Bel Aire, Kansas City Building 2006

Current Issues

Business development is important to a city’s tax base and the overall quality of life. Incentives are often offered to stimulate such development such as tax breaks, special financing. Should a full time person be hired to promote economic development? Please click here to view or post your comments on this issue

Mill Levy Rate
We all have experienced an increase in cost of living. Bel Aire government expenses continue to rise as well. Even with the need for street improvements and other governmental services, is a mil levy increase warranted for BA or are there areas where spending can be cut to avoid an increase in our taxes? Please click here to view or post your comments on this issue.

Infrastructure
As in many communities, Bel Aire is in the need of street improvements. Professional studies indicate that 45th Street has the greatest need of repair among our major streets. Are there other streets or infrastructure needs that are equally important? Please click here to view or post your comments on this issue.