City Council
Regular MeetingOlathe, KS · August 6, 2019
Minutes
City of Olathe City Council
100 E. Santa Fe | Council Chamber
Tuesday | August 6, 2019 | 6:30 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER
Present: Bacon, Brownlee, Campbell, Randall, McCoy, Vogt, and
Copeland
Others in attendance were City Manager Wilkes, Assistant City Manager
Sherman and City Attorney Shaver.
2. EXECUTIVE SESSION
Consideration of motion to recess into an executive session to discuss the following
items:
A. For preliminary discussions related to acquisition of property pursuant to
the exception provided in K.S.A.75-4319(b)(6) regarding the acquisition
of property in west Olathe, and for consultation with the City’s attorneys
which would be deemed privileged in the attorney-client relationship
pursuant to the exception provided in K.S.A. 75-4319(b)(2) pertaining to
a real estate contract.
Motion by Randall and seconded by Bacon, to recess into an executive
session for preliminary discussions related to acquisition of property
pursuant to the exception provided in K.S.A.75-4319(b)(6) regarding the
acquisition of property in west Olathe, and for consultation with the
City’s attorneys which would be deemed privileged in the attorney-client
relationship pursuant to the exception provided in K.S.A. 75-4319(b)(2)
pertaining to a real estate contract for 25 minutes, and resuming in the
City Council Chamber.
Yes: Bacon, Randall, McCoy, Vogt, and Copeland
Absent: Brownlee, and Campbell
B. For preliminary discussions related to acquisition of property pursuant to
the exception provided in K.S.A.75-4319(b)(6).
Motion by Randall and seconded by Bacon, to recess into an executive
session for preliminary discussions related to acquisition of property
pursuant to the exception provided in K.S.A.75-4319(b)(6) regarding the
Mahaffie Circle Improvements Project, PN 3-C-107-17 for 25 minutes,
and resuming in the City Council Chamber.
Yes: Bacon, Randall, McCoy, Vogt, and Copeland
Absent: Brownlee, and Campbell
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Councilmember Campbell and Councilmember Brownlee arrived at 6:32 P.M.
3. RECONVENE FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION
The meeting reconvened at 6:55 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
Executive Session item A - Motion by Randall, seconded by Bacon, to authorize
the City Attorney to finalize and the Mayor to execute a real estate contract for
the acquisition of certain real property in west Olathe, and further authorize the
City Attorney to finalize and the Mayor to execute a First Amendment to a Real
Estate Contract with First Street Development, LLC. Motion passed 7-0.
Executive Session item B - Motion by Randall, seconded by Bacon, to authorize
staff to acquire the public right-of-way and easements necessary to construct
the Mahaffie Circle Improvements Project, PN 3-C-107-17, as directed by the
Governing Body. Motion passed 7-0.
4. BEGIN TELEVISED SESSION – 7:00 P. M.
5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
6. SPECIAL BUSINESS
A. Recognition of Luke Nelson for receiving the Boy Scouts of America
Heroism Award.
Mayor Copeland presented Life Scout Luke Nelson of Troop 459
with a recognition certificate for receiving the Boy Scouts of
America's National Court of Honor Heroism Award for saving the life
of his grandfather and uncle from drowning during a boating
accident.
7. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Consideration of a public hearing to hear comments regarding the
proposed City of Olathe 2020 Budget.
Budget Manager Matt Randall completed a brief presentation
covering the 2020 budget.
Mayor Copeland opened the public hearing.
Nikki McDonald, 14506 S. Darnell St., complimented the Governing
Body and Staff on the work they do for the community. Ms.
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McDonald pointed out areas she feels the City could improve in,
such as passing a non-discrimination ordinance as well as
combating poverty in our city. Ms. McDonald hopes the City will
invest in those who continue to struggle in our community.
Hearing no further public comments, Mayor Copeland entertained a
motion to close the public hearing.
Motion by Randall, seconded by Bacon, to close the public hearing. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: Bacon, Brownlee, Campbell, Randall, McCoy, Vogt, and
Copeland
8. CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember McCoy requested item “E” be removed for separate consideration
and vote.
Motion by Randall, seconded by Bacon to approve the consent agenda with the
exception of item “E”. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: Bacon, Brownlee, Campbell, Randall, McCoy, Vogt, and
Copeland
A. Consideration of approval of City Council meeting minutes of July 9 and
July 16, 2019.
Approved
B. Consideration of a new drinking establishment application for Aoyama
Ramen, located at 14960 W. 119th Street and renewal applications for
Texas Roadhouse of Kansas, LLC, located at 11973 Strang Line Road
and K Macho’s Mexican Restaurant, located at 1229 E. Santa Fe.
Approved
C. Consideration of Resolution No. 19-1052 consenting to the assignment
of a portion of the benefits of Resolution No. 18-1020 determining the
intent of the City to issue industrial revenue bonds from Ace Properties
LLC to Hunt Investments, LLC.
Approved
D. Consideration of a detachment agreement with the Northwest
Consolidated Fire District of Johnson County.
Approved
E. Consideration and Approval of 2020 Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) funding recommendations.
Councilmember McCoy asked what the initials JCDS stood for and
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what their request is for.
Housing and Transportation Division Manager, Kathy Rankin, stated
JCDS stands for Johnson County Developmental Support. Ms.
Rankin stated JCDS requested funds to install a rail in one of the
group homes for use in lifting individuals that need to be moved
from one room to another, which is considered construction and
rehab.
Motion by Randall and seconded by Bacon to approve consent item E.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: Bacon, Brownlee, Campbell, Randall, McCoy, Vogt, and
Copeland
F. Consideration of Consent Calendar.
Approved
G. Consideration of Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement with McCown
Gordon Construction, LLC for construction of the Park Maintenance
Facilities Improvements Project, PN 6-C-001-18.
Approved
H. Consideration of an Agreement with Johnson County for design of the
Mill Creek, Prairie to Cedar, Phase 1, Stormwater Improvements
Project, PN 2-C-030-18.
Approved
I. Consideration of a Professional Services Agreement with Olsson, Inc.
for design of the 127th Street Arterial Mill and Overlay Project, PN
3-P-002-20, Cedar Creek Parkway Arterial Mill and Overlay Project, PN
3-P-003-20, and Ridgeview Road Arterial Mill and Overlay Project, PN
3-P-004-20.
Approved
J. Acceptance of bid and consideration of award to Ingram Content Group
for library materials for the Olathe libraries.
Approved
K. Consideration of renewal of contract to Titan Protection & Consulting,
Inc. for security services for the Olathe libraries.
Approved
L. Acceptance of bid and consideration of award to Master’s
Transportation, Inc. for the replacement of one passenger shuttle bus
for the City’s Parks & Recreation Department.
Approved
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M. Consideration of renewal of contract to SFG Road Maintenance for the
purchase of BEET 55 for the Field Operations Divisions of Public
Works.
Approved
N. Consideration of renewal of contract to Paving Maintenance Supply for
the purchase of crack repair material for the Field Operations Division of
Public Works.
Approved
O. Acceptance of proposal and consideration of award of contract to Faster
Asset Solutions for the purchase of a Fleet Management Information
System for the Vehicle Maintenance Section of Public Works.
Approved
9. NEW BUSINESS-PUBLIC WORKS
A. Consideration of Ordinance No. 19-41, RZ19-0008, requesting approval
for a rezoning from R-2 District to D (Downtown Mixed Use) District and
preliminary site development plan for My Child Advocate containing 1 lot
on 0.26± acres; located at 313 N. Chestnut Street. Planning
Commission recommends approval 5-0.
Public Works Senior Planner in the Planning Division, Emily Carrillo,
completed a presentation.
Motion by Randall, seconded by Bacon, to approve Ordinance No.
19-41, RZ19-0008. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: Bacon, Brownlee, Campbell, Randall, McCoy, Vogt, and
Copeland
B. Consideration of Ordinance No. 19-42 (ANX19-0001) annexing
approximately 1.24± acres located at 15032 W. 155th Terrace into the
corporate boundaries of the City of Olathe.
Motion by Randall, seconded by Bacon, to approve Ordinance No.
19-42, ANX 19-0001. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: Bacon, Brownlee, Campbell, Randall, McCoy, Vogt, and
Copeland
C. Consideration of Ordinance No. 19-43 (ANX19-0002) annexing
approximately 39.41± acres located approximately ¼ mile east of S.
Moonlight Terrace and ½ mile north of W. 119th Street into the
corporate boundaries of the City of Olathe.
Motion by Randall, seconded by Bacon, to approve Ordinance No.
19-43, ANX 19-0002. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: Bacon, Brownlee, Campbell, Randall, McCoy, Vogt, and
Copeland
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10. NEW BUSINESS-ADMINISTRATION
A. Consideration of Ordinance No. 19-44 approving the issuance of health
facility revenue bonds in the amount of $30,000,000 on behalf of Olathe
Medical Center, Inc.
Motion by Randall, seconded by Bacon, to approve Ordinance No.
19-44. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: Bacon, Brownlee, Campbell, Randall, McCoy, Vogt, and
Copeland
B. Consideration of Ordinance No. 19-45 levying assessments to collect
city expenditures for weed mowing and debris removal.
Motion by Randall, seconded by Bacon, to approve Ordinance No.
19-45. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: Bacon, Brownlee, Randall, McCoy, Vogt, and Copeland
No: Campbell
C. Consideration of Ordinance Nos. 19-46 and 19-47 amending Chapters
6.18 and 12.21 of the Olathe Municipal Code concerning certain fines
and Ordinance No. 19-48 adding the offense of Operating a Vessel
Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs to the Olathe Municipal Code.
Motion by Randall, seconded by Bacon, to approve Ordinance No.
19-46, Ordinance No. 19-47 and Ordinance No. 19-48. The motion
carried by the following vote:
Yes: Bacon, Brownlee, Campbell, Randall, McCoy, Vogt, and
Copeland
11. NEW CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS
Councilmember Brownlee commented on the passing of Elaine Tatham.
Councilmember Cambell stated Ms. Tatham would be missed.
Councilmember's Bacon and Randall stated they would agree with the
comments of Councilmember's Brownlee and Campbell concerning Ms.
Tatham.
Councilmember McCoy stated he appreciated the comments from Ms.
McDonald during the public hearing about what is going on in the community.
12. END OF TELEVISED SESSION
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13. GENERAL ISSUES AND CONCERNS OF CITIZENS
Mayor Copeland stated there are seven persons signed up to speak, which
means each will get four minutes to speak to stay within the thirty minute limit.
Kate Guimbellot, 11236 S. Race St., spoke in support of a non-discrimination
ordinance and asked the Council to pass this.
Randy Powell, 14481 W. 122 St., spoke in opposition to a non-discrimination
ordinance.
Philip Walsh, 1613 E. Sheridan St., spoke in opposition to a non-discrimination
ordinance.
Wendy Budetti, 17446 W. 161 St., spoke in support of a non-discrimination
ordinance.
Brett Hoedl, 17446 W. 161st St., spoke in support of a non-discrimination
ordinance.
Veronica Malone, 14405 S. Lucille Ct., spoke in support of a non-discrimination
ordinance.
Lisa Lero, 410 E. Cedar St., spoke in support of a non-discrimination ordinance.
Mayor Copeland stated we have received an enormous response from the
community during the open comment period and staff is in the process of
cataloguing those.
City Manager Michael Wilkes stated the information is being catalogued and will
be provided to the Council.
14. CONVENE FOR PLANNING SESSION
Reports are prepared for informational purposes and will be accepted as presented.
There will be no separate discussion unless a Councilmember requests that a report
be removed and considered separately.
A. REPORTS
1. Quarterly Procurement Report.
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The report was accepted and no presentation was given.
15. ADDITIONAL ITEMS
Councilmember McCoy stated the last Olathe Live was held at the Community
Center. Mr. McCoy stated the groups were tremendous and probably one of
the largest crowds he has seen. Mr. McCoy stated this is a way we are giving
back to the citizens and believes we could see concerts at Lake Olathe in the
future.
Councilmember Vogt asked when the housing study would come before the
Council. Ms. Vogt stated affordable housing has become an issue and heard
that Wells Fargo has a one billion dollar grant program for cities and counties.
Ms. Vogt asked that staff look into this.
Mr. Wilkes stated the study would come back within the next thirty to sixty days.
Councilmember Randall stated he is hearing good comments about Lake
Olathe.
Councilmember Bacon stated he was surprised we are charging seven dollars
to access the beach at Lake Olathe and was not aware we were going to do
this.
Mr. Wilkes stated this was part of the plan as we have costs such as lifeguards
and beach upkeep.
Councilmember Brownlee stated she would echo what Councilmember Bacon
said as some of the fees to use the park amenities can add up for a family.
16. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:17 p.m.
David F. Bryant III, MMC
Deputy City Clerk
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Agenda
City of Olathe City Council
100 E. Santa Fe | Council Chamber
Tuesday | August 6, 2019 | 6:30 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. EXECUTIVE SESSION
Consideration of motion to recess into an executive session to discuss the following
items:
A. For preliminary discussions related to acquisition of property pursuant
to the exception provided in K.S.A.75-4319(b)(6) regarding the
acquisition of property in west Olathe, and for consultation with the
City’s attorneys which would be deemed privileged in the attorney-client
relationship pursuant to the exception provided in K.S.A. 75-4319(b)(2)
pertaining to a real estate contract.
Staff Contact: Ron Shaver
B. For preliminary discussions related to acquisition of property pursuant
to the exception provided in K.S.A.75-4319(b)(6).
Staff Contact: Ron Shaver and Mary Jaeger
3. RECONVENE FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION
4. BEGIN TELEVISED SESSION – 7:00 P. M.
5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
6. SPECIAL BUSINESS
A. Recognition of Luke Nelson for receiving the Boy Scouts of America
Heroism Award.
Staff Contact: Liz Ruback
7. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Consideration of a public hearing to hear comments regarding the
proposed City of Olathe 2020 Budget.
Staff Contact: Dianna Wright and Matthew Randall
Action needed: Consider a motion to close the public hearing.
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8. CONSENT AGENDA
The items listed below are considered to be routine by the City Council and may be
approved in one motion. These may include items that have been reviewed by the
City Council in a prior planning session. There will be no separate discussion unless
a Councilmember requests that an item be removed from the consent agenda and
considered separately.
A. Consideration of approval of City Council meeting minutes of July 9 and
July 16, 2019.
Staff Contact: Dianna Wright and David Bryant
B. Consideration of a new drinking establishment application for Aoyama
Ramen, located at 14960 W. 119th Street and renewal applications for
Texas Roadhouse of Kansas, LLC, located at 11973 Strang Line Road
and K Macho’s Mexican Restaurant, located at 1229 E. Santa Fe.
Staff Contact: Dianna Wright and Brenda Long
C. Consideration of Resolution No. 19-1052 consenting to the assignment
of a portion of the benefits of Resolution No. 18-1020 determining the
intent of the City to issue industrial revenue bonds from Ace Properties
LLC to Hunt Investments, LLC.
Staff Contact: Dianna Wright and Emily Vincent
D. Consideration of a detachment agreement with the Northwest
Consolidated Fire District of Johnson County.
Staff Contact: Jeff DeGraffenreid, Ron Shaver and Daniel Yoza
E. Consideration and Approval of 2020 Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) funding recommendations.
Staff Contact: Michael Meadors and Kathy Rankin
F. Consideration of Consent Calendar.
Staff Contact: Mary Jaeger and Beth Wright
G. Consideration of Amendment No. 2 to the Agreement with McCown
Gordon Construction, LLC for construction of the Park Maintenance
Facilities Improvements Project, PN 6-C-001-18.
Staff Contact: Mary Jaeger and Beth Wright
H. Consideration of an Agreement with Johnson County for design of the
Mill Creek, Prairie to Cedar, Phase 1, Stormwater Improvements
Project, PN 2-C-030-18.
Staff Contact: Mary Jaeger and Beth Wright
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I. Consideration of a Professional Services Agreement with Olsson, Inc.
for design of the 127th Street Arterial Mill and Overlay Project, PN
3-P-002-20, Cedar Creek Parkway Arterial Mill and Overlay Project, PN
3-P-003-20, and Ridgeview Road Arterial Mill and Overlay Project, PN
3-P-004-20.
Staff Contact: Mary Jaeger and Beth Wright
J. Acceptance of bid and consideration of award to Ingram Content Group
for library materials for the Olathe libraries.
Staff Contact: Emily Baker and Amy Tharnish
K. Consideration of renewal of contract to Titan Protection & Consulting,
Inc. for security services for the Olathe libraries.
Staff Contact: Emily Baker and Amy Tharnish
L. Acceptance of bid and consideration of award to Master’s
Transportation, Inc. for the replacement of one passenger shuttle bus
for the City’s Parks & Recreation Department.
Staff Contact: Michael Meadors and Amy Tharnish
M. Consideration of renewal of contract to SFG Road Maintenance for the
purchase of BEET 55 for the Field Operations Divisions of Public
Works.
Staff Contact: Mary Jaeger and Amy Tharnish
N. Consideration of renewal of contract to Paving Maintenance Supply for
the purchase of crack repair material for the Field Operations Division of
Public Works.
Staff Contact: Mary Jaeger and Amy Tharnish
O. Acceptance of proposal and consideration of award of contract to
Faster Asset Solutions for the purchase of a Fleet Management
Information System for the Vehicle Maintenance Section of Public
Works.
Staff Contact: Mary Jaeger and Amy Tharnish
9. NEW BUSINESS-PUBLIC WORKS
A. Consideration of Ordinance No. 19-41, RZ19-0008, requesting approval
for a rezoning from R-2 District to D (Downtown Mixed Use) District and
preliminary site development plan for My Child Advocate containing 1 lot
on 0.26± acres; located at 313 N. Chestnut Street. Planning
Commission recommends approval 5-0.
Staff Contact: Aimee Nassif and Emily Carrillo
Action needed: Motion to concur and approve (4 positive votes), deny
(5 positive votes required), or return to Planning Commission.
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B. Consideration of Ordinance No. 19-42 (ANX19-0001) annexing
approximately 1.24± acres located at 15032 W. 155th Terrace into the
corporate boundaries of the City of Olathe.
Staff Contact: Aimee Nassif and Zach Moore
Action needed: Consider a motion to approve or deny.
C. Consideration of Ordinance No. 19-43 (ANX19-0002) annexing
approximately 39.41± acres located approximately ¼ mile east of S.
Moonlight Terrace and ½ mile north of W. 119th Street into the
corporate boundaries of the City of Olathe.
Staff Contact: Aimee Nassif and Zach Moore
Action needed: Consider a motion to approve or deny.
10. NEW BUSINESS-ADMINISTRATION
A. Consideration of Ordinance No. 19-44 approving the issuance of health
facility revenue bonds in the amount of $30,000,000 on behalf of Olathe
Medical Center, Inc.
Staff Contact: Dianna Wright and Emily Vincent
Action needed: Consider a motion to approve or deny.
B. Consideration of Ordinance No. 19-45 levying assessments to collect
city expenditures for weed mowing and debris removal.
Staff Contact: Dianna Wright and David Bryant
Action needed: Consider a motion to approve or deny.
C. Consideration of Ordinance Nos. 19-46 and 19-47 amending Chapters
6.18 and 12.21 of the Olathe Municipal Code concerning certain fines
and Ordinance No. 19-48 adding the offense of Operating a Vessel
Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs to the Olathe Municipal Code.
Staff Contact: Ron Shaver, Chris Grunewald and Daniel Yoza
Action needed: Consider a motion to approve or deny.
11. NEW CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS
12. END OF TELEVISED SESSION
13. GENERAL ISSUES AND CONCERNS OF CITIZENS
14. CONVENE FOR PLANNING SESSION
Reports are prepared for informational purposes and will be accepted as presented.
There will be no separate discussion unless a Councilmember requests that a report
be removed and considered separately.
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A. REPORTS
1. Quarterly Procurement Report.
Staff Contact: Dianna Wright and Amy Tharnish
15. ADDITIONAL ITEMS
16. ADJOURNMENT
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