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Friday, May 2, 2025

Fwd: KORA

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From: Henry McClure <mcre13@gmail.com>
Date: Fri, May 2, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Subject: Fwd: KORA
To: Braxton Copley <bcopley@topeka.org>, Robert M. Perez <rmperez@topeka.org>, Bonnie Williams <bowilliams@topeka.org>, Mathew Mullen <mwmullen@topeka.org>

So Dr. Robert

My next commission is when you pay Mainline Printing. You are in the space using it and have not paid.

Please front me Bonnie's time until the closing.

Looks like the staff is tired of transparency.

------ The last request was NEVER answered.

As Mayor, I would change how we treat the voters.

Hey Spencer

You should help a candidate.

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From: Bonnie Williams <bowilliams@topeka.org>
Date: Fri, May 2, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Subject: RE: KORA
To: mcre13@gmail.com <mcre13@gmail.com>
Cc: City Clerk <cclerk@topeka.org>, Mathew Mullen <mwmullen@topeka.org>

Mr. McClure:

Please be advised that after receiving payment for the $25 assessed below, the Clerk has been working on pulling the records maintained in that office and will be provided when complete. For the remaining requests, IT staff has estimated 2 hours will be needed to run searches for responsive correspondence. Once that search is complete, a legal review of the documents produced by the search will be conducted. Without knowing the number of documents the results will produce, it is difficult to estimate how much time will be needed for that legal review. For now, are estimating 3 hours. Staff time for IT and Legal Review is set at $35.00 per hour. To commence this search, please submit prepayment in the amount of $175.00 to the City Clerk's Office. Once IT staff runs the search and provides the results for Legal to review, if needed, we will update the estimated time and cost for Legal Review.

Bonnie Williams

Services and Operations Manager

City of Topeka

Legal Department

215 SE 7^th Street, Room 353

Topeka, KS 66603

(785) 368-3883

NOTICE: This message and any attachments may be confidential and contain legally privileged information. If you are not an employee of the City of Topeka (see K.S.A. 75-6102(d)), we do not waive any legal protection that may apply such as attorney-client or work product privileges. If you have received this email in error, please immediately notify the sender and delete the message and any attachments. Further, this communication is not intended to constitute, nor should it be relied upon, as legal advice to you.

From: Bonnie Williams
Sent: Friday, April 25, 2025 4:17 PM
To: mcre13@gmail.com
Cc: City Clerk <cclerk@Topeka.org>; Mathew Mullen <mwmullen@topeka.org>
Subject: FW: KORA

Mr. McClure:

This email is in response to your records request below. Topeka Municipal Code § 2.10.030 through § 2.10.130 establishes procedures and costs for open records requests. (See the fee schedule here.)

The Clerk's Office estimates one hour is needed to gather and produce the requested agreements, contracts, resolutions and meeting minutes. This will be assessed at the $25.00 per hour rate.

Please be advised that we cannot search for "other LLCs." If you'd like to provide us names of other LLCs, we will include those in our search.

In order to complete a thorough search for correspondence or other documents, we will need to coordinate with other department staff so we can provide a time and cost estimate for this portion of the request. We will follow up with that estimate no later than May 2.

If you would like the Clerk's Office to commence gathering the documents listed above, please submit payment of $25.00 to the City of Topeka. Payments can be mailed to my attention at the address below or made in person or by phone through the City Clerk's Office (785-368-3941).

Bonnie Williams

Services and Operations Manager

City of Topeka

Legal Department

215 SE 7^th Street, Room 353

Topeka, KS 66603

(785) 368-3883

From: Keya Downing <kdowning@Topeka.org>
Sent: Thursday, April 24, 2025 3:57 PM

From: Henry McClure <mcre13@gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, April 24, 2025 2:19 PM
To: City Clerk <cclerk@topeka.org>
Subject: KORA

Notice: -----This message was sent by an external sender-----

City Clerk's Office

City of Topeka
215 SE 7th Street, Room 166
Topeka, KS 66603
Email: cityclerk@topeka.org

Subject: Kansas Open Records Act (KORA) Request

Dear City Clerk,

Pursuant to the Kansas Open Records Act (K.S.A. 45-215 et seq.), I am requesting access to and copies of public records maintained by the City of Topeka. Specifically, I seek the following documents:

Any and all agreements, contracts, or memoranda of understanding between the City of Topeka, Jim Klausman (or his affiliated companies, including but not limited to Klaton Real Estateand other LLC's), and CoreFirst Bank & Trust concerning the Lauren's Bay subdivision, particularly those addressing tax responsibilities, special assessments, or property tax exemptions for lots in the subdivision.

Any resolutions, meeting minutes, or correspondence from 2015 to the present related to negotiations or agreements with Jim Klausman or Klaton Real Estate regarding back taxes, special assessments, or tax incentives (e.g., Community Improvement District or Reinvestment Housing Incentive District) for the Lauren's Bay subdivision.

Any documents referencing a deal or arrangement that releases or modifies Jim Klausman's (or his companies') obligation to pay property taxes or special assessments for properties in the Lauren's Bay subdivision.

Please include records in any format, including written, electronic, or photographic, made, maintained, or kept by the City of Topeka. If any records are exempt from disclosure, please provide a written explanation citing the specific legal basis for the exemption, as required by K.S.A. 45-218.

I request that the records be provided in electronic format (e.g., PDF) via email to [Your Email Address] if possible. If electronic delivery is not feasible, please mail the records to the address listed above. I understand that fees may apply per TMC 2.20.130 (e.g., $0.25 per page for black-and-white copies) and agree to pay reasonable costs for copying and staff time, not exceeding actual costs. Please provide an estimate of any fees before processing the request.

If you require proof of identity or additional clarification, please contact me at [Your Phone Number] or [Your Email Address]. I expect a response within three business days, as mandated by K.S.A. 45-218, either providing the records, explaining any delay, or detailing any exemptions.

Thank you for your assistance in fulfilling this request.

Sincerely,

Henry McClure

Time kills deals

785-383-9994

www.henrymcclure.live

Henry McClure

Time kills deals

785-383-9994

www.henrymcclure.live

Henry McClure

Time kills deals

785-383-9994

www.henrymcclure.live

Thursday, May 1, 2025

Fwd: Invitation: Historic Old Town Neighborhood Plan Kick-Off Event

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From: Historic Old Town NIA President <informhistoricoldtownnia@gmail.com>
Date: Sun, Apr 20, 2025 at 2:20 AM
Subject: Invitation: Historic Old Town Neighborhood Plan Kick-Off Event
To:

Hello from Historic Old Town Neighborhood:

Congratulations on your willingness and bravery to run for office in Topeka!

We know how difficult that step can be! We also know that education of candidates and electeds on the various issues within the city can increase their impact in the office they are seeking or currently hold.

There are two versions of this ask/invitation and we invite you to read the one that you have the time to digest.

Short-Version Ask:

Historic Old Town Neighborhood extends an invitation to candidates running for City Council, Mayor, and Topeka Public Schools Board of Education -- and current officials -- to attend our DREAMS 1 neighborhood plan event on Thursday, May 1st at Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library, Marvin Auditorium Room 101 C from 6:00-7:30 PM.

We hope to illustrate how Historic Old Town's challenges, and neighborhoods like it, and efforts towards ameliorating them can be a net benefit to Topeka and Shawnee County at large.

To learn more about our DREAMS 1 designation or how to attend our event please go to our DREAMS 1 landing page at:

https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/79e91b2a5ab14bf4b07a52b3b7c5030a

**You are free to take photos of attending our event, we only ask that you refrain from open electioneering efforts.**

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Long Form Version:

As part of the leadership team of Historic Old Town Neighborhood, we would like to extend an invitation in hopes that you will attend the opening event to our neighborhood's DREAMS 1 2025-2027 designation.

If you are not familiar with the City of Topeka's DREAMS initiative, in short, it is a critical opportunity for significant financial investment into neighborhoods that are low-to-moderate income. Additional factors that qualify neighborhoods to apply for DREAMS 1 specifically include low homeownership, increased numbers in blight, and crime.

In short, it has both blessings and drawbacks.

Why You Are Invited:

As individuals seeking or currently office, we feel it is valuable for you to bear witness to:

How a healthy Historic Old Town is beneficial to a healthy Topeka/Shawnee County
How disinvestment and reliance on free market harms low-to-moderate income neighborhoods
How neighbors work together to draw in resources
What neighbors living at or just above federal poverty guidelines value in their choice of neighborhoods (when they have that option)
How social determinants of health and dynamics within households affect seemingly unrelated items such as infrastructure and urban renewal and sprawl

ShaMecha King Simms

President

2023 Chair

Henry McClure

Time kills deals

785-383-9994

www.henrymcclure.live

Wednesday, April 30, 2025

Kansas Now - EP 040 - Ideas on Light Experiment for Micro-Farm

Fwd: Architect One Newsletter - April 2025

Henry McClure
785.383.9994
sent from mobile 📱
time kills deals

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From: Scott Gales <seg@ao.design>
Date: Wed, Apr 30, 2025, 10:29 AM
Subject: Architect One Newsletter - April 2025
To: <mcre13@gmail.com>

In this month's update: Liberal High School's library renovation nears completion, our partnership with Trident Homes, a wrap-up of the Veterans Community Project event, and some parting thoughts from Scott Gales, Architect & CEO.

Liberal High School Library Project Update
USD 480

Modern Learning in Motion: Library Transformation Nears Finish Line!

The newly remodeled library—designed by our team at Architect One—is entering its final chapter, with furniture moving back in and the space nearly ready to welcome students and faculty once again!

This transformation reimagines the traditional library into a vibrant, modern learning hub tailored to today's educational needs. We've created a flexible, functional environment that supports both quiet study and dynamic collaboration. The open layout invites movement and interaction, with adaptable seating that encourages group work and innovation, while thoughtfully designed quiet zones provide peaceful nooks for focused learning.

As the finishing touches come together, the revitalized space is set to become a cornerstone of the campus—fostering curiosity, connection, and creativity for years to come!

Learn More

Trident Homes
A Landmark of Efficiency and Innovation

Trident Homes is leading the charge in the Midwest, bringing affordable, sustainable, and efficient homes to life through 3D printing technology — and Architect One, Inc is proud to be part of their journey.

In collaboration with Trident Homes, Helia, and MudBots 3D Concrete Printer, we've designed and developed the construction documents that will help bring these innovative homes to reality. It's not just about building differently — it's about building better.

Why 3D Printed Homes Are a Game-Changer:

Cost-effective with faster build times
Less material waste
Reduced labor requirements
Built to withstand harsh weather
Energy efficient
Sustainable with low maintenance needs

Designing for this level of innovative construction has been both exciting and rewarding. There's something striking about how the printer lays concrete layer by layer — giving form, texture, and a more human scale to the structure. It's functional and expressive at the same time!

Supporting Veterans: Architect One
Leads Local Fundraising Efforts

Architect One, Inc would like to thank Veterans Community Project for their collaboration to support Veterans in the KC metro. Through this event AO helped raise awareness and funding through our online donations and cash gifts.

About Veterans Community Project:

Their mission to provide high quality and well-developed strategic services to enable Veterans to meet the challenges of day-to-day living, resolve immediate crises, and move towards permanent stability are a cause we strongly support.

Thank you to our attendees, donors, and volunteers who worked so hard to make our Veterans Project fundraiser a success!

Scott E. Gales
AIA, NCARB, LEED AP

Designing for Every Layer of Human Need
Why Great Architecture Starts with the Basics and Builds Toward Inspiration

At Architect One, we believe the best buildings don't just meet code—they meet people where they are. Much like the psychologist Abraham Maslow's famous Hierarchy of Needs, every successful design responds to a spectrum of human priorities—from the most fundamental to the most aspirational.

Take the high school library—a space that's far more than just shelves and Wi-Fi. When we design (or redesign) a learning environment like this, we're not just creating a building—we're helping our clients solve problems across multiple layers of human need:

Safety and Comfort: The Foundation of Trust

Before students can learn, create, or collaborate, they must first feel secure. In every library design, our priority is establishing a physical environment that communicates safety and comfort—often in ways that are subtle but deeply impactful.

From ensuring ADA-compliant paths and inclusive restroom access to integrating secure entry points and clear lines of sight for staff supervision, these foundational elements reduce anxiety and increase focus. Layer in acoustic control and consistent daylighting, and the result is a space that welcomes students without overwhelming their senses.

In one remodel with a school district client, we solved a security and visibility challenge by relocating the main entry for better visibility from the administration office and added large, low-e windows that invite daylight while filtering glare and heat. Students no longer rush in and out—they linger, settle in, and feel at ease.

Functionality and Access: Removing Barriers to Learning

Once a space feels safe, it must also function seamlessly for a wide variety of users. Today's school libraries are more than book repositories—they're dynamic learning hubs that must flex between quiet study, small group work, digital collaboration, and instructional use. Our design teams work closely with school leadership and media specialists to understand how students move, learn, and engage. This often leads to zone-based layouts with intentional adjacencies—tech bars near group tables, sound-buffered corners for quiet reading, and teacher-led instruction spaces that can double as club or event areas.

In solving a functionality and access challenge for a recent school client, we included movable walls and modular furniture, allowing students to reshape their environment in real-time. When applying this to a library, Librarians can reconfigure the space daily, depending on lesson plans, traffic, or student needs—a far cry from the fixed, furniture-heavy libraries of decades past.

Connection and Belonging: Designing for Community

Adolescence is a time of identity-building, and physical space plays a surprisingly large role in helping students feel like they belong. We design school libraries to foster both formal collaboration and informal connection, with flexible lounge seating, writable walls, and cozy nooks that invite personalization.

We also look at how the library connects to the broader school ecosystem. Is it near the cafeteria to encourage lunchtime visits? Does it host community events, student art, or parent nights? These spaces become more than academic—they become cultural. In a recent community college project, we created a shared commons space adjacent to the classrooms and labs, with café-style tables and integrated charging stations. It's now one of the most-used areas on campus—not just for students, but for student activity groups, and community engagement and visitor events also.

Empowerment and Growth: Inspiring Confidence

When a space is thoughtfully designed, it does more than support learning—it empowers it. We aim to design school libraries that signal to students: You matter. You belong here. You are capable.

This can be achieved through intuitive design cues—clear signage that reduces confusion, accessible shelving and technology, and visual connections to outdoor views that subconsciously reduce stress. Color schemes, ceiling height changes, and lighting all work together to create spaces that feel not just functional, but aspirational.

As part of one recent design challenge, we incorporated tiered counter and seating options near the windows, where students can sit, spread out their work, or gather with friends. The feedback from students? "It makes us feel like college students—like we're getting ready for what's next." That's exactly the kind of confidence we aim to build through design.

Vision and Purpose: A Space for Discovery

At its peak, design doesn't just support tasks—it invites transformation. We strive to create libraries that act as launchpads for exploration, storytelling, and innovation. These are places where students can ask bold questions, express themselves creatively, and pursue their passions.

To support this, we often design specialized zones within the library: maker spaces, media production labs, storytelling corners, and gallery walls. These elements elevate the library from a place of information access to a space of personal growth and community impact. In one forward-thinking district, we integrated a digital storytelling studio—equipped with green screens, soundproof booths, and podcasting tools—right next to the main stacks. The result? Students are no longer just reading stories—they're writing and broadcasting their own.

Architecture goes beyond structures—it's about the people who inhabit them. Our designs address every aspect of human need, from safety to self-expression. In doing so, we don't just shape spaces; we create opportunities

Scott E. Gales
AIA, NCARB, LEED AP