COMMITTEE SUBSTITUTE FOR RESOLUTION NO. 980709
Calling
upon the Mayor to establish a task force to conduct a comprehensive review of
Kansas Citys codes and regulations affecting residential areas within the
City.
WHEREAS,
the protection of property values and the preservation of the housing stock are
key goals of the Citys ordinances regulating residential areas within the
City; and
WHEREAS,
outdated and archaic legislation presents itself as a clear obstacle to the
creation, development and preservation of safe and prosperous neighborhoods;
and
WHEREAS,
one of the main functions of City government is the constant search for
efficient and effective legislation that can respond quickly but responsibly to
evolving trends and needs in residential areas; and
WHEREAS,
City codes must be studied with the intent to avoid the dangers of stagnation
and to ignite revitalization efforts to improve the standard of living of all
Kansas City residents; and
WHEREAS,
consideration of a systematic revision of pertinent City codes demands a
conscientious and meticulous effort by responsible individuals entrusted by the
Citys leaders; NOW, THEREFORE,
BE
IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF KANSAS CITY:
That
the Mayor is called upon to create a task force to conduct a comprehensive
review of existing City codes and regulations that have an effect on the
quality of residential areas within the City, including but not limited to,
building and property maintenance codes, historic landmarks and districts,
regulations of the municipal court fund program and the municipal housing
court; and
BE
IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the task force shall include among its members
representatives from neighborhood associations that can accurately advocate
citizen concerns.
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