Olathe public meetings in 2022
24 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council approved two ordinances calling for an April 25, 2023, election to authorize sales tax renewals for street maintenance and parks, trails, and library services. The council also approved several industrial revenue bonds and zoning changes. Additionally, new appointments were made to the Parks and Recreation and Historic Preservation boards.
- Approved Ordinance No. 22-62 for April 25, 2023, election on 3/8% sales tax for street repair (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 22-63 for April 25, 2023, election on 1/8% sales tax for parks, trails, and libraries (6-0)
- Approved $30M taxable industrial revenue bonds for BCB Holdings, LLC (6-0)
- Approved industrial revenue bonds for ABF Freight System, Inc. and BPG Olathe 1, LLC (6-0)
- Approved rezoning of OSOS Manor to Residential Single-Family (6-0)
- Approved rezoning of Contractor’s Garage VIII to General Industrial (6-0)
- Approved renewal of special use permits for two quarry operations (6-0)
- Approved purchase of Glock handgun weapon systems for Police Department (6-0)
City Council
The City Council and Planning Commission held a joint discussion regarding the Comprehensive Plan and PlanOlathe. The City Council later entered executive session to discuss special use permits SU19-0008 and SU19-0009. Following the session, the Council voted to authorize staff to proceed with directed strategies.
- Approved motion to enter executive session to discuss special use permits SU19-0008 and SU19-0009 (5-0)
- Approved motion to extend executive session by 15 minutes (5-0)
- Authorized staff to proceed with strategies discussed and directed by the Governing Body (5-0)
City Council
The City Council approved a rezoning request and a 10-year special use permit for a veterinary hospital at College Boulevard and Valley Parkway. The council also adopted a new Industrial Revenue Bond and Tax Abatement policy and updated the municipal code regarding vehicle removal.
- Approved rezoning of 1.43 acres at College Blvd and Valley Pkwy to Regional Center District (7-0)
- Approved 10-year Special Use Permit for Cedar Creek Animal Hospital (7-0)
- Adopted Industrial Revenue Bond and Tax Abatement (IRB) Policy (6-1)
- Approved Ordinance No. 22-58 amending vehicle removal code (7-0)
- Appointed Ron Fredman to the Olathe Public Art Committee (6-0)
- Approved contract with Westland Construction for DPM Self Storage Pipe Repair
- Approved contract with Dimensional Innovations for Downtown Library interactive wall
- Approved contract with Ka-Comm Inc. for Police Department emergency lighting
City Council
City Council adopted a 2022 Water Conservation Plan and updated municipal code regarding water conservation. The council also approved a rezoning request for a car wash and several infrastructure and land dedication requests. A resolution regarding the Garmin Olathe Soccer Complex was pulled from the agenda.
- Approved rezoning to C-3 District for Tommy’s Car Wash - Mill Creek Center (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 22-56 and Resolution No. 22-1078 adopting the 2022 Water Conservation Plan (7-0)
- Approved land dedication for Townhomes at Hilltop Farms, First Plat (FP22-0037)
- Approved land dedication for Hilltop Farms (FP22-0038)
- Approved professional services agreements with TREKK Design Group, LLC and Olsson, Inc. for sewer and waterline projects
- Approved emergency purchase of fire apparatus from Conrad Fire Equipment Inc.
- Approved office lease agreement with the Olathe Chamber of Commerce
- Tabled Resolution No. 22-1076 regarding Garmin Olathe Soccer Complex (pulled by staff)
City Council
The council approved two ordinances authorizing taxable industrial revenue bonds for construction of industrial buildings on 167th Street and Lone Elm Road: up to $11,899,766 for LECC Building 3, LLC and up to $13,083,996 for LECC Building 4, LLC. Both passed 6-0. The council also approved a resolution to apply for KDHE funds to replace lead and galvanized water service lines, and adopted an ordinance amending stormwater management regulations. Consent agenda items included several plat approvals, agreements with KDOT and Johnson County, and contracts for fire apparatus and an ambulance.
- Approved Resolution No. 22-1075 authorizing application to KDHE for lead/galvanized water service line replacement funds (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 22-52 amending stormwater management code (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 22-53 authorizing up to $11,899,766 in industrial revenue bonds for LECC Building 3, LLC (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 22-54 authorizing up to $13,083,996 in industrial revenue bonds for LECC Building 4, LLC (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda items including plat approvals, KDOT agreements, stormwater improvement contracts, and fire apparatus/ambulance purchases (6-0)
- Approved cereal malt beverage licenses for 2023 and precious metal dealer license for Warren Hannon Company
City Council
The council approved up to $138 million in industrial revenue bonds for Garmin to convert warehouse space to office and lab uses, and approved an annexation and development agreement with Heartland Coca-Cola for a 54-acre site at 167th and Hedge Lane. All consent agenda items except one were approved, including a special use permit for an Evergy substation and several rezoning requests. The meeting also featured proclamations for Fire Prevention Week and Disability Employment Awareness Month.
- Approved up to $138M in taxable industrial revenue bonds for Garmin warehouse-to-office/lab conversion (7-0)
- Approved annexation and development agreement with Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Co. for 54 acres at 167th & Hedge Lane (7-0)
- Approved rezoning of 148.97 acres at 167th & US 169 to M-2 General Industrial for JDC Olathe - Mackey Farm (7-0)
- Approved rezoning of 3.86 acres at 25488 W. Valley Parkway to BP Business Park for Cedar Creek Corporate Park Tract 4 (7-0)
- Approved special use permit for a telecommunications monopole north of Valley Parkway and west of Bluestem Parkway (7-0)
- Approved franchise agreement with Google Fiber Kansas to operate communications facilities in Olathe (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda items A, B, D through O, including opioid settlement fund, final plats, and various contracts (7-0)
- Item C (Resolution 22-1069) removed from consent agenda at mayor's request
City Council
The council approved Resolution No. 22-1067 appointing Tim DeWeese to the Board of Housing Commissioners. The consent agenda was also approved, including a stormwater improvement contract and a renewal drinking establishment license. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals and a discussion on a Google Fiber franchise ordinance.
- Approved Resolution No. 22-1067 appointing Tim DeWeese to Board of Housing Commissioners (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, renewal drinking establishment for O-Nutz LLC d/b/a The Peanut, land dedication for Chamber District final plat, and $2.1M Stagecoach and Sleepy Hollow Stormwater Improvements contract to Mayer Specialty Services (6-0)
City Council
The City Council approved the 2023 budget (Ordinance 22-45) with a 0.25 mill levy decrease, after rejecting an amendment for a 0.50 mill decrease. The council also approved a rezoning for industrial use on 150.99 acres at 23155 W. 175th Street, authorized up to $33.85 million in industrial revenue bonds for a logistics park building, and adopted the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan. All consent agenda items were approved, including a special use permit for a telecommunications monopole and several plat dedications.
- Approved 2023 budget with 0.25 mill levy decrease (4-3)
- Rejected amendment to increase mill levy decrease to 0.50 mill (2-5)
- Approved rezoning of 150.99 acres at 23155 W. 175th St. to M-2 General Industrial (7-0)
- Authorized up to $33,850,000 in taxable industrial revenue bonds for Scannell Properties #542 (7-0)
- Adopted 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan (7-0)
- Approved special use permit for telecommunications monopole north of 123rd St. and east of Kansas City Road (consent agenda)
- Approved final plat for Grace Church Lot 1 (17.33 acres) and Bonham Estates 2nd Plat (consent agenda)
- Approved change order for Cedar Lake Lift Station Improvement Project and contract for Stagecoach/Sleepy Hollow stormwater improvements (consent agenda)
City Council
The council approved a resolution expressing intent to issue industrial revenue bonds and a tax phase-in for Artio Medical's 50,000 sq. ft. office and manufacturing facility. They also discussed a potential 6% budget reduction proposed by Councilmember Gilmore, with staff to provide more information before the next budget hearing. Several consent agenda items were approved, including a deer archery hunting program and library self-check machines.
- Approved Resolution 22-1060 for Artio Medical IRB and tax phase-in (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 22-1059 appointing Isaac McCalla to Parks and Recreation Leadership Board (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda items A-D, G-J (6-0)
- Approved item E: 2023 CDBG funding recommendations (5-0, Gilmore recused)
- Approved item F: archery deer hunting for 2022-2023 season (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 22-41 amending Title 5 of municipal code (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 22-42 amending Title 14 sewer use regulations (6-0)
- Authorized staff to proceed with strategies discussed in executive session (6-0)
City Council
The Olathe City Council approved resolutions expressing intent to issue industrial revenue bonds for Garmin projects, including an increased amount for a two-phase project and a single-phase project. The council also approved an ordinance annexing approximately 186 acres at 175th Street and Clare Road, and continued a resolution for a benefit district for Monticello Road improvements to allow for negotiations.
- Approved Resolution 22-1054 appointing Planning Commission members (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 22-1055 appointing a Housing Commissioner (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 22-1056 for increased IRB for Garmin two-phase project (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 22-1057 for IRB for Garmin single-phase project (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 22-37 expanding redevelopment district (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda except items F and H; item H (South Cedar Creek pipe contract) approved separately (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 22-38 for weed mowing and debris removal assessments (6-0)
- Continued Resolution 22-1058 for Monticello Road benefit district (6-0)
City Council
The Olathe City Council approved Resolution No. 22-1053, setting an August 23 public hearing on exceeding the revenue neutral rate, and approved a rezoning for the Cedar Creek Recreation Area. The consent agenda was approved with several items pulled for discussion, including fleet vehicle pre-authorization, sewer inspection equipment, and a bookmobile purchase. All votes were 5-0 with two members absent.
- Approved Resolution No. 22-1053 on intent to levy property tax exceeding revenue neutral rate (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 22-32 rezoning for Cedar Creek Recreation Area (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 22-33 vacation of utility easement at Villas at Hidden Lake (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 22-34 repealing Risk Management Policy section (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 22-35 amending Public Offense Code (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 22-36 amending Traffic Ordinance (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda with items O, P, X removed and considered separately (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 22-1052 pre-authorizing 2023 fleet vehicle orders (5-0)
City Council
The Olathe City Council held a budget workshop and received reports on proposed amendments to the Public Offense Code and Traffic Ordinance. The council recessed into executive session to discuss the lawsuit against Spring Hill, then voted to authorize staff to proceed with the strategies discussed. No formal decisions were made on the budget or code amendments.
- Authorized staff to proceed with strategies discussed in executive session regarding City of Olathe v. City of Spring Hill (5-1, with Mickelson dissenting)
- Recessed into executive session for attorney consultation (6-0)
- Extended executive session by 15 minutes (4-0, with McCoy, Gilmore, and Felter absent)
City Council
The council approved an ordinance establishing rules for micromobility devices and shared small vehicles, along with a pilot operating agreement with Bird Rides, Inc. It also approved several bond issuances, including $17.9M for water and sewer improvements, and a rezoning for Hilltop Farms. All votes were 6-0 except item H, which passed 5-1 with Councilmember Mickelson voting no.
- Approved Ordinance 22-24 on micromobility devices and shared small vehicles (6-0)
- Approved Pilot Operating Agreement with Bird Rides, Inc. (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 22-25 annexing 148.93 acres northwest of 167th St and US 169 (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 22-26 rezoning Hilltop Farms (156.8 acres) to R-1, R-3, C-2 (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 22-27 rezoning 101 W. Cedar to Downtown Mixed-Use (6-0)
- Approved $17,925,280 water/sewer revenue bonds (Ordinance 22-28, Resolution 22-1047) (6-0)
- Approved $3,640,000 stormwater revenue bonds (Ordinance 22-29, Resolution 22-1048) (6-0)
- Approved $70,000,000 health facility revenue bonds for Olathe Medical Center (Ordinance 22-31) (6-0)
City Council
The council approved Resolution No. 22-1040 to issue industrial revenue bonds and a tax phase-in for a 567,840 sq ft industrial space in the I-35 Logistics Park, following a public hearing with no comments. The council also approved a consent agenda with numerous contracts and plats, and accepted the 2021 external audit with a clean opinion on financial statements but a qualified opinion on one federal program. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included proclamations and reports.
- Approved Resolution No. 22-1040 for industrial revenue bonds and tax phase-in for I-35 Logistics Park (6-0)
- Closed public hearing for Scannell Properties #634, LLC project (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda excluding item E (6-0)
- Approved final plat Foxfield Villas South, Third Plat (5-0, Felter recused)
- Approved change orders for MAQS Micro Surface, Mur-Len Road, Cedar Lake Lift Station projects
- Awarded contracts for Lone Elm Road sidewalks, Highland Park streets, and other projects
- Approved renewal of contracts for water/wastewater chemicals, door repair, concrete, natural gas, Microsoft licenses
- Expanded Marathon Health behavioral health counseling to 32 hours per week
City Council
The Olathe City Council approved two resolutions (22-1031 and 22-1032) expressing intent to issue industrial revenue bonds and tax phase-ins for two industrial projects totaling 282,598 square feet in the 167th Street Land, LLC master resolution. The council also approved the consent agenda with items K and O considered separately, both passing. New business included annexation of 174.64 acres and approval of the Downtown Library Project resolution and amendment.
- Approved Resolution 22-1031 for industrial revenue bonds for 134,643 sq ft industrial space (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 22-1032 for industrial revenue bonds for 147,955 sq ft industrial space (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda items except K and O (7-0)
- Approved item K: 2022 MAQS Micro Surface Project contract to Donelson Construction (7-0)
- Approved item O: Professional Services Agreement with George Butler Associates (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance 22-23 annexing 174.64 acres southwest of 151st and Lone Elm (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 22-1039 for Downtown Library Project (7-0)
- Approved Amendment No. 5 with McCown Gordon Construction for Downtown Library (7-0)
City Council
The Olathe City Council approved Ordinance No. 22-22 amending the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO22-0001) on a 6-0 vote, with one member absent. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included 15 items such as meeting minutes, a liquor license renewal, an audit plan, four final plats, a CARS program resolution, and several contracts. No other substantive decisions were made; the remaining agenda items were informational reports or discussion items.
- Approved Ordinance No. 22-22 amending Unified Development Ordinance chapters 18.10-18.94 (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda with 15 items (6-0)
- Approved renewal of drinking establishment license for SPIN Pizza
- Approved 2022 Audit Plan
- Approved final plat for Lone Elm Commerce Center, 4th Plat (22.69 acres)
- Approved final plat for Executive Plaza Second Plat (1.12 acres)
- Approved final plat for Estates of Canyon Oaks (60 lots, 45.15 acres)
- Approved final plat for Reserve of Canyon Oaks (31 lots, 45.88 acres)
City Council
The Olathe City Council approved a taxable industrial revenue bond not to exceed $2,200,000 for Griswold Industries to construct a 15,800 sq. ft. office and warehouse at 15410 S Mahaffie Street. The council also approved several ordinances, including a vacation of right-of-way for the Olathe Public Safety Center, amendments to the Risk Management Policy and Consumption on Public Property code, and establishment of the Downtown Olathe Common Consumption Area. All votes were unanimous (7-0).
- Approved Ordinance 22-17 authorizing $2.2M industrial revenue bond for Griswold Industries (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance 22-18 vacating right-of-way for Olathe Public Safety Center (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance 22-19 amending Risk Management Policy (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance 22-20 amending Consumption on Public Property code (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance 22-21 establishing Downtown Olathe Common Consumption Area (7-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda items including final plats for Great Plains Commerce Center, Parkside Reserve, I-35 Logistics Park, and Corporate Ridge Apartments
- Approved KDOT agreement for 2022 Sidewalk Construction Project (7-0)
- Approved Professional Services Agreement with Olsson, Inc. for Lift Station Replacements Project (7-0)
City Council
The City Council held a special meeting and voted unanimously to authorize the City Auditor liaison committee and the City Attorney to negotiate and finalize terms of an employment agreement for the City Auditor position, with the Mayor authorized to execute it. The decision followed a 15-minute executive session on personnel matters regarding the Internal Auditor position. Councilmember McCoy was absent. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Authorized City Auditor liaison committee and City Attorney to negotiate and finalize City Auditor employment agreement (6-0, McCoy absent)
- Recessed into 15-minute executive session on personnel matters regarding Internal Auditor position (6-0, McCoy absent)
City Council
The council approved the annexation of approximately 156 acres southwest of 175th Street and Hedge Lane into city boundaries, and repealed ordinances for the Library Advisory Board, Energy Advisory Board, and Sister Cities Committee. The consent agenda was approved, including contracts for road construction, parking garage repairs, and equipment purchases. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting was informational or discussion-only.
- Approved Ordinance No. 22-12 annexing 156.04 acres southwest of 175th and Hedge Lane (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 22-04 repealing Library Advisory Board, Energy Advisory Board, and Sister Cities Committee ordinances (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, liquor license, pawnbroker license, and Mahaffie Foundation bylaws (7-0)
- Approved final plats for Woodland Hills, Lakeview Ridge, Subaru of Olathe, and I-35 Logistics Park (7-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 22-1027 for sewer district enlargement (7-0)
- Awarded contract to Superior Bowen Asphalt for 151st Street mill and overlay (7-0)
- Awarded contract to MTS Contracting for parking garage structural repairs (7-0)
- Awarded contracts for generators, mowers, and fire squad vehicle (7-0)
City Council
The council appointed Robyn Essex to fill the vacant Ward 1 City Council seat, with all six members voting in favor. It also approved several resolutions and a consent agenda covering appointments, contracts, and plats, and passed an ordinance to vacate a drainage easement.
- Appointed Robyn Essex to Ward 1 City Council seat (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 22-1023 appointing Michael Snyder to Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop and Farm Advisory Board (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 22-1024 reappointing Erik Erazo and Kamran Qadir to Citizens Police Advisory Council (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda including contracts for Mur-Len Road overlay and Kansas Avenue streetscape (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 22-11 to vacate drainage easement at Great Plains Commerce Center (6-0)
- Accepted reports on annexation of 156.04 acres southwest of 175th and Hedge Lane
City Council
The Olathe City Council approved Resolution No. 22-1020, expressing intent to issue industrial revenue bonds and tax phase-in for a 12,525 sq. ft. truck maintenance and storage facility at Dennis Avenue and Pine Street. The council also approved the consent agenda, including contracts for the Splashpad Parking Lot and Provence Village street improvements, and authorized funding for the Police Building Expansion Phase II project. All votes were 5-0, with Councilmember Vogt absent.
- Closed public hearing for Jett Trucking industrial revenue bonds (5-0).
- Approved Resolution No. 22-1020 for Jett Trucking bonds and tax phase-in (5-0).
- Approved consent agenda, including minutes, liquor licenses, and contracts (5-0).
- Approved Resolution No. 22-1022 authorizing funding for Police Building Expansion Phase II (5-0).
- Approved Amendment No. 1 with PGAV Architects for police building design services (5-0).
- Approved Amendment No. 1 with Turner Construction for police building construction services (5-0).
- Approved Amendment to Covenant to Maintain Private Facilities for Archer Subdivision lots (5-0).
City Council
The Olathe City Council approved a rezoning for Auto Soak Executive Plaza, authorized up to $28 million in industrial revenue bonds for a spec warehouse, and approved several road improvement projects. All votes were unanimous (6-0). An ordinance amending boards and committees was tabled until the next meeting.
- Approved rezoning to C-3 and preliminary site plan for Auto Soak Executive Plaza (6-0)
- Authorized $28M taxable industrial revenue bonds for BPG Olathe 1 LLC warehouse (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 22-1019 for 119th Street improvements (6-0)
- Approved supplemental agreement with HDR Engineering for 119th Street design (6-0)
- Approved ordinances 22-05 to 22-10 on boards/committees; tabled 22-04 (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda including street projects and contracts (6-0)
City Council
The Olathe City Council authorized the City Attorney to finalize and the Mayor to execute a real estate contract and development agreement with Sunflower Olathe, LLC, following an executive session. The council also approved a consent agenda containing numerous resolutions and agreements for infrastructure projects, including street preservation, traffic signals, and sidewalk construction. All votes were unanimous (6-0).
- Authorized real estate contract and development agreement with Sunflower Olathe, LLC (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda including 2022 Street Preservation Program, ATMS Replacement, Structures Repair, Digital Network Reliability, ADA Sidewalk Repair, Sidewalk Construction, 135th and Greenwood Geometric Improvements, Modernization of Fire Stations, Future Fire Station Land Procurement, and Stormwater Improvement projects (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 22-1014 for 2022 Traffic Signals Project (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 22-1015 for 2022 Streetlight LED Conversion Project (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 22-1016 for 2022 Facility & Parking Lot Improvements & Maintenance Project (6-0)
- Approved Professional Services Agreement with Brungardt Honomichi & Company for Sunset and Ridgeview Traffic Signal Improvements design (6-0)
City Council
The Olathe City Council held its installation ceremony, swearing in Councilmembers Gilmore, Felter, and Vogt, and elected Kevin Gilmore as Mayor Pro-Tem. The council approved the consent agenda, including a special use permit for a car sales lot and resolutions authorizing water, sewer, and stormwater bond improvements. Under new business, the council approved a rezoning for Azura Credit Union and a special use permit for an amphitheater at 118th and Ridgeview.
- Elected Kevin Gilmore as Mayor Pro-Tem (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including minutes, liquor license, and special use permit for car sales at 1904 E Santa Fe (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 22-1001 authorizing water and sewer revenue bonds (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 22-1002 authorizing stormwater revenue bonds (unanimous)
- Approved contract with Johnson County for Pflumm Road improvements (unanimous)
- Approved contract with American Equipment for truck bodies and snow equipment (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning for Azura Credit Union at 118th and Ridgeview (unanimous)
- Approved special use permit for amphitheater at 118th and Ridgeview (unanimous)