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Kansas City Council Meeting – October 5, 2023: Special Recognitions, Ordinances, and Debate on Chapter 100 Hotel Project

City Council Legislative Session — Thursday, October 5, 2023
BodyKansas City, Missouri
SessionCity Council Legislative Session
DateThursday, October 5, 2023
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0:00

The meeting will come to order.

0:02

Our guest chaplain is Pastor David McDaniel of the Holmeswood Baptist Church.

0:08

Would all who are able please stand for the invocation and remain standing for the Pledge of Allegiance.

0:18

In recent days, those in the Jewish tradition have celebrated Rosh Hashanah, which is the beginning of a new year.

0:26

Those in the Muslim faith yesterday celebrated Milad Unabi, the remembrance of the birth of the Prophet Muhammad.

0:34

Central to the Christian tradition is the notion of resurrection, a continual renewal of life that's paradoxically found through death.

0:42

And this great council is still in the first quarter of the first year of a four-year commitment of leadership and service to Kansas City.

0:51

And so whatever your faith tradition is, or if you have no particular faith, I invite you to center the your mind, your body and soul to the notion of newness.

1:00

Would you please join me in prayer?

1:02

Creator and sustainer, we lift up this great council to you.

1:08

They are beginning the new days of leadership, and what we name and recognize is that leadership is hard.

1:14

Leadership is tiring.

1:16

To lead is to know the suffocation of isolation.

1:20

So in the moments when this council is worn out, we pray that hands apiece hold them.

1:25

In the moments when they are unsure of what steps to take next, we pray divine wisdom guides them.

1:32

In the moments when they make mistakes, because they will make mistakes.

1:39

And when it feels like there is no good choice in a vote or decision that they must make, we pray for the confidence that they err on the side of new possibilities that lead to a new reality of a more hopeful and inclusive future.

1:54

God of new beginnings and continued stories.

1:57

May your ways of hope, peace, love, and embrace find their home in this council and in this great city.

2:05

All of this we pray.

2:07

Amen.

2:18

Under the role.

2:23

Thank you, Pastor.

2:25

The clerk will call the role.

2:29

See you, yeah.

2:30

Roll.

2:31

Here.

2:32

Willie.

2:32

President French.

2:34

Here's Rogers.

2:37

Patterson hasn't.

2:38

President.

2:39

Robinson.

2:40

Here.

2:41

Raya.

2:42

Yeah.

2:43

Bunch.

2:45

Present.

2:46

Here.

2:47

Ooh.

2:48

Thank you.

2:48

Duncan.

2:50

Lucas.

2:51

Here.

2:51

Twelve members present.

2:53

Will the clerk please call the special actions?

2:55

230838.

2:58

Congratulating the Twin Citians Club for its 80th anniversary.

3:04

If you are here for that resolution, come on up.

3:07

We usually need to show you all.

3:49

Councilwoman Patterson has welcome to the Twin Cities Club and welcome to almost all of Kansas City here in the chambers today.

3:58

The Twin Cities Club was founded on January 9th, 1943, when 24 young professional women, most of whom were teachers from Kansas City, Missouri, and Kansas City, Kansas, came together to form a social club based on friendship with the club being predominantly in African American social life in the 40s and 50s, with many of the social events taking place in the historic 18th and Vine Jazz District.

4:26

The idea to form the Twin Cities Club, bringing together women from both Kansas and Missouri was an inspiration of Inez Kaiser.

4:35

The Twin Cities Club will officially mark its 80th anniversary on Saturday, September 30th, 2023, and its 80th anniversary friendship luncheon.

4:46

Under the current leadership of Club President Marceline Cooley, the Twin Cities Club has an active membership of 26 women who meet monthly to socialize, continue the bond of friendship, and participate in the Kansas City community.

5:02

Congratulations on your 80th anniversary and thank you for being here.

5:13

Are there others who wish to speak to the resolution?

5:16

Herring now the resolution is now before council.

5:18

All in favor indicate by saying aye.

5:20

Aye.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
Land Use Planning████████████████16%
Cultural Celebrations██████████████14%
Procedural███████████11%
Community Engagement██████████10%
Personnel Matters███████7%
Disability Rights███████7%
Environmental Protection██████6%
Historic Preservation█████5%
Water And Wastewater Management████4%
Summary of Proceedings

Kansas City Council Meeting – October 5, 2023

The Kansas City City Council met on October 5, 2023, at 8:15 PM (local time) with 12 members present. The meeting opened with an invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by the adoption of six ceremonial resolutions, the approval of multiple ordinances on consent and debate dockets, and a hold on a Chapter 100 hotel project. The council voted on 19 items, with most passing unanimously, two failing, and one held for further review.

Special Recognitions

  • Twin Citians Club (80th Anniversary): Resolution 230838 was adopted unanimously to congratulate the club, founded in 1943 by African American professional women. Councilwoman Patterson sponsored the resolution, and the club president accepted the honor.
  • Patty Hildebrand Retirement: Resolution 230839 honored Patty Hildebrand for 26 years of city service, including being the first female division manager in Public Works. Council members praised her leadership. Adopted unanimously.
  • National Service Dog Month: Resolution 230840 declared September 2023 as National Service Dog Month. Councilman Rogers noted that 64 million adults and children in the U.S. have a disability and that there are 16,000 service dogs from accredited programs. Adopted unanimously.
  • National Good Neighbor Day: Resolution 230868 recognized September 2023 as National Good Neighbor Day, honoring neighborhood leaders from all districts. Council members thanked volunteers for their community work. Adopted unanimously.
  • Northland Community Cleanup: Resolution 230869 recognized the Northland Community Cleanup Organization, which has collected over 15,000 bags of trash. Councilman Willett sponsored the resolution. Adopted unanimously.
  • Raquel Garcia: Resolution 230870 honored nurse Raquel Garcia for her community health work, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Councilwoman Robinson sponsored the resolution. Adopted unanimously.

Consent Calendar

  • Advanced Consent Docket: The council approved the following items by unanimous vote (12-0):
    • 230799: Workers' compensation settlement for Matthew Sylvie's spouse.
    • 230800: EEOC settlement with Loranda Brewer ($60,000).
    • 230801: Workers' compensation settlement for Jarrett Wills.
    • 230802: Lawsuit settlement with Kenneth Garcia ($200,000).
    • 230803: Lawsuit settlement with Shondo Jones ($125,000).
    • 230810: Plat approval for Edgewood Farms Lot Three (restaurant development).
    • 230811: Plat approval for Corporate Circle Apartments (two multi-unit residential buildings).

Discussion Items

  • Historic Landmark Designation (230705): Rezoning 0.9 acres at 4526 Ward Boulevard to designate the George B. Witcherson residence as a local landmark. The owner filed a protest petition, requiring a two-thirds vote (9 of 12 members present). The council approved 9-3, with Councilmembers Robinson, Park Shaw, and Lucas voting nay.
  • Short-Term Rental Zoning (230817): A proposal to rezone 3244 Paseo Boulevard to allow a short-term rental permit. The committee recommended denial, and the applicant withdrew support. The council voted unanimously (12-0) to deny.
  • Solar Array at Airport (230707): Authorized negotiations with 816 Solar Consortium for a solar array at Kansas City International Airport. Passed 12-0.
  • Tax Levy Rates (230719): Ordinance adjusting property tax levy rates for general fund, health levy, debt service, and museum fund, representing a reduction from prior year. Passed 12-0.
  • Ambulance Purchase (230804): Authorized $4,999,000 in lease financing for 13 new ambulances for the Fire Department. Passed 12-0.
  • Water Revenue Bonds (230813): Established a project fund for $93 million in water revenue bonds for water system improvements, as authorized by voters. Passed 12-0.
  • Opioid Treatment and Housing (230824): Allocated $2,268,752 from the Health Levy Fund and $2,631,247 from the Opioid Program Fund for medically assisted treatment, safe haven beds, and respite beds for individuals with substance use disorder, including unhoused residents. Passed 12-0.
  • Ivan Hill Gardens Housing (230828): Authorized $1,081,308 from the Shared Success Fund for rent collection at Ivan Hill Gardens, preserving affordable housing units. Passed 12-0.
  • Mixed-Use Development (230621): Amended the UR development plan for the former South Town Urban Life site at 63rd and Prospect to allow mixed-use (multifamily, office, retail). Passed 12-0.
  • Property Transfer (230808): Authorized transfer of property at 6550 NW Prairie View Road to SAH Properties LLC. Passed 12-0.
  • Industrial Rezoning (230809): Rezoned 10 acres at Nevada Avenue and 136th Street to M2-2 for industrial use. Passed 12-0.
  • Residential Development (230812): Approved development plan for 13 units at Locust and 19th Street in the Crossroads district. Passed 12-0.
  • Short-Term Rental (Companion, 230816): The companion ordinance to 230817, also denied unanimously (12-0).
  • Event Space (230819): Amended UR plan at East 63rd and Bushman Drive to allow an event space. Passed 12-0.
  • Car Wash Development (230820): Approved development plan for a car wash at 520 NE 1073 Terrace, with additional fencing per neighborhood request. Passed 12-0.
  • Limited Manufacturing (230825): Approved development plan for limited manufacturing on 40 acres at 150 Highland/Prospect Avenue. Passed 12-0.
  • Chapter 100 Boutique Hotel (230826): Proposed a 35-room boutique hotel at 1108-1110 Grand, with $18 million in industrial revenue bonds. The ordinance was held for one week after council members expressed concerns about waiving prevailing wage requirements (despite historic preservation exception) and M/WBE provisions. The related CID item was also held.

Key Outcomes

  • Votes: 12 ordinances passed unanimously (12-0); 1 historic landmark passed 9-3; 2 short-term rental ordinances failed unanimously; 1 Chapter 100 hotel project and its companion CID were held for one week.
  • Next Steps: The held items will be reconsidered at the next council meeting. The city manager is authorized to negotiate several agreements, including the solar array and ambulance lease.
  • Procedural Actions: The council waived charter requirements for reading ordinances on three separate days to advance items on the debate docket and first readings.

Meeting Transcript

The meeting will come to order. Our guest chaplain is Pastor David McDaniel of the Holmeswood Baptist Church. Would all who are able please stand for the invocation and remain standing for the Pledge of Allegiance. In recent days, those in the Jewish tradition have celebrated Rosh Hashanah, which is the beginning of a new year. Those in the Muslim faith yesterday celebrated Milad Unabi, the remembrance of the birth of the Prophet Muhammad. Central to the Christian tradition is the notion of resurrection, a continual renewal of life that's paradoxically found through death. And this great council is still in the first quarter of the first year of a four-year commitment of leadership and service to Kansas City. And so whatever your faith tradition is, or if you have no particular faith, I invite you to center the your mind, your body and soul to the notion of newness. Would you please join me in prayer? Creator and sustainer, we lift up this great council to you. They are beginning the new days of leadership, and what we name and recognize is that leadership is hard. Leadership is tiring. To lead is to know the suffocation of isolation. So in the moments when this council is worn out, we pray that hands apiece hold them. In the moments when they are unsure of what steps to take next, we pray divine wisdom guides them. In the moments when they make mistakes, because they will make mistakes. And when it feels like there is no good choice in a vote or decision that they must make, we pray for the confidence that they err on the side of new possibilities that lead to a new reality of a more hopeful and inclusive future. God of new beginnings and continued stories. May your ways of hope, peace, love, and embrace find their home in this council and in this great city. All of this we pray. Amen. Under the role. Thank you, Pastor. The clerk will call the role. See you, yeah. Roll. Here. Willie. President French. Here's Rogers. Patterson hasn't. President. Robinson. Here. Raya. Yeah. Bunch. Present. Here. Ooh. Thank you. Duncan. Lucas. Here. Twelve members present. Will the clerk please call the special actions? 230838. Congratulating the Twin Citians Club for its 80th anniversary. If you are here for that resolution, come on up. We usually need to show you all.

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