Convention Management Advisory Authority
TL;DR
The Convention Management Advisory Authority met to discuss various updates on city facilities and development projects, including budget status, construction progress, and potential improvements to the Convention Center and surrounding areas. Key presenters included representatives from city departments, venue managers, and external consultants who provided insights into current projects and future plans.
Key Decisions
- Budget Review Discussed
- Convention Center Workshop Recommendations Reviewed
- Barney Allis Plaza/Garage Project Under Evaluation
- Closed Session Topics
- Future Facility Improvements Ongoing Discussion
Agenda
- The Convention Management Advisory Authority (CMAA) Meeting will be held this Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 10:00am in the Little Theatre at the Convention Center. Kathleen Keens is the contact for the meeting and can be reached at 816/513-5051. Items on the agenda are as follows: I. CALL TO ORDER II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES / April 10, 2025 III. DIRECTOR’S REPORT 1. A. Budget Update – Mark Cunningham, Deputy Director 1. 1. B. Construction & Renovation Update – Matt Cunningham, Deputy Director 1. 1. C. Convention Center Sales Update – Princess Pritchard, Sales Account Manager 1. 1. D. Kansas City Convention Center Workshop Summary – Adam Paulitsch, Populous 1. 1. E. Barney Allis Plaza/Garage Update – Peter Sloan, HOK and Erin Buek, Parson + Associates 1. 1. F. Visit KC Update/Sports Commission Update – Kathy Nelson, President/Chief Executive Officer 1. 1. G. T-Mobile Center Update – Jay Cooper, General Manager 1. 1. H. Kauffman Center Update – Patrick Donnelly, Vice President of Theater Operations 1. IV. NEW BUSINESS There may be a general discussion regarding current convention and facility issues. Closed Session Pursuant to Section 610.021 subsection 1 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri to discuss legal matters, litigation, or privileged communications with attorneys; Pursuant to Section 610.021 subsection 2 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri to discuss real estate; Pursuant to Section 610.021 subsections 3 and 13 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri to discuss personnel matters; Pursuant to Section 610.021 subsection 9 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri to discuss employee labor negotiations; Pursuant to Section 610.021 subsection 11 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri to discuss specifications for competitive bidding; Pursuant to Section 610.021 subsection 12 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri to discuss sealed bids or proposals; or Pursuant to Section 610.021 subsection 17 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri to discuss confidential or privileged communications with the auditor V. ADJOURNMENT