City Council Meeting - 2.23.26

The City Council meeting of Shawnee, Kansas, held on February 23, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The council approved plans to bid on the Johnson Drive and Coera signal replacement project and authorized an interlocal agreement with the city of Lenexa for surface treatment on Gleon Road and 79th Street. They also approved a contract for replacing playground equipment and safety surfacing at Kanan Park. Additionally, the council considered and approved a seed loan for Tiki Taco to support their investment in a downtown building. The council ratified semimonthly claims totaling over $3.3 million. Staff provided an update on the renewal of employee benefit plans, negotiating a favorable 1.5% increase in medical insurance premiums with no plan design changes, and maintaining dental and vision plans with minimal increases. A significant discussion was held regarding the adoption of the 2024 International Energy Code, with staff recommending against adopting the code unamended due to high costs, enforcement challenges, and potential negative impacts on development and small businesses. The council did not take immediate action on the energy code but will continue monitoring its implications.