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Public Works Director Jesse Rohrer summarized a multi-step process that included a code committee of local licensed contractors, staff review of the 2018 and 2021 interim changes, and an open meeting with local builders. Rohrer said the 2015 codes were last adopted in 2017 and that the 2024 cycle addresses newer construction techniques, accessibility and energy-efficiency standards.

Rohrer highlighted several local amendments included in the adopting ordinance. One amendment preserves the city's practice on fence permits (no building permit for fences six feet or less) and another amended occupancy thresholds related to fire sprinkler requirements; staff recommended and the ordinance reduces some sprinkler triggers to align with state practice, for example changing a commercial occupant-load threshold in a provision from 100 to 300 for sprinkler triggers referenced in the discussion. Rohrer also noted the codes include provisions for tiny homes, electric-vehicle charging at homes, and rooftop solar systems.

Commission discussion covered contractor buy-in, the timing of adoption versus projects under design, and the practical effect on builders. Staff said projects already under design may proceed under their current code reference and that most commercial designers are already using newer codes in practice. Commissioner questions about fence permits and drainage were answered by staff: fences six feet or less remain exempt from building permits under local practice; fences placed within drainage easements remain subject to easement restrictions.

Commissioner Buric moved to approve Ordinance No. 4,069 adopting the 2024 IBC and IRC with the recommended amendments; Commissioner Cunningham seconded. The motion passed on a voice vote with all commissioners saying \"aye.\" Staff said they will return with additional code updates (electric, plumbing, mechanical and fire code) in future cycles.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","March 27th, 2025 [Commission Meeting]","oneSentenceSummary","The commission approved adoption of the 2024 International Building Code and 2024 International Residential Code with local amendments after a code-committee review and industry outreach; certain sprinkler and occupancy thresholds were amended.","taxTitle","Hays City, Ellis County, Kansas","taxId",52149,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6099479,"Commission sets May 8 public hearing for Tallgrass Phase 4 RHID",560,1765000,2325000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2817178-3adbcdd8412ed5ff7727b495828a3ea5&start=1765&end=2325","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2817178-3adbcdd8412ed5ff7727b495828a3ea5/thumbnail_1765000.jpg","/articles/6099479/Hays-City/Ellis-County/Kansas/Commission-sets-May-8-public-hearing-for-Tallgrass-Phase-4-RHID","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6099479-a52f8bb4b0d79c4db5acddb840ca751a/orig.mp4?Expires=1771186148&Signature=fJZ3ZmAiNzyAPstxNIfRcZIh4jskFuMAWPK74Mttl6W96kYX92XpQerXNhbXf5wANkAV0W05FnBbsF3U~Sl4~~Bjq0pPgRrslkX-NYksZeqhJwmlvGwdBLYXWcwJOMZ5aR~USBu-gcIc7IIqyQwqusiqDr-p8ZhvOk6oaXgkGAlgtguUKvCU1FlRnEbK-n9QiJALFIgOqkAMurgiLf3zODX9IftNurmrNedc-2GKPuCI8GVPdILaGj-1c9WYHxduyVN9IfCaOu2eSL1SFbs463VB0-1gmPBhy1kWix8f~N9KLrZJOuUk7DosR93kLUMovj~L0sjA6jklQtwbNT9rfg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Hays City Commission adopted a resolution setting a public hearing for May 8 to consider establishing a Reinvestment Housing Incentive District (RHID) for the Tallgrass Second Edition Phase 4 development.

Assistant City Manager Jared Kuckelman told commissioners that Heart of America, the developer, proposes roughly 101 residential lots for phase 4 and is requesting an RHID to reimburse eligible infrastructure costs. The developer proposed a deposit equal to 30% of projected infrastructure costs; staff estimated eligible project costs at approximately $6,000,000 and estimated the RHID could generate about $6,867,000 in incremental property-tax revenue over 25 years. Kuckelman explained RHIDs capture incremental property-tax revenue for up to 25 years to offset infrastructure costs and that at the end of the RHID term full improved valuation reverts to taxing jurisdictions.

Kuckelman also explained the process steps: city submission of district lines for state review (Secretary of Commerce), a statutory public-notice period, a public hearing on May 8, and potential ordinance adoption in early June. Staff noted that if revenue shortfalls occur within six years, the city could take ownership of undeveloped lots per terms described in the proposed plan. Commissioners asked about the statutory timeline and public-notice requirements; staff said the schedule aims to allow adequate time for required notices and review by state and other taxing entities.

Commissioner Reuter moved to adopt Resolution No. 2025-002 to set the public hearing; Commissioner Musil seconded. The motion passed on a voice vote with all commissioners saying \"aye.\" The public hearing will be held May 8, after which the commission may vote on an ordinance to establish the RHID and adopt the development plan.","The commission adopted a resolution to schedule a May 8 public hearing on a proposed Reinvestment Housing Incentive District for Tallgrass Second Edition Phase 4; staff summarized estimated infrastructure costs and revenue projections.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6099485,"Women Who Lead get commission approval to fundraise for Sunrise Park improvements",1112,628000,1740000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2817178-3adbcdd8412ed5ff7727b495828a3ea5&start=628&end=1740","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2817178-3adbcdd8412ed5ff7727b495828a3ea5/thumbnail_628000.jpg","/articles/6099485/Hays-City/Ellis-County/Kansas/Women-Who-Lead-get-commission-approval-to-fundraise-for-Sunrise-Park-improvements","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6099485-161f79c00737e679a6998c70455d54ba/orig.mp4?Expires=1771186148&Signature=Unk5sipkA~5jlxdegh~HdLImUqahKN~qhkc-E53GK6r6PEp7W29SI2JFfT05nGX2yUoMmAIV5LO0iR6Xti7db2uW9j4Qy3gMD912AYIqey-G~oMtfqspvockSNtDVYKC2QF-mheIGT70CHoC8blIAkPnA6sEMAV1Vr4AWoeaqr-Ss37iQ6JMnk2tORDtuoZ3CDQkP-QivDi4XyWqwdSgBWu5hmSCgmdTIihnxv5N1gsyBSfXbZ3J-Yv8i0Wq56cBhD27-ciMC-KO7OS~Rlm-7OFGEuf8CdSy4Y3rjxyZUuJfZ6ycemH8Hufbla6DFsfpyfUuAGFlZoAMgfet2OECXQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Hays City Commission authorized the nonprofit Women Who Lead to proceed with fundraising for planned improvements at Sunrise Park, including ball-field rehabilitation, three additional disc-golf holes, kiosk and solar lighting, and a new basketball court.

Representatives from Women Who Lead described a phased project: phase 1 would include ball-field repair (estimated $13,600) to address drainage and leveling problems; three additional disc-golf holes ($1,950); a kiosk and solar lighting and trash cans ($3,600); and a new full-size basketball court ($30,000). The group said the total for the listed phase-1 items is approximately $49,150 and that the organization is not requesting city funds for the work.

Parks staff and commissioner discussion confirmed the ball fields have persistent drainage issues and that M and D has offered assistance to help with the needed fill and grading to improve drainage. Parks staff described the proposed items as low-maintenance: kiosks, solar maps, trash receptacles and the basketball court are expected to have minimal ongoing cost to the city. Commissioners praised the volunteer group's fundraising and asked staff to provide any guidance on permitting and placement.

Commissioner Reuter moved and Commissioner Cunningham seconded a motion authorizing Women Who Lead to proceed with fundraising for phase 1 and phase 2 improvements at Sunrise Park. The motion passed by voice vote with all commissioners saying \"aye.\" The commission requested staff oversight to ensure work meets city standards and to coordinate any required approvals.

Women Who Lead also described a longer-term phase 2 vision to replace the playground, with an estimated cost of $100,000 to $200,000 to be pursued through grants and fundraising in a subsequent year.","The City Commission authorized Women Who Lead to proceed with phase 1 fundraising and phase 2 planning for Sunrise Park improvements including ball field repairs, additional disc-golf holes, a kiosk, solar lights, and a new basketball court.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6099490,"Commission reappoints Al Klaus to Hays Housing Authority board",44,563000,607000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2817178-3adbcdd8412ed5ff7727b495828a3ea5&start=563&end=607","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2817178-3adbcdd8412ed5ff7727b495828a3ea5/thumbnail_563000.jpg","/articles/6099490/Hays-City/Ellis-County/Kansas/Commission-reappoints-Al-Klaus-to-Hays-Housing-Authority-board","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6099490-fad2d4ca8e92f4c366ae39e0d5a1dcc7/orig.mp4?Expires=1771186148&Signature=nmRtajk1O8r0Nnh1wGNGE2wByRTz6-04EmOTtK6kFu5dwVtC17pDVcOlNWMjSZr4Tp-OPORbTzS6Cg0oXc7rwh8I77uzMoEZaxnkxw~W0AeRvncbCacCQQVLQIKRhd7T~wCDH1lAkMrYMneVkP-L84AdnXX9qLFYiH1DpPY8A3g33Cwd8CIG50FjeciSIpGrx8EM6JA~thHaLnhffeikJ1InUde-2Ny5S8rg9t2fdsQ1wMZiqSKF177FIg52HEi5TX9eyUIsx8tT~XX13a8j74E0byXp3uB5pTep-rciik1sBL3kEb9LCNwrU37AWUpuj1Wz906vUPH7Xgjeiiy4ig__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Hays City Commission approved, on the consent agenda, the reappointment of Al Klaus to a four-year term on the Hays Housing Authority Board.

Mayor or presiding commissioner introduced the consent agenda item noting Klaus has served three prior terms and that his commitment was strong. Commissioner Reuter moved to approve the consent agenda and Commissioner Cunningham seconded; the motion passed by voice vote with all commissioners saying \"aye.\"

No other discussion or public comment was recorded on the appointment. The reappointment will continue Klaus's service on the Hays Housing Authority Board for the next four years under the existing board appointment procedures.","The commission approved a consent-agenda item to reappoint Al Klaus to a four-year term on the Hays Housing Authority board.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6099494,"Resident urges commission to allow backyard chickens; staff asked to draft policy",354,206000,560000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2817178-3adbcdd8412ed5ff7727b495828a3ea5&start=206&end=560","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2817178-3adbcdd8412ed5ff7727b495828a3ea5/thumbnail_206000.jpg","/articles/6099494/Hays-City/Ellis-County/Kansas/Resident-urges-commission-to-allow-backyard-chickens-staff-asked-to-draft-policy","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6099494-fc318a2c77c80acd1f62e18654ac466e/orig.mp4?Expires=1771186148&Signature=af2J3cGlSHflGVqQ9uhLTmJ403MyNyI0dalePAAQPRH1kwzgCN7CKW93XyGRDriIUDck3V~IT4l5FKJX8KZsTMKWvzKJiE9QczCI9Y28BJCM6azgv1Xth3QLobdXLMIxACb~lR~nR06BvrRejtwgEW1g0hmqtuUcbKffOnT-3rlBNyHmao854fFKkoU63qhySVLX4kNtsmtzXXlocZsH9jilZZTpSiHXpIlUmakn8IKjYrtwAX254aRKG8mh-BWyQYfNlJug2KPMzj~7Bz0pKd3e3ABtYzkCjs60-ffwj-mXpT4tMlQ7g0zBUaWHGq8aKY952podMXy-EWtnjcRuYQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","A Hays resident urged the City Commission to permit backyard chickens inside city limits and asked the commission to consider a permitting framework that would limit the number of birds and require basic coop standards.

Tina Sarver presented a pros-and-cons memo and said she had circulated a petition with \"several hundred signatures.\" She recommended a permit system with an annual fee, a cap of about five birds per household, and basic standards for coops and animal care to reduce nuisance and abandonment. Sarver said allowing small-scale poultry could create opportunities for youth 4-H participation and give city residents a chance to raise poultry responsibly.

Commissioners asked questions and voiced general support for a cautious approach. Commissioner Reeder asked what implementing the change would require from staff; a city staff member advised a \"minimalist\" initial framework, with the possibility of licensing if problems arose later. The staff suggested bringing a proposed policy to a work session to allow public input and refinement.

Commissioner comments ranged from personal experience raising chickens to concerns about odor if numbers are excessive. Commissioners and staff did not vote on an ordinance or amendment that night; instead the commission directed staff to prepare a proposed policy and present it at a work session for public comment.

Next steps: staff will draft a proposed permitting policy that outlines allowable numbers, coop standards, and enforcement mechanisms and bring that proposal to a future work session for the commission to consider and for public input.","A Hays resident requested the city allow backyard chickens; commissioners generally supportive and asked staff to prepare a proposed policy for a future work session.",{"_33":124,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":125,"_41":126,"_43":127,"_45":128,"_47":129,"_49":130,"_51":131,"_53":132,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":133,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":134,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6099499,"Hays City Commission approves February 2025 financial report",152,0,152000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2817178-3adbcdd8412ed5ff7727b495828a3ea5&start=0&end=152","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2817178-3adbcdd8412ed5ff7727b495828a3ea5/thumbnail_0.jpg","/articles/6099499/Hays-City/Ellis-County/Kansas/Hays-City-Commission-approves-February-2025-financial-report","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6099499-ab6385822dcbf6aee7aa154c62effb97/orig.mp4?Expires=1771186148&Signature=KXTCOJpG32VTT-ZC~ZT~5LGq01HZ1~3SEBBneFQe~VTku2Q-U~ru-squYLCLHrUdz9WG9ZgWTdhX-86kVLjFSSI8d5E7dacCKUZaxKpFVBukfkl0wawwS5KWy4EVxevUvMf-JEx4AR8-empIV5xI4p2EOXFNyHMbdxfch3gElkkjDzIxgk4fH-jA6fnMrKMKJv18-lngxW1GXqADef5gpXwZBeouD71jEMWRICWfMBcBetmJFbjaisOKSgIk5xvzjBhDfvn6~kmNlzZiedgBTbBDsuZlwXR74EoWhWpt~4dCkkc8VeTZ7OXKH~LnqNFCgkvIy8Gj8yq4TSB4TdfGAw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Hays City Commission voted unanimously to approve the February 2025 financial report after a presentation by Finance staff that highlighted year-over-year increases in investments and sales tax collections.

City Finance staff reported the city's investment portfolio and cash positions rose compared with last year. The airport improvement account increased by about $29,000 and total cash/investments were reported as higher by roughly $2,615,654 year over year. Staff noted timing differences for several line items: a one-time timing shift for library allocations, health insurance showing a near-term increase due to two months of invoices, and higher IT contractual costs driven in part by a move to cloud-based financial software.

The presentation also summarized sales-tax receipts. Month-to-date general fund sales tax collections were reported at $935,000, a roughly $6,900 increase from the same month last year, and year-to-date general fund sales taxes were reported up $78,745 (about 4.7%). County sales tax collections were also reported higher year-to-date.

Commissioners asked clarifying questions about sales tax seasonality and timing; staff explained collections are recorded with a two-month lag, meaning February receipts largely reflect December activity. After discussion, Commissioner Musil moved to approve the report and Commissioner Barrick seconded. The motion passed by voice vote with all commissioners saying \"aye.\"

The commission did not request any immediate policy changes based on the report; commissioners thanked staff for the overview and noted continued monitoring of revenue and expenditure timing.

Looking ahead, staff will continue monthly reporting and will present additional details to the commission if material variances develop.","Commission voted unanimously to adopt the city's February 2025 financial report after a staff presentation noting higher investments and increased sales tax collections.","actionData","errors"]

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