The Salina City Commission will convene Monday, September 8, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. in Room 107 of the City-County Building, with a study session beginning at 3:00 p.m. focused on redevelopment discussion.
Study Session on Redevelopment
The 3:00 p.m. study session will center on redevelopment plans that appear to involve a comprehensive mixed-use project called "Destination Salina." According to presentation materials, the project encompasses plans for the Central Mall area and surrounding properties along West Magnolia Road near Interstate 135.
The proposed development includes multiple components:
- A golf entertainment facility with driving range and mini golf
- Family entertainment center
- Mixed-use residential and retail spaces
- Restaurant and entertainment venues
- A "District" area with dining and recreational amenities
The presentation materials indicate the project would utilize a public-private partnership structure incorporating STAR bonds, transient guest tax, community improvement district funding, tax increment financing, and sales tax exemptions on construction materials. Total project costs are listed at approximately $146.18 million.
The materials reference Salina's current retail market position, noting 3.4 million on-site visits annually, $1.3 billion in total city retail sales, and no major competitor within 50 miles.
Regular Meeting Agenda
Following the study session, the regular commission meeting will address several items requiring action:
Consent Agenda
- Approval of August 25, 2025 meeting minutes
- Authorization for Fire Department participation in regional HazMat response team contract with Kansas State Fire Marshal's Office
- Award of $209,035.21 contract to Westport Pools, Inc. for Kenwood Cove Aquatic Park Lazy River resurfacing
- Resolution 25-8308 reaffirming Saline County Solid Waste Management Plan
Administration Items
- Authorization for $156,698.13 fire station alerting system purchase and installation for Fire Station No. 4
- Mayor authorization to sign agreement with Saline County for joint use of opioid settlement funds
- Award of $230,279.50 contract to Landscape Consultants, LLC for KDOT Tree Grant project
Public Participation
The meeting will be conducted in-person at the City-County Building and via Zoom. Citizens may view the proceedings on the City of Salina YouTube channel or participate via Zoom using meeting ID 892 7598 4587. The meeting is also accessible by phone at 1-346-248-7799.
Public comments may be submitted in advance by emailing the City Commission through the city website by 5:00 p.m. Sunday. Citizens wishing to speak during the meeting must be recognized by the Mayor and are typically limited to three minutes.
