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July 2026 City Council Meeting
Published: Jul 16, 2026
City Council Declares July Parks and Recreation Month, Discusses Tree Drive and Sustainability Initiatives
The City Council proclaimed July as Parks and Recreation Month, recognizing the vital role of parks and recreation in enhancing community life, supporting resident well-being, strengthening the local economy, and preserving natural spaces. The proclamation also acknowledged National Parks and Recreation Professionals Day on July 17th, 2026, and thanked Parks and Recreation Director Penn Alman and his team for their dedication. The council encouraged residents to engage with parks and programs to build a stronger community. Separately, the Parks, Recreation, and Tree Commission met and discussed the 2026 tree drive, an annual event with the nonprofit Bridging the Gap. Tree species for the drive include pawpaw, service berry, nanny berry, hornbeam, and linden, with orders open throughout the summer and pickup in September. The commission will also table at the Mission Market on August 20th to promote the tree drive. Furthermore, the sustainability commission met and focused on building codes and brainstorming ways to increase and improve education around composting, which is a key focus for the commission. They also discussed potential joint work with Parks and Recreation. Council Member Ben Schmid highlighted that Mohawk Park consistently receives unsolicited positive comments from visitors, and staff were observed cleaning the park.
City Council Approves Resolutions to Exceed Revenue Neutral Tax Rate for 2026 and 2027 Budgets
The City Council considered resolutions of intent to levy a property tax exceeding the revenue neutral rate for the 2027 budget for the City of Mission and for Rock Creek Drainage District Number Two for the 2026 budget. These resolutions are required by state statutes to provide notice to the county clerk by July 20th if the city intends to retain a mill levy equal to or greater than the current year's. The resolutions outline the maximum mill levy for the respective budgets and establish the date and time for a required public hearing on September 16th, 2026. A resolution for Rock Creek Drainage District Number One was not needed as its valuation decreased, and holding the mill levy constant would not exceed the revenue neutral rate. Council Member Ben Schmid expressed his personal view that the revenue neutral rate concept is confusing and does not help the city manage increasing costs effectively.
City Council Adopts Comprehensive 2024 Building Codes, Enhancing Energy Efficiency and Accessibility
The City Council adopted the 2024 International Building Code, International Residential Code (with an amendment to the HERS rating to 53), International Fuel Gas Code, International Plumbing Code, International Mechanical Code, International Existing Building Code, National Electric Code, International Property Maintenance Code, International Fire Code, and updated standards for accessible and usable buildings and facilities (A117.1). Additionally, the 2024 International Energy Conservation Code was adopted with an amendment to ensure the HERS rating maximum is 53, replacing the staff recommendation of 60. Council members discussed the importance of these codes for energy efficiency, homeowner comfort, reducing peak energy demand, and contributing to climate action goals, despite acknowledging potential costs. Some noted that retrofitting is more costly than initial builds and emphasized the need to be proactive on climate issues. The adoption of these codes is expected to become effective October 1st, 2026. A clarification was made that for new single-family dwellings under 2500 sq ft, the unamended 2018 IRC code would apply, aligning with state statute.
City Council Approves Tax Levy Intentions, State Law Compliance Ordinance, and Updated Building Codes
The City Council approved two resolutions of intent to levy property taxes exceeding the revenue neutral rate for the 2027 budget for the City of Mission and for Rock Creek Drainage District Number Two for the 2026 budget. These are administrative steps to allow for potential tax increases above the revenue neutral rate, requiring public notification and a hearing. Council member Ben Schmid expressed reservations about the revenue neutral rate concept, finding it confusing and unhelpful for managing rising city costs. The council also adopted an ordinance to comply with Kansas Senate Bill 244, which mandates restroom and locker room designations based on biological sex. Council members voiced concerns about the bill's impact on a vulnerable population while acknowledging the necessity of compliance to avoid legal penalties. The city administrator is tasked with implementing and overseeing compliance with the new state law. Additionally, the council approved the adoption of various 2024 building codes, including the International Building Code, Residential Code, Energy Conservation Code, and others, with some amendments related to energy efficiency standards (HERS rating). The effective date for these new codes is October 1st, 2026. Council member Josepha Hayden Chosy advocated for a stricter HERS rating of 53, which was ultimately adopted for the IRC and IECC.
City Council Approves Adoption of Comprehensive 2024 Building Codes, Enhancing Energy Efficiency and Accessibility
The City Council adopted the 2024 International Building Code, International Residential Code (with an amendment to the HERS rating to 53), International Fuel Gas Code, International Plumbing Code, International Mechanical Code, International Existing Building Code, National Electric Code, International Property Maintenance Code, International Fire Code, and updated standards for accessible and usable buildings and facilities (A117.1). Additionally, the 2024 International Energy Conservation Code was adopted with an amendment to ensure the HERS rating maximum is 53, replacing the staff recommendation of 60. Council members discussed the importance of these codes for energy efficiency, homeowner comfort, reducing peak energy demand, and contributing to climate action goals, despite acknowledging potential costs. Some noted that retrofitting is more costly than initial builds and emphasized the need to be proactive on climate issues. The adoption of these codes is expected to become effective October 1st, 2026. A clarification was made that for new single-family dwellings under 2500 sq ft, the unamended 2018 IRC code would apply, aligning with state statute.
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