Cole County, Missouri

County Commission

The Commission will meet to handle administrative matters and review accounts payable. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.

• Accounts Payable Review

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission will hold a bid opening at 9:00 a.m. on July 31, 2026. The meeting will consider bids for the Binder Park Drainage Improvement (Project #2026-201-1). No other agenda items are listed.

• Bid opening for Binder Park Drainage Improvement (Project #2026-201-1)

County Commission

The Commission will meet to handle administrative matters and review accounts payable. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.

• Accounts Payable Review

County Commission

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will receive an update on the New Juvenile Center, sign a sole-source contract with The Knox Company, review accounts payable, and convene the Board of Equalization. A closed session is scheduled for personnel issues. The meeting includes routine administrative matters and commissioner reports.

• Update on New Juvenile Center
• Signing of The Knox Company sole source contract
• Accounts Payable Review
• Board of Equalization at 1:15 p.m.
• Closed session for personnel issues under RSMo 610.021(13)

Traffic & Safety Advisory Board

The Traffic and Safety Advisory Board will review a citizen request for a stop sign at Summerfield Drive at Summerbrook Court/Summerbrook Drive, and staff requests for stop signs at Summerfield Court at Summerfield Drive and at Morning Glory Court at Summerfield Drive. The meeting also includes routine items such as adoption of the agenda, approval of minutes from the April 30, 2026 meeting, public comment, and setting the next meeting date.

• Citizen request: stop sign on Summerfield Drive at Summerbrook Court/Summerbrook Drive
• Staff request: stop sign on Summerfield Court at Summerfield Drive
• Staff request: stop sign on Morning Glory Court at Summerfield Drive
• Adoption of agenda
• Approval of minutes from April 30, 2026 meeting

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will consider reappointing Harry Otto to the Mid-Missouri Regional Planning Commission and approving Homeland Security Grant subawards. Other agenda items include accounts payable review, election judge pay, an HMV grant adjustment, and a closed session for real estate and personnel matters.

• Reappointment of Harry Otto to Mid-Missouri Regional Planning Commission
• Approval and signing of Homeland Security Grant Subawards
• Election Judge Pay discussion
• HMV Grant Adjustment
• Closed session for real estate and personnel issues

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will receive a presentation on the Binder Lake Watershed Improvement Study and future stormwater projects. The body is also considering several contracts for medical services, 911 assessment, and public works expansion.

• Binder Lake Watershed Improvement Study and Future Stormwater Control Projects presentation
• Year 2 Service Contract with Hamilton Medical
• Professional Services Contract with Tusa for the 911 Strategic Assessment Study
• Contract for Public Works Shop Expansion
• On-Site Maintenance Agreement with Renew Biomedical

The Commission approved multiple service contracts for medical, 911, and public works projects. Additionally, the board authorized purchases for ADA compliant equipment and a scale.

• Signed MOU between Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services and Cole County Health Department (3-0)
• Approved Year 2 Service Contract with Hamilton Medical for $13,156.00 (3-0)
• Approved BioMedical renewal for Infusion Pump and IV Service for $3,520.00 (3-0)
• Approved Tusa Professional Services Contract for 911 Strategic Assessment Study (3-0)
• Signed Verslues Construction Co. contract for Public Works Shop Expansion (3-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (3-0)
• Approved purchase of ADA compliant equipment for $1,123.50 (3-0)
• Approved purchase of a scale for $3,550.00 (3-0)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will consider several staff presentations and contract approvals. Items include a presentation of the 2025 audit report, discussion of shop expansion bid results, and approval of a sole‑source advertisement for The Knox Company. The commission will also approve and sign the William Woods tuition discount agreement and support documents for West Green Enterprises LLC's housing development application.

• Presentation of the County’s 2025 Audit Report by Williams Keepers
• Discussion on Shop Expansion Bid Opening Results
• Approval to run Sole Source Ad for The Knox Company
• Approval and Signing of William Woods Tuition Discount Agreement
• Approval of Support Documents for West Green Enterprises LLC Application to Missouri Housing Development Commission

The Commission accepted the 2025 audited financial statements and ordered their publication. They also awarded a $2,620,000 construction bid to Verslues Construction Co. and approved a tuition discount agreement with William Woods University.

• Accepted 2025 audit presented by Williams Keepers (3-0)
• Ordered publication of the Financial Statement in local newspaper (3-0)
• Awarded bid to Verslues Construction Co. for $2,620,000 (3-0)
• Approved sole source advertisement for The Knox Company (3-0)
• Approved William Woods University Tuition Discount Agreement (3-0)
• Approved support documents for West Green Enterprises LLC MHDC application (3-0)
• Appointed Luke Holtschneider, Tom Hensen, and Trent Bax to Show-Me Homeownership Assistance Corporation (3-0)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting for a statue dedication ceremony on the courthouse lawn to mark the county's 250th anniversary. No other business is scheduled.

• Statue dedication at Courthouse Lawn, corner of High and Monroe Streets, Jefferson City

County Commission

The Commission will consider the renewal of student insurance with HPSO and a battery replacement proposal from Outdoor Warning Consulting LLC. Members will also discuss a tax sale surplus claim and review accounts payable.

• Student Insurance Renewal with HPSO
• Batterie Replacement Proposal with Outdoor Warning Consulting LLC
• Tax Sale Surplus Claim discussion
• FY25/26 GEMT Representation Letter approval
• Closed session regarding communication with the auditor

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is opening bids for Project #2422, the Public Works Shop Addition and Renovation. No other business is on the agenda.

• Project #2422 – Cole County Public Works Shop Addition and Renovation

Seven bids were received and opened for Project #2422, the Cole County Public Works Shop Addition and Renovation. The bids will be compiled for submission to the county for a future recommendation.

• Received seven bids for Project #2422

County Commission

The commission will vote on awarding bids and signing contracts for the Sturbridge Drive Bridge Replacement and the 2026 Pavement Preservation Seal Program. Other new business includes approving a change order for Rainbow Drive Sidewalk Improvements, purchasing a replacement boom mower tractor for Public Works, and discussing worker's compensation lost time benefits.

• Bid award and contract signing for Sturbridge Drive Bridge Replacement
• Bid award and contract signing for 2026 Pavement Preservation Seal Program
• Approval of Change Order No. 1 for Rainbow Drive Sidewalk Improvements
• Purchase of replacement boom mower tractor for Public Works Department
• Approval and signing of FY25/26 GEMT Representation Letter

The Commission approved several construction and equipment contracts including a bridge replacement and a tractor purchase. A new workers' compensation policy for lost time benefits was adopted to take effect in July. The FY25/26 GEMT Representation Letter was tabled.

• Approved E&C Bridge, LLC contract for Sturbridge Drive Bridge Replacement (3-0)
• Approved Corrective Asphalt Material, LLC contract for 2026 Pavement Preservation Seal Program (3-0)
• Approved surplus title for 2019 Chevy Truck (3-0)
• Tabled FY25/26 GEMT Representation Letter
• Approved Rainbow Drive Sidewalk Improvements Change Order No. 1 (3-0)
• Ratified emergency purchase of Case IH Maxxum 125 Tractor for $151,580.00 (3-0)
• Adopted new Workers Compensation Pay policy for lost time effective July (3-0)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will consider awarding bids and signing contracts for the Sturbridge Drive Bridge Replacement and the 2026 Pavement Preservation Seal Program. They will also approve a change order for Rainbow Drive Sidewalk Improvements, purchase a replacement boom mower tractor for Public Works, and handle routine items like accounts payable and surplus title.

• Bid award and contract signing for Sturbridge Drive Bridge Replacement
• Bid award and contract signing for 2026 Pavement Preservation Seal Program
• Approval of Change Order No. 1 for Rainbow Drive Sidewalk Improvements
• Purchase of replacement boom mower tractor for Public Works Department
• Approval of FY25/26 GEMT Representation Letter

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will consider several contracts and a budget adjustment. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding recommendations from the Traffic & Safety Advisory Board.

• Public hearing for Traffic & Safety Advisory Board Recommendations
• 2nd and Final Reading of Budget Adjustment #4
• Signing of Outdoor Warning Consulting Sole Source
• Approval and signing of JCMG Agreement and Public Health Emergency Preparedness Contract
• Supplemental Agreement with the Village of Centertown for a Cooperative Project

The Commission approved a $446,592.86 budget adjustment for the Road and Bridge Fund. Several traffic safety measures including new signage and stop signs were also approved.

• Signed Outdoor Warning Consulting Sole Source Request (3-0)
• Signed JCMG Independent Contractor Agreement (3-0)
• Approved Public Health Emergency Preparedness Contract (3-0)
• Approved University of Missouri Cost Reimbursement Subaward (3-0)
• Renewed Adult Brain Injury Service Coordination Contract (3-0)
• Signed Village of Centertown Small Community Cooperative Project agreement (3-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable upon Review (3-0)
• Approved $446,592.86 Budget Adjustment #4 for Road and Bridge Fund (3-0)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will review a contract for the Sheriff's Department with Zimmer Radio and discuss funding for the Sheriff's Department and jail expansion. The agenda also includes accounts payable review and document signing for Reinkemeyer/Fitzpatrick.

• Zimmer Radio contract for Sheriff's Department
• Sheriff's Department funding and jail expansion discussion
• Accounts payable review
• Reinkemeyer/Fitzpatrick document signing

The commission voted to sign a $6,500 contract with Zimmer Communications for advertising. Commissioners also discussed a proposed jail expansion and a possible sales‑tax ballot measure, and a replat review by the Planning Commission. A motion to recess until 4:30 p.m. was also approved.

• Approved $6,500 advertising contract with Zimmer Communications (3-0)
• Approved recess until 4:30 p.m. (3-0)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will meet on May 26, 2026, to discuss and decide on several administrative and operational items. Key agenda items include a first reading of Budget Adjustment #4, approval of revised excavation rules for county right-of-way with an updated fee schedule, and multiple bid awards and contract amendments for road and facility projects.

• 1st Reading of Budget Adjustment #4
• Approval of revisions to RULES FOR EXCAVATION IN COLE COUNTY RIGHT-OF-WAY and updated fee schedule
• Approval of quote for purchase of Radar Speed Signs
• Bid Award for 2026-13 Concrete and Concrete Products
• Bid Award for 2026-14 Vehicle Equipment Install and Repair Services

The Cole County Commission approved several contracts, including a $20,999.82 purchase of radar speed signs and a $2,875 amendment to a professional services agreement. It also awarded concrete work to Cole County Industries and vehicle equipment services to Wireless USA. The board adopted revisions to excavation rules and the associated fee schedule, and approved pending accounts payable.

• Approved purchase of Radar Speed Signs ($20,999.82) (3-0)
• Approved amendment to Professional Services Agreement for Shop Expansion ($2,875.00) (3-0)
• Awarded 2026-13 Concrete and Concrete Products contract to Cole County Industries (3-0)
• Awarded 2026-14 Vehicle Equipment Install and Repair Services contract to Wireless USA (3-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (3-0)
• Approved revisions to Rules for Excavation and updated Fee Schedule (3-0)
• Approved standing in recess until 4:30 p.m. (3-0)
• Commission adjourned at 4:30 p.m. (3-0)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will consider renewals for inmate welfare products and garage door maintenance contracts, along with an internet service agreement with Mediacom. The collector will present the annual settlement, and the board will discuss rooftop curb adaptors and a salary study update. Most items are routine administrative matters.

• Renewal of inmate welfare products contract
• Renewal of garage door installation and maintenance services for Sheriff
• Approval and signing of internet service agreement with Mediacom
• Collector to present annual settlement
• Update on salary study

The Cole County Commission unanimously approved the renewal of the Inmate Welfare Products contract with an 8% increase, the Garage Door Installation & Maintenance Services contract, and a Mediacom internet service contract for EMS. It also approved the pending accounts payable, accepted the Collector's annual settlement, authorized a change order for the Law Enforcement Center rooftop curb adapters, and funded emergency chiller repairs at the Health Department for $34,700. All motions passed with votes of Bushman, Hoelscher, and Otto in favor.

• Approved renewal of Inmate Welfare Products Contract No. 2023-10 with 8% increase (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of Garage Door Installation & Maintenance Services Contract No. 2025-IB03 (unanimous)
• Approved execution of Mediacom internet service contract for EMS (unanimous)
• Approved pending Accounts Payable (unanimous)
• Accepted Collector's Annual Settlement statement (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #1 for Law Enforcement Center rooftop curb adapters (unanimous)
• Approved emergency chiller repairs at Health Department for $34,700 (unanimous)
• Approved sole source advertisement for Outdoor Warning Consulting (unanimous)

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for vehicle equipment installation and repair services. This is the only item on the agenda for this meeting.

• 2026-14 VEHICLE EQUIPMENT INSTALL AND REPAIR SERVICES – bid opening at 3:00 p.m.

The Purchasing Agent and Chief Deputy Clerk opened the bid for the 2026‑14 Vehicle Equipment Install and Repair Services. The only bidder was WirelessUSA. The county stated it will consider the bid. No formal decision or vote was recorded.

County Commission

The Cole County Commission's agenda consists primarily of routine administrative items and a closed session under Missouri law to discuss legal actions. No other specific decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Closed session pursuant to RSMo 610.021 for legal actions (1)

Planning Committee

The Cole County Planning Commission will review five minor subdivision and replat applications. The body will also consider two variance requests regarding property setbacks for commercial and residential structures.

• Review of Havens Way Sub. Sec. 2 Minor on Rock Ridge Road
• Review of Saddlebrooke Hill Minor on Saddlebrooke Lane
• Review of Brook Meadow Minor replat on Creekside Court
• Review of Linden Place Minor on MO Route U
• Variance requests for 5308 Monticello Road (front setback) and 2619 Lake Valley Drive (side setback)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission meeting will discuss several ongoing items, including an update on the senior tax freeze program and revisions to the county's utility permitting policies. Staff will also present the accounts payable review and a proclamation for National Public Works Week. The meeting includes routine reports, announcements, and a review of bids and contracts.

• National Public Works Week proclamation
• Accounts payable review
• Senior tax freeze update
• Updates to the county’s utility permitting policies & regulations
• Bids & contracts review

The commission voted to approve Accounts Payable pending review, with Commissioners Bushman, Hoelscher and Otto voting yes. A proclamation was adopted naming May 17‑23, 2026 National Public Works Week. The commission also recessed until 4:30 p.m. by a unanimous vote.

• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto yes)
• Adopted proclamation for National Public Works Week May 17‑23, 2026
• Recessed the meeting until 4:30 p.m. (Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto yes)

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission holds a bid opening meeting on May 7, 2026, for two projects: the Sturbridge Road Bridge Replacement (Project #2023-803-1) at 9:00 a.m. and the 2026-13 Concrete and Concrete Products contract at 3:00 p.m. No decisions are made at this meeting; bids are publicly opened and recorded for later commission action.

• Sturbridge Road Bridge Replacement – Project #2023-803-1
• 2026-13 Concrete and Concrete Products contract
• Bid openings held in the Cole County Commission Chambers, 311 E. High Street, Room 200, Jefferson City

The board opened bids for the Sturbridge Drive Bridge Replacement project. No contracts were awarded; the county will take the bids into consideration.

Bid Openings

Bid opening was held on May 7, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. for the 2026-13 Concrete and Concrete Products contract. Cole County Industries submitted a bid. The county will take the bid into consideration. No decision was made at this meeting.

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will sign an Otis Elevator contract and approve a Point of Care Testing agreement with EPOC. The agenda also includes a presentation on roadway treatment standards and a discussion of a shut-off valve replacement for the Sheriff's Department.

• Signing of Otis Elevator Contract
• Approval of Agreement for Point of Care Testing with EPOC
• Presentation on Roadway Treatment Standards for Residential Subdivisions
• Discussion of Shut Off Valve Replacement, Sheriff’s Dept
• Bid Award of 2026-10 Ton Tilt Deck Trailer with Hydraulic Axle Side

The Cole County Commission approved several contracts and purchases, including signing the Otis Elevator contract, a point‑of‑care testing agreement for $31,891.20, an ArcGIS Creator License for $750, a $12,670 mini‑grant, and a $110,000 purchase of a 40‑ton tilt‑deck trailer. All motions passed unanimously (3‑0). The Senior Tax Freeze application process was announced and the review of public‑works projects was tabled.

• Signed second copy of Otis Elevator contract (unanimous 3‑0)
• Approved point‑of‑care testing with EPOC, $31,891.20 (unanimous 3‑0)
• Purchased ArcGIS Creator License, $750.00 (unanimous 3‑0)
• Accepted FY24 EMPG Mini Grant, $12,670.00 (unanimous 3‑0)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (unanimous 3‑0)
• Approved ball‑valve repair with United Mechanical Services, $9,865.00 (unanimous 3‑0)
• Awarded 40‑ton tilt‑deck trailer to Purpose Wrecker, $110,000.00 (unanimous 3‑0)
• Tabled review of Public Works projects (no vote recorded)

Traffic & Safety Advisory Board

The Cole County Traffic and Safety Advisory Board will conduct its regular business, including call to order, roll call, agenda adoption, and approval of minutes from the January 15, 2026 meeting. It will then hear a citizen request that includes a no‑parking request on Arden Drive, a request for stop signs and speed‑control measures on Terra Bella Drive, and a speed‑bump request on South Drive. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; the items are slated for discussion.

• No Parking Request on Arden Drive
• Stop Signs and Speed Control request on Terra Bella Drive
• Speed Bump Request on South Drive

Traffic & Safety Advisory Board

The Cole County Traffic and Safety Advisory Board will consider citizen requests for no parking on Arden Drive, stop signs and speed control on Terra Bella Drive, and a speed bump on South Drive, as well as a staff request for stop signs on Charm Oak Drive.

• No parking request on Arden Drive
• Stop signs and speed control on Terra Bella Drive
• Speed bump request on South Drive
• Stop signs on Charm Oak Drive

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will consider and vote on several contracts and agreements, such as the amendment to the CART operations agreement, point‑of‑care testing with EPOC, and the 2026 asphalt overlay and chip seal programs. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Capital Area Rail Terminal and discussion of a senior tax freeze update and a public works maintenance shop expansion. A closed‑session will address bid responses, contracts, and personnel matters.

• Approval of amendment to the Operations Agreement for Capital Area Rail Terminal (CART)
• Approval of agreement for point‑of‑care testing with EPOC
• Bid award and contract signing for 2026 Asphalt Overlay Program
• Bid award and contract signing for 2026 Chip Seal Program
• Discussion on public works central maintenance shop expansion

The commission approved multiple contracts and agreements, including the CART operations amendment and contracts with HomeWAV, Air Gas USA, and Jefferson Asphalt. It adopted a $2,000 annual pay increase for full‑time jailers and a recruitment incentive program for county employees. The IGT payment of $178,731.92 to Missouri HealthNet was also approved, while the Point of Care Testing agreement was tabled.

• Approved CART Operations Agreement amendment (3-0)
• Signed HomeWAV contract (3-0)
• Signed Independent Contractor Agreement with Dr. Eric Caywood (3-0)
• Approved $2,223 outdoor warning siren repair contract (3-0)
• Signed Air Gas USA contract (3-0)
• Adopted $2,000 annual pay increase for full‑time jailers (2-1)
• Adopted recruitment incentive program for county employees (2-1)
• Approved IGT payment to Missouri HealthNet $178,731.92 (3-0)

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is opening bids for two road maintenance projects: the 2026 Asphalt Overlay Program (Project No. 2026-501-1) and the 2026 Chip Seal Program (Project No. 2026-502-1). No other business is on the agenda.

• 2026 Asphalt Overlay Program, Project No. 2026-501-1
• 2026 Chip Seal Program, Project No. 2026-502-1

The Cole County board opened bids for the 2026 Asphalt Overland Program (Project 2026-501-1) and the 2026 Chip Seal Program (Project 2026-502-1). Several contractors submitted base and alternate bids. No contracts were awarded; the county will review the bids.

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission will open bids for a 40-ton tilt deck trailer with a hydraulic axle side. This is a single-item bid opening, with no other business on the agenda.

• Bid opening for 2026-12 40 Ton Tilt Deck Trailer with Hydraulic Axle Side

Bids were received and opened for the 2026‑12, 40‑ton tilt deck trailer with hydraulic axle side. The bidders listed were Phoenix Contracting LLC, One Nation Distribution LLC, Aria Contracting Sales & Services, Inc., Chaves Brothers Management LLC, and Purpose Wrecker LLC. The county stated it will consider these bids.

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will hold the second and final reading of Budget Adjustment #3 and discuss several operational items, including a capital purchase agreement with Samsara for fleet management, expansion of the Public Works Central Maintenance Shop, and potential upgrades to the 911 system. The agenda also includes a closed session to discuss bids and negotiated contracts.

• Second and final reading of Budget Adjustment #3
• Approval and signing of Capital Purchase Agreement with SAMSARA
• Discussion on Public Works Central Maintenance Shop Expansion
• Discussion of 911 Upgrades
• Tax Sale Surplus Funds Release

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will review several contracts and agreements, including an interlocal JAG grant and elevator maintenance renewal. New business includes a public hearing to vacate a portion of a utility easement on Lot 36 and 37 of Meadowbrook Estates, a capital improvements sales tax order, and a discussion on expanding the Public Works Central Maintenance Shop. The commission will also receive updates on senior tax freeze and ADA compliance, and hold a closed‑session to discuss bid responses and negotiated contracts.

• Interlocal Agreement for JAG Grant
• Renewal of Elevator Maintenance & Repair Services
• Public Hearing for vacation of a portion of a utility easement in parts of Lot 36 and 37 of Meadowbrook Estates
• Capital Improvements Sales Tax Order
• Discussion on Public Works Central Maintenance Shop Expansion

County Commission

The Commission will consider a first reading of Budget Adjustment #3 and the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with Jefferson City regarding building codes. The body will also discuss a senior tax freeze and parking issues.

• MOU between Cole County and Jefferson City on Building Codes
• Purchase of pickup truck for Public Works
• Mid MO Telecom & Security estimate for the Assessor’s Office
• Approval of Assessment Clerk I position for the Assessor’s Office
• 1st Reading of Budget Adjustment #3

The commission unanimously approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Jefferson to adopt its building codes. It also approved the purchase of a Chevrolet pickup truck for Public Works at a cost of $53,966 and approved a sole‑source contract for an EZ Liner paint‑striping truck. The Mid MO Telecom & Security estimate for the Assessor’s Office was tabled, and the first reading of a $191,055 EMS Enterprise Fund budget adjustment was taken with no action.

• Approved MOU with City of Jefferson adopting building codes (unanimous 3‑0)
• Approved purchase of Chevrolet pickup truck for Public Works, $53,966 (unanimous 3‑0)
• Approved EZ Liner sole‑source contract for paint‑striping truck (unanimous 3‑0)
• Mid MO Telecom & Security estimate for Assessor’s Office tabled (no vote recorded)
• First reading of $191,055 EMS Enterprise Fund budget adjustment (no action)
• Senior Tax Freeze online applications to begin April 8 (discussion)
• Marijuana Sales Tax Fund to be zeroed out by $65,683.18 refund (information)
• Parking lease change for county employees discussed (no decision)

County Commission

The Commission will meet to review accounts payable and discuss equipment for the Prenger Family Center. The session includes a groundbreaking ceremony for the Cole County Juvenile Center at 2300 St Mary’s Boulevard. Members will also consider contract renewals and a purchase agreement.

• Show Me Healthy Women Contract Renewal
• Supplementary Purchase Agreement with Zoll Medical
• Discussion of food service equipment and generator for Prenger Family Center
• Juvenile Center Groundbreaking Ceremony at 2300 St Mary’s Boulevard
• ADA Compliance Update on Document Remediation

The commission unanimously approved several contracts and purchases, including the renewal of the Show Me Healthy Women program services contract and a supplementary agreement with ZOLL Medical Corporation. It also accepted quotes for food service equipment ($229,798.50) and a generator ($153,177.00) for the Juvenile Center. Additional approvals covered pending accounts payable and a recess for the ground‑breaking ceremony.

• Renewed Show Me Healthy Women program services contract (3-0)
• Approved supplementary purchase agreement with ZOLL Medical Corporation (3-0)
• Approved pending accounts payable (3-0)
• Accepted Food Hotel Supply quote for Juvenile Center food equipment $229,798.50 (3-0)
• Accepted Fabick Caterpillar quote for generator $153,177.00 (3-0)
• Approved recess until ground‑breaking at 1:00 p.m. (3-0)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is scheduled to attend the West Central Commissioners Association Quarterly Meeting. The meeting will take place at the Missouri State Capitol in Jefferson City.

• West Central Commissioners Association Quarterly Meeting

County Commission

The Commission is scheduled for a City/County CIP Coffee meeting. No other specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• City/County CIP Coffee

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will approve a printing contract for the Assessor’s Office and renew concrete repair services. It will review accounts payable and discuss budget items including the Senior Tax Freeze and VOCA cuts for the Prosecuting Attorney. Unfinished business includes a discussion on the jail generator docking station and an ADA compliance update, followed by a closed‑session on legal and real‑estate matters.

• Approval of Colonial Printing quote for the Assessor’s Office
• Renewal of Concrete Repair Services
• Review of Accounts Payable
• Consideration of Senior Tax Freeze budget
• Discussion of VOCA budget cuts for Prosecuting Attorney

Parks Committee

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the October 28, 2025 minutes. A flagpole with lighting was reported as completed. Members voted to recommend that the County Commission adopt a leash ordinance for all county parks and to add signage about the requirement. No other motions were made.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved October 28, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Flagpole installation completed with lighting
• Recommended County Commission adopt leash ordinance for all county parks (motion carried)

County Commission

The Commission will consider several bid awards for road materials, paving services, and equipment. The body will also review a school affiliation agreement with Boone Hospital and a memorandum of agreement with SEMA. Other items include the purchase of a 2026 Ford F-150 and gas monitors.

• Bid awards for road materials, asphalt paving, pipes, and sign materials
• School Affiliation Agreement with Boone Hospital
• MOA with SEMA for Professional Planning Services
• Purchase of 2026 Ford F-150
• Purchase of 4-Gas-Monitors from All Safe Industries

The commission appointed HR Director Sheila Johnson to the Careleave Committee and approved a Memorandum of Agreement with SEMA for professional planning services. It awarded multiple bids for road materials, equipment, and other supplies, and approved accounts payable, a purchase of two 4‑Gas monitors, and the acquisition of a 2026 Ford F‑150 for $44,893. All actions passed with the recorded vote totals.

• Appointed HR Director Sheila Johnson to Careleave Committee (3-0)
• Approved MOA with SEMA for Professional Planning Services (3-0)
• Awarded bid 2026-02 Road Materials to lowest and best bid (3-0)
• Awarded bid 2026-07 Leased Equipment to Cummings, McGowan & West (3-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (2-0-1)
• Approved purchase of two 4‑Gas monitors from All Safe Industries (3-0)
• Acquired 2026 Ford F‑150 for $44,893 via Missouri Buys contract (3-0)

County Commission

The Commission will consider several contracts, including an HVAC replacement for the Sheriff Department and an agreement with IDEMIA. Members will also review the 2025 Emergency Services Annual Report and discuss a generator docking station for the Cole County Jail.

• HVAC Replacement contract for the Sheriff Department
• IDEMIA Maintenance and Support Agreement
• School Affiliation Agreement with Boone Hospital
• Sole Source Ad approval for EZ Liner
• Purchase of replacement copier/fax for Emergency Services

The Cole County Commission approved several contracts, including the IDEMIA maintenance agreement, an EZ Liner sole‑source ad, an HVAC replacement for the Sheriff’s Department, and a Business Associate Agreement with Williams Keepers. It also approved the purchase of new copier/fax machines for Emergency Services, transferred $584,511 from the Contingency Fund to the Health Insurance Fund, and approved a $4,005 Quick Care sign for the Health Department. The School Affiliation Agreement with Boone Hospital was tabled, and the commission entered and exited a closed‑session on real‑estate matters.

• Signed IDEMIA Identity & Security USA LLC Maintenance and Support Agreement (3-0)
• Approved Sole Source Ad for EZ Liner (3-0)
• Signed 2026‑03 HVAC Replacement contract for Sheriff's Department with United Mechanical Services (3-0)
• Signed Model Business Associate Agreement with Williams Keepers (3-0)
• Approved purchase of replacement Copier/Fax Machines for Emergency Services (3-0)
• Transferred $584,511 from Contingency Fund to Health Insurance Fund (3-0)
• Approved Health Department Quick Care Sign with PirosSigns for $4,005 (3-0)
• School Affiliation Agreement with Boone Hospital tabled

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will hold a meeting to conduct a second and final reading of two budget adjustments. The body will also consider a vehicle purchase for Public Works and a stormwater runoff agreement.

• MOU with JC Parks for Stormwater Runoff Control Project in Binder Park
• 2nd and Final Reading of Budget Adjustment #1
• 2nd and Final Reading of Budget Adjustment #2
• Purchase of 2026 Ram 3500 Cab & Chassis for Public Works
• Revision to OpenGov Scenario Builder Agreement

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission meeting on February 26, 2026 will conduct a bid opening. Bids will be opened for items including road materials, blades, mosquito spray materials, vegetation spray materials, leased equipment, cold milling and asphalt paver, sign materials, asphalt materials, and pipes. No decisions are listed; the agenda is limited to the bid opening process.

• 2026-02 Road Materials
• 2026-04 Blades
• 2026-05 Mosquito Spray Materials
• 2026-06 Vegetation Spray Materials
• 2026-07 Leased Equipment

The board opened bids for multiple projects, including road materials, blades, mosquito spray, vegetation spray, leased equipment, cold milling & asphalt paving, sign materials, asphalt materials, and pipes. All bids were received from the listed vendors. The County will consider these bids but made no approvals or other decisions at this meeting.

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will consider health department amendments to lodging and food ordinances, appointments to the public library and residential special services boards, and approvals of contracts for public works. A public hearing on a stormwater permit with the Department of Natural Resources will be held. The commission will also review FY27 highway safety grant applications and approve a State Tax Commission assessor maintenance plan.

• Health Department to discuss amended lodging ordinance
• Health Department to discuss amended food ordinance
• Appointment of Dave Neighbors to Public Library Board
• Approval and signing of Sutterfield Technologies contract
• Public hearing for stormwater permit with DNR

The Cole County Commission adopted four ordinances that place lodging, lodging fees, food sanitation code, and food permit fees under the Health Department, each passing 3‑0. It approved several contracts—including a $61,857.32 book‑preservation contract—and made three board appointments, all with unanimous votes. The Public Works Career Path Progression Plan was approved by a 2‑1 vote, and the commission entered and exited a closed‑session meeting.

• Adopt Lodging Establishment Ordinance amendment (3-0)
• Adopt Lodging Fees ordinance (3-0)
• Adopt Food Sanitation Safety Code amendment (3-0)
• Adopt 2026 Food Permit Fees (3-0)
• Approve Sutterfield Technologies contract $61,857.32 (3-0)
• Approve Public Works Road Tractor quote (3-0)
• Approve Public Works Career Path Progression Plan (2-1)
• Enter closed session for legal matters (2-1)

Road & Bridge Advisory Board

The board will review project status updates and city/county cooperative projects. Members will discuss a sales tax campaign and funding distribution formulas for small communities and gravel road upgrades.

• Sales Tax Campaign Committee update
• Small Community Funding Distribution Formula discussion
• Gravel Road Upgrade Prioritization discussion
• Project Status Update
• City/County Cooperative Projects Update

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission will hold a bid opening for the 2026-03 HVAC replacement project for the Sheriff Department. The meeting will review the submitted bids before any award is made.

• 2026-03 HVAC Replacement for Sheriff Department – bid opening

The board opened bids for the 2026‑03 HVAC replacement for the Sheriff Department. Two contractors submitted bids: Teel Mechanical Service ($1,323,438.70 total) and United Mechanical Services ($1,176,850.00 total). The county stated it will take these bids into consideration. No vote or approval was recorded.

County Commission

The Cole County Commission meeting on February 17, 2026 will consider several contract approvals, budget adjustment readings, and the appointment of members to the newly created Cole County Building Commission. Items include signing contracts for data‑room access control upgrades, AXON Enterprises, interpreting services for the Health Department, and a towing and storage contract. The commission will also review accounts payable, a tax‑credit disbursement request from a soccer club, and discuss budget transfers of adult recreational marijuana funds. Two first‑reading budget adjustments will be presented.

• Appointment of Josh Sandbothe, Curtis Goben, Brad Michel, Matt Hale, and Jeff Hoelscher to the newly created Cole County Building Commission
• Signing of contract with Accurate Controls for Data Room Access Control Upgrade
• Approval and signing of AXON Enterprises sole‑source contract
• Approval and signing of Interpreting Services Agreement for the Health Department
• First reading of Budget Adjustment #1 and Budget Adjustment #2

The commission appointed five members, including Commissioner Jeff Hoelscher, to the Cole County Building Commission. It approved several contracts, such as a $13,036.47 agreement with Accurate Controls and a $118,750 Missouri Development Finance Board tax‑credit disbursement to United Capital City Soccer Club. Additional actions included extending a Zimmer contract, signing a towing‑service contract, and authorizing accounts payable. The board also entered and exited a closed‑session to discuss personnel matters.

• Appointed Josh Sandbothe to Building Commission (3-0)
• Appointed Curtis Goben to Building Commission (3-0)
• Appointed Brad Michel to Building Commission (3-0)
• Appointed Matt Hale to Building Commission (3-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Jeff Hoelscher to Building Commission (2-1, Hoelscher abstain)
• Approved $13,036.47 contract with Accurate Controls for Data Room FOBS (3-0)
• Approved $118,750 MDFB Tax Credit Disbursement to United Capital City Soccer Club (3-0)
• Executed towing & storage contract with Broadway Wrecker Service LLC (2-1, Hoelscher No)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will consider a contract amendment for a new juvenile center and a change order for the Wildwood Drive Extension. The body will also vote on a resolution supporting the City of Jefferson's BUILD grant application.

• Contract amendment for New Juvenile Center
• Change Order No. 1 for Wildwood Drive Extension
• Resolution supporting City of Jefferson BUILD Grant Application
• Purchase of Panasonic Toughbook Computers for EMS
• Rental agreement with the Miller Center

The Cole County Commission approved several items, including signing the BUILD grant support resolution for the High Street viaduct and pedestrian connection to Deborah Cooper Park. It also signed the Guaranteed Maximum Price schedule for the new juvenile center and approved purchases and agreements for EMS equipment, a performance venue rental, and a change order for the Wildwood Drive Extension. The board authorized a $4,000 expense for an additional display in the chambers and signed surplus titles for two ambulances and a Tahoe. The commission entered and later exited a closed session to discuss real estate matters.

• Signed GMP schedule for new juvenile center (3-0)
• Signed resolution supporting City of Jefferson BUILD grant for viaduct and pedestrian way (3-0)
• Approved purchase of Panasonic Toughbook computers for EMS (3-0)
• Approved rental agreement with Miller Performing Arts Center for EMS ceremony (3-0)
• Signed Change Order No. 1 for Wildwood Drive Extension (3-0)
• Signed surplus titles for two ambulances and a Tahoe (3-0)
• Approved $4,000 expenditure for second display in Commission Chambers (3-0)
• Entered and exited Closed Session to discuss real estate (3-0)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will conduct routine administrative business, review bids and contracts, and consider new and unfinished items. A closed session is scheduled to discuss legal actions as required by Missouri law. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda.

• Closed session – legal actions (Section 610.021)
• Bids & contracts
• New business
• Unfinished business
• Commissioner committee liaison reports

The commission voted to enter a closed session to discuss legal actions. It then adopted a resolution ratifying the June 25, 2024 renunciation of a land gift. The commission later voted to end the closed session at 12:25 p.m.

• Entered closed session to discuss legal actions (3-0 vote)
• Adopted resolution ratifying June 25, 2024 land‑gift renunciation (2-0, 1 recused)
• Exited closed session at 12:25 p.m. (2-0 vote)

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for generator maintenance services. This is a procedural meeting to receive vendor proposals.

• Bid opening for 2026-01 Generator Maintenance Services

The bid opening for the 2026‑01 Generator Maintenance Services contract was held. Bidders Nixon Power Services, Pro Circuit Inc, and Clarke Power Services were listed. The county stated it will consider the bids, but no approval or award was decided.

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will discuss and vote on several contracts and grant applications, including towing, plumbing, and cleaning services. It will also consider approvals for EMS equipment purchases such as cellular data antennas and a new vehicle. A public hearing will be held on traffic control items for Wildwood Drive and Frog Hollow Drive. The meeting includes routine reports, announcements, and a closed‑session discussion of legal actions.

• Bid award of 2025-31 towing & storage of motor vehicles
• Renewal 1 of plumbing services
• Approval of EMS capital purchase for cellular data antennas
• Public hearing for traffic control items on Wildwood Drive & Frog Hollow Drive
• Approval and signing of county authorization to apply for a Missouri Highway Safety Grant

The Cole County Commission voted to award several service contracts, approve multiple grant applications, and adopt traffic safety measures. All motions passed, with one towing contract approved by a 2‑1 vote and the rest unanimously. Additional EMS equipment purchases and a cleaning services renewal were also approved.

• Approved Broadway Wrecker Services contract for towing (2-1)
• Approved Renewal 1 of Plumbing Services with United Mechanical Services & Summit Mechanical (unanimous)
• Approved County Authorization to apply for Missouri Highway Safety Grant (unanimous)
• Approved JCREP Agreement for 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Sub‑Award Agreement for State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (unanimous)
• Approved 40 mph speed limit on Wildwood Drive (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of EMS equipment bags costing $9,724.00 (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of Cleaning Services with After Hours Building Maintenance (unanimous)

County Commission

The Commission will meet to handle administrative matters, bids, and contracts. The agenda includes a closed session to discuss legal actions.

• Closed session regarding legal actions

The commission voted to go into closed session to discuss legal actions, then voted to end the closed session and recess until 4:30 p.m. Both motions passed unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Entered closed session to discuss legal actions (3-0)
• Exited closed session and recessed until 4:30 p.m. (3-0)

County Commission

The Commission is meeting to review several equipment purchases for Public Works and the purchase of a camera for the Chamber room. The body will also discuss the Renn Property and review accounts payable. A contract for the Sheriff's Department is listed for signing.

• Purchase of Kubota SVL75 Skid Loader
• Purchase of Bobcat D30S-9 Forklift
• Purchase of 1/2 ton Pickup for Public Works
• Signing of Interactive Data, LLC contract for Sheriff's Department
• Renewal of Electrical Services

The commission approved the purchase of a Kubota SVL75 Skid Loader for $71,714.41. It also approved a $50,215.36 Bobcat forklift, changed the mileage reimbursement rate to 70.0¢ per mile, and authorized several contracts and a new chamber‑room camera. All listed motions passed unanimously.

• Approved $71,714.41 Kubota SVL75 Skid Loader purchase (3-0)
• Approved $50,215.36 Bobcat D30S-9 Forklift purchase (3-0)
• Approved ½‑ton pickup purchase for Public Works – motion tabled
• Changed mileage reimbursement rate to 70.0¢ per mile (3-0)
• Authorized Presiding Commissioner to sign FY25 Equitable Sharing Agreement (3-0)
• Approved $3,965.00 purchase of chamber‑room camera (3-0)
• Signed contract with Interactive Data, LLC for Sheriff’s Department (3-0)
• Approved 2nd renewal of Electrical Services Contract No. 2023‑27 (3-0)

County Commission

The Commission will meet to handle administrative matters, bids, and contracts. The agenda includes a closed session to discuss legal actions.

• Closed session regarding Legal Actions [Section 610.021(1)]

The commission voted to go into a closed session at 9:00 a.m. and later voted to exit the closed session and recess until 4:30 p.m. The meeting was then adjourned at 4:30 p.m.

• Entered closed session (motion passed, votes: Bushman Yes, Otto Yes)
• Exited closed session and recessed until 4:30 p.m. (motion passed, votes: Bushman Yes, Otto Yes)
• Commission adjourned at 4:30 p.m.

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will conduct routine business including reviewing minutes, receiving reports, and considering bids and contracts. Commissioners will also hold a closed‑session meeting to discuss legal actions as required by Missouri law. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 27, 2026.

• Review bids and contracts
• Closed session to discuss legal actions (Section 610.021)
• Commissioner committee liaison reports
• Next scheduled meeting: Tuesday, Jan 27, 2026

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is meeting to open bids for the Cole County Juvenile Center #05-24-0074. This is a procedural meeting to receive contractor proposals.

• Bid opening for Cole County Juvenile Center #05-24-0074

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will discuss the proposed distribution of funding for the 2027-2036 ½ Capital Improvements Sales Tax. The body will also review accounts payable and several service contract renewals.

• Proposed 2027-2036 ½ Capital Improvements Sales Tax Funding Distribution
• Renewal 2 of Pest Management Services
• Renewal 1 of EMS Fleet Maintenance & Repair Services
• Contract signing of S&N Clock Repair

The commission renewed the Pest Management Services contract with Mike's Pest Control and the EMS Fleet Maintenance & Repair Services contract with Donnie Braun & Sons. It also approved a maintenance proposal with S and N Clock Repair and authorized pending accounts payable. Finally, it adopted the proposed 2027‑2036 Capital Improvements Sales Tax Funding Breakout, allocating 85% to road and bridge projects and 15% to county facilities and equipment.

• Renewed Pest Management Services Contract No. 2023-29 with Mike's Pest Control (passed, Bushman & Otto yes)
• Renewed EMS Fleet Maintenance & Repair Services Contract No. 2025-01 with Donnie Braun & Sons (passed, Bushman & Otto yes)
• Approved Maintenance Proposal with S and N Clock Repair (passed, Bushman & Otto yes)
• Approved pending Accounts Payable (passed, Bushman & Otto yes)
• Approved 2027‑2036 Capital Improvements Sales Tax Funding Breakout: 85% road/bridge, 15% facilities/equipment (passed, Bushman & Otto yes)
• Moved to recess until 4:30 p.m. (passed, Bushman & Otto yes)
• Adjourned the meeting at 4:30 p.m. (passed, Bushman & Otto yes)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission voted to go into closed session at 4:00 p.m. to discuss real estate matters, with all three commissioners voting Yes. After the closed session, the commission voted to exit closed session and adjourn the meeting at 4:48 p.m., again with a unanimous Yes vote.

• Entered closed session to discuss real estate (3-0 vote)
• Exited closed session and adjourned meeting (3-0 vote)

Traffic & Safety Advisory Board

The Cole County Traffic and Safety Advisory Board will meet to discuss citizen requests regarding parking on Willowby Drive and Viola View, as well as staff requests for speed limits on Wildwood Drive and Honey Creek Road.

• No Parking on Willowby Drive at Lucia Drive
• No Parking on One Side of Street on Viola View
• Speed Limit on Wildwood Drive
• Stop Sign on Frog Hollow Road at Wildwood Drive
• Speed Limit Reduction Request – Honey Creek Road

Planning Committee

The Cole County Planning Commission will consider four setback variance applications. Each applicant seeks to increase the front or side setback to build an addition or new structure on the listed parcels. No other business is scheduled for discussion.

• 8013 Mortd – Dou G. Jennett: 2‑ft side‑setback variance for a 15’ × 28’ addition to an existing tiny home.
• 9914 E. Meller Lane – Ryan Ferrell: 2‑ft rear‑side setback variance for an approximately 71’ × 28’ addition to an existing home.
• 8212 West Payne Road – Stephen Scnieders: 35‑ft front‑setback variance (from 50‑ft platted) to place a 50’ × 50’ shop 15 ft from the right‑of‑way.
• 5203 Contractors Lane – Clayton Isenberg: 10‑ft front‑setback variance (from 25‑ft platted) for a 15’ × 30’ addition to an existing building along Monticello Road/Moreau Ridge Road.

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will vote on the Cole County Parks Pet Leash and Waste Ordinance. They will also appoint Bradley Kellerman to the Parks Committee and sign agreements with the Missouri Department of Social Services and the Missouri Department of Conservation. A bid award for towing and storage services for the Sheriff’s Department will be confirmed, and the commission will review accounts payable and hear the Assessor’s Office on errors and omissions.

• Approval of the Cole County Parks Pet Leash and Waste Ordinance
• Appointment of Bradley Kellerman to the Cole County Parks Committee
• Signing of the Cooperative Agreement with MO Dept. of Social Services for IV‑D County Reimbursement Grant
• Approval and signing of the CART Cost Share Agreement with the Missouri Department of Conservation
• Bid award for 2025‑31 towing and storage of motor vehicles for the Sheriff Department

The commission directed the county attorney to revisit the Renn Family property issue. It approved a new Parks Pet Leash and Waste Ordinance and rescinded the prior Animal Waste Ordinance. Several contracts and appointments were signed, and the towing bid award was tabled until Jan. 27.

• Directed county attorney to revisit Renn Family property issue (3-0)
• Approved Cole County Parks Pet Leash and Waste Ordinance (3-0)
• Rescinded previous Animal Waste Ordinance (3-0)
• Appointed Bradley Kellerman to Cole County Parks Committee (3-0)
• Signed Contract # ER10226027 – IV‑D County Reimbursement Cooperative Agreement (3-0)
• Approved CART Cost Share Agreement with Missouri Dept. of Conservation (3-0)
• Tabled 2025‑31 Towing & Storage bid award until Jan. 27 (2-1)
• Accepted Assessor’s Errors & Omissions on cell tower at 12000 United Rd (3-0)

Bid Openings

The bid opening for the Cole County Juvenile Center (#05-24-0074) originally scheduled for January 8, 2026, has been moved to January 20, 2026.

• Bid opening for Cole County Juvenile Center #05-24-0074

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will approve the 2026 budget and a resolution to renew a countywide sales tax for capital improvements. The body will also sign agreements with the Sheriff's Department and Recorder of Deeds for the 2026 budget year.

• Public hearing for the 2026 County Budget
• Approval of the 2026 County Budget
• Renewal of Countywide Sales Tax for Capital Improvements
• Signing of MOU with the Sheriff Department for 2026
• Signing of MOU with the Recorder of Deeds for 2026

The Cole County Commission approved the 2026 county budget and renewed a countywide sales tax for capital improvements. It also signed memorandums of understanding for the Sheriff, Recorder of Deeds, and Collector for the 2026 budget year. Several contracts and road improvement projects were approved, while the towing contract bid was tabled. The commission recessed until 4:30 p.m. before adjourning.

• Approved 2026 County Budget (3-0)
• Approved renewal of countywide sales tax for capital improvements (3-0)
• Signed MOU for Sheriff’s Department budget (3-0)
• Signed MOU for Recorder of Deeds budget (3-0)
• Adopted Weather Services Contract with Weather or Not (3-0)
• Awarded Tanner Bridge Road Safety Improvements to Don Schnieders Excavating (Project No. 2023-602-1) (3-0)
• Signed contract with Concrete Solution, LLC for Rainbow Drive Sidewalk Improvements (Project No. 2023-603-1) (3-0)
• Tabled bid award for 2025-31 Towing & Storage of Motor Vehicles for Sheriff’s Department