Raytown, MO

Board of Aldermen

Planning & Zoning Commission

Board of Aldermen

Planning & Zoning Commission

Board of Aldermen

Board of Aldermen

Board of Aldermen

Board of Aldermen

Planning & Zoning Commission

Board of Aldermen

Board of Aldermen

Planning & Zoning Commission

Board of Aldermen

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission

Board of Aldermen

The Raytown Board of Aldermen is sitting as a Board of Impeachment for a public hearing on the impeachment of Alderman Latrice Thomas. The agenda includes opening statements, witness testimony, closing arguments, and a board vote. A closed session may follow for legal matters.

• Impeachment hearing for Alderman Latrice Thomas
• Public hearing with witnesses and exhibits
• Board vote on articles of impeachment
• Possible closed session under 610.021(1) for legal matters

Committee of the Whole

The Raytown Board of Aldermen Committee of the Whole will hear departmental budget presentations for fiscal year 2026-2027. The proposed all-funds budget shows a $1.17 million deficit, with the General Fund facing a $1.14 million shortfall. The meeting may continue after the regular Board of Aldermen meeting if presentations are not completed by 7:00 p.m.

• FY27 all-funds budget: $41.1M revenue vs $42.3M expenses, $1.17M deficit
• General Fund deficit of $1.14M, driven by Police (+$453.8K) and Animal Services (+$194.2K)
• Revenue declines: Reimbursements/Interest/Misc (-$1.18M), Grants (-$809.8K), Transfer In (-$690.2K)
• Department presentations: Court, Animal Services, Community Development, Finance, Public Works, Parks, Police
• Approval of August 11, 2026 Committee of the Whole minutes

Board of Aldermen

The Raytown Board of Aldermen will consider setting the 2026 property tax levy for the general operating and park funds, approve a budget amendment for bond interest, and authorize a $47,450 professional services agreement with The Network Doctor. The board will also hold a second reading on a conditional use permit for a residential care facility at 11200 E 63rd St, and handle routine appointments to city boards.

• First reading of ordinance establishing 2026 property tax levy for general operating and park funds (public hearing Sept 1)
• Resolution to amend FY 2025-2026 budget related to bond interest
• Resolution authorizing professional services agreement with The Network Doctor, not to exceed $47,450
• Second reading of conditional use permit for residential care facility at 11200 E 63rd St in R-1 district
• Consent agenda includes appointments to Park Board, Planning & Zoning Commission, and Board of Zoning Adjustment

General

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing and vote on a variance application to build a single-family home with a reduced front yard setback (29 ft instead of 30 ft) and rear yard setback (15.1 ft instead of 30 ft) at 6619 Harris Ave. The board will also approve minutes from two prior meetings.

• Variance request (BZA-2026-02) to reduce front setback from 30 ft to 29 ft and rear setback from 30 ft to 15.1 ft at 6619 Harris Ave for a single-unit home
• Staff recommends approval with conditions, citing safety concerns with using existing driveway on Harris Ave rather than new access onto E. 67th St
• Approval of minutes from April 30, 2026 meeting (previously approved a 5-ft front setback variance for Lot 7 in Crownover Acres subdivision)
• Approval of minutes from July 9, 2026 meeting (adjourned due to lack of quorum)

Committee of the Whole

The Raytown Board of Aldermen Committee of the Whole will meet to approve minutes from a prior meeting and receive a presentation from Lauber Municipal Law. The agenda contains no other substantive items for decision or discussion.

• Approval of August 19, 2025 Committee of the Whole meeting minutes
• Lauber Municipal Law presentation

The Raytown Board of Aldermen Committee of the Whole met on August 11, 2026, and approved the minutes from the August 19, 2025 meeting by a vote of 6-0-4. The committee also heard a presentation from Joe Lauber of Lauber Municipal Law. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved August 19, 2025 Committee of the Whole minutes (6-0-4)
• Heard presentation from Lauber Municipal Law

Board of Aldermen

The Raytown Board of Aldermen will hold a second reading and vote on a conditional use permit for a Dobbs Tire vehicle repair facility at 10000 E 350 Highway, after the Planning Commission reversed its earlier denial and recommended approval. The board will also consider a first reading for a residential care facility at 11200 E 63rd Street, an ordinance on feral and community cats, and a contract for an asset management system. Consent agenda items include approval of minutes from July 7 and July 21 meetings.

• Second reading of Bill 6713-26: conditional use permit for Dobbs Tire vehicle repair facility at 10000 E 350 Highway
• First reading of Bill 6717-26: conditional use permit for residential care facility at 11200 E 63rd Street
• Second reading of Bill 6716-26: ordinance amending animal restraint regulations and adding feral/community cat section
• Resolution R-3827-26: Tyler Technologies asset management system agreement not to exceed $44,200
• Public hearing for conditional use permit at 11200 E. 63rd Street

The Board of Aldermen approved an ordinance amending animal control regulations and adding a section on feral and community cats (Ordinance 5807-26) by an 8-0-2 vote. A conditional use permit for a vehicle repair facility at 10000 E 350 Highway (Bill 6713-26) was denied by a 5-3-2 vote. The board also approved a $44,200 agreement with Tyler Technologies for an asset management system (Resolution R-3827-26) by an 8-0-2 vote. A first reading for a residential care facility at 11200 E 63rd Street was held, but no vote was taken.

• Approved animal restraint ordinance and feral/community cat section (8-0-2)
• Denied conditional use permit for Dobbs Tire vehicle repair at 10000 E 350 Hwy (5-3-2)
• Approved Tyler Technologies asset management system agreement up to $44,200 (8-0-2)
• Approved consent agenda including July 7 and July 21 meeting minutes (8-0-2)
• Held public hearing and first reading for residential care facility at 11200 E 63rd St (no vote)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Raytown Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional-use permit for a car wash at 5245 Woodson Ave. Staff recommends approval with conditions. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Conditional Use Permit PZ-2026-10 for car wash at 5245 Woodson Ave (staff recommends approval with conditions)
• Case PZ-2026-01 for vehicle sales and rental placed on hold

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted 6-1 to recommend approval with conditions for a Conditional Use Permit for a Residential Care Facility at 11200 E 63rd Street. Conditions include a solid/opaque fence at least 5 feet tall and no more than two residents per bedroom. A second case for a vehicle sales and rental permit was placed on hold. The commission also delayed officer elections to the next meeting.

• Conditional Use Permit recommended for approval (6-1) for Spiral Residential Home & Respite Care at 11200 E 63rd St
• Condition added: opaque/solid fence at least 5 feet tall, maximum 2 residents per bedroom (10 total)
• Applicant Monica Johnson reported state licensing in progress and future addition for more bedrooms
• Public testimony raised concerns about proximity to residences and traffic
• Case PZ-2026-01 for vehicle sales/rental (Fred Ross) placed on hold

Board of Aldermen

The Board will vote on a second reading of an ethics disclosure ordinance, and a first reading of an ordinance regulating feral and community cats. They will also decide on a $336,301.53 contract for mill and overlay of Woodson Road, declare city property surplus for auction, and authorize four grant applications for transportation projects. Additionally, a discussion item on a code of ethics violation involving the mayor is scheduled.

• Second reading of ordinance establishing conflict-of-interest disclosure procedures for city officials
• First reading of ordinance amending animal code to allow Trap-Neuter-Release programs for feral cats
• Resolution to declare city-owned property surplus and sell by auction
• Contract with Rose Paving LLC for Woodson Road mill and overlay not to exceed $336,301.53
• Resolutions supporting grant applications for 63rd Street Bikeway, 55th Street Multiuse Path, Blue Ridge Boulevard Historic Trail, and Gregory Boulevard accessibility projects

The Raytown Board of Aldermen adopted Ordinance 5806-26, establishing a procedure for municipal officials to disclose potential conflicts of interest and substantial interests, by an 8-0-2 vote. The board also approved several resolutions, including a $336,301.53 contract with Rose Paving LLC for mill and overlay work on Woodson Road (7-0-2-1), and resolutions supporting grant applications for multiple transportation projects. A first reading was held for an ordinance amending animal control regulations, including new provisions for feral and community cats, but no vote was taken on it.

• Adopted Ordinance 5806-26 establishing conflict-of-interest disclosure procedures (8-0-2)
• Approved R-3821-26 declaring city property surplus and authorizing auction (8-0-2)
• Approved R-3822-26 authorizing $336,301.53 contract with Rose Paving LLC for Woodson Road mill and overlay (7-0-2-1)
• Approved R-3823-26 supporting 63rd Street Bikeway Connectivity Project grant application (6-2-2)
• Approved R-3824-26 supporting 55th Street Multiuse Pathway Project grant application (8-0-2)
• Approved R-3825-26 supporting Blue Ridge Boulevard Historic Trail Retracement Project grant application (7-1-2)
• Approved R-3826-26 supporting Gregory Boulevard Transportation Accessibility Improvements Project grant application (7-1-2)
• Held first reading of Bill 6716-26 amending animal control regulations; no vote taken

General

The Raytown Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing and vote on a variance application to allow a single-family home at 6619 Harris Ave. with a reduced front yard setback (from 30 ft to 29 ft) and a reduced rear yard setback (from 30 ft to 15.1 ft). Staff recommends approval with conditions, citing safety concerns related to driveway access on E. 67th Street.

• Variance request BZA-2026-02 for 6619 Harris Ave. to reduce front setback by 1 foot and rear setback by 14.9 feet
• Applicant: Richard Allen – Allen Family Construction
• Staff recommends approval with conditions, including paving the existing gravel driveway
• Previous home on lot did not meet current setback requirements; new home would use existing Harris Ave. driveway for safety reasons
• Meeting also includes approval of April 30, 2026 minutes and scheduling next meeting for August 13, 2026

General

The Board of Aldermen will hold second readings on three ordinances: amending zoning definitions and uses, approving a conditional use permit for a vehicle repair facility at 10000 E 350 Highway, and allowing marijuana dispensary drive-thru windows to operate 24 hours. A first reading will introduce a procedure for municipal officials to disclose conflicts of interest. The consent agenda includes appointments to the Council on Aging.

• Second reading: zoning text amendment adding definitions, accessory uses, temporary uses, and land use table changes (Bill 6712-26)
• Second reading: conditional use permit for Dobbs Tire vehicle repair at 10000 E 350 Highway (Bill 6713-26)
• Second reading: ordinance to allow marijuana dispensary drive-thru windows 24/7 (Bill 6714-26)
• First reading: conflict-of-interest disclosure procedure for municipal officials (Bill 6715-26)
• Consent agenda: approval of June 16 meeting minutes and nine appointments to Council on Aging

The Raytown Board of Aldermen approved two ordinances: a zoning code update (Ordinance 5804-26) and a measure allowing marijuana dispensary drive-thru windows to operate 24 hours a day (Ordinance 5805-26). A conditional use permit for Dobbs Tire was sent back to the Planning & Zoning Commission for an emergency meeting. A motion to fast-track a conflict-of-interest disclosure ordinance failed.

• Approved zoning code amendments (Bill 6712-26) as Ordinance 5804-26 (9-0-1)
• Approved 24-hour marijuana dispensary drive-thru windows (Bill 6714-26) as Ordinance 5805-26 (7-2-1)
• Returned Dobbs Tire conditional use permit (Bill 6713-26) to Planning & Zoning Commission for emergency review (7-0-1-2)
• Failed to waive rules for immediate second reading of conflict-of-interest ordinance (Bill 6715-26) (5-3-2)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and 10 Council on Aging appointments (9-0-1)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a Conditional Use Permit for a residential care facility. The body will also elect its Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary.

• Case PZ-2026-08: Conditional Use Permit for Spiral Residential Home & Respite Care at 11200 E 63rd Street
• Election of Commission officers (Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary)
• Case PZ-2026-01: Conditional Use Permit for vehicle sales and rental (placed on hold)

Board of Aldermen

The Raytown Board of Aldermen will review mid-year financial reports and consider several zoning ordinances, including a conditional use permit for a tire repair facility and a text amendment to allow 24-hour marijuana dispensary drive-thrus.

• Second reading: Ordinance defining 'Accessory Residential Use'
• Conditional use permit for Paul Chaney Foundation animal care facility at 6204 Arlington Ave
• Public hearing: Text amendment for permitted accessory and temporary uses
• Public hearing: Conditional use permit for vehicle repair at 10000 E 350 Highway
• Public hearing: Text amendment for marijuana dispensary drive-thru windows

The Board of Aldermen approved two ordinances on second reading: one establishing and regulating "accessory residential use" in city code, and one granting a conditional use permit to the Paul Chaney Foundation for an animal care facility with accessory residential use at 6204 Arlington Ave. Both passed 9-0-1 with Alderman Thomas absent. The board also held public hearings and gave first readings to three items: a text amendment on permitted accessory and temporary uses, a conditional use permit for Dobbs Tire at 10000 E 350 Highway, and a text amendment to allow marijuana dispensary drive-thru windows to operate 24 hours a day.

• Approved Bill 6710-26, amending Chapter 50 to establish and regulate accessory residential use; became ordinance 5802-26.
• Approved Bill 6711-26, granting a conditional use permit to the Paul Chaney Foundation for an animal care facility at 6204 Arlington Ave.; became ordinance 5803-26.
• Held a public hearing and gave first reading to Bill 6712-26, a text amendment on permitted accessory and temporary uses.
• Held a public hearing and gave first reading to Bill 6713-26, a conditional use permit for Dobbs Tire at 10000 E 350 Highway.
• Held a public hearing and gave first reading to Bill 6714-26, allowing marijuana dispensary drive-thru windows to operate 24 hours a day.

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will review a contract for park improvements and hold public hearings on residential use regulations. The session includes a presentation of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 audit and a Parks & Recreation annual report.

• Agreement with McConnell & Associates for Terry Copeland Park Phase II not to exceed $1,800,000
• Public hearing and first reading of Bill No. 6710-26 to regulate "Accessory Residential Use"
• Public hearing and first reading of Bill No. 6711-26 for a Conditional Use Permit for the Paul Chaney Foundation at 6204 Arlington Avenue
• Appointment of Wendy McDermott to the Special Sales Tax Review Committee
• Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Audit Presentation by Troutt Beeman & Co. P.C.

The Board of Aldermen approved a resolution authorizing the City Administrator to contract with McConnell & Associates for the Terry Copeland Park Phase II project, not to exceed $1,800,000. A motion to suspend rules for an immediate second reading of the accessory residential use ordinance failed. The consent agenda, including appointment of Wendy McDermott to the Special Sales Tax Review Committee, was approved.

• Approved R-3811-26: $1.8M Terry Copeland Park Phase II agreement (8-0-2)
• Approved consent agenda including R-3810-26 appointing Wendy McDermott to Special Sales Tax Review Committee (8-0-2)
• Failed motion to suspend rules for immediate second reading of accessory residential use ordinance (3-5-2)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a study session on the Fiscal Year 2026 1st Quarter Financial Report. The legislative session includes a second reading of an ordinance regarding animal care definitions and several budget and contract resolutions.

• Bill No. 6709-26: Second reading of an ordinance to amend definitions and regulations for 'Animal Care, General' and 'Animal Care, Limited'
• R-3809-26: Professional services contract with SMICO Contracting Group, LLC for emergency sewer and storm water repairs not to exceed $38,450.00
• R-3808-26: First amendment to the cell tower lease agreement with Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless at 10000 East 59th Street
• R-3807-26: Budget transfer for the Transportation Sales Tax Fund-Street Maintenance
• Fiscal Year 2026 1st Quarter Financial Report

The Board of Aldermen approved an ordinance amending animal care definitions and regulations (Ordinance 5801-26), a budget transfer for street maintenance, and emergency sewer and storm water repairs not to exceed $38,450. A resolution to amend the Verizon tower lease failed. The meeting also included a financial report and proclamations.

• Approved Ordinance 5801-26 amending animal care definitions and regulations (9-0-1)
• Approved R-3807-26 budget transfer for transportation sales tax fund street maintenance (9-0-1)
• Denied R-3808-26 first amendment to Verizon tower lease agreement (3-6-1)
• Approved R-3809-26 emergency sewer and storm water repairs up to $38,450 (9-0-1)
• Approved May 5, 2026 meeting minutes (9-0-1)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will conduct a public hearing and first reading of an ordinance to amend definitions and regulations for general and limited animal care. The body will also consider several budget transfers and the reappointment of a representative to the Jackson County Board of Equalization.

• Public hearing and first reading of Bill No. 6709-26 regarding animal care regulations in Chapter 50
• Budget transfer for the 53rd Street Trail Connector project
• Budget transfer for the Wildwood North Sanitary Sewer Improvements project
• Budget transfer related to the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority
• Reappointment of Wendy McDermott to the Jackson County Board of Equalization

The Raytown Board of Aldermen approved the consent agenda, including reappointing Wendy McDermott to the Jackson County Board of Equalization, and adopted resolutions approving the delinquent tax list and four budget transfers for various projects. A public hearing was held on a proposed text amendment to animal care regulations, but no vote was taken. All votes were 9-0-1 with Alderman Thomas absent.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and reappointment of Wendy McDermott to Jackson County Board of Equalization (9-0-1)
• Approved delinquent tax list from Jackson County (9-0-1)
• Approved budget transfer for 53rd Street Trail Connector project (9-0-1)
• Approved budget transfer for Blue Shield Grant (9-0-1)
• Approved budget transfer for Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (9-0-1)
• Approved budget transfer for Wildwood North Sanitary Sewer Improvements (9-0-1)