City of Gardner Council Meeting 07/06/2026

The City of Gardner, Kansas held a council meeting on July 6, 2026, where key procurement-related discussions included the adoption of a resolution (Resolution 2195) expressing the city's intent to exceed the revenue neutral property tax rate, setting a public hearing for September 8, 2026. The proposed mill levy remains at 17.814 mills, consistent with the current rate, representing approximately $360,000 in revenue. Council members discussed the importance of detailed budget transparency and line-item breakdowns for future spending decisions. Additionally, the council approved a waiver allowing the sale of alcoholic liquor within 200 feet of a school, church, or library during the Johnson County Fair at the Johnson County Fairgrounds. Other topics included community concerns about fireworks regulations and enforcement, with no direct procurement actions related to fireworks management reported. The meeting concluded with acknowledgments of city staff efforts in recent community events and a motion to adjourn.