Aurora public meetings in 2025

Aurora City Council Meetings

The Aurora City Council will approve routine items on the consent agenda, including minutes from the December 9, 2025 meeting and the December 2025 appropriations. The council will conduct second readings of three ordinances: a plan‑review cost‑recovery ordinance, a lot‑line adjustment for the Terry Deland property, and a rezoning request for 321 E Locust St. New business includes resolutions to extend the school resource officer agreement, commission a compensation study, raise the trash rate for 2026, purchase Axon Enterprise body cameras for the police department, issue a change order for Aurora City Hall restoration, and amend the FY2025 budget.

• Resolution No. 2025-2070 – Trash Rate Increase for 2026
• Resolution No. 2025-2071 – Purchase of Axon Enterprise body cameras for the police department
• Resolution No. 2025-2073 – FY2025 Budget Amendment
• Ordinance No. 2025-3365 – Rezone request for 321 E Locust St.
• Ordinance No. 2025-3364 – Lot line adjustment for Terry Deland property

The Aurora City Council approved a 5.05% trash rate increase for 2026, raising the monthly charge to $15.58. It also adopted the FY2025 budget amendment and extended the school resource officer agreement. The council postponed the compensation study resolution and approved several ordinances and a body‑camera contract.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-3362 Plan Review Cost Recovery (unanimous Aye)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-3364 Lot Line Adjustment DeLand (unanimous Aye)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-3365 Rezone Request 321 E Locust St. (unanimous Aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 2026-2068 School Resource Officer Agreement Extension (unanimous Aye)
• Postponed Resolution No. 2025-2069 Compensation Study indefinitely (unanimous Aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-2070 Trash Rate Increase 2026 (unanimous Aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-2071 Axon Enterprise Body Camera PD (unanimous Aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-2073 FY2025 Budget Amendment (unanimous Aye)

Aurora Park Board

The Aurora Park Board will meet to discuss the assessment of parks and a community survey. The board will also review minutes from the November 20, 2025, meeting.

• Discussion: Assessment Of Parks
• Discussion: Community Survey

The Aurora Park Board discussed assessments of city parks, identifying common issues like painting, mulch levels, and playground equipment safety, and heard specific concerns for each park. The board tabled a community survey discussion until spring or summer 2026. No formal decisions were made on park improvements.

• Approved minutes from November 20, 2025 (3-0, 2 absent)
• Tabled community survey discussion until spring/summer 2026 (3-0, 2 absent)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:32 PM (3-0, 2 absent)

Aurora City Council Meetings

The Aurora City Council meeting on Dec 9, 2025 will conduct second readings of three ordinances, including the FY2026 Budget Ordinance. New business includes oath ceremonies for two new police officers, a discussion on the Doty trash annual rate, and several resolutions on sewer fees, a property use agreement, and a grantmaking program. The council will also hold first readings of ordinances on plan review cost recovery, a lot line adjustment for the Deland property, and a rezone request for 321 E. Locust St.

• Second Reading of Ordinance No. 2025-3363 FY2026 Budget Ordinance
• Second Reading of Ordinance No. 2025-3360 Enacting Chapter 550 Vacant Commercial Building Registration
• Second Reading of Ordinance No. 2025-3361 Empire District Water Company Franchise Agreement
• Resolution No. 2025-2065 Sewer Payment Late Fees Waived
• Resolution No. 2025-2066 Property Use Agreement with Doty Real Estate LLC

The Aurora City Council approved the FY2026 Budget Ordinance (second reading) and a series of ordinances and resolutions, including vacant‑commercial building registration, a water company franchise agreement, plan‑review cost recovery, sewer fee waiver, a property‑use agreement with Doty Real Estate, and a grant‑making program. All motions passed with unanimous affirmative votes except the consent agenda, which passed with one abstention. Two new police officers were sworn in during the session.

• Approved Consent Agenda (4 Aye, 1 Abstain)
• Approved FY2026 Budget Ordinance (second reading) – unanimous (5 Aye)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025‑3360 Vacant Commercial Building Registration – unanimous (5 Aye)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025‑3361 Empire District Water Company Franchise Agreement – unanimous (5 Aye)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025‑3362 Plan Review Cost Recovery (first reading) – unanimous (5 Aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑2065 Sewer Payment Late Fees Waived – unanimous (5 Aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑2066 Property Use Agreement with Doty Real Estate LLC – unanimous (5 Aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑2067 Aurora Area Affiliate Grantmaking Program – unanimous (5 Aye)

Aurora Planning and Zoning Commission

The Aurora Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two land-use requests. The commission will consider a property line adjustment and a zoning request.

• Public hearing for property line adjustment at 219 W St Louis (Deland)
• Public hearing for zoning request by Brad Blankenship

The Aurora Planning and Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the October 7, 2025 meeting. It then approved a property line adjustment request submitted by Terry DeLand, with all members voting aye. Finally, the commission approved a rezoning request to change a parcel from M‑2 to R‑1 for applicant Brad Blankenship, again with unanimous support.

• Approved October 7, 2025 meeting minutes (all members aye)
• Approved property line adjustment request for Terry DeLand (all members aye)
• Approved rezoning of parcel from M‑2 to R‑1 for Brad Blankenship (all members aye)

Aurora City Council Meetings

The Aurora City Council will approve routine consent agenda items, including minutes from prior meetings and the October‑November 2025 appropriations. New business includes a hospital board appointment for Adrianna Coriano, a grant application for the 2026 SWMO District N program, several ordinance readings (replat amendment, vacant commercial building registration, water franchise agreement, and the FY2026 budget), and two special event applications. The council will conduct a closed‑session session for confidential matters.

• Approval of City Council Regular Session Minutes (Oct 28 2025) and Special Session Minutes (Nov 18 2025) on the consent agenda
• Resolution No. 2025‑2063 – Hospital Board Appointment for Adrianna Coriano
• Resolution No. 2025‑2064 – 2026 SWMO District N Grant application
• Ordinance No. 2025‑3359 – Amending Replat of 720 N Elliott Ave (first and second reading)
• Ordinance No. 2025‑3363 – FY2026 Budget Ordinance (first reading)

The Aurora City Council approved the first reading of the FY2026 Budget Ordinance, adopting only the 3% cost‑of‑living adjustment for employees. It also approved a hospital board appointment, a recycling grant, several ordinance readings, a water franchise renewal, a special holiday parade, and postponed a closed session to Dec 9 2025.

• Approved Resolution 2025-2063 appointing Adrianna Coriano to Hospital Board (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-2064 for 2026 SWMO District N recycling grant (4-0)
• Approved First Reading of Ordinance 2025-3359 amending Replat 720 N Elliott Ave (4-0)
• Approved First Reading of Ordinance 2025-3360 enacting Vacant Commercial Building Registration (4-0)
• Approved First Reading of Ordinance 2025-3361 renewing Empire District Water Company franchise (4-0)
• Approved First Reading of Ordinance 2025-3363 FY2026 Budget with 3% COLA increase only (4-0)
• Approved Special Event Application for SxS Christmas 2025 parade (4-0)
• Approved postponement of closed session 1-3-13 to Dec 9 2025 (4-0)

Aurora Park Board

The Aurora Park Board will approve minutes from a previous meeting and discuss upcoming events, including the Monarch Festival and a 'Trees For Wildlife' initiative for 2026.

• Approval of October 16, 2025, meeting minutes
• Discussion of 'Trees For Wildlife' initiative
• Review of Monarch Festival plans
• Planning for 2026 park activities

The Park Board approved the minutes from the October 16, 2025 meeting with all members voting aye. The board then voted to postpone the Monarch Festival until spring 2026, also passing unanimously. Members discussed plans to assess all parks and develop a community survey for the December meeting. The meeting was adjourned with a unanimous vote.

• Approved October 16, 2025 minutes (all members voting aye)
• Postponed Monarch Festival to spring 2026 (all members voting aye)
• Adjourned meeting (all members voting aye)

Aurora City Council Meetings

The Aurora City Council will hold a closed session under RSMo 610.021. The session will address legal actions involving the city, confidential communications with attorneys, and personnel matters such as hiring, firing, disciplining, and employee records. No public votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Legal actions and litigation involving the city
• Confidential communications with city attorneys
• Personnel actions: hiring, firing, disciplining employees
• Discussion of employee performance and personnel records
• Disclosure of officer salaries and lengths of service

The council voted to enter a closed session at 12:33 p.m., then to leave the closed session at 1:25 p.m., and finally to adjourn the meeting at 1:25 p.m. All three motions passed with four ayes and one member absent.

• Moved into closed session passed (4-0-1)
• Moved out of closed session passed (4-0-1)
• Adjourned meeting passed (4-0-1)

Aurora City Council Meetings

The Aurora City Council will hold a first reading of an ordinance to establish a registration process for vacant commercial buildings. The body will also consider a property replat and two special event applications.

• First Reading of Ordinance No. 2025-3360: Vacant Commercial Building Registration
• Second Reading of Ordinance No. 2025-3359: Replat 720 N Elliott Ave
• Special Event Application: Love Your Downtown
• Special Event Application: Chocolate Stroll
• October 2025 Appropriations

The council approved the consent agenda and the second reading of Ordinance No. 2025-3359. It postponed Ordinance No. 2025-3360 on vacant building registration. Both the "Love Your Downtown" and "Chocolate Stroll" special event applications were approved. The meeting moved to closed session, returned, and was adjourned.

• Approved Consent Agenda (5 Ayes)
• Approved Second Reading of Ordinance No. 2025-3359 (5 Ayes)
• Postponed Ordinance No. 2025-3360 Vacant Building Registration (5 Ayes)
• Approved Special Event Application – Love Your Downtown (5 Ayes)
• Approved Special Event Application – Chocolate Stroll (5 Ayes)
• Moved to Closed Session (5 Ayes)
• Moved out of Closed Session (5 Ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (5 Ayes)

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Board will approve the minutes from the April 21, 2025 meeting. It will also conduct a public hearing on a commercial‑zone parking lot variance for the Ackerman Parking Lot, with related documents attached. The hearing will consider the variance application for the properties at 125 E Church and 135 E Church.

• Approve minutes from the April 21, 2025 meeting
• Public hearing on commercial‑zone parking lot variance for Ackerman Parking Lot (properties at 125 E Church and 135 E Church)

The Board approved a variance allowing the parking lot at 125 E Church St and 135 E Church St to remain gravel for up to a year, provided the work is completed by November 1, 2026 and dust is mitigated if complained about. The motion passed with all four present members voting aye; one member was absent. The meeting also approved its minutes, opened and closed the public hearing, and adjourned.

• Approved variance for gravel parking lot (4 ayes, 1 absent)
• Approved minutes from April 21, 2025 meeting (unanimous ayes)
• Opened public hearing on variance request (unanimous ayes)
• Closed public hearing (unanimous ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous ayes)

Aurora Park Board

The Aurora Park Board will meet to review several new business items including city guidelines and park participation. The board will also discuss the Butterfly Festival and a fundraiser at the Recreation Center.

• Butterfly Festival
• Fundraiser at Rec Center
• Park Bulletin Boards
• City Guidelines
• Park Board Participation

The board approved the July 17, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved a chili cook‑off fundraiser to benefit the Rec Center and the Friends of the Aurora Parks Fund. Discussion of the Monarch Festival and the park bulletin‑board sponsorship program were both tabled for future consideration.

• Approved July 17, 2025 minutes (3 Ayes)
• Approved motion to close advertising discussion (3 Ayes)
• Tabled discussion of the Monarch Festival (3 Ayes)
• Approved chili cook‑off fundraiser with raffle tickets (3 Ayes)
• Tabled park bulletin‑board sponsorship discussion (3 Ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:41 PM (3 Ayes)

Aurora City Council Meetings

The Aurora City Council will approve routine items on the consent agenda, including minutes and appropriations. Council members will conduct a second reading of Ordinance No. 2025‑3358 to amend the Sunshine Law. Additional items include a second reading of several ordinances, a discussion on vacant commercial building registration and inspection, and a resolution appointing Sara Brown‑Olson to the hospital board.

• Second Reading of Ordinance No. 2025‑3358 Sunshine Law Amendment
• Second Reading of Ordinance No. 2025‑3355 Animal Microchipping Fees
• Second Reading of Ordinance No. 2025‑3356 Amending Section 210.210
• Discussion – Vacant Commercial Building Registration and Inspection
• Resolution No. 2025‑2062 Hospital Board Appointment – Sara Brown‑Olson

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda and second readings of Ordinances 2025‑3355, 2025‑3356, and 2025‑3357. It also approved the appointment of Sara Brown‑Olson to the hospital board, the Sunshine Law amendment (first and second readings), and the replat of 720 N Elliott Ave. All three special event applications—Access Family Care Fall Festival, Aurora Band Carnival, and Awaken Trick‑or‑Treat—were approved. The council will revisit the vacant commercial building registration ordinance on October 28.

• Approved Consent Agenda (all five members Aye)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2025‑3355 Animal Microchipping Fees (all Aye)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2025‑3356 amending Section 210.210 (all Aye)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2025‑3357 amending Section 210.130 (all Aye)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑2062 appointing Sara Brown‑Olson to Hospital Board (all Aye)
• Approved first and second readings of Ordinance 2025‑3358 Sunshine Law Amendment (all Aye)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2025‑3359 Replat 720 N Elliott Ave (all Aye)
• Approved special event applications for Access Family Care Fall Festival, Aurora Band Carnival, and Awaken Trick‑or‑Treat (all Aye)

Aurora Community Hospital Board

The Aurora Community Hospital Board will meet to re-elect officers for the upcoming year. The session includes a review of financial reports from July, August, and September 2025 and project updates from John Banks.

• Re-election of officers for the upcoming year
• Review of September 2025 financials
• Project updates provided by John Banks
• Approval of July 10, 2025 meeting minutes

The board approved the meeting minutes and accepted the financial report, each with unanimous support. Board members voted to appoint Scott Spooner as President of the board and Sara Brown-Olson as President Pro Tem, both confirmed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned with a unanimous vote.

• Approved meeting minutes (5-0)
• Accepted financials as presented (5-0)
• Appointed Scott Spooner President (5-0)
• Appointed Sara Brown-Olson President Pro Tem (5-0)
• Motion to adjourn passed (5-0)

Aurora City Council Meetings

The Aurora City Council will meet to conduct a strategic planning session. No other specific legislative items or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Strategic Planning Session

The council discussed departmental needs and set strategic priorities for the 2026 budget. They emphasized stormwater management, a parks revitalization plan, and improved community communication as primary goals. The council reaffirmed an incremental project approach that favors smaller‑scale projects first. The meeting adjourned after a unanimous motion to adjourn.

• Agreed on 2026 strategic priorities: stormwater management, parks revitalization, community communication (no vote tally recorded)
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously (5‑0)

Aurora Planning and Zoning Commission

The Aurora Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a replat and lot split. The commission will also consider the approval of minutes from the June 3, 2025, meeting.

• Public hearing for Seth Seitz replat/lot split at 720 N Elliott

The Aurora Planning and Zoning Commission approved the June 3, 2025 minutes. A public hearing on a replat/lot‑split request by Seth Seitz for 720 N Elliott Avenue was opened and closed. The commission voted to recommend the replat/lot‑split to the City Council for approval.

• Approved June 3, 2025 minutes (all present ayes)
• Opened public hearing on replat/lot split (all present ayes)
• Closed public hearing (all present ayes)
• Recommended replat/lot split for 720 N Elliott Avenue to City Council (6 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent)
• Adjourned meeting (all present ayes)

Aurora Municipal Airport Board

The Aurora Municipal Airport Board will meet to consider topics related to airport upkeep. The agenda includes a discussion of asphalt rehabilitation and a discussion of overall airport maintenance. The board will also approve the minutes from the July 14, 2025 meeting.

• Approval of minutes from July 14, 2025 Airport Board meeting
• Discussion of asphalt rehabilitation
• Discussion of airport maintenance

The board voted to approve the minutes from the July 14, 2025 meeting. The board discussed the upcoming 2026 asphalt rehabilitation and airport maintenance projects, but no actions were taken. A motion to adjourn was passed, ending the meeting at 5:49 p.m.

• Approved July 14, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Aurora City Council Meetings

The Aurora City Council will approve the September 2025 appropriations and the minutes from the September 9 meeting as routine consent items. Council members will discuss ADP updates, adopt a Good Neighbor Week proclamation, and hold first readings of three ordinances, including a new animal microchipping fee. Two special event applications – ABT Trunk Or Treat and O'Reilly Customer Appreciation Day – will also be reviewed. Staff reports on city management and economic development will be presented before a closed‑session on legal matters.

• Approval of City Council Regular Session Minutes (Sept. 9, 2025)
• September 2025 appropriations
• First reading of Ordinance No. 2025‑3355 – Animal Microchipping Fees
• First reading of Ordinance No. 2025‑3356 – Amending Section 210.210
• Special Event Application – ABT Trunk Or Treat

The council approved the consent agenda. It then approved the first reading of three ordinances: the animal microchipping fee (Ordinance No. 2025-3355), the amendment to adoption fees (Ordinance No. 2025-3356), and the amendment to impoundment fees (Ordinance No. 2025-3357). Both special‑event applications—ABT Trunk or Treat and O'Reilly Customer Appreciation Day—were approved, and the council moved into and out of closed session before adjourning.

• Approved Consent Agenda (all present voted Aye)
• Approved First Reading of Ordinance No. 2025-3355 Animal Microchipping Fees (all present voted Aye)
• Approved First Reading of Ordinance No. 2025-3356 Amending Section 210.210 (adoption fee) (all present voted Aye)
• Approved First Reading of Ordinance No. 2025-3357 Amending Section 210.130 (impoundment fees) (all present voted Aye)
• Approved Special Event ABT Trunk or Treat (all present voted Aye)
• Approved Special Event O'Reilly Customer Appreciation Day (all present voted Aye)
• Approved motion to enter Closed Session (all present voted Aye)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (all present voted Aye)

Aurora City Council Meetings

The Aurora City Council will consider several routine items, including approval of the August 26, 2025 meeting minutes and the August‑September 2025 appropriations. Council members will vote on Resolution No. 2025‑2060 establishing a municipal alcohol policy for the Aurora Recreation Center. The meeting also includes oath‑of‑office ceremonies for new firefighter Drake Mire and Captain Harley Stice, and reviews of special event applications for Spooktacular, Duane's 23rd Birthday Party, and a Fish and Chips Dinner.

• Approval of City Council Regular Session Minutes – August 26, 2025 (Consent Agenda)
• August‑September 2025 Appropriations (Consent Agenda)
• Resolution No. 2025‑2060 Municipal Alcohol Policy for Aurora Recreation Center (Old Business)
• Oath of Office and Pinning of New Firefighter Drake Mire (New Business)
• Oath of Office and Pinning of Captain Harley Stice (New Business)

The council approved the consent agenda and adopted Resolution 2025‑2060 establishing a municipal alcohol policy for the Aurora Recreation Center. Three special events – the Spooktacular, Duane’s 23rd Birthday Party, and a Fish and Chips fundraiser – were also approved. The meeting entered and exited a closed session before adjourning.

• Approved consent agenda (Mayor Kennedy, Chairman Pro Tem Lewis, Councilman Blades Aye; Councilwoman Pettit abstain; Councilwoman Oplinger absent)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑2060 Municipal Alcohol Policy for Aurora Recreation Center (Mayor Kennedy, Chairman Pro Tem Lewis, Councilwoman Pettit, Councilman Blades Aye; Councilwoman Oplinger absent)
• Approved Special Event – Spooktacular (Mayor Kennedy, Chairman Pro Tem Lewis, Councilwoman Pettit, Councilman Blades Aye; Councilwoman Oplinger absent)
• Approved Special Event – Duane’s 23rd Birthday Party (Mayor Kennedy, Chairman Pro Tem Lewis, Councilwoman Pettit, Councilman Blades Aye; Councilwoman Oplinger absent)
• Approved Special Event – Fish and Chips Dinner (Mayor Kennedy, Chairman Pro Tem Lewis, Councilwoman Pettit, Councilman Blades Aye; Councilwoman Oplinger absent)
• Entered closed session (Mayor Kennedy, Chairman Pro Tem Lewis, Councilwoman Pettit, Councilman Blades Aye; Councilwoman Oplinger absent)
• Exited closed session (Mayor Kennedy, Chairman Pro Tem Lewis, Councilwoman Pettit, Councilman Blades Aye; Councilwoman Oplinger absent)
• Adjourned meeting (Mayor Kennedy, Chairman Pro Tem Lewis, Councilwoman Pettit, Councilman Blades Aye; Councilwoman Oplinger absent)

Aurora City Council Meetings

The Aurora City Council will meet to conduct routine business, hear staff reports, and take final votes on two ordinances: a 2025 property tax levy and financing for the City Hall exterior restoration project. The meeting also includes a public swearing-in for a new police officer and consideration of policies for alcohol use at the recreation center.

• Second reading and vote on Ordinance No. 2025-3352 (Financial Disclosure)
• Second reading and vote on Ordinance No. 2025-3353 (2025 property tax levy)
• First and second readings of Ordinance No. 2025-3354 (Aurora City Hall restoration financing)
• Resolution No. 2025-2057 approving exterior restoration bids for Aurora City Hall (2 W. Pleasant St.)
• Resolution No. 2025-2060 setting municipal alcohol policy for Aurora Recreation Center

The council approved the consent agenda and the Financial Disclosure ordinance. It passed Ordinance No. 2025‑3353, establishing the 2025 tax levy, after first and second readings. The Little League agreement was approved with an amendment requiring the city to pay utilities, while the municipal alcohol policy was tabled for later discussion. The council also approved the Community Christmas special event and swore in a new police officer.

• Approved Consent Agenda (Mayor Kennedy Aye, Oplinger Aye, Pettit Abstain, Blades Aye)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025‑3352 Financial Disclosure (Mayor Kennedy Aye, Oplinger Aye, Pettit Aye, Blades Aye)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025‑3353 Tax Levy (first and second readings passed; all present members Aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025‑2061 Little League Agreement with amendment for city to pay utilities (Mayor Kennedy Aye, Oplinger Aye, Pettit Aye, Blades Aye)
• Tabled Resolution No. 2025‑2060 Municipal Alcohol Policy for Aurora Recreation Center (Mayor Kennedy Aye, Oplinger Aye, Pettit Aye, Blades Aye)
• Approved Special Event Application – Community Christmas (Mayor Kennedy Aye, Oplinger Aye, Pettit Aye, Blades Aye)
• Swore in new police officer Stephen Nelson

Aurora City Council Meetings

The Aurora City Council will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes, discuss utility services with Liberty Utilities, and swear in a new police officer. The council will also review a Verizon tolling agreement and hear first readings of ordinances and special event applications.

• Oath of Office and pinning of new police officer Stephen Nelson
• Discussion with Liberty Utilities
• Resolution No. 2025-2059 Verizon Tolling Agreement
• First Reading of Ordinance No. 2025-3352 Financial Disclosure
• Special Event Applications: 41st Annual Aurora Auto Fest, Aurora Christmas Parade, Sheltering Hope For Aurora

The Aurora City Council approved its consent agenda and extended the Verizon Tolling Agreement for six months. It also approved the first reading of the 2025-3352 Financial Disclosure ordinance. Three special event applications—the 41st Annual Aurora Auto Fest, the Aurora Christmas Parade, and Sheltering Hope for Aurora—were approved, with the fee waiver for Sheltering Hope denied. The oath of office and pinning for the new police officer was postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved Consent Agenda (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-2059 Verizon Tolling Agreement extension (5-0)
• Approved First Reading of Ordinance No. 2025-3352 Financial Disclosure (5-0)
• Approved Special Event Application – 41st Annual Aurora Auto Fest (5-0)
• Approved Special Event Application – Aurora Christmas Parade (5-0)
• Approved Special Event Application – Sheltering Hope for Aurora without fee waiver (5-0)
• Postponed Oath of Office and Pinning of New Police Officer to next council meeting

Aurora City Council Meetings

Members of the Aurora City Council may attend the Liberty Town Hall Meeting on July 24, 2025. The notice states that no official business will be conducted and no actions will be taken by the Council at this event.

Aurora City Council Meetings

The Aurora City Council will review a quit claim deed transfer and real estate contract for 121 W Pleasant. The body will also consider special event applications for a downtown art walk and a TBI awareness night.

• Resolution No. 2025-2058: Quit Claim Deed Transfer to Buckman Homes LLC
• Real estate contract for 121 W Pleasant
• Special Event Application: Art Walk Downtown
• Special Event Application: Lukes Fight - TBI Awareness Night
• July 2025 Appropriations

The council approved Resolution No. 2025-2058 to transfer the 121 West Pleasant Street property to Buckman Homes LLC. It also approved the Art Walk Downtown special event for August 1 and the Luke's Fight TBI Awareness event for August 23, with an insurance requirement. The consent agenda was adopted and the meeting was adjourned at 6:16 p.m.

• Approved Resolution 2025-2058 Quit Claim Deed Transfer to Buckman Homes LLC (Mayor Kennedy, Oplinger, Pettit aye; Lewis, Blades absent)
• Approved Special Event Application – Art Walk Downtown (Mayor Kennedy, Oplinger, Pettit aye; Lewis, Blades absent)
• Approved Special Event Application – Luke's Fight TBI Awareness with insurance stipulation (Mayor Kennedy, Oplinger, Pettit aye; Lewis, Blades absent)
• Approved Consent Agenda (Mayor Kennedy, Oplinger, Pettit aye; Lewis, Blades absent)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:16 p.m. (Mayor Kennedy, Oplinger, Pettit aye; Lewis, Blades absent)

Aurora Park Board

The Aurora Park Board will meet to elect its President and Vice President. The board will also receive updates on local events and sponsorships.

• Election of President
• Election of Vice President
• Update on Touch-A-Truck
• Update on Monarch Festival
• Update on park bulletin board sponsorships

The Board approved the June 17 minutes and elected Tracey Houchin as President and Nikki Kennedy as Vice President, each by unanimous vote. The Board postponed discussion of the Monarch Festival and winter fundraising ideas until the August meeting, also unanimously. Mayor Tony Kennedy reported that the City Council approved changing the Park Board composition from six members to five, establishing a quorum of three. The meeting was adjourned at 6:36 PM.

• Approved June 17 minutes (5 ayes)
• Elected Tracey Houchin as Park Board President (5 ayes)
• Elected Nikki Kennedy to continue as Vice President (5 ayes)
• Postponed Monarch Festival discussion to August (5 ayes)
• Postponed winter fundraiser discussion to August (5 ayes)
• Council approved reducing Park Board size to 5 members (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:36 PM (5 ayes)

Aurora City Council Meetings

The City Council will discuss employee insurance renewal with Heather DeHart. The meeting includes a strategic planning session covering ten city departments.

• Employee insurance renewal discussions with Heather DeHart
• Strategic planning for Administration, Cemetery, and Community Development
• Strategic planning for Finance, Fire, and Parks
• Strategic planning for Police, Recreation, and Public Works
• Strategic planning for Wastewater

The council discussed the renewal of employee health and dental insurance with UnitedHealthcare and expressed a preference to remain with the current provider, but no formal vote was taken. Departments presented concerns and priorities during a strategic planning session, and the council will compile a list of items to recommend to the city manager. A motion to adjourn was made by Councilman Blades, seconded by Councilwoman Pettit, and passed with all members voting aye.

• Adjourned meeting at 8:37 p.m. (unanimous aye vote by all five members)

Aurora Municipal Airport Board

The Aurora Municipal Airport Board will meet to approve minutes from the April 3, 2025 meeting. The board will also hold a discussion regarding airport repairs and maintenance.

• Approval of April 3, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of airport repairs and maintenance

The board approved the minutes from the April 3, 2025 meeting with unanimous Aye votes. Chairman Baker called the meeting to order and the board discussed various airport maintenance issues, including septic tank pumping, pavement cracks, lighting, and hangar door repairs. The board then adjourned the meeting at 5:45 p.m. with unanimous Aye votes.

• Approved April 3, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:45 p.m. (5‑0)

Aurora Community Hospital Board

The board will meet to approve minutes from April 10, 2025, and review financial reports and the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) recap. The meeting includes project updates and reports from the hospital administrator, board chairman, and the City of Aurora.

• Approval of April 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Financials and CIP Recap presented by Marilyn Schellen
• Project updates presented by John Banks

The board voted to approve the minutes from the April 10, 2025 meeting and to approve the financial statements as presented. Both motions passed with all members present voting aye. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved April 10, 2025 board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial statements as presented (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting at 4:59 p.m. (unanimous)

Aurora City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold a second reading for an ordinance regarding Park Board amendments. The body is also considering several board appointments and two special event applications.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 2025-3351 for Park Board Amendments Chapter 150
• Appointments to the Airport Board (R Werner, J Holder), Planning and Zoning (D Cox), and BBOA (R Werner, D White)
• Resolution No. 2025-2051 regarding designated court check signers
• Special event application for Harvest Church Outreach
• Special event application for Awaken Church Cornhole Tournament

The Aurora City Council approved the consent agenda and the second reading of Ordinance No. 2025-3351, which amends the Park Board charter. It also approved several resolutions appointing members to the Court Check Signers, Airport Board, and BBOA, and postponed the Planning and Zoning appointment until September. Both special event applications for Harvest Church Outreach (July 26, 2026) and Awaken Church Cornhole Tournament (July 26, 2028) were approved.

• Approved Consent Agenda (Mayor Kennedy, Chairman Pro Tem Lewis, Councilwoman Oplinger, Councilwoman Pettit, Councilman Blades – all Aye)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance No. 2025-3351 Park Board Amendments Chapter 150 (all five members – Aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-2051 Designated Court Check Signers (all five members – Aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-2052 appointing R. Werner to Airport Board (all five members – Aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-2053 appointing J. Holder to Airport Board (all five members – Aye)
• Postponed Resolution No. 2025-2054 Planning and Zoning Appointment – D. Cox until September 2025 (all five members – Aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-2055 BBOA Appointment – R. Werner (all five members – Aye)
• Approved Special Event Application – Harvest Church Outreach (July 26, 2026) (all five members – Aye)

Aurora City Council Meetings

The City Council will discuss utility billing adjustments and a lot split for Blessed Properties LLC. The body is also reviewing financing bids for a mini pumper fire truck and amendments to Park Board regulations.

• Resolution No. 2025-2050: Financing bid for a mini pumper fire truck
• Ordinance No. 2025-3350: Second reading of a lot split for Blessed Properties LLC
• Ordinance No. 2025-3351: First reading of Park Board Amendments to Chapter 150
• Resolution No. 2025-2049: Records disposal
• Special event application for the Mercy Run to Care 5K

The council promoted Pat Jenkins to Deputy Chief of the Police Department and filled the open firefighter position. An employee appreciation BBQ was scheduled for June 26, 2025, and the July Planning & Zoning meeting was cancelled. Additional items included upcoming strategic planning and community events.

• Pat Jenkins promoted to Deputy Chief of Police
• Open firefighter position filled
• Employee Appreciation BBQ scheduled for 6/26/25
• July Planning & Zoning meeting cancelled
• Strategic Planning Session scheduled for 7/15/25
• Court Administrator interviews scheduled for next week
• Building Inspector interviews conducted
• Business License renewals ongoing

Aurora Park Board

The Aurora Park Board is meeting to coordinate upcoming community events and discuss park improvements. The board will review logistics for the Mud Run and Big Rig Night, as well as payment options for events.

• Mud Run logistics at Baldwin Park, including plastic liner and trophies
• Big Rig Night planning, including company invitations and gifts for 100 children
• Proposal for new playgroup equipment at Oak Park and potential fundraising
• Implementation of Venmo and Square payment methods for events
• Discussion of park bulletin boards

The board approved the May 15, 2025 meeting minutes and voted to cancel the 2025 Mud Run. It approved purchase of construction vests for the July 19 Big Rig Night and postponed discussion of event payment methods and Oak Park equipment. The board also launched the Park Bulletin Board sponsorship campaign and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved May 15, 2025 minutes (4 Ayes, 1 absent)
• Cancelled the 2025 Mud Run (4 Ayes, 1 absent)
• Approved purchase of construction vests for Big Rig Night (4 Ayes, 1 absent)
• Postponed discussion of payment methods for events (4 Ayes, 1 absent)
• Postponed further discussion on additional Oak Park equipment (4 Ayes, 1 absent)
• Launched Park Bulletin Board Sponsorship Campaign (4 Ayes, 1 absent)
• Adjourned the meeting (4 Ayes, 1 absent)

Aurora City Council Meetings

The Aurora City Council will discuss several resolutions including police department signing bonuses and a fireworks extension. The body is also reviewing a lot split for Blessed Properties LLC and multiple special event applications.

• Resolution No. 2025-2048: Extension of signing bonus for Police Department
• Ordinance No. 2025-3350: First reading of lot split for Blessed Properties LLC
• Resolution No. 2025-2046: Fireworks extension
• Special event applications for 4th of July Parade, Rocking A Saddle Club Rodeo 2025, and CMN Craft Fair
• May-June 2025 Appropriations

The Aurora City Council approved the Consent Agenda and a resolution extending the fireworks ordinance to include sales. It also approved the continuation of the police department signing bonus, the first reading of a lot‑split ordinance, and two special event applications for a rodeo and the 4th of July parade. All motions passed with the mayor and three council members voting aye; the absent member was Councilman Blades.

• Approved Consent Agenda (Mayor Kennedy Aye, Chairman Pro Tem Lewis Aye, Councilwoman Oplinger Aye, Councilwoman Pettit Aye; Councilman Blades absent)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-2046 Fireworks Extension, amended to allow "for use and sale" (Mayor Kennedy Aye, Chairman Pro Tem Lewis Aye, Councilwoman Oplinger Aye, Councilwoman Pettit Aye; Councilman Blades absent)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-2048 Extension of Police Department Signing Bonus (Mayor Kennedy Aye, Chairman Pro Tem Lewis Aye, Councilwoman Oplinger Aye, Councilwoman Pettit Aye; Councilman Blades absent)
• Approved First Reading of Ordinance No. 2025-3350 Lot Split Blessed Properties LLC (Mayor Kennedy Aye, Chairman Pro Tem Lewis Aye, Councilwoman Oplinger Aye, Councilwoman Pettit Aye; Councilman Blades absent)
• Approved Special Event Application – Rocking A Saddle Club Rodeo 2025 (Mayor Kennedy Aye, Chairman Pro Tem Lewis Aye, Councilwoman Oplinger Aye, Councilwoman Pettit Aye; Councilman Blades absent)
• Approved Special Event Application – 4th of July Parade (Mayor Kennedy Aye, Chairman Pro Tem Lewis Aye, Councilwoman Oplinger Aye, Councilwoman Pettit Aye; Councilman Blades absent)

Aurora City Council Meetings

Members of the Aurora City Council may attend the Liberty Town Hall Meeting on June 10, 2025. This is not a regularly scheduled meeting and no official business actions will be taken.

• Liberty Town Hall Meeting at Aurora Recreation Center

Aurora City Council Meetings

The Aurora City Council meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 10, 2025, has been cancelled. It is rescheduled for Thursday, June 12, 2025, at 6 P.M.

Aurora Planning and Zoning Commission

The Aurora Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to review a request for a minor subdivision. The body will hold a public hearing regarding a lot split for Israel Medlin.

• Public hearing for Israel Medlin lot split at 302 N Adams

The Aurora Planning and Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the May 6, 2025 meeting. A public hearing on a minor subdivision/lot split at 302 N Adams was opened and then closed. The commission voted to recommend approval of the lot split request. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved minutes from May 6, 2025 (5-0)
• Opened public hearing on lot split request (5-0)
• Closed public hearing (5-0)
• Recommended approval of lot split at 302 N Adams (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Aurora City Council Meetings

The Aurora City Council will meet to approve routine minutes, discuss the FY2024 annual audit, and appoint two new members to the Park Board. The Council will also hear a utility billing adjustment request and review staff reports on city operations and economic development.

• Approval of May 13, 2025 City Council minutes
• Resolution No. 2025-2044 appointing Jesse Rathbun to Park Board
• Resolution No. 2025-2045 appointing Melody McKinley to Park Board
• FY 2024 Annual Audit presentation and discussion
• Request for adjustment to utility billing charges

The council approved the Consent Agenda. It approved Park Board appointments for Jesse Rathbun and Melody McKinley. The Aurora R-8 School District board member appointment was postponed to the June 10, 2025 meeting. The utility billing adjustment request and the Children’s Miracle Network craft fair fee waiver application were both tabled for future discussion.

• Approved Consent Agenda (Mayor Kennedy, Chairman Pro Tem Lewis, Councilwoman Oplinger, Councilwoman Pettit, Councilman Blades all Aye)
• Approved Park Board appointment of Jesse Rathbun (all five members Aye)
• Approved Park Board appointment of Melody McKinley (all five members Aye)
• Postponed Aurora R-8 School District board member appointment to June 10, 2025 (all five members Aye)
• Tabled utility billing adjustment request until June 24, 2025 (all five members Aye)
• Postponed CMN Craft Fair fee waiver application to June 10, 2025 (all five members Aye)
• Moved into Closed Session at 7:03 p.m. (all five members Aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:56 p.m. (all five members Aye)

Aurora Park Board

The Park Board will discuss several upcoming events (Mud Run, Touch a Truck, Monarch Festival) and park facilities including Legion Field and the North Town Tot Lot. No specific proposals or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Mud Run event discussion
• Touch a Truck event discussion
• Monarch Festival event discussion
• Legion Field and North Town Tot Lot items
• Board membership requirements and park bulletin boards

Aurora City Council Meetings

The Aurora City Council will vote on several resolutions, including awarding the 2025 asphalt bid to Blevins Asphalt and approving a special request for an accessory building at 301 E. Crescent. The council will also issue proclamations for National Police Week and Head Start Day, appoint a Park Board member, and discuss a Bright Futures Liaison appointment. A closed session is planned for legal and personnel matters.

• Resolution No. 2025-2041: 2025 Asphalt Bid – Blevins Asphalt
• Resolution No. 2025-2043: Special Request for accessory building at 301 E. Crescent – Doyle Brigman (public hearing)
• Resolution No. 2025-2042: Park Board Appointment – Nikki Kennedy
• Special Event Application – Engage Church Picnic
• Closed session under RSMo 610.021(1)(3)(13) for legal and personnel matters

The council approved the consent agenda and then passed four resolutions: the 2025 asphalt bid with Blevins Asphalt, the appointment of Nikki Kennedy to the Park Board, a special request for an accessory building by Doyle Brigman, and the Engage Church Picnic event. The council also entered and later exited a closed‑session period, and adjourned the meeting. All motions passed with unanimous aye votes.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous ayes)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-2041 Asphalt Bid – Blevins Asphalt (unanimous ayes)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-2042 Park Board Appointment – Nikki Kennedy (unanimous ayes)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-2043 Special Request – Doyle Brigman accessory building (unanimous ayes)
• Approved Special Event – Engage Church Picnic (unanimous ayes)
• Entered closed session at 6:47 p.m. (unanimous ayes)
• Exited closed session at 8:46 p.m. (unanimous ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:46 p.m. (unanimous ayes)

Aurora Planning and Zoning Commission

The Aurora Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an accessory building larger than 900 square feet. The commission will also review minutes from the March 4, 2025, meeting.

• Public hearing for accessory building larger than 900 square feet at 301 E Crescent (Doyle Brigman)

The Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on a request to enlarge an accessory building at 301 E Crescent from the code‑allowed 900 square feet to 1,476 square feet. After discussion, the commission voted to recommend approval of the request. The motion passed with all six members present voting aye; one member was absent.

• Recommended approval of accessory building >900 sq ft at 301 E Crescent (6-0, 1 absent)

Aurora City Council Meetings

The Aurora City Council is holding a meeting that consists entirely of a closed session pursuant to state law to discuss legal actions, personnel matters (hiring, firing, disciplining, promoting), and individually identifiable employee records. No items are scheduled for public discussion or vote in open session. The meeting will adjourn following the closed session.

• Closed session under RSMo 610.021(1), (3), (13) for legal and personnel issues

Aurora City Council Meetings

The council will swear in newly elected officials, elect a mayor and chairman pro tem, and appoint council liaisons to various boards. It will consider a memorandum of understanding with the Aurora R-8 School District for a walking trail and fence, and vote on a new fee schedule for the Aurora Recreation Center. Several proclamations and special event applications are also on the agenda. A closed session is scheduled for legal and personnel matters.

• Election of mayor and chairman pro tem following council reorganization
• Resolution No. 2025-2040: Memorandum of Understanding with Aurora R-8 School District for walking trail and fence
• First and second reading of Ordinance No. 2025-3349 setting new fees for Aurora Recreation Center
• Special event applications: Light the Night Fireworks Festival, Mud Run 2025, Touch-a-Truck Night, Hydrant Party #1
• Council liaison appointments to Solid Waste, Planning & Zoning, Airport, Hospital, Park, and Bright Futures boards

The Aurora City Council unanimously approved the Touch‑Truck Night special event application and the Hydrant Party #1 scheduled for June 20, 2025 at City Hall. Both motions passed with all five members voting aye. The council also voted to enter a closed session at 6:30 p.m. and to end it at 7:46 p.m., each motion passing as recorded.

• Approved Touch‑Truck Night special event (5-0)
• Approved Hydrant Party #1 (5-0)
• Entered closed session at 6:30 p.m. (5-0)
• Exited closed session at 7:46 p.m. (2-0)

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Aurora Board of Zoning Adjustment will meet to approve minutes from January 6, 2025, and conduct two public hearings on setback variance requests (Heman). No other business is listed.

• Public hearing on Heman setback variance request (Item 4.I)
• Public hearing on second Heman setback variance request (Item 4.II)
• Approval of minutes from January 6, 2025 meeting

The Aurora Board of Zoning Adjustment unanimously approved a front‑yard setback variance for 903 S Hudson Avenue, reducing the required setback from 25 ft to 15 ft. It also approved both front‑yard (15 ft) and rear‑yard (18 ft) setback variances for 909 S Hudson Avenue. All motions passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approve front‑yard setback variance for 903 S Hudson Ave (15 ft) – vote 5‑0
• Approve front‑yard (15 ft) and rear‑yard (18 ft) variances for 909 S Hudson Ave – vote 5‑0
• Open public hearing at 6:00 pm for 903 S Hudson Ave variance – vote 5‑0
• Close public hearing at 6:14 pm for 903 S Hudson Ave – vote 5‑0
• Open public hearing at 6:16 pm for 909 S Hudson Ave variances – vote 5‑0
• Close public hearing at 6:19 pm for 909 S Hudson Ave – vote 5‑0
• Adjourn meeting at 6:21 pm – vote 5‑0

Aurora Park Board

The Aurora Park Board will finalize the calendar of activities, including free summer swim days and Big Rig Night. Members will also discuss inclusive playground equipment, park bulletin board updates, and a grant application update. The meeting includes updates from the Friends of the Aurora Parks and staff reports.

• Finalize calendar of activities for upcoming season
• Discuss Free Summer Swim Days
• Discuss Big Rig Night event
• Discuss inclusive playground equipment
• Review grant application update

Aurora Community Hospital Board

The board will meet to approve minutes from the January 23, 2025 meeting and review March 2025 financial reports. The agenda also includes project updates and organizational reports from the hospital administrator, board chairman, and the City of Aurora.

• Approval of January 23, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of March 2025 financials
• Project updates from John Banks

The Aurora Community Hospital Board voted to approve the minutes from the January 23, 2025 meeting. They also approved the financial statements presented by Valerie Davis. The meeting was then adjourned at 4:52 p.m.

• Approved Jan 23, 2025 board minutes (all present voting aye)
• Approved financial report as presented (all present voting aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:52 p.m. (all present voting aye)

Aurora City Council Meetings

The Aurora City Council will hold a second reading and potential vote on Ordinance No. 2025-3346 to rezone 102 E College St. It will also administer the oath of office to a new police officer, present a Medal of Valor proclamation, and consider resolutions for a liquor license exception and a battery backup purchase. Two special event applications are up for approval, and the council will enter closed session for legal and personnel matters.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 2025-3346 to rezone 102 E College St
• Oath of office and pinning for new police officer Derrick Henson
• Resolution No. 2025-2031 for a liquor license exception for Michael Parbury
• Resolution No. 2025-2032 for a Vertiv battery backup for a generator at PFF
• Special event applications for MoCCFOA monthly meeting and Catalyst Aurora

The Aurora City Council received reports from the police, fire, street, cemetery, parks, recreation center, storm water, wastewater, airport, finance, and administration departments. No motions, approvals, or denials were recorded during the meeting. The meeting consisted of informational updates and scheduling notices.

Aurora Municipal Airport Board

The Aurora Municipal Airport Board will hold a regular meeting on April 3, 2025. Business includes approval of minutes from October 2024, election of a new chairman and vice chairman, updates on consultant selection and the approved capital improvement plan, and discussion of runway painting and striping. No action items with dollar amounts are listed.

• Election of chairman and vice chairman
• Update on airport consultant selection
• Update on approved capital improvement plan
• Discussion on runway painting and striping

The board approved the minutes from the October 3, 2024 meeting. Dennis Baker was elected Chairman and Jamie Holder was elected Vice Chairman, each motion passing unanimously among present members. The next quarterly meeting was set for July 14, 2025. The board adjourned at 6:03 p.m.

• Approved October 3, 2024 minutes (Holder, Baker, Shalla Aye; Francisco, Werner absent)
• Elected Dennis Baker Chairman (Holder, Baker, Shalla Aye; Francisco, Werner absent)
• Elected Jamie Holder Vice Chairman (Holder, Baker, Shalila Aye; Francisco, Werner absent)
• Scheduled next quarterly meeting for July 14, 2025
• Adjourned meeting at 6:03 p.m. (Baker, Holder, Shalls Aye; Francisco, Werner absent)

Aurora City Council Meetings

The Aurora City Council will hold first reading of a rezone request for 102 E College St, and second readings (likely final votes) on two lot split ordinances. New business includes resolutions adopting a Native and Pollinator Gardens Policy, joining the Mayors for Monarchs program, extending an ABC agreement, appointing Rusty Shalla to the Airport Board, and a liquor license exception for Michael Parbury. The council will also consider special event permits for Community Appreciation Day and a Stompin Out Hunger 5K, followed by a closed session for legal and personnel matters.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 2025-3346 to rezone 102 E College St (Keanu Reed/Project Blueprint)
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 2025-3345 lot split at 722 S Porter Ave (912 Properties LLC)
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 2025-3347 lot split on S Madison (Curt Mooneyham)
• Resolution No. 2025-2022 adopting Native and Pollinator Gardens Policy
• Resolution No. 2025-3031 liquor license exception for Michael Parbury

The minutes contain a letter from the Aurora Chamber of Commerce expressing support for Winston's, a locally owned restaurant slated to open in downtown Aurora. The letter highlights the anticipated positive impact on dining options and community spirit. No council actions, votes, or formal decisions were recorded in this meeting.

Aurora Park Board

The Aurora Park Board will discuss the establishment of native and pollinator gardens, including proposed locations and policy documents. The board will also receive updates on park bulletin boards and grant applications.

• Review of Native and Pollinator Garden Policy, Permit Application, and Maintenance Agreement
• Status update on Park Bulletin Boards
• Update on Grant Application
• Legion Field Clean-Up Day
• Mud Run

The board approved the minutes from the Jan. 16, 2025 meeting. It voted to locate the first native garden in Oak Park (5 × 7 ft) and to recommend the native‑garden policy, permit application, and maintenance agreement to City Council. A clean‑up day for Legion Field was set for Sunday, April 27 at 1:30 PM, and the joint Downtown Project/Park Board Hydrant Party was scheduled for June 20. Several items, such as the Friends of the Aurora Parks update, were tabled for a future meeting.

• Approved Jan. 16, 2025 Park Board minutes (4 Ayes, 2 absent)
• Approved Oak Park native garden (5 × 7 ft) (4 Ayes, 2 absent)
• Approved motion to present native‑garden policy, permit, and maintenance documents to Council (4 Ayes, 2 absent)
• Scheduled Legion Field clean‑up day for Sunday, April 27 at 1:30 PM
• Scheduled Downtown Project/Park Board Hydrant Party for June 20
• Tabled Friends of the Aurora Parks update until a future meeting
• Tabled Grant Application Update until a future meeting

Aurora City Council Meetings

The Aurora City Council will discuss several land-use requests, including a rezone at 102 E College St and a special use permit for Hudson Collision. The body will also review bids for area lighting and an airport engineering consultant.

• Special Use Permit for Hudson Collision at 226 W Church St
• Rezone request for 102 E College St (Ordinance No. 2025-3346)
• Lot split requests for 912 Properties LLC and Curt Mooneyham
• Bids for WW Lighting Area and Airport Engineering Consultant
• Hospital Board appointment of Cynthia Knight

The Aurora City Council approved several resolutions including a hospital board appointment, a wastewater lighting bid, an airport engineering consultant renewal, a special use permit for Hudson Collision, and first readings for lot splits and a rezone. The ABC Agreement Extension was tabled, and the rezone request for 102 E College St was also tabled. All votes were unanimous except where noted.

• Approved Resolution 2025-2025 appointing Cynthia Knight to Hospital Board (unanimous)
• Tabled Resolution 2025-2026 ABC Agreement Extension (Pettit recused)
• Approved Resolution 2025-2027 Waste Water Lighting Area Bid (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-2028 renewing Lochner Engineering as Airport Engineering Consultant (unanimous)
• Approved Special Use Permit for Hudson Collision sign at 226 W Church St (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2025-3345 lot split for 912 Properties LLC at 722 S Porter Ave (unanimous)
• Tabled first reading of Ordinance 2025-3346 rezone at 102 E College St (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2025-3347 lot split for Curt Mooneyham on South Madison (unanimous)

Aurora Planning and Zoning Commission

The Aurora Planning and Zoning Commission will hold four public hearings: a zoning request from Keanu Reed, a minor subdivision/lot split from Amy Foster at 722 S Porter, a replat/lot split from Curt Mooneyham on S Madison, and a special use permit from Hudson Collision. The commission will also approve minutes from the February 4, 2025 meeting.

• Public hearing: zoning request by Keanu Reed (blueprint rezone)
• Public hearing: minor subdivision/lot split by Amy Foster at 722 S Porter
• Public hearing: replat/lot split by Curt Mooneyham on S Madison
• Public hearing: special use permit request by Hudson Collision
• Approval of minutes from February 4, 2025 meeting

The Aurora Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of a rezoning request for 102 E College Street from Single Family Residential to R-3 Multifamily Residential, to allow construction of a 6-unit apartment complex. The commission also recommended approval of two lot splits and a special use permit for a large banner sign. All recommendations will go to the City Council for final action.

• Recommended approval of rezoning 102 E College St to R-3 Multifamily Residential (6-0)
• Recommended approval of lot split at 722 S Porter Ave (6-0)
• Recommended approval of lot split north of 1201 S Madison Ave (6-0)
• Recommended approval of special use permit for Hudson Collision banner sign at 226 W Church St (6-0)

Aurora City Council Meetings

The Aurora City Council will hold second readings on a re-plat for Heman Homes LLC and a new Code of Ordinances, consider personnel policy revisions, and appoint a Board of Zoning Adjustments member. They will also recognize Public Schools Week and review a special event application for the Aurora Band Car Show. A closed session is scheduled for legal and real estate matters.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 2025-3343 re-platting Heman Homes LLC
• First and second readings of Ordinance No. 2025-3344 adopting a new Code of Ordinances
• Resolution No. 2025-2024 revising the Aurora Personnel Policy
• Resolution No. 2025-2021 appointing D. Dillman to the Board of Zoning Adjustments
• Special event application for the Aurora Band Car Show

The Aurora City Council unanimously approved the second reading of Ordinance No. 2025-3343 re-platting Heman Homes LLC, Resolution No. 2025-2021 appointing D. Dillman to the Board of Zoning Adjustments, Resolution No. 2025-2024 revising the personnel policy (time-sensitive changes for the new Recreation Center), and both readings of Ordinance No. 2025-3344 adopting statutory updates. The council also approved a special event application for the Aurora Band Car Show at the airport. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved second reading of Ordinance No. 2025-3343 Re-Plat Heman Homes LLC (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-2021 Board of Zoning Adjustments Appointment D. Dillman (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-2024 Aurora Personnel Policy Revisions (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2025-3344 Adopting Statutory Updates (5-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance No. 2025-3344 Adopting Statutory Updates (5-0)
• Approved Special Event Application for Aurora Band Car Show (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and February 2025 appropriations (5-0)

Aurora City Council Meetings

The Aurora City Council will hold the second reading and possible final adoption of Ordinance No. 2025-3336 regarding animal neglect. New business includes a resolution to increase trash rates, a resolution to purchase a lawn mower for the Parks Department, a resolution to appoint Israel Medlin to the Board of Zoning Adjustments, a resolution to purchase enterprise software, and the first reading of a re-plat for Heman Homes LLC. The council will also consider a special event application for a scholarship car show and hold a closed session under RSMo 610.021.

• Second reading of Animal Neglect Ordinance 2025-3336
• Resolution 2025-2019 proposing trash rate increase
• Resolution 2025-2016 for lawn mower purchase for Parks Department
• Resolution 2025-2020 for enterprise software purchase
• First reading of Ordinance 2025-3343 re-plat for Heman Homes LLC

The Aurora City Council approved the second reading of Ordinance No. 2025-3336 on animal neglect, Resolution No. 2025-2020 for enterprise software and Andrews Technology with a three-year agreement, and Resolution No. 2025-2019 for a trash rate increase from $12 to $12.48 per container. They also approved a lawn mower purchase for the Parks Department, a Board of Zoning Adjustments appointment, a special event application for a scholarship car show, and the first reading of a re-plat for Heman Homes LLC. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-3336 Animal Neglect (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-2020 Enterprise Software Purchase with Andrews Technology (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-2019 Trash Rate Increase to $12.48 per container (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-2016 Lawn Mower Purchase for Parks Department (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2025-2018 Board of Zoning Adjustments Appointment (5-0)
• Approved Special Event Application for Scholarship Car Show (5-0)
• Approved First Reading of Ordinance No. 2025-3343 Re-Plat Heman Homes LLC (5-0)

Aurora Planning and Zoning Commission

The Aurora Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to review and approve minutes from the January 7, 2025 meeting. The commission will also hold a public hearing regarding a minor subdivision and lot split request.

• Public hearing for a minor subdivision/lot split at 227 E Cofield (Brett Heman)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a replat request from Brett Heman with Heman Houses LLC to combine two existing lots and subdivide them into four separate lots. The request met code compliance, and no negative responses were received from property owners notified within 185 feet. The applicant will install a new sewer line at his own expense, and future utility issues will be the property owner's responsibility.

• Approved minutes from January 7, 2025 meeting (all aye; Mayor Lewis and Councilwoman Pettit abstained)
• Approved replat request by Heman Houses LLC for minor subdivision/lot split (6-0, Gold absent)

Aurora City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold second readings for six ordinances regarding yard setbacks in the City Code. The body will also consider resolutions for equipment purchases, contract extensions, and a new ordinance regarding animal neglect.

• Second readings of Ordinances 2025-3337 through 2025-3342 regarding yard setbacks
• Resolution No. 2025-2016 for a Parks Department lawn mower purchase
• Resolution No. 2025-2017 for a contract extension at 121 W Pleasant
• First reading of Ordinance No. 2025-3336 adding an 'Animal Neglect' section to the municipal code
• Resolution No. 2025-2015 regarding Tolling Agreements extensions with Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, and Sprint

The Aurora City Council approved second readings of six ordinances (2025-3337 through 2025-3342) amending various sections of the municipal code, all with unanimous votes. The council also approved a six-month contract extension for the 121 W Pleasant St. rehabilitation project, a tolling agreements extension, and the first reading of an animal neglect ordinance. A $28,000 lawn mower purchase for the Parks Department was tabled until the next meeting after Mayor Lewis requested three bids for the same type of mower.

• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2025-3337 amending Section 400.130 (5-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2025-3338 amending Section 400.150 (5-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2025-3339 amending Section 400.180 (5-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2025-3340 amending Section 400.190 (5-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2025-3341 amending Section 400.200 (5-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2025-3342 amending Section 400.210 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-2015 Tolling Agreements Extension (5-0)
• Tabled Resolution 2025-2016 Lawn Mower Purchase for Parks Department (5-0)

Aurora Community Hospital Board

The board will review 2024 financials and a Capital Improvement Plan recap. Members will also discuss the closing of an account at First Independent Bank.

• Approval of October 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of CY2024 financials and Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) recap
• Closing of account at First Independent Bank
• Project updates from John Banks

The Aurora Community Hospital Board approved the transfer of $24,937.03 from First Independent Bank to the MOSIP account, closing the bank account. The board also approved the minutes from October 10, 2024, and the financials as presented. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports on hospital operations, facilities, and city updates.

• Approved transfer of $24,937.03 from First Independent Bank to MOSIP account (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 10, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved financials as presented (unanimous)

Aurora Park Board

The Aurora Park Board will meet to discuss planning for 2025 and updates regarding the Recreation Center and staff. The board is also scheduled to discuss pollinator gardens and the Friends of the Aurora Parks.

• Pollinator Gardens and Mayors for Monarchs
• Friends of the Aurora Parks
• Planning for 2025
• Rec Center Update
• Staff Updates

The Aurora Park Board approved the November 21, 2024 minutes and discussed plans for 2025, including pollinator gardens, a Friends of the Park account, and event scheduling. No formal votes were taken on new business items; the board reached consensus on event dates and discussed a potential $800 grant for pollinator gardens. The Recreation Center opening was delayed to March due to late furniture delivery.

• Approved November 21, 2024 Park Board minutes (5-0, 1 absent)
• Discussed $800 Missouri Prairie Foundation grant for pollinator gardens (no vote)
• Consensus to repeat 2024 events with expanded scope for 2025 (no formal vote)
• Scheduled Mud Run for June 14, Hydrant Party 1 for June 20, Touch-A-Truck for July 19, Monarch Festival for September 6
• Delayed Recreation Center opening to March due to furniture delivery
• Tabled decision on pollinator garden dedication ceremony at Rec Center
• Discussed creating separate scholarship fund under Friends of the Park account (no decision)
• Adjourned at 7:32 PM (5-0, 1 absent)

Aurora City Council Meetings

The Aurora City Council will hold regular and new business items, including a public hearing and first readings on six ordinances amending yard setbacks, a special use permit for a cat lounge, and several resolutions for equipment purchases and a grant match. Consent agenda includes approval of minutes and appropriations for December 2024-January 2025.

• Purchase of patrol cars (Resolution No. 2025-2012)
• Special use permit for a cat lounge at 103 S Madison Avenue
• First readings of six ordinances (2025-3337 through 2025-3342) amending yard setbacks in City Code
• Resolution No. 2025-2010 for ACIS ARPA Grant Match
• Resolution No. 2025-2011 for cemetery and street department mower purchases

The Aurora City Council approved a special use permit for a cat lounge at 103 S. Madison, along with resolutions for an ARPA grant match, mower purchases, patrol car purchases, and a cemetery truck purchase. The council also approved first readings of six ordinances amending zoning setback requirements. All votes were 4-0 with Councilwoman Pettit absent.

• Approved Resolution 2025-2010 ACIS ARPA Grant Match (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-2011 Cemetery and Street Department Mower Purchases (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-2012 Purchase of Patrol Cars (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-2013 Discounts and Partnerships for Aurora Recreation Center (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-2014 Cemetery Truck Purchase (4-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for Cat Lounge at 103 S. Madison (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2025-3337 amending Section 400.130 (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinances 2025-3338 through 2025-3342 amending zoning sections (4-0 each)

Aurora Community Hospital Board

The January 9, 2025 meeting of the Aurora Community Hospital Board has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will occur. The next scheduled meeting is April 10, 2025.

Aurora Planning and Zoning Commission

The Aurora Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a special use request for 103 S Madison (Warren Special Use Permit) and consider proposed amendments to yard setback requirements. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from November 5, 2024, and public comment.

• Public hearing on special use permit for a Cat Lounge at 103 S Madison
• Proposed amendments to yard setback requirements
• Approval of minutes from November 5, 2024 meeting

The Aurora Planning and Zoning Commission approved a special use permit for a cat lounge at 103 S Madison Avenue, with stipulations including a maximum of 20 cats, compliance with state ACFA guidelines, and annual city inspections. The commission also recommended amended yard setback requirements to the City Council, reducing side yard setbacks from 10 feet to 8 feet and clarifying measurement from the foundation wall.

• Approved special use permit for cat lounge at 103 S Madison Ave with stipulations (5-0, 2 absent)
• Recommended amended yard setbacks to City Council, including 8-foot side yard setback (5-0, 2 absent)
• Approved minutes from November 5, 2024 meeting (6-0, 1 abstention)

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a city code variance application from Guthrie. The board will also consider approval of minutes from the previous meeting on November 25, 2024.

• Public hearing on a city code variance – Guthrie application

The Board of Zoning Adjustment approved a variance allowing Ricky Guthrie to install a propane tank to fuel a generator at 1003 Oak Ridge Drive, despite city code prohibiting such tanks in residential zones. The approval includes stipulations for annual inspection records, conversion to natural gas if it becomes available, and specific setback distances. The decision was unanimous (4-0).

• Approved variance for propane tank at 1003 Oak Ridge Drive (4-0)
• Approved minutes from November 25, 2024 meeting (4-0)
• Opened and closed public hearing for the variance request
• Adjourned meeting at 6:33 PM