City Council Agendas

CITY COUNCIL MEETING September 2, 2025 6:00 p.m. Council Chambers Howard L. Brown Public Safety Building 1100 SW Smith Blue Springs, Missouri The meeting can be viewed live on the City’s website at www.bluespringsgov.com/CityMeetingsLive Anyone wishing to address the Mayor and Council during the meeting must fill out a Speaker’s Appearance Form and give to the City Clerk prior to the start of the Council meeting. Forms are available online or located at the entrance of the Council Chambers. Speakers are subject to Council Rules of Procedure. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance 1. Call meeting to order 2. Confirmation of a Quorum 3. Consent Agenda All matters under Item 3, Consent Agenda, are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion of the Council with no separate discussion. If separate discussion is desired, that item may be removed from the Consent Agenda and placed on the Regular Agenda by request of a member of the City Council. a. Minutes of the August 18, 2025 City Council Meeting and August 19, 2025 Budget Work Session b. Resolution No. 65-2025 approving disposition of records 4. Public Hearing – Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget 5. Introduction and first reading only of Bill No. 5347 approving the Fiscal Year 2025- 2026 Budget 6. Public Comment – This section is reserved for public comment on Ordinances being considered at this meeting that do not require a public hearing. 7. Adopt Resolution No. 66-2025 extending the Main Center Redevelopment Corporation Incentive Policy 8. Introduction and readings of Bill No. 5348 amending the Code of Ordinances related to the Main Center Redevelopment Corporation to allow for the continuation of credits 9. Visitors – This section is reserved for public comments on topics not on the Agenda. While no immediate action will be taken, comments will be noted.  10. Councilmember Comments 11. Mayoral Comments 12. Adjourn Miscellaneous Items Park Commission Meeting – Wednesday, September 3, 6:00 PM Planning Commission Meeting – Monday, September 8, 6:30 PM Public Arts Commission Meeting – Wednesday, September 10, 4:00 PM Land Bank Meeting – Monday, September 15, 3:00 PM City Council Meeting – Wednesday, September 17, 6:00 PM Planning Commission Meeting – Monday, September, 22, 6:30 PM Public Safety Citizens’ Advisory Board Meeting – Tuesday, September 22, 6:30 PM City Council Meeting – Monday, October 6, 6:00 PM This Agenda was posted at City Hall and on the City’s website on Thursday, August 28, 2025. Erin Ford City Clerk TO: Mayor, City Council, Department Directors, and Press FROM: Christine Cates City Administrator DATE: August 28, 2025 SUBJECT: Agenda Explanations Item 3b – Disposition of Records Adopt a Resolution to approve the disposition of Information Technology and Community Development department records which have met the required retention period as prescribed by the Blue Springs Records Retention, Management, and Destruction Policy dated November 28, 2016 and in accordance with the Missouri Secretary of State’s records retention guidelines. Refer to Council Information Form from City Clerk Erin Ford for additional information. Items 4 & 5 – Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget A public hearing is being held to receive public comment on the proposed Fiscal Year (FY) 2025- 26 Budget. Upon conclusion of the public hearing, a Bill approving the FY 2025-26 Budget will be ready for introduction and first reading. Refer to Council Information Form from City Administrator Christine Cates for additional information. Items 7 & 8 – Main Center Redevelopment Corporation Incentive Policy and Code Amendment Adopt a Resolution approving the extension of the Main Center Redevelopment Corporation (MCRC) Incentive Policy for three additional years and passage of a Bill amending Section 805.030.D of the Code of Ordinances to allow for the continuation of credits for certain fees in the MCRC for a period of three additional years. Refer to Council Information Form from Senior Director of City Development Mike Mallon for additional information.  CITY OF BLUE SPRINGS, MISSOURI MINUTES OF COUNCIL MEETING August 18, 2025 A meeting of the City Council of the City of Blue Springs, Missouri, was held on Monday, August 18, 2025, 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Howard L. Brown Public Safety Building, 1100 SW Smith Street, Blue Springs, Missouri with Mayor Chris Lievsay presiding. COUNCILMEMBERS IN Jerry Kaylor Galen Ericson ATTENDANCE Katie Tholen Kent Edmondson Nick Brummel Jeremy Rowan Also present were City Administrator Christine Cates, City Attorney Jennifer Baird, and City Clerk Erin Ford. PLEDGE Mayor Lievsay led in the pledge of allegiance. CALL MEETING TO Mayor Lievsay called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. The City Clerk ORDER AND confirmed a quorum of the Council was present. CONFIRMATION OF QUORUM CONSENT AGENDA Councilmember Ericson moved to approve the Consent Agenda and the motion was seconded by Councilmember Kaylor. • Minutes of the August 4, 2025 City Council Meeting. • Liquor License for MS Mart located at 1900 SW Eastbound US 40 Hwy, Blue Springs, MO 64015 to sell intoxicating liquors in the original package for consumption off premises (Weekdays Only) and Sunday Sales • Resolution No. 62-2025 appointing Successor Directors to the Downtown Blue Springs Community Improvement District • Resolution No. 63-2025 approving a contract with Callahan Concrete & Asphalt Construction, LLC in the amount of $388,164.04 for miscellaneous concrete construction for sidewalk infill projects The Consent Agenda was approved with the following vote: Kaylor – Aye Ericson– Aye Tholen – Aye Edmondson – Aye Brummel – Aye Rowan – Aye Mayor Lievsay – Aye INTRODUCTION AND Councilmember Kaylor introduced Bill No. 5343 approving a Final Plat 1ST READING – BILL NO. for The Retreat at Chapman Farms, consisting of fifty-seven lots located 5343 – RETREAT AT East of SW 7 Highway, South of SW Chapman Farms Drive, West of SW CHAPMAN FARMS Lake Side Drive, and North of SW Mason School Road (PF-06-25-9622). (PF-06-25-9622) City Clerk Erin Ford made the first reading of Bill No. 5343 by title; copies of the proposed Bill having previously been made available to the public. Councilmember Ericson moved to approve Bill No. 5343 upon its first reading and proceed with the second reading. Motion seconded by Councilmember Tholen and carried unanimously.  August 18, 2025 City Council Minutes Page 2 2ND READING – BILL Ms. Ford made the second reading of Bill No. 5343 by title. NO. 5343 Councilmember Edmondson moved to adopt Bill No. 5343 upon its second reading and give it ORDINANCE NO. 5445, with a copy attached hereto and made a part of the minutes. Motion seconded by Councilmember Ericson and carried with the following vote: Tholen – Aye Edmondson – Aye Brummel – Aye Rowan – Aye Ericson – Aye Kaylor – Aye Mayor Lievsay – Aye INTRODUCTION AND Councilmember Kaylor introduced Bill No. 5344 approving a contract in 1ST READING – BILL NO. the amount of $225,000.00 with Jackson County Community Backed 5344 – JACKSON Anti-Drug Tax for a Law Enforcement School-Based Initiative. City Clerk COUNTY COMMUNITY Erin Ford made the first reading of Bill No. 5344 by title; copies of the BACKED ANTI-DRUG proposed Bill having previously been made available to the public. TAX Councilmember Ericson moved to approve Bill No. 5344 upon its first reading and proceed with the second reading. Motion seconded by Councilmember Tholen and carried unanimously. 2ND READING – BILL Ms. Ford made the second reading of Bill No. 5344 by title. NO. 5344 Councilmember Edmondson moved to adopt Bill No. 5344 upon its second reading and give it ORDINANCE NO. 5446, with a copy attached hereto and made a part of the minutes. Motion seconded by Councilmember Ericson and carried with the following vote: Brummel – Aye Rowan – Aye Ericson – Aye Kaylor – Aye Edmondson – Aye Tholen – Aye Mayor Lievsay – Aye INTRODUCTION AND Councilmember Kaylor introduced Bill No. 5345 amending the 2024-25 1ST READING – BILL NO. annual budget increasing the previously adopted and amended budget 5345 – FISCAL YEAR of $134,339,155 by $8,800,054 to $143,139,209. City Clerk Erin Ford 2024-25 BUDGET made the first reading of Bill No. 5345 by title; copies of the proposed Bill AMENDMENT having previously been made available to the public. Councilmember Ericson moved to approve Bill No. 5345 upon its first reading and proceed with the second reading. Motion seconded by Councilmember Tholen and carried unanimously. 2ND READING – BILL Ms. Ford made the second reading of Bill No. 5345 by title. NO. 5345 Councilmember Edmondson moved to adopt Bill No. 5345 upon its second reading and give it ORDINANCE NO. 5447, with a copy attached hereto and made a part of the minutes. Motion seconded by Councilmember Ericson and carried with the following vote:  August 18, 2025 City Council Minutes Page 3 Ericson – Aye Kaylor – Aye Edmondson – Aye Tholen – Aye Rowan – Aye Brummel – Aye Mayor Lievsay – Aye INTRODUCTION AND Councilmember Kaylor introduced Bill No. 5346 declaring as surplus the 1ST READING – BILL NO. City-owned real property located at 1500 NW North Ridge Drive and 5346 – SURPLUS authorizing the issuance of a Request for Proposals for the purchase and PROPERTY AND redevelopment of the site. City Clerk Erin Ford made the first reading of REQUEST FOR Bill No. 5346 by title; copies of the proposed Bill having previously been PROPOSALS made available to the public. Councilmember Ericson moved to approve Bill No. 5346 upon its first reading and proceed with the second reading. Motion seconded by Councilmember Tholen and carried unanimously. 2ND READING – BILL Ms. Ford made the second reading of Bill No. 5346 by title. NO. 5346 Councilmember Edmondson moved to adopt Bill No. 5346 upon its second reading and give it ORDINANCE NO. 5448, with a copy attached hereto and made a part of the minutes. Motion seconded by Councilmember Brummel and carried with the following vote: Edmondson – Aye Tholen – Aye Rowan – Aye Brummel – Aye Kaylor – Aye Ericson – Aye Mayor Lievsay – Aye PRESENTATION – CITY Mayor Lievsay provided a brief history of City Strategic Plans. Assistant STRATEGIC PLAN to the City Administrator George Schmitz presented the City’s Strategic Plan to Council. RESOLUTION 64-2025 – Councilmember Kaylor moved to adopt Resolution No. 64-2025 CITY STRATEGIC PLAN approving the City’s Strategic Plan. Motion seconded by Councilmember Ericson and carried unanimously. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilmember Brummel: Local school districts start school on August 19 and 20 Councilmember Edmondson: Bite of Blue Springs is August 23 in downtown Blue Springs MAYORAL • Summer Music in the Park at Railroad Park is on August 24 ANNOUNCEMENTS CLOSED SESSION At 6:31 p.m., Councilmember Kaylor moved for the Council go into closed session pursuant to Section 610.021(1) Revised Statutes of Missouri, for the purpose of privileged communications between a governmental body or its representative and legal counsel relating to litigation and employee groups and that any minutes, documents and other records discussed or taken during the closed session remain closed, and that the special meeting of this body stand adjourned at the completion of such session. August 18, 2025 City Council Minutes Page 4 Motion seconded by Councilmember Ericson and carried with the following votes: Rowan – Aye Brummel – Aye Kaylor – Aye Ericson – Aye Tholen – Aye Edmondson – Aye Mayor Lievsay – Aye CITY OF BLUE SPRINGS ATTEST ______________________________ Chris Lievsay, Mayor Erin Ford, City Clerk  CITY OF BLUE SPRINGS, MISSOURI MINUTES OF COUNCIL BUDGET WORK SESSION AUGUST 19, 2025 A Work Session of the City Council of the City of Blue Springs, Missouri, was held on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 6:00 p.m. in the Administrative Training Room of the Blue Springs City Hall, 903 W. Main Street with Mayor Chris Lievsay presiding. COUNCILMEMBERS IN Jerry Kaylor Galen Ericson ATTENDANCE Katie Tholen Kent Edmondson Nick Brummel Jeremy Rowan Also present were City Administrator Christine Cates, Assistant City Administrator Dennis Dovel, Assistant to the City Administrator George Schmitz, Senior Director of City Development Mike Mallon, Police Chief Bob Muenz, Director of Parks and Recreation Justin Stuart and City Clerk Erin Ford. CALL MEETING TO Mayor Lievsay called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. The City Clerk ORDER AND confirmed a quorum of the Council was present. CONFIRMATION OF QUORUM FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 City Administrator Christine Cates presented highlights of the Fiscal BUDGET Year 2025-26 Budget for Council consideration. Assistant City Administrator Dennis Dovel presented information regarding the Administrative Services budget which includes City Administration, Communications, Human Resources, Information Technology, Law, Finance Utility Billing and Municipal Court. Senior Director of City Development Mike Mallon, Police Chief Bob Muenz and Director of Parks and Recreation Justin Stuart presented information regarding their respective Department budgets. Staff addressed questions from Council regarding the proposed budget allocations. A copy of the PowerPoint presentation, Budget Message and Budget in Brief distributed during the meeting are attached to these Minutes and incorporated herein. ADJOURN At 6:58 p.m., there was no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Lievsay declared the meeting adjourned. CITY OF BLUE SPRINGS ATTEST: ___________________________________ Chris Lievsay, Mayor Erin Ford, City Clerk  Council Meeting Date: September 2, 2025 Agenda Item #: 3b Page 1 of 2 CITY OF BLUE SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION FORM DATE SUBMITTED: August 22, 2025 SUBMITTED BY: Erin Ford DEPARTMENT: Administration Ordinance Resolution Presentation Public Hearing Contract Discussion Economic Dev. Other ISSUE/REQUEST Adopt a Resolution to approve the disposition of Information Technology and Community Development department records which have met the required retention period as prescribed by the Blue Springs Records Retention, Management, and Destruction Policy dated November 28, 2016 and in accordance with the Missouri Secretary of State’s records retention guidelines. BACKGROUND/JUSTIFICATION Exhibit A to the Resolution lists the records from the Information Technology and Community Development Departments to be disposed of by destruction or donation. Once the Certification of Destruction section of the disposition list has been signed, the disposition list will be filed and stored for permanent record to keep a history of all records the City destroys. FINANCIAL IMPACT Contractor: N/A PROJECT TIMELINE Estimated Start Date Estimated End Date immediately N/A STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval. OTHER BOARDS & COMMISSIONS ASSIGNED Name of Board or Commission: N/A ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROJECT N/A LIST OF REFERENCE DOCUMENTS ATTACHED 1. Resolution with disposition list attached as Exhibit A. 2025CIF  Council Meeting Date: September 2, 2025 Agenda Item #: 3b Page 2 of 2 REVIEWED BY: Requesting Director: Budget: Erin Ford N/A Legal: City Administrator: N/A Christine Cates 2025CIF  Resolution No. 65-2025 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE DISPOSITION OF RECORDS THAT HAVE MET THE REQUIRED RETENTION PERIODS AND NO LONGER PROVIDE ANY VALUE TO THE CITY OF BLUE SPRINGS WHEREAS, it has been determined by the Records Manager that Information Technology and Community Development department records have met the required retention periods as set by the Blue Springs Records Retention Schedule within the Records Retention, Management, and Destruction Policy; and WHEREAS, the disposition of records that have met the required retention periods provides for efficient and cost-effective management of City records, reduces physical and electronic storage costs, and reduces the liability of the City of Blue Springs for housing inactive records beyond the required retention period that may be subject to discovery during pending litigation; and WHEREAS, a copy of the Disposition List that lists the records, the retention periods, and the allowed disposition dates is attached to this Resolution as Exhibit “A”. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BLUE SPRINGS, MISSOURI, as follows: Section 1. The City Administrator is hereby authorized to direct the Records Manager or their designee to properly dispose of the records listed in the disposition list attached hereto as Exhibit “A” and incorporated herein. Section 2. City staff is directed to perform all tasks necessary to implement said disposition. Section 2. Scrivener’s Errors. Typographical errors and other matters of a similar nature that do not affect the intent of this Ordinance, as determined by the City Clerk, may be corrected with the endorsement of the City Administrator without the need to come before the City Council. PASSED by the City Council of the City of Blue Springs, Missouri, and approved by the Mayor of Blue Springs, this 2nd day of September 2025. CITY OF BLUE SPRINGS _____________________________ Chris Lievsay, Mayor ATTEST: ____________________________ Erin Ford, City Clerk 2025RES  Exhibit A DISPOSITION LIST The Records Manager respectfully requests authority to destroy the inactive records listed below: BOX NO. / Item Date of Record(s) Contents Destruction Date N/A All data, media, and content captured through third-party Ongoing per policy cameras, excluding records that have been retained for official investigative or other legal purpose. N/A 07/31/2024-08/31/2024 All employee emails In Sent Items, Deleted Items, Junk, and Clutter Folders 09/03/2025 CD-461 01/01/2020-12/31/2020 Building Permit Reports - Monthly 09/03/2025 CD-478 2017-2018 CDBG Grant Files 2017-2018 09/03/2025 CD-177 12/2008-4/2011 Fence and driveway permits 09/03/2025 CD-178 03/2013-11/2014 Fence and driveway permits 09/03/2025 CD-179 11/2014-03/2016 Fence and driveway permits 09/03/2025 CD-180 03/2016-01/2017 Fence and driveway permits 09/03/2025 CD-181 05/2011-03/2013 Fence and driveway permits 09/03/2025 CD-446 01/01/2013-12/31/2013 Commercial Building Plans - 2013 09/03/2025 To be completed by Records Manager: Approved by Resolution ______-__________ STATE OF MISSOURI COUNTY OF JACKSON CITY OF BLUE SPRINGS I, Erin Ford, Records Manager, City of Blue Springs, a municipal Corporation within and for said County and State aforesaid, do hereby certify that the attached is a true and complete enumeration of records which will be destroyed by recycling, throwing away, deleting, or shredding. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I hereunto set my hand and affix the seal of said City of Blue Springs, Missouri, at its office in Blue Springs, Missouri, on this ______ day of ___________, 20____. ____________________________________ Page 1 of 1  CITY OF BLUE SPRINGS, MISSOURI CITY COUNCIL September 2, 2025 EXHIBITS FOR PUBLIC HEARING FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 BUDGET EXHIBIT #1 City Council Information Form dated August 22, 2024 with the following attachments: Budget in Brief, Notice of Public Hearing, Strategic Plan Budget Presentation and Bill adopting 2025-26 Budget Exhibit 1 CITY COUNCIL FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 BUDGET 09/02/2025  Council Meeting Date: September 2, 2025 Agenda Item #: 4 Page 1 of 2 CITY OF BLUE SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION FORM DATE SUBMITTED: August 22, 2025 SUBMITTED BY: Christine Cates DEPARTMENT: Administration Ordinance Resolution Presentation Public Hearing Contract Discussion Economic Dev. Other ISSUE/REQUEST A public hearing is being held to receive public comment on the proposed Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-26 Budget. Upon conclusion of the public hearing, a Bill approving the FY 2025-26 Budget will be ready for introduction and first reading. BACKGROUND/JUSTIFICATION The proposed 2025-26 budget of $112,763,377 represents an increase from the adopted 2024- 25 budget of $95,995,533 by $16,767,844 or 17.47% primarily due to an increase in operating costs and capital improvements. A budget work session was held with the City Council on August 19, 2025 to discuss the proposed budget. The attached Budget in Brief summarizes the proposed 2025-26 budget. Section 7.5 of the City’s Home Rule Charter requires the adoption of the annual budget on or before the last day of the fiscal year currently ending. Adoption of the budget shall constitute appropriations of the amounts specified therein as expenditures from the funds indicated. Fund Proposed Budget FY 2025-26 General $ 34,261,282 Hotel/Motel Tax $ 690,072 Public Safety Sales Tax $ 6,306,888 Parks Sales Tax $ 5,157,444 Debt Service $ 2,303,244 Capital Projects $ 26,718,834 TIF Capital Projects $ 7,163,164 Fieldhouse/Aquatics $ 3,153,675 Golf Course $ 2,292,721 Water $ 12,872,989 Sewer $ 11,843,064 Total Budget by Fund $ 112,763,377 FINANCIAL IMPACT Contractor: N/A 2025CIF  Council Meeting Date: September 2, 2025 Agenda Item #: 4 Page 2 of 2 PROJECT TIMELINE Estimated Start Date Estimated End Date October 1, 2025 September 30, 2026 STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval. OTHER BOARDS & COMMISSIONS ASSIGNED Name of Board or Commission: N/A ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROJECT N/A LIST OF REFERENCE DOCUMENTS ATTACHED 1. Budget in Brief 2. Notice of Public Hearing 3. Strategic Plan Budget Presentation 4. Bill adopting 2025-26 Budget REVIEWED BY: Requesting Director: Budget: Christine Cates Lori Turner Legal: City Administrator: N/A Christine Cates 2025CIF  BUDGET IN BRIEF City of Blue Springs, Missouri October 1, 2025 - September 30, 2026 The Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget for the City of Blue Springs is the fiscal plan for this city for the next year. City Departments have set forth the goals and objectives they want to accomplish, including services and capital improvement projects.  Revenues  The City of Blue Springs receives revenues from several sources, including property taxes, sales taxes, utility franchise fees, licenses fees, fines, charges for services, grants from other governmental agencies, donations, water sales and sewer services.  Some of our largest revenue sources include: − $12,272,051 - Water Sales − $12,240,359 - Sewer Service − $11,261,808 - 1% City Sales Tax − $ 8,040,522 - Property Taxes − $ 7,195,110 - Tax Increment Finance Tax (TIF) − $ 5,798,551 - Parks Sales Tax − $ 5,962,616 - Other Government Sources − $ 5,379,087 - Transportation Sales Tax − $ 5,359,472 - Public Safety Sales Tax − $ 4,729,688 - Utility Franchise Fees • Overall revenues are expected to increase in nearly every category next year. With the largest increases in the General Fund by 3.06% or $958,301, Water Fund by 7.56% or $932,592 and Sewer Fund by 12.71% or $1,056,616. Licenses and Permits are projected to decrease compared to the adopted FY 2024-25 budget due to rising interest rates which negatively impacts building permits. • The General Fund balance is required to stay at or above an amount equal to 25 percent of General Fund operating expenditures to provide for a 25 percent Emergency Reserve Fund. In addition, reserves of 25% each year, 50% of the growth in unassigned fund balance will be allocated to the Pavement Management Program. The 2025-26 budget projects a total reserve amount of $8,242,456 and anticipates fund balance will exceed this amount. 1  Where the Money Comes From Revenue by Source Fines and Forfeits Interest Income 1% 4% Other 1% Property Tax Utility Service Fees 8% Golf Course Fees 27% 3% City Sales Tax 12% Taxes - Other 9% Charges for Services 5% Public Safety Sales Tax Parks Sales Tax 6% Licenses and Permits Utility Franchise Fees 6% Other Government 1% 5% Sources Transportation Sal 6% Tax 6% Fiscal Year 2025-26 Property Tax $ 8,040,522 City Sales Tax $ 11,261,808 Transportation Sales Tax $ 5,379,087 Public Safety Sales Tax $ 5,359,472 Parks Sales Tax $ 5,763,011 Utility Franchise Fees $ 4,869,219 Taxes - Other $ 8,421,355 Licenses and Permits $ 1,130,588 Other Government Sources $ 5,962,616 Charges for Services $ 4,803,993 Golf Course Fees $ 2,557,314 Utility Service Fees $ 25,011,145 Fines and Forfeits $ 665,248 Interest Income $ 3,558,371 Other $ 710,086 Use of Cash Reserves $ 19,269,541 Total $ 112,763,377 2  Expenditures Expenditures for the City of Blue Springs in the Fiscal Year 2025-26 will total $112,763,377, an increase of 17.47% over the adopted FY 2025 budget.  The Expenditures include funding for: − personal services costs (salaries and benefits) − supplies and materials − contracted services − debt service payments (principal and interest) − capital outlay for equipment, vehicles, and computer enhancements, and − capital improvement projects  The City has 340.13 Full-time Positions (including full-time and part-time employees). This is an increase of one position over the number approved in the FY 2025 budget. An Animal Control Officer position was added to bring the total number of Animal Control Officers to five. Throughout the year, several positions may be renamed based upon experience, job responsibilities and evolving organizational needs, without increasing the total number of employees.  Capital improvements and outlay for FY 2026 are focusing on the following priority areas: − $2.9 million for Park improvements − $475,000 for Public Safety projects − $26.9 million for Street and Stormwater projects − $2.19 for Sewer projects − $1.2 million for Water projects − $2.8 million for capital outlay  Other major expenditure line items include Wholesale Water Purchases, Purchased Sewer Services, Facility Utilities, Street Light Utilities, Park Maintenance Supplies, Training, Fuel, Street Maintenance Materials. 3  Where the Money Goes Expenditures by Function Debt Service 16% Capital Improvements General Government Public Works 30% 8% 4% Public Safety 17% Sewer Utility 6% Water Utility 7% Capital Outlay 2% Fieldhouse/Aquatics 3% Hotel/Motel 0% Parks and Recreation Golf Course Vesper Hall Senior 3% 2% Center Building Maintenance 1% 1% Fiscal Year 2025-26 General Government $ 8,872,622 Public Works $ 4,188,030 Public Safety $ 18,813,449 Fieldhouse/Aquatics $ 3,153,675 Parks and Recreation $ 3,682,244 Vesper Hall Senior Center $ 738,884 Building Maintenance $ 994,029 Golf Course $ 2,206,221 Water Utility $ 8,318,489 Sewer Utility $ 6,492,910 Hotel/Motel $ 690,072 Capital Outlay $ 2,767,923 Capital Improvements $ 33,569,714 Debt Service $ 18,275,115 Total $ 112,763,377 4  Capital Improvements Total Expenditures: $36,337,637 Maintenance $ 18,723,797 PR-15 Blue Springs Park Improvements $ 300,000 PR-17 Roatary Park Improvements $ 1,100,000 PR-18 Hidden Valley Park Improvements $ 150,000 PR-23 Central Park Improvements $ 354,264 PR-80 Trail Renovations $ 50,000 PS-13 Police Department Locker Room Expansion $ 300,000 SAN-07 Citywide Maintenance $ 1,102,500 SNI-01 Sludge Removal $ 1,000,000 ST-06 Pavement Maintenance Program $ 13,028,308 STM-06 Stormwater Maintenance $ 100,000 WA-12 Miscellaneous Watermain Maintenance $ 1,000,000 WA-14 Water Tank Maintenance Contract $ 238,725 Equipment Replacement $ 621,582 PS-22 Council Chambers/court Room Audio/visual Project $ 175,000 ST-24 Snow Plow / Dump Truck $ 230,669 ST-26 1.5 Ton Dump/Snow Truck $ 75,219 ST-68 Ford F250 Pick-up Truck $ 56,039 SAN-20 Hydraulic Track Loader $ 84,655 Capital Improvements $ 14,224,335 CD-04 Downdown Master Plan Implementation $ 4,904,600 PR-71 Southwest Park Construction $ 1,200,000 ST-49 ADP Duncan Road Right Turn Lane $ 1,515,000 ST-55 SW 12th street Improvements $ 4,514,984 ST-64 Crafco Crack Sealer $ 73,096 ST-65 Rubber Tire Skid Loader $ 84,655 ST-66 Mock Avenue Improvements $ 1,932,000 Capital Outlay and Equipment $ 2,767,923 Codes $ 114,257 Information Technology $ 88,500 Parks Maintenance $ 413,700 Recreation $ 18,650 Police Administration $ 186,500 Police Community Services Bureau $ 47,200 Police Investigative Services Bureau $ 108,000 Police Operations Bureau $ 919,800 Golf Course $ 86,500 Sewer Maintenance $ 10,250 Sewer Operations $ 305,940 Street Maintenance $ 152,851 Water Operations $ 280,940 Water Maintenance $ 34,835 5  Capital Improvements Type of Improvement $20,000,000 $18,000,000 $16,000,000 $14,000,000 $12,000,000 $10,000,000 $8,000,000 $6,000,000 $4,000,000 $2,000,000 $- Maintenance Equipment Capital Capital Outlay Replacement Improvements and Equipment Fiscal Year 2025-26 Maintenance $ 18,723,797 Equipment Replacement $ 621,582 Capital Improvements $ 14,224,335 Capital Outlay and Equipment $ 2,767,923 Total $ 36,337,637 6  Where Your Tax Dollars Go Property Tax Revenue Distribution Metropolitan Community College 2% Mid-Continent Library 4% Board of Disabled Services Mental Health 1% 1% CJCFD 15% R-4 School District 63% City of Blue Springs 7% Blind Pension 1% Jackson County 6% The 2025 property tax rate is $8.1584 per $100 assessed valuation. The City's portion of the $8.1584 is $0.5801. Of the $0.5801, $0.4301 goes to the General Fund for general government purposes and $.15 pays debt service on general obligation bonds in the General Obligation Bond Debt Service Fund. 7  Where Your Tax Dollars Go Sales Tax Revenue Distribution Drug Task Force Soil Conservation 3% 1% State(Proposition C) Central Jackson County 11% Conservation Fire 1% 6% Children's Services Fund Stadium Sales Tax 3% 4% City 1% Sales Tax 12% County 6% State 34% City 1/2% Trans Tax Kansas City Zoo Tax 6% 1% City 1/2% Public City 1/2% Parks Sales Safety Sales Tax Tax 6% 6% The 2025 City sales tax rate is 8.725 % of gross sales. The City's portion of the 8.725 % is 1 percent. This is the largest general government revenue source for the City, and is used to finance general government and capital improvements. In addition, there is a .5 percent Transportation Sales Tax, which is used solely to finance transportation improvements, such as streets, a .5 percent Public Safety Sales Tax, which is used solely to finance Public Safety operations and a .5 percent Park Sales Tax, which is used solely to finance park improvements. 8  Summary of Available Net Assets Total Total Estimated Operating Projected Budgeted Estimated Fund Available Net Transfer Revenues Expenditures Available Net Assets In(Out) Assets 9/30/26 10/01/25 General Fund $ 22,128,008 $ 32,283,153 $ 34,261,282 $ 1,978,130 $ 22,128,009 G.O. Bond Debt Service $ 3,789,243 $ 2,286,317 $ 2,303,244 $ 500,000 $ 4,272,316 Capital Projects $ 43,332,110 $ 5,938,165 $ 26,718,834 $ - $ 22,551,441 TIF Capital Projects $ 9,116,638 $ 7,195,110 $ 7,163,164 $ (31,946) $ 9,116,638 Fieldhouse/Aquatics $ 1,054,429 $ 3,362,476 $ 3,153,675 $ 175,846 $ 1,439,074 Park Sales Tax $ 393,288 $ 5,798,551 $ 5,157,444 $ - $ 1,034,394 Golf Course $ 434,836 $ 2,573,382 $ 2,292,721 $ - $ 715,498 Water Utility $ 20,575,291 $ 13,268,163 $ 12,872,989 $ (918,654) $ 20,051,811 Sewer Utility $ 18,386,489 $ 14,327,140 $ 11,843,064 $ (1,505,135) $ 19,365,431 Hotel/Motel Tax $ 1,708,210 $ 792,608 $ 690,072 $ (198,241) $ 1,612,505 Public Safety Sales Tax $ 9,158,112 $ 5,668,772 $ 6,306,888 $ - $ 8,519,996 Totals $ 130,076,655 $ 93,493,836 $ 112,763,377 $ - $ 110,807,113 9  City of Blue Springs Budget Summary Fiscal Year 2025-26 Revenues Expenditures By Source: Expenditures by Function Property Tax $ 8,040,522 General Government $ 8,872,622 City Sales Tax $ 11,261,808 Public Works $ 4,188,030 Transportation Sales Tax $ 5,379,087 Public Safety $ 18,813,449 Public Safety Sales Tax $ 5,359,472 Fieldhouse/Aquatics $ 3,153,675 Park Sales Tax $ 5,763,011 Parks and Recreation $ 3,682,244 Utility Franchise Fees $ 4,869,219 Vesper Hall Senior Center $ 738,884 Taxes - Other $ 8,421,355 Building Maintenance $ 994,029 Licenses and Permits $ 1,130,588 Golf Course $ 2,206,221 Other Government Sources $ 5,962,616 Water Utility $ 8,318,489 Charges for Services $ 4,803,993 Sewer Utility $ 6,492,910 Utility Service Fees $ 25,011,145 Hotel / Motel $ 690,072 Golf Course Fees $ 2,557,314 Total $ 58,150,625 Fines and Forfeits $ 665,248 Interest Income $ 3,558,371 Operating Expenditures by Category Other $ 710,086 Personal Services $ 30,509,656 Use of Cash Reserves $ 19,269,541 Supplies and Materials $ 3,735,312 Total Projected Revenues $ 112,763,377 Contracted Services $ 23,905,657 Total $ 58,150,625 Tax Rates (As of November 1, 2025) Capital Improvement Expenditures Property Tax per $100 assessed valuation: Community Development $ 4,904,600 City of Blue Springs $ 0.5801 Parks $ 3,154,264 Central Jackson County Fire $ 1.2078 Public Safety $ 475,000 Board of Disabled Services $ 0.0732 Streets $ 21,609,970 Metropolitan Community College $ 0.1806 Sanitary Sewer $ 1,187,155 Mid-Continent Library $ 0.3152 Sni-A-Bar $ 1,000,000 Mental Health $ 0.0974 Water System $ 1,238,725 R-4 School District $ 5.1685 Capital Outlay $ 2,767,923 Jackson County $ 0.5056 Total $ 36,337,637 Blind Pension $ 0.0300 Total $ 8.1584 Sales Taxes per $1.00 in sales: City 1% Sales Tax $ 0.01000 Debt Service Expenditures City 1/2% Transportation Sales Tax $ 0.00500 General Obligation Debt $ 2,303,244 City 1/2% Public Safety Sales Tax $ 0.00500 Park Sales Tax Debt $ 2,207,444 City 1/2% Parks Sale Tax $ 0.00500 Public Safety Sales Tax Debt $ 1,375,596 Kansas City Zoo Tax $ 0.00125 TIF Capital Projects $ 6,542,023 State $ 0.03000 Grain Valley / Tri-County $ 3,000,000 County $ 0.00500 Sewer $ 2,846,808 Central Jackson County Fire $ 0.00500 Total $ 18,275,115 Stadium Sales Tax $ 0.00375 State (Proposition C) $ 0.01000 Conservation $ 0.00125 Soil Conservation $ 0.00100 Drug Task Force $ 0.00250 Children's Services Fund $ 0.00250 Total $ 0.08725 Total Budgeted Expenditures $ 112,763,377 10 11  AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION [def:$signername|printname|req|signer1] [def:$signersig|sig|req|signer1] [def:$notarysig|sig|req|notary] [def:$date|date|req|notary] [def:$state|state|req|notary] [def:$county|county|req|notary] [def:$disclosure|disclosure|req|notary] [def:$seal|seal|req|notary] State of Florida, County of Broward, ss: I, Anjana Bhadoriya, of lawful age, being duly sworn upon oath depose and say that I am an agent of Column Software, PBC, duly appointed and authorized agent of the Publisher of Examiner, a publication that is a "legal newspaper" as that phrase is defined for the city of Independence, for the County of Jackson, in the state of Missouri, that this affidavit is Page 1 of 1 with the full text of the sworn-to notice set forth on the pages that follow, and that the attachment hereto contains the correct copy of what was published in said legal newspaper in consecutive issues on the following dates: Publication Dates: Aug 13, 2025 Printer's Fee: $52.41 [$signersig] ______________________________ [$seal] Agent VERIFICATION State of Florida County of Broward 08/14/2025 Signed or attested before me on this: [$date] [$notarysig] __________________________________________ Notary Public Notarized remotely online using communication technology via Proof. [$disclosure] Budget Public Hearing | Page 1 of 1  8/28/2025 STRATEGIC PLAN 2025-2030 1 What is a Strategic Plan • At its core, a Strategic Plan is a living document that guides decision making. • But it is more than just a document – a Strategic Plan is a roadmap for how City leadership can work together, stay aligned, and deliver results that matter to the people of Blue Springs. • It helps set a clear direction for its future by outlining goals and objectives • It helps focus City efforts on the areas identified as most critical to achieving its desired outcomes and adapt its plans as circumstances change 2 1  8/28/2025 Mission and Vision Statements • Mission: Why do we exist? • Vision: Where are we headed? • They help guide decisions, align priorities, and inspire action – for staff, residents, and external partners. • A clear mission keeps everyone focused on what matters most, while a compelling vision provides a shared picture of our future. 3 Mission Statement The City provides services that promote a safe and welcoming environment, support sustainable growth, and strengthen community for today and tomorrow. 4 2  8/28/2025 Vision Statement Blue Springs is a growing community with the heart of a small- town, driven by big opportunities and a commitment to a high quality of life for all. 5 Strategic Priorities • What are the focus areas to move toward the City’s vision? • These strategic priorities are being given focus because they were identified as being the most important areas for opportunity and improvement via the community and employee engagement 6 3  8/28/2025 Strategic Priorities • Downtown Revitalization • Balanced Growth • Community Identity • Infrastructure • Community Safety and Wellbeing • Organizational Health 7 Downtown Continue to develop Downtown to be a destination for the entire Blue Springs community with a variety of residential housing opportunities Revitalization and diverse dining, entertainment, and retail. 8 4  8/28/2025 Community Enhance community engagement and identity by developing a comprehensive brand that reflects the unique culture and assets of Blue Identity Springs. 9 Balanced Expand and grow the City strategically and thoughtfully for residents Growth and businesses to adequately prepare to accommodate growth. 10 5  8/28/2025 Infrastructure Build and maintain infrastructure to provide safe and reliable services. 11 Community Safety and Wellbeing Maintain a safe environment where people feel and are secure. 12 6  8/28/2025 Organizational Health Create an environment that encourages collaboration, teamwork, integrity and accountability to empower staff to deliver exceptional service for the Community. 13 City Budget FY 2025-26 14 7  8/28/2025 City Budget FY 2025-26 • At the simplest level, the City prepares an annual budget because we are required by law to do so. • Preparation of the budget presents an opportunity to evaluate work of past and current years and, most importantly, plan the work of the fiscal year ahead. • Budget decisions are policy decisions. • When we decide which services we will fund, at what level, we are making important policy decisions, which will profoundly affect the citizens of the community. 15 How does this relate to the City’s Strategic Plan? 16 8  8/28/2025 Strategic Plan and The Budget • The City’s Strategic Plan outlines strategic priorities, goals, and objectives that provide the City with a framework for focused effort and meaningful progress. • The City hosted a Budget Work Session on August 19th where Departments were able to share with Mayor and council where resources are being prioritized as they correlate to the identified Strategic Priorities for the City. • This was a critical step in helping to initiate the implementation phase, ensuring that City leadership, department directors, and staff will be able to translate our strategic goals into action steps. 17 Major Initiatives and Budget Items As They Correlate to Strategic Plan Priority Areas 18 9  8/28/2025 Downtown Revitalization • CD-04 – Downtown Master Plan Implementation - $4,904,600 • “Complete a comprehensive streetscape design for Downtown by December 2025.” • PR-23 – Central Park Improvements - $204,264 • Resolution No. 61-2025 – CDBG Funds allocating $150,000 for a trail around the Central Park Pond • “Approve a Central Park plan that supports recreation and community gatherings by December 2025” • “Complete construction of Central Park improvements to serve as a Downtown amenity by December 2028” • Contract no. 2025-085 - $37,591 – Demolition of houses on City-Owned Church Property • “Adopt a redevelopment or reuse plan for the church property to support downtown revitalization by December 2026” 19 Infrastructure • ST-06 – Preventive Pavement Maintenance Program - $13,028,308 • ST-06 – Neighborhood Street Preservation - $15,000,000 • “Prepare a 20-year preventive street maintenance plan to establish a proactive approach to pavement repair…” • “Complete Street Capital Improvement Plan in FY 2025-2026” • Resolution No. 13-2025 - $1,052,000 for the addition of a Right Turn Lane at Adams Dairy Parkway and Duncan Road • ST-64 Crack Sealer - $73,096 • ST-65 Skid Steer - $84,655 • ST-66 Mock Avenue Improvements - $1,932,000 • ST-55 SW 12th Street Improvements - $4,514,984 20 10  8/28/2025 Infrastructure Stormwater Projects: • STM-06 Stormwater Maintenance – $100,000 • SAN-07 Citywide Maintenance - $1,102,500 • Resolution No. 04-2025 – $304,190 South Outer Road Watermain Improvement Project • 2024-166 – Water System Study • “prepare a water system study of the City’s water system to address aging infrastructure and future capacity needs.” • “Prepare a sewer system study to assess current conditions, evaluate system capacity, identify needs, and support regulatory compliance.” • 2024-166 - $515,105 - Contract Management Services for Sni-A-Bar Wastewater Treatment Facility • “Design and construct Sni-A-Bar Plan improvements by December 2030” 21 Infrastructure • Sewer Maintenance - $10,000 for Sewer Camera Maintenance • “Stay current with evolving technologies” • “Prepare a sewer system study” Parks & Recreation: • Contract No. 2025-065 - $294,100 – Design Services for Southwest Park • “Complete Southwest Park by December 2028” 22 11  8/28/2025 Balanced Growth • Community Development - $5,000 for Consulting or professional services related to potential annexation efforts • “Strategically annex properties to accommodate future residential and commercial amenities and employment opportunities.” • Community Development - $5,000 for Travel for retail recruitment efforts in conjunction with Retail Strategies for 2 city Representatives • CD-01 - $250,000 for the Comprehensive Plan Update • “Adopt the Comprehensive Plan update by December 2026” • $176,050 in the current FY 2024-25 Budget for the Implementation of Software to allow all permits and plans to be submitted electronically 23 Community Safety and Wellbeing • PS-13 – Police Department Locker Room Expansion - $300,000 • “Hire two officers per 1,000 population by December 2030” • Public Safety Administration Budget - $10,000 for Mental Health Visits • “Complete Officer mental health visits biannually” Public Safety Community Services Budget: • $10,510 for FirstTwo – a public safety software platform designed to provide real-time, location-based intelligence to law enforcement and emergency response agencies. • $22,000 for CommsCoach – Tool designed to transform and enhance both training and quality assurance processes for Dispatch by leveraging AI to analyze and evaluate audio recordings • “Use Developing technologies, equipment, systems and facilities to address safety and reduce incidents of Crime.” 24 12  8/28/2025 Community Safety and Wellbeing • Operations Bureau Budget - $43,200 for Drone Maintenance • “Implement Drones as First Responder Technology by December 2027” 25 Community Identity • PS-22 Council Chambers/Courtroom Audio Visual - $175,000 • Providing Residents with helpful information on community offerings, City services, and neighborhood connections • Assisting with consistency across City operations • Website Redesign - $67,300 • “Launch a new City website and new domain name by March 2026.” 26 13  8/28/2025 Community Identity Creation of a City Style Guide by December 2025 • Consistent branding • Cohesive messaging • New Name Badges • New Business Cards / Stationary • Magazines / City Communications • “Develop and implement a comprehensive brand identity that clearly articulates and celebrates the unique culture of Blue Springs and highlights the assets of the community to help ensure consistency across all City operations.” 27 Organizational Health • Wellness Program - $60,000 • “Elevate a culture that celebrates wins, recognizes significant achievements, and promotes employee engagement and wellness.” • LinkedIn Learning - $21,588 • “Leverage modern technology and system capabilities to improve operations.” • “Invest in personnel, training, equipment, technology and professional education to enhance the delivery of public services and support professional growth.” 28 14  8/28/2025 What’s Next • A dedicated implementation team comprised of City leadership, department directors, staff, and external partners will oversee the translation of strategic goals into action steps. • This team will track progress, manage timelines, and adapt as needed to ensure that every initiative remains aligned with community priorities. • The City will also host annual review sessions with the Mayor and City Council to assess the outcomes, identify emerging issues, and adjust the Plan as necessary. 29 What’s Next Blue Springs residents can expect to see meaningful progress this year in areas such as infrastructure improvements, downtown revitalization, economic development, public safety initiatives, and enhancements to quality of life. 30 15  8/28/2025 The shared vision we’ve built together will serve not only as a guide but as a commitment: we will grow intentionally, act collaboratively, and strive to deliver results that make residents proud to call Blue Springs home. 31 32 16 Introduced by Councilmember ____________ BILL NO. 5347 ORDINANCE NO. ________ AN ORDINANCE APPROVING, ADOPTING AND APPROPRIATING THE ANNUAL OPERATING AND CAPITAL BUDGETS OF THE CITY OF BLUE SPRINGS, MISSOURI, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR OCTOBER 1, 2025 - SEPTEMBER 30, 2026 WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 7.2 of the City Charter, the City Council does hereby adopt the Budget for the 2025-26 Fiscal Year, including proposed income, proposed operating expenditures, and proposed capital expenditures; and WHEREAS, total proposed expenditures shall not exceed the total of estimated income plus any surplus anticipated to be on hand at the end of the 2024-25 fiscal year; and WHEREAS, the City Council has held a Public Hearing for public comment and input on September 2, 2025, for the October 1, 2025 - September 30, 2026 Proposed Annual Budget as required by Section 7.5 of the City Charter. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BLUE SPRINGS, MISSOURI, as follows: Section 1. The Annual Budget of $112,763,377 including organizational salary schedule, operating and expenses accounts for staff, boards and commissions, and the City Council, debt service fund accounts, special revenues funds, enterprise funds, capital projects funds and a Capital Improvements Program (CIP) of the City of Blue Springs, Missouri, for the fiscal year commencing October 1, 2025, and ending September 30, 2026, as submitted by the City Administrator and incorporated herein by reference, as if fully set out in this Ordinance, is hereby approved. Fund Proposed Budget FY 2025-26 General $ 34,261,282 Hotel/Motel Tax $ 690,072 Public Safety Sales Tax $ 6,306,888 Parks Sales Tax $ 5,157,444 Debt Service $ 2,303,244 Capital Projects $ 26,718,834 TIF Capital Projects $ 7,163,164 Fieldhouse/Aquatics $ 3,153,675 Golf Course $ 2,292,721 Water $ 12,872,989 Sewer $ 11,843,064 Total Budget by Fund $ 112,763,377 Section 2. The City Administrator is hereby authorized to expend the funds as set forth in said Budget. Section 3. That this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after October 1, 2025. 2025ORD Section 4. Scrivener’s Errors. Typographical errors and other matters of a similar nature that do not affect the intent of this Ordinance, as determined by the City Clerk, may be corrected with the endorsement of the City Administrator without the need to come before the City Council. PASSED by the City Council of the City of Blue Springs, Missouri, and approved by the Mayor of Blue Springs, this 2nd day of September 2025. CITY OF BLUE SPRINGS _____________________________ Chris Lievsay, Mayor ATTEST: ____________________________ Erin Ford, City Clerk 1st Reading: ________________ 2nd Reading: _______________ 2  Council Meeting Date: September 2, 2025 Agenda Item #: 7 & 8 Page 1 of 2 CITY OF BLUE SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION FORM DATE SUBMITTED: August 19, 2025 SUBMITTED BY: Mike Mallon DEPARTMENT: City Development Ordinance Resolution Presentation Public Hearing Contract Discussion Economic Dev. Other ISSUE/REQUEST Adopt a Resolution approving the extension of the Main Center Redevelopment Corporation (MCRC) Incentive Policy for three additional years and passage of a Bill amending Section 805.030.D of the Code of Ordinances to allow for the continuation of credits for certain fees in the MCRC for a period of three additional years. BACKGROUND/JUSTIFICATION The MCRC Incentive Policy is designed to strengthen the economic vitality of the Main Center area by providing financial incentives for improving the appearance and structural condition of its buildings and increasing infill development of vacant parcels and population density to further support commercial properties. The MCRC Incentive Policy expires in 2025 and requires recommendation of the MCRC Board of Directors and approval of the City Council for an extension. The new Downtown Master Plan was adopted by City Council on March 18, 2024. Staff recommends a three-year extension to the current policy to align with the current MCRC Cooperative Agreement and to allow sufficient review time to see if changes are necessary or advisable to help implement the Downtown Master Plan. Staff, the MCRC Board and Council would review the policy in 2028 after further steps are taken to implement the Master Plan and the policy is reviewed to better align with the goals and outcomes of the Master Plan. The only changes in the policy language are to remove any references to the Downtown Review Board, which was decommissioned by the City Council on December 16, 2024, and to Section VI, which changes the expiration date of the policy to September 30, 2028. In addition, if the Incentive Policy is extended for three years, Council shall consider a Bill amending Section 805.030.D of the Code of Ordinances, extending the program three years, which allows a 50% fee reduction for projects in the MCRC District. The only change in the Code is the expiration date of the program to September 30, 2028. Proposed changes were recommended for approval by the MCRC Board of Directors on August 5, 2025. FINANCIAL IMPACT Contractor: N/A 2025CIF  Council Meeting Date: September 2, 2025 Agenda Item #: 7 & 8 Page 2 of 2 PROJECT TIMELINE Estimated Start Date Estimated End Date September 3, 2025 September 30, 2028 STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval. OTHER BOARDS & COMMISSIONS ASSIGNED Name of Board or Commission: MCRC Board of Directors Date: August 5, 2025 Action: Unanimous recommendation for all items to be presented for City Council approval ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROJECT Main Center Redevelopment Corporation LIST OF REFERENCE DOCUMENTS ATTACHED 1. Resolution with proposed policy attached as Exhibit A 2. Bill amending Section 805.030.D REVIEWED BY: Requesting Director: Budget: Mike Mallon N/A Legal: City Administrator: James Newell Christine Cates 2025CIF  Resolution No. 66-2025 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A THREE-YEAR EXTENSION OF THE MAIN CENTER REDEVELOPMENT CORPORATION INCENTIVE POLICY WHEREAS, the City of Blue Springs has a sincere interest in maintaining and redeveloping its Downtown in a manner that is both aesthetically and economically viable; and WHEREAS, the City recognizes the need to promote the welfare of the Downtown business base; and WHEREAS, the City recognizes redevelopment is more challenging than conventional development and often requires incentives to assist in redevelopment; and WHEREAS, the City has implemented a Main Center Redevelopment Corporation Incentive Policy, which is revised periodically; and WHEREAS, the Main Center Redevelopment Corporation Board of Directors met August 5, 2025 and voted unanimously to recommend a three-year extension of the Main Center Redevelopment Corporation policy and fees for City Council approval, and WHEREAS, the City wishes to extend the policy while allowing for the review of the policy as part of the implementation steps of the new Downtown Master Plan adopted by City Council March, 18, 2024. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BLUE SPRINGS, MISSOURI, as follows: Section 1. That the Main Center Redevelopment Corporation Incentive Policy, which is attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by reference, is hereby adopted and extended for three additional years through September 30, 2028. Section 2. Scrivener’s Errors. Typographical errors and other matters of a similar nature that do not affect the intent of this Ordinance, as determined by the City Clerk, may be corrected with the endorsement of the City Administrator without the need to come before the City Council. PASSED by the City Council of the City of Blue Springs, Missouri, and approved by the Mayor of Blue Springs, this 2nd day of September 2025. CITY OF BLUE SPRINGS _____________________________ Chris Lievsay, Mayor ATTEST: ____________________________ Erin Ford, City Clerk 2025RES  EXHIBIT A City of Blue Springs, Missouri Main Center Redevelopment Corporation Incentive Policy I. Program Statement The intent of the Main Center Redevelopment Corporation (MCRC) is to strengthen the economic viability of the Main Center area by providing financial incentives for improving the appearance and structural conditions of its buildings and increasing the infill development of vacant parcels and population density to further support commercial properties. Additionally, this policy is designed to encourage new investment and re- development not associated with deferred routine maintenance neglected by the current property owner. As such, the policy is not intended to serve as routine maintenance relief (HVAC, paint, gutters, roofing), but rather a catalyst to blight removal and district betterment. Main Center has been at the heart of Blue Springs development since early 1880’s. Twelve of the 126 buildings in the redevelopment area were constructed prior to 1900, while buildings in the entire area average over 50 years old. The maturity of the area brings with it both charm as well as challenges in that many of the buildings and land parcels do not conform to current standards and practices. The Main Center Redevelopment Corporation was incorporated to allow the City of Blue Springs to assist business and property owners in meeting these challenges. The ultimate success of the Main Center is dependent on private sector commitment. It is up to the merchants, building owners, residents, professionals and investors to improve the value of their businesses and the condition of their buildings. These incentive programs are intended to stimulate improvements to the Main Center Corridor by providing innovative financing mechanisms. It presents an opportunity to preserve our community’s heritage, and to enhance and promote the unique atmosphere which Main Center can provide. Successful implementation will result in a stronger Main Center and a stronger Blue Springs community. II. Downtown Master Plan A number of downtown buildings have been altered in a manner that does not contribute to the appearance or the image of Main Center. In some cases, alteration is not consistent with the overall design of the structure itself. Such building treatments are in direct conflict with the need for a comprehensive, coordinated approach to improvements. Several guiding documents have been developed with public input for the downtown area. In January 2007, the City adopted the original Downtown Master Plan, in 2017 Downtown Design Guidelines were established, and in 2024 a new Downtown Master Plan was adopted by the City. It is important that structures, both in their design and use, conform to the Downtown Master Plan and Design Guidelines. Accordingly, no incentive program shall be granted 1  EXHIBIT A unless, at a minimum, the proposed Redevelopment Project conforms to these standards as determined by City staff. This Policy provides for two types of incentives: (1) real property tax abatement and (2) a reduction in permit fees which would be applicable to new development and redevelopment under the city code. It is contemplated that development may request and receive one, or both incentive programs. The two are not considered mutually exclusive. III. Description of Tax Abatement Program Pursuant to Chapter 353, RSMo, the Main Center Redevelopment Corporation has the ability to abate real property taxes for redevelopment projects. The amount and length of the tax abatement is dependent on which “Level” applies to the project: A, B or C. The incentive amount varies with each Level depending upon the investment amount. Level A The purpose of Level A is to attract sizable (market shifting) investments. There are two classes within Level A: Investment Threshold: Minimum $750,000 Incentive Amount 10 years 100% abatement + 15 years at 75% abatement Investment Threshold Minimum $1,000,000 – Requires “But for” economic analysis, paid for by the applicant Incentive Amount 10 years 100% abatement + 15 years at 100% abatement Level B The purpose of Level B is to attract mid-market investments (market stimulating): Investment Threshold $100,000 - $749,999 Investment Amount 10 years 100% abatement + 15 years at 50% abatement Level C The purpose of Level C is to attract market stabilizing investments (market stabilization): Investment Threshold $5,000 - $99,999 Incentive Amount: Equal to cost of improvements or 100% abatement for 10 years, whichever occurs first 2  EXHIBIT A Determination of qualified investment threshold. If the project involves new construction, or rehabilitation of an existing structure, interior and exterior costs may count towards the investment range. The total project budget for the investment should look to allocate 50% to exterior costs and 50% to interior costs, subject to the MCRC Board of Directors review. Interior costs shall not include furniture, appliances, inventory, trade or display fixtures. The MCRC Board of Directors shall review the project budget and make a recommendation to the City Council for approval. Project density. A project shall generally relate to an individual land parcel, but treating multiple properties as if assembled may be appropriate depending upon the circumstances. This policy shall not generally apply to individual single family residential structures, unless it is appropriate to treat a project involving multiple structures as a whole. Commercial projects may have one or more units per structure. Impact on School District Because new residential projects which qualify for Levels A or B have the potential to significantly generate students into the school district, affected parties shall confer with the District to identify mitigating factors, such as entering into a PILOT Agreement, as may be appropriate given such a project's financial viability. For example, one new residential single family dwelling would not generally be expected to qualify at Levels A or B, and requiring a PILOT on this lower investment amount may render this Policy's abatement inconsequential as a means to incenting development which conforms to the Downtown Master Plan. However, a multiple family residential structure (e.g., attached housing, four-plex, etc.) may well qualify at Levels A or B and, given this higher investment amount, a PILOT Agreement would be appropriate. “PILOT” refers to payments in lieu of taxes to be made to all taxing authorities whose property tax revenues are affected by the abatement on the same pro rata basis and in the same manner as the ad valorem property tax revenues received by each taxing authority from such property in the year such payments are due. But-for economic analysis means that, with respect to a particular Redevelopment Project, the applicant would not reasonably be anticipated to undertake the Redevelopment Project without the tax abatement incentive, which may be evidenced by an applicant’s affidavit attesting to this fact. The cost of the but-for economic analysis will be paid for by the applicant. IV. Description of Permit Fee Program City Code Section 805.030 provides the public purpose and framework for a partial waiver of building, plan review, and sign permit fees inclusive of water and sewer system development fees (Fees) to encourage in-fill development and redevelopment in the Main Center area. In each situation, upon request, the Fees within the district will be reduced by one-half (½), or 50%. 3  EXHIBIT A V. Eligible Property Redevelopment projects may be located on any parcel within the MCRC Redevelopment Area. See attached Exhibit B for the redevelopment area boundaries. VI. Tax Abatement Application Process: Applications for the program will be accepted by the City Staff on behalf of Main Center Redevelopment Corporation. A $250.00 filing fee to MCRC is required with the application for investment Level “C” or a filing fee of $750.00 for investment Level “A” and “B”. The Application will first be reviewed by City Staff for a determination of whether the proposed Redevelopment Project conforms to the Downtown Master Plan. If City Staff determines that the proposed Redevelopment Project conforms to the Downtown Master Plan, then the application will be considered by the MCRC Board of Directors for recommendation to the City Council, including a recommendation as to the appropriate incentive Level. The City Council shall then consider the MCRC recommendation. If the City Council favorably considers the application, it will adopt an ordinance approving the redevelopment project and authorizing the tax abatement. The property owner and MCRC will then enter into a Memorandum of Understanding setting forth program responsibilities and expectations and execute deeds conveying the property – albeit briefly – to MCRC and then back to the property owner, which then serves as the statutory trigger for the tax abatement. The tax incentive is available for only those projects that have been approved by the City Council before the project is started. The project is considered started when the applicant has received one or more building permits for the project. VII. Permit Fee Reduction Process Requests for reduction in Fees can be made to the Community Development Department along with the submission of applicable Permit Application materials. VI. Expiration This Policy expires September 30, 2028. No applications will be accepted after this period, but applications submitted before September 30, 2028 will be processed in accordance with this Policy. VII. Performance Audit To assist in measuring the effectiveness of this Policy, City Staff shall collect the following benchmark data: baseline annual assessed valuation of the Redevelopment Area; number of building permits issued with and without abatements within the 4  EXHIBIT A Redevelopment Area identifying the number of projects (and units) completed per parcel; capital investment amount; amount of square feet built or rehabilitated. This data shall be documented annually. City Staff shall present to the MCRC Board of Directors and the City Council a Performance Audit that quantifies and analyzes the program results. City Staff shall also make a recommendation whether the program should be continued or modified. All affected taxing jurisdictions shall be provided with a copy of the Performance Audit and notified of the date that it will be presented to the City. 5 Introduced by Councilmember ____________ BILL NO. 5348 ORDINANCE NO. ________ AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 805.030.D OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CITY OF BLUE SPRINGS, MISSOURI TO ALLOW FOR THE CONTINUATION OF CREDITS FOR CERTAIN FEES IN THE MAIN CENTER REDEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FOR A PERIOD OF THREE YEARS WHEREAS, the City of Blue Springs added a new Section 805.030: Credits for Permit Fees in the Main Center Redevelopment Corporation Area to the Code of Ordinances, by Ordinance No. 4676 on August 7, 2017; and WHEREAS, it is advisable to amend Section 805.030.D to extend the credits for a period of three years; and WHEREAS, extending the credits to expire in three years will align with the expiration of the Main Center Redevelopment Corporation Incentive Policy and allow alignment with the continued implementation of the Downtown Master Plan; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BLUE SPRINGS, MISSOURI, as follows: NOTE: LANGUAGE TO BE ADDED IS UNDERLINED. LANGUAGE TO BE DELETED IS SHOWN AS STRICKEN. Sections and Subsections not set out herein are not amended or changed Section 1. That Section 805.030.D shall be amended as follows: D. This Section shall expire on November 5, 2023 September 30, 2028 unless extended by action of the City Council. Section 3. That this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and approval. Section 4. Scrivener’s Errors. Typographical errors and other matters of a similar nature that do not affect the intent of this Ordinance, as determined by the City Clerk, may be corrected with the endorsement of the City Administrator without the need to come before the City Council. 2025ORD-AmendCode  PASSED by the City Council of the City of Blue Springs, Missouri, and approved by the Mayor of Blue Springs, this 2nd day of September 2025. CITY OF BLUE SPRINGS _____________________________ Chris Lievsay, Mayor ATTEST: ____________________________ Erin Ford, City Clerk 1st Reading: ________________ 2nd Reading: _______________ 2