Goodland City Commission Discusses Sunday Alcohol Sales, Cemetery Contract, and City Planning Recommendations

The Goodland City Commission held a meeting on February 20, 2024, led by Mayor Aaron Thompson. Commissioners Jason Showalter, Ann Myers, and Brook Redlin were present, while Vice-Mayor J. J. Howard was absent. Other attendees included various city officials, with City Manager Kent Brown joining via phone.

The meeting started with the approval of the consent agenda, including previous meeting minutes and appropriation ordinances. The motion was made by Commissioner Redlin, seconded by Commissioner Myers, and passed with a unanimous vote.

The commission then discussed various ordinances and resolutions. The first was a proposal to allow Sunday alcohol sales. Mayor Thompson raised concerns about the clarity of the proposed hours of sale. Commissioner Showalter suggested consistent hours across all days to avoid confusion. The decision was postponed to the next meeting.

The commission also discussed a resolution related to the Cemetery Caretaker Contract. Mayor Thompson mentioned that the Cemetery Board recommended renewing the contract with a 4% increase for the next two years. The motion was approved unanimously.

The meeting ended with a discussion on a report from the Community Matters Institute (CMI). The report, based on interviews with city officials, outlined recommendations for city planning and regulations. Some recommendations can be addressed by the staff, while others will require collaboration with CMI or a similar organization and the City Attorney. The recommendations covered a range of topics, including land use regulations, housing standards, and zoning districts.

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