KCI Area Development Team February 2, 2017 Minutes

In attendance: Wes Minder, Lisa Minardi, Lynn McClure, Beverly Passatino, John DeBauche, Kyle Elliott, Laura Tyson, Ed Bradley, Darren Hennen, Dan Fowler, Leslie Johnson, Roger Lewis, James Walton, Alicia Stephens, Stephanie Neppl Meeting Minutes Ed Bradley made a motion to approve the minutes from December 2, seconded by John DeBauche. Minutes approved. KCMO GO Bond Issue Councilman Dan Fowler presented the three-question ballot questions for the April ballot, which are: 1) $600 million for construction/reconstruction of streets, bridges and sidewalks 2) $150 million for flood control projects 3) $50 mil for animal shelter and other public buildings which are not ADA compliant Fowler noted that if #2 passes, it will be matched by $550 million in federal dollars. For #3, $14 million is marked for the new animal shelter. Fowler noted that a resolution has been passed that identify the 1st round of construction projects to be completed if the bond issue passes. Fowler says the Northland did very well on this list. Regarding the sidewalk improvement program, the City will assume obligation to improve/repair existing sidewalks. New sidewalks projects will be a 50/50 match with the property owner Hennen asked for clarity of Section 8 on Page 4 which addresses local, WBE and MBE contracts. He aired concerns that these businesses do not need to be KCMO businesses to get KCMO projects. Fowler said he has faced push back on this issue and that the City has to go with lowest and best bid, regardless if the company has presence in KCMO or Kansas. Regarding Platte County projects, Stephens has already created a document to track progress and ensure the projects are addressed. Fowler added that the City Manager will use a dashboard which will automatically show what has been done and will be done. The issue of serving the KCI Corridor job center was raised, and McClure suggested breaking out those projects in Platte County that directly impact job areas to help prioritize. Fowler confirmed that the current PIAC list of projects will remain as they are. The GO Bond money is for sidewalk repair/replacement but regarding new sidewalks, the 50% match is generally correct. But if they are improving a road, the sidewalks may be done alongside that. Minder added that roads near schools are a priority. Stephens closed the discussion by making clear that neither the streetcar of airport are included in the GO Bond. Twin Creeks KC Stormwater study James Walton, PE, with KCMO Water Services, presented an update on the Stormwater Study. He noted that technology is allowing the city to obtain much more accurate data. Much of FEMA’s data is not comprehensive enough or uses a more conservative methodology. Walton reviewed the types of data they can now access. He noted that the Twin Creeks area’s soil is advantageous due to its absorbency. Previous studies cost $800,000 but now they are less than $400,000 with better data. Walton reviewed the types of regulation and said federal, state and local all have different standards for data. Previously, some areas had no data (FEMA or Watershed studies) but the technology has changed that. The data will help make the planning and development process more accurate and efficient. Walton noted that with the new data, they can help prevent situations like MetroNorth impact on line creek area homes. He reviewed basin runoff, and said if we have the right flows maybe the flood plains aren’t as big so there could be more development opportunities. Regarding stream erosion/meander hazards, the city needs to know where the stream change is rapidly occurring to avoid or mitigate these costs.

Walton said the primary goal is to provide as much info as possible up front which he believes will reduce review times. The City is still building the data and hope to complete this by May 2017. LOMAR (Letter of Map Revision), updating flood plains maps, are included in the current phase. The next step then is to implement it. Walton will come back in May or June to present to this committee with an update on status, priorities for next steps, and funding requirements to complete the project.

KCI Area Development Team March 2, 2017 Minutes

In attendance:, Lisa Minardi, John DeBauche, Ed Bradley, Leslie Johnson, Roger Lewis, Jeanette Cowherd, Greg Dean, Mike Kellam, Jeff Berg, Sarah Moberg, Jacob Wilson, Chris Newkirk, Garry Linn, Alicia Stephens, Stephanie Neppl Tiffany Springs East Jeff Berg of Colliers updated his Tiffany Springs East Development:

The 15 acre site is undergoing utility work and grading.

Confirmed users include The Better Wash car wash which is set to begin construction in May. Their peak season is November/December so they are aiming to be open by then.

Biolife Plasma Services, part of the Baxter Pharmaceutical s, Biolife will build a 17,000 SF building later in 2017 with an eye to opening in mid-2018. The company will employ 100 people.

Also confirmed is Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers, a fried chicken restaurant which plans to start construction in May with an eye to open in November or December. Colliers is also in conversation with a full service restaurant/bar tenant.

Berg is also working to confirm medical office tenants in the site’s northeast corner.

The centre will have access from both Ambassador Drive and NW 88th Street.

Berg mentioned he uses Twin Creeks’ growth but that since many retailers were burned in 2007-2008 they are skeptical about future growth. They want rooftops.

Regarding Tiffany Springs MarketCentre, Berg confirmed Marshalls and Tuesday Morning will go into the former Sports Authority store. The centre has the highest occupancy since it opened with just four current vacancies.

Mann Company Sarah Moberg updated about their Green Hills Road development area just south of the new Menard’s off 152 Highway:

Mann owns 7 acres of land at the SE corner in four total lots which are graded with utilities, and two turnlanes have been added. A stoplight will be added in the future.

They have a gas station/convenience store user planned in the 2.5 acre parcel at the northern part of the property.

They have planned a 80,000 SF retail strip centre and have spoken to a Mexican restaurant and hair/nail salon. Also they have had interest from fast food users and medical office. They hope to start building the strip center in the next few months.

Moberg confirmed there has been a solid jump in in interest in the Green Hills parcels since Menard’s opened. She also confirmed that the Bank of Weston building on 112th Street would be knocked down.

Edgewood Farms Chris Newkirk gave an update of the Edgewood Farms development which is located along I-29 south of Barry Road:

50 acre site with planned residential.

Main Event and Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers are well underway, and Texas Roadhouse will start building in late April.

Main Event is looking to open in Summer or Fall 2017. It is a 50,000 SF building full of bowling, laser tag, ropes courses plus restaurants. It is a big traffic generator.

Freddy’s is hoping to open by summer 2017.

The planned residential component includes 250 units but there is no timetable yet for this stage. Kevin Jones and Spencer Thompson are part of the residential piece.

Barrybrooke Drive, which is currently gated and located just east of Edgewood Farms, will open when Main Event opens.

Stephens gave brief TIF updates:

Platte Purchase: The new Costco could be open by May

KCI TIF: the new bridge over I-29 will be included in a June 2017 bond issue once we have first quarter Menards revenue.

KCI Area Development Team April 6, 2017 Minutes

In attendance: Darren Hennen, Dan Fowler, Lisa Minardi, John DeBauche, Ed Bradley, Leslie Johnson, Roger Lewis, Greg Dean, Matt Jarrett, Ruth Nelson, Kyle Elliott, Ryan Robertshaw, Alicia Stephens, Lynette Palmer GO Bond Discussion Councilman Fowler lead the discussion:

Platte County had highest voter turnout at 20%, and all GO Bonds passed with over 60% approval, except Eastside sales tax at 52% approval

Question #1 has most impact for the Northland. Map included in minutes show the Northland projects lists. o N. Brighton will be a first priority o Woodland/Cookingham at Shoal Creek has a high accident rate. o Greenhills Road will move forward as soon as right of way is completed, o Pleasant Valley to 72nd is paid for from previous funds, just needs to start soon. o Ed Bradley asked if using funding from the bond for the I-29 overpass would be possible, then reallocate

the TIF money elsewhere; Fowler noted the project is already slated for TIF funds so it is unlikely that bond money will be used there. Fowler met Menards GM and sales are 50% higher than planned, which is good news for the TIF.

o Hennen mentioned the Buck O’Neal Bridge topic; will bond money go for bridge work/replacement? Fowler commented the study shows the bridge is in much worse condition than thought, it cannot wait another two years. He’s talking to the state to let them know we need money. Grant funding could move the project up in priorities. Preliminary plans go west and stay out of the flight path and preserve the Signature Building. Stephens’ concern is utilization of bond money would view the project as a Northland project and deplete funding for Northland Go Bond projects.

o Hennen asked what will the mechanism be to roll out the projects, and how will allocations be watched? Will excess be returned to normal funding or go into another project in the same area. The answer was not definitive but thought that funding would be returned to general projects, not area specific.

KCI Airport Update

The issue must be on the November 2017 ballot to keep the airline support. In 2018 mayoral campaigns will begin and a vote on the capital sales tax renewal will be April 2018. It is not preferred to have KCI listed on the same ballot.

o Northland Chamber and Platte County EDC have the consultant Brad Scott. o The KCI issue strategy must be to educate the voters. Ed Bradley offered to head the education portion

of the issue; he will review KCI information and legislation. o The city council needs to have buy- in to lead the charge and have the unified voice for the issue to be

on the ballot with support. o Gov. Brownback discussion with ATA is a real concern, though 20 years out, it would be huge economic

impact to Northland, KCMO, Platte County if the airport went to Kansas. o KCADC & KC Chamber are bi-state organizations and don’t want to be in a turf war with Kansas. o The Northland is taking a strong leadership role in the airport new terminal campaign. o Lisa Minardi asked if a design will accompany the ballot; visual voters; Bradley added there are designs

out there, but none that are final. MARC 152

Study of Hwy 152 for increasing congestion from the development along the corridor. The planning will need to start now with the growth and congestion. The plan will start looking into the future to provide solutions that will be needed in the next 20 years because of growth.

Shoal Creek plan may expand its study to incorporate the Hwy 152 study.

Development Updates

Tiffany Springs work was to be completed over spring break.

190K left from Tiffany Springs interchange is for KCMO to reallocate. Ed Bradley asked if the money could go toward the Bridge over I-29.

Costco has moved up its opening to May 18.

Development to watch on Cookingham and 169, south of 435, no details, but includes a large footprint and gas pumps.

Twin Creeks

Destination Subcommittee o Joint meeting of public and private groups is the next step. The private group has connected with

Sporting KC . Youth sports will need both public and private support. An A & E group has done preliminary drawings; the next step is to determine cost.

Future Presentations

Zona Rosa

Pat Klein – KCI Next Steps Next meeting – 7:30am, Thursday, May 4, 2017

KCI Area Development Team May 4, 2017 Minutes

In attendance: Darren Hennen, Mike Kellam, Pat Contreras, Michael Reardon, Lauren Kepler, Garry Linn, Derek Espeer, Lynn McClure, Laura Tyson, Mike Reik, Lisa Minardi, Ed Bradley, Leslie Johnson, Roger Lewis, Ruth Nelson, Ryan Robertshaw, Alicia Stephens, Stephanie Neppl KCI Airport Presentation and strategy

Darren Hennen provided a presentation on ‘A Better KCI”.

The KCI Advisory team consists of PCEDC, KC Chamber, Northland Regional Chamber, KC Area Development, and Civic Council. The conceptual drawings of the terminal show 35 gates, expandable to 42, with a simple design, focus is curb, bag, TSA, plane, making the airport easily accessible. The new terminal will add 1500 parking spaces, with underground walkway to parking, separate drop off and pick up areas. The airport is the city’s first impression, and a new terminal is an attractor to new businesses. Construction of a new terminal will not impact current access to the existing terminals.

Passenger numbers in 1972 was 3.8 million, and 11 million passengers used the same facilities in 2016.

Financing – No city tax increase. 88% of the people who will pay for the airport don’t live in KCMO; they fly in and out of KCI. This construction would be the single largest economic impact project, KCMO has seen. KCI would also be a convenient mid-country stop for flights, increasing our direct flight access.

Alicia Stephens noted, the KCMO Aviation Department has 122 Platte County resident employees; Southwest has 80 Platte County resident employees. She also noted that KCI concession revenue is very low, and that the Northland KCI group has spoken with Congressman Sam Graves about KCI. Congressman Graves recently met with Consultant Brad Scott as well. So far he has not sent out anything related to KCI.

Two items to take away: 1. No new taxes, 2. 17,000 jobs. This is a grassroots effort to make sure people know the issue.

Ed Bradley made a few additional comments: he advised that the airlines do not want a renovation, and their offer has a deadline. He emphasized that we need non-flying KCMO residents to vote, and noted that any delay on the timing of the vote would be huge if it doesn’t take place in November 2017.

Platte County EDC is writing a letter of support which will be put on the website and companies who wish to use it as a guide are welcome to do so.

Lynn McClure asked about ballot language, and Alicia confirmed it needs to be finalized in August. He also enquired about neighborhood associations, and Alicia said Pat Klein has begun those ‘listening sessions’ with such groups.

Darren noted that there are six people available to present to companies or whoever would benefit from the “A Better KCI” presentation. We need more supporters and will add those logos to the presentation to show companies and organizations who are onboard.

Development Updates

The new I-29 bridge, which is the next KCI TIF project, is held up in easement

Main Event has its ribbon cutting on May 9th.

Draftcade is now open in Zona Rosa.

Costco has moved up its opening to May 18.

Major Lewis said the KCPD North Patrol ribbon cutting was about 5 weeks away.

CVS grading is going strong. Next meeting – 7:30am, Thursday, June 1 2017

KCI Area Development Team June 1, 2017

In attendance: Ed Bradley, Pat Klein, Tom Brown, Ruth Nelson, Ed Ford, John DeBauche, Morgan Franklin, Stephanie Neppl, Alicia Stephens, Darren Hennen, Sue Shores, Greg Foss, Leslie Johnson, Roger Lewis, Mike Kellam, Mike Chambers, Pat Contreras, Lisa Minardi, Susan Brown. KCI Airport Listening Session - Pat Klein, Director of Aviation, KC Aviation Department Pat Klein advised the KC Aviation Department gave 25 listening sessions in May and have another 25 scheduled for June. He reviewed the department’s steps to date and provided details about the current state of KCI’s operations:

KCI passenger growth is forecast at 1.9% annually.

The size of planes is increasing. Small regional jets are gone and 747s and airbuses are the most common. KCI has a maximum of 80 seats in its hold rooms and the biggest flight is a 232 pax Frontier flight to Orlando. Airlines are better at filling their planes now.

KCI Facility needs are 35 gates (currently 30), 4 city gates and 19 additional overnight parking positions for planes. They need to increase parking and add separate arrival and departures to reduce congestion and improve safety. They also assessed required needs for curbside, ticket lobby, baggage handling, security screening checkpoints, gate areas, concessions and international arrivals facility.

Pat presented concepts for a new terminal which includes separate drop-off/pickup areas for arrivals/departures with a walkway underneath for safe access from parking garages. Inside is an 800-foot moveable walkway in between two gate areas.

While the City works through the process for a new terminal, in the interim KCI completed customer service improvements including LED lights, cell phone lot and more electrical outlets plus the American Airlines checkpoint/gate area had some modernizations.

KCI now has 350 passengers per day flying Trans-Atlantic which is the magic number to get an international flight. They are in talks with several airlines to get international flights which would be a huge economic driver.

The most common concerns Pat hears is that feedback that KCI’s inbound experience is very positive, and questions about why a vote is needed.

The Listening sessions have gone well and have averaged 25-50 people. In March, Burns and McDonnell presented a single terminal proposal to the City and this was made public on May 12. Now the City has opened a bidding process for proposals. A RFP went out Tuesday May 30, and a 4-person panel will review after the June 20 deadline. The airlines will sit in on presentation in an advisory role and those interviews will take place on June 22. An MOU will then be signed a few weeks later. The City hopes to have the MOU finalized on July 15 as the ballot language must be completed by August 24 for a November ballot. Lisa Minardi noted that Councilpersons Fowler and Loar are holding a Town Hall meeting on June 6. A Better KCI update Darren said A Better KCI presentation can be given to any company who wants one. The number of partner organizations continues to increase. A handout was provided, and Alicia pointed to the PCEDC website for info. Buck O’Neil Bridge update Darren gave a quick update – the bridge is a major priority for the region, not just the Northland. The current proposal is a possible 2-year closure for $50 million repair that would ensure an addition 35 years of the bridge’s life. However, it would have the same alignment and current issues and we want to propose new alignment to improve traffic flow. The bridge is in critical condition today and the timing of getting a new plan is also critical as Northland growth continues to put pressure on both 169 Hwy and the bridge. Long-term planning is needed in a short time-frame. Alicia advised that the Platte County EDC board has sent a letter of support and have Parkville and Riverside. Twin Creeks KC - Destination Subcommittee update Alicia advised that youth sports complex work continues and recent meetings are very positive. We are working to get a few pieces in place before organizing a large meeting again with potential partners to start discussing cost and design.

Next meeting: July 6, 2017 (possible topic youth sports complex)

KCI Area Development Team September 7, 2017

In attendance:, John DeBauche, Stephanie Neppl, Alicia Stephens, Darren Hennen, Greg Foss, Leslie Johnson, Roger Lewis, , Lisa Minardi, Lynn McClure, Jay Hodges, Greg Dean, Mike Reik, Jennifer Crump, Major Chip Huth, Teresa Loar Platte County Development Update Presentation Alicia presented PCEDC’s community presentation which includes updates to all Platte County communities, from retail and office to industrial, residential and senior living. In addition, the presentation covered changes to the KCI TIF and Platte Purchase TIF Youth Sports Complex Update Darren provided background on the Destination Subcommittee work which was part of the Twin Creeks Taskforce. The youth sports complex work is a result of 18 months of meetings of the Destination Subcommittee. A feasibility and economic impact study for a few sites in Platte County is underway and a presentation will be provided to this action team in November. KCI Airport update Following a brief presentation highlighting the Better KCI messaging, Alicia reported she has given 35 Better KCI presentations and attended 80 meetings so far this year. A Northland group is still available to give presentations to any company or organization who requests one. Jay Hodges mentioned that he felt the presentations were having a positive impact. Edgemoor Infrastructure & Real Estate was chosen by the KCMO Selection committee to pursue the KCI single terminal project.

Buck O’Neil Bridge update Darren and Alicia provided an overview of current issues faced with the Buck O’Neil Bridge, which is a major connector for the Northland. A task force has been formed and their position is the bridge needs more than a short-term fix which is what MoDOT has proposed. The cost of a new bridge is estimated at $150-200 million. Bonds update Alicia said the TIF advisory committees met in August and they anticipate new KCI TIF bonds being issued before 2018 but emphasized the money has already been spent due to a payback to Hunt Midwest and the new bridge over I-29. Other:

Mike Reik asked about the Brinshore Development issue. The Brinshore proposal consisted of 75 to 90 apartments at the southwest corner of Barry Road and Platte Purchase Drive. Alicia explained that the developers did not reach out the neighbors of the proposed sites early in the process so the meetings were volatile. She noted other discussions included converting several units at existing apartment complex into HUD units.

Lynn McClure asked what was being done about the old Ramada hotel which is a major eyesore. Alicia noted it was going to auction online later this month. The hotel owners pay enough to keep the hotel from being sold on the court house steps. Police are notified if anything suspicious is seen around it.

Next meeting: October 5th (office market panel)

KCI Area Development Team November 2, 2017

In attendance:, John DeBauche, Alicia Stephens, Darren Hennen, Greg Foss, Greg Dean, Major Chip Huth, Ed Bradley, Matt Barry, Darren Barner, Sue Shore, Garry Linn, Lauren Kepler, Jay Hodges, Jeanette Cowherd, Vince Magers Chairman Darren Hennen provided the welcome. Self-introductions were given. Youth Sports Complex Update Darren provided background on the Twin Creeks Taskforce, subsequent Destination Subcommittee. Alicia gave the findings of the sub-committee. Darren jumped right into the presentation on the executive summary of the Market Feasibility Study. Key points of note:

From 1980 to 2017 the Market Area (Northland) population increased by 82.6 percent to 333,933 residents

34.7 percent of all Market Area households have children living at home which represents a large potential pool of soccer participants. Over the next five years the collective population of these age groups is forecast to increase by 2.9 percent

High-income households with incomes of $100,000 or more account for 29.5% of all households in the Market Area which supports above average expenditures on sports and recreation and high levels for youth soccer participation

current median household income for the Market Area of $73,168 exceeds $50,238 for Missouri and $55,775 for the U.S.

Sporting KC determined a need for 120 fields in the KC Area. Since that time approximately 25 new fields have been built and another 25 or so have been planned, still leaving a significant unmet need.

34 teams in the Kansas City MSA are registered with U.S. Youth Soccer, including 7 teams in the Market Area. Many around the table agreed that these numbers cannot be accurate. Alicia will contact the consultant about our concern

None of the existing soccer facilities operating in the Northland are of tournament quality.

The Market Area’s 22 existing soccer fields compares to facility needs of 33 fields indicates an under-supply of 11 soccer fields.

Despite supporting 16 percent of the MSA population, the Northland maintains just 9.2 percent of the soccer field inventory.

Question – can the fields accommodate LaCrosse? yes Hennen shared that the study had to have a point of reference for the study. So Platte Purchase and 100th street were given. Stephens noted that we wanted one other site but determined it was cost prohibitive. Hennen pointed out the infrastructure needs in the area some of which will be met by TIF districts and perhaps GO Bond money. Stephens cautioned all that NO ONE site has been chosen or purchased. Darren Barner with Olsson walked us through the site plan. Big fields make them more flexible for Under 6 teams as well as for LaCrosse. The site plan shows how it will be a destination park with fields, trails, playground, picnic area. It ties in nicely with the Linear Park plan. Hodges asked about storm water runoff in the area. Barner responded that since the fields will be artificial turf, it should not be a problem. Stephens noted that drawings and the study have been shared with County and City Parks. Hennen shared the map outlining mileage to amenities from the site. The inevitable question of cost was asked. Hennen responded $30-40 million at full build out which is why partnerships are so important. Next step is getting potential partners to the table. KCI Airport update The issue is on the ballot. Campaign materials will be available soon. VOTE YES!!

Buck O’Neil Bridge update Hennen shared that MARC’s Total Transportation Policy Committee has asked for the region’s funds for the next two years. Not all at MARC are in favor of that because it would be the entire region’s share meaning communities would not receive funds for their own projects. A joint meeting of MARC, TTPC and STP will meet this month with a goal of making a recommendation to the full MARC board in December.

KCI Area Development Team October 5, 2017

In attendance:, John DeBauche, Alicia Stephens, Darren Hennen, Greg Foss, Leslie Johnson, Greg Dean, Mike Reik, Jennifer Crump, Major Chip Huth, Ed Bradley, Cliff Harvey, Matt Bradburg, Stephanie Gillespie Panelists: Mike VanBuskirk, Brent Roberts, Brian Bacon, Jayme Miller Chairman Darren Hennen provided the welcome. Self-introductions were given. Platte County Office Market update Commercial real estate brokers who have properties in Platte County provided some insight into the market. Below are some key points:

Lease rates have not moved much

Some buildings need significant investment before they will see significant lease improvements

Current office activity is okay but majority of projects are small, average tenant size is 3,500 sq ft

JoCo rate is better due to executives that live there

As with DFA, incentives play a major role

Difficult to compete with the public sector i.e. KCAD

The opportunities in Twin Creeks could potentially change the market

It’s all about JOB GROWTH!!!

Class A characteristics are quality, amenities and floor plate sizes

Of the 52 MM sq ft in the metro, Platte County makes up only 8% of it

There is a huge JoCo bias, Northland is very conservative and we have no ‘destination’ Is workforce housing an issue? yes Youth Sports Complex Update Darren provided background on the Destination Subcommittee work which was part of the Twin Creeks Taskforce. The youth sports complex work is a result of 18 months of meetings of the Destination Subcommittee. A feasibility and economic impact study for a few sites in Platte County is underway and a presentation will be provided to this action team in November. KCI Airport update The issue is on the ballot. Campaign materials will be available soon. VOTE YES!!

Buck O’Neil Bridge update Darren and Alicia provided an overview of current issues faced with the Buck O’Neil Bridge, which is a major connector for the Northland. A task force has been formed and their position is the bridge needs more than a short-term fix which is what MoDOT has proposed. The cost of a new bridge is estimated at $150-200 million.