive
- $95,240.00 purchase of a new aircraft tug for Lee’s Summit Municipal Airport
- Amendments to city code regarding streets, sidewalks, and right-of-way use fees
- Amendment to engineering services agreement with Olsson Associates, Inc.
The Public Works Committee unanimously recommended approval of two ordinances to the City Council: one awarding a $1,673,755.80 contract to VF Anderson Builders LLC for the NW Main Street Improvements project, and another for the purchase of an aircraft tug for the municipal airport. The committee also forwarded an ordinance on right-of-way regulations without recommendation and approved an amendment to an engineering services agreement. All votes were unanimous 4-0.
- Recommended approval of Bid No. 2022-004 to JBT Lektro Inc. for an aircraft tug at $95,240.00 (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Project No. 714 NW Main Street Improvements to VF Anderson Builders LLC at $1,673,755.80 (4-0)
- Forwarded without recommendation an ordinance amending Chapters 26 and 29 on right-of-way regulations (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Amendment No. 1 to Olsson Associates on-call agreement for $7,868.00 (4-0)
- Approved the October 11, 2021, Public Works Committee Action Letter (4-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider several land use applications, including a rezoning request for property on SW Sampson Road. The meeting also includes public hearings for development plans at 102 SW 2nd Street and architectural revisions for Chapel Ridge.
- Rezoning from AG to RLL for 4.93 acres at 2013 SW Sampson Rd
- Preliminary development plan for ReNourish Counseling Office at 102 SW 2nd St
- Architectural elevation revisions for The Villas and Townhomes of Chapel Ridge
- Preliminary plat for 900 NE Colbern Rd
- Vacation of easement at 2030 NW O'Brien Rd
The Planning Commission recommended approval of a preliminary development plan for a ReNourish counseling office at 102 SW 2nd Street, a rezoning from AG to RLL for 2013 SW Sampson Road, and revised architectural elevations for The Villas and Townhomes of Chapel Ridge. All recommendations were unanimous and will go to the City Council for final action.
- Recommended approval of preliminary development plan for ReNourish Counseling Office at 102 SW 2nd Street (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of rezoning from AG to RLL for 2013 SW Sampson Road (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of revised architectural elevations for The Villas and Townhomes of Chapel Ridge (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including vacation of easement at 2030 NW O'Brien Road (unanimous)
- Approved preliminary plat for Colbern Road Investments at 900 NE Colbern Rd (unanimous)
- Approved October 21, 2021 Planning Commission minutes (unanimous)
City Council - Regular Session
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the removal of Summit Place Property from a community improvement district. The agenda also includes requests for economic development incentives and several land use ordinances.
- Petition to remove Summit Place Property from the Summit Fair Community Improvement District
- Economic development incentive requests for residential and industrial projects
- Rezoning of 16.25 acres at 4871 SW Raintree Parkway
- Sewer main installation agreement with Lee's Summit R-7 School District
- Amendment to T-Mobile lease for the water storage tower at 1251 SE Ranson Road
The Council approved a preliminary development plan and a 30-year special use permit for major automotive repair at 710 SE Blue Parkway (Ords. 9272 and 9273), each by a 7-1 vote with Councilmember Forte dissenting and Councilmember Felker absent. It also approved a rezoning of 16.25 acres at 4871 SW Raintree Parkway from CP-2 to RLL (Ord. 9274) by the same 7-1 vote. Several consent agenda items were approved unanimously, including final plats for Hawthorn Ridge and Paragon Star, and ordinances related to Summit Park Church, an easement vacation, and a T-Mobile lease amendment. The Council reversed the Director's denial of an exterior renovation permit for trash enclosure materials at 216-218 SE Douglas St. by a unanimous vote.
- Approved preliminary development plan for automotive repair at 710 SE Blue Parkway (Ord. 9272) 7-1
- Approved 30-year special use permit for automotive repair at 710 SE Blue Parkway (Ord. 9273) 7-1
- Approved rezoning of 16.25 acres at 4871 SW Raintree Parkway from CP-2 to RLL (Ord. 9274) 7-1
- Reversed Director's denial of exterior renovation permit for trash enclosure at 216-218 SE Douglas St. (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including final plat for Hawthorn Ridge 3rd Plat (Ord. 9268), Summit Park Church preliminary plan (Ord. 9269), and easement vacation at 605 NW Redbud Dr (Ord. 9270) (unanimous)
- Approved T-Mobile tower lease amendment at 1251 SE Ranson Road (Ord. 9271) (unanimous)
- Advanced to second reading bills to remove Summit Place from Summit Fair CID and terminate TIF contracts (Bills 21-223, 21-224, 21-225) (unanimous)
- Approved final plat for Paragon Star 4th Plat (Ord. 9275) 8-0 with one absent
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Finance and Budget Committee
The Finance and Budget Committee will consider several ordinances regarding city contracts and grants. This includes updates to the fiscal year budget for the General and Stormwater funds. The committee will also review agreements for police equipment and streetscape improvements.
- Purchase of Taser 7 devices from Axon Enterprise Inc.
- Ammunition supply contract with On Target Ammunition, LLC and Zoom Technologies, LLC
- Grant agreements for the Missouri Highway Safety Program
- Agreement regarding low-income water accounts with the State of Missouri
- Third Street Streetscape Enhancement Project cooperative agreement
The Finance and Budget Committee recommended approval of several items to the City Council, including a Taser 7 device purchase agreement with Axon Enterprise Inc., a dual award for ammunition supply, two Missouri Highway Safety Program grants, an intergovernmental agreement for low-income water accounts, a cooperative agreement for the Third Street Streetscape Enhancement Project, a budget amendment for the General and Stormwater Funds, and a revised investment policy. All recommendations passed unanimously with a 3-0 vote (Vice Chair Lopez absent). The committee also approved the October 4, 2021 action letter. No public comments were made.
- Approved October 4, 2021 Action Letter (3-0)
- Recommended approval of Taser 7 purchase agreement with Axon Enterprise Inc. (3-0)
- Recommended approval of dual award for ammunition to On Target Ammunition, LLC and Zoom Technologies, LLC (3-0)
- Recommended approval of two Missouri Highway Safety Program grant agreements (3-0)
- Recommended approval of intergovernmental agreement with Missouri Dept. of Social Services for low-income water accounts (3-0)
- Recommended approval of cooperative agreement for Third Street Streetscape Enhancement Project (3-0)
- Recommended approval of Amendment No. 4 to FY2022 Budget (3-0)
- Recommended approval of revised investment policy (3-0)
Downtown Market Plaza Stakeholders
The City Council, its committees, and the Planning Commission will hold three separate meetings to discuss programming for public spaces in the Downtown Market Plaza project. No votes on city business will be taken during these sessions.
- Discussion of programming for Downtown Market Plaza public spaces
- 11:00 am meeting with downtown businesses and residents
- 2:00 pm meeting with arts, culture, and education stakeholders
- 5:30 pm meeting with elected officials and planning commissioners
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a rezoning and preliminary development plan for Douglas Station Apartments at 3 NE Sycamore Street and 1141 NW Sloan Street. The agenda also includes the approval of a final plat for Hook Farms, 2nd Plat. Additionally, the commission will hear an appeal regarding renovation permit materials for a trash enclosure.
- Rezoning from CP-2 to RP-4 and preliminary development plan for Douglas Station Apartments
- Final plat approval for Hook Farms, 2nd Plat, Lots 100-178 and Tract I
- Appeal of exterior renovation permit decision for trash enclosure materials at 216-218 SE Douglas St
The Planning Commission voted 6-2 to recommend denial of the rezoning and preliminary development plan for Douglas Station Apartments, citing parking and design concerns. The Commission also voted unanimously to recommend reversing the denial of an exterior renovation permit for a trash enclosure at 216-218 SE Douglas St. The consent agenda, including the Hook Farms 2nd Plat final plat, was approved unanimously.
- Recommended denial of rezoning CP-2 to RP-4 and preliminary development plan for Douglas Station Apartments (6-2)
- Recommended reversal of exterior renovation permit denial for trash enclosure at 216-218 SE Douglas St. (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including Hook Farms 2nd Plat final plat (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of October 7, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
- Appointed Commissioner Arth as ex officio member to CEDC (unanimous)
Legislative and Intergovernmental Relations Committee
The committee will review an action letter from September 23, 2021. Members will also continue discussions regarding legislative priorities, specifically language for eminent domain and local election priorities.
- Approval of the September 23, 2021, Action Letter
- Discussion of legislative priorities
- Discussion of language for eminent domain and local election priorities
The Legislative and Intergovernmental Relations Committee met and approved its September 23 action letter. The main business was continued discussion of legislative priorities, including language for eminent domain and local election priorities, but no final decisions were made. Staff will draft language for the next meeting, and the discussion was continued to November 15, 2021.
- Approved agenda for October 21, 2021 meeting (3-0-1, Mayor Baird absent)
- Approved September 23, 2021 action letter (3-0-1, Mayor Baird absent)
- Continued discussion of legislative priorities to November 15, 2021
City Council - Regular Session
The City Council will hold public hearings on several development plans, including a church expansion and an automotive repair permit. The meeting also includes votes on multiple engineering and construction contracts for water and road projects.
- Water main replacement contract for Highway 350 crossing ($398,706.00)
- Engineering services contract for Stormwater Utility study (up to $457,662.00)
- Rezoning of 16.25 acres at 4871 SW Raintree Parkway from CP-2 to RLL
- Special Use Permit for automotive repair at 710 SE Blue Parkway
- Contract modification for Pryor Road Improvements (increase of $199,791)
The Lee's Summit City Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including a $398,706 water main replacement project and a $457,662 stormwater utility study. They also advanced ordinances for a church expansion, an auto repair shop, and a rezoning, with final votes scheduled for a later meeting. A mixed-density residential development public hearing was continued to November 9.
- Approved $398,706 water main replacement contract (Ord. 9260, 8-0)
- Approved $457,662 stormwater utility study contract (Ord. 9261, 9-0)
- Approved $199,791 increase for Pryor Road engineering (Ord. 9262, 9-0)
- Approved $68,225 for Facilities Asset Management Plan (Ord. 9263, 9-0)
- Approved $111,000 increase for Chipman Road engineering (Ord. 9264, 9-0)
- Approved parking restriction schedule amendment (Ord. 9265, 9-0)
- Approved $38,132.40 change order for sanitary sewer replacement (Ord. 9266, 9-0)
- Approved $103,163.59 change order for Delta School Road stormwater (Ord. 9267, 9-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council Rules Committee
The City Council Rules Committee meeting consists of procedural and administrative tasks. The committee will consider approving the April 21, 2021 action letter and discussing potential future agenda items.
- Approval of the April 21, 2021 Action Letter
- Discussion regarding future agenda items
The Lee's Summit City Council Rules Committee met and approved its agenda and the action letter from the previous meeting, both by 4-0 votes. The committee discussed future agenda items, including City Manager responses to citizen concerns, copying the clerk's office on Closed Session information, a review of the Rules Quick Reference Guide, and obtaining the State Statute for Planning Commission roles. No substantive policy decisions were made.
- Approved October 18, 2021 agenda (4-0)
- Approved action letter for April 21, 2021 meeting (4-0)
Community and Economic Development Committee
The Community and Economic Development Committee discussed short-term rental regulations but agreed not to pursue changing the current ordinance at this time. They also reviewed the Development Services organizational chart and continued discussion on narrow lot development. The agenda and previous meeting minutes were approved unanimously.
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved September 8, 2021 action letter (unanimous)
- Agreed not to change short-term rental ordinance
City Council - Regular Session
The Lee's Summit City Council approved several ordinances, including a $85 million taxable industrial development revenue bond for the Stag's Field Apartment Project, and adopted agreements for software maintenance with CityView and ESRI. The council also approved a budget amendment and advanced a final plat for Hawthorn Ridge. All votes were 6-0 with three members absent.
- Approved $85M bond for Stag's Field apartments (6-0)
- Adopted software maintenance agreement with CityView (6-0)
- Adopted enterprise licensing agreement with ESRI (6-0)
- Approved Amendment No. 3 to FY2022 budget (6-0)
- Advanced Hawthorn Ridge 3rd Plat to second reading (6-0)
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee unanimously recommended 10 ordinances to the City Council, including contracts for water main replacement, stormwater studies, and engineering services. The committee also discussed a proposed change to the snow plan that would raise the residential plowing threshold to two inches, but no decision was made.
- Recommended approval of $398,706 water main replacement contract to Wiedenmann, Inc. (4-0)
- Recommended approval of $457,662 stormwater utility rate study with Black & Veatch (4-0)
- Recommended approval of $199,791 increase for Pryor Road engineering services (4-0)
- Recommended approval of $68,225 for Facilities Asset Management Plan Phase 3 (4-0)
- Recommended approval of $111,000 increase for Chipman Road engineering services (4-0)
- Recommended approval of parking restriction amendments (4-0)
- Recommended approval of $38,132.40 change order for sanitary sewer replacement (4-0)
- Recommended approval of $103,163.59 change order for Delta School Road stormwater improvements (4-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission met on October 7, 2021, and approved its consent agenda, which included a recommendation to the City Council to vacate portions of an easement at 605 NW Redbud Dr. The commission also approved the minutes from its September 23, 2021 meeting. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.
- Recommended approval of easement vacation at 605 NW Redbud Dr (unanimous)
- Approved September 23, 2021 Planning Commission minutes (unanimous)
City Council - Regular Session
The City Council adopted an ordinance ordering improvements for the Paragon Star Sports Complex Neighborhood Improvement District and authorizing financing, with Councilmember Felker abstaining. The council also approved consent agenda items including redrawn council district boundaries, a water line easement vacation, and a parks board appointment. A first-reading ordinance authorizing up to $85 million in industrial development revenue bonds for the Stag's Field apartment project was advanced to second reading, with Councilmember Lopez voting no.
- Adopted Paragon Star Sports Complex improvement ordinance (6-0-1 abstention)
- Approved redrawn council district boundaries, Ord. No. 9253 (7-0)
- Approved water line easement vacation at 1101 SW Hoke Drive, Ord. No. 9254 (7-0)
- Approved Bernadette Basham appointment to Parks and Recreation Board (7-0)
- Advanced $85M Stag's Field apartment bond ordinance to second reading (6-1)
- Advanced Osage 2nd Plat subdivision final plat to second reading (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 21-23 authorizing Pine Tree CID successor directors (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council - Closed Session
The Lee's Summit City Council will meet in a closed session on October 5, 2021. This agenda contains only procedural notice regarding legal actions and attorney communications. No specific projects or contracts were listed for discussion.
The City Council voted unanimously to enter a closed session under Missouri law to discuss legal actions and privileged attorney communications. No substantive decisions were made during the open portion of the meeting.
- Motion to enter closed session for legal matters carried (7-0)
Finance and Budget Committee
The Finance and Budget Committee unanimously recommended approval of three items to the City Council: a three-year software maintenance agreement with CityView/Harris Computer Corporation, an enterprise licensing agreement with ESRI, and Amendment No. 3 to the FY2022 budget. The committee also received and filed the investment portfolio report and a finance department overview, and approved the previous meeting's action letter.
- Approved September 2, 2021 Action Letter (4-0)
- Recommended approval of CityView software maintenance agreement (Bill 21-204) (4-0)
- Recommended approval of ESRI enterprise licensing agreement (Bill 21-205) (4-0)
- Recommended approval of FY2022 Budget Amendment No. 3 (Bill 21-206) (4-0)
- Received and filed Investment Portfolio Report for quarter ended June 30, 2021
- Received and filed Finance Department Overview
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission recommended approval of four items to the City Council: a rezoning for a single-family home at 4871 SW Raintree Parkway, a preliminary development plan and special use permit for Caliber Collision at 710 SE Blue Parkway (with parking reduced from 68 to 50 spaces), a preliminary development plan for Summit Park Church's expansion, and a rezoning and preliminary development plan for a mixed-density residential development at 2840 SE Blue Parkway. All recommendations were unanimous, except the Summit Park Church item which passed 5-0 with one abstention.
- Recommended approval of rezoning from CP-2 to RLL at 4871 SW Raintree Parkway (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of Caliber Collision preliminary development plan and 30-year special use permit, with parking reduced from 68 to 50 spaces (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of Summit Park Church preliminary development plan for building and parking expansion (5-0, 1 abstention)
- Recommended approval of rezoning from AG to RP-1, RP-4, CP-2 and preliminary development plan for Blue Parkway mixed-density residential development (unanimous)
Legislative and Intergovernmental Relations Committee
The Legislative and Intergovernmental Relations Committee approved its agenda and the action letter from the May 10, 2021 meeting, both by a 3-0-1 vote with Mayor Baird absent. The committee discussed potential changes to legislative priorities, including adding placeholder items on eminent domain and local elections, and removing a statement about taxing online and brick-and-mortar stores equally. They also reviewed the committee's roles and responsibilities and decided to hold future meetings on the third Thursday of each month as needed.
- Approved agenda for September 23, 2021 meeting (3-0-1)
- Approved action letter for May 10, 2021 meeting (3-0-1)
- Discussed adding 'Eminent Domain' placeholder to legislative priorities
- Discussed adding 'Local Elections' placeholder to legislative priorities
- Discussed removing 'Online and brick and mortar stores should be taxed equally' from legislative priorities
- Decided to hold future meetings on third Thursday of each month as needed
City Council - Regular Session
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding redrawing council districts and the 2021 property tax levy. The agenda also includes discussions on parking regulations for recreational vehicles and several infrastructure contract awards.
- Public hearing on redrawing City Council district boundaries based on 2020 Census data
- Public hearing regarding the 2021 property tax levy for Lee's Summit, Cass, and Jackson Counties
- Engineering services contract for Ward and Persels Road Signal Project up to $908,560.00
- Award of $133,480.00 for the Tri-County Water Authority Emergency Water Supply project
- Public hearing on amending parking standards for RVs, boats, and utility trailers
The Lee's Summit City Council approved the 2021 property tax levy (Ord. No. 9241) and advanced the Paragon Star Sports Complex Neighborhood Improvement District ordinance to second reading (Bill No. 21-185). The council also approved the 2020 Census-based redistricting ordinance (Bill No. 21-189) and several infrastructure contracts, including engineering services for the Ward and Persels Road Signal Project. Two ordinances related to RV, boat, and trailer parking regulations failed to advance on a 4-4 vote.
- Approved 2021 property tax levy (Ord. No. 9241) (8-0, 1 absent)
- Advanced Paragon Star NID ordinance to second reading (Bill No. 21-185) (8-0, 1 abstention)
- Advanced redistricting ordinance to second reading (Bill No. 21-189) (8-0, 1 absent)
- Approved $908,560 engineering contract for Ward and Persels Road Signal Project (Ord. No. 9243) (9-0)
- Approved $23,000 airport coronavirus relief grant agreement (Ord. No. 9244) (9-0)
- Approved $133,480 emergency water supply inter-connections bid (Ord. No. 9250) (9-0)
- Failed to advance RV/boat/trailer parking ordinance (Bill No. 21-187) (4-4, 1 absent)
- Failed to advance property maintenance parking regulations (Bill No. 21-188) (4-4, 1 absent)
City Council - Closed Session
The City Council scheduled a closed session to discuss legal actions, real estate transactions, and employee negotiations. No specific projects or items are identified on this agenda.
The City Council voted 8-1 to go into closed session for legal, real estate, and employee negotiations. Councilmember Johnson voted no, stating he believed most topics should be discussed in open session. The meeting was not recorded or broadcast.
- Approved motion to enter closed session (8-1).
- Councilmember Johnson voted against, citing preference for open session.
Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Board of Zoning Adjustments will hold public hearings regarding three variance requests. These include a loft dwelling unit at 302 NE Douglas St, hobby shop size at 100 NW Market St, and parking requirements at 1109 NE Noeleen Ct.
- Continued public hearing for a loft dwelling unit at 302 NE Douglas St
- Variance for hobby shop size at 100 NW Market St
- Variance for parking requirements at 1109 NE Noeleen Ct
City Council Rules Committee
This meeting consists of procedural business for the City Council Rules Committee. The committee will consider approving the action letter from the April 21, 2021 meeting and hold a discussion regarding future agenda items.
- Approval of the April 21, 2021 Action Letter
- Discussion of future agenda items
City Council - Regular Session
The City Council will consider ordinances regarding airport master plan services and a state block grant. The agenda also includes presentations on establishing a health department and redistricting updates.
- $400,000 contract modification for airport engineering services
- $381,879 block grant agreement for Airport Master Plan Update
- Report on establishing a Health Department
- Liquor license approvals for Taco-Holics Club and First Things First
- Rezoning correction for Streets of West Pryor
The City Council approved the consent agenda, including liquor licenses for Taco-Holics Club and First Things First, and adopted ordinances correcting a rezoning and updating election filing dates. It also approved two ordinances for airport planning: one amending an on-call services agreement with Crawford, Murphy and Tilly, Inc. to $400,000, and another accepting a $381,879 block grant from the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission. A resolution appointing successor directors to the Raintree 150 Center CID board was adopted. The council discussed establishing a health department and redistricting, with a public hearing on redistricting scheduled for the next meeting.
- Approved the agenda and consent agenda as published.
- Approved liquor licenses for Taco-Holics Club and First Things First.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 9236 correcting a rezoning for Streets of West Pryor.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 9237 amending election filing dates to comply with state law.
- Adopted Resolution No. 21-20 appointing successor directors to the Raintree 150 Center CID board.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 9238 amending the airport planning services agreement to $400,000.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 9239 accepting a $381,879 block grant for airport master plan update.
- Advanced Bill No. 21-184 (easement vacation) to second reading.
City Council - Closed Session
The City Council voted to enter a closed session under Missouri law to discuss legal actions and real estate transactions. The motion passed with all members voting in favor except one abstention. No public decisions were made during this closed meeting.
- Approved motion to hold closed session for legal and real estate discussions (passed, 8-0-1).
- Councilmember Felker abstained from the vote.
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee is reviewing several infrastructure and utility items. These include engineering contracts for road signals and airport planning, as well as water supply projects.
- Engineering services for Ward and Persels Road Signal Project up to $908,560.00
- Airport Master Plan Update Phase 2 engineering services up to $400,000.00
- Block Grant Agreement for Airport Master Plan Update of $381,879.00
- Water Tower Re-Coating construction phase services up to $196,008.00
- Emergency Water Supply Inter-Connections Project contract for $133,480.00
The Public Works Committee met and unanimously recommended 14 items to the City Council, including contracts for airport planning, engineering services, and construction projects. All votes were 4-0. The committee also approved its previous meeting's action letter and heard a report on the Stormwater Management Plan.
- Approved August 9, 2021 Action Letter (4-0)
- Recommended approval of airport Phase 2 Master Plan Update contract modification, not to exceed $400,000 (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Block Grant Agreement for airport Master Plan Update, $381,879 (4-0)
- Recommended approval of utility easement for Evergy at 701/801 NE Main Street (4-0)
- Recommended approval of engineering services for Ward and Persels Road Signal Project, $908,560 (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Coronavirus Relief Grant for airport operations, $23,000 (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Change Order for Lea Drive Stormwater project (4-0)
- Recommended approval of on-call appraisal services contract (4-0)
Mayor’s State of the City Address
This agenda provides the time and location for the annual Mayor's State of the City Address hosted by the Chamber of Commerce. No legislative items or specific topics for discussion are listed in this document.
- Mayor's State of the City Address at Stanley Historic Event Space
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider rezoning for Douglas Station Apartments and a special use permit for automobile sales at 1150 SE Blue Pkwy. The agenda also includes an amendment to move RV and boat parking standards to the Property Maintenance Code. Two plat applications are scheduled for approval.
- Rezoning from CP-2 to RP-4 for Douglas Station Apartments at 3 NE Sycamore St and 1141 NW Sloan St
- Special use permit for automobile sales at 1150 SE Blue Pkwy
- UDO amendment regarding RV, boat, and utility trailer parking standards
- Final plat for Osage, 2nd Plat at 2101 SW M-150 Hwy
- Preliminary plat for Lee's Summit Logistics near NE Tudor Rd and NE Main St
The Planning Commission voted 5-2 to deny a recommendation for America's Car-Mart's preliminary development plan and special use permit for auto sales at 1150 SE Blue Parkway, with two members voting in favor and one abstaining. The commission unanimously continued the Douglas Station Apartments rezoning and preliminary development plan to October 21, 2021, to address parking and amenity concerns. It also unanimously recommended approval of a UDO amendment moving RV, boat, and trailer storage standards to the Property Maintenance Code, and approved a sign application for Crown Pointe Church.
- Denied recommendation for America's Car-Mart preliminary development plan and special use permit (PL2021-203/204) by a 5-2 vote, with one abstention.
- Continued Douglas Station Apartments rezoning and preliminary development plan (PL2021-262) to October 21, 2021, unanimously.
- Recommended approval of UDO amendment (PL2021-317) to move RV, boat, and trailer storage standards to the Property Maintenance Code, unanimously.
- Approved sign application for Crown Pointe Church (PL2021-142), unanimously.
- Approved consent agenda including final plat for Osage, 2nd Plat, and preliminary plat for Lee's Summit Logistics, unanimously.
- Approved the August 26, 2021 Planning Commission minutes, unanimously.
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Community and Economic Development Committee
The committee will consider a proposed amendment to short-term rental regulations under UDO Section 6.505. The agenda also includes the approval of the August 11, 2021, Community and Economic Development Action Letter.
- Proposed amendment to short-term rental regulations (UDO Section 6.505)
- Approval of the August 11, 2021 Community and Economic Development Action Letter
The Lee's Summit Community and Economic Development Committee met and approved the agenda and the August 11, 2021 action letter, both unanimously. The main item, a proposed amendment to short-term rental regulations (UDO Section 6.505), was discussed but not decided; staff was asked to gather more information and research other city ordinances before bringing it back. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 3:36 p.m.
- Approved August 11, 2021 agenda (unanimous)
- Approved August 11, 2021 action letter (unanimous)
- Tabled short-term rental regulation amendment for further research
Community and Economic Development Committee
The Community and Economic Development Committee will participate in a vehicle tour of certain residential developments. The tour focuses on examples of narrow lot housing. No votes are scheduled to be taken during this item.
- Tour of Narrow Lot Examples (2021-4339)
City Council - Regular Session
The City Council will review budget amendments for road and bridge improvements and 2022 employee benefit programs. The agenda also includes second readings for the Paragon Star Sports Complex project and presentations on city council redistricting.
- Budget amendment for Road and Bridge Improvement and ITS Services funds
- Assessments for the Paragon Star Sports Complex project
- 2022 employee benefit programs with providers including Cigna and MetLife
- Liquor licenses for Grains and Taps at 310 SW Blue Parkway
- Agreement with Lee's Summit R-7 School District for sheltering and reunification
The Lee's Summit City Council approved ordinances creating a Neighborhood Improvement District for the Paragon Star Sports Complex and ordering an assessment roll, both with 8-1 votes (Felker abstaining). The council also adopted several other ordinances, including a budget amendment, employee benefit agreements, and water pump supply contracts. A redistricting presentation was given, with council consensus on Scenario 1, and a public hearing is set for September 21.
- Adopted Ord. 9234 creating Neighborhood Improvement District for Paragon Star Sports Complex (8-1, Felker abstain)
- Adopted Ord. 9235 ordering assessment roll for Paragon Star Sports Complex (8-1, Felker abstain)
- Adopted Ord. 9228 amending FY2022 budget for Road and Bridge and ITS funds (9-0)
- Adopted Ord. 9229 approving 2022 employee benefit programs with multiple insurers (9-0)
- Adopted Ord. 9230-9232 approving water pump supply cooperative contracts with JCI, FTC, Mid America (9-0 each)
- Adopted Ord. 9233 for mutual sheltering agreement with Lee's Summit R-7 School District (8-0, Felker abstain)
- Advanced Bill 21-180 (correcting rezoning for Streets of West Pryor) to second reading (9-0)
- Advanced Bill 21-181 (amending election filing dates) to second reading (9-0)
Finance and Budget Committee
The Finance and Budget Committee is reviewing several ordinances, including updates to the fiscal year 2022 budget for road and bridge improvements. The meeting also includes discussions on employee benefit programs and cooperative contracts for water pump supplies. Additionally, the committee will review a mutual sheltering agreement with the Lee's Summit R-7 School District.
- Budget Amendment No. 2 for Road and Bridge Improvement and ITS Services funds
- Approval of 2022 Employee Benefit Programs
- Cooperative contracts for water pump supplies and repair services
- Mutual sheltering agreement with Lee's Summit R-7 School District
- Dual award bid for fiber optic network installation and repair
The Finance and Budget Committee recommended approval of several items to the City Council, including a budget amendment for road and bridge improvements and ITS services, 2022 employee benefit programs, and cooperative contracts for water pump supplies. It also approved a mutual sheltering agreement with the Lee's Summit R-7 School District, amended to reference Lovell Community Center instead of Legacy Park Community Center. One agenda item was removed for referral to the Public Works Committee.
- Recommended approval of budget amendment for Road and Bridge and ITS funds (4-0)
- Recommended approval of 2022 employee benefit programs with Cigna, MetLife, and others (4-0)
- Recommended approval of cooperative contract with JCI Industries for water pump supplies (4-0)
- Recommended approval of cooperative contract with FTC Equipment for water pump supplies (4-0)
- Recommended approval of cooperative contract with Mid America Pump for water pump supplies (4-0)
- Recommended approval of mutual sheltering agreement with R-7 School District, amended to Lovell Community Center (3-1)
- Removed fiber optic network bid item from agenda for referral to Public Works Committee
Planning Commission
The Lee's Summit Planning Commission will meet to consider two applications. These include a sign application for Crown Pointe Church and a request to vacate an easement at 2861 NE Independence Ave. The commission will also approve the minutes from the August 12, 2021 meeting.
- Sign application for Crown Pointe Church at 5950 NE Lakewood Way
- Easement vacation at 2861 NE Independence Ave
- Approval of August 12, 2021 Planning Commission minutes
The Planning Commission voted unanimously to continue the sign application for Crown Pointe Church, 5950 NE Lakewood Way, to its September 9, 2021 meeting. The applicant will provide revised drawings addressing concerns about the proposed sign sizes, which exceed UDO standards for the AG zoning district. The commission also recommended approval of an ordinance to vacate a portion of an easement at 2861 NE Independence Ave.
- Continued sign application PL2021-142 for Crown Pointe Church to 9/9/2021 for revised drawings (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of ordinance 21-184 vacating easement at 2861 NE Independence Ave (unanimous)
- Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
City Council - Closed Session
The Lee's Summit City Council will meet in a closed session on August 26, 2021. The meeting is convened to discuss legal actions, litigation, and real estate transactions. This session is not open to the public.
- Discussion of legal actions or litigation involving the city
- Discussion regarding the leasing, purchase, or sale of real estate
City Council - Regular Session
The City Council will review the financing plan and proposed Neighborhood Improvement District for the Paragon Star Sports Complex. The agenda also includes several rezoning requests and a budget amendment for the Police Department.
- Financing plan and TIF bonds for the Paragon Star Sports Complex
- Rezoning 25.7 acres at 1401 SE Oldham Pkwy for Ranson Landing
- Development plan for a Chipotle at 1103 SW Oldham Parkway
- Rezoning 4 acres at 2340 SE Ranson Road from AG to RDR
- Budget amendment for the Police Department
The City Council advanced two ordinances (Bills 21-171 and 21-172) to second reading to create a Neighborhood Improvement District and prepare an assessment roll for the Paragon Star Sports Complex, with Councilmember Felker recused. The council also approved several ordinances, including a police budget amendment, a rezoning at 2340 SE Ranson Road, a preliminary plan for a Chipotle at 1103 SW Oldham Parkway, and a rezoning/conceptual plan for Ranson Landing at 1401 SE Oldham Pkwy. All votes were unanimous except for the rezoning and Chipotle plan, which had dissenting votes.
- Advanced Bill 21-171 (Paragon Star NID creation) to second reading (8-0, 1 recusal)
- Advanced Bill 21-172 (Paragon Star assessment roll) to second reading (8-0, 1 recusal)
- Adopted Bill 21-170, police budget amendment, as Ordinance 9222 (9-0)
- Adopted Bill 21-161, rezoning at 2340 SE Ranson Road, as Ordinance 9223 (7-2)
- Adopted Bill 21-162, Chipotle preliminary plan at 1103 SW Oldham Parkway, as Ordinance 9224 (6-3)
- Adopted Bill 21-155, Ranson Landing rezoning/conceptual plan, as Ordinance 9225 (8-0, 1 recusal)
- Approved liquor license for Calaveras (9-0)
- Adopted ARPA grant agreement as Ordinance 9220 (9-0)
City Council - Regular Session
The City Council will consider several rezoning applications for Ranson Road and Oldham Parkway. The agenda also includes approvals for public works contracts, including street crack sealing and police building renovations.
- $348,000 contract for the Crack Seal 21/22 Program with Vance Brothers, Inc.
- $112,764 change order for the Police and Courts building renovation
- Rezoning of 2340 SE Ranson Road from AG to RDR
- Preliminary Development Plan for Chipotle at 1103 SW Oldham Parkway
- $58,714.50 increase for stormwater engineering services with Intuition & Logic Inc.
The Lee's Summit City Council advanced several ordinances to second reading, including a rezoning at 2340 SE Ranson Road (8-1), a preliminary development plan for a Chipotle at 1103 SW Oldham Parkway (6-3), and a rezoning/conceptual plan for Ranson Landing at 1401 SE Oldham Parkway (8-0, with one recusal). The council also advanced an ordinance to accept an ARPA grant agreement (9-0) and adopted ordinances for a $348,000 crack seal contract, stormwater engineering modifications, a police/courts building change order, and mowing standard clarifications. All votes were unanimous except where noted.
- Advanced rezoning from AG to RDR at 2340 SE Ranson Road to second reading (8-1)
- Advanced preliminary development plan for Chipotle at 1103 SW Oldham Parkway to second reading (6-3)
- Advanced rezoning from CP-2 to PMIX and conceptual plan for Ranson Landing at 1401 SE Oldham Parkway to second reading (8-0, 1 recusal)
- Advanced ARPA grant agreement ordinance to second reading (9-0)
- Adopted crack seal bid to Vance Brothers, Inc. for $348,000 as Ord. No. 9215 (9-0)
- Adopted stormwater engineering modification with Lamp Rynearson for $39,700 increase as Ord. No. 9216 (9-0)
- Adopted stormwater engineering modification with Intuition & Logic Inc. for $58,714.50 increase as Ord. No. 9217 (9-0)
- Adopted change order for Police and Courts building renovation with Turner Construction for $112,764 increase as Ord. No. 9218 (9-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission voted unanimously to continue the preliminary development plan and special use permit for America's Car-Mart at 1150 SE Blue Pkwy to September 9, 2021, after hearing public testimony and discussion. The commission also approved a consent agenda item for a vacation of easement at 1001 SW Hoke Dr and a sign application for RE/MAX Elite at 1201 NE Windsor Dr. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Continued America's Car-Mart preliminary development plan and special use permit to 9/9/2021 (unanimous)
- Approved vacation of easement at 1001 SW Hoke Dr (unanimous)
- Approved RE/MAX Elite sign application at 1201 NE Windsor Dr (unanimous)
- Approved July 22, 2021 Planning Commission minutes (unanimous)
Community and Economic Development Committee
The Committee will hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to the CDBG Annual Action Plan. Members will also discuss residential fence materials and recreational vehicle parking provisions. An ordinance to clarify mowing standards is scheduled for review.
- Public Hearing: Substantial Amendment #3 to the CDBG 2020-21 Annual Action Plan
- Discussion of residential fence materials
- Ordinance clarifying mowing standards in the Property Maintenance Code
- Presentation and discussion regarding recreational vehicle and trailer parking provisions
- Approval of the July 14, 2021 Community and Economic Development Action Letter
The Community and Economic Development Committee unanimously recommended City Council approval of a substantial amendment to the 2020-21 CDBG Annual Action Plan, reducing the Duncan Estates exterior rehabilitation scope from 66 to 8 units and extending the contract to March 31, 2022. It also recommended approval of ordinances clarifying mowing standards for agricultural properties and adopting vehicle parking/storage regulations for private property. The committee discussed residential fence materials and asked staff to survey surrounding cities, with no action taken.
- Recommended approval of CDBG Substantial Amendment #3 (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of mowing standards ordinance amendment (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of vehicle parking/storage regulations ordinance (unanimous)
- Approved July 14, 2021 action letter (unanimous)
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will review ordinances for road crack sealing and stormwater engineering services. The committee will also consider a change order for the Police and Courts building renovation. Additionally, staff will present the FY22 Snow Plan.
- $348,000 contract award to Vance Brothers, Inc. for Crack Seal 21/22 Program
- $39,700 increase for Stormwater Improvements Phase 2 engineering services
- $58,714.50 increase for SE Hackamore Drive & SE Secretariat Drive stormwater services
- $112,764 change order for Police and Courts building renovation
- Presentation of the FY22 Snow Plan
The Public Works Committee unanimously recommended approval of four ordinances to the City Council: a $348,000 crack seal contract with Vance Brothers, two stormwater engineering service modifications (Lamp Rynearson +$39,700; Intuition & Logic +$58,714.50), and a $112,764 change order for the Police and Courts building renovation. The committee also heard presentations on the FY22 snow plan and 2020 CIP project financials, and discussed stormwater study next steps.
- Recommended approval of $348,000 crack seal contract to Vance Brothers (4-0)
- Recommended approval of $39,700 increase for Lamp Rynearson stormwater engineering (4-0)
- Recommended approval of $58,714.50 increase for Intuition & Logic stormwater engineering (4-0)
- Recommended approval of $112,764 change order for Police and Courts building renovation (4-0)
- Approved July 12, 2021 action letter (4-0)
- Approved agenda as amended (4-0)
City Council - Closed Session
The Lee's Summit City Council will meet via video conference for a closed session. The meeting covers legal matters, potential real estate transactions, and preparations for negotiations with employee groups.
- Legal actions or litigation
- Real estate leasing, purchase, or sale
- Negotiations with employee groups
City Council - Regular Session
The Lee's Summit City Council is reviewing several development proposals, including rezoning requests and new business park plans. The agenda also includes a contract award for curb repairs and a software support agreement. Public hearings are scheduled regarding community improvement districts and special use permits.
- Authorization of up to $36,500,000 in industrial development revenue bonds for West Pryor Apartment Development
- A $1,811,323.88 contract award for curb repairs to Phoenix Concrete & Underground, LLC
- A $575,106.35 software support agreement with Infor (US), LLC
- Rezoning of Osage 3rd plat at 2151 SW M-150 Hwy to Planned Residential Mixed Use
- Public hearing for a special use permit renewal for a tow lot at 451 SE Oldham Parkway
The Lee's Summit City Council approved several ordinances, including a $36.5 million industrial development revenue bond for the Streets of West Pryor apartment development, a rezoning for Osage 3rd plat, and a preliminary development plan for Chapel Ridge Business Park. The council also approved a $1.8 million curb repair contract, a $575,106 software support agreement, and multiple cooperative contracts for medical supplies. A public hearing for the Ranson Landing rezoning was continued to August 17 because the applicant was not present.
- Approved $36.5M bond for Streets of West Pryor apartments (9-0)
- Approved rezoning to RP-3 for Osage 3rd plat (9-0)
- Approved preliminary plan for Chapel Ridge Business Park outbuilding (9-0)
- Approved $1,811,323.88 curb repair contract to Phoenix Concrete (8-1)
- Approved $575,106.35 software support agreement with Infor (9-0)
- Approved cooperative contracts for medical supplies with Bound Tree, Life-Assist, Medline (9-0 each)
- Continued Ranson Landing rezoning public hearing to Aug 17 (9-0)
- Approved liquor licenses for The Pink Elephant and Prime 9 (9-0)
Finance and Budget Committee
The Finance and Budget Committee will consider ordinances for several city contracts. These include a software support agreement for the Lawson ERP system and medical supply cooperative contracts. The committee will also review fiscal sustainability updates and investment reports.
- $575,106.35 software support agreement with Infor (US), LLC
- Agreement with Metropolitan Community College for Precision Driving Center use
- Medical supply cooperative contracts via Mid-America Regional Council
- FY21/FY22 Fiscal Sustainability Plan update
- Investment Portfolio Report for the quarter ended March 31, 2021
The Finance and Budget Committee voted unanimously to recommend approval of several ordinances to the City Council, including a $575,106.35 software support agreement with Infor (US), LLC for the Lawson ERP system, an intergovernmental agreement with Metropolitan Community College for use of its Precision Driving Center, and three cooperative contracts for medical supplies. The committee also approved its June 14, 2021 action letter. No public comments were made, and no items were denied or tabled.
- Approved June 14, 2021 Action Letter (4-0)
- Recommended approval of IGA with Metropolitan Community College for Precision Driving Center (4-0)
- Recommended approval of $575,106.35 software support agreement with Infor (US), LLC (4-0)
- Recommended approval of cooperative contract with Bound Tree Medical, LLC (4-0)
- Recommended approval of cooperative contract with Life-Assist, Inc. (4-0)
- Recommended approval of cooperative contract with Medline Industries, Inc. (4-0)
Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Board of Zoning Adjustments is holding a special meeting via videoconference. The agenda includes a public hearing regarding an appeal of an administrative interpretation for the property located at 302 NE Douglas St.
- Public hearing for application #PL2021-235 regarding an appeal of administrative interpretation at 302 NE Douglas St.
Livable Streets Advisory Board
This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate with no listed agenda items. The Livable Streets Advisory Board is meeting, but no specific decisions or discussions are documented.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider several land use applications, including sign permits and a special use permit renewal. Public hearings are also scheduled for a new Chipotle development plan and a large-scale rezoning request.
- Rezoning 25.7 acres at 1401 SE Oldham Pkwy to PMIX district
- Preliminary development plan for Chipotle at 1103 SW Oldham Pkwy
- Rezoning 4 acres at 2340 SE Ranson Rd from AG to RDR
- Special use permit renewal for a tow lot at 451 SE Oldham Pkwy
- Sign applications for 1201 NE Windsor Dr and 2020 SW Hook Rd
The Planning Commission recommended approval of a rezoning from CP-2 to PMIX with a conceptual development plan for the 25.7-acre Ranson Landing site at 1401 SE Oldham Parkway, allowing a mix of residential, commercial, and storage uses. The commission also recommended approval of a rezoning from AG to RDR for a four-acre lot at 2340 SE Ranson Road, a preliminary development plan for a Chipotle restaurant at 1103 SW Oldham Parkway, and a special use permit renewal for a tow lot at 451 SE Oldham Parkway. All recommendations were unanimous and will go to the City Council for final action.
- Recommended approval of rezoning CP-2 to PMIX and conceptual development plan for Ranson Landing (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of rezoning AG to RDR for 4 acres at 2340 SE Ranson Road (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of preliminary development plan for Chipotle at 1103 SW Oldham Parkway (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of special use permit renewal for tow lot at 451 SE Oldham Parkway (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda item for sign application at Hook Farms (unanimous)
- Approved July 8, 2021 Planning Commission minutes (unanimous)
City Council - Regular Session
The City Council will hold public hearings on rezoning and development plans for Osage, 3rd Plat and Chapel Ridge Business Park. The agenda also includes proposed ordinances for several infrastructure contracts and bond issuances.
- Rezoning and development plan for Osage, 3rd Plat at 2151 SW M-150 Hwy
- $36,500,000 bond issuance for Streets of West Pryor Apartment Development
- $1,811,323.88 contract award for the Curb Repair 21/22 Program
- $397,883 contract award for the Cathodic Protection Program
- $162,375 contract award for South Terminal Water Tank Rehabilitation
The Lee's Summit City Council approved the consent agenda, including ordinances for Chipman Road improvements right-of-way acquisition, conflict of interest disclosure renewal, and termination of two TIF plans. The council also advanced several development items to second reading, including a rezoning for Osage 3rd Plat, a preliminary development plan for Chapel Ridge Business Park, and a Chapter 100 plan for Stag's Field Apartments. Additionally, the council awarded contracts for water tank rehabilitation, cathodic protection, and a Jefferson Street change order, and advanced ordinances for curb repair, industrial development bonds, and a TIF property transfer.
- Approved consent agenda including Chipman Road right-of-way acquisition (Ord. 9192), conflict of interest disclosure renewal (Ord. 9193), and termination of two TIF plans (Ord. 9194, 9195) (7-0)
- Advanced rezoning for Osage 3rd Plat at 2151 SW M-150 Hwy to second reading (7-0)
- Advanced preliminary development plan for Chapel Ridge Business Park outbuilding at 3680 NE Akin Dr to second reading (6-0)
- Advanced Chapter 100 plan for Stag's Field Apartments to second reading (5-2)
- Awarded $162,375 contract to DN Tanks, LLC for South Terminal Water Tank Rehabilitation (Ord. 9196) (7-0)
- Awarded $397,883 contract to Kantex Industries, Inc. for Cathodic Protection Program FY21 (Ord. 9197) (7-0)
- Approved Change Order No. 3 for Jefferson Street Improvements, increasing contract to $2,779,713.41 (Ord. 9198) (7-0)
- Approved emergency ordinance for Colbern Road mitigation agreement (Ord. 919) (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Board will consider a variance for a front yard setback at 302 NE Green St. An appeal regarding administrative interpretation for 302 NE Douglas St has been continued to August 19, 2021. The meeting also includes the election of officers.
- Variance for front yard setback at 302 NE Green St
- Election of officers
Community and Economic Development Committee
The committee will review the May 12, 2021 Action Letter. The agenda also includes discussions regarding recreational vehicle and trailer parking provisions and smaller lot single-family residential lots.
- Approval of the May 12, 2021 Community and Economic Development Action Letter
- Discussion on Recreational Vehicle and Trailer Parking provisions
- Presentation on Smaller Lot Single-family Residential Lots
The Community and Economic Development Committee approved the May 12, 2021 action letter and directed staff to send proposed Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) changes on recreational vehicle and trailer parking to the Planning Commission for a public hearing, while property maintenance code changes will return to the committee for review. The committee also discussed smaller lot single-family residential zoning but took no action, requesting additional information and a field trip for a future meeting.
- Approved the May 12, 2021 Community and Economic Development Action Letter unanimously.
- Directed staff to send UDO changes on RV and trailer parking to the Planning Commission for a public hearing.
- Directed staff to bring Property Maintenance Code changes back to the committee for review.
- Discussed smaller lot single-family residential zoning; no action taken, staff to provide more information in August or September.
City Council - Regular Session
The City Council will consider an amendment to the Cedar Creek Redevelopment Agreement for 1103 SW Oldham Parkway. The agenda includes first readings for Chipman Road improvements and the termination of two TIF plans. Several development plans and rezoning requests are also scheduled for second reading.
- Amendment to Cedar Creek Redevelopment Agreement at 1103 SW Oldham Parkway
- Land easements for Chipman Road Improvements project
- Rezoning of 88.78 acres at 1300 SE Ranson Rd (Bailey Farm)
- Termination of East U.S. 50 Corridor TIF Project 4
- Termination of I-470 Business and Technology TIF Plan
The City Council approved the rezoning and preliminary development plan for Bailey Farm, a proposed 88.78-acre residential development at 1300 SE Ranson Rd, as Ordinance No. 9190. A proposed amendment to require sidewalks on both sides of the streets was denied. The Council also advanced several ordinances to second reading, including the Cedar Creek redevelopment agreement amendment and the Chipman Road improvements condemnation authorization.
- Approved Bill 21-135 (Bailey Farm rezoning and preliminary plan) as Ord. No. 9190, 6-2
- Denied amendment to Bill 21-135 requiring sidewalks on both sides of streets, 2-6
- Advanced Bill 21-138 (Cedar Creek redevelopment agreement amendment) to second reading, 7-1
- Advanced Substitute Bill 21-139 (Chipman Road improvements right-of-way acquisition) to second reading, 8-0
- Advanced Bill 21-140 (conflict of interest disclosure procedure renewal) to second reading, 8-0
- Advanced Bill 21-141 (terminating East U.S. 50 Corridor TIF Project 4) to second reading, 8-0
- Advanced Bill 21-142 (terminating I-470 Business and Technology TIF plan) to second reading, 8-0
- Approved Bill 21-134 (preliminary development plan at 510 NE Chipman Road) as Ord. No. 9189, 8-0
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee is reviewing several infrastructure contracts and project updates. This includes awarding bids for curb repairs, a water tank rehabilitation project, and a cathodic protection program. The committee will also consider a change order for the Jefferson Street Improvements project.
- $1,811,323.88 contract award to Phoenix Concrete & Underground, LLC for curb repairs
- $162,375 contract award to DN Tanks, LLC for South Terminal Water Tank Rehabilitation
- $397,883 contract award to Kantex Industries, Inc. for Cathodic Protection Program FY21
- A $121,503.68 change order for the Jefferson Street Improvements project
The Public Works Committee recommended approval of four ordinances to the City Council, including a $1,811,323.88 curb repair contract to Phoenix Concrete & Underground, LLC (2-1 vote), a $162,375 water tank rehabilitation contract to DN Tanks, LLC (3-0), a $397,883 cathodic protection program contract to Kantex Industries, Inc. (3-0), and a $121,503.68 change order for the Jefferson Street Improvements project (3-0). The committee also approved the June 7, 2021 action letter and the meeting agenda, both unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Recommended approval of curb repair contract to Phoenix Concrete & Underground, LLC for $1,811,323.88 (2-1)
- Recommended approval of South Terminal Water Tank Rehabilitation contract to DN Tanks, LLC for $162,375 (3-0)
- Recommended approval of Cathodic Protection Program FY21 contract to Kantex Industries, Inc. for $397,883 (3-0)
- Recommended approval of Change Order No. 3 for Jefferson Street Improvements, increasing contract to $2,779,713.41 (3-0)
- Approved June 7, 2021 Public Works Committee Action Letter (3-0)
- Approved meeting agenda as posted (3-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission approved the consent agenda, including a final plat for Hawthorn Ridge 3rd Plat, a sign application for Charlie's Car Wash, and the minutes from the June 24 meeting. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.
- Approved final plat for Hawthorn Ridge 3rd Plat, Lots 160-204 and Tracts F, G & H (unanimous)
- Approved sign application for Charlie's Car Wash wall signs at 950 NW Chipman Rd (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of June 24, 2021 Planning Commission meeting (unanimous)
City Council - Closed Session
The Lee's Summit City Council will meet in a closed session via video conference. The agenda provides notice regarding potential discussions about litigation and personnel matters. No specific items or individuals are listed in the document.
The Lee's Summit City Council met in a closed session on July 8, 2021, via video conference. The session was closed to the public and not recorded or broadcast, as permitted by state law. The agenda included discussion of legal actions and confidential attorney communications, as well as personnel matters involving hiring, firing, disciplining, or promoting specific employees. No substantive decisions were made public.
- Held closed session for legal and personnel discussions (no public action taken)
City Council - Regular Session
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a preliminary development plan at 510 NE Chipman Road and a rezoning request for 1300 SE Ranson Road. The agenda also includes the first reading of ordinances for Whispering Woods and easement vacancies. Staff will provide an update on council redistricting.
- Rezoning from AG to RP-1 and RP-2 at 1300 SE Ranson Road
- Preliminary Development Plan for Summit Point Phase II at 510 NE Chipman Road
- Final Plat for Whispering Woods, 2nd Plat
- Ordinance vacating easements at 510 NE Chipman Road
- Update on City Council redistricting
The Lee's Summit City Council held public hearings and advanced two development proposals to second reading. Bill 21-135, rezoning about 88.78 acres at 1300 SE Ranson Road from AG to R-1, RP-1, and RP-2 and approving the Bailey Farm preliminary development plan, passed 6-1. Bill 21-134, approving the Summit Point Phase II preliminary development plan at 510 NE Chipman Road, was also advanced unanimously. The council additionally adopted a resolution amending the Lee's Summit Commission for Diversity and Inclusion meeting dates and advanced first readings for the Whispering Woods 2nd Plat and an easement vacation at 510 NE Chipman Road.
- Advanced Bill 21-135 (Bailey Farm rezoning and preliminary plan) to second reading (6-1)
- Advanced Bill 21-134 (Summit Point Phase II preliminary plan) to second reading (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 21-17 amending Diversity and Inclusion Commission meeting dates (7-0)
- Advanced Bill 21-136 (Whispering Woods 2nd Plat final plat) to second reading (7-0)
- Advanced Bill 21-137 (easement vacation at 510 NE Chipman Road) to second reading (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including mayor's appointments, prior action letter, and Break Time liquor license change (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council - Special Session
The City Council will review the city budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022. The agenda also includes service agreements with Downtown Lee's Summit Main Street and the Economic Development Council. Additionally, the council will consider a contract for Scruggs Road Interceptor reconstruction.
- Adoption of the fiscal year 2022 city budget
- Service agreement with Downtown Lee's Summit Main Street, Inc.
- Service agreement with Lee's Summit Economic Development Council
- Contract ratification for Scruggs Road Interceptor reconstruction
- Appointment to the Jackson County Board of Equalization
The Lee's Summit City Council held a special session and approved the FY2022 city budget (Ord. 9184) and the Municipal Court budget (Ord. 9187), both on second reading. It also approved public service agreements with Downtown Lee's Summit Main Street, Inc. (Ord. 9185) and the Lee's Summit Economic Development Council (Ord. 9186), and ratified an emergency sewer repair agreement with Insituform Technologies (Ord. 9188). All votes were 8-0 with Councilmember Lopez absent.
- Approved the amended agenda for the special session (8-0).
- Approved the consent agenda, including action letters from June 15 and 22, 2021 (8-0).
- Adopted Amended Bill 21-130 as Ord. 9184, approving the FY2022 city budget (8-0).
- Adopted Bill 21-131 as Ord. 9185, a public service agreement with Downtown Lee's Summit Main Street, Inc. (8-0).
- Adopted Bill 21-132 as Ord. 9186, a public service agreement with the Lee's Summit Economic Development Council (8-0).
- Approved Mayor's appointment of Iana Johnson to the Jackson County Board of Equalization (8-0).
- Adopted Bill 21-129 as Ord. 9187, approving the FY2022 Municipal Court budget (8-0).
- Adopted Bill 21-133 as Ord. 9188, ratifying an emergency sewer repair agreement with Insituform Technologies (8-0).
City Council - Closed Session
This meeting is a closed session for the Lee's Summit City Council. The agenda consists of procedural notice regarding statutory authority to meet in closed session. No specific topics or items were listed for discussion.
- No specific agenda items were listed
The Lee's Summit City Council met in a closed session on June 25, 2021, via video conference. The meeting was closed to the public and not recorded or broadcast, as permitted by state law. The session covered legal actions and confidential attorney communications, as well as personnel matters involving specific employees. No decisions or actions were reported in the minutes.
- Held a closed session pursuant to Missouri statutes for legal and personnel matters.
- Conducted the meeting via video conference as provided by city ordinance.
- Did not record or broadcast the session, as it was closed to the public.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider an amendment to the Ignite Comprehensive Plan regarding the Airport Master Plan update. The meeting also includes a rezoning request for 2151 SW M-150 Hwy and a development plan for Chapel Ridge Business Park.
- Rezoning from AG to RP-3 and preliminary development plan for 2151 SW M-150 Hwy
- Comprehensive Plan Amendment for the Airport Master Plan update
- Preliminary development plan for Chapel Ridge Business Park out-building at 3680 NE Akin Dr
The Planning Commission recommended approval of the Lee's Summit Airport Master Plan Update as an amendment to the Ignite Comprehensive Plan, a rezoning and preliminary development plan for Osage 3rd Plat, and a preliminary development plan for a Chapel Ridge Business Park out-building. All three items were recommended for approval to the City Council. The meeting was held in a hybrid format due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
- Recommended approval of Airport Master Plan Update as amendment to Ignite Comprehensive Plan (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of rezoning from AG to RP-3 and preliminary development plan for Osage 3rd Plat, 2151 SW M-150 Hwy (4-0, 1 recused)
- Recommended approval of preliminary development plan for Chapel Ridge Business Park out-building, 3680 NE Akin Dr (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of June 10, 2021 Planning Commission meeting (unanimous)
City Council - Special Session
The City Council advanced the FY2022 budget ordinance (Bill 21-130) to second reading after amending it to allocate $50,000 for the Independence Day celebration at Legacy Park and approve a net-neutral $208,233 expansion for a Building Inspector and Field Engineer. The council also advanced the Municipal Court budget (Bill 21-129) and first-read ordinances for public service agreements with Downtown Lee's Summit Main Street and the Economic Development Council, plus an emergency sewer repair agreement. The Water Master Plan engineering contract with Burns & McDonnell was adopted as Ordinance No. 9175.
- Advanced FY2022 city budget (Bill 21-130) to second reading as amended (8-0)
- Amended budget to add $50,000 for Independence Day event and $208,233 net-neutral staffing expansion (8-0)
- Advanced Municipal Court FY2022 budget (Bill 21-129) to second reading (7-0, 1 recusal)
- Advanced Downtown Lee's Summit Main Street service agreement (Bill 21-131) to second reading (8-0)
- Advanced Economic Development Council service agreement (Bill 21-132) to second reading (8-0)
- Advanced emergency Scruggs Road Interceptor repair agreement with Insituform (Bill 21-133) to second reading (8-0)
- Adopted $248,700 Water Master Plan contract with Burns & McDonnell as Ordinance No. 9175 (7-0, 1 recusal)
- Approved consent agenda including mayor's appointments to committees (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council - Closed Session
The City Council met in a closed session via video conference on June 17, 2021, citing Missouri statutes for legal actions, real estate transactions, and labor negotiations. The meeting was not recorded or broadcast, and no public decisions were made.
- Held closed session under Section 610.021(1) for legal matters
- Held closed session under Section 610.021(2) for real estate matters
- Held closed session under Section 610.021(9) for labor negotiations
City Council - Regular Session
The City Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding infrastructure projects and public safety agreements. Items include a contract increase for Colbern Road improvements and a bid award for stormwater projects. The council will also consider adopting the 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Plan.
- $556,278 increase for Colbern Road Improvements contract with Garver, LLC
- $1,238,528 bid award to Tasco, LLC for Arnold Hall Stormwater Improvements
- $248,700 engineering contract for a Water Master Plan with Burns and McDonnell
- Adoption of the FY2022 - FY2026 Capital Improvement Plan
- New fees for Temporary Traffic Control permits effective July 1, 2021
The Lee's Summit City Council approved multiple ordinances and resolutions, including a $1,238,528 stormwater improvement contract for Arnold Hall, a $556,278 increase for Colbern Road engineering services, and the FY2022-2026 Capital Improvement Plan. All votes were unanimous except for two 8-1 votes on the video conference procedural rules and temporary traffic control fees, with Councilmember Johnson dissenting.
- Approved $1,238,528 Arnold Hall Stormwater Improvements bid to Tasco, LLC (9-0)
- Approved $556,278 increase for Colbern Road engineering services with Garver, LLC, not to exceed $2,111,998 (9-0)
- Adopted FY2022-2026 Capital Improvement Plan (9-0)
- Approved FY2022 property and liability insurance program with multiple carriers (9-0)
- Approved $248,700 Water Master Plan engineering contract with Burns & McDonnell (8-0, 1 recusal)
- Adopted video conference procedural rules ordinance (8-1)
- Established temporary traffic control permit fees (8-1)
- Approved Southside Plaza redevelopment plan (9-0)
Finance and Budget Committee
The Finance and Budget Committee will consider ordinances regarding law enforcement agreements and city insurance coverage. The agenda also includes a request for personnel expansion in Development Services and new permit fees.
- Ordinance approving the DARE Agreement with Jackson County
- MOUs with KBI for HIDTA Award Funds (FBI and DEA Task Forces)
- Use of a cooperative contract with Guier Fence Company for fencing services
- FY2022 Property and Liability Insurance Program with claims up to $20,000.00
- New fees for Temporary Traffic Control permits
The Finance and Budget Committee voted unanimously (4-0) to recommend City Council approval of eight ordinances, including the 2021 DARE agreement with Jackson County, two Kansas Bureau of Investigation memorandums for drug trafficking area funds, a cooperative contract for fencing, the FY2022 property and liability insurance program, temporary traffic control permit fees, and a software upgrade for the City's CIS Infinity system. The committee also approved the May 10, 17, and 24 action letters and recommended approval of Development Services personnel expansion requests during the budget process. No public comments were received.
- Approved May 10, 17, 24 action letters (4-0)
- Recommended Bill 21-122 DARE agreement with Jackson County (4-0)
- Recommended Bill 21-123 KBI MOU for HIDTA funds (FBI task force) (4-0)
- Recommended Bill 21-124 KBI MOU for HIDTA funds (DEA task force) (4-0)
- Recommended Bill 21-126 cooperative contract with Guier Fence Company (4-0)
- Recommended Bill 21-125 FY2022 property and liability insurance program (4-0)
- Recommended Bill 21-127 temporary traffic control permit fees (4-0)
- Recommended Bill 21-128 CIS Infinity software upgrade (4-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding rezoning and development at 1300 SE Ranson Rd and 510 NE Chipman Rd. The commission will also consider a final plat for Whispering Woods and an easement vacation.
- Rezoning of Bailey Farm (Lots 1-251) from AG to RP-1 and RP-2 at 1300 SE Ranson Rd
- Preliminary development plan for Summit Point Phase II at 510 NE Chipman Rd
- Final plat for Whispering Woods, 2nd Plat (Lots 34-50)
- Vacation of easement at 510 NE Chipman Rd
The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of two major developments to the City Council. Summit Point Phase II, a 144-unit apartment expansion at 510 NE Chipman Road, was recommended with conditions. Bailey Farm, a 252-lot residential subdivision at 1300 SE Ranson Road, was also recommended for rezoning and preliminary development plan approval. Both items are due back at the City Council's regular session on July 6, 2021.
- Approved the agenda and consent agenda, including the final plat for Whispering Woods, 2nd Plat, and vacation of easements at 510 NE Chipman Road.
- Recommended approval of Application PL2021-059, Preliminary Development Plan for Summit Point Phase II, to the City Council.
- Recommended approval of Application PL2021-105, rezoning from AG to RP-1 and RP-2 and Preliminary Development Plan for Bailey Farm, to the City Council.
- Approved the minutes of the May 20, 2021, Planning Commission meeting.
Community and Economic Development Committee
The scheduled meeting of the Lee's Summit Community and Economic Development Committee for Wednesday, June 9, 2021, has been cancelled.
City Council - Regular Session
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Southside Plaza Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority plan. The agenda also includes resolutions to adopt the 2021 Airport Master Plan Update and various development agreements for Streets of West Pryor. Additionally, the Council will consider several ordinances related to city contracts and facility use.
- Public hearing for Southside Plaza Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority plan
- Resolution to adopt the 2021 Airport Master Plan Update
- Ordinance for a climate controlled storage facility at 4101 NE Port Drive
- Contract for roofing repair and installation services with Compass Roofing, LLC
- Agreement for use of the Longview Community Center Aquatics Facility
The Lee's Summit City Council approved the 2021 Airport Master Plan Update and adopted several ordinances and resolutions, including contracts for roofing services, wastewater evaluation, and technology purchases. The council also advanced the Southside Plaza redevelopment plan to second reading and referred committee appointments back to Mayor Pro Tem Lopez for adjustments.
- Adopted Resolution 21-12 adopting the 2021 Airport Master Plan Update (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 21-13 authorizing mayor to appoint successor directors to Highway 50 & Todd George CID (7-0)
- Adopted Ord. 9164 awarding roofing services contract to Compass Roofing, LLC (7-0)
- Adopted Ord. 9165 approving cooperative contract with Ace Pipe Cleaning for wastewater services (7-0)
- Adopted Ord. 9166 approving cooperative contract with Turn-Key Mobile for computer/network tech (7-0)
- Adopted Ord. 9167 approving cooperative contract with Turn-Key Mobile for law enforcement vehicle equipment (7-0)
- Adopted Ord. 9168 authorizing intergovernmental agreement with Lee's Summit R-7 School District for aquatics facility use (7-0)
- Advanced Bill 21-111 (Southside Plaza redevelopment plan) to second reading (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee unanimously recommended approval of several items to the City Council, including a $556,278 increase to the Colbern Road engineering contract with Garver, LLC, bringing the total to $2,111,998. They also recommended a stormwater improvements bid award to Tasco, LLC for $1,238,528, a water master plan contract with Burns & McDonnell for $248,700, a license agreement for an encroachment at 200 SE Brownfield Drive, and a resolution to apply for state clean water grants. All votes were unanimous 3-0, with one councilmember absent; one councilmember recused on the water master plan item.
- Recommended approval of Colbern Road engineering contract increase to $2,111,998 (3-0)
- Recommended approval of Arnold Hall Stormwater Improvements bid to Tasco, LLC for $1,238,528 (3-0)
- Recommended approval of Water Master Plan contract with Burns & McDonnell for $248,700 (2-0, one recusal)
- Recommended approval of license agreement for encroachment at 200 SE Brownfield Drive (3-0)
- Recommended approval of resolution to apply for Missouri Clean Water Law grants (3-0)
- Approved May 3, 2021 Action Letter (3-0)
City Council Rules Committee
The scheduled meeting of the Lee's Summit City Council Rules Committee for June 3, 2021, has been cancelled. No other items were listed on the agenda.
City Council - Regular Session
The regular session of the Lee's Summit City Council scheduled for June 1, 2021, was cancelled. No items were presented or discussed.
Finance and Budget Committee
The Finance and Budget Committee recommended amendments to the City Manager's proposed FY22 General Fund budget, including a 2% merit pay increase for non-union employees (down from 3%), removal of the Budget Manager position, and a $50,000 dedication for a 2022 Independence Day celebration. The committee also voted to move the budget proposal to the full City Council for discussion. The public hearing is set for June 15, 2021, with final passage scheduled for June 22, 2021.
- Recommended 2% merit pay increase for non-represented employees (4-0)
- Recommended removal of Budget Manager position from proposed budget (3-1)
- Recommended $50,000 for 2022 Independence Day celebration (4-0)
- Moved FY22 budget proposal to full City Council for discussion (4-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission unanimously adopted the Lee's Summit Ignite Comprehensive Plan (Resolution 2021-01), the Greenway and Trails Master Plan Update (Resolution 2021-03), and the Capital Improvement Plan 2022-2026 (Resolution 2021-04). The Airport Master Plan Update was continued to June 24, 2021. All votes were unanimous by roll call.
- Adopted Ignite Comprehensive Plan (Resolution 2021-01) unanimously
- Adopted Greenway and Trails Master Plan Update (Resolution 2021-03) unanimously
- Adopted Capital Improvement Plan 2022-2026 (Resolution 2021-04) unanimously
- Continued Airport Master Plan Update to June 24, 2021 unanimously
Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Board of Zoning Adjustments will hold a public hearing regarding a rear yard setback variance. The meeting also includes an action report from the January 21, 2021, meeting.
- Variance for rear yard setback at 1523 SW Blackstone Pl (Appl. #PL2021-104)
- Action Report of the January 21, 2021, Board of Zoning Adjustment meeting
City Council - Regular Session
The Lee's Summit City Council advanced several ordinances for the Streets of West Pryor development, including an amended master plan, a redevelopment contract with Vanguard Villas, a TIF contract amendment, and a development agreement for Lot 7 and Tract C. All were advanced to second reading, with the TIF amendment passing 8-1. The council also advanced preliminary development plans for a Hill Pro-Motion building expansion and a climate-controlled storage facility, and received presentations on the FY2022-2026 Capital Improvements Plan and a Chapter 100 incentive request for Stag Field.
- Advanced Bill 21-105 for Hill Pro-Motion building expansion to second reading (8-0, 1 recusal)
- Advanced Bill 21-106 for climate-controlled storage facility to second reading (9-0)
- Advanced Bill 21-107 for Streets of West Pryor amended master plan to second reading (9-0)
- Advanced Bill 21-108 for Vanguard Villas redevelopment contract to second reading (9-0)
- Advanced Bill 21-109 for Streets of West Pryor TIF contract amendment to second reading (8-1)
- Advanced Bill 21-110 for Lot 7 and Tract C development agreement to second reading (9-0)
- Approved consent agenda including prior meeting minutes, mayor's appointments, and liquor license changes (9-0)
Finance and Budget Committee
The Finance and Budget Committee is meeting to discuss the City Manager's proposed FY22 General Fund Budget. The agenda also includes a continued discussion regarding potential future funding needs.
- Continued discussion of the proposed FY22 General Fund Budget
- Continued discussion of potential future funding needs
The Finance and Budget Committee met and discussed the City Manager's proposed FY22 General Fund Budget and potential future funding needs, but took no formal action on either item. Both discussion items were received and filed. The meeting was procedural, with no substantive decisions made.
- Approved agenda as published (4-0)
- Received and filed discussion of FY22 General Fund Budget (2021-4124)
- Received and filed discussion of potential future funding needs (2021-4128)
Community and Economic Development Committee
The Committee will consider approving the April 14, 2021 Community and Economic Development Action Letter. Assistant City Manager Mark Dunning will also present a discussion regarding recreational vehicle and trailer parking provisions in the Unified Development Ordinance and Property Maintenance Code.
- Approval of the April 14, 2021 Community and Economic Development Action Letter
- Presentation on recreational vehicle and trailer parking provisions
The Lee's Summit Community and Economic Development Committee met and approved the previous meeting's action letter. They discussed inconsistencies between the Unified Development Ordinance and Property Maintenance Code regarding recreational vehicle and trailer parking, and directed staff to prepare suggested changes and examples for future review. No final ordinance changes were made.
- Approved April 14, 2021 action letter (unanimous)
- Directed staff to prepare RV/trailer parking regulation changes for future discussion
City Council - Regular Session
The City Council is reviewing several proposed ordinances for infrastructure, including street paving and storm sewer projects. The agenda also includes a budget amendment for Municipal Court positions and new beekeeping regulations.
- $2,020,107.10 contract for SW Lea Drive Storm Sewer Improvements
- $3,045,021.98 contract for the Mill & Overlay 21/22 Program
- $1,155,123.88 contract for the Surface Seal 21/22 Program
- New beekeeping regulations and fees
- Special Use Permit for automotive sales at 1115 SW Oldham Parkway
The City Council unanimously approved several infrastructure contracts, including a $3,045,021.98 bid to Superior Bowen Asphalt for the Mill & Overlay 21/22 Program and a $1,155,123.88 bid to Vance Brothers for the Surface Seal 21/22 Program. It also adopted a new beekeeping ordinance (Ord. No. 9158) and approved a special use permit for automotive sales at 1115 SW Oldham Parkway (Ord. No. 9148). All votes were 9-0 except for the budget amendment (Ord. No. 9157), which passed 8-0 with Councilmember Lopez recused.
- Approved liquor licenses for The Shack Breakfast & Lunch (9-0)
- Adopted Ord. No. 9148: Special use permit for automotive sales at 1115 SW Oldham Parkway (9-0)
- Adopted Ord. No. 9149: Route 50 bridge replacement agreement with MoDOT (9-0)
- Adopted Ord. No. 9150: Awarded $2,020,107.10 storm sewer contract to Linaweaver Construction (9-0)
- Adopted Ord. No. 9152: Awarded $3,045,021.98 mill & overlay contract to Superior Bowen Asphalt (9-0)
- Adopted Ord. No. 9153: Awarded $1,155,123.88 surface seal contract to Vance Brothers (9-0)
- Adopted Ord. No. 9157: Budget amendment for Municipal Court positions (8-0, Lopez recused)
- Adopted Ord. No. 9158: New beekeeping regulations and fee (9-0)
Finance and Budget Committee
The Finance and Budget Committee is reviewing several ordinances and cooperative contracts. Members will also discuss the proposed FY22 General Fund Budget and potential future funding needs. Additionally, the committee will review insurance options and projections for fiscal year 2022.
- Ordinance for roofing repair services with Compass Roofing, LLC
- Cooperative contract with Ace Pipe Cleaning, Inc. for wastewater system rehabilitation
- Budget amendment for Municipal Court positions and a new pay plan
- Agreement with Lee's Summit R-7 School District for use of the Longview Aquatics Facility
- Discussion of the proposed FY22 General Fund Budget
The Finance and Budget Committee unanimously recommended approval of six bills to the City Council, covering roofing services, wastewater evaluation, computer/network technology, law enforcement vehicle equipment, an intergovernmental agreement for the Longview Community Center aquatics facility, and a budget amendment for Municipal Court positions. The committee also received and filed a presentation on insurance options and FY2022 projections, and continued discussions on the FY22 General Fund budget and future funding needs.
- Recommended approval of roofing repair services contract with Compass Roofing, LLC (4-0)
- Recommended approval of cooperative contract with Ace Pipe Cleaning for wastewater system services (4-0)
- Recommended approval of cooperative contract with Turn-Key Mobile for computer/network technology (4-0)
- Recommended approval of cooperative contract with Turn-Key Mobile for law enforcement vehicle equipment (4-0)
- Recommended approval of intergovernmental agreement with Lee's Summit R-7 School District for aquatics facility use (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Budget Amendment No. 14 for Municipal Court positions (3-0, 1 recusal)
- Received and filed insurance options presentation and FY2022 projections
- Received and filed continued discussions on FY22 General Fund budget and future funding needs
Legislative and Intergovernmental Relations Committee
The committee will discuss pending state legislative items presented by City Attorney Brian W. Head. The agenda also includes the approval of the action letter from the April 19, 2021 meeting.
- Approval of the April 19, 2021 Action Letter (2021-4132A)
- Discussion of pending State Legislative Items (2021-3974B)
The Legislative and Intergovernmental Relations Committee met and approved the agenda and the action letter from the April 19 meeting. The main discussion focused on pending state legislation (HB554 and SB153) affecting local taxation, with staff explaining potential impacts. The committee reached consensus to have staff contact the city's lobbyist to express opposition to certain provisions if an amendment is not successful. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
- Approved action letter from April 19, 2021 meeting (4-0)
- Directed staff to contact lobbyist Jim Durham to express opposition to HB554 and SB153 provisions if amendment fails
Planning Commission
The Lee's Summit Planning Commission will consider a preliminary plat for Pine Tree Farm Estates and several sign applications. The commission is also scheduled to discuss the UDO sign ordinance.
- Preliminary plat for Pine Tree Farm Estates, Lots 1-6 at 1050 NE Todd George Rd
- Sign application for Country Club Bank at 32 SE 3rd St
- Sign application for Kohl's/Sephora at 1820 NW Chipman Rd
- Discussion of UDO sign ordinance (Article 9)
The Planning Commission unanimously approved a preliminary plat for Pine Tree Farm Estates, a sign application for Country Club Bank, and a wall sign for Kohl's/Sephora. The commission also held a discussion on the UDO sign ordinance, reviewing past applications and potential amendments, but took no formal action on the ordinance.
- Approved preliminary plat for Pine Tree Farm Estates, Lots 1-6 (unanimous)
- Approved sign application for Country Club Bank projecting sign (unanimous)
- Approved sign application for Kohl's/Sephora wall sign (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of April 22, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
City Council - Closed Session
The Lee's Summit City Council met in a closed session on May 6, 2021, via video conference. The session was closed to the public and not recorded or broadcast, as permitted by Missouri law. The council discussed legal actions and privileged attorney communications, as well as preparations for negotiations with employee groups. No substantive decisions were made public.
- Held closed session under RSMo 610.021(1) for legal matters
- Held closed session under RSMo 610.021(9) for employee negotiations
City Council - Regular Session
The City Council will consider an economic development incentive request for Stag Field involving sales tax exemptions and property tax abatement. The agenda also includes a public hearing for automotive sales permit renewal and the approval of the 2021-22 Community Development Block Grant plan.
- Economic development incentive request for Stag Field including sales tax exemption and property tax abatement
- Special Use Permit renewal for automotive sales at 1115 SW Oldham Parkway
- Approval of the 2021-22 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan
- Commercial preliminary development plan for 150 NW Oldham Parkway
- Declaration of results for the April 6, 2021, Tax Levy election
The Lee's Summit City Council approved the consent agenda, adopting ordinances for the Osage and Paragon Star plats, two commercial development plans, a Downtown Market Center agreement, and an easement vacation. They also advanced a special use permit for Jay Hatfield Mobility, adopted a resolution canvassing the April 6 election results, and passed ordinances updating committee duties and the CDBG plan. During discussion, the Council reached consensus on FY 21/22 business and industry fund allocations, including no longer funding the Chamber of Commerce and Velocity, and allocating funds to Downtown Lee's Summit Main Street, the Economic Development Council, and a DMO/CVB consultant.
- Approved consent agenda with 7 ordinances (9-0)
- Adopted Ord. 9139 accepting Osage 1st Plat (9-0)
- Adopted Ord. 9140 for commercial plan at 150 NW Oldham Pkwy (9-0)
- Adopted Ord. 9141 for commercial plan at 890 NE Langsford Rd (9-0)
- Adopted Ord. 9142 for Downtown Market Center agreement (9-0)
- Adopted Ord. 9143 vacating easement at Lowenstein Dr/Pryor Rd (9-0)
- Adopted Res. 21-10 canvassing April 6 election results (8-0, 1 absent)
- Adopted Ord. 9144 updating committee duties (9-0)
Public Works Committee
The committee is considering several infrastructure contracts, including street paving and storm sewer improvements. Members will also review resolutions for the 2021 Airport Master Plan and Business Plan. A presentation of the draft 2022-2026 Capital Improvements Plan is also scheduled.
- $3,045,021.98 contract award to Superior Bowen Asphalt Company, L.L.C. for Mill & Overlay 21/22 Program
- $2,020,107.10 contract award to Linaweaver Construction Co., Inc. for SW Lea Drive Storm Sewer Improvements
- $1,155,123.88 contract award to Vance Brothers, Inc. for Surface Seal 21/22 Program
- Resolutions to adopt the 2021 Airport Master Plan Update and Airport Business Plan
- Agreement for Route 50 bridge replacement over Chipman Road
The Public Works Committee unanimously recommended adoption of the 2021 Airport Master Plan Update and Airport Business Plan, and recommended approval of multiple ordinances for road, stormwater, and other public works projects. All votes were 3-0 with Councilmember Carlyle absent. The committee also received a presentation on the draft FY2022-2026 Capital Improvements Plan and updates on stormwater projects and airport hangar funding.
- Recommended adoption of 2021 Airport Master Plan Update (3-0)
- Recommended adoption of 2021 Airport Business Plan (3-0)
- Recommended approval of Route 50 bridge replacement cost-sharing agreement (3-0)
- Recommended approval of $2,020,107.10 bid for SW Lea Drive Storm Sewer Improvements to Linaweaver Construction (3-0)
- Recommended approval of $25,575 increase for SW Lea Drive engineering services with Olsson and Associates (3-0)
- Recommended approval of $3,045,021.98 bid for Mill & Overlay 21/22 Program to Superior Bowen Asphalt (3-0)
- Recommended approval of $1,155,123.88 bid for Surface Seal 21/22 Program to Vance Brothers (3-0)
- Recommended approval of Ranson Road mill & overlay cost-sharing agreement with Jackson County (3-0)
Finance and Budget Committee
The Finance and Budget Committee will continue discussions regarding the City Manager's proposed FY22 General Fund Budget. The committee will also address potential future funding needs.
- Continued discussion of the proposed FY22 General Fund Budget
- Discussion of potential future funding needs
The Finance and Budget Committee met and discussed the City Manager's proposed FY22 General Fund budget and potential future funding needs, but took no formal action on either item. Both discussion items were received and filed. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no public comments and no committee roundtable.
- Approved agenda as published (4-0)
- Received and filed discussion of FY22 General Fund budget
- Received and filed discussion of potential future funding needs
City Council - Special Session
The City Council and Planning Commission are holding a joint special session meeting. The agenda includes a presentation and workshop regarding the 2021-4118 Ignite Comprehensive Plan.
- 2021-4118 Ignite Comprehensive Plan Workshop
The City Council met in special session jointly with the Planning Commission for a workshop on the Ignite Comprehensive Plan, discussing dates and timelines for implementation. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and informational. Councilmembers also raised topics for future discussion, including a potential city health department and review of COVID-19 ordinances.
- Approved agenda as published (8-0, 1 absent)
- Held Ignite Comprehensive Plan workshop, discussed implementation dates and timelines
- No formal votes on substantive items; meeting was a joint workshop
Finance and Budget Committee
The committee will review an overview of the City Manager's proposed FY22 General Fund Budget. Members will also consider approving action letters from the April 5 and April 12, 2021, meetings.
- Overview of City Manager's Proposed FY22 General Fund Budget
- Approval of April 5th and 12th, 2021 Finance and Budget Committee Action Letters
The Finance and Budget Committee met and approved the April 5 and 12, 2021 Action Letters. The committee also continued discussion of the City Manager's proposed FY22 General Fund Budget, but no decisions were made on the budget. The meeting was procedural, with no public comments or roundtable discussion.
- Approved April 5 and 12, 2021 Action Letters (4-0)
- Continued discussion of FY22 General Fund Budget (no action taken)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review several development plans and permit renewals. Items include a building expansion on SW Market Street and a new storage facility on NE Port Drive. The commission will also consider final plats for Hook Farms.
- Special use permit renewal for automotive sales at 1115 SW Oldham Pkwy
- Building expansion plan for Hill Pro-Motion at 1321 SW Market St
- Climate controlled storage facility plan at 4101 NE Port Dr
- Final plat approval for Hook Farms at 2020 SW Hook Rd
The Planning Commission recommended approval of a special use permit renewal for Jay Hatfield Mobility, a preliminary development plan for the Hill Pro-Motion building expansion, and a preliminary development plan for a climate-controlled storage facility at 4101 NE Port Dr. All recommendations will go to the City Council for final action. The commission also appointed Cynda Rader as Secretary and acknowledged the resignation of John Lovell.
- Recommended approval of SUP renewal for Jay Hatfield Mobility (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of Hill Pro-Motion building expansion (7-0, 1 abstention)
- Recommended approval of climate-controlled storage facility (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including Hook Farms final plats (unanimous)
- Appointed Cynda Rader as Planning Commission Secretary (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council Rules Committee
The Rules Committee will review an action letter from the March 4, 2021 meeting and consider Bill No. 21-46. This ordinance proposes updates to the duties and authorities of City Council Committees regarding contract recommendations for goods and services.
- Approval of the March 4, 2021 Rules Committee action letter
- Bill No. 21-46: Ordinance amending Sections 2-60.3 and 2-60.6 of the Code of Ordinances
City Council - Regular Session
The Lee's Summit City Council approved a development structure agreement for the Downtown Market Center Project (Ord. No. 9123) and allocated funds from surplus property sales to the project (Ord. No. 9124). The council also approved a cooperative agreement with the Downtown Lee's Summit Community Improvement District for the project (Ord. No. 9125). All votes were unanimous (9-0).
- Approved Downtown Market Center development structure agreement (9-0)
- Approved budget amendment allocating surplus property funds to Downtown Market Plaza (9-0)
- Approved cooperative agreement with Downtown Lee's Summit CID for Market Center (9-0)
- Approved EMS billing services contract with Fire Recovery EMS, LLC (9-0)
- Approved 3rd Street Improvements change order #1, +$169,876.90 (9-0)
- Approved 3rd Street Improvements change order #2, extending completion to June 8, 2021 (9-0)
- Approved FY20 Watermain Replacement change order #3, +$83,669.03 (9-0)
- Approved Shenandoah Drive streetlight improvements bid to Black & McDonald, $324,039 (9-0)
Community and Economic Development Committee
The committee will consider an ordinance regarding new beekeeping standards. Additionally, members will review the March 10, 2021, action letter and hear a presentation on stakeholder roles in development projects.
- Ordinance adopting new standards for beekeeping
- Approval of the March 10, 2021, action letter
- Presentation on stakeholder roles in development projects
The Community and Economic Development Committee voted unanimously to send a draft beekeeping ordinance to the City Council for approval, after amending the language to require a 'solid' fence and adding license requirements. The committee also approved the March 10, 2021 action letter and received a presentation on stakeholder roles in development projects, which was filed without action.
- Approved sending beekeeping ordinance TMP-1892 to City Council with amendments (unanimous)
- Approved March 10, 2021 Community and Economic Development action letter (unanimous)
- Received and filed presentation on stakeholder roles in development projects
City Council - Special Session
The City Council will hold a special session featuring presentations regarding the goals of the Business and Industry Tax Ordinance. These include overviews from the Lee’s Summit Economic Development Council and Velocity. The meeting also includes committee reports and council roundtable discussions.
- Presentation 2021-4089: Lee’s Summit Economic Development Council overview on Business and Industry Tax Ordinance goals
- Presentation 2021-4090: Velocity overview on Business and Industry Tax Ordinance goals
- Discussion item 2021-4091
The Lee's Summit City Council held a special session that included presentations from the Lee's Summit Economic Development Council and Velocity on supporting the Business and Industry Tax Ordinance goals. No formal decisions were made; the only action was approving the agenda as published. The meeting was primarily informational, with discussions on economic development topics.
- Approved agenda as published (8-0, Johnson absent)
City Council - Regular Session
The City Council is reviewing several development plans and property agreements. This includes a cost increase for the 3rd Street Improvements project and a property purchase for Fire Station #5. The meeting also covers various subdivision plats and special use permits.
- $678,479.90 increase for 3rd Street Improvements contract
- Property purchase agreement for Fire Station #5
- Special use permit renewal at 1920 NE Rice Rd
- Preliminary development plan for Wood Corner
- Vanguard Villas redevelopment plan
The Lee's Summit City Council approved a change order for the 3rd Street Improvements project, increasing the contract with Radmacher Brothers Excavating Company by $678,479.90 to a revised total of $5,487,094.90 and adding 60 calendar days. The council also adopted ordinances for a special use permit for a truck rental facility, a preliminary development plan for Westvale Addition, and several other items including consent agenda approvals and resolutions for community improvement districts.
- Approved Change Order No. 3 for 3rd Street Improvements, increasing contract to $5,487,094.90 (8-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 9115 for special use permit for truck rental facility at 809 SE Douglas St (8-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 9116 for preliminary development plan for Westvale Addition (6-2)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 9109 for Summit Self Storage special use permit renewal (8-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 9110 for Napa Valley 4th Plat final plat (8-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 9111 for Whispering Woods final plat (8-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 9112 for easement vacation at 1709-1725 SW 27th St (8-0)
- Adopted Resolution 21-08 for Eastern Jackson County Shared Service Collaborative Partnership (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Finance and Budget Committee
The committee will review action letters from February and March and discuss an on-site clinic survey. Agenda items include ordinances for EMS billing services, the Downtown Market Center Project, and budget amendments.
- Awarding RFP No. 2021-011 for EMS billing to Fire Recovery EMS, LLC
- Development Structure Agreement for the Downtown Market Center Project
- Budget amendment allocating surplus property sale funds to Downtown Market Plaza project fund
- Budget amendment regarding Full Time Equivalent positions in the Law Department
- Presentation on major Internal Service Funds
The Finance and Budget Committee recommended approval of an EMS billing and cost recovery services contract with Fire Recovery EMS, LLC for a three-year term with two one-year renewal options. The committee also recommended approval of a Development Structure Agreement for the Downtown Market Center Project and two budget amendments. All recommendations were made unanimously (4-0).
- Recommended EMS billing contract with Fire Recovery EMS, LLC (4-0)
- Recommended Downtown Market Center Development Structure Agreement (4-0)
- Recommended Budget Amendment No. 12 for Downtown Market Plaza project (4-0)
- Recommended Budget Amendment No. 13 for Law Department FTE positions (4-0)
- Approved February and March 2021 committee action letters (4-0)
- Received and filed employee interest survey for on-site clinic
- Received and filed presentation on Internal Service Funds
Public Works Committee
The committee is considering several ordinances related to water main replacements, street improvements, and stormwater projects. This includes reviewing contract change orders for 3rd Street Improvements and new bids for streetlight and utility work. The agenda also covers amendments to city traffic code and highway beautification agreements.
- Bid award for Water Main Replacement FY21 Project in $3,536,537.00
- Bid award for Stormwater Improvements: NE Delta School Road for $1,093,280.00
- Change Order No. 3 for 3rd Street Improvements project adding $678,479.90
- Bid award for Shenandoah Drive Streetlight Improvements Project for $324,039.00
- Ordinance to amend parking and stopping restrictions in the City Code
The Public Works Committee met on April 12, 2021, and unanimously recommended approval of several ordinances to the City Council. These include contracts for underground utility locating services, mowing and beautification (Adopt-A-Highway), streetlight improvements, stormwater improvements, water main replacement, and a change order for the 3rd Street Improvements project. The committee also recommended approval of an ordinance amending parking restrictions and an agreement for traffic signal data sharing. All votes were 3-0, with Councilmember Shields absent.
- Approved the March 1, 2021, Public Works Committee Action Letter (3-0).
- Recommended approval of underground utility locating services contract with USIC Locating Services, LLC (3-0).
- Recommended approval of four Adopt-A-Highway mowing and beautification agreements with MoDOT (3-0).
- Recommended approval of Change Order No. 3 to the 3rd Street Improvements contract, increasing it by $678,479.90 (3-0).
- Recommended approval of Change Order No. 2 to the FY20 Watermain Replacement contract, increasing it by $83,669.03 (3-0).
- Recommended approval of the $1,093,280 stormwater improvements project for NE Delta School Road (3-0).
- Recommended approval of the $1,093,280 stormwater improvements project for NE Delta School Road (3-0).
- Recommended approval of the $1,093,280 stormwater improvements project for NE Delta School Road (3-0).
Board of Aeronautic Commissioners
The Board will review a presentation on the Draft Airport Master Plan, Phase 1, and consider supporting staff in finalizing the plan for adoption. The agenda also includes a resolution for the 2021 Airport Business Plan and an annual airport budget presentation.
- Presentation of the Draft Airport Master Plan, Phase 1
- Resolution of support for the 2021 Airport Business Plan
- Annual Airport Budget Presentation
- Staff Report on Fuel Sales and Fuel History
- Approval of Action Letter dated February 8, 2021
The Board of Aeronautic Commissioners voted unanimously to recommend the finalized Airport Master Plan and 2021 Airport Business Plan to City Staff for presentation to the Public Works Committee and City Council for adoption. The board also received the annual airport budget presentation and a staff report on fuel sales and CARES Act funding, both of which were filed without formal action.
- Recommended Airport Master Plan Phase 1 to City Staff for finalization and presentation to Public Works Committee (7-0)
- Recommended 2021 Airport Business Plan to City Staff for finalization and presentation to Public Works Committee (7-0)
- Approved agenda for April 12, 2021 meeting (7-0)
- Approved February 8, 2021 Action Letter (7-0)
- Received and filed annual airport budget presentation
- Received and filed staff report on fuel sales and fuel history
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider preliminary development plans for the Lee's Summit Branch Library and Chase Bank. The agenda also includes requests for final plats at Paragon Star and an easement vacation.
- Preliminary Development Plan for Lee's Summit Branch Library at 150 NW Oldham Pkwy
- Preliminary Development Plan for Chase Bank at 890 NE Langsford Rd
- Final Plat for Paragon Star, 1st Plat (Lots 1-4 and Tracts A-G)
- Final Plat for Paragon Star, 2nd Plat (Lots 9, 10, 14, 16, and 20)
- Easement vacation at 2051 and 2061 NW Lowenstein Dr & 740 NW Pryor Rd
The Planning Commission recommended approval of three consent agenda items and two preliminary development plans. The consent agenda included final plats for Paragon Star subdivisions and an easement vacation. The commission also recommended approval of a preliminary development plan for the Lee's Summit Branch Library expansion and renovation, and a new Chase Bank branch, both with requested modifications. All votes were 5-0 with four members absent.
- Recommended approval of Paragon Star 1st Plat final plat (5-0)
- Recommended approval of Paragon Star 2nd Plat final plat (5-0)
- Recommended approval of easement vacation at 2051/2061 NW Lowenstein Dr and 740 NW Pryor Rd (5-0)
- Approved minutes of March 25, 2021 meeting (5-0)
- Recommended approval of Lee's Summit Branch Library preliminary development plan with modifications (5-0)
- Recommended approval of Chase Bank preliminary development plan with modification (5-0)
Finance and Budget Committee
The Finance and Budget Committee will hear a presentation regarding major Internal Service Funds. The agenda also includes a presentation on the FY22 revenue projection.
- Presentation on major Internal Service Funds (2021-4004A)
- FY22 Revenue Projection (2021-4070B)
The Finance and Budget Committee met and approved its agenda with one item removed. A presentation on major Internal Service Funds was removed from the agenda, and the FY22 Revenue Projection presentation was received and filed. No substantive decisions or votes on policy or spending were made.
- Approved agenda as amended, removing item 5A on Internal Service Funds (4-0)
- Received and filed FY22 Revenue Projection presentation
City Council - Special Session
The City Council will hear presentations regarding the goals of the Business and Industry Tax Ordinance. These presentations will be delivered by the Lee’s Summit Chamber of Commerce and Downtown Lee’s Summit Main Street. The session also includes committee reports and council roundtables.
- Lee’s Summit Chamber of Commerce presentation on Business and Industry Tax Ordinance goals
- Downtown Lee’s Summit Main Street presentation on Business and Industry Tax Ordinance goals
- Committee reports from committee chairs
The Lee's Summit City Council held a special session that included only presentations and discussion, with no formal votes on policy. Councilmembers heard overviews from the Lee's Summit Chamber of Commerce and Downtown Lee's Summit Main Street on supporting the Business and Industry Tax Ordinance goals. The council also approved the meeting agenda as published and adjourned without taking any other substantive action.
- Approved the meeting agenda as published (7-0, with 2 absent).
- Heard a presentation from the Lee's Summit Chamber of Commerce on supporting the Business and Industry Tax Ordinance goals.
- Heard a presentation from Downtown Lee's Summit Main Street on supporting the Business and Industry Tax Ordinance goals.
- Adjourned the special session at 8:21 p.m. without further action.
Planning Commission
The Lee's Summit Planning Commission will consider several development applications. These include a final plat for Highland Meadows and an easement vacation on SW Sapelo Drive. The commission is also scheduled to discuss the UDO sign ordinance.
- Final plat for Highland Meadows, 6th Plat at 1201 SW Longview Blvd
- Easement vacation at 4205 SW Sapelo Dr
- Sign application for DTLS Apartments at 114 SE Douglas St
- Discussion of UDO sign ordinance (Article 9)
The Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the Highland Meadows 6th plat (Lots 160-210 and Tract J) and the easement vacation at 4205 SW Sapelo Drive to the City Council. It also approved the DTLS Apartments sign package at 114 SE Douglas St and the minutes of the March 11 meeting. Two public hearings—for the Lee's Summit Library (Oldham Parkway) and Chase Bank (Langsford/291) preliminary development plans—were continued to April 8, 2021. A discussion of the UDO sign ordinance was postponed.
- Recommended approval of Highland Meadows 6th plat (Lots 160-210, Tract J) to City Council
- Recommended approval of easement vacation at 4205 SW Sapelo Drive to City Council
- Approved DTLS Apartments sign package at 114 SE Douglas St
- Approved minutes of March 11, 2021, Planning Commission meeting
- Continued Lee's Summit Library (Oldham Parkway) preliminary development plan to April 8, 2021
- Continued Chase Bank preliminary development plan (Langsford/291) to April 8, 2021
- Postponed discussion of UDO sign ordinance (Article 9) to a future date
City Council - Closed Session
The Lee's Summit City Council will meet via video conference for a closed session. The meeting is designated for discussing legal actions, litigation, or confidential communications with attorneys. No specific cases or projects are listed on this agenda.
- Discussion of legal actions, causes of action, or litigation
The Lee's Summit City Council met in closed session on March 25, 2021, via video conference. The session was closed to the public and not recorded or broadcast, as permitted by Missouri law. The only stated purpose was discussion of legal actions, causes of action, or litigation, and confidential attorney-client communications. No substantive decisions were made or recorded.
City Council - Regular Session
The City Council will consider special use permit applications for a truck rental facility and a storage facility renewal. The agenda also includes reviews of development plans for Westvale Addition and various subdivision plats. Additionally, the council will address federal housing fund agreements.
- Special Use Permit for U-Haul at 809 SE Douglas St
- Special Use Permit renewal for Summit Self Storage at 1920 NE Rice Rd
- Preliminary Development Plan for Westvale Addition at 612 NW Fieldcrest Dr
- HUD funding agreements for COVID-19 response and formula corrections
- Development Agreement for the Osage Residential Project
The Lee's Summit City Council approved a 20-year renewal of the special use permit for Summit Self Storage at 1920 NE Rice Road, after rejecting amendments for 10- and 15-year terms. The council also advanced several ordinances to second reading, including a special use permit for a U-Haul truck rental at 809 SE Douglas St and preliminary development plans for Westvale Addition. Consent agenda items were approved, including agreements with HUD for CDBG funds and a development agreement for the Osage Residential Project.
- Approved agenda as published (9-0).
- Approved consent agenda, including ordinances 9106, 9107, and 9108 (9-0).
- Advanced Bill 21-57 (U-Haul special use permit) to second reading (8-1).
- Amended Bill 21-41 to a 20-year permit for Summit Self Storage, then advanced to second reading (9-0).
- Advanced Bill 21-58 (Westvale Addition preliminary development plan) to second reading (9-0).
- Advanced Bill 21-59 (Napa Valley 4th Plat final plat) to second reading (9-0).
- Advanced Bill 21-60 (Whispering Woods final plat) to second reading (9-0).
- Advanced Bill 21-61 (easement vacation at SW 27th St) to second reading (9-0).
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Appeals
The Board of Appeals will conduct hearings regarding an appeal filed by Teresa Vollenweider concerning a June 16, 2020, Development Services ruling. The meeting includes the review of City and Appellant exhibits followed by deliberation and a ruling.
- Hearing on Teresa Vollenweider appeal (City Exhibits)
- Hearing on Teresa Vollenweider appeal (Appellant Exhibits)
- Approval of August 19, 2020 meeting minutes
City Council - Regular Session
The City Council will consider establishing a new Schedule of Fees and Charges effective July 1, 2021. The agenda also includes budget amendments for the Finance and Public Works departments and development agreements for residential projects. Additionally, the council will review grant funding for the police department.
- New Schedule of Fees and Charges effective July 1, 2021
- Development Agreement for the Osage Residential Project
- Funding agreement for the Streets of West Pryor project
- Budget amendment for Public Works-Engineering and Finance departments
- Waiving $33,874.16 payment in lieu of taxes for Lee's Summit Housing Authority
The Lee's Summit City Council unanimously approved several ordinances and resolutions, including budget amendments for FY2021, a new fee schedule effective July 1, 2021, a funding agreement for the Streets of West Pryor project, and support for police grant applications. They also advanced three ordinances to second reading, including agreements with HUD for CDBG funds and a development agreement for the Osage Residential Project. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 7:15pm.
- Approved Bill 21-48, accepting Cobey Creek 1st Plat (Ord. 9100) (9-0)
- Approved Bill 21-49, vacating easement at 400 SW Waterfall Court (Ord. 9101) (9-0)
- Approved Bill 21-50, budget amendment for Public Works and Finance positions (Ord. 9102) (9-0)
- Approved Bill 21-51, waiving Housing Authority PILOT of $33,874.16 (Ord. 9103) (9-0)
- Approved Bill 21-52, budget amendment for Public Works expenditures (Ord. 9104) (9-0)
- Approved Bill 21-53, new Schedule of Fees and Charges effective July 1, 2021 (Ord. 9105) (9-0)
- Adopted Resolution 21-04, funding agreement with Streets of West Pryor, LLC (9-0)
- Adopted Resolution 21-05, supporting police grant applications for traffic enforcement (9-0)
Legislative and Intergovernmental Relations Committee
The Legislative and Intergovernmental Relations Committee will review pending state legislative items with City Attorney Brian W. Head. The committee will also consider approving the Draft Action Letter from its February 8, 2021 meeting.
- Approval of the Draft Action Letter from the February 8, 2021 meeting
- Discussion of pending State Legislative Items with City Attorney Brian W. Head
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission recommended approval of the preliminary development plan for Wood Corner at 617 SE 6th St, which proposes two single-family homes on one lot. The recommendation will go to the City Council with a due back date of April 13, 2021. The Commission also approved several consent agenda items, including final plats, easement vacations, and sign applications.
- Recommended approval of Preliminary Development Plan PL2020-367 (Wood Corner, 617 SE 6th St) to City Council, due back 4/13/2021.
- Recommended approval of Final Plat for Whispering Woods, Lots 29A-33A (Bill 21-60) to City Council, due back 3/23/2021.
- Recommended approval of easement vacation at 1709-1725 SW 27th St (Bill 21-61) to City Council, due back 3/23/2021.
- Approved sign application for Eyemart, 1041 NE Sam Walton Ln (PL2021-040).
- Approved sign application for Lee's Summit Medical Office Building, 1980 SE Blue Pkwy (PL2021-048).
- Approved sign application for Whataburger, 1460 NE Douglas St (PL2021-055).
- Approved minutes of the February 25, 2021 Planning Commission meeting.
Joint City Council/Planning Commission
The joint meeting includes a workshop regarding the Ignite Comprehensive Plan (2021-4012A). Presenters include Sheila Shockey, Ryan Elam, and Josh Johnson.
- Ignite Comprehensive Plan Workshop 2021-4012A
Community and Economic Development Committee
The committee will hold a public hearing regarding the Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan for program year 2021-22. The meeting also includes the approval of the February 10, 2021, Community and Economic Development Action Letter.
- Public hearing: Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan for Program Year 2021-22
- Approval of the February 10, 2021, Community and Economic Development Action Letter
The Community and Economic Development Committee unanimously recommended City Council approval of the 2021-22 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan, totaling $448,239.40 in available funds. The plan allocates $70,136.80 for planning and administration, $52,602.60 for public services (with each applicant receiving about 67% of requested funds), and $325,000 for other uses, including $200,000 for the Lee's Summit Housing Authority and $125,500 for Truman Heritage for Habitat. The committee also approved the February 10, 2021 action letter and the meeting agenda.
- Recommended CDBG Annual Action Plan for 2021-22 for City Council approval (unanimous)
- Approved February 10, 2021 committee action letter (unanimous)
- Approved meeting agenda as presented (unanimous)
City Council - Regular Session
The City Council is reviewing several ordinances, including design services for Fire Stations No. 4 and 5 and engineering modifications for the NW Main Street project. The agenda also includes rezoning requests for approximately 20 acres in the Streets of West Pryor area.
- Design services contract for Fire Stations No. 4 and 5 up to $665,980.00
- Rezoning of approximately 20 acres at Streets of West Pryor Lot 7 and Tract C
- Engineering service modification for NW Main Street project totaling $233,500.00
- Change order for Jefferson Street Improvements project with MegaKC Corporation
- Fixed Base Operator agreement with Meisinger Aviation LLC at Municipal Airport
The City Council approved a $665,980 design contract with GLMV Architecture for two new fire stations (Fire Station No. 4 and No. 5). It also approved several other ordinances, including rezoning for the Streets of West Pryor development, a water services agreement with Lake Lotawana, and a contract amendment for the NW Main Street improvement project. A proposed ordinance to update committee duties (Bill No. 21-46) was removed from the agenda and will be reconsidered in April.
- Approved Bill 21-42: Design services contract for two new fire stations (No. 4 and No. 5) with GLMV Architecture, Inc., not to exceed $665,980.
- Approved Bill 21-36 (Ord. 9090): Rezoning and preliminary development plan for Streets of West Pryor Lot 7 and Tract C.
- Approved Bill 21-37 (Ord. 9091): Vacating right-of-way on NW Black Twig Lane.
- Approved Bill 21-38 (Ord. 9092): Water services MOU for Woodlawn Estates with Lake Lotawana.
- Approved Bill 21-39 (Ord. 9093): 2021 Jackson County poll contract for Harris Park Community Center.
- Approved Bill 21-43 (Ord. 9095): Amended engineering services contract for NW Main Street project, increasing amount to $233,500.
- Approved Bill 21-44 (Ord. 9096): Change order for Jefferson Street Improvements, extending substantial completion to May 25, 2021.
- Approved Bill 21-45 (Ord. 9097): Fixed Base Operator agreement with Meisinger Aviation LLC at the airport.
Finance and Budget Committee
The Finance and Budget Committee is considering several ordinances regarding the city budget and fee structures. This includes amendments to authorized positions in Public Works-Engineering and Finance, as well as a new Schedule of Fees and Charges effective July 1, 2021. The committee will also review a request to waive tax payments for the Lee's Summit Housing Authority.
- Ordinance amending budget for Public Works-Engineering and Finance departments and establishing a new Pay and Classification Plan
- Ordinance waiving $33,874.16 in payments in lieu of taxes for the Lee's Summit Housing Authority
- Ordinance amending authorized expenditures in the Public Works-Engineering department
- Ordinance establishing a new Schedule of Fees and Charges effective July 1, 2021
The Finance and Budget Committee met and voted unanimously to recommend four ordinances to the full City Council. These include two budget amendments (Nos. 10 and 11), a waiver of the Housing Authority's payment in lieu of taxes, and a new Schedule of Fees and Charges. All recommendations passed 4-0 with one absence.
- Recommended approval of Bill 21-50, amending the FY2021 budget and establishing a new Pay and Classification Plan
- Recommended approval of Bill 21-51, waiving the Lee's Summit Housing Authority's payment in lieu of taxes for FY2020 (estimated $33,874.16)
- Recommended approval of Bill 21-52, amending authorized expenditures in the Public Works-Engineering department
- Recommended approval of Bill 21-53, repealing prior fee schedules and establishing a new Schedule of Fees and Charges effective July 1, 2021
City Council Rules Committee
The Rules Committee will discuss ordinances to update the duties of City Council Committees. These changes involve clarifying committee authorities for contract recommendations and the process for forwarding ordinances to the City Council.
- Ordinance TMP-1800 regarding committee duties for contract recommendations
- Ordinance TMP-1801 regarding Committee Chair duties and ordinance disposition
- Approval of the December 3, 2020, draft Action Letter
City Council - Closed Session
This meeting is a closed session held via video conference. The agenda contains only procedural notice regarding the legal justifications for a closed session and does not list specific items for discussion.
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee is considering ordinances for fire station design services and engineering modifications for NW Main Street. The committee will also review a timeline change for Jefferson Street Improvements and an airport office space agreement.
- Design services contract for Fire Station No. 4 and No. 5 up to $665,980.00
- Engineering service increase of $62,500 for NW Main Street improvement project
- Timeline extension for Jefferson Street Improvements project
- Fixed Base Operator agreement at Lee's Summit Municipal Airport
- Discussion on Downtown Area Infrastructure Improvements
The Public Works Committee recommended approval of an ordinance awarding a design contract for two new fire stations to GLMV Architecture for up to $665,980. It also recommended approval of contracts for the NW Main Street project, a change order for Jefferson Street, and a fixed base operator agreement at the airport. The committee discussed a new Residential Street Reconstruction Program and moved its April meeting to April 12.
- Recommended approval of RFQ No. 2021-031 for design services for Fire Stations No. 4 and No. 5 to GLMV Architecture, Inc., not to exceed $665,980.
- Recommended approval of Modification No. 1 to the NW Main Street engineering agreement with Walter P. Moore, increasing the amount by $62,500 to a new not-to-exceed of $233,500.
- Recommended approval of Change Order No. 1 to the Jefferson Street Improvements contract with MegaKC Corporation, extending the substantial completion date to May 25, 2021.
- Recommended approval of a Fixed Base Operator agreement with Meisinger Aviation LLC for office space at the Municipal Airport.
- Approved the February 1, 2021 Action Letter.
- Approved the agenda as amended, striking a duplicate item.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission recommended approval of a Special Use Permit renewal for Summit Self Storage at 1920 NE Rice Rd, but added a condition limiting the term to five years instead of the requested 20 years. The commission also recommended approval of a preliminary development plan for Westvale Addition (nine residential units at 612 NW Fieldcrest Dr) and a Special Use Permit for a U-Haul truck rental at 809 SE Douglas St. All recommendations go to the City Council.
- Approved agenda as published.
- Approved consent agenda, including final plat for Cobey Creek, 1st Plat, and minutes of Feb 11, 2021.
- Recommended approval of Summit Self Storage SUP renewal with a 5-year term (6-1 vote).
- Recommended approval of Westvale Addition preliminary development plan (unanimous).
- Recommended approval of U-Haul truck rental SUP at 809 SE Douglas St (unanimous).
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council - Regular Session
The City Council will review several plat approvals and agreements regarding the dissolution of the Strother Interchange TDD. A public hearing is scheduled for a 20-acre rezoning project at Streets of West Pryor. The council will also consider an extension for using CARES Act funds with Jackson County.
- Rezoning of ~20 acres at Streets of West Pryor (900 NW Black Twig Ln)
- Extension of intergovernmental agreement with Jackson County for CARES Act funds
- Dissolution and termination of the Strother Interchange TDD
- Approval of final plats for Hawthorn Ridge, Kessler Ridge, and Monticello
- Vacation of right-of-way on NW Black Twig Lane
The Lee's Summit City Council held public hearings and advanced to second reading two ordinances related to the Streets of West Pryor development: a rezoning from R-1 to PMIX and RP-4 with a preliminary development plan for approximately 20 acres, and a vacation of a 700-foot segment of NW Black Twig Lane. Both motions passed 8-0 with Councilmember Forte absent. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included several ordinances accepting final plats for subdivisions and agreements related to the dissolution of a transportation development district.
- Advanced rezoning and preliminary development plan for Streets of West Pryor (Bill 21-36) to second reading (8-0)
- Advanced vacation of NW Black Twig Lane right-of-way (Bill 21-37) to second reading (8-0)
- Approved consent agenda including final plats for Hawthorn Ridge, Kessler Ridge, Monticello, and Highland Meadows (9-0)
- Approved ordinances to dissolve Strother Interchange TDD and update CID funding (9-0)
- Approved extension of intergovernmental agreement with Jackson County for CARES Act funds (9-0)
- Approved vacation of easement at 780 NE Meadowview Dr and 3338 NE Ralph Powell Rd (9-0)
- Advanced water services MOU for Woodlawn Estates (Bill 21-38) to second reading (9-0)
- Advanced 2021 Jackson County poll contract for Harris Park Community Center (Bill 21-39) to second reading (9-0)
City Council - Closed Session
The Lee's Summit City Council will meet in a closed session on February 18, 2021. The meeting is for discussing litigation involving the city and reviewing confidential personnel records.
- Discussion of legal actions or litigation involving the city
- Review of individual personnel records or employee performance ratings
The Lee's Summit City Council met in a closed session via video conference on February 18, 2021, citing Missouri statutes for legal actions and personnel records. No substantive decisions were made public, as the meeting was closed to the public and not recorded or broadcast.
City Council - Regular Session
The City Council is reviewing several infrastructure contracts and budget amendments. Items include street lighting improvements, stormwater engineering services, and a tax abatement request for the Streets of West Pryor project. The council will also consider ordinances regarding the dissolution of the Strother Interchange TDD.
- $692,958.50 contract for Lakewood Boulevard Streetlight Improvements Project
- $158,000 agreement for East Fork of Little Blue Watershed Stormwater Improvement Project engineering
- Tax abatement request for Mine Remediation Costs at the Streets of West Pryor project
- $26,395.60 change order increase for the Bailey and Hamblen Signal project
- Ordinance to dissolve the Strother Interchange Transportation Development District
The Lee's Summit City Council approved several ordinances, including a $158,000 sole-source engineering contract for the East Fork of Little Blue Watershed Stormwater Improvement Project and a $692,958.50 bid for the Lakewood Boulevard Streetlight Improvements Project. The council also approved change orders, bulk rock purchase agreements, and budget amendments, all by unanimous 9-0 votes. Additionally, the council discussed a conceptual economic development incentive request for the Streets of West Pryor project but took no action.
- Approved Ord. 9077: $158,000 engineering contract for East Fork Little Blue Watershed stormwater project (9-0)
- Approved Ord. 9078: $692,958.50 bid to Capital Electric for Lakewood Blvd streetlight improvements (9-0)
- Approved Ord. 9079: Change Order No. 1 for Bailey and Hamblen signal project, +$26,395.60 (9-0)
- Approved Ord. 9080: Bulk rock purchase agreement with Martin Marietta Kansas City, LLC (9-0)
- Approved Ord. 9081: Budget Amendment No. 8 for FY2021 (9-0)
- Approved Ord. 9082: Budget Amendment No. 9 for FY2021 (9-0)
- Advanced Bills 21-31 through 21-35 to second reading (all 9-0)
- Adopted Resolution 21-03 appointing Ryan Elam to Jackson County Reinvestment Fund Steering Committee (9-0)
Planning Commission
The Lee's Summit Planning Commission will consider a special use permit renewal for a storage facility at 1920 NE Rice Rd. The meeting also includes reviews of a final plat for Highland Meadows and an easement vacation at 400 SW Waterfall Ct.
- Special use permit renewal for Summit Self Storage at 1920 NE Rice Rd
- Final plat for Highland Meadows, 5th Plat (Lots 134-159 and Tracts G, H & I)
- Vacation of easement at 400 SW Waterfall Ct
- Planning Commission training
The Planning Commission voted unanimously to continue the special use permit renewal for Summit Self Storage at 1920 NE Rice Rd to February 25, 2021, after discussing fencing and landscaping concerns. The commission also recommended approval of the Highland Meadows 5th Plat and an easement vacation at 400 SW Waterfall Ct. The meeting included a training session on commission roles and procedures.
- Continued SUP renewal for Summit Self Storage to Feb. 25, 2021 (9-0)
- Recommended approval of Highland Meadows 5th Plat (9-0)
- Recommended approval of easement vacation at 400 SW Waterfall Ct (9-0)
- Approved Jan. 28, 2021 minutes (9-0)
Community and Economic Development Committee
The Community and Economic Development Committee will review the January 13, 2021 Action Letter. The meeting includes a progress update on Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity's Home Preservation Program funded by CDBG monies. Additionally, members will discuss regulations associated with beekeeping.
- Approval of the January 13, 2021 Community and Economic Development Action Letter
- Progress update: Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity's Home Preservation Program
- Discussion over regulations associated with Beekeeping
The Community and Economic Development Committee approved its agenda and the January 13, 2021 action letter unanimously. Members received a progress update on Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity's Home Preservation Program, funded through CDBG monies, and recommended additional advertising. They also discussed proposed beekeeping ordinance changes, with next steps including public feedback and further review.
- Approved February 11, 2021 agenda (unanimous)
- Approved January 13, 2021 action letter (unanimous)
City Council - Regular Session
The City Council and Planning Commission will review several development plans, including rezonings for residential and commercial areas. The agenda also includes approvals for liquor licenses and Jackson County election poll contracts.
- Rezoning of 1201 SW Longview Blvd from R-1 to RP-1 for Highland Meadows
- Rezoning of 3701 NE Akin Dr from CP-2 to RP-4 for Chapel Ridge, Phase 5
- Commercial development plan at 250 NW McNary Court
- Liquor license approvals for The Goat Brewing Co LLC and others
- Jackson County Board of Election Commissioners Poll Contracts
The Lee's Summit City Council approved several ordinances, including a rezoning for Chapel Ridge Phase 5 (Bill 21-21) with a 6-1 vote, and a commercial development plan at 250 NW McNary Court (Bill 21-19) with a 6-2 vote. Consent agenda items included liquor licenses, a rezoning for Highland Meadows, and other ordinances, all passed 8-0. The council also held a joint workshop with the Planning Commission on the Ignite Comprehensive Plan.
- Approved rezoning for Chapel Ridge Phase 5 at 3701 NE Akin Dr. (6-1, 1 recusal)
- Approved commercial development plan at 250 NW McNary Court (6-2)
- Approved consent agenda including liquor licenses for The Goat Brewing Co., The Terrace on Grand, and A Thyme for Everything (8-0)
- Adopted Ord. 9073 for Highland Meadows 5th/6th Plat rezoning (8-0)
- Adopted Ord. 9074 accepting Woodland Glen final plat (8-0)
- Adopted Ord. 9075 for 2021 Jackson County poll contracts (8-0)
- Received and filed Ignite Comprehensive Plan workshop discussion
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Finance and Budget Committee
The committee will consider ordinances for budget amendments and a bulk rock purchase contract. Members will also receive presentations on the annual financial report and mid-year fund projections.
- Ordinance to award bulk rock bid to Martin Marietta Kansas City, LLC
- Budget Amendment No. 8 for fiscal year ending June 30, 2021
- Presentation of the FY2020 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report
- Presentation of FY21 General Fund mid-year projections
- Budget Amendment No. 9 for fiscal year ending June 30, 2021
The Finance and Budget Committee recommended approval of three ordinances to the City Council: a bulk rock purchase contract with Martin Marietta Kansas City, LLC, and two budget amendments (Nos. 8 and 9) for FY2021. The committee also received and filed the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for FY2020 and the FY21 General Fund Mid-Year Projections. All votes were 4-0 with Vice Chair Lopez absent.
- Recommended approval of Bid No. 2021-034 for bulk rock purchase from Martin Marietta Kansas City, LLC (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Budget Amendment No. 8 for FY2021 (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Budget Amendment No. 9 for FY2021 (4-0)
- Received and filed Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for FY2020
- Received and filed FY21 General Fund Mid-Year Projections
Board of Aeronautic Commissioners
The Board will consider an ordinance approving a Fixed Base Operator agreement with Meisinger Aviation LLC to rent office space at the municipal airport. The agenda also includes updates on the Airport Master Plan and a report on fuel sales history.
- Ordinance for Meisinger Aviation LLC agreement to rent office space
- Update of the Airport Master Plan and Airport Business Plan
- Staff Report, Fuel Sales & Fuel History
- Approval of Action Letter 2021-3944
Legislative and Intergovernmental Relations Committee
The Legislative and Intergovernmental Relations Committee will meet via video conference. The committee is scheduled to approve a draft action letter from its January 14, 2021 meeting and discuss pending state legislative items.
- Approval of Draft Action Letter from the January 14, 2021 meeting
- Discussion of pending State Legislative Items
City Council Rules Committee
The scheduled meeting of the Lee's Summit City Council Rules Committee for February 4, 2021, has been cancelled. No agenda items were listed for this session.
City Council - Regular Session
The City Council will discuss a proposed agreement allowing the Police Department access to certain R7 School District video systems during emergencies. The agenda also includes public hearings for several rezoning and development applications. Additionally, the council will review liquor licenses and various appointments.
- Rezoning of Highland Meadows at 1201 SW Longview Blvd from R-1 to RP-1
- Rezoning of Chapel Ridge Townhomes, Phase 5 at 3701 NE Akin Dr from CP-2 to RP-4
- Preliminary development plan for PetSuites of America at 250 NW McNary Court
- MOU for police access to R7 School District video systems during emergencies
- Approval of liquor licenses for Pinsa Pizza and Siki Japanese Restaurant
The Lee's Summit City Council advanced a rezoning and preliminary development plan for Chapel Ridge Townhomes Phase 5 from CP-2 to RP-4, despite a protest petition and opposition from residents. The motion passed 6-1 with one recusal. The council also advanced preliminary plans for PetSuites of America and Highland Meadows, and adopted several ordinances including a police-school video access agreement.
- Advanced Chapel Ridge rezoning to RP-4 and preliminary plan (6-1, 1 recused)
- Advanced PetSuites of America preliminary development plan (8-0)
- Advanced Highland Meadows rezoning to RP-1 and preliminary plan (8-0)
- Adopted Ord. 9071 authorizing police access to school video systems (8-0)
- Adopted Ord. 9069 establishing Chapel Ridge Community Improvement District (7-0, 1 recused)
- Adopted Ord. 9070 vacating easements near NW View High Dr and I-470 (8-0)
- Approved liquor licenses for Pinsa Pizza and Siki Japanese Restaurant (8-0)
- Approved mayor's appointments to boards with amendment to Aeronautic Commissioners (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will review ordinances for stormwater engineering services and streetlight improvements. They will also consider a contract change order for the Bailey and Hamblen Signal project and discuss funding options for a stormwater utility study.
- $692,958.50 bid award for Lakewood Boulevard Streetlight Improvements Project
- $158,000.00 agreement for East Fork of Little Blue Watershed stormwater engineering services
- $26,395.60 change order for the Bailey and Hamblen Signal project
- Discussion on funding options for a Stormwater Utility Study
City Council - Closed Session
The City Council will meet via video conference for a closed session. The meeting is limited to discussing individually identifiable personnel records, performance ratings, or records pertaining to employees or applicants.
- Review of personnel records and employee performance ratings
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a rezoning request and preliminary development plan for approximately 20 acres in the Streets of West Pryor area. The agenda also includes requests to vacate portions of NW Black Twig Lane and an easement near NE Meadowview Drive.
- Rezoning from R-1 to PMIX and RP-4 for Streets of West Pryor, Lot 7 and Tract C
- Preliminary Development Plan for 900 NW Black Twig Ln, 2100 NW Lowenstein Dr, and 2200 NW Lowenstein Dr
- Vacation of a 700-foot segment of NW Black Twig Lane north of NW Lowenstein Dr
- Vacation of easement at 780 NE Meadowview Dr and 3338 NE Ralph Powell Rd
- Sign application for Hill ProMotion Physical Therapy at 1321 SW Market St
Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Board will hold public hearings regarding requests to change setback requirements for two properties. The board will also review and approve minutes from the November 19, 2020 meeting.
- Swimming pool setback variance at 400 SW Waterfall Ct
- Rear yard setback variance at 1727 NE Aberdeen Dr
- Approval of November 19, 2020, meeting minutes
City Council - Regular Session
The City Council will consider an ordinance to call an election regarding a property tax levy rate increase. The meeting also includes discussions on sidewalk program guidance and the creation of a Diversity and Inclusion Commission. Additionally, the council will review several proposed ordinances related to zoning and city contracts.
- Ordinance calling for an election to increase the General Fund property tax levy rate
- Resolution creating the City of Lee's Summit Commission for Diversity and Inclusion
- Contract award for security system products and services
- Contract award for police uniforms and accessories
- Rezoning request for 10 acres at 1050 NE Todd George Road
The Lee's Summit City Council approved several ordinances, including calling an election for a 10-cent property tax levy increase, rezoning 10 acres at 1050 NE Todd George Road, and awarding contracts for security systems and police uniforms. The council also created a Commission for Diversity and Inclusion and advanced several other items to second reading.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 9065 calling election for 10-cent property tax levy increase (8-0)
- Adopted Substitute Bill No. 20-253 rezoning 10 acres at 1050 NE Todd George Road to RLL (7-1)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 9066 awarding security system contract to American Digital Security and Kenton Brothers (8-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 9067 awarding police uniform contract to Galls, LLC (8-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 21-01 creating Commission for Diversity and Inclusion (8-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 9064 approving preliminary development plan at 2051/2061 NW Lowenstein Dr. (7-1)
- Advanced Bill No. 20-251 (Chapel Ridge CID) to second reading (7-0, Shields recused)
- Advanced Bills 21-17 (Osage plat) and 21-18 (easement vacation) to second reading (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council - Closed Session
The City Council is meeting via video conference to discuss confidential items. Topics include legal litigation, preparation for negotiations with employee groups, and individual personnel records.
- Legal actions or litigation involving the city
- Preparation for negotiations with employee groups
- Review of individual personnel records or performance ratings
Legislative and Intergovernmental Relations Committee
The Legislative and Intergovernmental Relations Committee will meet via video conference to discuss pre-filed bills with the Missouri Legislature. The committee is also scheduled to consider approving a draft action letter from its November 16, 2020 meeting.
- Approval of Draft Action Letter from the November 16, 2020 meeting
- Discussion regarding pre-filed bills with the Missouri Legislature
The Legislative and Intergovernmental Relations Committee approved its agenda and the draft action letter from the November 16, 2020 meeting, both by a 4-0-1 vote with Chairperson Carlyle absent. Staff provided an overview of pre-filed Missouri legislative bills potentially impacting municipalities, with further review ongoing. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved meeting agenda (4-0-1)
- Approved draft action letter from Nov 16, 2020 meeting (4-0-1)
Community and Economic Development Committee
The committee will consider an ordinance regarding police access to school district video systems during emergencies. They will also discuss updates to zoning code references and the composition of a homelessness coalition.
- Ordinance for police access to Lee's Summit R7 School District video systems
- Amendments to remove redundant references in the Unified Development Ordinance
- Discussion on the composition of the Community Coalition on Homelessness
- Approval of the December 9, 2020 Action Letter
The Community and Economic Development Committee unanimously approved sending an ordinance to the City Council that would authorize a memorandum of understanding with the Lee's Summit R7 School District for police access to certain video systems in emergencies. The committee also unanimously recommended an amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance to remove redundant and incorrect zoning code references. Additionally, members discussed the Community Coalition on Homelessness and agreed to use a phased approach, starting with a smaller group to develop recommendations.
- Approved sending TMP-1766 to City Council for police-school video access MOU (unanimous)
- Recommended TMP-1812 to Planning Commission for UDO zoning code cleanup (unanimous)
- Approved December 9, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Agreed to phased approach for Homeless Community Coalition formation
City Council - Regular Session
The City Council will consider an ordinance to call an election for a property tax levy increase. The agenda also includes reviewing airport grant agreements and several rezoning requests.
- Ordinance calling an election for a property tax levy increase (Bill 21-14)
- Police and Courts building renovation change order to $4,962,534.00 (Bill 21-03)
- Landfill Closure Construction project price increase of $11,197.86 (Bill 21-04)
- Rezoning for approximately 24.8 acres at Winterset Valley (Bill 20-252)
- Rezoning for approximately 10 acres at 1050 NE Todd George Rd (Bill 20-253)
Finance and Budget Committee
The Finance and Budget Committee will consider ordinances for security system services and police uniforms. The agenda also includes a budget amendment review and presentations regarding financial dashboards, an on-site clinic, and CIP funding.
- Dual award for security system products and services (Bid No. 2021-027)
- Contract for police uniforms and accessories (Bid No. 2021-033)
- Amendment No. 12 to the Fiscal Year 2020 budget
- Presentation of FY21 November General Fund Financial Dashboards
- Presentation on CIP process and funding
The Finance and Budget Committee voted unanimously to recommend three items to the City Council: a dual award for security system products and services, an award for police uniforms and accessories, and Amendment No. 12 to the FY2020 budget. Three presentations were received and filed with no action taken. No public comments were made.
- Recommended approval of dual award for security system products/services to American Digital Security LLC and Kenton Brothers Locksmiths, Inc. (4-0)
- Recommended approval of police uniforms and accessories contract to Galls, LLC (4-0)
- Recommended approval of Amendment No. 12 to FY2020 budget (4-0)
- Received and filed FY21 November General Fund Financial Dashboards presentation
- Received and filed On-site Clinic Review presentation
- Received and filed CIP Process and Funding presentation
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider multiple applications for preliminary development plans and rezoning requests. The agenda also includes requests for final plat approvals and an easement vacation.
- Rezoning from CP-2 to RP-4 for Chapel Ridge Townhomes at 3701 NE Akin Dr.
- Preliminary development plan for PetSuites Of America at 250 NW McNary Court
- Rezoning and preliminary development plan for Highland Meadows at 1201 SW Longview Blvd
- Final plat approval for Osage, 1st Plat
- Vacation of easement at 1401 NW View High Dr
City Council - Regular Session
The City Council will review several rezoning applications for Winterset Valley and Pine Tree Farm Estates. The session also includes discussions on ballot language for the April 2021 debt levy election and a $5,000,000 bond issuance.
- Issuance of $5,000,000 in General Obligation Bonds, Series 2021A
- Rezoning of 24.8 acres for Winterset Valley, 14th Plat
- Rezoning of 10 acres at 1050 NE Todd George Rd for Pine Tree Farm Estates
- Establishment of the Chapel Ridge Community Improvement District
- Approval of the Cedar Creek Land Clearance Redevelopment Plan
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee is reviewing several ordinances regarding city contracts and airport project agreements. The committee will also discuss the Sidewalk Gap Program prioritization and funding options for a stormwater utility study.
- Mowing services contract award to US Lawns of Kansas City, Inc.
- Police and Courts building renovation price increase to $4,962,534.00
- Landfill Closure Construction project price increase to $3,832,415.57
- Grant agreements for Lee's Summit Municipal Airport runway work
- Discussion of Sidewalk Gap Program prioritization
The Public Works Committee recommended approval of several ordinances to the City Council, including a mowing services contract with US Lawns of Kansas City, Inc., a change order increasing the guaranteed maximum price for the Police and Courts building renovation to $4,962,534.00, and multiple agreements related to the Lee's Summit Municipal Airport. The committee also discussed the Capital Improvement Plan process, a revised sidewalk gap prioritization system, and funding options for a stormwater utility study. All votes on the recommended ordinances were unanimous.
- Approved agenda and prior meeting minutes (Dec 7 and Dec 11, 2020) unanimously
- Recommended approval of mowing services contract with US Lawns of Kansas City, Inc. (Bill 21-02), 4-0
- Recommended approval of Police and Courts building renovation change order, increasing GMP to $4,962,534.00 (Bill 21-03), 4-0
- Recommended approval of Landfill Closure Construction change order, increasing contract to $3,832,415.57 (Bill 21-04), 4-0
- Recommended approval of multiple airport grant agreements and amendments (Bills 21-05 through 21-13), all 4-0
- Agreed to forward revised sidewalk gap prioritization system to City Council
- Discussed funding options for stormwater utility study; staff to draft a motion for next meeting