Working group meetings were held on this topic.

KPA subcommittee gathered web site data and development processes from sampling of cities (San Antonio, Phoenix, and Milwaukee) for making recommendations. Many of the recommendations will probably entail revamping the city ‘s development web site to be more user friendly and layman like.

A third-party review of the city's development process was conducted by Springsted Public Advisors. The review was commissioned by the Chamber of Commerce and focused primarily on small and medium business development in the community and made recommendations for improvement. Among the items under consideration is this KPA objective.

The study was started in June 2011. A presentation was made to the City Council on May 3, 2012. You can view the video of the presentation at http://cityofls.net/City-of-Lees-Summit/City-Officials/Council-Meeting-Documents.aspx. Select the video from May 3.

A third-party review of the city's development process was conducted by Springsted Public Advisors. The review was commissioned by the Chamber of Commerce and focused primarily on small and medium business development in the community and made recommendations for improvement. Among the items under consideration is this KPA objective.

The study was started in June 2011. A presentation was made to the City Council on May 3, 2012. You can view the video of the presentation at http://cityofls.net/City-of-Lees-Summit/City-Officials/Council-Meeting-Documents.aspx. Select the video from May 3.

A working group met to discuss this topic. KPA determined that annual third party “ development customers” surveys typically earn the city high marks. (posted 8/5/10.)

KPA participants recommend: (1) a 101 process that would focus on “first time” developers and perhaps assigning an ombudsman to the project; (2) determine if the City’s ITS staff could create a password protected portal where experienced and new applicants can view on line where in the process their applications are; and (3) consider creating a “first timer” section on the development web site.

The Lee's Summit Economic Development Council (LSEDC) presented to the Budget Committee as part of the FY2013 budget process. They discussed their achievements in FY2012 in relation to their annual goals and put forth new goals for the coming year.

The presentation can be viewed on the City web site, view the video of the April 9 Budget Committee meeting. FY13 budget adoption by the City Council is scheduled for June 21 , 2012.

A discussion of funding policies for economic development promotion and tourism occurred at the April 9, 2012 Budget Committee meeting.

LSEDC presented performance goals to the Budget Committee on April 9, 2012.

A discussion of funding policies for economic development promotion and tourism was held during June 10, 2010 City Council work session.

City Council approved current funding model for upcoming year and agreed to look at other funding sources.

After review of Tischler Bise & Associates proposal to update the fiscal model, and in an effort to maximize the effectiveness of the city’s use of its funds, it was decided that further internal conversations and decisions need to be made regarding both future service levels and future land use alternatives before proceeding with the fiscal model revisions.

Funding for Mr. Bise’s services is being sought during the city’s next budget cycle, for fiscal years 2011/2012.

Assumptions of model are updated. Carson Bise, creator of model, presented to LS360 on August 2, 2010.

Carson Bise, President of TischlerBise and creator of the City’s long-term fiscal model held an informational presentation that included: A model overview that included update requirements for future use, especially in regard to the city’s evolving posture into redevelopment. A recommendation that the City Planning Director and Planning Commission use the model in conjunction with the City Finance Department in their land use deliberations to predict fiscal sustainability. LS360 recommends additional funds to accomplish the update and tweaking to accommodate redevelopment.

Funding to seek professional assistance in updating the fiscal model is included in the City Manager's recommended budget for FY13.

Budget adoption by the City Council is scheduled for June 21, 2012. Options are being researched that would allow the City's fiscal model to tie to the GIS system for more accurate and efficient updating. A recommendation is anticipated in FY13.

The potential responsibilities of such a position are under review by 'Best Municipal Practices' working group. (posted 8/5/10.)

KPA subcommittee gathering job descriptions for a position that reports to City Manager. Reevaluating ombudsman position duties vs the duties of the existing City positions. Ombudsmen are typically seasoned existing, well regarded employees who have rapport and respect with staff that’s well established. Hires from the outside seldom are successful ombudsmen.

A third-party review of the city's development process was conducted by Springsted Public Advisors. The review was commissioned by the Chamber of Commerce and focused primarily on small and medium business development in the community and made recommendations for improvement. Among the items under consideration is this KPA objective.

The study was started in June 2011. A presentation was made to the City Council on May 3, 2012. You can view the video of the presentation at http://cityofls.net/City-of-Lees-Summit/City-Officials/Council-Meeting-Documents.aspx. Select the video from May 3.

* The Land Clearance for Redevelopment Authority (LCRA) was reactivated to hear a the Licata Flowers application. This project will redevelop a deteriorating residential structure in the downtown area. The authority is in the process of preparing a strategic plan to guide future work.

LCRA made a presentation to the City Council on September 15, 2011. See http://cityofls.net/City-of-Lees-Summit/City-Officials/Council-Meeting-Documents.aspx for the video of the presentation. The last meeting was 10/20/11. See 'Boards and Commissions', 'Meeting Documents' on the City web site for complete meeting agenda and minutes. LCRA recommended approval of the Licata Flowers application on 2/5/10. City Council approved the creation of an Urban Renewal Plan and approved the project application on 3/4/10. The Preliminary Development Plan for the project was approved on the same date.

* I-470 & View High Interchange improvements were approved in the recent November 2010 bond election. Improvements will be made when development occurs in the area.

The City conducted a voluntary annexation of land within Unity Village and development of a three-phased concept near the I-470 and Blue Parkway interchange.

See the City's web site (http://cityofls.net/City-of-Lees-Summit/City-Officials/Council-Meeting-Documents.aspx). Select the video from September 15 to view the staff presentation.

* An application for $250,000 of federal TIGR II funds for planning along the I-470 corridor and along View High drive was submitted in August 2010.

An application submitted to EDA in February 2010 for $40,000 for planning studies for I-470 Corridor was not approved.

Approval was received to enter into a one-year term agreement with Development Initiatives, LLC for the purpose of providing economic redevelopment strategies, funds to be allocated from the Economic Development Opportunity Reserve Balance.

The City of Lee's Summit has several economically underutilized areas that could benefit from a targeted reinvestment strategy initiated by the City. The City Council has determined that a primary goal must be to "Redevelop Underperforming Commercial Properties and Deteriorating Resenditial Neighborhoods" Due to recent fiscal constraints the full-time position targeted on redevelopment activities was eliminated from the City Manager's office. The presence of a professional redevelopment expert who can assist the City to develop strategies to encourage redevelopment in targeted areas in our community could be very helpful in meeting the City Council's goal.

* Lee's Summit Municipal Building Authority (LSMBA) was reactivated to facilitate the Arnold Hall redevelopment project.

The Arnold Hall site (Sherwood Manufacturing building) became listed on the National Register of Historic Places in November 2010. MBA submitted an application to the Missouri Development Finance Board in November 2010 for state tax credits for the project. The application was not approved.

Funding is reserved in the Economic Development Opportunity Fund (3/11/10 CC meeting) for market analyses and financial feasibility studies at three of the four locations and for a land use plan to be created for the M-150 Corridor.

The Planning Department, LSEDC, Director of Development, and the City Manager held meetings to establish priorities to identify candidates for both development and redevelopment. Staff presented to CDC on the topic on December 23, 2009 identifying four primary areas: I-470 Corridor, View High to Pryor Road; M-291/50 interchange and surrounding area, M-150 Corridor and 50 Highway East Annexation Area. Staff recommended all four areas be approved as key developable areas by the council. Contract for an M-150 master plan was approved by the City Council on 4/21/11. Funding for market studies for View High and M291/50 are recommended in the City Manager's budget for FY2012. M150 Master Plan was created in FY2012. It is waiting final approval.

City staff presented to the City Council on the status of redevelopment efforts on May 13, 2010.

Staff is to return to City Council with follow-up presentation and recommendations on prioritization of redevelopment areas and options.

Economic development tools are regularly explored and considered to assist with development and redevelopment within the City.

* February, 2010 - LCRA property tax abatement was granted to Licata Flowers * December, 2010 - Land purchase and property tax incentive offered to Exergonix for redevelopment of 50/291 area. *September, 2011 - MOU signed with Unity Village to pursue discussions of annexation for development of land

North Star Destination Strategies was in Lee's Summit from June 20 through June 23, 2011 interviewing residents, businesses and other stakeholders to learn more about the community as part of the creation of a community branding study that is underway.

North Star Destination Strategies and LS360 presented the BrandPrint recommendation to the City Council for input and feedback on September 1, 2011. This primary brand message will serve as the starting point in the creation of a strategic branding campaign for the Lee's Summit Community.

City Council approved funding on April 7, 2011 for North Star Destination Strategies to assist in creating a community branding campaign. The study will begin in May and is expected to take six months to complete.

A working group formed to revisit the topic of creating a brand for the City. A Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/brandLS) is gathering input from the public about what makes Lee's Summit so great. Discussion regarding the creation of a community brand was held at the June 10, 2010 City Council work session. The group received support to continue their work. Councilmember Gray and Councilmember Hofmann will serve as liaison to the group. Public education presentations on branding have been given to community groups. Input is being sought from the public at the meetings and through Facebook. City Council approval was given on November 11, 2010 to issue an RFP for professional assistance with the effort.

A final report is expected from North Star on community branding recommendations in mid-June 2012.

A second community-wide education summit was held on June 9,2011. The working groups on Lifelong Learning, Workforce Development, Funding and Diversity reported their progress.

For a full summit report and presentations, visit the new community education web site at www.learnforlifels.com. Click 'About Us'.

A second community-wide education summit was held on June 9,2011. The working groups on Lifelong Learning, Workforce Development, Funding and Diversity reported their progress.

For a full summit report and presentations, visit the new community education web site at www.learnforlifels.com. Click 'About Us'.

The City held its first-ever communitywide Education Summit at University of Central Missouri - Summit Campus on Saturday, June 12, 2010. Working groups formed to futher refine strategies and action steps resulting from the discussions at the summit.

36 attendees including representatives from over 16 organizations. Guest Speakers were Debbie Goodall and Pat Lees, MCC – Business & Technology The participants reviewed responses to survey questions on education-related challenges and opportunities facing the community. Breakout sessions identified strategies and action items to address four primary areas of focus: Lifelong Learning Employment Skills Training Funding Diversity Next steps: working groups are meeting to refine summit discussions and notes and prepare draft recommendations for review by the summit attendees.

Education Diversity Working Group was established as a result of the first Education Summit. Its charge is to prepare a recommended action plan that will identify and establish support for sustainable diversity programs/processes that increase intercultural communication within the community and improve cultural understanding and acceptance.

Meetings were held in August and September. The following tasks were approved by the group: • Define diversity. • Identify the current primary diversity issues and factors affecting such, and to engage in an effort to communicate with and educate stakeholders about diversity facts and challenges. • Research best practices of other communities related to diversity. • Discuss possible diversity programs/processes to actively recruit a diverse workforce and provide training for schools, businesses, and other organizations within the Lee’s Summit community. • Seek collaborative opportunities and/or partnerships aimed at creating open dialogue regarding diversity. • Foster a collective commitment among stakeholders in an effort to embrace diversity throughout the Lee’s Summit community. After some discussion, the degree of overlap of these goals with those of the diversity efforts within the LS360 Quality of Life (QoL) KPA led to the conclusion that this working group should be combined with other citywide efforts in the short to mid term. It is the intent of this working group that a subcommittee particularly focused on diversity within the education arena will reform within the more comprehensive QoL diversity efforts.

Education Funding Working Group was established as a result of the first Education Summit. Its charge is to prepare a recommended action plan with action steps, performance measures and champions that identifies and establishes support for sustainable funding sources for education to ensure quality education opportunities for each Lee’s Summit citizen.

Meetings have been held monthly beginning in August 2010. The primary tasks of the group are: • Identify the current primary funding sources and factors affecting such and engage in an effort to communicate with and educate stakeholders about education funding facts and challenges. • Identify alternative revenue sources, assess their feasibility and project fiscal impact. • Identify and recommend collaborative funding opportunities and/or partnerships aimed at increasing revenues and/or reducing expenditures. • Promote economic development that leads to increased revenues for all taxing entities and eases the burden on individual taxpayers. They are currently working on preparing brief report on the status of public funding for education to better inform the public of the trends in public education funding and recent cost containment efforts by the educational institutions. Contact the Community Services Coordinator at 816-969-1026 if you would like more information.

Lifelong Learning Working Group was established as a result of the first Education Summit. Its charge is to prepare a recommended plan to ensure Lee’s Summit is a community that is informed on the meaning of lifelong learning, that promotes and facilitates the communication of regional opportunities on the subject, and that has an industry base that supports lifelong learning.

Meetings have been held monthly beginning in August 2010. The primary tasks of the group are: • Create an asset map of regional resources and opportunities related to LL • Research the feasibility of creating a clearinghouse of resources taking into account such items as start up funding, long-term maintenance and potential market/users. They are currently working on creating a comprehensive citywide education web site with the Employment Skills Training working group. Contact the Community Services Coordinator at 816-969-1026 if you wish to join a working group or would like more information.

Employment Skills Training Working Group was established as a result of the first Education Summit. Its charge is to prepare a recommended action plan with action steps, performance measures and champions that identifies and establishes support for sustainable and proactive work planning for each Lee’s Summit citizen.

Meetings have been held monthly beginning in August 2010. The primary tasks of the group are: • Gather all resources related to employment needs assessments applicable to the City, and determine how best to make the information accessible to the appropriate population • Create a list of pre-existing resources and links to services • Prepare a marketing/communications plan to connect the gathered information to the necessary audience. • Further explore an internship program coordinator position for the community to make recommendations for action based on best practices • Explore the potential of creating a small business/entrepreneur consortium to discuss and communicate current and projected future employment needs. • Define “green jobs” and determine the applicability of the term in meeting the stated goal • Research the concept of creating a video about employment needs and other topics as seem relevant • Invite guests to join the team as needed to provide guidance and expertise in particular subject areas to assist in preparation of action plan They are currently working on creating a comprehensive citywide education web site with the Employment Skills Training working group. Contact the Community Services Coordinator at 816-969-1026 if you wish to join a working group or would like more information.

The Education KPA gave status reports to City Council on 2/11/10, 5/13/10; 8/12/10, and 11/11/10.

The Human Services Advisory Board was officially established on 12/16/10. For information, contact 969-1026.

The Human Services Advisory Board held the City's third Nonprofit Summit on October 5, 2011 at the Gamber Center. The focus of the subject was the coordination of space and resources among nonprofits in the community.

The Human Services Planning Committee held the city’s first Nonprofit Summit on Monday, August 30 at the Gamber Center to provide nonprofit organizations, faith-based institutions and other important stakeholders the opportunity to discuss community needs, distribute fund-raising information, coordinate resources and ideas and promote networking within the community. Seventy-two people representing 49 organizations attended the event.

Ms. Melinda Hadley-deBoer facilitated the meeting, and Ms. Staci Addison, a fundraising consultant for not-for-profit organizations, provided many important and useful tips about fundraising.

The Human Services Advisory Board held the City's Second Annual Nonprofit Summit on April 4, 2011 at the Gamber Center. The focus of the subject was marketing.

The Human Services Advisory Board (HSAB) is preparing a directory to educate the public on the nonprofit resources available to them. They are also considering the creation of a web site to assist with these efforts.

HSAB is also hosting regular 'Lunch and Learn' meetings to provide support and assistant to the nonprofits in the area and to assist in the education and outreach efforts.

HEAB (Health Education Advisory Board) performed its own needs assessment with data from several sources, primarily the Mid-America Regional Council (MARC).

HEAB received funding to establish a MetroCares Lee's Summit based on a needs assessment conducted by HEAB.

The Human Services Advisory Board (HSAB) is preparing a directory to educate the public on the nonprofit resources available to them. They are also considering the creation of a web site to assist with these efforts.

HSAB is also hosting regular 'Lunch and Learn' meetings to provide support and assistant to the nonprofits in the area and to assist in the education and outreach efforts.

The Health Education Advisory Board (HEAB), under the leadership of Dr. Stephen Salanski and Dr. Ed Kraemer,received funding from the Greater Lee’s Summit Healthcare Foundation to establish a MetroCARE – Lee’s Summit, based on the successful metropolitan model in use by Kansas City and other metro areas.

Based on the model, local primary and specialty physicians and hospitals agree to provide care for a set number of uninsured patients every year through this model. Local participation has already been garnered if grant funding is made available. The program is underway. Physician recruitment is ongoing.

Position currently exists.

City Council approved a resolution to establish a formal Human Services Advisory Board on December 16, 2010.

Voters approved ‘No Tax Increase’ bond funding for improvements to the radio system at the November 2010 election.

In 2011, new communications equipment was purchased Installation is underway. In 2010, Tusa Consulting Services was awarded an $87,981.83 contract to conduct a Radio Feasibility Study, Communications Strategic Plan and Contracting Action Plan.

Voters approved 'No Tax Increase' bond funding for a Police firing range in November 2010.

An RFP for design and construction of the firing range was issued 2/18/11.

A vendor and software program was selected to upgrade the city’s outdated financial accounting and reporting system. The new system will integrate a variety of functions within the city such as finance, purchasing, payroll, project and grant management and others.

For the FY10 budget, City Council approved $77,305 for an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System RFP process to begin. Funding sources were identified for a new system. Implementation is underway and ‘train the trainer’ classes for key city staff will begin soon. The process began in November 2010 and will continue through much of 2012.

A Sustainability Visioning Workshop was held at Legacy Park on August 30, 2011.

Approximately 60 stakeholders participated in the workshop. The objectives of the Visioning Workshop were to establish the City’s vision for a sustainable Lee’s Summit; to discuss opportunities for reducing energy consumption and GHG emissions; to identify strategies, actions, funding, and partnerships for increasing energy efficiency in City government and the overall community; and to understand general priorities of actions identified. Workshop participants divided into six focus areas included in the Sustainability Action Plan: • Energy Efficiency • Transportation • Land Use • Water Conservation and Stormwater Management • Waste Reduction and Management • Education, Advocacy, and Outreach Small-group discussions and activities took place throughout the day addressing general sustainability concepts by topic. The plan will be presented to the City Council at a work session early next year.

A Sustainability Visioning Workshop was held at Legacy Park on August 30, 2011.

Approximately 60 stakeholders participated in the workshop. The objectives of the Visioning Workshop were to establish the City’s vision for a sustainable Lee’s Summit; to discuss opportunities for reducing energy consumption and GHG emissions; to identify strategies, actions, funding, and partnerships for increasing energy efficiency in City government and the overall community; and to understand general priorities of actions identified. Workshop participants divided into six focus areas included in the Sustainability Action Plan: • Energy Efficiency • Transportation • Land Use • Water Conservation and Stormwater Management • Waste Reduction and Management • Education, Advocacy, and Outreach Small-group discussions and activities took place throughout the day addressing general sustainability concepts by topic. The plan will be presented to the City Council at a work session early next year.

A review of the current Storm Water Master Plan was conducted.

Staff presented a detailed presentation regarding the current status of storm water projects funded with the 2007 bond issue and the recommendations of the Storm Water Task Force at the December 17, 2009 City Council meeting. The storm water utility is part of a more long-term solution for sustainability in addressing storm water issues. An update of the current stormwater bond monies and projects is scheduled for the April 14, 2011 City Council work session.

Discussion of feasibility of Solid Waste Authority held during 9/3/2009 City Council meeting. The City Manager’s Office is continuing to pursue the possibility and is in discussion with neighboring municipalities regarding the topic.

The City has been conducting a site selection study for a possible future landfill. It is envisioned that such a landfill may be regional in nature (serving Eastern Jackson County and Cass County). A solid waste authority could be created to serve this area and direct solid waste collection to the new landfill.

The City Council cancelled the Request for Proposal for consolidated waste collection and curbside recycling on October 20, 2011. This initiative is not being pursued at this time. For more information, contact City Environmental Coordinator at 969-1804.

Staff presented to the City Council on January 21, 2010. Public comment was taken at the March 4, 2010 City Council meeting, afterwhich City Council authorized submission of two-year notice of change in hauling service. City staff presented the topic at the May 6, 2010 City Council meeting. A timeline was provided. The Solid Waste Committee held a discussion with haulers at the June meeting. The committee discussed details of a recommended new waste collection plan July- November. The topic was presented to the full Council on several other occasions. See the City web site (www.cityofls.net, Environmental) for details.

Funding for a Community Sustainability Plan was approved by the Council.

A communitywide citizen task force has been formed to assist with the consultant study.

Randall Arendt, a landscape planner, site designer, author, lecturer, and an advocate of "conservation planning" presented to LS360 on August 30, 2010. The City of Lee’s Summit had the privilege of welcoming him once again to address the Lee’s Summit 360° citizen group and the general public to educate them on planning for sustainable growth as a community.

For more information, contact Director of Planning and Development at 969-1601.

Funding for a Community Sustainability Plan and Carbon Footprint Study was approved by the City Council.

The City received a federal grant of $762 thousand to pursue general energy reduction initiatives. One such initiative is to develop an Energy Efficiency & Conservation Strategic Plan for reducing carbon emissions and saving energy. A carbon footprint measurement may be part of this study. The City issued an RFQ for a Community Sustainability Plan on June 10, 2010. A selection committee held a meeting on 7/14/10, and subsequently conducted vendor interviews. AE Com was selected to conduct a study and assist in creating the plan. A communitywide citizen task force has been formed to assist with the consultant study.

The City launched a volunteer web site where Lee’s Summit residents can search volunteer opportunities and organizations can post their needs. (http://cityofls.net/City-of-Lees-Summit/Volunteer.aspx) This database serves as the primary connection for volunteers and opportunities in Lee's Summit.

City press releases are now consistently coordinated with postings on the access channel, as well as a number of other mediums such as Facebook, Twitter, the City electronic newsletter and City Hall information monitors.

The City of Lee’s Summit is currently looking for past and present citizens to share their positive City-related histories for an upcoming documentary entitled "Lee's Summit Reflections.".

If you are interested in sharing your stories, please contact Public Communications Coordinator, Melissa Fears, at 969-1014 (melissa.fears@cityofls.net).

The City of Lee’s Summit’s government access channel is now available over AT&T U-verse TV – making us the third community in the area broadcasting programming on the service’s Public, Educational and Governmental (PEG) channel. AT&T U-verse TV customers throughout the Kansas City market area can view Lee’s Summit City TV.

Some recent improvements include informational slides running on the channel have been improved to ensure a more comprehensive coverage. Video programming is also being introduced. Information about the channel and a calendar of the programming schedule can be found at the following link: http://cityofls.net/City-of-Lees-Summit/About-the-City/Government-Access-Channel.aspx .

A small working is forming to discuss continued improvements to the government access channel. For more information, contact 969-1014.

A policy has been drafted and is under working group review. A survey of the community impressions of the access channel is currently availabe on the city web site (www.cityofls.net, Main). Public input is welcome.

The City holds a Citizen Leadership Academy on Saturday mornings from January-April to educate interested citizens on the municipal government and leadership. See the City web site for more information or contact the City Clerk at 969-1006.

The Parks and Recreation Special Events and Program Manager's time budgeted to the Arts Council and related activities increased in the FY10 budget from the previous year. A reorganization of the position is underway.

A compensation study was conducted by Evergreen Solutions. Findings were released summer 2011.

Funding was approved in FY12 for Phase One of the study.

This item will be considered as part of the new long range strategic plan underway for the Water Utilities Department.

The Water Utiilities Department is conducting an intensive assessment of their system and processes, examining the current regulatory environment and the pressures of a changing economy. A long-range plan is being developed to address the required reinvestment in infrastructure and evaluate potential 'green' initiatives for the operation of the system. Citizen involvement is an essential part of the process and a Citizen’s Advisory Committee has been established to assist in the process.

An update to this process was presented at the City Council April 14, 2011 work session. A final report is expected winter 2011.

This item will be considered as part of the new long range strategic plan underway for the Water Utilities Department.

In 2010, Lee’s Summit is again been recognized as one of the top ten cities in the United States for its use of technology to better engage citizens with local government (http://cityofls.net/City-of-Lees-Summit/ctl/ArticleView/mid/1598/articleId/927/City-of-Lees-Summit-takes-3rd-place-in-Digital-Cities-Survey.aspx )

City news and happenings are now available on Facebook [http://www.facebook.com/cityofls] and Twitter [http://twitter.com/cityofls]. The City continues to market these communication services to the community through the community newsletter City Scope, the web site, news releases, advertisements and festivals.

The initial session of the Citizen Leadership Academy was held from January-April 2011.

The City sought citizen input to assist with program design and held several working group meetings to refine the program agenda. Final program details are being reviewed. Applications for the the next session in January 2012 are being accepted. For more information, contact the Administration Department at 969-1026.

The City holds a Citizen Leaderhips Academy on Saturday mornings from January-April. Registration is required. For more information contact the City Clerk's office at 969-1006.

The Chamber of Commerce has formed an alumni group from their Leadership Lee's Summit program.

An alumni reception was held on June 16, 2010. A second reception was held on December 8, 2010. For more information, contact the Chamber of Commerce at 524-2424.

City Council approved a new district map based on the new census information. The revised district boundaries will become effective to residents on April 3, 2012. For more information, visit the City web site.

A working group is forming to discuss the topic. For more information, or to join the discussion, contact the Administration Department at 969-1026.

This item will be considered as part of the new long range strategic plan underway for the Water Utilities Department.

Funding for a Community Sustainability Plan was approved by the Council.

The City issued an RFQ for a Community Sustainability Plan on June 10, 2010 to be funded by federal Department of Energy grant funds awarded to the city. AE Com was selected and is assisting the City in preparing a Community Sustainaibility Plan. A communitywide citizen task force has been formed to assist with the consultant study.

Assumptions of model are updated. Carson Bise, creator of model, presented to LS360 on August 2, 2010.

Carson Bise, President of TischlerBise and creator of the City’s long-term fiscal model held an informational presentation that included: A model overview that included update requirements for future use, especially in regard to the city’s evolving posture into redevelopment. LS360 recommended that the City Planning Director and Planning Commission use the model in conjunction with the City Finance Department in their land use deliberations to predict fiscal sustainability. LS360 recommends additional funds to accomplish the update and tweaking to accommodate redevelopment. Funds for the fiscal model update are included in the City Manager's budget recommendations for FY2012.

After review of Tischler Bise & Associates proposal to update the fiscal model, and in an effort to maximize the effectiveness of the city’s use of its funds, it was decided that further internal conversations and decisions need to be made regarding both future service levels and future land use alternatives before proceeding with the fiscal model revisions.

Funding for Mr. Bise’s services is being sought during the city’s next budget cycle, for fiscal years 2011/2012.

Funds are reserved to prepare a comprehensive land use plan for the M-150 Corridor.

The Planning Department held an Public Open House on May 27. It gave citizens an opportunity to participate in a “Visual Preference Survey Tool” to help the City determine the types of land uses and design standards preferred by the community and property owners. The City issued an RFP in November 2010 to hire professional assistance in preparing a sustainable comprehensive land use plan for the area. The contract will be considered by the City Council on April 21,2011.

Discussion are underway to develop the I-470 Corridor into a 'Green' Technology Corridor.

An application was submitted to EDA to assist with planning studies to develop the area along I-470 from View High to Pryor Road into a 'Green' Technology Corridor. The application was not approved. The City submitted an application for federal TIGR II grant money for planning along this corridor and along View High.

Randall Arendt, a landscape planner, site designer, author, lecturer, and an advocate of "conservation planning" presented to LS360 on August 30, 2010. The City of Lee’s Summit had the privilege of welcoming him once again to address the Lee’s Summit 360° citizen group and the general public to educate them on planning for sustainable growth as a community.

For more information, contact Director of Planning and Development at 969-1601.

Tree Board is established.

The City’s web site is redesigned to better serve the needs of the community. The web site improvements were done with accessibility to government and transparency in mind. Visit us at http://cityofls.net/.

Some of the improvements include: - Reorganization by service for easy navigation, - Adoptable Pet of the Week, - Access to City Council meeting material, - Sign-up for electronic newletters, - Expanded FAQ and search engine, - Personalizable screen fonts, - Alert notifications;addition of events to personal calendars, and - E-government improvements. Payment of water bills and court fines and pet registration coming soon.

City staff prepared a summary table detailing City staff and elected officials various roles in regional organizations for LS360. Staff and Council are participating in 137 regionally oriented activities.

For information, contact the Administration Department at 969-1026.

The Fire Department held fall 2010 CERT training classes. For more information about the next session of classes, contact Reginal Lust at 969-1300 or regina.lust@cityofls.net.

Currently active.

Police Chief Joe Piccinini was the guest speaker at the recent LS360 Quarterly Meeting on April 20. He spoke to the audience about the concept of community-oriented policing and its recent successes here in Lees Summit.

Funding for the last phase of officers to continue the community-oriented policing strategy is recommended in the City Manager's budget for FY2012.

The City hosts spring and fall Electronics Recycling Events. Contact City Environmental Coordinator at 969-1804 for information.

These events provide citizens and businesses the opportunity to dispose of their unused or obsolete computers, cell phones, televisions, and other electronic devices in a safe and convenient manner.

The City hosts Mobile Paper Shredding Events. Contact City Environmental Coordinator at 969-1804 for information.

The City holds a 'Green on Green' Sustainabiility Fair.

The first fair was held on October 9, 2010. 37 vendors participated and over 350 people attended. It included a 4th grade recycled art contest, a shredding truck, environmentally friendly music and a free reusable shopping bag for the first 100 visitors. The second fair was held on October 8, 2011. Contact the City's Environmental Coordinator at 816-969-1804 for information.

The City holds 'Stream Team Cleanups' on a regular basis. The next Stream Team Cleanup will be held on November 5, 2011 at Cedar Creek along Hartman Park.

The City of Lee's Summit works hard to not only improve City infrastructure, but also the environment around that infrastructure. As a result, the Public Works Department has organized a Stream Team to collect litter from the banks of local waterways. The goal is to combine the efforts of Public Works staff and residents to clean up the banks of a local waterway twice a year; once in the early Spring and again in the late Fall. For more information, contact City Environmental Coordinator at 969-1804. In 2010, a cleanup was held at Deer Vally Park on November 13.

The City will celebrate Earth Day 2012. Contact City Environmental Coordinator at 969-1804 for information.

The City of Lee's Summit, in partnership with the Lee's Summit Parks & Recreation Department and the Beautification Commission, typically hosts a combined Sweep the Summit and tree planting event at a local park in support of both Earth Day and Arbor Day.

The City will celebrate America Recycles Day 2011 on November 15 and hold a 'Clean Your Files' event on November 11. Contact City Environmental Coordinator at 969-1804 for information.

In an effort to support America Recycles Day, the City hosts an annual internal "Clean Your Files" Day. On the Friday closest to November 15, the City encourages staff to go through their desks (drawers and all) and recycle everything they don't need. More than 250 staff members participated in our first event (2009), which resulted in more than 11,000 pounds of material, mostly paper, recycled!

The City hosts Rain Barrel Workshops. Contact City Environmental Coordinator at 969-1804 for information.

The City of Lee's Summit is creating an Outdoor Classroom in and around the island at the North Recycling Center. Flower beds, a vegetable garden, a rain garden, two rain barrels, and a compost bin are currently demonstrated on-site, along with artwork made from recycled rebar, street signs, and glass bottles.

In addition, several informational signs are posted at the Outdoor Classroom that describe the benefits of and purposes for all of the environmental features demonstrated on-site. As funds become available, the Outdoor Classroom will be completed with more flower beds, an herb garden, and benches. The first flower beds were planted in August 2009 by the Junior Stewards Club and the rain garden was planted in May 2010 by Boy Scout Troop 195 as an Eagle Scout Project (photos below). If your class or group is interested in participating in activities at the Outdoor Classroom, please contact the Environmental Coordinator at 969-1804.

The Adopt-A-Street Program recognizes the commitment of volunteers to keep our City's roadways free from litter and debris.

Individuals, community groups, organizations or business owners are invited to participate. Volunteers who adopt a minimum of one mile of road, and conduct litter pickup at least four times per year, will receive recognition on two Adopt-A-Street signs posted on each end of the adopted street segment and with a Certificate of Appreciation. The City provides trash bags to collect debris and will pick up filled bags. Contact the Public Works Operations Division at (816) 969-1870.

Current General Fund reserve as percent of operating expenses = 40%. (Reserve policy = 25%)*

Current bond ratings* Fitch: AAA; Moody's: Aaa

The City's first Arts Summit is scheduled for April 26, 2011 to gain insight into funding resources for the arts, connect with arts organization leaders and fellow art supporters, and brainstorm about future arts events and opportunities for Lee's Summit and surrounding communities.

Contact Tede Price at 816-969-1541 for information.

Mr. Porter Arneill prepared a 'Pulic Art Program Planning Report' for the Arts Council in May 2010.

Webb Management is conducting a Cultural Facility Feasibility Study for the City.

Stakeholder interviews have been conducted. A user survey of the arts community is underway.

City Council discussed the feasibility of a Solid Waste Authority during the 9/3/2009 meeting. The City Manager’s Office is continuing to pursue the possibility and is in discussion with neighboring municipalities regarding the topic.

The City conducted a site selection study for a possible future landfill. It is envisioned that such a landfill may be regional in nature (serving Eastern Jackson County and Cass County). A solid waste authority could be created to serve this area and direct solid waste collection to the new landfill.

The Solid Waste Committee discussed details of a new consolidated waste collection pickup system with curbside recycling from June-November 2010. For more information, contact City Environmental Coordinator at 969-1804.

Staff presented to the City Council on January 21, 2010. Public comment was taken at the March 4, 2010 City Council meeting, afterwhich City Council authorized submission of two-year notice of change in hauling service. City staff presented the topic at the May 6, 2010 City Council meeting. A timeline was provided. The Solid Waste Committee held a discussion with haulers at the June meeting. The topic was last brought before Council on April 7, 2011. It is expected to be presented to the full Council again in the summer of 2011. See City web site (www.cityofls.net, Environmental) for details.

Webb Management is conducting a Cultural Facility Feasibility Study for the City. Recommendations for downtown will be included in the final report.

City Council approved funding on April 7, 2011 for North Star Destination Strategies to assist in creating a community branding campaign.

Discussion regarding the creation of a community brand was held at the June 10, 2010 City Council work session. City Council gave continued support to the working group at the November 11, 2010 City Council work session. A contract was awarded on April 7,2011 to North Star Destination Strategies to provide professional assistance to the community branding effort. The study will begin in May and is expected to take six months to complete. The studybegan in May 2011 and is expected to take six months to complete.

A working group formed to revisit the topic of creating a brand for the City.

Discussion regarding the creation of a community brand was held at the June 10, 2010 City Council work session. The group received support to continue their work. Councilmember Gray and Councilmember Hofmann serve as liaisons to the group. The working group is giving public education presentations on branding to community groups. Input is being sought from the public at the meetings and through Facebook. City Council approval was given on November 11, 2010 to issue an RFP for professional assistance with the effort. A contract was awarded on April 7,2011 to North Star Destination Strategies to provide professional assistance to the community branding effort. The study will begin in May and is expected to take six months to complete. The studybegan in May 2011 and is expected to take six months to complete. A Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/brandLS) is gathering input from the public about what makes Lee's Summit so great. A contract was awarded on April 7,2011 to North Star Destination Strategies to provide professional assistance to the community branding effort. The study will begin in May and is expected to take six months to complete. For more information, contact the Administration Department at 969-1026.

Webb Management is conducting a Cultural Facility Feasibility Study for the City. Focus groups were interviewed as a part of this study.

The City Council approved revisions to the Human Relations ordinance of the City. Appointments to the new Human Relations Commission (HRC) are underway.

A resolution was approved by the City Council on December 16, 2010 to create an ad hoc Committee on Diversity to develop opportunities to promote the City’s rich base of diversity among social, generational, racial, religious, cultural, economic, gender and ethnic groups. Some tasks of the committee include: 1. Review of the Current Human Relations Commission (HRC) – Review the charge and duties of the City’s current HRC to ensure they are in line with the goals of the LS 360 Strategic Plan as it pertains to diversity and that they support the Community’s larger interest in promoting diversity. 2. Review the Current Human Rights Ordinance of the City - Review Chapter 15 – Human Rights – of the City’s Code of Ordinance to ensure that it clearly outlines the duties and responsibilities of the City’s HRC and that it provides the appropriate level of authority and support to carry out those duties and responsibilities. 3. Review the LS 360 Goals that Pertain to Diversity – Review the goals of the Quality of Life KPA that pertain to diversity with the purpose of developing mechanisms by which these goals can be implemented and sustained over time.

The City Council approved revisions to the Human Relations ordinance of the City. Appointments to the new Human Relations Commission (HRC) are underway.

A Healthy Lifestyles Coalition is formed. For more information, contact Debbie Starke at starke@gkccf.org.

Lee's Summit's Parks and Recreation Department continually promotes recreational and cultural events throughout the community through a variety of mediums. The new Energize Eastland web site, created by the new Healthy Lifestyles Coalition also assists in this objective.

The City's first Arts Summit is scheduled for April 26, 2011 to gain insight into funding resources for the arts, connect with arts organization leaders and fellow art supporters, and brainstorm about future arts events and opportunities for Lee's Summit and surrounding communities.

Contact Tede Price at 816-969-1541 for information.

An LS360 representative regularly attends monthly Arts Council meetings and shares information to provide full support to their efforts.

Arts Council meetings are held the second Tuesday of the month at City Hall. The next meeting is scheduled for January 11, 2011. Visit www.lsartscouncil.net for more details.

The Arts Council's mini-grant program provides financial support of up to $1,000 for local arts programs and services.

Grants are awarded based on community impact, demonstrated need for support, creative use of funds, artistic quality, ability to administer and implement project, and the diversity of population served. For more information, visit www.lsartscouncil.net.

The new Legacy Park Amphitheater was completed and dedicated in Fiscal Year 2009.

A Healthy Lifestyles Coalition formed under the leadership of the Eastland Community Foundation.

A web site is being created to provide information and resources on this topic. For more information contact Debbie Starke at starke@gkccf.org.

The City's first Arts Summit is scheduled for April 26, 2011 to gain insight into funding resources for the arts, connect with arts organization leaders and fellow art supporters, and brainstorm about future arts events and opportunities for Lee's Summit and surrounding communities.

Contact Tede Price at 816-969-1541 for information.

Presentation to City Council. Phase 1 to be implemented.

Plan presented at March 3, 2011 City Council meeting.

The Airport Business Plan is currently posted on the City website.

City Council allowed public discussion of issue at 10/15/09 meeting.

The Airport Business Plan was approved by the City Council on March 3, 2011.

Conditional support initially shown for the Airport Business Plan at 10/15/09 City Council Special Session.

A Livable Streets Planning Committee performed preliminary research before recommending the creation of a formal advisory committee. After many months of meeting, discussions and community outreach, a Livable Streets Resolution was presented to the City Council. It was approved on November 4, 2010. City Council will consider a resolution to establish a formal advisory board in December.

The first full planning committee meeting was held April 19, 2010. Three subcommittees were formed to work on specific items related to Livable Streets: (1) Resolution/Ordinance, (2) Education/Encouragement, (3) Bike and Pedestrian Friendly Community. For more information, contact Michael Park at 969-1820 or visit www.livablestreetsls.com.

A resolution establishing a Livable Streets Advisory Committee was approved by the City Council on December 2010. For more information, contact Michael Park at 969-1820 or visit www.livablestreetsls.com.

An initial assessment was done as part of the Bicycle Friendly Community application. A 'Livable Streets' subcommittee met on April 1, 2011 to discuss bike and pedestrian saftey campaign.

Contact City Traffic Engineer at 969-1820 or visit www.livablestreetsls.com. Continued assessement is expected with the establishment of a formal Livable Streets Advisory Board.

Webb Management is conducting a Cultural Facility Feasibility Study for the City.

Stakeholder interviews have been conducted. A user survey of the arts community is underway.

A Livable Streets Planning Committee performed preliminary research before recommending a Livable Streets policy resolution to the City Council for consideration. After many months of meeting, discussions and community outreach, the City Council approved a Livable Streets Resolution on November 4, 2010.

Walk In/Bike In (WIBI) events were held to promote Livable Streets and educate the community about the concept. For more information, see www.livablestreetsls.com.

Previous WIBI events: > Whistlestop Coffeeshop on 5/22/10. > Sheridan's on 7/24/10. > Spin Pizza on 9/18/10. > Spin Pizza on 9/25/10.

A 'Livable Streets Education/Encouragement' subcommittee formed to address this topic. For more information, contact City Traffic Engineer at 969-1820 or visit www.livablestreetsls.com.

Educational brochures are available for distribution. A speaker's bureau is giving educational presentations on Livable Streets. Some speaking engagements include: > Rotary Club on 5/21/10. > Raintree Lake POA on 6/8/10. > Lee's Summit Optimist Club 8/5/10. > City Employee Retiree Group 8/18/10. > Shepherd Center 8/23/10.

A 'Livable Streets Education/Encouragement' subcommittee met on April 1, 2011 to discuss bike and pedestrian saftey campaign. Contact City Traffic Engineer at 969-1820 or visit www.livablestreetsls.com.

An initial assessment was done as part of the Bicycle Friendly Community application. A 'Livable Streets' subcommittee met on April 1, 2011 to discuss bike and pedestrian saftey campaign.

Contact City Traffic Engineer at 969-1820 or visit www.livablestreetsls.com. Continued development of the campaign is expected with the establishment of a formal Livable Streets Advisory Board.

Consideration is underway by the new Livable Streets Advisory Board.

The City received an 'Honorable Mention' designation as a Bicycle Friendly Community from the League of American Bicyclists (LAB). For more information, contact City Traffic Engineer at 969-1820.

Improvements based on detailed recommendations provided by LAB will be discussed and implemented as appropriate.

The City received an 'Honorable Mention' designation as a Bicycle Friendly Community from the League of American Bicyclists (LAB). Improvements based on detailed recommendations provided by LAB will be discussed and implemented as appropriate.

MARC held three public hearings on their regional 'Transportation Outlook 2040' plan on February 3, 4 and 11, 2010. LS360 representatives attended.