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Public hearing: The council opened and then closed a public hearing to identify needs for the 2020 grant funding that supports public services, facility improvements and housing rehabilitation. No one signed up to speak; a motion to close the public hearing passed on a 6–0 roll call.

Consent agenda: The council approved the consent agenda (with one item pulled for separate consideration) on a 6–0 roll call.

Ordinances and code changes: The council adopted ordinance 25‑16 to amend chapters 6.06 and 6.09 of the Olathe Municipal Code to allow hand delivery of nuisance abatement notices, aligning the municipal code with state law; council members noted the change saves about $20,000 annually. The council also adopted ordinance 25‑17 repealing chapter 5.24 pertaining to taxicabs; staff said the repeal reflects changes in available transportation options. Both ordinances passed on unanimous roll calls.

Other procedural actions included motions to approve agenda items and routine approvals recorded in the meeting minutes. The televised portion concluded with councilmembers sharing community announcements and staff reminding the public about upcoming events.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Olathe - City Council on 2025-05-20 7:00 PM - May 20, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","The council approved multiple consent and ordinance items, closed a public hearing on grant needs with no speakers, and passed several ordinances and a resolution by unanimous votes.","taxTitle","Olathe, Johnson County, Kansas","taxId",3606,"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},6532062,"Olathe approves sales‑tax exemption certificate for Kids TLC; project partly in Lenexa",131,2708000,2839000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3426512-b95899876cb81df490c3d94c13abf7d1&start=2708&end=2839","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3426512-b95899876cb81df490c3d94c13abf7d1/thumbnail_2708000.jpg","/articles/6532062/Olathe/Johnson-County/Kansas/Olathe-approves-salestax-exemption-certificate-for-Kids-TLC-project-partly-in-Lenexa","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6532062-0c71b8ad84d8de3f8f8b73181f955398/orig.mp4?Expires=1771112626&Signature=ngG1Sogk6o4hfOSYkSgZEboMjIQ588K3d32O8mIfX1joJBqpUVGE92-HiNt5pTKEvSZSe4e-xjnOr~mLXguI2vMsFO462RpWIhH5xGTAK016Ui3aKmhbcfDMaNtmpa45PMfDYAkBhiQBnbKq3qKAUKIlRpSzIwDubYK8ZTdQSBU7GUH3EgBdsZeQTz9kK3IVzZTdYBFv1Lta3cjr3ADXwSZ5VWgwam6pgKB7oFxR9h78Y-7R0MciQrPkcI4GjG4OdvrA3yCDo1JVJ4LZVqRQt7CZ9Lv1WXIaCizDAK~NyeRikZZc~yDkkInkcg8NfSdMwEIHu1SwznQDN-FQo0~h2w__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Olathe City Council approved an ordinance authorizing the city to act as a conduit issuer to grant a sales‑tax exemption certificate to Kids TLC, a nonprofit project that will have facilities partly located in neighboring Lenexa.

Jamie Robichaud, economy director, said the city’s role is limited to issuing the sales‑tax exemption certificate and that the city is not buying property for the project. He explained that the mechanism allows the organization to purchase equipment and materials tax‑exempt and that the exemption certificate can be issued even if some purchases occur outside Olathe because Kids TLC is headquartered in Olathe.

Robichaud noted the arrangement will also require Lenexa approvals; council members asked clarifying questions about geographic scope and incentives. Council Member Felter spoke in support, saying she appreciates Kids TLC’s work and that the project represents an extension of the organization’s services despite facility location outside Olathe.

A motion to approve ordinance number 25‑15 passed on a roll call vote of 6–0.","The council approved an ordinance allowing the city to act as a conduit issuer and grant a sales‑tax exemption certificate to Kids TLC, clarifying the city will not be purchasing property and that Lenexa approvals are also required.",{"_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},6532064,"Olathe council pre‑authorizes public sale of temporary notes and GO bonds to finance major projects",134,1280000,1414000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3426512-b95899876cb81df490c3d94c13abf7d1&start=1280&end=1414","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3426512-b95899876cb81df490c3d94c13abf7d1/thumbnail_1280000.jpg","/articles/6532064/Olathe/Johnson-County/Kansas/Olathe-council-preauthorizes-public-sale-of-temporary-notes-and-GO-bonds-to-finance-major-projects","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6532064-5f7a9a1d9052b026224a0a05f7a56b28/orig.mp4?Expires=1771112626&Signature=PMFmdYX4ahkqEq3RDgw6GvlFZlaOKDBsVOBFJAAtNbaYVJx8oylAN2g0-jI9JVcG7FYgIH25Rtj~QFKsoQn86WqGoJXcQybVFC-KKYJcdXTCTANZTAbMh7AZOhLXXJaTg-7ehTiXcQKa6Zjgs~eIBN5-XVxfXxssWNnHDtGMEW8pm7rkzD7yqGW9g-~3nCToT3ynUzLJVCptMMStOd8Tsbmk~FnJD0f5KETXxYeC0K1zURhJEWQdtwPrRzjpXq8U09AjskZvI5lm~ZAb4ju1kH-eU02lTyeg41e13k-gzlMGz1g8wF-uxnhaFSjij1hWQd~W-ddyL6iHYvctc2fW2w__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Olathe City Council approved a resolution authorizing the public sale of general obligation temporary notes, series 2025A, and general obligation bonds, series 2025A, a step city officials said will provide interim cash flow for multiple large capital projects.

Jamie Robichaud, economy director, told the council the authorization is a pre‑step to the full bond issuance and that the city will hold bond‑rating calls and accept bids in June before returning to council with final documents. Robichaud listed several projects the financing will support, including the Santa Fe and I‑35 project, the Fire Station 19 flyover, the police shooting range and an animal shelter.

Robichaud explained how the temporary notes work: “The temporary note is basically a cash flow to city, so it’s an interest‑only payment. We are not paying principal down, and it basically helps us cash flow all of the large invoices we get throughout.” He said the city delays issuing final general obligation bonds and principal repayment until project costs are better known at completion.

Council members asked procedural and timing questions; no member opposed the resolution. A motion to approve the resolution was made and seconded, and the roll call vote recorded six affirmative votes and the motion passed 6–0.

Robichaud said staff plan bond rating calls the next day and scheduled bid dates in mid‑June, with a final resolution and ordinance returning to council for approval on June 17.","Council approved a resolution to authorize the public sale of general obligation temporary notes series 2025A and general obligation bonds series 2025A to finance several large capital projects, with staff outlining timing and projects funded.",{"_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},6532065,"Olathe infrastructure department wins APWA re‑accreditation; city honors employee award winners",187,252000,439000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3426512-b95899876cb81df490c3d94c13abf7d1&start=252&end=439","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3426512-b95899876cb81df490c3d94c13abf7d1/thumbnail_252000.jpg","/articles/6532065/Olathe/Johnson-County/Kansas/Olathe-infrastructure-department-wins-APWA-reaccreditation-city-honors-employee-award-winners","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6532065-b16ca90ef0ee4c5cab69ed1fd5f62570/orig.mp4?Expires=1771112627&Signature=RsWdXbA7y-tIE5NjEuqpQ-4lNgCjx6ZHDCGhWOztptPd7ayTnLjBAWR3yK-fjYpES7isQofegN2DUi~VQg1H7vboI6fi4HSCwoano1TtkjetWxQLBnE0MYIFJO~iQdAskrTkhXM5d2Oo62jwFdIxX35q98XK~bZhJitLMbpy0p1WrtRsn0Zrt4Zj9YMnSwFBvxQ6LfWsVt1tGGTcWxZ8hlMjSi9uyRk5fkymT1pDH-7yYboVV2Wg8sS98rz4ZRwUtKdmf9KiomUKn0kqyPJHSDkE-RYplWvcFtThLx8ZJiH8OqvxRZrse4GYei17aOgRKxAmauGlnj4W39Bwi~6SwQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","At a regular meeting of the Olathe City Council, officials and outside evaluators celebrated the city’s infrastructure department receiving full re‑accreditation from the American Public Works Association and presented annual Public Service Recognition Week awards to dozens of city employees.

The accreditation was announced by Joe Johnson, region 6 director of the APWA, who said the designation “is a marked professionalism indicating a Public Works Agency has made a commitment to continue works operations and services.” Johnson noted Olathe’s infrastructure department was the first accredited agency in Kansas, and he congratulated Director Mary Yeager and accreditation manager Zach Hardy.

The council also proclaimed May 18–20, 2025, as Public Works Week and recognized multiple employee achievement awards presented as part of the city’s Public Service Recognition Week observance. City Manager Michael Wilkes explained the awards come from peer nominations and highlighted categories including Innovation Through Excellence, Future Ready, the Samaritan Award and the Standard of Excellence.

Award winners named at the meeting included staff from aquatics and parks, public safety officers and multiple teams: Lindsay Williams and Kat Eckert (aquatics program changes), Jessica Schuler, Taylor Vandevell and Lauren Winter (Elevate Olathe engagement leads), Officer Ryan Parks, Officer Bailey Street, Darcy Davidson, Detective David Brenner, Roger Rivera, Kevin Eubanks, John Martin, Douglas Santiago, Officer Christian Arnaud, Brandon Shippey, Jim Stanbaugh, Catherine Messer, Chet Belcher, Ryan Arter, Kim Hollingsworth and Charlie Love (standard/leadership awards). Michael Wilkes said a video and group photo accompanied the recognitions.

Council members collectively praised the infrastructure staff and other award recipients for daily contributions to city services. The mayor signed the proclamation recognizing Public Works Week and council members commended the department’s “tremendous staff” and commitment to public service.

The meeting then moved on to other agenda items.","The Olathe City Council recognized the infrastructure department’s full re‑accreditation from APWA and presented citywide public‑service awards during its regular meeting, highlighting staff achievements in public works and other departments.","actionData","errors"]

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Votes at a glance: Olathe council passes bond authorization, zoning and code updates, and closes grant‑needs hearing

Olathe approves sales‑tax exemption certificate for Kids TLC; project partly in Lenexa

Olathe council pre‑authorizes public sale of temporary notes and GO bonds to finance major projects

Olathe infrastructure department wins APWA re‑accreditation; city honors employee award winners