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From: Valley Park <valleyparkniatopeka@gmail.com>
Date: Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 12:35 PM
Subject: Citizen Advisory Council (CAC)
To: <mcre13@gmail.com>

Hi Henry, 

Please consider using your talents to assist the CAC membership when it comes to addressing housing and economic development. There is value in having an experienced person, like yourself, providing neighborhood leaders with suggestions on how to move forward with promoting their neighborhoods, addressing affordable housing, and improving economic development. CAC membership votes on programs that use Community Development Block Grants. The membership needs people who can work toward changing the current outcomes of such programs. There needs to be improved measures for each housing program as well as the scoring rubric of the DREAMS projects. What are your thoughts to help change the status quo?

Mayor Padilla never filled all three at-large positions to be appointed by the mayor despite requests to do so. See Topeka Municipal Code 2.25.040 for more details. One at-large member must come from a low to moderate income (LMI) area not represented by a certified Neighborhood Improvement Association. Two at-large members must come from disciplines such as construction trades, architecture, appraising, real estate sales, public finance, mortgage lending, legal, real estate development, residential property management, commercial banking, construction material suppliers, fundraising, neighborhood planning, zoning, engineering, health or education.

There is a NIA representative position on the Land Bank Board of Trustees and the current person, ShaMecha King Simms, is stepping down at the end of 2025. Today, I sent out a soliciting email to the CAC membership and NIA President and Vice Presidents in an attempt to fill the position prior to 2026.

Sandra Batts is the representative on the Topeka Housing Authority Review Committee.

Susan W. McClacherty

2024-2025 Citizen Advisory Council Chair

We're in the primaries

Scott Schwab is a Republican candidate for Kansas governor, officially announcing his campaign in January 2025. He is currently the Kansas Secretary of State, a position he has held since 2018. His platform focuses on reducing property taxes, restricting land ownership by foreign entities like China, and limiting the size of the state government. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6]  

Background and career 

• Current role: Kansas Secretary of State (2018-present). 

• Prior experience: Served seven terms in the Kansas House of Representatives, where he held leadership positions such as Chairman of the House Elections Committee. 

• Education: Graduated from Fort Hays State University. 

• Early career: Worked for a medical equipment company before entering politics. [1, 3, 5]  

Campaign focus 

• Taxation: Advocates for reducing residential property taxes. 

• Land ownership: Proposes to ban China from acquiring land in Kansas, particularly near military bases. 

• Government size: Aims to reduce the size of the state government. 

• Conservative values: Claims a proven conservative record and a commitment to "return to the values and principles" that he says have always supported Kansas. [2, 4, 6]  

Other information 

• Health: Announced in March 2025 that he was being treated for early-stage lung cancer but stated that surgery was successful. 

• Election integrity: As Secretary of State, he has emphasized election security, cyber-security, and has pushed back against claims of widespread voter fraud. [1, 5, 7]  

AI responses may include mistakes.

[1] https://kansasreflector.com/2025/06/02/kansas-governor-candidate-scott-schwab-certain-voting-secure-eager-to-cut-property-taxes/

[2] https://kansasreflector.com/2025/01/08/scott-schwab-runs-for-kansas-governor-after-two-terms-as-states-top-election-official/

[3] https://kansasreflector.com/tag/secretary-of-state-scott-schwab/

[4] https://kansasreflector.com/briefs/scott-schwab-aims-gop-gubernatorial-campaign-at-property-tax-reform/

[5] https://www.sos.ks.gov/about/schwab-biography.html

[6] https://x.com/ScottSchwabKS

[7] https://kansasreflector.com/2025/07/31/secretary-of-state-scott-schwab-welcomes-federal-assist-with-cleansing-voter-list/

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55

The average cost for housing in a 55+ community varies widely by location and amenities, with most retirees spending a total of $1,500 to over $4,000 per month for independent living options. [1, 2]  

This cost can be broken down in two main ways: 

Monthly Rental/Fee-Based Communities • Seniors-only apartments typically have a median cost of around $1,475 per month. 

• Independent living communities, which usually include amenities and services like meals, housekeeping, transportation, and activities, have a national median cost of approximately $3,145 per month in 2025, but prices can range from less than $2,000 to over $5,000 depending on the state. [3, 4, 5]  

Home Purchase • For those purchasing a home in a 55+ community, the cost is similar to buying a home in any other market, with the average monthly mortgage payment in the U.S. being around $2,207 in 2025. 

• Purchasing usually involves additional Homeowner's Association (HOA) fees that cover community maintenance and amenities. 

• Some communities, particularly Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs), also require a significant entrance fee, which can range from $50,000 to over $500,000, in addition to monthly fees. [5]  

Key Factors Affecting Price • Location: High cost-of-living areas like California or New York are more expensive, while the Midwest or Southern states like Mississippi or Florida often offer more affordable options. 

• Amenities: Features such as a golf course, swimming pool, fitness center, and included meal plans can increase the price. 

• Services: The level of care provided (e.g., independent living vs. assisted living or skilled nursing) is a major cost determinant. [6, 7, 8, 9, 10]  

AI responses may include mistakes.

[1] https://www.55places.com/blog/cost-living-retirement-community-what-need-know

[2] https://www.55places.com/blog/cost-living-retirement-community-what-need-know

[3] https://www.aplaceformom.com/caregiver-resources/articles/independent-senior-living-costs

[4] https://www.seniorliving.org/independent-living/costs/

[5] https://www.aplaceformom.com/caregiver-resources/articles/retirement-community-costs

[6] https://www.whereyoulivematters.org/resources/what-does-it-cost/

[7] https://smartasset.com/retirement/cost-of-retirement-communities

[8] https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/cost-boomers-retire-55-communities

[9] https://bucknerparkwayplace.org/news-blog/what-is-the-average-cost-of-a-retirement-community/

[10] https://www.retirenet.com/article/where-are-the-most-affordable-55-communities-/

Henry McClure  
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Topeka Development Corporation Board Meeting November 5, 2025