City Commission
Regular MeetingOttawa, KS · August 14, 2023
Minutes
Study Session Minutes
Ottawa, Kansas
Minutes of August 14, 2023
The Governing Body met at 4:00 pm this date at City Hall with the following members present and
participating to wit: Mayor Crowley, Mayor Pro Tem Skidmore, Commissioner Graves,
Commissioner Caylor and Commissioner Clayton. Mayor Crowley called the meeting to order.
Public Comments
None were given.
City Support of Hidden Lakes Tax Credit Application
The Governing Body heard from Utilities Director Dennis Tharp, who discussed the City’s support
of the Hidden Lakes tax credit application and discussed the following:
• Determination was made early in the process with this developer to provide support for the
project
• It was determined that the City could provide a $20,000 reduction in the cost of tap fees
• The total cost for tap fees on 24 units would normally be approximately $25,869
• The method of support was determined to have the least impact on the community to
support this endeavor
• Staff recommends commission approval to waive $20,000 in tap fees for the Hidden Lakes
subdivision
Commissioner Caylor made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Clayton, to approve the
$20,000 reduction in tap fees to the Hidden Lakes subdivision. The motion was considered and
upon being put, all present voted aye. The Mayor declared this item duly approved.
City Manager's Comments
City Manager Brian Silcott updated the Governing Body on current projects.
Commissioner's Comments
Commissioner Clayton stated that the recent Moderate Income Housing award is an excellent
opportunity for our community.
Mayor's Comments
Mayor Crowley had no comment.
Announcements
A. August 16, 2023 Regular Meeting - 10:00 am, City Hall – Cancelled
B. August 18, 2023 City Employee/Retiree/Volunteer & Families Event – 5:30-9:00 pm
C. August 21, 2023 Study Session – 4:00 pm, City Hall
D. August 28, 2023 Study Session – 4:00 pm, City Hall
E. September 4, 2023 Labor Day Holiday – Study Session Cancelled
There being no further business to come before the Governing Body, the Mayor declared the
meeting duly adjourned at 4:21 pm.
/s/ Melissa Reed___________
Melissa Reed, City Clerk
August 14, 2023
Agenda
OTTAWA CITY COMMISSION STUDY SESSION AGENDA
Monday, August 14, 2023 - 4:00 pm Ottawa City Hall - 101 S. Hickory
In accordance with Kansas Open Meetings Act (KOMA), the Citizens may attend in person, VIA ZOOM or submit comments
meeting can be viewed live on Channel 23 and via Facebook Live (300 words or less) for the City Commission. To submit your public
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notice of at least two (2) working days. TTY users please call 711. you wish to speak.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Subject to the above restrictions, persons who wish to address the City Commission regarding items on the agenda
may do so as that agenda item is called. Persons who wish to address the City Commission regarding items not on
the agenda and that are under the jurisdiction of the City Commission, may do so at this time when called upon by
the Mayor. Comments on personnel matters and matters pending in court or with other outside tribunals are not
permitted. Speakers are limited to three minutes. Any presentation is for informational purposes only. The
Governing Body will take comments under advisement.
I. ITEMS FOR PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION * (Click on the item to access the attachment)
A. City Support of Hidden Lakes Tax Credit Application - Dennis Tharp / Melanie Landis (Pp. 2 - 3)
B. Comments by City Manager
C. Comments by City Commissioners
D. Comments by Mayor
II. ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. August 16, 2023 Regular Meeting - 10:00 am, City Hall
B. August 18, 2023 City Employee/Retiree/Volunteer & Families Event - 5:30-9:00 pm, Fusion Alley
C. August 21, 2023 Study Session - 4:00 pm, City Hall
D. August 28, 2023 Study Session - 4:00 pm, City Hall
E. September 4, 2023 Labor Day Holiday - Study Session CANCELLED
III. ITEMS ALREADY PLACED
IV. ADJOURN
*All presentation materials to be reviewed at the study session (including PowerPoint) must be emailed
to presentations@ottawaks.gov and gmathews@ottawaks.gov by 10:00 am the Thursday prior to the meeting.
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Agenda Item: I. A.
City of Ottawa
City Commission Study Session
August 14, 2023
TO: Honorable City Commission
SUBJECT: City Support of Hidden Lakes Tax Credit Application
INITIATED BY: Dennis Tharp, Director of Utilities
AGENDA: Items for Presentation & Discussion
Recommendation: Staff recommends commission approval to waive $20,000.00 in tap fees for
the Hidden Lakes subdivision.
Background: See letter attached
Analysis: Determination was made early in the process, with this developer to provide support
for the project. To do that it was determined the City could provide $20,000.00 reduction in cost
of tap fees. Total cost for tap fees on 24 units would be approximately $25,968.00.
Financial Considerations: This method of support was determined to have the least impact on
the community to support this endeavor.
Legal Considerations: n/a
Recommendation/Action: Staff seeks swift approval in order to meet timeline requirements of
this project, set forth by funding opportunities from the Kansas Housing Resources Corporation.
Attachments: See letter
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