Kansas City Council will ask voters in August to approve $1.7 billion in bond measures for water infrastructure, affordable housing, and convention center renovations.
The Kansas City Council is preparing for an August ballot referendum featuring five major funding questions aimed at infrastructure and community development. The slate includes $1.5 billion in revenue bonds dedicated to water and sewer system improvements, which city staff note are essential to meeting federal consent decree requirements by 2040. Additionally, voters will weigh in on $100 million in general obligation bonds for affordable housing development and another $100 million for structural repairs at Bartle Hall, Municipal Auditorium, and City Hall. The latter two measures are structured as zero-tax-increase proposals by replacing existing debt.
The ballot also features a request to renew a 1/8-cent sales tax to support economic development in the Central City area. This tax currently generates approximately $10 million annually for local development initiatives. City officials emphasize that approval of the bond measures would provide more cost-effective financing than alternative debt vehicles, while avoiding accelerated utility rate hikes for residents.
The City of Hazelwood seeks voter approval for a $14 million bond issue to fund the construction of a new fire station.
Christian County officials are seeking $60 million to $75 million in funding to replace an overcrowded jail facility.
The Boone County Commission is moving a proposed sales tax for a new jail to the November 3 ballot to address rising out-of-county detention costs.
The city of Joplin is currently constructing a new splash park and park upgrades in an effort to enhance public recreational amenities for the summer season.
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