City Council
Regular MeetingOlathe, KS · November 15, 2022
Minutes
City of Olathe City Council
100 E. Santa Fe | Council Chamber
Tuesday | November 15, 2022 | 7:00 PM
Housing Presentation Workshop - City of Governors - 5:30 PM
The City Council met at 5:30 PM in the City of Governors conference room for a
Housing Presentation Workshop.
1. CALL TO ORDER
Present: Mickelson, McCoy, Bacon, Vogt, Gilmore, Felter, and
Essex
Others in attendance were City Manager, Michael Wilkes, Deputy City Manager,
Susan Sherman, and City Attorney, Ron Shaver.
Councilmember Felter arrived at 7:02 P.M.
2. BEGIN TELEVISED SESSION – 7:00 P. M.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. SPECIAL BUSINESS
A. Consideration of Resolution 22-1079 appointing a member to the Olathe
Public Art Committee.
Mayor Bacon introduced Chelsy Walker, Public Art Committee
Chair. Ms. Walker introduced Ron Fredman and Mayor Bacon
presented him with a certificate of appointment.
Motion by Gilmore, seconded by Vogt, to approve Resolution No.
22-1079. The motion carried with the following vote:
Yes: Mickelson, McCoy, Bacon, Vogt, Gilmore, and Essex
Absent: Felter
B. Proclamation recognizing November 26, 2022 as Small Business
Saturday.
Mayor Bacon invited Casey Wilhm with the Chamber of Commerce
to the podium. Mr. Wilhm introduced the England family, owners of
Sylas and Maddy's. Mayor Bacon presented them with the Small
Business Saturday proclamation.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
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Approval of the Consent Agenda
Councilmember Mickelson asked for item E to be removed from the consent
agenda and considered separately.
Motion by Gilmore, seconded by Vogt, to approve the Consent Agenda with the
exception of item E. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: Mickelson, McCoy, Bacon, Vogt, Gilmore, Felter, and
Essex
A. Consideration of approval of the City Council meeting minutes of
November 1, 2022.
approved.
B. Consideration of a new drinking establishment application for S&S
Olathe Pointe, LLC, d/b/a Scissors & Scotch.
approved.
C. Consideration of renewal drinking establishment applications.
approved.
D. Consideration of cereal malt beverage applications for calendar year
2023.
approved.
E. Consideration of Resolution No. 22-1080 adopting the Industrial
Revenue Bond and Tax Abatement (IRB) Policy.
Councilmember Mickelson asked for this item to be considered
separately. He explained he would like to see additional stipulations
added to the policy regarding salaries.
Motion by Gilmore, seconded by Vogt, to approve item E. The motion
carried with the following vote:
Yes: McCoy, Bacon, Vogt, Gilmore, Felter, and Essex
No: Mickelson
F. Consideration of Resolution No. 22-1081 for the assignment and
assumption of lease agreements and bond documents from Scannell
Properties #542, LLC to Sealy South Green Road, L.L.C.
approved.
G. Consideration of Resolution No. 22-1082 defining the boundary of the
City of Olathe as of December 31, 2022.
approved.
H. Consideration of Consent Calendar.
approved.
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I. Consideration of bid and award of project to Westland Construction, Inc.
for construction of the DPM Self Storage Pipe Repair Project, PN
2-C-019-22.
approved.
J. Consideration of award of contract with Dimensional Innovations for the
fabrication and installation of an interactive wall at the new Downtown
Library.
approved.
K. Consideration of awarding a contract to Ka-Comm Inc. for Emergency
Lighting Equipment for the Police Department.
approved.
L. Consideration of renewal of contract to Haren & Laughlin Construction
Company, Inc. for general carpentry services.
approved.
M. Consideration of renewal of contract with Five-Star Trucking, LLC for
the rental of tandem trucks with operators for the Field Operations
Division of Infrastructure.
approved.
N. Consideration of contract renewal with Wellpoint to provide stop-loss
insurance for the self-funded City health and prescription program.
approved.
6. NEW BUSINESS
A. Consideration of Ordinance No. 22-57, RZ22-0014, requesting approval
for a rezoning from the CP-2 (Planned General Business) District to the
C-3 (Regional Center) District and a preliminary site development plan
for College Point Retail, Lot 2 on approximately 1.43 acres; located at
the northeast corner of College Boulevard and Valley Parkway.
Planning Commission recommends approval 8-0.
A short presentation was given by Zachary Moore, Planner II.
Motion by Gilmore, seconded by Vogt, to approve Ordinance No. 22-57.
The motion carried with the following vote:
Yes: Mickelson, McCoy, Bacon, Vogt, Gilmore, Felter, and
Essex
B. Consideration of Resolution No. 22-1083, SU22-0008, requesting
approval of a Special Use Permit for Cedar Creek Animal Hospital on
approximately 1.43 acres; located northeast of College Boulevard and
Valley Parkway. Planning Commission recommends approval 8-0.
A short presentation was given by Zachary Moore, Planner II.
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Councilmember Felter asked the applicant if they were going to be
offering urgent care and boarding options. The applicant, Dr. James
Peterson with Cedar Creek Pet Hospital, said they would be offering
both.
Councilmember Mickelson asked about how many additional staff
was expected and Dr. Peterson said they expected to grow from
approximately 40 staff members to 55 to 60.
Councilmember Mickelson asked staff about the parking and corner
access and said he would rather have too much parking than not
enough.
Mayor Bacon asked about the length of the special use permit and
Mr. Moore said it was for 10 years.
There was discussion regarding the merits of a 10 year special use
vs. a 20 years. It was decided that 10 years was appropriate.
Motion by Gilmore, seconded by Vogt, to approve Resolution No.
22-1083. The motion carried with the following vote:
Yes: Mickelson, McCoy, Bacon, Vogt, Gilmore, Felter, and
Essex
C. Consideration of Ordinance No. 22-58 amending Section 10.01.084 of
the Olathe Municipal Code pertaining to Removal of Vehicles.
Councilmember Essex asked if the after hours number was just for
phone support or if it would allow someone to meet at the lot.
Bob Gallimore, Assistant City Attorney, said they would come out to
meet someone.
Mayor Bacon clarified that the proposed ordinance change would
allow for shorter hours but giving a call option to cover that time.
Motion by Gilmore, seconded by Vogt, to approve Ordinance No. 22-58.
The motion carried with the following vote:
Yes: Mickelson, McCoy, Bacon, Vogt, Gilmore, Felter, and
Essex
7. NEW CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS
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Councilmember Mickelson congratulated Sylas and Maddy's on their small
business.
Councilmember McCoy commented on the many events that he had attended in
the past week. He also congratulated Councilmember Essex on winning her
election for the State legislature. He shared about the search for a second
judge for the Olathe Municipal Court.
Councilmember Felter said the Olathe Prayer Breakfast was great and thanked
the Olathe Fire Department for the large flag they display each year. She
complemented Sylas and Maddy's on being a great employer in Olathe. She
congratulated Cedar Creek Pet Hospital on their expansion.
Mayor Bacon wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and invited everyone to
the Mayor's Christmas Tree Lighting on December 2nd.
8. END OF TELEVISED SESSION
9. GENERAL ISSUES AND CONCERNS OF CITIZENS
Persons wanting to speak regarding a general concern must sign up no later than
30 minutes prior to the beginning of the City Council meeting. A person may sign up
by notifying the City Clerk by calling 913-971-8521, emailing CCO@Olatheks.org or
in person at City Hall. The Council has allocated up to 3 minutes per speaker, and
up to 30 minutes total for this portion of the meeting.
None
10. 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.
Report accepted.
2. IRB Report on a request by BPG Olathe 1 LLC for a single-phase
project under a master resolution for the construction of a 140,490
square foot industrial facility at the northeast corner of 159th
Street and Lone Elm Road.
Mayor Bacon asked if there were plans for improvements on
159th Street.
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Nate Baldwin, City Engineer, said there were no plans in place
currently, but it is on their radar for the future.
3. IRB Report on a request by ABF Freight System, Inc. for a
single-phase project for the construction of a 28,330 square foot
warehouse/distribution facility on seven acres at the Olathe
Commerce Park on Pine and Dennis.
Councilmember McCoy said he recognized not everyone
supports tax incentives, but he thought this was a great
success story.
Councilmember Vogt said she appreciated the salaries
associated with this potential business.
Councilmember Mickelson said he agreed with Ms. Vogt's
comments and said he didn't want to just see a building built,
but wanted to see new businesses support the community.
4. IRB Report to request an IRB amount increase by BCB Olathe
Holdings LLC for a single-phase project to construct three
buildings totaling 385,000 sq. ft. for industrial uses near the
northwest corner of Fountain Drive and Frontier Lane in the
Southpark Olathe Industrial Phase II area development.
Report accepted.
5. Report on the 2023 Alcohol Tax Fund Allocations.
Report accepted.
6. Report on the 2023 Human Service Fund Allocations.
Report accepted.
7. Report on Amendments to Chapter 15.04 of the Olathe Municipal
Code pertaining to the Residential Code for One- and Two-Family
Dwellings to require under-stairway protection.
Councilmember Felter asked what additional cost this would
bring to a new home.
Deputy City Attorney, Chris Grunewald, said they have been
collaborating with local builders and would provide that
information to the council at a later time. However, he said he
thought is was a minimal cost.
Councilmember McCoy asked if this would only be required of
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new builds and Mr. Grunewald said yes.
Mayor Bacon clarified that this was for the staircase to a lower
level or basement and Mr. Grunewald said it was.
Mayor Bacon asked about how finished it needed to be and
Fire Chief, Jeff DeGraffenreid said it did not have to be
finished and he estimated the cost to be around $100- $200.
B. DISCUSSION ITEMS
1. Discussion of the 2023 State Legislative Program.
Tim Danneberg, Director of External Affairs and Issues
Management, gave a presentation on the proposed 2023
State Legislative Agenda. Councilmember McCoy asked Mr.
Danneberg to provide the Council with the names and contact
information of the Olathe legislative delegation.
11. ADDITIONAL ITEMS
Councilmember McCoy wished everyone Happy Thanksgiving.
Councilmember Mickelson said he wanted to talk to staff regarding an email
they had received.
Mayor Bacon complimented Police Chief Butad on the great work the previous
week. He also wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving.
12. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:08 P.M.
Brenda D. Swearingian
City Clerk
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Agenda
City of Olathe City Council
100 E. Santa Fe | Council Chamber
Tuesday | November 15, 2022 | 7:00 PM
Housing Presentation Workshop - City of Governors - 5:30 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. BEGIN TELEVISED SESSION – 7:00 P. M.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. SPECIAL BUSINESS
A. Consideration of Resolution 22-1079 appointing a member to the Olathe
Public Art Committee.
Staff Contact: Liz Ruback
B. Proclamation recognizing November 26, 2022 as Small Business
Saturday.
Staff Contact: Liz Ruback
5. 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 1, 2022.
Staff Contact: Eric Strimple
B. Consideration of a new drinking establishment application for S&S
Olathe Pointe, LLC, d/b/a Scissors & Scotch.
Staff Contact: Eric Strimple
C. Consideration of renewal drinking establishment applications.
Staff Contact: Eric Strimple
D. Consideration of cereal malt beverage applications for calendar year
2023.
Staff Contact: Eric Strimple
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E. Consideration of Resolution No. 22-1080 adopting the Industrial
Revenue Bond and Tax Abatement (IRB) Policy.
Staff Contact: Jamie Robichaud and John Page
F. Consideration of Resolution No. 22-1081 for the assignment and
assumption of lease agreements and bond documents from Scannell
Properties #542, LLC to Sealy South Green Road, L.L.C.
Staff Contact: Jamie Robichaud and John Page
G. Consideration of Resolution No. 22-1082 defining the boundary of the
City of Olathe as of December 31, 2022.
Staff Contact: Aimee Nassif and Zachary Moore
H. Consideration of Consent Calendar.
Staff Contact: Mary Jaeger and Nate Baldwin
I. Consideration of bid and award of project to Westland Construction, Inc.
for construction of the DPM Self Storage Pipe Repair Project, PN
2-C-019-22.
Staff Contact: Mary Jaeger and Nate Baldwin
J. Consideration of award of contract with Dimensional Innovations for the
fabrication and installation of an interactive wall at the new Downtown
Library.
Staff Contact: Mike Sirna and Bob Miller
K. Consideration of awarding a contract to Ka-Comm Inc. for Emergency
Lighting Equipment for the Police Department.
Staff Contact: Mike Butaud
L. Consideration of renewal of contract to Haren & Laughlin Construction
Company, Inc. for general carpentry services.
Staff Contact: Mary Jaeger and Robert Rives
M. Consideration of renewal of contract with Five-Star Trucking, LLC for
the rental of tandem trucks with operators for the Field Operations
Division of Infrastructure.
Staff Contact: Mary Jaeger and Zach Hardy
N. Consideration of contract renewal with Wellpoint to provide stop-loss
insurance for the self-funded City health and prescription program.
Staff Contact: Erin Vader and Kim Marshall
6. NEW BUSINESS
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A. Consideration of Ordinance No. 22-57, RZ22-0014, requesting approval
for a rezoning from the CP-2 (Planned General Business) District to the
C-3 (Regional Center) District and a preliminary site development plan
for College Point Retail, Lot 2 on approximately 1.43 acres; located at
the northeast corner of College Boulevard and Valley Parkway.
Planning Commission recommends approval 8-0.
Staff Contact: Aimee Nassif and Jessica Schuller
Action needed: Consider a motion to approve (4 positive votes), deny (5
positive votes required), or return to the Planning Commission.
B. Consideration of Resolution No. 22-1083, SU22-0008, requesting
approval of a Special Use Permit for Cedar Creek Animal Hospital on
approximately 1.43 acres; located northeast of College Boulevard and
Valley Parkway. Planning Commission recommends approval 8-0.
Staff Contact: Aimee Nassif and Jessica Schuller
Action needed: Consider a motion to approve or deny.
C. Consideration of Ordinance No. 22-58 amending Section 10.01.084 of
the Olathe Municipal Code pertaining to Removal of Vehicles.
Staff Contact: Ron Shaver and Bob Gallimore
Action needed: Consider a motion to approve or deny.
7. NEW CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS
8. END OF TELEVISED SESSION
9. GENERAL ISSUES AND CONCERNS OF CITIZENS
Persons wanting to speak regarding a general concern must sign up no later than
30 minutes prior to the beginning of the City Council meeting. A person may sign up
by notifying the City Clerk by calling 913-971-8521, emailing CCO@Olatheks.org or
in person at City Hall. The Council has allocated up to 3 minutes per speaker, and
up to 30 minutes total for this portion of the meeting.
10. 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.
Staff Contact: Jamie Robichaud and John Page
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2. IRB Report on a request by BPG Olathe 1 LLC for a single-phase
project under a master resolution for the construction of a
140,490 square foot industrial facility at the northeast corner of
159th Street and Lone Elm Road.
Staff Contact: Jamie Robichaud and John Page
3. IRB Report on a request by ABF Freight System, Inc. for a
single-phase project for the construction of a 28,330 square foot
warehouse/distribution facility on seven acres at the Olathe
Commerce Park on Pine and Dennis.
Staff Contact: Jamie Robichaud and John Page
4. IRB Report to request an IRB amount increase by BCB Olathe
Holdings LLC for a single-phase project to construct three
buildings totaling 385,000 sq. ft. for industrial uses near the
northwest corner of Fountain Drive and Frontier Lane in the
Southpark Olathe Industrial Phase II area development.
Staff Contact: Jamie Robichaud and John Page
5. Report on the 2023 Alcohol Tax Fund Allocations.
Staff Contact: Mike Sirna and Emily Diehl
6. Report on the 2023 Human Service Fund Allocations.
Staff Contact: Mike Sirna and Emily Diehl
7. Report on Amendments to Chapter 15.04 of the Olathe Municipal
Code pertaining to the Residential Code for One- and Two-Family
Dwellings to require under-stairway protection.
Staff Contact: Ron Shaver and Chris Grunewald
B. DISCUSSION ITEMS
1. Discussion of the 2023 State Legislative Program.
Staff Contact: Tim Danneberg
11. ADDITIONAL ITEMS
12. 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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