Meeting Summary
The City Council approved the consent agenda and recognized long-serving employees. A significant highlight was the Vitas Foundation's $350,000 donation for sidewalk and trail projects. The council also adopted an ordinance for the amended and restated Shawnee Downtown Revitalization Project Plan, establishing TIF districts. Additionally, the police department announced a $250,000 COPS grant award to hire two new officers.
Key Decisions & Votes
Approval of City Council Consent Agenda
01:00The City Council approved the consent agenda, which included routine administrative items.
Ordinance Approving Amended and Restated Shawnee Downtown Revitalization Project Plan
16:50The council adopted an ordinance approving the amended and restated Shawnee Downtown Revitalization Project Plan, establishing Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts to fund future downtown development.
Emergency Clause for Downtown Revitalization Project Plan Ordinance
17:30An emergency clause was adopted for the Downtown Revitalization Project Plan ordinance, allowing it to take effect immediately.
Approval of Shawnee Airport Authority Consent Agenda
21:00The Shawnee Airport Authority approved its consent agenda.
Approval of Shawnee Municipal Authority Consent Agenda
21:40The Shawnee Municipal Authority approved its consent agenda.
Upcoming Community Events
Downtown Christmas Parade
A large nighttime Christmas parade on Main Street, showcasing the streetscape.
Financial Matters
Vitas Foundation Donation
Second installment of a five-year partnership for sidewalk and trail projects, contributing to 4.5 miles of new sidewalks.
Department of Justice COPS Grant
Grant awarded to the police department to hire two new officers, allowing veteran officers to focus on higher crime areas.
Shawnee Downtown Revitalization Project Plan (TIF Districts)
Establishment of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts to capture incremental increases in existing ad valorem taxes for future downtown development projects, without imposing new taxes.
Public Comments
One citizen spoke during the public participation segment, expressing excitement for the upcoming Downtown Christmas Parade and its role in showcasing the city's streetscape.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Potential actions regarding the re-annexation of St. Gregory's property to protect taxpayer interests, with the council emphasizing steps are procedural and not intended to be detrimental to St. Gregory's.
Announcements
- Five city employees were recognized for 25 or more years of service: James Bryce, Steve Leader, Ronnie Wilson, John Cravaack, and Grant Work.
- The Shawnee Police Department was awarded a $250,000 Department of Justice COPS grant to hire two new officers.
- The Vitas Foundation presented a second installment of $350,000 for sidewalk and trail projects, which will result in 4.5 miles of new sidewalks.
Agenda Summary
Item 1: Approval of the Consent Agenda
Consideration and approval of routine administrative items.
Item 2: Citizens Participation
Opportunity for citizens to address the council on topics not on the agenda.
Item 3: City Manager Presentation to OMA
Recognition of employees with 25 or more years of service to the City of Shawnee.
Item 4: Presentation by Michele Briggs, President/CEO of the Vitas Foundation
Presentation on the Vitas Foundation's partnership for sidewalk and trail projects and a donation installment.
Item 5: Public Hearing for Shawnee Downtown Revitalization Project
Public hearing for the proposed amended and restated Shawnee Downtown Revitalization Project Plan.
Item 6: Ordinance Approving and Adopting the Amended and Restated Shawnee Development Revised Downtown Revitalization Project Plan
Consideration of an ordinance to approve and adopt the project plan, designate project areas and increment districts, and establish a tax apportionment fund.
Administrative Reports: Department of Justice COPS Grant
Report on the Shawnee Police Department receiving a grant to hire new officers.
Shawnee Airport Authority Item 1: Approval of the Consent Agenda
Consideration and approval of the Airport Authority's consent agenda.
Shawnee Municipal Authority Item 1: Approval of the Consent Agenda
Consideration and approval of the Municipal Authority's consent agenda.