The next Topeka City Council meeting will be held Tuesday, April 9, 2025. Here’s what’s on the agenda and why it matters to our community:
Mayoral Proclamations
- National Child Abuse Prevention Month
- Civil Service Commission Recognition
Appointments
- Ronald Mullins reappointed to the Board of Electrical Appeals (District 1).
- Brett Martin appointed to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund Review Committee (District 6).
Presentations
- Complete Streets update – City’s ongoing commitment to safer, more accessible road design.
- Pothole Program Report – What’s being done to address Topeka’s rough roads.
Consent Agenda (Likely Passed Without Discussion)
- $282,786+ contract with Bartlett & West for stormwater pump planning and Oakland Pump Station rehab.
- Approval of April 1 meeting minutes.
Action Items – Big Topics to Watch
1. Lauren’s Bay CID Proposal
- Public Hearing and ordinance vote to create a Community Improvement District (CID).
- The project has drawn criticism as the developer allegedly owes $8 million in back taxes.
- This is the time to speak if you have concerns about providing public incentives for this project.
2. Homeland Security Plan
- Adoption of the Kansas Homeland Security Region J Hazard Mitigation Plan—necessary for FEMA grant eligibility.
3. Ward-Martin Creek Project
- $552,177 budget for creek restoration near 11th & Collins.
- Recommended by the Public Infrastructure Committee.
4. 2025 Consolidated Action Plan and Budget
- Vote to submit Topeka’s annual housing and neighborhood improvement plan to HUD.
- Could secure over $2.5 million in federal funds.
5. Ambulance Services Ordinance Update
- First major update in 30 years.
- Seeks to modernize outdated ambulance franchise regulations.
Non-Action Items
- Discussion begins on the 2026-2035 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and 2026-2028 Capital Budget (CIB).
- These discussions will continue through April and May.
Public Comment
Speak in person or on Zoom by signing up by 5 p.m. on the day of the meeting.
Contact the City Clerk’s Office at 785-368-3940 or [email protected].
