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Regular MeetingOttawa, KS · February 7, 2024
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Minutes of February 7, 2024
The Governing Body met at 7:00 p.m. on this date for the Regular City Commission
Meeting with the following members present and participating to wit: Mayor Skidmore,
Mayor Pro Tem Allen, Commissioner Caylor, Commissioner Clayton and Commissioner
Crowley. Mayor Skidmore called the meeting to order.
The Mayor welcomed the audience and led the Pledge of Allegiance to the American
flag. Mayor Skidmore gave the invocation.
Public Comments
No public comments were received.
Appointments, Proclamations, Recognitions, Nominations and Public Hearings
Proclamation—Black History Month
Commissioner Caylor read a proclamation recognizing February 2024 as Black History
Month. February has been set aside nationally for Black History Month to allow an
opportunity for citizens to become aware of the contributions African Americans have
made. Richard Jackson accepted the proclamation and thanked the Governing Body
for this recognition.
Consent Agenda
Mayor Pro Tem Allen made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Crowley, to approve
this consent agenda to include minutes from the January 31, 2024 Regular Meeting and
the Regular Meeting agenda. The motion was considered, and upon being put, all
present voted aye. The Mayor declared the consent agenda duly approved.
Declaration
No declaration was made.
Unfinished Business
Ordinance Establishing a Permitting Process for Temporary Events Where
Alcoholic Beverages will be sold or served
The Governing Body heard from City Attorney Blaine Finch, who presented an
ordinance establishing a permitting process for temporary events where alcoholic
beverages will be sold or served. Mr. Finch provided a comprehensive overview of the
proposed ordinance and addressed various inquiries, focusing on the following key
points:
• Proposed amendment of Section 4.101 of the Municipal Code to introduce a new
Article IX within Chapter 4, titled Common Consumption.
• The article delineates the requirements for establishing a Common Consumption
Area (CCA) in the downtown district.
• Under this framework, the City would be responsible for issuing CCA permits.
• Businesses interested in participating would need to apply for a permit from the
City.
• The ordinance includes amendments to existing definitions, incorporating the
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term "Director" and clarifying the definition of "Licensees."
• The ordinance aligns with existing regulations governing the times during which
alcohol can be sold within the City.
• It stipulates that participating businesses must utilize authorized containers
during CCA events.
• External alcohol consumption and the removal of alcoholic beverages from the
designated CCA area are strictly prohibited.
• The City Manager or his designated representative would be empowered to
approve or restrict events under this ordinance's purview.
After discussion, the Governing Body agreed by consensus to place this item on the
next Regular meeting agenda for February 14, 2024.
New Business
Ordinance Amending Section 12-317 of Municipal Code Regarding No Parking
Zones
The Governing Body heard from Director of Neighborhood Services Lucas Neece, who
a proposed ordinance that would amend Section 12-317 of the Municipal Code and
included the following:
• Wilson Street east of North Davis Ave is a narrow road that is unimproved in
front of Pinnacle Component Systems
• Not the width necessary to support both on-street parking and the truck traffic
generated by businesses in the area
• Prohibiting parking on East Wilson Street would help meet the needs of local
businesses for better traffic flow as well as help the Street department in their
efforts to maintain the gravel road
Commission Caylor made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Clayton, to approve
this ordinance. The motion was considered and upon being put, all present voted aye.
The Mayor declared this ordinance duly approved, and the ordinance was duly
numbered Ordinance No. 4130-24.
Commission Board/Commission Assignments for 2024
The Governing Body discussed the Commission Board and Commission Assignments
for 2024. Mayor Skidmore will join the Franklin County Development Council and the
Library Board. Mayor Pro Tem Allen will join the Chamber of Commerce Board and
continue on the Ottawa Memorial Auditorium Board. Commissioner Crowley will join
the Airport Advisory Board. Commissioner Caylor will continue with the Kansas
Municipal Energy Agency Board and Neighborhood Revitalization Board.
Commissioner Clayton will continue with the Ottawa Main Street Board and Prairie
Paws Animal Shelter.
City Manager’s Comments
City Manager Brian Silcott expressed gratitude to Mrs. Campbell’s high school class for
attending the meeting. He announced that the staff would present a proposal to the
Governing Body concerning an application for a liquor license for the Ottawa Memorial
Auditorium. Additionally, Mr. Silcott raised the topic of investigating a transient guest tax
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for the City of Ottawa, highlighting that the generated funds would support the
enhancement of amenities within the City.
Following the discussion, the Governing Body reached a consensus to pursue further
exploration of this potential additional revenue stream.
Governing Body Comments
Commissioner Caylor thanked Richard Jackson for his dedicated service to our
community. In addition, Mayor Skidmore announced the introduction of E15 fuel at
Love’s Travel Stop in Ottawa. This initiative, part of a national effort, marks Ottawa as
one of ten municipalities awarded a grant to offer this alternative fuel option to our
community.
Announcements
A. February 14, 2024 City Commission Meeting - 4:00 pm, City Hall
B. February 21, 2024 City Commission Meeting - 10:00 am, City Hall
C. February 28, 2024 City Commission Meeting - 4:00 pm, City Hall
Adjournment
There being no further business to come before the Governing Body, the Mayor
declared the meeting duly adjourned at 7:44 p.m.
/s/ Melissa Reed
Melissa Reed, City Clerk
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OTTAWA CITY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Wednesday, February 7, 2024 - 7:00 pm Ottawa City Hall - 101 S. Hickory
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I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL ____ Skidmore ____ Allen ____ Caylor ____ Clayton ____ Crowley
III. WELCOME
IV. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
V. INVOCATION
VI. 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 information purposes only. The Governing Body will take comments under advisement.
VII. APPOINTMENTS, PROCLAMATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, NOMINATIONS, AND PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Proclamation Recognizing February 2024 as Black History Month (P. 3)
Comments: February has been set aside nationally for Black History Month to allow an opportunity for
citizens to become aware of the contributions African-Americans have made. Donald Anderson, Ottawa
University, will accept the proclamation.
VIII. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes From January 31, 2024 Meeting (Pp. 4 - 7)
B. Agenda Approval
Motion: __________ Second: __________ Vote: __________
IX. DECLARATION
At this time, I’d like to give the Commissioners a chance to declare any conflict or communication they’ve
had that might influence their ability to consider today’s issues impartially.
X. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Ordinance Establishing a Permitting Process for Temporary Events Where Alcoholic Beverages Will be
Sold or Served - City Attorney Finch (Pp. 8 - 11)
Comments: Amendment of Section 4.101 of the Municipal Code adding a new Article IX in Chapter 4 titled
Common Consumption. The article outlines the requirements for a Common Consumption Area downtown.
Motion: __________ Second: __________ Vote: __________
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XI. NEW BUSINESS
A. Ordinance Amending Section 12-317 of Municipal Code Regarding No Parking Zones - Director of
Neighborhood Services Neece (Pp. 13 - 18)
Comments: The amendment would restrict parking on Wilson Street from North Davis Avenue to the end of
the street.
Motion: __________ Second: __________ Vote: __________
B. Commission Board/Commission Assignments for 2024 (Pp. 19 - 20)
XII. COMMENTS BY CITY MANAGER
XIII. COMMENTS BY GOVERNING BODY
XIV. ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. February 14, 2024 City Commission Meeting - 4:00 pm, City Hall
B. February 21, 2024 City Commission Meeting - 10:00 am, City Hall
C. February 28, 2024 City Commission Meeting - 4:00 pm, City Hall
XV. ADJOURN
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Whereas, in 1915 Dr. Carter G. Woodsen created the Association for the Study of Negro Life
and History (now called the Association for the Study of Afro-American Life and History) and
in 1926 introduced Negro History Week, and;
Whereas, in 1976 as part of America's Bicentennial Celebration, the week was extended to a
month and in now officially known as Black History Month, and;
Whereas, February has been set aside nationally for the observance of Black History
allowing an opportunity for many citizens in Ottawa to become aware of the contributions that
African Americans have made toward the empowerment of the Ottawa community and country,
and;
Whereas, today Black History Month continues to be an important time of reflection and
celebration for all Americans, and;
Whereas, this observance of Black History Month must lead to the day when the history of
the world will be void of national bias, race hate, and religious prejudice.
Now, therefore, be it resolved that we as a community assess where we are positioned
at this time in our history and determine where we are going in the future.
Let it further be resolved, that a true and objective presentation of history
eliminates the foundation of racism for some and increases the self-esteem of others.
Now, therefore, the governing body of the City of Ottawa, Kansas, does hereby
recognize the Month of February 2024 as:
Black history month
And urges all of our citizens to join in the observance of this month.
Signed this 1st day of February 2024.
Michael B. Skidmore, Mayor
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Agenda Item: VIII.A
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City Hall
Minutes of January 31, 2024
The Governing Body met at 4:00 p.m. on this date for the Regular City Commission
Meeting with the following members present and participating to wit: Mayor Skidmore,
Mayor Pro Tem Allen, Commissioner Caylor, Commissioner Clayton and Commissioner
Crowley. Mayor Skidmore called the meeting to order.
The Mayor welcomed the audience and led the Pledge of Allegiance to the American
flag. Mayor Skidmore gave the invocation.
Public Comments
No public comments were received.
Appointments, Proclamations, Recognitions, Nominations and Public Hearings
Proclamation Recognizing January as Human Trafficking Awareness Month
Mayor Pro Tem Allen read a proclamation recognizing January 2024 as Human
Trafficking Awareness Month. Human Trafficking Awareness Month focuses attention
on victims of human trafficking, a form of modern-day slavery and its far-reaching
effects. Zoe Barlow and Delano Thomas, Willow Domestic Violence Center, accepted
the proclamation and thanked the Governing Body for their support.
Proclamation Recognizing January 28 – February 3, 2024 as Catholic Schools Week
Commissioner Crowley read a proclamation recognizing January 28-February 3, 2024
as Catholic Schools Week. Mayor Skidmore will present the proclamation at Sacred
Heart School on February 1, 2024. Commissioner Caylor reported that the OHS
Seniors who are Sacred Heart alumni had a delightful visit to the school, where they
engaged in enriching activities such as sharing their life experiences, playing kickball,
and enjoying lunch with the current students.
Consent Agenda
Mayor Pro Tem Allen made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Clayton, to approve
this consent agenda to include minutes from the January 17, 2024 Regular Meeting and
the Regular Meeting agenda. The motion was considered, and upon being put, all
present voted aye. The Mayor declared the consent agenda duly approved.
Declaration
No declaration was made.
Emergency Communications Center Year-End Report by 911 Director
The Governing Body heard from Sarah Peffly, the Director of Emergency
Communications from Franklin County, who presented a comprehensive overview of
the Emergency Communications 911 data for 2023. Mrs. Peffley provided detailed
insights and addressed inquiries regarding the following key points:
• In 2023, the Emergency Communications Center received 11,606 911 calls,
alongside 58,345 administrative calls, and processed 142 texts to 911
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• It was highlighted that all received calls surpassed the standards set by the
National Emergency Number Associations
• Notably, the Franklin County Emergency Communications Center is currently
ACE-certified for handling medical calls, reflecting the commitment to excellence
in emergency response
• The current staff level is at 12, although the center is presently staffed at 10
members, indicating potential considerations for optimizing operational capacity
The presentation provided valuable insights into the functioning and performance of the
Emergency Communications Center, underscoring its vital role in ensuring public safety
and effective emergency response within our community.
Recommendation by Neighborhood Revitalization Program Review Committee to
Add Properties to the Program
The Governing Body heard from Ashley Hird, Planning Assistant, who reviewed the
twenty-eight residential structures and one commercial property to add to the
Neighborhood Revitalization Program:
• Neighborhood Revitalization Program Review Committee recommends that all
twenty-eight residential structures and one commercial property be included in
the NRP
• The City of Ottawa’s portion on the residential projects of the tax rebate amount
per year for years one through five is $18,678.52 and $14,437.44 a year for
years six through ten
• The difference is because the rehabilitation projects only benefit from a five-year
rebate, while new residential projects benefit from a ten-year rebate
• Residential rebate from the City of Ottawa for this group of projects is expected
to total $165,579.80 over ten years; commercial total over ten years is
$11,888.09
Residential New Address Maximum Rebate Available (95% for 10 years)
1016 E. 7th (For Sale) $6,786.05
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1022 E. 7 (For Sale) $6,786.05
618 N. Cherry (For Sale) $5,025.70
809 S. Poplar (For Sale) $10,003.14
720 S. Funston (For Sale) $8,042.72
110 S. Poplar (For Sale) $6,534.71
937 S. Ash (For Sale) $8,897.20
722 N. Cedar (Rental) $5,969.21
726 N. Cedar (Rental) $7,163.05
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923 E. 9 (Rental) $7,037.38
832 S. Willow (Rental) $11,310.08
716 S. Ash (Rental) $4,182.22
809 S. Willow (Rental or For Sale) $8,947.53
820 N. Locust (Rental or For Sale) $6,469.37
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927 E. 9 (Homeowner occupied) $7,037.38
1003 N. Cherry (Duplex-Rental) $17,090.79
1009 N. Cherry (Duplex-Rental) $17,090.79
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Residential Remodel Address Maximum Rebate Available (95% for 5 years)
1004 S. Willow (For Sale) $2,136.35
522 E. 5th (Rental) $1,759.35
319 E. 4th (Rental $2,531.20
526 S. Maple (Rental) $3,141.69
204 S. Elm (Rental) $1256.68
920 S. Locust (Rental $703.74
933 S. Ash (Rental or For Sale) $1,256.68
833 S. Main (Rental or For Sale) $1,508.01
1133 N. Cedar (Rental or For Sale) $1,131.01
634 N. King (Rental) $4,524.03
508 S. Locust (Rental) $1,256.68
Commercial Remodel Address Maximum Rebate Amount
222 E. Logan $11,888.09
Commissioner Caylor made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Allen, to approve
the recommendation to add all the properties except 1004 S. Willow to the
Neighborhood Revitalization Program. The motion was considered and upon being put,
all present voted aye. The Mayor declared these duly approved.
Commissioner Caylor made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Crowley, to approve
the recommendation to add 1004 S. Willow to the Neighborhood Revitalization
Program. Commission Clayton abstained. The motion was considered and upon being
put, all present voted aye. The Mayor declared this duly approved.
Review of Monthly Reports Submitted by Partner Agencies
The Governing Body engaged in a comprehensive review of the December 2023
monthly financial and activity reports submitted by community partner agencies.
FourthQuarter Report Review
The Governing Body reviewed the 2023 Fourth Quarter Financial and Activity reports in
collaboration with City Staff.
City Manager’s Comments
City Manager Brian Silcott expressed his gratitude to the Fire Chief and the Police Chief
for the prompt and effective responses from their respective departments during the
recent gas leak incident. Additionally, Mr. Silcott extended his appreciation to our
dedicated City crews for their swift action in addressing a trash and debris complaint,
preventing any potential spread to neighboring properties.
Governing Body Comments
Commissioner Caylor brought attention to the Local Ad Valorem Property Tax
Reduction (LAVTR) program, established under KSA 79-2959, which is designed to
allocate 3.63% of state sales and use taxes to cities and counties. Unfortunately, the
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State has not disbursed these funds since 2001, despite their critical role in alleviating
property taxes. Commissioner Caylor urged citizens to engage with their legislators,
advocating for the distribution of these funds to support local communities.
Commissioner Clayton reviewed the Governing Body’s participation in Local
Government Day in Topeka, where they engaged in discussions with fellow local
leaders on pertinent issues.
Mayor Skidmore shared his attendance at the Chamber banquet and extended
congratulations to all the deserving award winners.
Announcements
A. February 7, 2024 City Commission Meeting - 7:00 pm, City Hall
B. February 14, 2024 City Commission Meeting - 4:00 pm, City Hall
Adjournment
There being no further business to come before the Governing Body, the Mayor
declared the meeting duly adjourned at 5:08 p.m.
Melissa Reed, City Clerk
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ORDINANCE NUMBER _________
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A PERMITTING PROCESS FOR TEMPORARY
EVENTS WHERE ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES WILL BE SOLD OR SERVED.
Section 1. Amendment of Section 4-101. Section 4.101 of The Municipal Code of the City of
Ottawa, Kansas is hereby amended to read as follows:
4-101. Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this Chapter, shall have the meanings
ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
A. Accredited School- for the purpose of this chapter accredited school shall be determined by the
Kansas State Department of Education. In the City of Ottawa, accredited schools are the
following: All school buildings associated with U.S.D. 290 and Sacred Heart Elementary
School.
B. Alcoholic liquor- means, as defined by the Kansas Liquor Control Act, alcohol, spirits, wine
and beer, and every liquid or solid, patented or not, containing alcohol, spirits, wine or beer
and capable of being consumed as a beverage by a human being, but shall not include any
cereal malt beverage.
C. Case retailer- means a licensee who has a license to sell only at retail cereal malt beverages in
original and unbroken case lots or original and unbroken cartons of cans or bottles as
originally packaged by the manufacturer but not for consumption on the premises.
D. Common Consumption Area or “CCA” means a defined indoor or outdoor area not otherwise
subject to a license issued pursuant to the Kansas Liquor Control Act or the Club and
Drinking Establishment Act where the possession and consumption of alcoholic liquor or
enhanced cereal malt beverage is allowed pursuant to a common consumption area permit
issued by the Director.
E. Director means the director of the Alcoholic Beverage Control division of the Kansas
Department of Revenue.
F. Enhanced Cereal Malt Beverage means cereal malt beverage as that term is defined in K.S.A. 41-
2701, and amendments thereto, and such term shall include beer containing not more than
6% alcohol by volume when such beer is sold by a retailer licensed under the Kansas cereal
malt beverage act.
G. Food service establishment - shall mean a business which possesses a valid Kansas food service
establishment license pursuant to K.S.A. 36-502 et seq. and whose owner(s) seeks to use a
portion of the City owned sidewalk for dining purposes.
H. Highways and parking lots- means and includes streets, alleys and public ways of the City, State
and Federal highways within the Corporate Limits of the City, off-street parking facilities of
businesses, churches and schools, private parking areas specifically designed for the parking
of motor vehicles, public parks, public playgrounds, church playgrounds, school and church
driveways, service stations, food and beverage drive-ins, drive-in laundries, and automobile,
implement and machinery sales display lots.
I. Legal age for consumption of cereal malt beverage or alcoholic liquor- means 21 years of age.
J. Licensee- means (1) a “person” as defined in this Code who has a license as required in this
Chapter; (2) the owner of a food service establishment that obtains a sidewalk dining license
pursuant to Ordinance No. 3281-98, or (3) the holder of a license from the Director or the
City of Ottawa to sell alcoholic liquors or cereal malt beverage for consumption on premises.
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K. Minor- means any person who has not attained the age of 21 years of age.
L. Motor vehicles- means and includes every vehicle which is self-propelled.
M. Person- means any individual, firm, partnership, corporation or association.
N. Place of business- means any place at which cereal malt beverages or alcoholic liquor is sold.
O. Private club- means and includes every individual or organization currently licensed by the
State Director of Alcoholic Beverage Control as a private club, and such term shall also
include every place or premises named in such license.
P. Retailer- means any person who sells or offers for sale any cereal malt beverage for use or
consumption and not for resale in any form. The term includes a licensee who has a license
to make retail sales.
Q. Sidewalk - shall mean City owned right-of-way or easement that adjoins the property line of
the food service establishment.
R. Tavern- means a place of business which derives over fifty (50) percent of its gross income
from the retail sale of cereal malt beverages which may legally be consumed on the premises.
S. Wholesaler or distributor- means individuals, firms, partnerships, corporations and associations
which sell or offer for sale any beverage referred to in this Chapter to persons, partnerships,
corporations and associations authorized by this Chapter to sell cereal malt beverages at
retail, and shall also mean any person who shall engage in delivering such beverages to a
retailer in the City.
Section 2. NEW ARTICLE OF MUNICIPAL CODE. The Municipal Code of the City of Ottawa,
Kansas, is hereby amended by adding a new Article IX in Chapter 4 which shall be titled: Common
Consumption and which shall contain the following sections of this ordinance.
Section 3. COMMON CONSUMPTION AREA. The governing body hereby establishes the
following common consumption area (“CCA”):
A. Downtown. The area beginning at the northwest corner of the intersection of Fifth and
Walnut Streets and then proceeding east along the north side of Fifth Street to the northeast
corner of the intersection of Fifth and Hickory Streets, thence north along the east side of
Hickory Street to the southwest corner of the property at 301 S. Hickory Street, and thence
east to the rear of said property, then north along the east line of said property and then west
along the south side of Third Street to the southeast corner of the intersection of Third and
Hickory Streets, thence north along the east side of Hickory Street to the southern base of
the southern flood levee, thence west along the base of the flood levee to the east side of
Main Street, thence North across the east side of the Main Street Bridge, to the northeast
corner of the intersection of Main and Tecumseh Streets, thence west along the north side
of Tecumseh Street to the western side of the Prairie Spirit Trail, thence south along the
west side of the trail to base of the northern flood levee, then along the north line of the
base of the levee in a meander to its intersection with Main Street, thence south along the
west edge of the Main Street Bridge to the base of the southern flood levee, thence west in a
meander along the south line of the base of the southern flood levee to the west side of
Prairie Spirit Trail, thence south along the west side of the trail to the intersection with First
Street, thence west to the west side of First Street, thence south along the west side of First
Street to the northwest corner of the intersection of Fifth and Walnut Streets, which is the
place of beginning.
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B. Public streets or roadways within a CCA may be blocked from motorized traffic during the
hours in which alcoholic liquor or enhanced cereal malt beverage is consumed. Any such
closure shall be noted in the CCA Permit issued by the city.
Section 4. HOURS. Subject to the conditions of a CCA permit issued by the City, the possession
and consumption of alcoholic liquor or cereal malt beverage in each CCA shall be allowed only
between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m.
Section 5. STATE AND LOCAL PERMIT REQUIRED. Possession and consumption of
alcoholic liquor or enhanced cereal malt beverage is authorized within the CCA provided that a
common consumption permit has been issued to the City by the Director in accordance with K.S.A.
41-2659 and the City has granted a CCA permit to use the CCA. CCA permits are for possession
and consumption of alcoholic liquor or cereal malt beverage only.
Section 6. SALES. Sales of alcoholic liquor or cereal malt beverage for consumption within the
CCA are prohibited, except during a CCA event permitted by the City.
A. The following may sell alcoholic liquor or cereal malt beverage within the CCA as part of a CCA
permitted event.
1. Licensed Premises During CCA Event. Any licensee of a licensed premises located within or
immediately adjacent to the CCA may request and receive permission from the Kansas
Alcoholic and Beverage Control and the City Manager or designee to participate in the CCA.
Proof of approval to participate in the CCA from the Director and City Manager or designee
must be provided to the City Clerk to sell alcoholic liquors and cereal malt beverage for
consumption in the CCA.
2. Noncontiguous Sales. In addition to their licensed premises, one or more licensees that have
requested and received permission to participate in the CCA and received a special event
permit may offer for sale, sell and serve alcoholic liquor or cereal malt beverage for
consumption from one noncontiguous service area within the CCA, as designated and
approved by the City Manager or designee. The licensee shall prominently display a copy of
its drinking establishment license and special event permit at its noncontiguous service area.
B. No sales of alcoholic liquor or cereal malt beverage may occur on non-licensed premises covered
by the CCA permit unless the sales are conducted by: a caterer licensed in accordance with all
City requirements for a catered event with approval from the City Manager or designee, a
separate temporary or special event permit has been issued for that specific area, or a drinking
establishment has been authorized in writing by the City Manager or designee to operate a
noncontiguous service area in accordance with K.S.A. 41-2659(e)(2).
Section 7. AUTHORIZED CONTAINERS. All alcoholic liquor or cereal malt beverage removed
from a premise licensed by the Director and taken into the CCA area shall be served in a container
that displays the licensee’s name, logo, or other identifying mark that is unique to the licensee. No
alcoholic beverage removed from a licensed premises shall be in a glass container.
Section 8. PURCHASES OUTSIDE OF A CCA. The possession of alcoholic liquor or cereal malt
beverage purchased or obtained outside the boundaries of a CCA shall not be permitted inside the
boundaries of a CCA.
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Section 9. PURCHASES WITHIN A CCA. No container of alcoholic liquor or enhanced cereal
malt beverage purchased within a CCA shall be removed from the boundaries of a CCA.
Section 10. INAPPROPRIATE CONDUCT. Inappropriate conduct shall not be permitted within
the boundaries of a CCA. Any person engaging in inappropriate conduct may be subject to removal
from the event. Inappropriate conduct includes, but is not limited to: fighting, harassment,
destruction of property, littering, or committing any violation of City ordinances or state law.
Section 11. COMPLIANCE BY LICENSEES. All licensees approved by the Director to participate
in the CCA shall at all times comply with all City ordinances, state, and federal laws regulating the
purchase, sale, and consumption of alcoholic liquor and enhanced cereal malt beverage.
Section 12. AUTHORIZATION. The Governing Body hereby authorizes the City Manager or
designee to take all reasonably necessary actions, including but not limited to the execution of all
documents and instruments to obtain a permit from the ABC for the CCA on behalf of the City,
and issue any rules and regulations to implement the provisions of this chapter.
Section 13. LOCAL PERMIT. The application for a local CCA permit shall be made on the same
form and follow the same processes as a City Temporary Event Permit as set forth in Section 4-701,
4-702, and 4-703 of the City of Ottawa Municipal Code.
Section 14. AMENDMENT OF CODE SECTION
Section 4-504 of the Municipal Code of the City of Ottawa is hereby amended as follows:
No person shall drink or consume any alcoholic liquor or cereal malt beverage on City owned public
property. However, this prohibition shall not apply to:
A. The following city owned facilities when the person who wishes to sell or provide alcoholic
liquor has first obtained a permit from the City Clerk:
a. the inside of the Municipal Auditorium, located at 3rd and Hickory;
b. the inside of the Carnegie Cultural Center, located at 5th and Main;
c. the municipal airport facility (building facility only, not t-hangars);
B. Public sidewalks when licensed and compliant with Chapter 11, Section 11-1106;
C. Any specific location for which a local temporary permit or special event retailer’s permit has
been issued pursuant to Section __________ or Section __________ of the Municipal Code
during such specific time period as set forth in the permit.
D. Any specific location contained in a common consumption area (“CCA”) as set forth in
Chapter 4, Article IX of the Municipal Code.
Section 15. PENALTY. If the local CCA permit holder has violated any of the provisions of this
article the City Manager or designee, may revoke such local CCA permit, and the individual holding
the permit may be charged in Municipal Court with a violation of the alcoholic liquor laws of the
City and upon convictions shall be punished by:
A. A fine of not more than $500.00; or
B. Imprisonment in jail for note more than 180 days; or
C. Both fine and imprisonment as set forth in subsections (a) and (b) of this section.
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Section 16. EFFECTIVE DATE
This ordinance shall take effect upon publication in the official city newspaper.
ADOPTED by the Governing Body of the City of Ottawa on this _____ day of
________________, 2024.
____________________________________
Mike Skidmore, Mayor
Attest:
_____________________________________
City Clerk
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Agenda Item: XI.A
City of Ottawa
City Commission Meeting
February 7th, 2024
TO: Mayor and City Commission
SUBJECT: Institution of No-Parking on Wilson Street from North Davis Ave to Road
End
INITIATED BY: Lucas Neece, Director of Neighborhood Services
AGENDA: New Business
Recommendation:
It is recommended by Staff that the City Commission approve the updated parking ordinance
amending Section 12-317 of Municipal Code.
Background:
Wilson Street east of North Davis Ave is a narrow road that is unimproved in front of Pinnacle
Component. There is not the width necessary to support both on-street parking and the truck
traffic generated by businesses in the area.
Analysis:
This change to parking on North Davis Ave would help meet the needs of local businesses for
better traffic flow and also help the Streets department in their efforts to maintain the gravel
road, which is hindered by on-street parking.
Financial Considerations:
There is no direct financial cost to the City.
Legal Considerations:
Ordinance has been reviewed by City Attorney Blaine Finch. Approve as to form.
Recommendation/Actions:
It is recommended the City Commission deliberate approval of the updated parking ordinance
amending Section 12-317 of Municipal Code for the following courses of action:
• Take Final Action at the February 7th Regular Meeting:
o “Approve the ordinance amending Section 12-317 of Municipal Code restricting
parking on Wilson Street from North Davis Ave to the end of the road.”
• Refer Item XI.A to the Wednesday, February 14th Regular Meeting for continued
deliberation and consideration.
Attachments:
Vicinity Map XI.A.1
Ordinance XI.A.2
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Agenda Item: XI.A.1
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Agenda Item: XI.A.2
ORDINANCE NO. _______________
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE REGULATION OF VEHICULAR AND
PEDESTRIAN TRAFFIC, INCLUDING DESIGNATION OF “NO PARKING” ZONES
WITHIN THE CITY OF OTTAWA, KANSAS AND ADDING A NO PARKING ZONE ON
WILSON STREET FROM NORTH DAVIS AVENUE TO THE EASTERN END OF THE
ROAD BYAMENDING SECTION 12-317 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF
OTTAWA, KANSAS.
BE IT ORDAINED by the Governing Body of the City of Ottawa, Kansas, as follows:
Section 1. Section 12-317 of the Municipal Code of the City of Ottawa is hereby amended to read as
follows:
12-317. No parking zones.
A. The streets or portions thereof set forth in this section are designated as no parking zones. No
parking zones shall include the following streets or portions thereof.
Street Side(s) From To
Ash Street Both 2nd Street 7th Street
Beech Street East 13th Street 15th Street
Burrough Street East 6th Street 7th Street
Cedar Street West 1st Street 9th Street
Cedar Street East 4th Street 20 feet South of 4th Street
Cedar Street East 9th Street 15th Street
Cedar Street West Massasoit Street Red Jacket Street
Cedar Street West Massasoit Street Powhattan Street
Cedar Street West 55 ft. of 10th Street 55 ft. S of 10th Street
College Street East 12th Street 13th Street
Dogwood Street West 13th Street 15th Street
Elm Street West 1st Street 2nd Street
Elm Street Both 7th Street 19th Street
Elm Street West 17th Street 19th Street
Elm Street East 17th Street 19th Street
Hickory Street West 7th Street 9th Street
Hickory Street West 9th Street 13th Street
King Street West Wilson Street Powhattan Street
King Street East 23rd Street 22nd Street (dead end)
Locust Street West 1st Street 7th Street
Locust Street East 5th Street 20 ft. North of 5th Street
Locust Street East 5th Street 20 ft. South of 5th Street
Locust Street East 7th Street 9th Street
Locust Street West 219 feet S. of Wilson St 223 South of Wilson Street
Locust Street East 10th Street 11th Street
Maple Street West 17th Street 18th Street
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Street Side(s) From To
Mulberry Street West 4th Street 7th Street
Mulberry Street West 7th Street 11th Street
Mulberry Street East Logan Street Powhattan Street
Mulberry Street East 9th Street 15 ft. north of fire hydrant
S. Mulberry Street East 12th Street 13th Street
Oak Street East 7th Street 9th Street
Oak Street East Logan Street Wilson Street
Oak Street West 9th Street 30 ft. north of stop sign
Olive Street West 10th Street 11th Street
Pine Street West 4th Street 6th Street
Pine Street East 10th Street 11th Street
Poplar Street East Logan Street Wilson Street
Poplar Street East 9th Street 15 ft. north of fire hydrant
Poplar Street West 9th Street 30 ft. north of stop sign
Princeton Circle Dr. West 23rd Street 19th Street
Princeton Street West 7th Street 9th Street
Red Bud Street East 13th Street 15th Street
Red Jacket Street South Sycamore Street Cherry Street
Sycamore Street East 4th Street 5th Street
Sycamore Street East 7th Street 9th Street
Tremont Street East 7th Street 9th Street
Twyman Street West 13th Street 15th Street
Walnut Street West 5th Street 7th Street
Willow Street West 7th Street 9th Street
Willow Street West 11th Street 15th Street
Wilson Street North Main Street Locust Street
Wilson Street North Davis Avenue Road End
1st Street Both Hickory Street Cedar Street
1st Street North Main Street First alley West of Main St
1st Street South Locust Street Willow Street
2nd Street Both Locust Street Beech Street
4th Street North Walnut Street First alley West of Walnut St
4th Street North Cedar Street Poplar Street
5th Street North Walnut Street Locust Street
5th Street North Ash Street Beech Street
5th Street North Hickory Street Cedar Street
6th Street North Walnut Street Ash Street
6th Street North Ash Street Beech Street
6th Street South Hickory Street Mulberry Street
7th Street Both West city limits Cedar Street
7th Street North Cedar Street Burrough Street
7th Street Both Burrough Street East city limit
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Street Side(s) From To
8th Street South Cedar Street Cherry Street
8th Street South Tremont Street Ash Street
9th Street Both Main Street Mulberry Street
9th Street South Sycamore Street Highland Street
9th Street South First alley W of Walnut St Walnut Street
9th Street South Willow Street Main Street
9th Street South Mulberry Street Sycamore Street
9th Street South Highland Street Lincoln Street
9th Street North Mulberry Street 30 ft. east of stop sign
10th Street Both Main Street Cedar Street
10th Street South Main Street Walnut Street
11th Street South Alley W of Hickory Street Cedar Street
11th Street North Cypress Street Pine Street
11th Street South Cedar Street Mulberry Street
11th Street North Mulberry Street Burroughs Street
12th Street South Main Street Cedar Street
12th Street South Main Street First alley W of Main St
13th Street Both Eisenhower Road Pine Street
14th Street South Main Street Cedar Street
15th Street Both Main Street First alley East of Main St
15th Street Both Main Street First alley W of Main St
15th Street North Oak Street Mulberry Street
18th Street North Chestnut Street Maple Street
B. There shall be NO PARKING authorized on either side of ARTERIAL streets (as listed
below) other than within marked parking spaces and subject to any restrictions herein. ARTERIAL
STREETS where all parking is prohibited are:
Main Street
Elm Street
K-68 Highway
2nd Street (Beech to Cedar)
7th Street (West city limits to Cedar)
15th Street (except Ash to Olive on North side)
23rd Street
Ash Street (2nd to 7th)
Davis Avenue
Lincoln Street
Wilson Street
C. The City Manager or his/her designee shall cause such signs to be erected and maintained as are
necessary to inform the public of the no parking zones designated by this section.
Section 2. All prior ordinances in conflict with this ordinance are hereby repealed.
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Section 3. This ordinance shall be incorporated into the Ottawa Municipal Code and shall be in full
force and effect upon its adoption and publication in the official newspaper.
ADOPTED this _______ day of __________________, 2023.
_________________________________
Mayor
Attest
__________________________________
City Clerk
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Agenda Item: XI.B
City of Ottawa
City Commission Meeting
February 7, 2024
TO: Mayor and City Commission
SUBJECT: Commission and Board Assignments for 2024
INITIATED BY: Executive Assistant to the City Manager
AGENDA: New Business
Recommendation:
Review list of current City board/commission assignments below and make a determination of
who will sit on these boards in 2024.
Background:
Early each year the Commission reviews the list of City board/commissions assignments and
determines who will be their representative on the board for that year. The list of 2023
assignments are below.
Airport Advisory Board – Mayor is Ex Officio:
First Tuesday – 5:30 pm
City Hall 2nd Floor Conference Room
Current: Mayor Skidmore
New: ________________________
Chamber of Commerce – Traditionally the Mayor Pro-Tem:
Second Tuesday
7:30 am Chamber of Commerce
Current: Mayor Skidmore
New: ________________________
Franklin County Development Council – Traditionally the Mayor:
First Tuesday – 7:30 am
Chamber of Commerce
Current: Commissioner Crowley
New: ________________________
Kansas Municipal Energy Agency:
Current: Commissioner Caylor
Library Board – Mayor is Ex Officio:
Fourth Monday – 6:00 pm
City Hall Study Session Room
Current: Commissioner Crowley
New: _______________________
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Neighborhood Revitalization Program Review Committee:
As necessary
Current: Commissioner Caylor
New: ________________________
Ottawa Main Street Association:
Third Tuesday – 5:45 pm
Current: Commissioner Clayton
New: ________________________
Ottawa Memorial Auditorium Advisory Board – Ex Officio:
Third Tuesday – 11:30 am
Auditorium
Current: Mayor Pro Tem Allen
New: ________________________
Prairie Paws Animal Shelter:
Fourth Tuesday – 6:30 pm
Prairie Paws conference room
Current: Commissioner Clayton
New: ________________________
Recommendation/Action:
It is recommended the City Commission review the list of board assignments for one of the
following courses of action:
• Take Final Action at the February 7, 2024 Meeting
• Refer Item XI.B to the Wednesday, February 14th Meeting for continued deliberation and
consideration.
Attachments: N/A
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