Parkville public meetings in 2025

Board of Aldermen

The Parkville Board of Aldermen will hold a work session to review the status and overview of the city's sewer system. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. in the City Hall Board Room.

• Work session on sewer system status/overview
• Meeting to be held at City Hall Board Room

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will consider activating a redevelopment project area and updating schedules for federal transportation grants. The meeting also includes votes on stormwater facility requirements and the city's schedule of fees.

• Bill No. 3364: Activating Redevelopment Project Area C-5 of the Creekside Tax Increment Financing Plan
• Bill No. 3359: Project schedule amendments for Route 9 Corridor Complete Streets Improvements
• Bill No. 3361: Project schedule amendment for Bell Road Pedestrian Improvements on NW Bell Road
• Bill No. 3362: Updates to Municipal Code regarding stormwater facilities design and construction
• Resolution No. 25-041: Amending the City's Schedule of Fees

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a text amendment to the Municipal Code. The proposal seeks to change storm drainage requirements and create provisions for alternative approaches via waivers.

• Public hearing for Case No. PZ25-32: text amendment to Section 404.040 regarding storm drainage requirements

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a special session focused on commissioner training. The training will be provided by City Attorney John Mautino.

• Planning & Zoning Commissioner Training provided by John Mautino

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider updating the 2025 Parkville Schedule of Fees. The body will also review a Memorandum of Agreement with the Center for Creative Arts for the “Sculpture on the Move” program. Additionally, the committee will receive updated information regarding the Municipal Court transition.

• 2025 Update to the Parkville Schedule of Fees
• Memorandum of Agreement with the Center for Creative Arts for “Sculpture on the Move”
• Municipal Court Transition update

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a variance application for an accessory structure. The board is reviewing a request to modify height and bulk standards to allow for a detached garage.

• Public hearing for detached garage variance at 12 W 7th St (Case No. BZA2025-02)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a work session to receive an update on the Sewer Fund Projects Plan. The body will also review an Independent Accountant's Report on Applying Agreed-Upon Procedures.

• Update on Sewer Fund Projects Plan
• Presentation of Independent Accountant's Report on Applying Agreed-Upon Procedures

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will consider the adoption of the 2026 operating budget and employee compensation classifications. The meeting includes a vote on a voluntary annexation of land and a change to how municipal ordinance violations are heard.

• Adoption of the 2026 Operating Budget (Bill No. 3354)
• Establishment of employee position classifications and compensation for fiscal year 2026 (Bill No. 3355)
• Voluntary annexation of 0.64 acres at 9690 NW Hwy 45 (Bill No. 3358)
• Ordinance to have municipal violations determined by a Platte County Associate Circuit Court Judge (Bill No. 3357)
• Amendment No. 1 to the 2025 operating budget expenditures (Bill No. 3353)

Community Land and Recreation Board

The Community Land and Recreation Board will consider agreements regarding trail maintenance and a public art program. The board is also reviewing proposed updates to special event and reservation fees for the 2026 schedule.

• Agreement with Platte County Parks for Thousand Oaks Extension and Angeline Washington Extension of the Brush Creek Trail
• Memorandum of Agreement with Center for Creative Arts for 'Sculpture on the Move' program
• Proposed updates to Parks and Recreation special event and reservation fees for 2026

The board approved the minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting (7‑0). It approved an agreement with Platte County Parks to maintain and use the Thousand Oaks and Angeline Washington extensions of the Brush Creek Trail (7‑0). After an initial failed vote (4‑3), the board approved the Memorandum of Agreement with the Center for Creative Arts for the “Sculpture on the Move” program (6‑1). The board also approved updates to the 2026 Parks and Recreation special event and reservation fee schedule, including a $50 per‑vehicle parking permit (7‑0).

• Approved October 8, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved agreement with Platte County Parks for Brush Creek Trail extensions (7-0)
• Initial motion to approve CCA Memorandum of Agreement failed (4-3)
• Approved CCA Memorandum of Agreement for “Sculpture on the Move” (6-1)
• Approved $50 per‑vehicle special event parking permit fee update (7-0)
• Approved updated 2026 Parks and Recreation fee schedule (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will discuss the 2026 operating budget and employee compensation classifications. The meeting includes a public hearing on a voluntary annexation request and a proposal for new stormwater management regulations.

• Public hearing for voluntary annexation of 0.64 acres at 9690 NW Hwy 45
• First reading of Bill No. 3354 to adopt the 2026 Operating Budget
• First reading of Bill No. 3353 to amend 2025 authorized expenditures
• First and second reading of Bill No. 3356 to enact Stormwater Management regulations
• First reading of Bill No. 3355 regarding 2026 employee position classifications and compensation

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the Third Quarter 2025 Budget and Investment Reports. Members will also discuss an amendment to the 2025 Operating Budget and Fund Transfers for Administration.

• Third Quarter 2025 Budget and Investment Reports
• Proposed amendment to the 2025 Operating Budget and Fund Transfers (Administration)
• Approval of September 22, 2025, meeting minutes

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will meet for a work session focused on the comprehensive budget picture. The discussion will cover future financial stability for the city.

• Budget Work Session #4: Comprehensive Budget Picture and Future Financial Stability

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will consider updates to the Development Code regarding ADA compliance and off-site public improvements. The body will also review an intergovernmental agreement for household hazardous waste collection and a transportation service contract.

• Bill No. 3351: Intergovernmental agreement with Mid-America Regional Council Solid Waste Management District
• Bill No. 3352: Amendments to Development Code Section 404.040 regarding ADA compliance and off-site public improvements
• Resolution No. 25-038: Community Transportation Service Contract with GEST Missouri Holdings, LLC
• Proclamation of October 24, 2025, as World Polio Day
• Review of crime statistics for January through August 2025

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding text amendments to the Development Code for perimeter streets and storm drainage. The body will also review a subdivision application and a development plan extension.

• Public hearing on text amendment to Section 404.040 regarding perimeter streets and storm drainage (Case No. PZ2025-27)
• Preliminary Plat application for The Estates at Thousand Oaks 3rd-7th Plats (Case No. PZ2025-21)
• One-year extension request for Village on the Green Final Development Plan (Case No. PZ2021-54)

Board of Aldermen

The Parkville Board of Aldermen will hold a special meeting on October 14, 2025, to discuss and vote on a consent agenda item. The primary item is a request to approve a retail liquor by the drink picnic license for the American Legion for an event on October 18, 2025.

• Approve retail liquor license for American Legion
• Consent agenda items to be enacted without discussion

The Board of Aldermen voted to approve a retail liquor‑by‑the‑drink picnic license for the American Legion's Rally in the Alley on October 18, 2025. The motion passed unanimously, 5‑0. The meeting minutes from October 14 were also approved as written.

• Approved retail liquor‑by‑the‑drink picnic license for American Legion rally (5-0)
• Approved October 14 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Parkville Board of Aldermen holds a work session to discuss the third iteration of the city’s budget, focusing on Parks & Recreation, Police/Public Safety, Sewer, Capital Projects, and minor fund summaries. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

The Board of Aldermen held a work session on Oct. 14, 2025 to review the proposed 2026 budget for parks & recreation, public safety, sewer services, the train depot, minor funds and capital projects. Presentations were given by the Mayor, City Administrator and staff, and a request for additional animal‑shelter funding was noted for future board consideration. No votes, approvals, or other formal actions were recorded during the session. The meeting minutes were later approved on Oct. 21, 2025.

Community Land and Recreation Board

The Community Land and Recreation Board will meet to discuss fee schedule adjustments for shelter reservations. The board will also review a partnership with the Rotary Club regarding landscaping enhancements for the Farmers Market.

• Approval of Fee Schedule Adjustments for Shelter Reservation Fees
• Review of Rotary Club Partnership for Farmers Market Landscaping Enhancements

The Community Land and Recreation Board approved a fee schedule adjustment that raises shelter house reservation rates to $40 for residents, $60 for non‑residents, and adds a $50 fee for the Girl Scout cabin fireplace. The motion passed unanimously, 7‑0. The board also approved the September 10, 2025 meeting minutes and adjourned the October 8 meeting at 6:50 p.m., each with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved September 10, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved increased shelter reservation fees: $40 resident, $60 non-resident, $50 Girl Scout cabin fireplace (7-0)
• Adjourned regular meeting at 6:50 p.m. (7-0)
• Reviewed Rotary Club partnership for Farmers Market landscaping – no action taken

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will vote on a zoning map amendment for three parcels between Thousand Oaks and NW River Rd. The body is also considering the adoption of the 2024 International Family of Building Codes and updates to public meeting and records ordinances.

• Zoning map amendment for three parcels between Thousand Oaks and NW River Rd from Agricultural to Single-Family Residential (Case No. PZ2025-22)
• Adoption of the 2024 International Family of Building Codes
• Change Orders No. 10 and 11 for the Farmers' Market Project contract with E.L. Crawford Construction, Inc.
• Proposed 2026 budgets for Old Towne Market, Market Place, and Market Place #2 Community Improvement Districts
• Appointment of Melissa Bazert as City Clerk

The Board of Aldermen approved several items, including the adoption of the 2024 International Family of Building Codes, which repeals and replaces the entire Chapter 500 Building Code. They also approved a zoning map amendment changing three parcels from agricultural to single‑family residential (R‑3) and appointed Melissa Bazert as the new City Clerk. Additional actions included approving change orders for the Farmers’ Market project and confirming various appointments and budget filings, all by unanimous 8‑0 votes.

• Adopted Bill No. 3349, 2024 International Building Codes, first reading (8-0)
• Postponed second reading of Bill No. 3349 to Jan 6, 2026 (8-0)
• Approved Bill No. 3350 zoning map amendment for three parcels (8-0)
• Approved Bill No. 3348 public meetings and records ordinance (first and second reading) (8-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-036 appointing Melissa Bazert as City Clerk (8-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-037 change orders 10 & 11 for Farmers’ Market contract (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (minutes, budgets, appointments) (8-0)
• Appointed Lorraine James to Planning and Zoning Commission through May 2028 (8-0)

Board of Aldermen

The Parkville Board of Aldermen will hold a work session to discuss the second budget review covering the General Fund, Transportation, Stormwater, Use Tax, and Debt. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

The Board of Aldermen held a work session to review the proposed 2026 budget. No formal approvals, votes, or adoptions were made. Aldermen asked for additional information on public works funding, inflation impact, naming‑rights policy, streetlight procurement analysis, and budget review frequency to be presented at the October 14 work session. The minutes were approved on October 21, 2025.

• Requested additional information on Public Works funding for Oct 14 session
• Requested analysis of inflation impact on the budget for Oct 14 session
• Requested naming‑rights policy for City facilities for Oct 14 session
• Requested analysis of purchasing vs. leasing City streetlights for Oct 14 session
• Requested determination of frequency of budget review for Oct 14 session

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a work session to discuss the 2026 budget kick-off. The discussion will focus on revenue and personnel.

• 2026 Budget Kick-Off regarding revenue and personnel

The Board of Aldermen met on September 30, 2025 for a budget kickoff work session. City Administrator Alexa Barton presented revenue projections and staff position requests for the 2026 budget, including proposals for a Communications Coordinator and a Project Manager/Engineer‑In‑Training. No motions were voted on or adopted during the session. The minutes of the session were approved on October 7, 2025.

Finance Committee

The Parkville Finance Committee will meet to approve minutes from a prior meeting and receive an update on a wastewater rate study involving the Midwest Assistance Program.

• Approve minutes for September 8, 2025 meeting
• Update on Rate Study: Midwest Assistance Program (MAP) Memorandum of Understanding

Board of Aldermen

The Parkville Board of Aldermen will hold a work session to review the 2024 International Family of Building Codes and discuss next steps for adoption as the city’s designated building code. No formal decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

The Board of Aldermen approved the minutes from the September 16, 2025 work session. No other actions, votes, or decisions were recorded; the meeting only included a review and discussion of proposed building‑code changes.

• Approved September 16 work session minutes (approval recorded on Oct. 7, 2025; no vote tally provided)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will vote on final plats for two subdivisions and a street lighting agreement for Thousand Oaks. The meeting includes the swearing-in of the Barkville Mayor and a graduation for the Citizens' Academy Class of 2025.

• Resolution No. 25-033: Street lighting agreement for Thousand Oaks final plats
• Resolution No. 25-034: Change Order No. 1 for KCI Technologies, Inc. GIS professional services
• Bill No. 3346: Final plat for The Estates at Thousand Oaks 1st Plat (Case No. PZ 2025-24)
• Bill No. 3347: Final plat for The Estates at Thousand Oaks 2nd Plat (Case No. PZ 2025-25)
• Proclamation of September 17-23, 2025, as Constitution Week

The Board of Aldermen approved a street lighting agreement for multiple Thousand Oaks plats and a change order for a GIS contract, each by an 8-0 vote. It also passed first and second readings of ordinances approving the final plats for The Estates at Thousand Oaks 1st and 2nd Plats, also 8-0. All actions were authorized for the mayor to execute.

• Approved Resolution No. 25-033 street lighting agreement for Thousand Oaks plats (8-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-034 Change Order No. 1 for GIS services with KCI Technologies ($20,067 limit) (8-0)
• Approved Bill No. 3346 first reading for The Estates at Thousand Oaks 1st Plat (8-0)
• Approved Bill No. 3346 second reading, becoming Ordinance No. 3272 (8-0)
• Approved Bill No. 3347 first reading for The Estates at Thousand Oaks 2nd Plat (8-0)
• Approved Bill No. 3347 second reading, becoming Ordinance No. 3274 (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda items, including minutes and crime statistics (8-0)
• Approved agenda (8-0)

Community Land and Recreation Board

The Community Land and Recreation Board will meet to discuss a project presented by Luke Dykstra. The board will also receive staff updates regarding parks maintenance, programs, events, and recreation projects.

• Eagle Scout Project presented by Luke Dykstra

The Community Land and Recreation Board voted 6-0 to approve the minutes from the August 13, 2025 regular meeting. Later, the board voted 6-0 to adjourn the September 10, 2025 meeting at 7:12 p.m. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved August 13, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adjourned September 10, 2025 meeting at 7:12 p.m. (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Parkville Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to approve minutes, hear a public zoning change request, and decide on two subdivision plats and a major site plan for a marijuana dispensary. The body also sets upcoming meeting dates.

• Zoning map amendment for three parcels from AG to R-3 between Thousand Oaks and NW River Rd (PZ2025-22)
• Final plat approval for The Estates at Thousand Oaks 1st Plat (PZ2025-24)
• Final plat approval for The Estates at Thousand Oaks 2nd Plat (PZ2025-25)
• Major site plan for Fresh Karma Dispensary at Highway 45 and Ensign Dr (PZ2025-20)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to receive financial updates and approve the minutes from the August 25, 2025, meeting. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items.

• Approval of August 25, 2025, meeting minutes

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will consider a zoning map amendment for a 4.51-acre parcel and an ordinance regarding public meetings and records. The meeting also includes approvals for liquor licenses and the 2025 semi-annual financial report.

• Zoning map amendment for 14352 NW River Road from Agricultural to R-3 Single-Family Residential (Case No. PZ2025-17)
• Bill No. 3344: Ordinance amending Chapter 103 regarding public meetings and records
• Retail liquor by the drink picnic license for Parkville Area Chamber and EDC for September 23 event
• Temporary resort with Sunday sales liquor license for The Parker Hollow at 100 Main Street
• Approval of the semi-annual financial report for the first half of 2025

The Board approved the citizen‑input agenda and the consent agenda unanimously (7‑0). It also approved both the first and second readings of Bill No. 3345, adopting a zoning map amendment that changes 4.51 acres at 14352 NW River Road from agricultural to single‑family residential (7‑0 on each reading). No action was taken on Bill No. 3344, the public‑meetings ordinance.

• Approved citizen‑input agenda (7‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items including minutes, liquor‑by‑the‑drink picnic license, temporary resort liquor license, and semi‑annual financial report (7‑0)
• Approved first reading of Bill No. 3345 zoning map amendment (7‑0)
• Approved second reading of Bill No. 3345, adopting Ordinance No. 3273 (7‑0)
• No action taken on Bill No. 3344 public meetings and records ordinance
• Approved minutes of the September 2, 2025 meeting (approved on September 16, 2025)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a work session to receive a project update on the Sidewalk Gap Study. The meeting includes a notice for public input regarding the study.

• Sidewalk Gap Study Project update and public input notice

The Board of Aldermen held a work session on September 2, 2025. Public Works Director Dan Harper presented an update on the Sidewalk Gap Study project, with input from McClure Engineering. The discussion included a possible connection to the South Platte Pass trail and the plan to distribute an online survey to gather community input. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a special meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the city's tax rate. The body will consider the first and second readings of an ordinance to set the property tax levy for fiscal year 2026.

• Public hearing and readings of Bill No. 3343 to levy a tax of $0.4403 on all taxable property for fiscal year 2026

The Board held a public hearing and approved the first and second readings of Bill No. 3343, an ordinance to levy a tax of $0.4403 on all taxable property for fiscal year 2026. No public comments were received. The Board also approved the special‑meeting minutes on the second day of September 2025.

• Approved first and second readings of Bill No. 3343 property‑tax ordinance
• Approved the special‑meeting minutes (September 2025)

Finance Committee

The Parkville Finance Committee will review second-quarter budget and investment reports and approve minutes and a semi-annual financial report for the first half of 2025. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 25, 2025, at 4:30 PM in the Administration Conference Room.

• Review second quarter 2025 budget and investment reports
• Approve minutes from August 11, 2025, meeting
• Approve semi-annual financial report for first half of 2025

The Finance Committee approved the minutes from the August 11, 2025 meeting. It also approved a recommendation that the Board of Aldermen approve the semi‑annual financial report for the first half of 2025 and direct City Administration to publish the report. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes for August 11, 2025 meeting (4-0)
• Recommended Board of Aldermen approve semi‑annual 2025 financial report and directed City Administration to publish (4-0)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will consider adopting a five-year Capital Improvement Program and a vehicle access policy for English Landing Park. The meeting includes several contract awards for drainage and road repairs, as well as a lease agreement for the train depot building.

• Resolution No. 25-030: 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program (Administration)
• Resolution No. 25-025: White-tailed deer hunt management agreements with Park University
• Resolution No. 25-026: NW 59th Terrace Drainage Repairs Project bid to Havens Construction, Inc.
• Resolution No. 25-027: 2025 Crooked Road Channel Repairs project bid to Wiedenmann, Inc.
• Resolution No. 25-032: Lease agreement with White Farmhouse Flowers, LLC for the train depot building

The Board of Aldermen approved the 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Program (7‑0) and adopted a Vehicle Access Policy that keeps English Landing Park closed to general traffic while allowing limited event access (4‑3). It also approved several construction bids and change orders, and a lease for the train depot building. All motions passed with votes ranging from 4‑3 to 7‑0; no items were tabled.

• Adopt 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Program (7‑0)
• Approve Vehicle Access Policy for English Landing Park, maintaining closure (4‑3)
• Approve Resolution 25‑026 awarding NW 59th Terrace Drainage Repairs to Havens Construction (6‑0)
• Approve Resolution 25‑027 awarding Crooked Road Channel Repairs to Wiedenmann (6‑0)
• Approve Resolution 25‑028 Change Order for Bell Road Pedestrian Improvements (6‑0)
• Approve Resolution 25‑029 Change Order for Farmers Market project (6‑0)
• Approve Resolution 25‑031 Change Order for Route 9 Downtown Improvements (6‑1)
• Approve Resolution 25‑032 lease agreement with White Farmhouse Flowers for train depot (7‑0)

Community Land and Recreation Board

The Community Land and Recreation Board will consider the 2026 Parks & Recreation Capital Improvement Program and review vehicle access policy options for English Landing Park. The meeting also includes a citizen input period and a consent agenda to approve prior minutes.

• Approve minutes from July 9, 2025 regular meeting
• Eagle Scout Project presentation by Mark Brewster
• 2026 Parks & Recreation Capital Improvement Program
• Vehicle Access Policy Options for English Landing Park
• Staff updates on maintenance, sanctuary, and projects

The board approved the July 9, 2025 meeting minutes and the Eagle Scout dog‑park obstacle project, each by a 7‑0 vote. It also approved the 2026 Parks & Recreation Capital Improvement Program with a 7‑0 vote. Finally, the board voted 7‑0 to recommend that the Board of Aldermen keep English Landing Park closed to vehicular traffic east of White Alloe Creek and not add new interior ADA parking stalls, while pursuing safety and accessibility enhancements.

• Approved July 9, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Eagle Scout dog‑park obstacle project (7-0)
• Approved 2026 Parks & Recreation Capital Improvement Program (7-0)
• Recommended Board of Aldermen maintain closure of English Landing Park east of White Alloe Creek and not add new interior ADA parking stalls (7-0)
• Adjourned regular meeting (7-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning map amendment for a property at 14352 NW River Rd. The body will also discuss the 2026 Community Development Budget and Capital Improvement Program.

• Public hearing for Case No. PZ2025-17: rezoning 14352 NW River Rd from Platte County 'AG' Agricultural District to Parkville City 'R-3' Single-Family Residential
• Discussion of 2026 Community Development Budget and Capital Improvement Program (CIP)

Finance Committee

The Parkville Finance Committee will review and approve agreements for drainage repairs, road restoration, and pedestrian improvements. The body will also approve change orders for construction projects and present draft financial statements for fiscal year 2024.

• Approve agreement with Havens Construction for NW 59th Terrace Drainage Repair
• Approve agreement with Wiedenmann Inc. for Crooked Road Channel Restoration
• Approve Change Order No. 1 with McClure Engineering for Bell Road Pedestrian Improvements
• Approve Change Order No. 9 with E.L. Crawford Construction for Farmers Market Project
• Present draft audited financial statements for fiscal year 2024

The committee approved the minutes from the July 28 meeting and then recommended four contracts and two change orders, all of which passed with a 3‑0 vote. Agreements were approved for a $97,995 NW 59th Terrace drainage repair with Havens Construction, an $88,025 Crooked Road Channel restoration with Weidenmann Inc., a $9,640 Change Order 1 for the Bell Road Pedestrian Improvements, and Change Order 9 for the Farmers Market project. The committee also noted a delay in receiving the 2025 property‑tax levy information.

• Approved July 28, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved $97,995 agreement with Havens Construction for NW 59th Terrace Drainage Repair (3-0)
• Approved $88,025 agreement with Weidenmann Inc. for Crooked Road Channel Restoration (3-0)
• Approved Change Order 1 with McClure Engineering for Bell Road Pedestrian Improvements, $9,640 (3-0)
• Approved Change Order 9 with E.L. Crawford Construction for Farmers Market Project (3-0)
• Noted delayed 2025 property‑tax levy information; special meeting scheduled for Aug 26

Board of Aldermen

The Parkville Board of Aldermen will hold a work session to review the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at 5:15 PM in the City Hall Board Room.

• Review 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program (Administration)

The Board reviewed the proposed 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Program and discussed the housing density study, a new western park, and a keyless entry system upgrade. No motions, approvals, or votes on these items were recorded. The session minutes were formally approved.

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will discuss the annexation of approximately 36 acres and the rezoning of 39.4 acres for The Hills at The National. The meeting also includes proposals to restructure city administration roles and approve a professional services agreement for Route 9 improvements.

• Annexation of real estate between NW Crooked Road and N. National Drive (Bill No. 3335)
• Rezoning of 39.4 acres to R-2-P Planned Single-Family Residential for The Hills at The National (Bill No. 3329)
• Approval of final plat for The Hills at The National 1st Plat (Bill No. 3336)
• Professional services agreement with George Butler Associates, Inc. for Route 9 Corridor Complete Streets Improvements Project
• Ordinances to replace City Treasurer with Finance Director and repeal Assistant City Administrator position (Bill No. 3341 and 3342)

The Board approved Resolution No. 25‑024, authorizing a professional services agreement with George Butler Associates for the Route 9 Corridor Complete Streets Improvements Project (vote 4‑1). It also approved Ordinance No. 3341 and Ordinance No. 3342, which restructure city administration by replacing the City Treasurer with a Finance Director and updating employee classifications (both votes 5‑0). The annexation ordinance (Bill 3335) was rejected by a 0‑5 vote.

• Approved Resolution 25‑024 professional services agreement (4‑1)
• Approved Ordinance 3341 amending city code to replace Treasurer with Finance Director (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 3342 amending employee classification to change Treasurer to Finance Director (5‑0)
• Rejected Bill 3335 voluntary annexation ordinance (0‑5)
• Approved agenda amendment to consider items 4C‑4E after citizen input (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda and recommended motions (5‑0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider amending the 2025 salary schedule and approving the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program. The body will also review projected costs for engineering services related to Route 9 Complete Streets Improvements.

• Amendment to Ordinance No. 3237 to change Treasurer/Accountant position to Finance Director
• Approval of the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program
• Review of professional services agreement costs with George Butler Associates for Route 9 Complete Streets Improvements

Board of Aldermen

The Parkville Board of Aldermen will consider hiring new staff, amending the zoning map for a golf course, and upgrading city servers. The meeting begins with a citizen input session on parking and fireworks.

• Approve hiring Senior Planner and Academy Recruit positions
• Approve zoning map amendment for Creekside Irish Golf
• Approve upgrades to city physical server host
• Approve temporary reserved parking for persons with limited mobility
• Approve resolution to award bid for 2025 Sanitary Sewer Repairs

The Board adopted the amended Parks & Recreation Master Plan with a 7‑0 vote. It also approved the zoning map amendment and preliminary development plan for the Creekside Irish Golf project, both 7‑0. Additional actions included a server upgrade, paid family care leave revision, temporary non‑ADA parking spaces, a salary schedule amendment, and the consent agenda items, all with recorded vote totals.

• Adopt Parks & Recreation Master Plan (7-0)
• Approve zoning map amendment for three parcels for Creekside Irish Golf (Bill 3338) (7-0)
• Approve preliminary development plan for Creekside Irish Golf (Bill 3339) (7-0)
• Approve server upgrade proposal from Riverside Technologies (Resolution 25-022) (7-0)
• Approve revision to Personnel Manual for paid family care leave (Resolution 25-020) (7-0)
• Approve two temporary non-ADA reserved parking locations (Resolution 25-021) (6-1)
• Approve salary schedule amendment adding Senior Planner and Academy Recruit positions (Bill 3340) (7-0)
• Approve consent agenda items including minutes, crime statistics, liquor license, sewer repairs contract, and engineering services assignment (7-0)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen is meeting for an executive session to discuss attorney-client matters. The agenda consists of procedural motions to open, manage, and close the session.

• Discussion of attorney-client matters pursuant to RSMo 610.021(1)

Community Land and Recreation Board

The Community Land and Recreation Board will meet to decide on a fee waiver for a South Platte Fire Protection District fundraiser and the approval of a new special event. The board will also review the Parkville Parks & Recreation Master Plan.

• Request to waive event fees for South Platte Fire Protection District Volleyball Fundraiser
• Approval of new special event: 'Bourbon in the Park'
• Overview of the Parkville Parks & Recreation Master Plan

The Community Land and Recreation Board voted 7-1 to waive the $490 reservation fee for the South Platte Fire Protection District volleyball fundraiser on September 27, 2025. It also approved the Tier 2 special event permit for "Bourbon in the Park" on the same date with an 8-0 vote. The board approved the April 9, 2025 meeting minutes and recommended the Parks & Recreation Master Plan overview, each by an 8-0 vote.

• Waived $490 reservation fee for South Platte Fire Protection District fundraiser (7-1)
• Approved special event permit for "Bourbon in the Park" (8-0)
• Approved April 9, 2025 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Recommended approval of Parkville Parks and Recreation Master Plan overview (8-0)
• Adjourned regular meeting (8-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss financial updates and vote on specific action items. The body is considering a construction agreement for sewer repairs and an ordinance to add new staff positions.

• Amending Ordinance No. 3237 to add Senior Planner and Academy Recruit positions
• Construction agreement with Haven's Construction for the 2025 Sanitary Sewer Repairs project

The committee approved the minutes from the June 9, 2025 meeting. It recommended that the Board of Aldermen adopt an ordinance to add a senior planner and academy recruit positions to the 2025 salary schedule. It also recommended that the Board approve a resolution awarding the 2025 Concrete Curb and Sidewalk Repair Project to Haven's Construction, Inc. for $162,995.00 and authorizing the mayor to sign the agreement. All three motions passed unanimously (4‑0).

• Approved June 9, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Recommended Board approve ordinance adding Senior Planner and Academy Recruit positions (4-0)
• Recommended Board approve resolution awarding 2025 Concrete Curb and Sidewalk Repair Project to Haven's Construction, Inc. for $162,995.00 (4-0)

Board of Aldermen

The Parkville Board of Aldermen will consider approving a design for Route 9 Complete Streets Improvements, a zoning change for Creekside Irish Golf, and a concrete curb repair project. The meeting will also include the approval of meeting minutes and a construction change order.

• Approve Resolution No. 25-015 for Route 9 Complete Streets Improvements
• Approve zoning map amendment for Creekside Irish Golf (Case No. PZ2025-14)
• Approve preliminary development plan for Creekside Irish Golf (Case No. PZ 2025-15)
• Approve Resolution No. 25-016 awarding concrete curb repair bid to Inco USA, LLC
• Approve Change Order No. 7 for the Farmers Market Project with E.L. Crawford Construction

The Board of Aldermen approved several items, including a resolution awarding a $124,861.72 contract to Inco USA for concrete curb and sidewalk repairs. It also endorsed Design Concept B for the Route 9 Complete Streets project and adopted a code amendment prohibiting the Gypsum Board intermittent bracing method. Additional zoning and development ordinances for the Creekside Irish Golf project were approved on first reading, with second readings postponed.

• Approved consent agenda (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-015 endorsing Design Concept B for Route 9 Complete Streets (7-1)
• Approved Bill 3337 first reading to prohibit Gypsum Board intermittent bracing (8-0)
• Approved Bill 3337 second reading, becoming Ordinance 3265 (8-0)
• Approved Bill 3338 first reading for zoning map amendment for Creekside Irish Golf (8-0); second reading postponed to July 15
• Approved Bill 3339 first reading for preliminary development plan for Creekside Irish Golf (8-0); second reading postponed to July 15
• Approved Resolution 25-016 awarding $124,861.72 contract to Inco USA for curb and sidewalk repair (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-017 approving Change Order 7 for Farmers Market Project (8-0)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen is meeting for an executive session to discuss attorney-client matters. The agenda consists of procedural motions to open, recess, and close the session.

• Discussion of attorney-client matters pursuant to RSMo 610.021(1)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a work session to receive updates on two city projects. The meeting focuses on infrastructure and recreation planning.

• Update on Route 9 Corridor Complete Streets Improvements project
• Parks & Recreation Master Plan update

The Parkville Board of Aldermen held a work session on June 17, 2025, where staff presented updates on the Route 9 Corridor Complete Streets Improvements project and the Parks & Recreation Master Plan. No formal actions or votes were taken on those projects. The session minutes were approved on July 1, 2025.

• Work session minutes approved on July 1, 2025

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will discuss the annexation, rezoning, and final plat approval for The Hills at The National development. The body is also deciding on construction agreements for road maintenance and park bridge modifications.

• Bill No. 3335: Voluntary annexation of real estate between NW Crooked Road and N. National Drive
• Bill No. 3329: Rezoning of 39.4 acres to R-2-P Planned Single-Family Residential for The Hills at The National
• Bill No. 3336: Approval of the final plat for The Hills at The National 1st Plat
• Resolution No. 25-012: Agreement with McAnany Construction Inc. for 2025 Mill and Overlay Program
• Resolution No. 25-014: Bid award to Linaweaver Construction Inc. for Platte Landing Park bridge projects

The Board approved the consent agenda and two resolutions with unanimous 6‑0 votes. Resolution 25‑012 authorizes a $288,275 mill and overlay program with McAnany Construction. Resolution 25‑014 awards a $335,439 contract to Linaweaver Construction for the Platte Landing Park vehicular bridge conversion and new pedestrian bridge. Three action items concerning The Hills at the National were postponed to the August 5 meeting.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes) – motion passed 6-0
• Approved Resolution 25-012 for mill and overlay program – $288,275 – motion passed 6-0
• Approved Resolution 25-014 for bridge project – $335,439 – motion passed 6-0
• Postponed Bill No. 3335 (voluntary annexation) to August 5
• Postponed Bill No. 3329 (rezoning) to August 5
• Postponed Bill No. 3336 (final plat) to August 5
• Postponed three Hills at the National action items to August 5

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a zoning map amendment and preliminary development plan for Creekside Irish Golf. The body will also consider preliminary and final plats for the Hills at The National residential development.

• Public hearing: Zoning Map Amendment for Creekside Irish Golf on 15.98 acres (Case No. PZ2025-14)
• Public hearing: Preliminary Development Plan for Creekside Irish Golf on 15.98 acres (Case No. PZ2025-15)
• Preliminary Plat for Hills at The National: 52 single-family home lots and 12 open space tracts on 49.22 acres (Case No. PZ2025-11)
• Final Plat for Hills at The National: 52 single-family home lots and 12 open space tracts on 49.22 acres (Case No. PZ2025-12)
• Election of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary

Finance Committee

The Parkville Finance Committee will meet to approve the minutes from the April 28, 2025, regular meeting and receive an overview of Sewer Fund Corrective Actions. The session is scheduled for Monday, June 9, 2025, at 4:30 PM in the Administration Conference Room at City Hall.

• Approve minutes from April 28, 2025, regular meeting
• Receive Sewer Fund Corrective Actions Overview

The Finance Committee met on June 9, 2025 with a quorum. The committee approved the minutes from the April 28, 2025 regular meeting. The motion passed unanimously with a 3-0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved April 28, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a work session to discuss vehicle and parking access for English Landing Park.

• English Landing Park Vehicle/Parking Access

The Board agreed that staff will prepare and present the vehicle‑access options discussed for English Landing Park. The Board directed the Community Land and Recreation Board to reconsider closing the park to vehicular traffic based on those options. No vote tally was recorded.

• Staff to present vehicle‑access options; Community Land and Recreation Board to reconsider park closure

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing and consider a rezoning request for The Hills at The National. The meeting includes votes on several infrastructure grant agreements and a city limit extension. The Board will also discuss park shelter reservation ordinances.

• Public hearing and first reading of Bill No. 3329 to rezone 39.4 acres for The Hills at The National to R-2 Single-Family Residential
• Bill No. 3330 to annex 3.98 acres at 9690 NW Highway 45
• Bill No. 3331 regarding federal funding for the Downtown Parkville Wayside Horns project
• Resolution No. 25-013 for a change order with E.L. Crawford Construction, Inc. for an ADA parking space at the Farmers Market project
• Grant funding agreements for Crooked Road Rock Channel Restoration and NW 59th Terrace Drainage Repairs

The Board adopted a consent agenda and approved several ordinances, including a 3.96‑acre annexation in Platte County that passed both readings unanimously and became Ordinance No. 3260. A public hearing led to a 7‑1 vote directing staff to prepare an annexation ordinance for The Hills at The National. Additional approvals covered grant agreements for downtown wayside horns, Crooked Road rock‑channel restoration, NW 59th Terrace drainage repairs, a change order for an ADA parking space at the Farmers Market, and an amendment to park‑shelter reservation rules.

• Approved consent agenda minutes (8‑0)
• Directed staff to prepare annexation ordinance for The Hills at The National (7‑1, Bennett opposed)
• Approved Bill No. 3330 annexing 3.96 acres in Platte County; passed first and second readings (8‑0) and became Ordinance No. 3260
• Approved Bill No. 3331 grant for Downtown Parkville Wayside Horns project; passed first and second readings (8‑0) and became Ordinance No. 3261
• Approved Resolution No. 25‑013 change order for Farmers Market ADA parking space (8‑0)
• Approved Bill No. 3332 grant for Crooked Road Rock Channel Restoration; passed first and second readings (8‑0) and became Ordinance No. 3262
• Approved Bill No. 3333 grant for NW 59th Terrace Drainage Repairs; passed first and second readings (8‑0) and became Ordinance No. 3263
• Approved Bill No. 3334 amendment to park‑shelter reservation code; passed first and second readings (8‑0) and became Ordinance No. 3264

Board of Aldermen

The Parkville Board of Aldermen will vote on continuing a property tax levy and creating rules for short-term rentals during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The meeting also includes the approval of a regional hazard mitigation plan and the appointment of citizens to various city boards.

• Vote on continuing property tax levy of $0.1665
• Ordinance to regulate short-term rentals for 2026 FIFA World Cup
• Approval of Regional Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Public hearing on annexation at 9690 NW Highway 45
• Appointments to Planning and Zoning Commission and Community Land and Recreation Board

The Board of Aldermen adopted a temporary short‑term rental ordinance for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, passing both the first and second readings unanimously. It also approved a second‑reading ordinance to place a property‑tax levy question on the August 5, 2025 ballot, again with an 8‑0 vote. The consent agenda, after removing one item, was approved unanimously, and Robert Unger was appointed to the Community Land and Recreation Board. The Board entered an executive session by a 7‑1 vote.

• Approved first reading of Bill No. 3328 (short‑term rental ordinance for 2026 FIFA World Cup) – Motion passed 8‑0
• Approved second reading of Bill No. 3328, becoming Ordinance No. 3259 – Motion passed 8‑0
• Approved second reading of Amended Bill No. 3326 (property‑tax levy ballot question) – Motion passed 8‑0
• Removed item 3K from consent agenda and approved the consent agenda – Motion passed 8‑0
• Appointed Robert Unger to the Community Land and Recreation Board through May 2028 – Motion passed 8‑0
• Entered executive session to discuss attorney‑client matters – Motion passed 7‑1

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a work session to review the curb and sidewalk capital project process. The body will also discuss the first annual update to the Parkville Transition Plan regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act.

• Curb and Sidewalk Capital Project Process
• Parkville Transition Plan (Title II of Americans with Disabilities Act) annual update

The Board of Aldermen approved the minutes of the May 20, 2025 work session on June 3, 2025. The meeting featured updates on the curb and sidewalk replacement program and the Parkville Transition Plan for ADA compliance, but no formal actions or votes on those items were recorded.

• Approved May 20, 2025 work session minutes

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a zoning map amendment for a residential development and a text amendment to allow short-term rentals during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The body will also approve previous meeting minutes.

• Zoning map amendment for The Hills at The National (Case No. PZ2023-17B)
• Text amendment for short-term rentals during 2026 FIFA World Cup (Case No. PZ2025-09)
• Approval of February 11, 2025, regular meeting minutes
• Public hearing for zoning map amendment
• Public hearing for text amendment

Board of Aldermen

The Parkville Board of Aldermen will dissolve a special allocation fund for a redevelopment area and vote on whether to continue a property tax levy of $0.1665 for another 20 years. The meeting also includes approving liquor licenses, a farmers market agreement, and a change order for a streetscaping project.

• Dissolve Special Allocation Fund for Parkville Commons redevelopment area
• Vote on continuing $0.1665 property tax levy for 20 years
• Approve 100 Main Street redevelopment project
• Approve change order for Parkville Farmers Market streetscaping
• Approve liquor licenses for Alphapointe and American Legion

The Board of Aldermen adopted the consent agenda unanimously. It appointed Alderman Douglas Wylie as Acting President through April 2026, dissolved the Special Allocation Fund for the Parkville Commons Tax Increment Financing district, and moved forward with a property‑tax levy continuation that will sunset in 20 years and remove the word “services” from the ballot. The Board also approved the 100 Main Street redevelopment project and its tax‑abatement incentive.

• Approved consent agenda (including minutes, resolutions, licenses) – motion passed 8-0
• Appointed Alderman Douglas Wylie as Acting President through April 2026 – motion passed 8-0
• Dissolved the Special Allocation Fund for the Parkville Commons TIP District (Bill No. 3325) – first and second readings passed 8-0
• Approved first reading of Bill No. 3326 to continue property‑tax levy, sunset in 20 years, remove “services” from ballot – motion passed 8-0
• Approved second reading of Bill No. 3326 postponed to May 20, 2025 – motion passed 8-0
• Approved first reading of Bill No. 3327 authorizing 100 Main Street redevelopment and 90% tax abatement – motion passed 8-0
• Approved second reading of Bill No. 3327, making it Ordinance No. 3257 – motion passed 8-0

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a work session to review the draft of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan. No other items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Review of Parks and Recreation Master Plan Draft

The Board of Aldermen approved the meeting minutes from May 6, 2025. Aldermen and staff reviewed the draft Parks and Recreation Master Plan, discussing trailheads, event classifications, trail paving, river features, and budget estimates. No formal actions or votes were taken on the plan itself.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider approvals for mechanical engineering services and a farming land use agreement. The body will also receive updates on sewer fund projects and the T3C tourism collaboration project.

• Professional services agreement with Gibbens, Drake & Scott, Inc. for mechanical engineering
• Farming land use agreement with Wright Livestock Inc. near the Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Sewer Fund Projects discussion
• Legacy Project: T3C--Tourism collaboration, communication and coordination

The Finance Committee approved the minutes from the April 7, 2025 meeting (4‑0). It recommended that the Board of Aldermen approve on‑call mechanical engineering services with Gibbens, Drake & Scott, Inc. (4‑0) and approved a farming land‑use agreement with Wright Livestock Inc. for $3,000 annually (4‑0). The committee also reached consensus to participate in the T3C tourism platform and to move forward with an ordinance for a temporary property‑tax levy extension that would raise about $7.5 million.

• Approved April 7, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0)
• Recommended Board approve on‑call services with Gibbens, Drake & Scott, Inc. (4‑0)
• Approved farming land‑use agreement with Wright Livestock Inc., $3,000 per year (4‑0)
• Consensus to participate in T3C tourism collaboration
• Consensus to advance a property‑tax levy extension ordinance to the Board (May 6)
• Discussed Sewer Fund issues and consultant selection (no action taken)

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a variance application. The request seeks to modify height and bulk standards for an accessory structure.

• Public hearing for Case No. BZA 2025-01: detached garage variance at 106 W 3rd St

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a work session to discuss procedures related to traffic-related calming and safety.

• Traffic-Related Calming and Safety Procedure

Board of Aldermen

The Parkville Board of Aldermen will vote on the first and second readings of ordinances to amend the 2024 Operating Budget, update chicken-keeping regulations, and canvass the April 8, 2025, municipal election results. The meeting will also include a public hearing on a voluntary annexation petition.

• Approve 2024 Operating Budget amendment (Bill No. 3322)
• Update chicken-keeping regulations (Bill No. 3324)
• Canvass April 8, 2025, municipal election results (Bill No. 3321)
• Public hearing on annexation at 9690 NW Highway 45
• Approve liquor licenses for Parkville Area Chamber and American Legion

Community Land and Recreation Board

The Community Land and Recreation Board will meet to elect board officers and review the first quarter budget. The board will consider recommending an ordinance to make Watkins Park a reservable shelter house and evaluate a request for the Kansas City Out of the Darkness Walk.

• Recommendation for ordinance amending Section 140.350 to add Watkins Park as a reservable Shelter House
• Approval of Kansas City Out of the Darkness Walk special event
• 2025 Election of Board Officers
• 1st Quarter Budget Presentation

The board approved the minutes from the Jan 8, 2025 meeting. Members elected Steven Sturgess as chair, Adam Zink as vice‑chair, and Michelle Flamm as secretary. They adopted an ordinance amendment (Ordinance No. 2939) adding the Watkins Park shelter house to the reservable park facilities list. They also approved a special‑event permit for the Greater Kansas City Out of the Darkness Walk. All motions passed unanimously (7‑0).

• Approved Jan 8, 2025 meeting minutes (7‑0)
• Elected Steven Sturgess as Board Chair (7‑0)
• Elected Adam Zink as Vice Chair (7‑0)
• Elected Michelle Flamm as Secretary (7‑0)
• Approved ordinance amending Ordinance No. 2939 to add Watkins Park Shelter House as reservable (7‑0)
• Approved special‑event permit for Kansas City Out of the Darkness Walk (7‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (7‑0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review financial updates and approve previous meeting minutes. The body will also discuss upcoming items regarding animal regulations, a property annexation, and handheld device laws for drivers.

• Voluntary annexation petition of 9690 NW Hwy 45
• Text amendment regarding Small Animals and Fowl
• Code Amendment prohibiting handheld electronic communication devices while driving

The Finance Committee approved the minutes from the March 24, 2025 meeting with a 3-0 vote. The committee discussed upcoming items on small‑animal ordinance, a voluntary annexation petition, and a handheld‑device driving ordinance, but no actions were taken on those items. Additional financial updates and ARPA fund information were noted for the upcoming Board of Aldermen meeting.

• Approved March 24, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a work session to discuss an overview of the Diversity and Inclusion Strategic Plan. No other items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Diversity and Inclusion Strategic Plan Overview

The Board of Aldermen approved the minutes from the April 1 work session. No other actions, approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded.

• Approved meeting minutes (no vote tally recorded)

Board of Aldermen

The Parkville Board of Aldermen will meet to approve routine consent agenda items, including meeting room audio upgrades and stormwater grant applications. The board will also consider a contract for a traffic study of the Crooked Road Corridor.

• Resolution 25-003: Audio/Visual equipment replacement for Board meeting room
• Resolution 25-004: Third amendment to Employment Agreement with Alexa Barton
• Resolution 25-005: Contract with OWN, Inc., for Crooked Road Corridor traffic study
• Stormwater grants for 59th Street and Crooked Road Rock Channel restoration
• Approval of March 18, 2025, regular and work session minutes

The Board of Aldermen approved the consent agenda, which included resolutions authorizing audio‑visual equipment upgrades and an amendment to the city administrator’s employment agreement. It also approved Resolution 25‑005, a contract with OWN, Inc. for a Crooked Road traffic study, with a 6‑0 vote. An executive session was entered by a 6‑0 vote, and the April 1 minutes were later approved on April 15.

• Approved consent agenda (including Resolutions 25‑003 and 25‑004) – motion passed 6‑0
• Approved Resolution 25‑005, contract with OWN, Inc. for Crooked Road traffic study – motion passed 6‑0
• Entered executive session to discuss attorney‑client and real‑estate matters – motion passed 6‑0
• Approved the April 1 meeting minutes on April 15 – motion passed unanimously

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss financial updates and vote on specific city agreements. The body is deciding on equipment upgrades for the Board Room and grant applications for stormwater projects.

• Agreement with Harvest Productions for Board Room audio, visual and production equipment
• Platte County Stormwater grant application for 59th Street Stormwater Improvements
• Platte County Stormwater grant application for Crooked Road Rock Channel Restoration

The committee approved the February 24, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It recommended that the Board of Aldermen approve a contract with Harvest Productions to upgrade the Board Room and courtroom audio‑visual equipment. It also recommended that the Board of Aldermen approve a resolution endorsing applications for Platte County storm‑water management grants for the 59th Street improvements and the Crooked Road rock channel restoration. All three motions passed with a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved February 24, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended Board of Aldermen approve Harvest Productions audio‑visual upgrade agreement (3-0)
• Recommended Board of Aldermen approve resolution endorsing Platte County stormwater grant applications (3-0)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a work session to discuss the Route 9 Corridor Complete Streets Improvements project. The discussion focuses on specific segments of Route 9 and its intersections.

• Route 9 Corridor Complete Streets Improvements from 4th Street to Park College/Univ. Entrance Drive
• Route 9 Corridor Complete Streets Improvements from S. Crooked Road and Route FF to the Route 9 intersection

The Board of Aldermen held a work session with no formal votes or decisions. They received an update on the Route 9 Corridor Complete Streets Improvements project, including summaries of two public meetings and discussion of traffic and parking concerns. The next steps are to collect public comments and hold a third public meeting in late June.

• No formal actions taken; work session only

Board of Aldermen

The Parkville Board of Aldermen will meet to approve a temporary Sunday sales liquor license for a new business and appoint an alderman to a city commission. The meeting includes a work session at 5:15 p.m. and a regular session at 6:00 p.m.

• Approve temporary Sunday sales liquor license for Quetzal Mexican Cuisine and Bar at 6264 Lewis Street, Suite 104
• Appoint Alderman Wassmer as liaison to the Diversity and Inclusion Commission
• Approve minutes for the March 4, 2025, regular meeting
• Receive and file crime statistics for January 1 through January 31, 2025
• Upcoming meetings scheduled for April 1, April 15, May 6, and May 20, 2025

The Parkville Board of Aldermen approved the consent agenda 7-0, which included approving prior meeting minutes, receiving crime statistics, appointing Alderman Wassmer as liaison to the Diversity and Inclusion Commission, and granting a temporary resort with Sunday sales liquor license to Quetzal Mexican Cuisine and Bar. The board also voted 7-0 to enter executive session to discuss personnel matters, but no action was taken in that session. No substantive decisions were made beyond these items.

• Approved consent agenda 7-0, including minutes, crime stats, liaison appointment, and liquor license
• Approved temporary resort with Sunday sales liquor license for Quetzal Mexican Cuisine and Bar
• Appointed Alderman Wassmer as liaison to Diversity and Inclusion Commission
• Entered executive session 7-0 for personnel matters; no action taken

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen is meeting for an executive session. The session is limited to attorney-client and personnel matters.

• Attorney-client matters pursuant to RSMo 610.021(1)
• Personnel matters pursuant to RSMo 610.021(13)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will decide on a lease agreement for the train depot building and updates to municipal code regarding chickens. The body will also review the Diversity and Inclusion Commission's strategic plan and a 2024 semi-annual financial report.

• Resolution No. 25-002: Lease agreement with White Farmhouse Flowers, LLC for the train depot building
• Bill No. 3320: Ordinance to amend Municipal Code Section 210.080 regarding the keeping of chickens
• Approval of the Diversity and Inclusion Commission strategic plan
• Approval of the semi-annual financial report for the second half of 2024
• Proclamations for National Vietnam War Veterans Day and SevenDays Week in Parkville

The Board of Aldermen voted 5-2 to prohibit keeping chickens and having chicken coops in residential-zoned areas, except for coops existing as of July 1, 2025, which must obtain a permit. The board also approved a lease agreement with White Farmhouse Flowers, LLC for the train depot building, and approved the consent agenda, including minutes and financial reports.

• Approved Resolution No. 25-002 authorizing lease with White Farmhouse Flowers, LLC for train depot (8-0)
• Approved motion to prohibit new chicken coops in residential areas, with existing coops grandfathered and requiring permits (5-2)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, Diversity and Inclusion Commission strategic plan, and semi-annual financial report (8-0)
• Postponed discussion of Diversity and Inclusion Commission strategic plan to joint work session on March 18
• Entered executive session for attorney-client matters; no action taken

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to receive financial updates and approve the minutes from the January 13, 2025, meeting. The committee is tasked with approving the semi-annual financial report for the second half of 2024 and directing City Administration to publish it.

• Approval of semi-annual financial report for the second half of 2024
• Approval of January 13, 2025, meeting minutes

The Finance Committee voted 4-0 to recommend that the Board of Aldermen approve the unaudited semi-annual financial report for the second half of 2024 and direct City Administration to publish it. The committee also approved the minutes from the January 13, 2025, meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes for January 13, 2025, meeting (4-0)
• Recommended Board of Aldermen approve semi-annual financial report for second half of 2024 and direct publication (4-0)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a work session to discuss a lease proposal for the Train Depot. The presentation will be given by Denise (Bill) Glanzer of White Farmhouse Flowers.

• Train Depot lease proposal presentation by White Farmhouse Flowers

The Board of Aldermen held a work session on February 18, 2025, to discuss a proposed lease agreement with White Farmhouse Flowers for the train depot. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational only. The minutes were approved at the March 4, 2025 meeting.

• Approved work session minutes for February 18, 2025 (as part of March 4, 2025 meeting)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a work session to discuss the results of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan survey.

• Parks and Recreation Master Plan Survey Results

The Board of Aldermen held a work session on February 18, 2025, receiving a presentation on the Parks and Recreation Master Plan survey results from ETC Institute and SWT Design. No formal decisions were made; the board discussed next steps including a community meeting on March 12, outreach at the Microbrew Fest on April 26, and a joint work session in early May. The minutes were later approved in March 2025.

• No formal decisions made during work session
• Minutes of February 18, 2025 work session approved in March 2025

Board of Aldermen

The Parkville Board of Aldermen will meet to approve a lease for the train depot building, consider an ordinance to amend zoning standards, and receive staff updates. The meeting includes a proclamation for Engineer's Week and a closed session for legal and personnel matters.

• Approve lease agreement for train depot building with White Farmhouse Flowers, LLC
• Consider ordinance to amend zoning code for administrative exceptions to 'R-4' standards
• Receive and file crime statistics for January through December 2024
• Proclaim February 16-22, 2025, as Engineer's Week
• Enter closed session for legal actions, real estate, and personnel matters

The Board of Aldermen approved an ordinance allowing administrative exceptions to R-4 mixed-use residential design and performance standards, passed 8-0 on both first and second readings. The board also approved the consent agenda, including minutes and crime statistics, and postponed a lease agreement for the train depot to the March 4 meeting. Staff presented information on proposed chicken regulations but no action was taken.

• Approved Bill No. 3318 on first reading (8-0)
• Approved Bill No. 3318 on second reading, becoming Ordinance No. 3250 (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and crime statistics (8-0)
• Postponed Resolution No. 25-002 (train depot lease) to March 4

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will convene to approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. The primary item is a public hearing on a text amendment to the Parkville Municipal Code that would allow administrative exceptions to design and performance standards for Mixed-Density Residential - R-4 zoning.

• Public Hearing: Text Amendment to allow administrative exceptions to R-4 design standards (Case No. PZ25-03)
• Approval of February 11, 2025 regular meeting agenda
• Approval of January 14, 2025 regular meeting minutes

Diversity and Inclusion

The Diversity and Inclusion Commission will meet to discuss its strategic plan and meeting frequency. The body will also review a staff update regarding a Parks Master Plan survey question.

• Review of the commission's strategic plan
• Staff update on Parks Master Plan survey question
• Approval of September 26, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of accomplishments including downtown sign disposition to Park University Archive

Board of Aldermen

The Parkville Board of Aldermen will convene for a regular meeting that includes a closed executive session to discuss attorney-client matters under Missouri law.

• Executive session for attorney-client matters
• Motion to enter executive session
• Motion to recess or close executive session
• Motion to reconvene executive session
• Motion to adjourn regular meeting

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will consider a rezoning request for land at N Highway and NW Jones-Myer Road. The body will also review a liquor license for the Parkville Microbrew Fest and the destruction of outdated paper records.

• Bill No. 3317: Rezone 38.49 acres at northwest corner of N Highway and NW Jones-Myer Road from Commercial Highway to R-3 Single-Family Residential
• Retail liquor by the drink picnic license for Main Street Parkville Association (Parkville Microbrew Fest on April 26, 2025)
• Resolution No. 25-001: Destroy paper records past their required retention schedule
• Public Works snow event debrief

The Board of Aldermen approved the consent agenda and a rezoning ordinance for a 38.49-acre parcel at the northwest corner of N Highway and NW Jones-Myer Road, changing it from Platte County 'CH' Commercial Highway to Parkville City 'R-3' Single-Family Residential. The ordinance passed 5-0 on both first and second readings, becoming Ordinance No. 3249. The board also entered executive session to discuss attorney-client matters. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, records destruction resolution, and picnic license (5-0)
• Approved Bill No. 3317 rezoning 38.49 acres to R-3 on first reading (5-0)
• Approved Bill No. 3317 on second reading, becoming Ordinance No. 3249 (5-0)
• Entered executive session for attorney-client matters (5-0)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will discuss a traffic study agreement for a specific section of Crooked Road. The meeting also includes routine approvals for meeting minutes and a temporary liquor license.

• Bill No. 3316: Traffic Engineering Assistance Program agreement for a study on Crooked Road from River Road to South National Drive
• Retail liquor by the drink picnic license for Association for Women Lawyers Foundation (May 3, 2025 event)
• Review of crime statistics for January through November 2024
• Staff updates on city regulations for small animals and fowl

The Board of Aldermen approved a traffic study agreement with the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission for Crooked Road, funded by a $12,000 grant with a 20% city match. The board also approved the consent agenda, including minutes and a liquor license. No other substantive decisions were made; staff provided updates on various projects.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and liquor license (6-0)
• Approved Bill No. 3316 on first reading for Crooked Road traffic study (6-0)
• Approved Bill No. 3316 on second reading, becoming Ordinance No. 3248 (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning map amendment. The commission is considering a request to change the zoning of a property from Commercial Highway to Single-Family Residential.

• Public hearing for Case No. PZ24-33: Zoning change from Platte County 'CH' Commercial Highway to Parkville City 'R-3' Single-Family Residential at the northwest corner of N Highway and NW Jones-Myer Rd

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to review financial updates and approve the minutes from the December 9, 2024, meeting. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.

• Approval of December 9, 2024, meeting minutes

The Parkville Finance Committee met on January 13, 2025, and approved the minutes from the December 9, 2024, meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included only a financial update and a discussion about the train depot.

• Approved December 9, 2024, meeting minutes (4-0)

Community Land and Recreation Board

The board will meet to receive staff updates on parks maintenance, the nature sanctuary, and special events. The agenda includes a review of current parks project updates.

• Staff updates on Parks Maintenance
• Staff updates on Nature Sanctuary
• Parks Project Updates
• Special Events updates

The Community Land and Recreation Board held a regular meeting with no substantive decisions beyond approving the minutes from the November 13, 2024 meeting. Staff updates were presented on parks maintenance, the nature sanctuary, and various projects, but no formal actions were taken on these items.

• Approved November 13, 2024 regular meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of Aldermen

The Parkville Board of Aldermen will meet to approve ordinances for landscape design standards and accept street and storm sewer improvements. The meeting includes proclamations and consent agenda items.

• Approve ordinance to amend landscape design standards (Bill No. 3314)
• Approve ordinance to accept street and storm sewer improvements (Bill No. 3315)
• Proclaim January 2025 as National Human Trafficking Prevention Month
• Approve minutes from December 17, 2024, meetings
• City offices closed January 20 for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

The Board of Aldermen approved a comprehensive update to the city's landscape design standards on second reading, passing 6-1 with one abstention. They also approved the acceptance of public improvements for the Platte 38 subdivision (now The Cliffs of Parkville) on both first and second readings, passing 8-0. The meeting included proclamations, a consent agenda, and a staff update on snow response.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes from Dec 17, 2024 meetings (8-0)
• Approved Amended Bill No. 3314, landscape design standards update, on second reading (6-1, Alderman Lee no, Alderman Maxon abstain)
• Approved Bill No. 3315, accepting street and storm sewer improvements for Platte 38/The Cliffs of Parkville, on first reading (8-0)
• Approved Bill No. 3315 on second reading, becoming Ordinance No. 3247 (8-0)
• Entered executive session to discuss personnel matters (8-0)