City Council Meeting 8/10/2026

The City Council of Raymore held a regular meeting on August 10, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were discussed and approved. Key procurement activities included the approval of multiple resolutions accepting public infrastructure for various plats in the Madison Valley, Sendero, and Cunningham subdivisions. The council also approved a conditional use permit for Cass County Public Water Supply District number 10 to construct and operate a new water tower, which will support future development in the northern pressure zone of the city. Additionally, the council amended the schedule of fees for fiscal year 2027, including updates to building permit fees, excise taxes, right-of-way fees, and water and sewer tap fees, reflecting a 3% increase aligned with the construction cost index. The 2026 tax levy was set to remain unchanged from the previous year, maintaining a total city tax levy of 1.1868 per $100 of assessed valuation. Furthermore, the council authorized the defeasance of a portion of the outstanding 2016 general obligation bonds, using funds from the debt service fund to save approximately $150,750 in interest payments. These financial decisions demonstrate the city's efforts to manage growth, infrastructure development, and fiscal responsibility. The meeting also included tributes to the late council member Tom Inger and various community updates.