Wichita Documenters

08/18/2025

Join us next Monday at 5:30 for Orientation to become a Wichita Documenter! Earn $$ to take notes at government meetings. Come to the Oaklawn Activity Center, 4904 S. Clifton Ave, at 5:30 next Monday to learn more.

08/18/2025

It could be easier to operate a daycare in Wichita as the board recommended altering the Unified Zoning Code. A proposal to extend the operating hours of a wedding venue in south Wichita brought out residents in opposition, and construction of a salt pit in Mulvane was denied.

Notes by Documenter Wyatt Barmann

https://wichitadocumenters.org/meetings/metropolitan-area-planning-committee #:~:text=Notes%20by%20Wyatt%20Barmann

08/14/2025

Plans to build “garage condos” at 127th and Central prompted 17 residents to attend the meeting and protest the plan. They believed construction would destroy the neighborhood’s park-like setting and decrease property values. The board agreed and unanimously recommended denial.

Notes by Documenter Rebecca Armstrong

https://wichitadocumenters.org/meetings/dab2-cejce #:~:text=Notes%20by%20Rebecca%20Armstrong

08/14/2025

The Wichita Area Metropolitan Planning Organization is working on a safe routes to school program, a regional active transportation plan, travel surveys, and increased public engagement via improved online tools. An internship program is also on the horizon.

Notes by Documenter Ty Davis

https://wichitadocumenters.org/meetings/wichita-area-metropolitan-planning-organization #:~:text=Website-,Notes%20by%20Ty%20Davis,-The%20Wichita%20Area

08/14/2025

Designs are being solidified for reconstruction of the First Street Bridge at the Arkansas River. Demand for accessory dwelling units is increasing, causing metropolitan planners to look at ways to streamline the process and potentially change zoning codes.

Notes by Documenter Judy Winters

https://wichitadocumenters.org/meetings/district-6-advisory-board #:~:text=Notes%20by%20Judy%20Winters

08/14/2025

08/13/2025

Haysville Council recognized the Mayor’s Youth Leadership Council, approved event use of Historic Park, reduced a resident’s code violation fine, approved $4M bonds, vehicle purchases, water projects, and other agreements. Concerns were raised about traffic near schools.

Notes by Documenter Sharon Ailslieger

https://wichitadocumenters.org/meetings/haysville-city-council #:~:text=Notes%20by%20Sharon%20Ailslieger

08/11/2025

Derby Planning Commission heard strong flooding concerns over a zoning change at SW 55th & Woodlawn but approved it. They advanced major High Park upgrades, adding pickleball courts, splash pads, an artificial turf playground, new restrooms, and improved parking and sidewalks.

Notes by Documenter Sharon Ailslieger

https://wichitadocumenters.org/meetings/derby-planning-commission #:~:text=Board%20Information-,Notes%20by%20Sharon%20Ailslieger,-Derby%20Planning%20Commission

08/11/2025

City Council heard public input on the budget, with debate over public art funding, sales tax, tree planting, and budget cuts. Tensions rose when Mary Dean, a reparations advocate, was removed. Discussions included hiring a city manager search firm and adding a new fitness court.

Notes by Documenter Rami Stucky

https://wichitadocumenters.org/meetings/wichitacitycouncil-95kdz #:~:text=Council%20Information-,Notes%20by%20Rami%20Stucky,-City%20Council%20heard

08/08/2025

Between 2016 and 2020, there were 326 traffic fatalities and over 900 traffic-related serious injuries in Sedgwick County. To address this issue, the Kansas Department of Transportation created advertisements that share stories of residents who were impacted by dangerous drivers.

Notes by Documenter Judy Winters

https://wichitadocumenters.org/meetings/wichita-area-metropolitan-planning-organization #:~:text=Notes%20by%20Judy%20Winters

08/08/2025

WPD reported crime trends, new recruits, and the launch of the Raven gunshot detection system. The library shared Summer Reading stats and upcoming events. Zoning approvals granted for an elderly care facility expansion and a duplex for multigenerational housing.

Notes by Documenter Michelle Vann

https://wichitadocumenters.org/meetings/dab1-b7edr #:~:text=Notes%20by%20Michelle%20Vann

08/06/2025

The work of the Sustainability Integration Board is exciting to residents. However, further outreach is needed to educate the public about projects. Board members across the six districts continue to hear about the proposed adoption of the International Property Maintenance Code.

Notes by Documenter Savannah Richardson

https://wichitadocumenters.org/meetings/district-5-advisor-board #:~:text=Notes%20by%20Savannah%20Richardson