City Council
Regular MeetingOlathe, KS · December 3, 2019
Minutes
City of Olathe City Council
100 E. Santa Fe | Council Chamber
Tuesday | December 3, 2019 | 7:00 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER
Present: Bacon, Brownlee, Campbell, Randall, McCoy, Vogt, and
Copeland
Also present were City Manager Wilkes, Assistant City Manager Sherman and
City Attorney Shaver.
2. BEGIN TELEVISED SESSION – 7:00 P. M.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. SPECIAL BUSINESS
A. Consideration of Resolution No. 19-1068 reappointing members to the
Board of Code Review.
Mayor Copeland invited Ben Laxton, Fire Protection Engineer,
forward to introduce Jerry Bachar and Adam Zorn.
Mayor Copeland presented each with a certificate of reappointment.
Motion by Randall, seconded by Bacon to approve Resolution No.
19-1068. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: Bacon, Brownlee, Campbell, Randall, McCoy, Vogt, and
Copeland
B. Recognition of Mike Rinke and Sandy Feeney with Service Awards.
Mayor Copeland invited Dean Vakas, Planning Commission
Chairman, forward to introduce Mike Rinke and recognize him for his
years of service on the Planning Commission.
Mayor Copeland invited Brent McCune, Mayor's Christmas Tree
Fund Chairman, forward to introduce and recognize Sandy Feeney
for her years of service on the Mayor's Christmas Tree Board.
Mayor Copeland presented each with a service award and thanked
them for their service to the community.
C. Recognition of 2019-2020 Teen Council Members.
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Mayor Copeland invited Assistant City Manager, Susan Sherman, to
introduce the Teen Council for recognition. She highlighted their
three goals, Educate, Service, and Leadership and asked each
student to state their name and tell which school they attend.
Mayor Copeland presented each student with a certificate of
recognition.
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Consideration of a Public Hearing on a request by K/H Jensen (on
behalf of Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada) for issuance of
industrial revenue bonds and tax phase in for the construction of a
600,000 sq. ft. light industrial facility located on a 36+/- acre parcel west
of Old 56 Highway at 155th St. in the I-35 Logistics Park (Building D).
The applicant is applying under master resolution 08-1068.
Mayor Copeland opened the public hearing and invited comments.
Hearing no public comments, Mayor Copeland entertained a motion
to close the public hearing.
Motion by Randall, seconded by Bacon to close the Public Hearing.
Motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: Bacon, Brownlee, Campbell, Randall, McCoy, Vogt, and
Copeland
6. CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Bacon requested items E, F, G and H, be removed for
separate consideration and vote.
Motion by Randall, seconded by Bacon to approve the consent agenda with the
exception of items E, F, G and H. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: Bacon, Brownlee, Campbell, Randall, McCoy, Vogt, and
Copeland
A. Consideration of approval of the City Council meeting minutes of
November 19, 2019.
Approved
B. Consideration of drinking establishment renewal applications for 54th
Street Grill, located at 14750 S. Harrison Street, Chili's Grill & Bar,
located at 14920 S. Harrison Street, and Jumpin' Catfish, located at
1861 S. Ridgeview Road.
Approved
C. Consideration of a cereal malt beverage license application for calendar
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year 2019.
Approved
D. Consideration of cereal malt beverage license applications for calendar
year 2020.
Approved
E. Consideration of Resolution No. 19-1069 adopting the Tax Increment
Financing (TIF) Policy. .
Councilmember Bacon requested that consent items E, F, G, and H,
be tabled until the December 17th council meeting.
Motion by Bacon, seconded by Campbell to table consent items E, F, G,
and H. Motion carred by the following vote:
Yes: Bacon, Brownlee, Campbell, Randall, McCoy, Vogt, and
Copeland
F. Consideration of Resolution No. 19-1070 adopting the Transportation
Development District (TDD) Policy. .
Tabled
G. Consideration of Resolution No. 19-1071 adopting the Industrial
Revenue Bond and Tax Abatement (IRB) Policy. .
Tabled
H. Consideration of Resolution No. 19-1072 adopting the Community
Improvement District Policy. .
Tabled
I. Consideration of Resolution No. 19-1073 assigning the lease
agreement and related bond documents by Opus Development
Company, LLC in connection with $16,524,000 in industrial revenue
bonds to STAG Industrial Holdings, LLC.
Approved
J. Consideration of business expense statements for Mayor Copeland and
City Manager, Michael Wilkes, for expenses incurred to attend the
National League of Cities City Summit in San Antonio, TX, November 19
- 24, 2019.
Approved
K. Consideration of Resolution No. 19-1074 and promulgation of the
Region L Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan.
Approved
L. Consideration of Resolution No. 19-1075, PLN19-0002, requesting the
City’s consent to the enlargement of the Consolidated Main Sewer
District (10525 S. Quail Ridge Drive).
Approved
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M. Consideration of Resolution No. 19-1076, PLN19-0003, requesting the
City’s consent to the enlargement of the Consolidated Main Sewer
District (Willow Crossing 4th Plat).
Approved
N. Consideration of Consent Calendar.
Approved
O. Consideration of a Relocation and Reimbursement Agreement with
ATMOS Energy Corporation for the Santa Fe Street and Ridgeview
Road Geometric Improvements Project, PN 3-C-083-15.
Approved
P. Consideration of Supplemental Agreement No. 3 with Black & Veatch
Corporation for construction phase services for the Water Treatment
Plant 2: Alternative Disinfection Project, PN 5-C-004-16.
Approved
Q. Consideration of an Agreement between the City of Olathe, Kansas and
the Board of County Commissioners of Johnson County, Kansas, for the
funding of the Brougham Drive Regional Detention Basin Project, PN
2-C-002-16.
Approved
R. Acceptance of bid and consideration of award of contract to TMC
Furniture for LearnPLAY furniture for the new Indian Creek Library.
Approved
S. Acceptance of bid and consideration of award of contracts to Indigo
Design, Inc., Landworks Studio, LLC., and Stantec Consulting Services,
Inc. for On-Call Landscape Architects for Park Planning and Design
Services.
Approved
7. NEW BUSINESS-PUBLIC WORKS
A. Consideration of an Agreement with WHP for design, fabrication, and
installation of a Fire Training Tower for the Fire Training Center
Improvements Project, PN 6-C-004-13.
Deputy Public Works Director, Beth Wright, and Fire Chief, Jeff
DeGraffenreid, gave a presentation with renderings and information
about the new Fire Training Tower.
Councilmember Randall asked if questions from citizens had been
addressed. Ms. Wright stated that they had and at the neighborhood
meeting in June there had been no negative comments.
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Mr. Randall asked if there were other similar facilities in Johnson
County. Chief DeGraffenreid said there is one in Overland Park that
is used by Johnson County Community College but the one in
Olathe will be the only Class A facility in Johnson County.
Mr. Randall asked if surrounding Cities will be able to use this
training facility and Chief DeGraffenreid stated that many have
already asked to be placed on the calendar.
Councilmember McCoy asked if the cost estimate was firm and Ms.
Wright stated it is as long as steel prices do not go up but she
anticipates the project to remain within budget.
Motion by Randall, seconded by Bacon to approve the agreement with
WHP. Motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: Bacon, Brownlee, Campbell, Randall, McCoy, Vogt, and
Copeland
B. Consideration of Ordinance No. 19-74, UDO19-0005: Requesting
approval regarding amendments to Chapters 18.30, 18.50, and 18.90 of
the Unified Development Ordinance. Planning Commission recommends
approval 8-0.
Motion by Randall, seconded by Bacon, to approve Ordinance No.
19-74. Motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: Bacon, Randall, McCoy, Vogt, and Copeland
No: Brownlee, and Campbell
C. Consideration of RZ19-0011, requesting approval of a zoning
amendment for the Planned District (PD), Archer Subdivision
(specifically Tommy’s Express Car Wash) on 1.04± acres located at 225
S. Parker Street. Planning Commission recommends denial 6 to 0.
Senior Planner, Kim Hollingsworth, gave a presentation.
Councilmember Randall said he felt like it came down to some basic
issues and wanted to know how long between the time the original
development was approved, before the request for a change came
in.
Ms. Hollingsworth said it was just slightly less than two years.
Mr. Randall said he was concerned with the development promising
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one thing and then wanting to do something else, although he did
belive the west side of Olathe could use a nice car wash.
Councilmember Bacon said he believed that this car wash would be
different than most as it closes in the evening and would not be
open to the public 24/7.
Ms. Hollingsworth said that it would be different than most car
washes, but staff and Planning Commission wanted the area to be
more pedestrian friendly.
Councilmember Vogt asked for clarification on where the
apartments are located in relation to the car wash and how people
would move around.
Ms. Hollingsworth identified the area and showed the connectivity
through the district along the residential area. She indicated that this
would be a departure from the plan should it be approved.
Councilmember McCoy asked if Ms. Hollingsworth had seen other
Tommy Car Wash locations. He indicated one in a neighboring city
was near up-scale apartments and shops and was not a typical car
wash.
Ms. Holloingsworth said she had seen pictures but had not visited
the area.
Councilmember Brownlee questioned the walkability since the car
wash would be directly on a main street.
Ms. Hollingsworth confirmed that it would be along a main arterial but
that it would not promote walkability.
Councilmember Campbell asked what types of businesses could be
built in that location.
Ms. Hollingsworth indicated there were hundreds of other options
including retail and restaurants.
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Applicant Rob Heise, 800 E. 101st Terr, Kansas City, MO, gave a
short presentation.
Jeff Berg, Senior Vice President with the developer, Colliers
International, indicated they are supportive of a car wash as the
anchor tenant and believe it will attract others to the area.
Mayor Copeland asked when they would announce who would be on
the adjacent lots.
Mr. Berg said they were not ready to make an announcement but if
they felt Tommy's Car Wash would be a detriment to attracting other
tenants, they would not be leading with them.
Councilmember Vogt asked if they expected to come back with
further amendments and Mr. Berg said there was no plans for that at
this time.
Ms. Vogt asked if the future tenants they are talking with meet
requirements and Mr. Burg indicated they do.
Councilmember Campbell asked what the hours of operation would
be.
Mr. Heise said the hours would be 7:00 AM to 7:00 or 8:00 PM,
depending on the season.
Mr. Campbell also asked what the approximate traffic count
difference would be between a car wash and a Starbucks. He
indicated he was supportive of the project and felt the design was
excellent.
Councilmember Vogt had questions about the design and Mr. Heise
said that it would blend with the color scheme of the apartments as
well as adding landscaping that would enhance the property.
Councilmember Bacon expressed his support for this specific
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project but wanted to guard against another type of car wash.
City Attorney Ron Shaver explained that the action before the
Council was for the re-zoning and that an ordinance could be
prepared with specific stipulations.
Motion by Bacon, seconded by McCoy to approve RZ 19-0011 subject
to the ordiance. The motion carried with the following vote:
Yes: Bacon, Brownlee, Campbell, Randall, McCoy, Vogt, and
Copeland
D. Consideration of Ordinance No. 19-50, RZ19-0006, requesting approval
for a rezoning from CTY PEC-3 and M-2 to C-3 and preliminary
development plan for Builders Stone on 17.35± acres; located west of
Kansas City Road and north of 119th Street.
Chief Planning Officer, Aimee Nassif gave a presentation.
Applicant, Brandon Becker, 616 N. Rogers Rd., owner of Builder's
Stone, said he appreciates staff time and collaboration on this
project. He indicated everything has been agreed on other than the
masonry wall.
Councilmember Brownlee asked if the exterior has changed since
the last presentation. Mr. Becker said there was additional masonry
but the electronic renderings do not adequately show it. She also
asked about native vegetation and Mr. Becker said there is currently
vegetation and more would be added.
Councilmember Vogt thanked Mr. Becker for working with staff. She
had questions about the wrought iron fencing and the screening
provided from the native vegetation. She was also concerned about
replacement and what it would be like during the winter season.
Mr. Becker said they had conducted "line of sight" studies.
Ms. Vogt had asked if they had thought about adding a little more
stone instead of all metal on the west side and Mr. Becker said that
had already been done and it was currently at 60% stone.
Ms. Vogt asked questions about the truck traffic and Mr. Becker said
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it was only their trucks that would be at the docks. She also had
questions for staff, asking what kinds of trees, shrubberies are there
currently and what she would see right now. Ms. Nassif said staff
would recommend a double row of evergreen trees.
Councilmember Randall asked if "C" zoning would allow for the
outdoor storage. Ms. Nassif assured him that was the case. He also
asked about the height of the wall and Ms. Nassif said it would be
approximately 6-8 feet tall. She also said that the vegetation, if done
correctly, could screen the area adequately.
Councilmember Campbell asked for clarification on where the wall
was located. He also thanked staff for their work with the applicant
Councilmember Bacon said he believed it would look better if there
were stone posts with the wrought iron. He wanted to be sensitive to
future development.
Mr. Becker agreed this could potentially be an option.
Councilmember Brownlee noted that the only place that she
believed the area would be visible would be from the ramp. In
addition, she asked about what would be built to the west and Ms.
Nassif said there are no current applications for that area.
Councilmember Bacon made the motion for approval but asked for
stipulations to be added regarding the wrought iron fencing and the
distance between the stone posts.
Motion by Bacon, seconded by Vogt to approve Ordinance No. 19-50
with stpulations. Motion carried with the following vote:
Yes: Bacon, Brownlee, Campbell, Randall, McCoy, Vogt, and
Copeland
E. Consideration of Ordinance No. 19-75, RZ19-0021: Request approval
for a rezoning from C-2 District to D (Downtown) District, preliminary site
development plan for Chestnut South containing 1 lot on 1.82± acres;
located on the southeast corner of E Park Street and N Chestnut Street.
Planning Commission recommends approval 9 to 0.
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Senior Planner, Emily Carillo, gave a presentation.
Applicant, John McGurk, 210 W. 19th Terr, Kansas City, MO, with
Milhaus development, complimented and thanked staff for all their
work on this project. He shared a short presentation about Milhaus
and the proposed development.
Councilmember McCoy asked when they would break ground if
everything came perfectly together and Mr. McGurk said it would be
April, 2020.
Councilmember Randall said the City has been looking for a
developer for downtown for a long time and Mr. McGurk said that the
Chamber had reached out to them and the fundamentals are here.
Councilmember Bacon asked if commercial had been considered
for the first floor. Mr. McGurk said that there are a lot of available
storefronts downtown.
Mr. Bacon also asked about the number of parking spaces allocated
for each unit and Mr. McGurk indicated they utilize shared parking for
many of their projects.
Councilmember Vogt asked about what the amenities would be for
this development. Mr. McGurk said there would be a pool, fitness
room, makers room, etc. Ms. Vogt expressed she thought it was an
exciting project.
Councilmember Brownlee asked questions about the materials
being used for the project and Mr. McGurk indicated it is a more
modern project. She also asked about the cost to the developer for
the land and highlighted the tax abatement. She expressed concern
for the parking plans.
Councilmember Bacon asked about the lease agreement for the
parking in the downtown garage and the number of spaces available
for anticipated tenants.
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City Attorney Ron Shaver, answered the questions about the
agreement.
Mr. Bacon continued to ask questions regarding parking and the
number of spaces available for the anticipated tenants.
Chief Planning Officer, Aimee Nassif, said parking counts had been
conducted and staff believed there would be adequate parking.
Councilmember Bacon also asked about the economic analysis and
would like to have staff take a closer look.
Administrative Service Manager, Emily Vincent, said they would
provide additional information as requested.
Councilmember Brownlee asked additional question about parking
space requirements and the hardship on the downtown business
owners because of increased demand for parking.
Councilmember Randall talked about how it takes incentives to draw
this kind of development to an area and thinks we should step out
and move and not sit back and wait.
Councilmember Vogt noted that much of the current parking issue
can be contributed to the construction of the courthouse. She also
reminded the Council of a previous vote when they all supported a
development agreement for the cost of the land and the abatement.
Councilmember McCoy said he believed this development would
allow the downtown to thrive and would be a very positive gain to
Olathe.
Councilmember Bacon said he is excited about the private
investment in downtown, but wants to go in with eyes wide open.
Mayor Copeland invited public comment from citizens who had
signed up.
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Jacob Swisher, 1308 E. 152nd Street, shared concerns about the
development and how little they were paying for the land.
Mark Rinke, 901 S. Weaver Street, administers the Citizen's for
Olathe FaceBook page and believes there are many citizens who
are opposed to the development.
Sheila Newbanks, 551 Alta Lane, co-owns a business adjacent to
the Library and is concerned about the viability of her business if
there is a new development.
Elizabeth Leek, 14325 W. 143rd Street, manages the Park/Cherry
building and believes parking issues need to be addressed.
John Hood, 1501 E. Sunvale Drive, is a CPA in the Park/Cherry
building and admonished the Council to look beneath the numbers.
A.J. Lang, 124 N. Cherry, is concerned about the agreement with the
developer for parking spaces in the parking garage.
Dennis Newton, 100 E. Park Street, owns Kansas Ultrasound and is
in favor of a vibrant downtown, but concerned about parking.
Joe Vader, 901 S. Diane Drive, is generally in favor of the project
and believes this is a great opportunity.
Ed Rice, 1101 E. Ridgeway Drive, is concerned with the parking in
downtown and also questions the affordability of the apartments.
Carole Moll, 220 S. Normandy Drive, has seen other initiatives fail
and is supportive of maintaining a small downtown. She believes the
modern design of the apartments will not blend with the current
buildings in the downtown area.
Councilmember Randall said he believed opportunities like this
come once and will not come again. He said he has confidence the
City Council will take care of the parking if issues materialize.
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Councilmember Bacon said he would like more information
regarding the agreement for leased parking spaces.
Mayor Copeland asked City Attorney, Ron Shaver, for clarification on
what was being considered.
Mr. Shaver said that all that was being considered was the re-zoning
and a revised lease agreement would come before the council at
the next council meeting.
Councilmember Campbell said he was going to support this
development and he would pledge to continue working on parking
concerns.
Motion by Randall, seconded by Bacon to approve Ordinance No.
19-75. Motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: Bacon, Campbell, Randall, McCoy, Vogt, and Copeland
No: Brownlee
F. Consideration of Ordinance No. 19-76, RZ19-0020, requesting approval
for a rezoning from C-2 to D (Downtown, Core) District and preliminary
site development plan for Chestnut North containing 1 lot on 1.04±
acres; located at the southwest corner of Santa Fe and Chestnut Street.
Planning Commission recommends approval 9-0 at the Public Hearing
held October 28, 2019.
Action Needed: Motion to concur and approve (4 positive votes), deny
(5 positive votes required), or return to Planning Commission.
Request for re-zoning was withdrawn by the applicant.
This matter was withdrawn
Mayor Copeland called for a break at 10:23 and resumed the meeting at 10:36.
8. NEW BUSINESS-ADMINISTRATION
A. Consideration of Ordinance No. 19-77 adding Chapter 2.43 to the
Olathe Municipal Code pertaining to Unlawful Discrimination.
City Attorney, Ron Shaver, gave a short pressentation, summarizing
the ordinance, including revisions that had been made.
Councilmember McCoy, noted that a resolution had been passed in
March and asked if there had been any concerns brought forward for
mediation since that time.
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Mr. Shaver indcated there had been none and that mediation was a
voluntary program and the proposed ordinance would also provide
for a civil penalty.
Mr. McCoy asked what the cost to the City would be.
Mr. Shaver said it would be difficult to determine that since there had
been no complaints of discrimination brought to the City.
Councilmember Brownlee asked about the modifications to the
ordinance and Mr. Shaver gave specifics on what and where those
modifications were. He indicated they were specifically changed to
provide clarification.
Councilmember Bacon said this was an issue that voters paid
attention to through the election and he would like to see this item
tabled until the new council had been seated in January.
Motion by Bacon, seconed by Brownlee to table Ordinance No. 19-77.
The motion failed by by the following vote:
Yes: Bacon, Brownlee, and McCoy
No: Campbell, Randall, Vogt, and Copeland
Councilmember Randall indicated he would vote yes for the Non-discrimination
Ordinance. He said no one in Olathe should be discriminated against. He said it
is not his place to tell people how to practice their faith and that the NDO also
has economic implications. He recommended passing the ordinance and
seeing what happens.
Councilmember Vogt acknowledged this has been very difficult. She said it is
much easier to address re-zonings and road issues than social issues. She
thanked everyone who had called or emailed her and said she appreciates the
passion. She said she hoped the discussions the past few months wouldn't
overshadow the goodness of our community.
Motion by Randall, seconded by Vogt, to approve Ordinance No. 19-77. Motion
carried by the following vote:
Yes: Campbell, Randall, Vogt, and Copeland
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No: Bacon, Brownlee, and McCoy
B. Consideration of Ordinance No. 19-78 authorizing the issuance of
taxable industrial revenue bonds, Series 2019, not to exceed
$2,000,000 to Hunt Investments, LLC for the construction of a 15,000
sq. ft. office/warehouse space located on property at 579 N.
Lindenwood.
Motion by Randall, seconded by Bacon, to approve Ordinance No.
19-78. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: Bacon, Brownlee, Campbell, Randall, McCoy, Vogt, and
Copeland
C. Consideration of Ordinance No. 19-79 authorizing the issuance of
taxable industrial revenue bonds, Series 2019, not to exceed
$4,000,000 for constructing and equipping a 20,442 sq. ft. grocery
store. (Aldi Inc. Project) (Sales Tax Exemption only)
Councilmember Randall pointed out that this development is a result
of a CID that will bring more rewards to the West side of Olathe.
Motion by Randall, seconded by Bacon to approve Ordinance No.
19-79. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: Bacon, Brownlee, Campbell, Randall, McCoy, Vogt, and
Copeland
D. Consideration of Ordinance No. 19-80 amending Olathe Municipal Code
Section 2.82.130 pertaining to Public Art and repealing the existing
section.
Councilmember Brownlee asked for a quick summary of the
changes. Assistant City Attorney, Daniel Yoza, outlined the changes
and stated they were made to provide clarification.
Motion by Randall, seconded by Vogt to approve Ordinance No. 19-80.
The Motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: Brownlee, Randall, McCoy, Vogt, and Copeland
No: Bacon, and Campbell
E. Consideration of an ethics complaint.
Councilmember Brownlee left the meeting at 11:05 p.m. and
returned at 11:09 p.m.
Mayor Copeland's Comments read from a prepared statement.
Councilmembers, as you know, this item pertains to a complaint filed
by Brett Hoedl against Councilmember Brownlee under the City’s
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Code of Ethics. We have received a copy of Mr. Hoedl’s complaint
and Councilmember Brownlee’s response. It is a very rare
occurrence for the City Council to receive a complaint under the
Code of Ethics regarding one of its fellow members. The City
Attorney informs me that the last time a complaint was filed
regarding a Council member was in 1993. The procedures the City
Council must follow in handling complaints such as this are the same
as we had when I was on the City Council in 1993. Any time we get
a complaint such as this, I am certain that all of us take these
allegations very seriously. I know Mr. Hoedl takes his complaint very
seriously and Councilmember Brownlee takes her response very
seriously. Given the nature of the allegations and Councilmember
Brownlee’s response, I think it would highly inappropriate for the City
Council to either dismiss the complaint or take action on the
complaint this evening.
I think it is important for the City Council to have this matter reviewed
by an independent 3rd party and for that review to be done
deliberately and with fairness to all involved. I also think it would be
appropriate, in the interest of both transparency and removing any
perception of bias or undue influence by the City Council, that the
investigator should submit the results of his or her investigation to a
retired judge for review, and that the retired judge submit their
findings and recommendations to the City Council. I believe that
this is simply the right thing to do so that this group demonstrates
that it is closely following the objectives of the Code of Ethics, which
states “the proper operation of democratic government requires that
public officials and employees be independent, impartial, and
responsible to the people."
Councilmember Campbell thanked Mayor Copeland for his
comments and the motion, agreeing that it is unbiased due process.
Councilmember Bacon asked if there was any information regarding
the cost of an investigation.
City Attorney, Ron Shaver said they would include an estimated cost
when an investigator was presented.
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Motion by Copeland, seconded by Campbell to direct the City Attorney,
at the next regularly scheduled City Council meeting, to present a list of
qualified applicants for the position of Investigator, and to make a
recommendation on who to engage to investigate the ethics complaint
against Councilmember Brownlee in accordance with the City of Olathe
Code of Ethics, and for such Investigator to submit their report to a
retired judge for review, and for that judge to submit findings and
recommendations regarding this matter based on the Investigator’s
report to the City Council. The motion carried by the follwoing vote:
Yes: Campbell, Randall, McCoy, Vogt, and Copeland
No: Bacon
Absent: Brownlee
9. NEW CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS
Councilmember McCoy reminded everyone of the Mayor's Christmas Tree
Lighting.
Mayor Copeland mentioned there is still time to give to the Mayor's Christmas
Tree Fund, which supports Olathe kids.
Councilmember Randall expressed his respect for all who have shared
comments.
Councilmember Campbell asked staff to evaluate one hour parking in downtown
Olathe.
10. END OF TELEVISED SESSION
11. GENERAL ISSUES AND CONCERNS OF CITIZENS
None
12. 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
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1. Report on a request by Milhaus Properties, LLC for issuance of
industrial revenue bonds and tax phase in for the construction of a
mixed-use/residential redevelopment project located at the
southeast corner of Park Street and Chestnut.
Councilmember Bacon indicated he did have some questions
about the economic analysis and all the cost included.
Councilmember Brownlee had questions about the numbers
and asked if there would be another opportunity to see this
before a vote.
Administrative Services Manager, Emily Vincent, said it would
come back as a public hearing and resolution at the next
council meeting and they would have an opportunity to review.
Mayor Copeland indicated he wants to better understand the
components of the lease agreement with Milhaus.
City Manager, Michael Wilkes, said they are working on the
details of the lease and will have more information for the
Council regarding that.
2. Report on a request by Calukas Properties (Garrison Plumbing
and Total Design Flooring Inc.) for a first phase project under a
master resolution application from Grayson Enterprise, LLC for an
office/warehouse project. The applicant is asking for issuance of
industrial revenue bonds and tax phase in for the construction of a
20,000 sq. ft. facility located on 2.5 acres of land located at 15430
S Mahaffie Street.
The report was accepted.
3. Report on a request by Eymann Development Inc. (for tenants
Smith & Boucher and Navitas Engineers) for issuance of industrial
revenue bonds and tax phase in for the construction of an 18,250
sq. ft. office building on a 1.2+/- acre parcel located north of 103rd
Street and west of Shadow Ridge Drive in the Cedar Creek office
development. The applicant is applying under master resolution
99-1013.
The report was accepted.
4. Report regarding an annexation agreement with WxW, LLC and
an ordinance pertaining to the annexation of approximately 59.9±
acres into the corporate boundaries of the City of Olathe.
(ANX-19-0004)
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The report was accepted.
13. ADDITIONAL ITEMS
Councilmember Bacon asked that the internal auditor's six month review be
scheduled for the Executive Session at the December 17th council meeting.
14. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 11:16 p.m.
Brenda D. Long
Assistant City Clerk
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Agenda
City of Olathe City Council
100 E. Santa Fe | Council Chamber
Tuesday | December 3, 2019 | 7:00 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. BEGIN TELEVISED SESSION – 7:00 P. M.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. SPECIAL BUSINESS
A. Consideration of Resolution No. 19-1068 reappointing members to the
Board of Code Review.
Staff Contact: Liz Ruback
B. Recognition of Mike Rinke and Sandy Feeney with Service Awards.
Staff Contact: Liz Ruback
C. Recognition of 2019-2020 Teen Council Members.
Staff Contact: Liz Ruback
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Consideration of a Public Hearing on a request by K/H Jensen (on
behalf of Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada) for issuance of
industrial revenue bonds and tax phase in for the construction of a
600,000 sq. ft. light industrial facility located on a 36+/- acre parcel west
of Old 56 Highway at 155th St. in the I-35 Logistics Park (Building D).
The applicant is applying under master resolution 08-1068.
Staff Contact: Dianna Wright and Emily Vincent
Action Needed: Consider motion to close hearing.
6. 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 the City Council meeting minutes of
November 19, 2019.
Staff Contact: Dianna Wright and David Bryant
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B. Consideration of drinking establishment renewal applications for 54th
Street Grill, located at 14750 S. Harrison Street, Chili's Grill & Bar,
located at 14920 S. Harrison Street, and Jumpin' Catfish, located at
1861 S. Ridgeview Road.
Staff Contact: Dianna Wright and Brenda Long
C. Consideration of a cereal malt beverage license application for calendar
year 2019.
Staff Contact: Dianna Wright and Brenda Long
D. Consideration of cereal malt beverage license applications for calendar
year 2020.
Staff Contact: Dianna Wright and Brenda Long
E. Consideration of Resolution No. 19-1069 adopting the Tax Increment
Financing (TIF) Policy.
Staff Contact: Dianna Wright, Ron Shaver and Emily Vincent
F. Consideration of Resolution No. 19-1070 adopting the Transportation
Development District (TDD) Policy.
Staff Contact: Dianna Wright, Ron Shaver and Emily Vincent
G. Consideration of Resolution No. 19-1071 adopting the Industrial
Revenue Bond and Tax Abatement (IRB) Policy.
Staff Contact: Dianna Wright, Ron Shaver and Emily Vincent
H. Consideration of Resolution No. 19-1072 adopting the Community
Improvement District Policy.
Staff Contact: Dianna Wright, Ron Shaver and Emily Vincent
I. Consideration of Resolution No. 19-1073 assigning the lease
agreement and related bond documents by Opus Development
Company, LLC in connection with $16,524,000 in industrial revenue
bonds to STAG Industrial Holdings, LLC.
Staff Contact: Dianna Wright and Emily Vincent
J. Consideration of business expense statements for Mayor Copeland and
City Manager, Michael Wilkes, for expenses incurred to attend the
National League of Cities City Summit in San Antonio, TX, November 19
- 24, 2019.
Staff Contact: Kim Delana
K. Consideration of Resolution No. 19-1074 and promulgation of the
Region L Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan.
Staff Contact: Jeff DeGraffenreid
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L. Consideration of Resolution No. 19-1075, PLN19-0002, requesting the
City’s consent to the enlargement of the Consolidated Main Sewer
District (10525 S. Quail Ridge Drive).
Staff Contact: Aimee Nassif and Zach Moore
M. Consideration of Resolution No. 19-1076, PLN19-0003, requesting the
City’s consent to the enlargement of the Consolidated Main Sewer
District (Willow Crossing 4th Plat).
Staff Contact: Aimee Nassif and Zach Moore
N. Consideration of Consent Calendar.
Staff Contact: Mary Jaeger and Beth Wright
O. Consideration of a Relocation and Reimbursement Agreement with
ATMOS Energy Corporation for the Santa Fe Street and Ridgeview
Road Geometric Improvements Project, PN 3-C-083-15.
Staff Contact: Mary Jaeger and Beth Wright
P. Consideration of Supplemental Agreement No. 3 with Black & Veatch
Corporation for construction phase services for the Water Treatment
Plant 2: Alternative Disinfection Project, PN 5-C-004-16.
Staff Contact: Mary Jaeger and Beth Wright
Q. Consideration of an Agreement between the City of Olathe, Kansas and
the Board of County Commissioners of Johnson County, Kansas, for
the funding of the Brougham Drive Regional Detention Basin Project,
PN 2-C-002-16.
Staff Contact: Mary Jaeger and Beth Wright
R. Acceptance of bid and consideration of award of contract to TMC
Furniture for LearnPLAY furniture for the new Indian Creek Library.
Staff Contact: Emily Baker and Amy Tharnish
S. Acceptance of bid and consideration of award of contracts to Indigo
Design, Inc., Landworks Studio, LLC., and Stantec Consulting Services,
Inc. for On-Call Landscape Architects for Park Planning and Design
Services.
Staff Contact: Michael Meadors and Amy Tharnish
7. NEW BUSINESS-PUBLIC WORKS
A. Consideration of an Agreement with WHP for design, fabrication, and
installation of a Fire Training Tower for the Fire Training Center
Improvements Project, PN 6-C-004-13.
Staff Contact: Mary Jaeger and Beth Wright
Action Needed: Consider a motion to approve or deny.
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B. Consideration of Ordinance No. 19-74, UDO19-0005: Requesting
approval regarding amendments to Chapters 18.30, 18.50, and 18.90 of
the Unified Development Ordinance. Planning Commission
recommends approval 8-0.
Staff Contact: Aimee Nassif and Zach Moore
Action Needed: Motion to concur and approve (4 positive votes), deny
(5 positive votes required), or return to Planning Commission.
C. Consideration of RZ19-0011, requesting approval of a zoning
amendment for the Planned District (PD), Archer Subdivision
(specifically Tommy’s Express Car Wash) on 1.04± acres located at 225
S. Parker Street. Planning Commission recommends denial 6 to 0.
Staff Contact: Aimee Nassif and Kim Hollingsworth
Action Needed: Motion to concur and deny (4 positive votes),
approve the zoning application (5 positive votes required), or return to
Planning Commission.
D. Consideration of Ordinance No. 19-50, RZ19-0006, requesting approval
for a rezoning from CTY PEC-3 and M-2 to C-3 and preliminary
development plan for Builders Stone on 17.35± acres; located west of
Kansas City Road and north of 119th Street.
Staff Contact: Aimee Nassif and Zach Moore
Action Needed: Motion to concur and deny (4 positive votes),
approve the zoning application (5 positive votes required), or return to
Planning Commission.
E. Consideration of Ordinance No. 19-75, RZ19-0021: Request approval
for a rezoning from C-2 District to D (Downtown) District, preliminary site
development plan for Chestnut South containing 1 lot on 1.82± acres;
located on the southeast corner of E Park Street and N Chestnut Street.
Planning Commission recommends approval 9 to 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.
F. Consideration of Ordinance No. 19-76, RZ19-0020, requesting approval
for a rezoning from C-2 to D (Downtown, Core) District and preliminary
site development plan for Chestnut North containing 1 lot on 1.04±
acres; located at the southwest corner of Santa Fe and Chestnut Street.
Planning Commission recommends approval 9-0 at the Public Hearing
held October 28, 2019.
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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8. NEW BUSINESS-ADMINISTRATION
A. Consideration of Ordinance No. 19-77 adding Chapter 2.43 to the
Olathe Municipal Code pertaining to Unlawful Discrimination.
Staff Contact: Ron Shaver
Action Needed: Consider a motion to approve or deny.
B. Consideration of Ordinance No. 19-78 authorizing the issuance of
taxable industrial revenue bonds, Series 2019, not to exceed
$2,000,000 to Hunt Investments, LLC for the construction of a 15,000
sq. ft. office/warehouse space located on property at 579 N.
Lindenwood.
Staff Contact: Dianna Wright and Emily Vincent
Action Needed: Consider a motion to approve or deny.
C. Consideration of Ordinance No. 19-79 authorizing the issuance of
taxable industrial revenue bonds, Series 2019, not to exceed
$4,000,000 for constructing and equipping a 20,442 sq. ft. grocery
store. (Aldi Inc. Project) (Sales Tax Exemption only)
Staff Contact: Dianna Wright and Emily Vincent
Action Needed: Consider a motion to approve or deny.
D. Consideration of Ordinance No. 19-80 amending Olathe Municipal
Code Section 2.82.130 pertaining to Public Art and repealing the
existing section.
Staff Contact: Dianna Wright, Ron Shaver and Emily Vincent
Action Needed: Consider a motion to approve or deny.
E. Consideration of an ethics complaint.
Staff Contact: Ron Shaver
Action Needed: Consider the complaint and the response in accordance
with the Code of Ethics: (1) Dismiss the complaint; (2) Determine that
further investigation is necessary; or (3) Take such other action as the
Council deems appropriate.
9. NEW CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS
10. END OF TELEVISED SESSION
11. GENERAL ISSUES AND CONCERNS OF CITIZENS
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12. 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. Report on a request by Milhaus Properties, LLC for issuance of
industrial revenue bonds and tax phase in for the construction of
a mixed-use/residential redevelopment project located at the
southeast corner of Park Street and Chestnut.
Staff Contact: Dianna Wright and Emily Vincent
2. Report on a request by Calukas Properties (Garrison Plumbing
and Total Design Flooring Inc.) for a first phase project under a
master resolution application from Grayson Enterprise, LLC for an
office/warehouse project. The applicant is asking for issuance of
industrial revenue bonds and tax phase in for the construction of
a 20,000 sq. ft. facility located on 2.5 acres of land located at
15430 S Mahaffie Street.
Staff Contact: Dianna Wright and Emily Vincent
3. Report on a request by Eymann Development Inc. (for tenants
Smith & Boucher and Navitas Engineers) for issuance of
industrial revenue bonds and tax phase in for the construction of
an 18,250 sq. ft. office building on a 1.2+/- acre parcel located
north of 103rd Street and west of Shadow Ridge Drive in the
Cedar Creek office development. The applicant is applying under
master resolution 99-1013.
Staff Contact: Dianna Wright and Emily Vincent
4. Report regarding an annexation agreement with WxW, LLC and
an ordinance pertaining to the annexation of approximately 59.9±
acres into the corporate boundaries of the City of Olathe.
(ANX-19-0004)
Staff Contact: Aimee Nassif and Zach Moore
13. ADDITIONAL ITEMS
14. ADJOURNMENT
The City of Olathe offers public meeting accommodations. Olathe City Hall is wheelchair accessible. Assistive
listening devices as well as iPads with closed captioning are available at each meeting. To request an ASL
interpreter, or other accommodations, please contact the City Clerk’s office at 913-971-8521. Two (2) business days
notice is required to ensure availability.
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