The Board is a strong component of the department, and consists of prominent civic leaders who represent diverse capacities throughout the community. Board members are dedicated to furthering the quality of the Kansas City region and enhancing the visibility of the department in its academic pursuits and community participation.
Board Members
WILLIAM L. BRUNING JD, MBA
Attorney
SCOTT FRANCIS, MFA
Francor LLC
Permanent Board Member
Francis Family Foundation
SHANNON JAAX, AICP
Director, Repurposing Initiative
Kansas City Public Schools
STEVE KARBANK
Karbank Real Estate Company
KATHY KELLY, AUPD Advisory Board Chairperson
Interior Designer
Founder FOLKUS
ANTHONY LUCA
Designer
KEM Studio
DAVID F. OLIVER, JD
Attorney at Law
Partner
Berkowitz Oliver LLP
RICHARD SANCHEZ
Planner
City of Leawood, Kansas
THEODORE H. SELIGSON, FAIA
Architect / Designer
DAVID SOSLAND
Owner
Sosland Photography
DAVID A. WARM, MPA
Executive Director
Mid-America Regional Council
JEFFREY WILLIAMS, AICP
Director of City Planning & Development
City of Kansas City, Missouri