Cole County public meetings in 2025

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will meet to approve several sole-source contracts, including Accurate Controls and Henry M Adkins, and to renew a detention contract with Boone County. The agenda also includes a presentation by the Assessor's Office regarding errors and omissions and the receipt of an ASPCA grant for the Sheriff's Department.

• Approval of Accurate Controls sole-source contract
• Approval of Henry M Adkins sole-source contract
• Renewal of Detention Contract with Boone County
• Assessor’s Office to present errors & omissions
• ASPCA Grant Award, Sheriff’s Dept

On December 30, 2025 the Cole County Commission unanimously approved several sole‑source contracts, a medical‑grade oxygen renewal, a juvenile‑housing agreement, financial items, an assessor error acceptance, and a $7,000 ASPCA grant. All motions passed with three yes votes (Commissioner Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto). The commission also entered and exited closed session to discuss personnel issues.

• Approved Sole Source contract with Accurate Controls (3-0)
• Approved Henry M Adkins Sole Source (3-0)
• Approved renewal of 2023‑28 Medical Grade Oxygen with Airgas (3-0)
• Renewed Memorandum of Agreement with Boone County Juvenile Court for juvenile housing (3-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (3-0)
• Approved Careleave Committee request for careleave (3-0)
• Accepted Assessor's office Errors and Omissions for 2025 parcel #13-03-08-0000-002-003.003 (3-0)
• Accepted $7,000 ASPCA Grant Award (3-0)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will meet to discuss budget adjustments for economic development and facility improvements for the Law Enforcement Center. The body will also consider an air service participation agreement with COU.

• 2026 Budget Adjustment for Economic Development
• HVAC for the Cole County Law Enforcement Center
• Water Softeners for the Cole County Law Enforcement Center
• Air Service Participation Agreement with COU
• Appointment of Jessica Bryant to Care-Leave and Safety Committees

The commission appointed Jessica Bryant to the Care‑Leave and Safety committees. It approved accounts payable and accepted the assessor's Errors & Omissions request. Commissioners voted 2‑1 to join the Air Service Guarantee Agreement costing $25,000, and 2‑1 to close county offices at noon on Christmas Eve. The body also recessed until 4:30 p.m.

• Appointed Jessica Bryant to the Cole County Care‑Leave Committee (unanimous)
• Appointed Jessica Bryant to the Cole County Safety Committee (unanimous)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (unanimous)
• Accepted Errors & Omissions request from Assessor's office (unanimous)
• Approved participation in Air Service Guarantee Agreement at $25,000 (2‑1 vote)
• Ratified closure of county offices at noon on Christmas Eve (2‑1 vote)
• Stood in recess until 4:30 p.m. (unanimous)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will vote on a lease agreement with the Missouri Department of Transportation and a contract amendment for a public health emergency preparedness contract. Staff will present proposals to raise environmental inspection fees, consider new lodging ordinance ideas, and discuss pet leash requirements for county parks. A public hearing will be held on stop‑sign installations at Boone Road & Penny Hollow Road and Lost Valley Lane & Liberty Road. The meeting will also include salary and EMS pay‑grid discussions and renewal of property and liability coverage for 2026.

• Approval and signing of lease agreement with MoDOT
• Approval and signing of contract amendment from MODHSS for public health emergency preparedness
• Health Department discussion on increasing environmental inspection fees
• Health Department discussion on lodging ordinance ideas
• Public hearing for stop‑sign installation at Boone Road at Penny Hollow Road and Lost Valley Lane at Liberty Road

The Cole County Commission unanimously approved multiple contracts and policy changes, including a lease with MoDOT, a health‑emergency contract amendment, and a $23,255 purchase of wall heaters. It raised environmental inspection fees effective Jan 1 2026 and authorized stop signs on Boone Road at Penny Hollow Road and on Lost Valley Lane at Liberty Road. The commission also reappointed Jeff Naught to the Heartland Port Authority Board and renewed 2026 property‑liability coverage. All motions passed with a 3‑0 vote.

• Reappointed Jeff Naught to Heartland Port Authority Board (3‑0)
• Signed Lease of Premises Agreement with MoDOT (3‑0)
• Approved Contract Amendment with Missouri Dept of Health & Senior Services (7/1/2025‑6/30/2026) (3‑0)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (3‑0)
• Increased Environmental Inspection Fees effective Jan 1 2026 (3‑0)
• Approved purchase of EMA Hanging Wall Heaters for $23,255 (3‑0)
• Renewed 2026 property & liability coverage (3‑0)
• Approved stop signs on Boone Rd at Penny Hollow Rd and Lost Valley Ln at Liberty Rd (3‑0)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will meet to discuss the budget. The agenda also includes reviews of bids and contracts.

• Budget discussion
• Bids and contracts

Commissioner Hoelscher moved to recess the meeting until 4:30 p.m., and Commissioner Otto seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously with three yes votes. The commission adjourned at 4:30 p.m.

• Recess until 4:30 p.m. passed (3-0)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will meet to review bids, handle administrative matters, and discuss the Health Department budget, pay plan, and capital improvements.

• Otis Service & Repair Order
• Health Department budget discussion
• Pay Plan discussion
• Capital Improvements discussion
• Commissioner Committee Liaison Reports

The commission voted to proceed with the Otis Service and Repair Order for the elevator door. The motion passed unanimously with Commissioners Bushman, Hoelscher, and Otto voting Yes. The commission also voted to recess the meeting until 4:30 p.m., again passing unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved Otis Service and Repair Order for elevator door (3-0)
• Recessed meeting until 4:30 p.m. (3-0)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will convene on December 9, 2025, to review administrative matters, discuss budget projections with various departments, and sign a 2025-30 security guard services contract. The meeting includes a review of detention space renewal contracts and the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with Central States Communications Association.

• Signing of 2025-30 Security Guard Services Contract
• Renewal Contract for Detention Space with Adair County
• Discussion on Bids for Jail HVAC Units
• Signing of MOU with Central States Communications Association
• Budget Discussion with Revenue Projections

The Cole County Commission approved several contracts and related actions. It renewed the Secure Juvenile Detention Services contract with Adair County, approved a design‑build approach for jail HVAC upgrades, and signed a five‑year security guard services contract with Vets Securing America. Additional approvals included extending a clock‑repair contract, signing an MOU with Central States Communications Association, accepting ten assessor parcels, and authorizing pending accounts payable.

• Renewed Secure Juvenile Detention Services contract with Adair County (3‑0)
• Approved design‑build model for jail HVAC replacement (3‑0)
• Signed 2025‑30 Security Guard Services contract with Vets Securing America (3‑0)
• Extended S&N Clock Repair contract for $1,200 per year (3‑0)
• Signed MOU with Central States Communications Association (3‑0)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (3‑0)
• Accepted 10 parcels submitted by Assessor's office under Errors & Omissions (3‑0)
• Stood in recess until 4:30 p.m. (3‑0)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will meet on December 3, 2025, to hear budget presentations from the Circuit Court, Sheriff's Office, and other county departments. The agenda includes administrative matters, bids, and unfinished business.

• Budget hearings for Circuit Court, Court Services, and Court Security
• Budget hearing for Circuit Clerk
• Budget hearing for Prosecuting Attorney
• Budget hearing for Sheriff
• Budget hearing for Information Systems

Commissioner Otto moved to stand in recess until 4:30 p.m., and Commissioner Hoelscher seconded the motion. The motion passed with votes from Commissioners Bushman, Hoelscher, and Otto. The commission then adjourned at 4:30 p.m.

• Recess until 4:30 p.m. approved (3-0)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will consider several new business items, including the award of the 2025-30 security guard services contract, approval of a sole source form and iLOOKABOUT contract, and discussion of HVAC replacement for the Sheriff’s Department. They will also review accounts payable, reconcile biweekly payrolls, and address penalties and payouts from the Assessor’s Office and Prenger Family Center. Following these items, the commission will hold budget hearings with representatives from multiple departments and offices.

• Bid award of 2025-30 Security Guard Services
• Approval and signing of Sole Source Form and iLOOKABOUT contract
• Discussion of HVAC replacement for the Sheriff’s Department
• Reconciliation of biweekly payrolls and statutory limits for elected officials
• Budget hearings with department heads (Planning, Parks & Rec, Health, GIS, etc.)

The Cole County Commission approved several motions, including the award of the 2025‑30 security guard services contract to Vets Securing America and the signing of the iLookAbout sole‑source request and contract. It also approved a payroll schedule change for 2026, a holiday overtime payout for the Prenger Family Center, and a recess until 4:30 p.m. The discussion on a non‑compliance penalty from the Assessor’s office was tabled.

• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (3‑0)
• Awarded 2025‑30 Security Guard Services to Vets Securing America (3‑0)
• Approved and signed iLookAbout Sole Source Request Form (3‑0)
• Approved and signed iLookAbout Contract (3‑0)
• Approved auditor’s 27‑pay‑period payroll approach for 2026 (3‑0)
• Approved holiday overtime payout for Prenger Family Center (3‑0)
• Tabled discussion on Non‑Compliance Penalty from Assessor’s office
• Approved recess until 4:30 p.m. (3‑0)

Parks Committee

The Cole County Parks Committee will review project status and maintenance updates, consider installing a flagpole at County Park, discuss a county‑wide dog leash requirement for all parks, and begin long‑range planning for future park improvements. No decisions have been made yet; these items are on the agenda for discussion and possible action.

• Flagpole installation at County Park
• Discussion on dog leash requirement at all county parks
• Long‑range planning for future park improvements

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will consider several contract approvals, including a change order for the EMS Headquarters and a change order for the 2025 Asphalt Overlay Program. It will also discuss the workers' compensation renewal for 2026, purchase of a mechanic tool set for Public Works, and updates to county building and electrical codes. Additional items include a memorandum of understanding with the Missouri National Guard 7th Civil Support Team and a quote from United Mechanical Services.

• Approval and signing of Change Order 1 and Amended ER for EMS Headquarters
• Approval and signing of Change Order No. 2 – 2025 Asphalt Overlay Program
• Discussion and approval of the workers' comp renewal for 2026
• Purchase of mechanic tool set for Public Works
• Discussion on updating Cole County building and electrical codes

The Cole County Commission unanimously approved a series of contracts, agreements, and financial actions. Items included a change order for the EMS headquarters, an agreement with the Missouri National Guard 7th Civil Support Team, a $200 Devnet engagement, and a $32,500 transfer of Boone County soft‑match credits. The commission also renewed workers’ compensation coverage and approved purchases for public works.

• Approved Change Order 1 & Environmental Review amendment for EMS Headquarters (3 Yes votes)
• Approved agreement with MO National Guard 7th Civil Support Team (3 Yes votes)
• Approved Devnet engagement to add two users at a cost of $200.00 (3 Yes votes)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 Final Closeout for 2025 Asphalt Overlay Program (3 Yes votes)
• Approved idiCORE agreement for the Sheriff’s Department (3 Yes votes)
• Approved purchase of Mechanic Tool Set for Public Works from Snap‑on (3 Yes votes)
• Approved transfer of $50,000 Boone County Soft Match Credits to Cole County at a cost of $32,500 (3 Yes votes)
• Approved renewal of 2026 Workers Comp with Missouri Employers Mutual (3 Yes votes)

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission will hold a bid opening for two Tanner Bridge Road projects: the bridge replacement (Project #2023-802-1) and safety improvements (Project #2023-602-1). The meeting is scheduled for November 21, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. in the Commission Chambers. No other agenda items are listed.

• Tanner Bridge Road Bridge Replacement – Project #2023-802-1
• Tanner Bridge Road Safety Improvements – Project #2023-602-1

The County of Cole opened bids for the Tanner Bridge Rd Bridge Replacement (Project No. 2023-802-1) and the Tanner Bridge Rd Safety Improvements (Project No. 2023-602-1). Six firms submitted bids for the replacement project, ranging from $2,122,380.46 to $6,446,984.42. Six firms submitted bids for the safety improvements, ranging from $1,351,226.36 to $6,446,984.42. No approvals, rejections, or other decisions were recorded.

Road and Bridge - Stormwater Management Advisory Committee (SMAC)

The Stormwater Management Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes from a previous meeting and discuss stormwater concerns from registered and unregistered citizens. The agenda includes a vote to adjourn the meeting.

• Approval of May 15, 2025 meeting minutes
• Presentation of stormwater concerns from registered citizens
• Presentation of stormwater concerns from unregistered citizens
• Vote to adjourn meeting

Road & Bridge Advisory Board

The Road and Bridge Advisory Board will meet to discuss the distribution of funds and project categories for a future ½ cent sales tax. The board will also review project status updates and a stormwater runoff control study.

• Discussion of 10 year sunset for future ½ cent sales tax
• Project categories and funding distribution for future ½ cent sales tax
• Small Community Funding Distribution Formula
• City/County Cooperative Projects list and funding amounts
• Stormwater Runoff Control Study ARPA Projects update

The advisory board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from May and August 2025. It endorsed a plan to allocate project‑category funding based on percentage targets, and also approved a preliminary small‑community funding distribution that raises the allocation from $2.5 million to $4.925 million. The meeting was adjourned at 9:14 am.

• Agenda approved (motion by Don Hillis, seconded by James Wunderlich)
• May and August 2025 minutes approved (motion by Bruce Dawson, seconded by Greg Bowman)
• Endorsed project‑category funding distribution plan (motion by Bruce Dawson, seconded by James Wunderlich, passed)
• Endorsed preliminary small‑community funding distribution plan (motion by Greg Bowman, seconded by James Wunderlich, passed)
• Meeting adjourned (motion by Don Hillis, seconded by Greg Bowman, passed)

Onsite Sewage Board

The Cole County On‑Site Wastewater Treatment System Board of Review will meet on November 19, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. at the Cole County Health Department. The agenda lists a request from Fischer v Ariance concerning 3369 Rock Ridge Road in Jefferson City. The board will also address any other issues that have been presented to it that day. No decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Review of Fischer v Ariance request for 3369 Rock Ridge Road
• Consideration of other issues presented to the board

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will consider staff updates, resolutions, and appointments. It will approve the MDFB Tax Credit Disbursement Request #5 from the Soccer Club, a sole source advertisement with iLOOKABOUT, and an iPad purchase for the Assessor’s Office. A closed session will be held to discuss personnel issues under Missouri law.

• Approval & signing of MDFB Tax Credit Disbursement Request #5 from Soccer Club
• Approval to run a sole source ad with iLOOKABOUT
• Approval of iPad purchase for Assessor’s Office
• Appointment of Trent Bax to Cole County Traffic & Safety Advisory Board
• Bruce Bax appointed for service on Cole County Traffic & Safety Advisory Board

The commission approved and signed Missouri Development Finance Board Tax Credit Disbursement Request #5 from United Capital City Soccer Club. It also appointed Trent Bax to the Traffic & Safety Advisory Board, authorized a sole‑source advertisement for iLOOKABOUT, and approved the purchase of three iPads for $3,722.64. The body entered and later exited a closed session to discuss personnel issues.

• Appointed Trent Bax to Cole County Traffic & Safety Advisory Board (3-0)
• Approved and signed Tax Credit Disbursement Request #5 for United Capital City Soccer Club (3-0)
• Authorized sole‑source advertisement for iLOOKABOUT (3-0)
• Approved purchase of 3 iPads for $3,722.64 (3-0)
• Entered closed session to discuss personnel issues (3-0)
• Exited closed session and recessed until 4:30 p.m. (3-0)

County Commission

The Commission will receive the Auditor’s proposed budget for 2026 and conduct final readings for Budget Adjustments #8 and #9. The body will also consider several committee reappointments and a change order for stormwater improvements.

• Delivery of Auditor’s Proposed Budget for 2026
• 2nd and Final Reading of Budget Adjustment #8 and #9
• Change Order No. 1 for Lakewood Subdivision Stormwater Improvements
• Reappointments to Parks Committee, Road & Bridge Advisory Board, and Traffic & Safety Advisory Board
• Appointment of Emily Aughtman to Cole County (Residential) Special Services Board

The commission accepted the auditor’s proposed 2026 budget and approved two law‑enforcement fund adjustments totaling $158,360. It also reappointed members to the Parks, Road & Bridge, and Traffic & Safety advisory boards and appointed a new member to the Special Services Board. Additional actions included approving a change order for storm‑water improvements, the Careleave Committee recommendation, and the 2026 holiday court order.

• Reappointed Hal Dulle and Shannon Hawk to the Parks Committee (approved)
• Reappointed Bruce Dawson and Jason Otke to the Road & Bridge Advisory Board (approved)
• Reappointed Don Neumann and Morgan Patterson to the Traffic & Safety Advisory Board (approved)
• Appointed Emily Aughtman to the Special Services Board (approved)
• Accepted the auditor’s proposed budget for 2026 (approved)
• Approved Budget Adjustment #8 for $108,360 to the Law Enforcement Fund (approved)
• Approved Budget Adjustment #9 for $50,000 to the Law Enforcement Fund (approved)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for $88,709.28 for Lakewood Subdivision stormwater improvements (approved)

Planning Committee

The Cole County Planning Commission will meet to review several plat applications. The body will consider a replat and three subdivision plats.

• Replat of Lot 19B of Replat Lot 19 Oakdale Acres Replat on Loesch Rd
• Farley Subdivision Minor on Moreau Ridge Rd
• Wooden Gate Estate Minor on Osage Bend Rd
• Final Plat of Signature Ridge Subdivision Sec. 2 Major on Dogwood Trail

The commission approved the minutes from the October 9 meeting unanimously. Four subdivision plats—Replat Lot 19B Oakdale Acres, Farley Subdivision, Wooden Gate Estate, and the final plat of Signature Ridge Subdivision Sec. 2—were each approved unanimously after staff recommendation. No other business was taken.

• Approved October 9 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Replat Lot 19B Oakdale Acres plat (unanimous)
• Approved Farley Subdivision plat (unanimous)
• Approved Wooden Gate Estate plat (unanimous)
• Approved final plat of Signature Ridge Subdivision Sec. 2 (unanimous)

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for security guard services. This is a procedural meeting to receive proposals for project 2025-30.

• Bid opening for 2025-30 SECURITY GUARD SERVICES

The bid opening on November 6, 2025 recorded bids from seven companies for the 2025‑30 Security Guard Services contract. The County stated it will consider the bids. No contracts were awarded or other actions taken at this meeting.

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will review bids and contracts, then move to the 2nd and final reading of Budget Adjustment #7. It will also approve cafeteria plan limits for 2026, discuss the sheriff's department holiday payout, and adopt the 2026 holiday schedule. A proclamation for Family Caregivers Month will be issued, and a closed session will address personnel issues.

• 2nd and Final Reading of Budget Adjustment #7
• Approval of Cafeteria Plan Limits for 2026
• Sheriff’s Department to Discuss Holiday Payout
• Approval of 2026 Holidays
• Closed Session to discuss Personnel Issues

The commission approved a $59,000 court-ordered allocation for the EMS Enterprise Fund. It also approved the sheriff’s department holiday payout and the 2026 cafeteria plan limits, each passing with two affirmative votes. The commission proclaimed November 2025 as Family Caregivers Month, decided to survey staff on 2026 holiday preferences (with the final decision tabled), and held a brief closed session on personnel issues.

• Approved $59,000 EMS Enterprise Fund (2-0)
• Approved Sheriff's Department holiday payout (2-0)
• Approved 2026 Cafeteria Plan limits (2-0)
• Proclaimed November 2025 as Family Caregivers Month
• Decided to survey employees on 2026 holiday preferences; final decision tabled
• Entered closed session to discuss personnel issues (2-0)
• Exited closed session (2-0)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will vote on several contracts and agreements, including an academic affiliation with SSM Health and a public safety recruitment partnership. It will also consider the purchase of two Osage Super Warrior Type I ambulances and a FY25 bulletproof vest grant application. Several budget adjustments will receive their first or second readings, and health insurance rates for 2026 will be discussed.

• Approval and signing of Academic Affiliation Agreement with SSM Health
• Approval of the Purchase of (2) Osage Super Warrior Type I Ambulances
• Approval and signing of Public Safety Recruitment and Retention Participation Agreement
• FY25 Bulletproof Vest Grant Application
• 1st Reading of Budget Adjustment #8

The Cole County Commission approved several contracts, including an academic affiliation with SSM Health, the purchase of two Osage Super Warrior Type I ambulances for $678,584, and a public safety recruitment and retention participation agreement. It also approved the FY25 bulletproof vest grant, renewed health insurance with UMR Sunlife, set employee PPO and HSA contributions at $25 each, adopted a $12,587 court‑order budget adjustment, paid out comp time for a public works employee, and moved unspent marijuana sales tax to the health‑insurance fund. All motions passed with recorded votes, with two dissenting votes on the employee cost and marijuana‑tax motions.

• Approved Academic Affiliation Agreement with SSM Health (3-0)
• Approved purchase of 2 Osage Super Warrior Type I ambulances for $678,584 (3-0)
• Approved Public Safety Recruitment and Retention Participation Agreement (3-0)
• Approved FY25 Bulletproof Vest Grant Application (3-0)
• Approved renewal with UMR Sunlife health insurance (3-0)
• Approved employee PPO $25 and HSA $25 contributions per pay period (2-1)
• Approved Court Order Budget Adjustment #6 for $12,587 General Fund (3-0)
• Approved moving unspent marijuana sales tax to Health Insurance Fund (2-1)

Parks Committee

The Parks Committee will review project status and maintenance updates. Members will discuss a dog leash requirement at County Park and long-range planning for future improvements. The committee will also propose a change to the 2026 meeting schedule.

• Flagpole installation at County Park
• Memorial Tree and Bench Program update
• Discussion on Dog Leash Requirement at County Park
• Long Range Planning for Future Improvements
• Proposed 2026 meeting schedule change to Thursdays

The committee approved an amendment to the agenda and approved the June 3, 2025 meeting minutes. A motion to assign leash laws to all county parks failed on a tie vote. The board set the 2026 meeting dates for March 19, June 18, September 17 and December 17, and agreed to move meetings to Thursdays. The meeting was adjourned at 12:40 p.m.

• Agenda amendment approved (motion by Jim Aslakson, seconded by Hal Dulle)
• June 3, 2025 meeting minutes approved (motion by Jim Aslakson, seconded by Todd Miller)
• Motion to assign leash laws to all county parks failed on tie
• 2026 meeting dates set for March 19, June 18, September 17, December 17
• Agreement to hold future meetings on Thursdays
• Board member terms for Shannon Hawk and Hal Dulle extended and accepted
• No replacement selected for vacant Adam Brown seat at this time
• Meeting adjourned (motion by Shannon Hawk, seconded by Jim Alskala)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will vote on several contracts and purchases, including the approval and signing of Change Order No. 1 for the 2025 Chip Seal Program. Commissioners will also consider the Newman, Comley & Ruth agreement for the Assessor’s Office, a John Deere wheel loader purchase, and the acquisition of two Tahoe vehicles for the Sheriff’s Department. Additional items include a discussion of replacing rooftop HVAC units at the Sheriff’s Department/Jail, a review of accounts payable, and the first reading of Budget Adjustment #6.

• Approval & Signing of Newman, Comley & Ruth Agreement, Assessor’s Office
• Approval & Signing of Change Order No. 1 – 2025 Chip Seal Program
• Discussion of Cole County Sheriff’s Department/Jail – replacement of rooftop HVAC units
• Approval of Advance Purchase of a John Deere Wheel Loader
• Purchase of two Tahoe vehicles for Sheriff’s Department

The commission approved several contracts and financial actions, including the Newman, Comley & Ruth agreement, the 2024 Federal JAG/2026 State Drug Task Force grant award of $108,359.95, and the purchase of a 2025 John Deere 524 wheel loader. It also approved the annual CERF retirement contribution at 4%, a change order for the 2025 Chip Seal program, and a transfer of funds for two sheriff’s department vehicles. An amendment to shift maintenance staff to clean Public Works two days a week was adopted, and a $59,000 budget adjustment for the EMS Enterprise Fund was read for further consideration.

• Approved Newman, Comley & Ruth Agreement (3-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (3-0)
• Approved annual CERF retirement contribution at 4% (3-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for 2025 Chip Seal Program (3-0)
• Approved $108,359.95 2024 Federal JAG / 2026 State Drug Task Force grant (3-0)
• Approved advance purchase of 2025 John Deere 524 Wheel Loader (3-0)
• Approved transfer of funds for two Tahoe vehicles for Sheriff’s Department
• Approved amendment shifting maintenance employees to clean Public Works 4 hours (3-0)

Traffic & Safety Advisory Board

The Cole County Traffic and Safety Advisory Board will meet to discuss citizen requests for traffic control and a board vacancy. The body will also consider the posting of speed limits on all gravel roads.

• Citizen request for 4-way stop at Henwick Lane / Sharon Drive intersection
• Citizen request for traffic calming on Henwick Lane
• Citizen request for stop sign on Lost Valley Lane at Liberty Road
• Discussion on posting speed limits on all gravel roads
• Discussion regarding a vacancy on the board

The board rejected the request for a 4‑way stop at the Henwick Lane/Sharon Drive intersection (vote 3‑2). It approved a stop sign on Lost Valley Lane at Liberty Road (vote 5‑0). The board discussed adding speed‑limit signs to all gravel roads but took no action. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Agenda adoption approved (motion carried)
• Previous meeting minutes approved (motion carried)
• 4‑way stop at Henwick Lane/Sharon Drive rejected (3‑2)
• Stop sign on Lost Valley Lane at Liberty Road approved (5‑0)
• No action on posting speed limits on all gravel roads
• Meeting adjourned (motion carried)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will meet to discuss a request for proposals regarding the 2025-29 towing and storage of motor vehicles. The body will also consider a first reading of Budget Adjustment #6 and a tax credit disbursement for a soccer club.

• MDFB Tax Credit Disbursement Request #4 from Soccer Club
• 2025-29 Towing & Storage of Motor Vehicles RFP
• EMT Clinical Agreement with Lincoln University
• First Reading of Budget Adjustment #6
• Ratification of emergency procurement for Railspur Repairs

The Cole County Commission approved several items, including an emergency procurement to repair Railspur infrastructure for $16,917.93. It also rejected the 2025‑29 towing and storage RFP, accepted assessor schedule adjustments, and approved EMS and grant agreements. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Form of Disbursement Request No. 4 for United Capital City Soccer Club (unanimous)
• Approved Electronic Grant for Firehouse Subs Public Safety Grant (SWAT communication equipment) (unanimous)
• Rejected the 2025‑29 Towing & Storage of Motor Vehicles RFP (unanimous)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (unanimous)
• Accepted Assessor's schedule adjustments for natural disasters, occupancies, and values (unanimous)
• Ratified emergency procurement for Railspur repairs with Capital Railroad Contracting, $16,917.93 (unanimous)
• Approved and signed EMS Program Clinical Agreement with Lincoln University (unanimous)
• Approved participation with Lincoln University as sponsoring agency in Public Safety Explorer Post (unanimous)

Planning Committee

The Cole County Planning Committee will meet to approve minutes from September and review a final replat for Runkel Mobile Home Park Section Two.

• Approval of September 9, 2025 minutes
• Review of Runkel Mobile Home Park Section Two final plat

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting. The commission also unanimously approved the amended plat for Runkel Mobile Home Park Section Two, with one member abstaining. No other business was acted upon.

• Approved minutes from Aug 12, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Runkel Mobile Home Park Sec. Two plat (unanimous, Bemboom abstained)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will sign contracts for a baby box installation, a state tech internship program, and engineering services for Scruggs Station Road and Scherr Drive. The body will also discuss a health department subscription and the purchase of a motor grader.

• Signing of Proposal with GBH for Baby Box installation
• Approval of State Tech Internship Program Agreement
• Approval of Agreement for Engineering Services for Scruggs Station Road and Scherr Drive Stormwater Upgrade Project
• Discussion and Approval of Health Department Smartsheet Subscription
• Approval of Advance Purchase of a Caterpillar Motor Grader

The commission approved several contracts and agreements, including the purchase of a Caterpillar motor grader for $360,920.68. It also accepted the Missouri Blue Shield Grant award, the State Tech Internship Program agreement, and an engineering services agreement for stormwater improvements. Additional approvals covered the Health Department’s Smartsheet subscription and the Assessor’s Errors & Omissions request.

• Approved purchase of Caterpillar motor grader for $360,920.68 (3-0)
• Approved acceptance of SFY 2026 Missouri Blue Shield Grant award (3-0)
• Approved signing of State Tech Internship Program agreement (3-0)
• Approved agreement for professional engineering services for Scruggs Station Rd & Scherr Drive stormwater project (3-0)
• Approved Health Department Smartsheet subscription (3-0)
• Approved Assessor’s Errors & Omissions request (3-0)
• Tabled signing of Baby Box installation proposal (no vote recorded)
• Approved recess until 4:30 p.m. (3-0)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will discuss the Board of Equalization's decision regarding residential property assessment increases. The body will also review emergency procurement for railspur repairs and sign several department contracts.

• Discussion on BOE decision on residential property assessment increases
• Emergency procurement for railspur repairs
• WIC Contract Amendment from MODHSS
• Sheriff's Department contracts with Zimmer Communications and KMIZ
• MODHSS Safe Cribs for Missouri Program Contract

The commission approved five contracts, including a WIC nutrition services amendment, two sheriff department contracts, and a Safe Cribs for Missouri program contract. It also approved the accounts payable after review. A proclamation was issued naming October 5‑11, 2025 as National 4‑H Week. All motions passed with votes from Commissioners Hoelscher and Otto.

• Approved WIC Local Agency Nutrition Services Contract Amendment #1 (Hoelscher Yes, Otto Yes)
• Approved Sheriff’s Department Contract with Zimmer Communications (Hoelscher Yes, Otto Yes)
• Approved Sheriff’s Department Contract with ABC 17 Recruitment Advantage (Hoelscher Yes, Otto Yes)
• Approved Safe Cribs for Missouri Program Contract with MODHSS (Hoelscher Yes, Otto Yes)
• Approved Accounts Payable upon review (Hoelscher Yes, Otto Yes)
• Proclaimed October 5‑11, 2025 as National 4‑H Week

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will vote on several contract approvals, including a contract amendment for maternal child health, a Universal CAMA (DEVNET) contract, and a bid award for 2025‑28 EMS collection services. The board will also consider an emergency purchase with Superior Opening, a resolution for West Green Enterprises, LLC, and a discussion of surplus funds. A closed‑session meeting will address personnel issues. The meeting is scheduled for September 23, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.

• Approval & signing of contract amendment from MODHSS for maternal child health
• Approval & signing of Universal CAMA (DEVNET) contract
• Bid award & contract signing for 2025‑28 EMS collection services
• Emergency purchase with Superior Opening
• Resolution concerning West Green Enterprises, LLC

The Cole County Commission unanimously approved multiple service contracts, including health, technology, and emergency services. It also rejected the 2025‑23 General Cleaning & Janitorial Services bids. The commission entered a closed session for personnel issues and then recessed until the end of the day.

• Approved MODHSS Maternal Child Health Services contract renewal (unanimous vote: Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto)
• Approved Devnet Universal CAMA pricing contract for $7,522.20 (unanimous vote: Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto)
• Awarded EMS Collection Services contract to R.T.R. Financial Services (unanimous vote: Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto)
• Signed Mediacom Business Services Agreement for Prenger Juvenile Center (unanimous vote: Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto)
• Approved emergency purchase of door for Prenger Center from Superior Opening Systems (unanimous vote: Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto)
• Rejected 2025‑23 General Cleaning & Janitorial Services bids (unanimous vote: Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto)
• Entered closed session at 9:37 a.m. for personnel issues (unanimous vote: Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto)
• Exited closed session at 10:22 a.m., recess until 4:30 p.m. (unanimous vote: Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto)

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission will hold a bid opening for the 2025-29 contract to provide towing and storage of motor vehicles. The meeting is scheduled for September 18, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. in the Commission Chambers at 311 E. High Street, Room 200, Jefferson City. Commissioners and staff listed will be present.

• Bid opening for 2025-29 towing and storage of motor vehicles contract

The bid opening was held on September 18, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. A bid was received from DHS Operations LLC for the 2025‑29 towing and storage of motor vehicles contract. The County said it will take the bid into consideration. No formal decision or award was made at this meeting.

County Commission

The Commission will meet to approve accounts payable and several contracts, including a professional services agreement with AP Triton. The body will also discuss janitorial services and a salary study. Other items include grant applications and tax credit disbursements.

• Professional Services Contract with AP Triton
• 2025-23 General Cleaning & Janitorial Services discussion
• MDFB Tax Credit Disbursement Request #3 from Soccer Club
• 2026 LVCP Grant Application
• Change Order #1-2025 Asphalt Overlay Program

The commission voted unanimously to approve and sign the 2026 Local Violent Crime Prevention grant application and Change Order No. 1 for the 2025 Asphalt Overlay Program (Project 2025‑501‑1). It also approved the Accounts Payable pending review, a professional services agreement with AP Triton for the 2024/2025 GEMT return, and a tax‑credit disbursement request from United Capital City Soccer Club. All motions passed with votes of Yes from Commissioners Bushman, Hoelscher, and Otto.

• Approved LVCP grant application (3‑0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Asphalt Overlay Program 2025‑501‑1 (3‑0)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (3‑0)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with AP Triton for GEMT return (3‑0)
• Approved MDFB Tax Credit Disbursement Request #3 for United Capital City Soccer Club (3‑0)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will vote on the award and signing of a contract for inmate transport services covering 2025‑2027. It will also approve a participation agreement with MODHSS for sanitation inspections at childcare facilities for fiscal years 2026‑2028. Additional agenda items include reviews of accounts payable, surplus title signings, and a discussion of health department nursing staff.

• Bid award and contract signing of 2025‑27 inmate transport services
• Approval and signing of MODHSS Cole County CCSI participation agreement FY26‑FY28 (sanitation inspections at childcare facilities)
• Accounts payable review
• Signing of surplus titles
• Health department nursing staff discussion

The commission approved the award of the 2025‑27 Inmate Transport Services contract to Southern Missouri Judicial Services. It also approved signing four vehicle titles for the sheriff’s office. Additional actions included approving a health‑department scope of work, changing an RN position to LPN with added part‑time roles, and authorizing closed‑session and recess motions.

• Approved signing four vehicle titles for the sheriff’s office (unanimous 3‑0)
• Approved health department scope of work for environmental child‑care sanitation (unanimous 3‑0)
• Changed a nursing position from RN to LPN and added part‑time positions (unanimous 3‑0)
• Awarded and signed the 2025‑27 Inmate Transport Services contract to SMOJS (unanimous 3‑0)
• Entered closed session to discuss legal actions (unanimous 3‑0)
• Exited closed session and returned to open session (unanimous 3‑0)
• Moved recess until 4:30 p.m. (unanimous 3‑0)

Planning Committee

The Cole County Planning Commission will review the Wilson Acres Subdivision Minor plat. It will also consider two front‑setback variance requests: one for 8215 W. St. Martins Blvd and another for 10103 Marina Road. Both requests involve adding new shop or showroom structures with specific setback dimensions.

• Review of Wilson Acres Subdivision Minor plat
• 8215 W. St. Martins Blvd – 10' front setback variance for a 100' × 60' shop placed 15' from the edge of St. Martins Blvd, 55' from the road centerline
• 10103 Marina Road – 20' front setback variance for a 116' × 44' showroom/shop addition along the frontage

The commission approved the minutes from the August 12 meeting. It then approved the Wilson Acres Subdivision re‑plat on Idlewood Road, subject to staff recommendations. Two setback variance requests – one for 8215 W. St. Martins Blvd and another for 10103 Marina Road – were also unanimously approved.

• Approved August 12 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Wilson Acres Subdivision re‑plat (unanimous, subject to staff recommendations)
• Approved 10' front setback variance for 8215 W. St. Martins Blvd (unanimous)
• Approved 20' front setback variance for 10103 Marina Road (unanimous)

County Commission

The commission approved four appointments to regional and wastewater boards, including Scott Englund as the CAMPO Small City Representative. It also approved accounts payable pending review and signed contracts for a video surveillance system with Mid MO Telecom & Security and a CPI Telecom sole source. The commission entered a closed session to discuss personnel and computer network issues before recessing until 4:30 p.m.

• Appointed Scott Englund as CAMPO Small City Representative (3-0)
• Appointed Scott Englund to Mid-Mo Regional Planning Commission Board (3-0)
• Appointed Luke Wilbers to Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems & Regulations Board (3-0)
• Appointed Wyn Kelley to Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems & Regulations Board (3-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (3-0)
• Signed contract for 2025-22 Video Surveillance System with Mid MO Telecom & Security (3-0)
• Approved and signed CPI Telecom sole source contract (3-0)
• Entered closed session to discuss personnel and computer network issues (3-0)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will set the 2025 tax levy in a public hearing and approve contracts for internet service, a bridge program, and an EMS fitness program. The body will also discuss future cooperative projects and a closed session on legal actions.

• Public Hearing for Setting 2025 Tax Levy
• Approval of Off-System Bridge Program Supplemental Agreement – Sturbridge Rd
• Approval of MediaCom Internet Service for Health Department
• Approval of Contract with YMCA for EMS Physical Fitness Program
• Discussion of Irrigation for Annex Lawn

The Commission approved the 2025 Road & Bridge tax levy of .2751 and the General Revenue tax levy of .0706. It also endorsed a 10‑year renewal of the Capital Improvement Sales Tax and approved several contracts and grant payments. All motions passed with a unanimous vote of the three commissioners except one YMCA contract vote, which passed despite one dissent.

• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (Bushman Yes, Hoelscher Yes, Otto Yes)
• Endorsed 10‑year renewal of Capital Improvement Sales Tax (Bushman Yes, Hoelscher Yes, Otto Yes)
• Set Road & Bridge tax rate at .2751 for 2025 (Bushman Yes, Hoelscher Yes, Otto Yes)
• Set General Revenue tax rate at .0706 for 2025 (Bushman Yes, Hoelscher Yes, Otto Yes)
• Accepted MoDOT Work Zone Program Order (Bushman Yes, Hoelscher Yes, Otto Yes)
• Approved irrigation and lawn contract for Annex lawn with All‑n‑One Outdoor Solutions (Bushman Yes, Hoelscher Yes, Otto Yes)
• Approved $9,500 tax‑credit disbursement to United Capital City Soccer Club (Bushman Yes, Hoelscher Yes, Otto Yes)
• Approved YMCA EMS facilities contract $800/month (Bushman Yes, Hoelscher No, Otto Yes)

Bid Openings

The County of Cole received six bids for the 2025‑23 General Cleaning & Janitorial Services contract. The bidders listed were DCC Janitorial, After Hours Building Maintenance, Jani King of Columbia, Global Maintenance Group LLC, Deep Kleen and Maintenance LLC, Woodley Building Maintenance, and Janco FS3 LLC dba Velocity Services. The county stated it will take these bids into consideration. No approvals, rejections, or votes were recorded.

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will discuss the 2025 tax levy, the Circuit Court budget, and the renovation of the Emergency Services Building. The body will also review updates on the Cole County Juvenile Center and the MU Extension Program.

• Discussion of Tax Levy for 2025
• Discussion of Professional Services Proposal for the Renovation of the Emergency Services Building
• Huber and Associates Agreement for Router Replacement(s)
• Bid Award for 2025 Concrete Joint Sealing Project
• Bid Award for 2025-26 Fleet Vehicle Maintenance for Sheriff Dept

The commission adopted the 2025 county budget, leaving salary figures to be finalized by September 1. It approved a series of contracts, including the EMS Station Phase 1 study, security cameras for the Health Department, router replacements, concrete sealing, video surveillance, and sheriff fleet maintenance. The MODOT Program Order Grant was tabled until next week.

• Adopted 2025 county budget (salaries pending) – motion passed by Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto
• Approved EMS Station Phase 1 preliminary study contract ($10,350 plus $1,500 optional) – motion passed
• Approved Precision Security LLC contract for Health Department security cameras – motion passed
• Approved Huber & Associates router replacement agreement ($7,218.72 each for Health and Public Works) – motion passed
• Approved Sweetens Sealing Services LLC concrete joint sealing contract ($76,453.96) – motion passed
• Awarded Video Surveillance System Enhancement to Mid Mo Telecom & Security – motion passed
• Awarded Sheriff Department fleet vehicle maintenance contracts to Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair and Big O Tires – motion passed
• Tabled MODOT Program Order Grant until next week

Bid Openings

The board received and opened bids for the 2025‑27 Prisoner Transportation Services contract, with two bidders submitted. It also opened bids for the 2025‑28 Collection Services contract, also with two bidders. No contracts were awarded; the county will consider the bids at a later date.

Road & Bridge Advisory Board

The Road & Bridge Advisory Board voted unanimously to endorse a 10‑year sunset for the next ½‑cent sales tax that will appear on the April 2026 ballot. It also approved a one‑year extension of Centertown’s TAP project agreement and authorized Wardsville to use leftover funds to finish the Falcon Lane overlay. All three motions passed unanimously.

• Endorsed 10‑year sunset for next ½‑cent sales tax (unanimous)
• Granted Centertown a one‑year extension of its project agreement deadline (unanimous)
• Approved Wardsville’s use of leftover funds to complete Falcon Lane overlay (unanimous)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will meet to review accounts payable and discuss lawn mowing and snow removal services. The body is scheduled to sign several contracts and award bids for county services.

• Bid award for 2025-22 Video Surveillance System Enhancement
• Bid award and contract signing for 2025-25 Inmate Food Service
• Contract signing for 2025-21 Salary Study
• Approval and signing of a quote with Don Brown Chevrolet
• Signing of 2025 MOU with Local Public Health Agencies for Access to State Vital Records System

The commission approved several contracts, including a health data memorandum of understanding, the Summer Food Service and At‑Risk Afterschool Program agreement, a $54,928.00 purchase of a 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe, an inmate food services contract with Trinity Services Group, a salary study with Condrey & Associates, and the appointment of Samuel Gibson as Emergency Management Director. The bid award for the 2025‑22 Video Surveillance System Enhancement was tabled, and no bids were received for lawn mowing and snow removal services.

• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Missouri Dept. of Health & Senior Services (Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto Yes)
• Approved Summer Food Service and At‑Risk Afterschool Program 2025‑2026 Agreement (Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto Yes)
• Approved purchase of 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe for $54,928.00 (Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto Yes)
• Awarded 2025‑25 Inmate Food Services Agreement to Trinity Services Group (Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto Yes)
• Approved Salary Study contract with Condrey & Associates (Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto Yes)
• Approved appointment of Samuel Gibson as Emergency Management Director (Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto Yes)
• Tabled bid award for 2025‑22 Video Surveillance System Enhancement (no vote recorded)
• Noted no bids received for lawn mowing / snow removal services (discussion only)

Planning Committee

The commission approved the minutes from the July 8, 2025 meeting unanimously. It unanimously approved the James and Susan Bruemmer Subdivision plat on Horseshoe Bend Road and the Braun Acres plat on Giggins Creek Road, each subject to staff recommendations. The commission also unanimously approved a front‑setback variance for 2834 Foxdale Drive. No other business was considered.

• Approved July 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved James and Susan Bruemmer Subdivision plat, Horseshoe Bend Rd (unanimous, subject to staff recommendations)
• Approved Braun Acres plat, Giggins Creek Rd (unanimous, subject to staff recommendations)
• Approved 2834 Foxdale Drive front‑setback variance (unanimous)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission approved a $106,964 court‑order budget adjustment for the 2026 DSSSF‑16 program. It also approved several contracts and ordinances, including a $7,000 ASPCA grant, a $25,110 TelStrat Engage contract, a fire‑alarm system replacement contract, and a $20,366.25 repeater equipment purchase. All motions passed unanimously (Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto).

• Approved $7,000 ASPCA grant (Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto)
• Approved $25,110 TelStrat Engage contract (Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto)
• Approved fire‑alarm system replacement contract for Prenger Family Center (Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto)
• Approved $106,964 budget adjustment #5 for 2026‑DSSSF‑16 (Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto)
• Adopted Cole County Property Protection Ordinance (Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto)
• Resent June 14, 2004 Ordinance on Burning on County Roadways (Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto)
• Approved $20,366.25 repeater equipment purchase from A & W Communications (Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto)
• Approved accounts payable pending review (Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto)

Bid Openings

The county received no bids for the 2025‑24 lawn mowing and snow removal contract. Bids were received and opened for the 2025‑25 Food Service Program from Summit Correctional Services and Trinity Services Group. The county stated it will take these food service bids into consideration. No formal votes or approvals were recorded.

• No bids received for 2025‑24 Lawn Mowing & Snow Removal Services (no decision)
• Bids opened for 2025‑25 Food Service Program from Summit Correctional Services and Trinity Services Group (no vote recorded)
• County will consider the Food Service Program bids (intent noted, no formal decision)

County Commission

The commission approved a Program Services Contract with the Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services for WIC Local Agency Nutrition Services (10/1/2025‑9/30/2026). It also awarded a $14,300 fire alarm replacement contract to Korsmeyer Fire Protection and a $52,500 salary study contract to Condrey & Associates. The Public Health Emergency Preparedness Grant contract was signed, and the ASPCA Grant Application was tabled.

• Approved WIC nutrition services contract (3‑0 vote)
• Awarded fire alarm replacement contract to Korsmeyer Fire Protection for $14,300 (3‑0 vote)
• Awarded salary study contract to Condrey & Associates for $52,500 (3‑0 vote)
• Signed Public Health Emergency Preparedness Grant contract (3‑0 vote)
• Tabled ASPCA Grant Application (no vote recorded)
• Moved to recess until 4:30 p.m. (3‑0 vote)

Bid Openings

On July 24, 2025, the Cole County Purchasing Agent and Chief Deputy Clerk opened bids for the 2025‑26 Sheriff's Department Vehicle Fleet Maintenance contract. Four bidders—Joe Machens Capital City Ford (Jefferson City), Joe Machens Ford Lincoln (Columbia), Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair, and Big O Tires—submitted proposals. The county stated it will consider these bids. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

County Commission

The commission appointed MacKinley Kennedy to the Emergency Radio System Committee and Sam Gibson to the Safety Committee. It approved the renewal of Contract No. 2021-18 for janitorial supplies with Hillyard Inc., approved pending accounts payable, and approved a $106,964 grant award. A first reading of Budget Adjustment #5 was taken with no action, and the commission recessed until 4:30 p.m.

• Appointed MacKinley Kennedy to the Emergency Radio System Committee (unanimous)
• Appointed Sam Gibson to the Safety Committee (unanimous)
• Approved and signed Contract No. 2021-18 renewal with Hillyard Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved pending Accounts Payable (unanimous)
• Approved and signed 2026 DSSSF Grant Award of $106,964 (unanimous)
• First reading of Budget Adjustment #5 for $106,964 Law Enforcement; no action taken
• Recessed the meeting until 4:30 p.m. (unanimous)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission approved the 2025‑2026 Accurate Controls maintenance agreement for the county jail. It also approved a change order for the Bridgehampton Subdivision pavement replacement, purchased a Cradlepoint wireless router for EMS Station 4, and signed audit representation letters for FY 23‑24. The commissioners voted to attend a Chamber meeting on the city‑county capital‑improvement sales tax and recessed the meeting until 4:30 p.m.

• Approved and signed 2025‑2026 Accurate Controls Maintenance Agreement for Cole County Jail (3‑0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Bridgehampton Subdivision Pavement Replacement, Project 2024‑505‑1 (3‑0)
• Approved purchase of Cradlepoint Wireless Router for EMS Station 4 (3‑0)
• Approved and signed SFY 23 and 24 GEMT Audit Representation Letters (3‑0)
• Authorized Presiding Commissioner and Commission to attend Chamber meeting on capital‑improvement sales tax (3‑0)
• Recessed meeting until 4:30 p.m. (3‑0)

Bid Openings

The board opened bids for the 2025‑22 Video Surveillance System Enhancement & Expansion. Six companies submitted bids. The County said it will consider the bids. No approvals or other actions were taken.

County Commission

The Cole County Commission approved several contracts and purchases, all by unanimous vote. Items approved included a contract with Autonomy Today LLC for inmate medical records, engineering services for Westview Heights stormwater improvements, and small purchases for the EMS station and office furniture. The commission also entered and later exited a closed‑session meeting to discuss legal and personnel matters.

• Approved Autonomy Today LLC contract for inmate medical records (3-0)
• Approved Bartlett & West engineering services contract $75,504.00 for Westview Heights stormwater improvements (3-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (3-0)
• Approved kitchen table for Cole County EMS Station $4,150.00 (3-0)
• Approved purchase of six chairs from Samco $2,405.01 (3-0)
• Entered closed session at 10:13 a.m. to discuss legal and personnel matters (3-0)
• Exited closed session at 10:40 a.m., recess until 4:30 p.m. (3-0)

Planning Committee

The commission approved the Replat of Lot 26 on Friendship Road, the Stoney Ridge Subdivision Plat 3 on Stoney Gap Road, and both the preliminary and final plats for the Split Arrow Subdivision on Heritage Highway. All approvals were unanimous and subject to staff recommendations. No other business was taken.

• Approved Replat Lot 26 Signature Ridge Sec. 1 – Friendship Rd (unanimous)
• Approved Stoney Ridge Subdivision Plat 3 – Stoney Gap Rd (unanimous)
• Approved Split Arrow Subdivision preliminary plat – Heritage Hwy (unanimous)
• Approved Split Arrow Subdivision final plat – Heritage Hwy (unanimous)

County Commission

The commission approved a $24,040.88 contract with BlackRoads Group for the 2025 pavement seal project. It also approved a $6,489.82 supplement agreement with Gredell Engineering for stormwater improvements in Lakewood Subdivision and a $9,942.00 court order funding the law‑enforcement LLEBG grant. A deadline of July 29 9:00 a.m. was set to resolve onsite sewage issues on Rockhouse Road in Russellville. The commission entered and later exited a closed‑session to discuss personnel matters.

• Approved $24,040.88 BlackRoads pavement seal contract (3-0)
• Approved $6,489.82 Gredell Engineering supplement agreement (3-0)
• Approved request for project extension on South Brooks Drive stormwater improvement (3-0)
• Approved $9,942.00 Court Order #4 for Law Enforcement Fund LLEBG grant (3-0)
• Set July 29 9:00 a.m. deadline for solution to Rockhouse Rd onsite sewage issue (3-0)
• Entered closed session for personnel matters (3-0)
• Exited closed session and recessed until 4:30 p.m. (3-0)

Bid Openings

The County of Cole opened bids for the 2025-16 Fire Alarm System Replacement at the Prenger Family Center. Three bidders submitted amounts: Korsmeyer Fire Protection $14,300.00, CertaSite $28,585.00, and Tech Electronics $21,275.00. The County stated it will take these bids into consideration. No award or other action was decided at this meeting.

County Commission

The commission approved the Banking Services Contract with Central Trust Bank, the Air Service Guarantee Participation Agreement for Columbia airport, and a lobbying services contract with R.J. Scherr & Associates. It also authorized floor replacement work for the Recorder’s Office, a $65,780 five‑year EMS contract with Hamilton Medical, digital signage for the Annex Building, and a $21,085.94 desktop grant for the Prenger Family Center. Additionally, the amendment to the Senior Real Estate Property Tax Relief Program ordinance was adopted by a 2‑1 vote. All motions were passed with the recorded vote tallies.

• Approved Banking Services Contract with Central Trust Bank (3-0)
• Approved Air Service Guarantee Participation Agreement for Columbia airport (2-1)
• Approved Contract for Lobbying Services with R.J. Scherr & Associates (3-0)
• Approved floor replacement for Recorder’s Office (3-0)
• Approved 5‑year EMS contract with Hamilton Medical for $65,780 (3-0)
• Approved digital signage for Annex Building ($3,029.00) (3-0)
• Approved desktop replacements grant for Prenger Family Center ($21,085.94) (3-0)
• Approved amendment to Senior Real Estate Property Tax Relief Program ordinance (2-1)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission voted unanimously to approve several service contracts, contract renewals, a change order, and a surplus title transfer. It also accepted the County Collector's annual settlement and approved a $27,050 repair to the Sheriff's Department HVAC unit. A budget adjustment for a law‑enforcement grant was read but not acted on.

• Approved DHSS Contract for Adult Brain Injury Program Service Coordination (7/1/2025‑6/30/2026) (3‑0)
• Approved Renewal 1 of Food Products Contract No. 2024‑17 for Prenger Family Center with Kohl Wholesale (3‑0)
• Approved renewal of Independent Contractor Agreement with JCMG for Show Me Healthy Women Program (3‑0)
• Approved Change Order #1 for 2025‑17 Interview Room Recording System, $2,714.00 (3‑0)
• Accepted County Collector Annual Settlement for year ended 2‑28‑2025 (3‑0)
• Signed Surplus Title on 2019 Ambulance used by Cole County EMS, VIN 1FDXE4FS2KDC24779 (3‑0)
• Approved Missouri Development Finance Board Disbursement Request for United Capital Soccer Club Tax Credit Program (3‑0)
• Approved repairs to HVAC Unit #9 for $27,050.00 (3‑0)

Bid Openings

The County of Cole held a bid opening for the 2025-21 Salary Study on June 16, 2025. Bids were received from ten vendors, including Paypoint HR and Salary.com. The County stated it will take these bids into consideration. No contracts were awarded or decisions made at this meeting.

County Commission

The commission approved several contracts and purchases, including a $385,246 inmate medical services contract, a $26,640 furnace for the Prenger Youth Center, and a $9,189.32 copier for Juvenile services. It also approved a local law enforcement block grant for radio and speakers, and authorized a closed‑session to discuss real estate and computer systems. All motions passed unanimously with three yes votes.

• Approved $26,640 supplemental furnace contract for Prenger Youth Center (3-0)
• Approved $9,189.32 copier purchase for Juvenile services (3-0)
• Approved Rooftop Stairway contract for Sheriff's Department with Industrial Enterprises (3-0)
• Approved $2,690 EMS lockers purchase from Salsbury Industries (3-0)
• Approved $2,912.67 desktop laser engraver purchase from Johnson Plastics for EMS (3-0)
• Approved $385,246 Inmate Medical Services Contract with Comprehensive Correctional Care (3-0)
• Approved FY2024 Local Law Enforcement Block Grant award for radio and speakers (3-0)
• Approved move to Closed Session to discuss real estate and computer systems (3-0)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission approved three unanimous motions: appointing Matt Prenger to the Careleave Committee, purchasing furniture for EMS Station 4, and adopting the Chief of Emergency Services job description. The commission also entered a closed session to discuss personnel issues and later recessed until the end of the day. All votes were Yes from Commissioners Bushman, Hoelscher, and Otto.

• Approved Matt Prenger as Careleave Committee member (unanimous: Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto)
• Approved purchase of fire station furniture for EMS Station 4 (unanimous: Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto)
• Approved Chief of Emergency Services job description (unanimous: Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto)
• Entered closed session to discuss personnel issues (unanimous: Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto)
• Exited closed session and recessed until 4:30 p.m. (unanimous: Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto)

Parks Committee

The Parks Committee approved new member Hal Dulle and adopted the agenda and prior minutes. The committee decided to install a flagpole at the County Park pavilion. The county commission agreed to seal‑coat the walking trail and widen the PAL baseball field entrance, with funding identified from the sales tax and parks budget.

• Approved Hal Dulle as committee member (motion passed)
• Adopted agenda (motion passed)
• Approved March 20, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Decided to install flagpole at County Park pavilion (no vote recorded)
• Commission agreed to seal‑coat walking trail around County Park lake (funded by sales tax)
• Commission agreed to widen entrance to PAL baseball fields (funded from parks budget)
• Commission agreed to Thoenen Park improvements tied to city sewer pump project (funded from road & bridge or sales tax)
• Planned to pursue a grant for County Park playground improvements (no action taken)

Bid Openings

The County’s Purchasing Agent opened bids for the 2025‑20 Roof Access Stairs project for the Cole County Sheriff’s Department. Two bidders submitted proposals: Kendall, LLC for $99,500.00 and Industrial Enterprises Inc. for $82,210.00. The County will consider the bids but no award or decision was made.

County Commission

The commission approved and signed an agreement with the Cole County Fire Protection District to improve the fire station facility. It also approved pending accounts payable, signed an outlay report for an EDA grant reimbursement on the railroad spur extension, and set the maintenance position wage at $17 per hour. Additionally, the commission recessed until 4:30 p.m.

• Approved fire station facility improvement agreement (3-0)
• Approved pending accounts payable (3-0)
• Approved signing outlay report and EDA grant reimbursement for railroad spur extension (3-0)
• Approved $17.00 per hour wage for new maintenance department applicant (3-0)
• Approved recess until 4:30 p.m. (3-0)

County Commission

The commission approved several contracts and grant applications, including a $215,570.60 State Drug Task Force grant for the sheriff’s department and equipment quotes for Public Works. It also approved renewal contracts for vehicle equipment and telephone/video visitation services, as well as a $168,000 grant for the juvenile center. The medical services agreement with Leidos QTC Health Services was tabled pending receipt of the contract. The commission entered and later exited a closed‑session to discuss security matters.

• Approved quotes from Knapheide & Henderson for three Public Works trucks (Commissioner Bushman Yes, Commissioner Hoelscher Yes, Commissioner Otto Yes)
• Approved DSSF Grant Application for the Sheriff's Department (Commissioner Bushman Yes, Commissioner Hoelscher Yes, Commissioner Otto Yes)
• Approved State Drug Task Force grant $215,570.60 for the Sheriff's Department (Commissioner Bushman Yes, Commissioner Hoelscher Yes, Commissioner Otto Yes)
• Approved Renewal 2 Contract No 2023-13 for vehicle equipment repair with Wireless USA & Turn‑Key Mobile (Commissioner Bushman Yes, Commissioner Hoelscher Yes, Commissioner Otto Yes)
• Approved Renewal 2 Contract No 2022-21 for telephone & video visitation services with Homewav (Commissioner Bushman Yes, Commissioner Hoelscher Yes, Commissioner Otto Yes)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (Commissioner Bushman Yes, Commissioner Hoelscher Yes, Commissioner Otto Yes)
• Approved Court Order #3 for $168,000 grant for the Juvenile Center (Commissioner Bushman Yes, Commissioner Hoelscher Yes, Commissioner Otto Yes)
• Tabled Medical Services Agreement with Leidos QTC Health Services pending contract receipt

Road and Bridge - Stormwater Management Advisory Committee (SMAC)

The SMAC adopted the printed agenda and approved the May 23, 2024 meeting minutes. The committee scheduled its next meeting for May 15, 2025. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Agenda approved (motion by Greg Bowman, seconded by Larry Bishop)
• May 23, 2024 meeting minutes approved (motion by James Wunderlich, seconded by Bruce Dawson)
• Next meeting date set for May 15, 2025
• Meeting adjourned (motion by Larry Buishop, seconded by Harry Otto)

Road & Bridge Advisory Board

The Cole County Road and Bridge Advisory Board adopted the meeting agenda and approved the minutes from the November 21, 2024 meeting. No other actions were taken; the remainder of the session was devoted to project status reports and discussion of future sales‑tax funding. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 15, 2025.

• Agenda approved (motion passed)
• November 21, 2024 meeting minutes approved (motion passed)
• Meeting adjourned (motion passed)

County Commission

The commission approved three contracts: an amendment for the ARPA Drug Free Youth subrecipient agreement, a $19,743.99 audio/video equipment upgrade, and a concrete products award to Wieberg Red E Mix. It also approved the signing of titles for two 2018 Ford Utility Sheriff vehicles, and authorized pending accounts payable. The Medical Services Agreement with Leidos QTC Health Services was tabled. All motions passed with votes from Commissioners Bushman, Hoelscher, and Otto.

• Approved ARPA Subrecipient Amendment for Drug Free Youth (unanimous)
• Approved Audio/Video Equipment Upgrade contract $19,743.99 (unanimous)
• Awarded 2025-18 Concrete & Concrete Products to Wieberg Red E Mix (unanimous)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (unanimous)
• Signed titles for two 2018 Ford Utility Sheriff vehicles (unanimous)
• Tabled Medical Services Agreement with Leidos QTC Health Services
• Approved recess until 4:30 p.m. (unanimous)

Planning Committee

The commission approved the minutes from the April 8, 2025 meeting unanimously. It also unanimously approved the Wolken River Bunch – South Bend Rd – MECO plat and the Sunrise Ridge – Sunrise Drive – MECO plat, each subject to staff recommendations. Additionally, a side and front setback variance for 3811 & 3813 Lost Valley Lane was unanimously approved, also subject to staff recommendations.

• Approved minutes of April 8, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Wolken River Bunch – South Bend Rd – MECO plat (unanimous, subject to staff recommendations)
• Approved Sunrise Ridge – Sunrise Drive – MECO plat (unanimous, subject to staff recommendations)
• Approved 3811 & 3813 Lost Valley Lane setback variance (unanimous, subject to staff recommendations)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

County Commission

The commission approved several contracts, including a $10,000 engineering services agreement with Gredell Engineering Resources, a $102,890.70 construction contract with Corrective Asphalt Materials for the 2025 Pavement Preservation Seal Program, $4,014.00 appliance purchases for EMS Station 4, and three Flex Alert devices from US Digital Designs. They also approved a letter of support for a MoDOT FRE grant for the CART transload facility. Two items were tabled: an amendment with the Council for Drug Free Youth and a medical services agreement with Leidos QTC Health Services. A budget adjustment of $168,000 for the Juvenile Center was read but not acted on.

• Approved Professional Engineering Services Agreement with Gredell Engineering Resources for $10,000 (vote: Bushman Yes, Hoelscher Yes, Otto Yes)
• Approved Construction Contract with Corrective Asphalt Materials, LLC for $102,890.70 (vote: Bushman Yes, Hoelscher Yes, Otto Yes)
• Approved appliance purchases through Coleman Appliance for $4,014 for EMS Station 4 (vote: Bushman Yes, Hoelscher Yes, Otto Yes)
• Approved purchase of 3 Flex Alert Devices and service contract with US Digital Designs (vote: Bushman Yes, Hoelscher Yes, Otto Yes)
• Approved signing of Letter of Support for FRE Grant through MoDOT for CART transload facility (vote: Bushman Yes, Hoelscher Yes, Otto Yes)
• Budget Adjustment #3 for $168,000 Juvenile Center read; no action taken
• Amendment with Council for Drug Free Youth ARPA Subrecipient Agreement tabled
• Medical Services Agreement with Leidos QTC Health Services tabled

Bid Openings

The bid opening for the 2025-19 Banking Services contract was held on May 5, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. Central Bank was the sole bidder. The County said it will take the bid into consideration. No formal decision or vote was recorded.

County Commission

The commission voted unanimously to approve a series of contracts and agreements. These included a $19,743.99 award to Will West Music & Sound for audio‑video equipment, a memorandum with the City of Jefferson for storm‑water and sewer work, and several renewals for public‑works, medical‑director, biometric, and sheriff’s server services. They also approved pending accounts payable, signed the surplus title for a 2010 Ford, and set a two‑week adjournment on the Russellville onsite‑sewage discussion.

• Approved $19,743.99 Audio Video Equipment Upgrade contract with Will West Music & Sound (3-0)
• Signed MOU with City of Jefferson for storm‑water and sewer improvements in Westview Heights (3-0)
• Re‑signed Architect Agreement for Public Works Shop Expansion (3-0)
• Renewed Independent Contractor Agreement with Dr. Eric Caywood for Medical Director Services (3-0)
• Approved Contract for MODHSS for Staff Biometric Services (3-0)
• Approved Agreement with Huber & Associates for Sheriff’s Department servers (3-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (3-0)
• Signed Surplus Title for 2010 Ford VIN 1FMEU7DEXAUA37412 (3-0)

Traffic & Safety Advisory Board

The board approved a reduction of the speed limit on Hemstreet Road from 45 mph to 35 mph. Requests for autistic‑child and deaf‑child signage were denied. The board also approved a stop sign at Silo Hill Lane and Bald Hill Road, and adopted the meeting agenda and prior minutes.

• Approved speed limit reduction on Hemstreet Road to 35 mph (motion passed)
• Denied autistic‑child area signage request (motion carried)
• Denied deaf‑child area signage request (motion carried)
• Approved installation of stop sign on Silo Hill Lane at Bald Hill Road (motion passed)
• Approved meeting agenda (motion passed)
• Approved October 17, 2024 meeting minutes (motion passed)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission approved multiple contracts and purchases, the largest being a $106,890 agreement for architect services for the Public Works shop expansion at the Monticello Facility. Other approvals included a recording system, traffic engineering services, EMS radios, radio commercials, a report management system, and a Chevrolet Traverse for the Public Administrator. All motions passed with votes from Commissioners Bushman, Hoelscher, and Otto.

• Approved $39,654 Interview Room Recording System contract with Mid MO Telecom & Security; motion passed with votes of Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto
• Approved $8,800 Adult Brain Injury Program Service Coordination amendment; motion passed with votes of Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto
• Approved $106,890 Architect Services agreement for Public Works shop expansion; motion passed with votes of Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto
• Approved $10,000 Professional Engineering Services for Traffic Engineering; motion passed with votes of Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto
• Approved $17,082.59 purchase of batteries and portable radios for EMS; motion passed with votes of Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto
• Approved $16,062.50 Zimmer Communications radio commercials contract for Sheriff's Dept; motion passed with votes of Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto
• Approved $33,675 Enterpol Report Management System contract for Sheriff's Dept; motion passed with votes of Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto
• Approved $39,893 purchase of 2025 Chevrolet Traverse AWD for Public Administrator; motion passed with votes of Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto

Bid Openings

The purchasing agent and chief deputy clerk opened the bid for the 2025-18 Concrete and Concrete Products contract. The only bidder listed was Wieberg Red‑E‑Mix. The county stated it will take the bid into consideration, but no award or other action was decided.

County Commission

The commission awarded the 2025 Asphalt Overlay Program to Higgins Asphalt Paving and the 2025 Chip Seal Program to Missouri Petroleum Products, both with unanimous votes. It also approved pending accounts payable. The commission entered and later exited a closed‑session to discuss legal actions and personnel issues, and recessed the meeting until 4:30 p.m.

• Approved 2025 Asphalt Overlay Program contract to Higgins Asphalt Paving (3-0)
• Approved 2025 Chip Seal Program contract to Missouri Petroleum Products (3-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (3-0)
• Entered closed session to discuss legal actions and personnel issues (3-0)
• Exited closed session and recessed until 2:00 p.m. (3-0)
• Recessed meeting until 4:30 p.m. (2-0, 1 absent)

Bid Openings

The board opened bids for the 2025 Asphalt Overland Program (Project No. 2025-501-1) and the 2025 Chip Seal Program (Project No. 2025-502-1). Higgins Asphalt bid $562,512.13 and Jefferson Asphalt bid $588,370.70 for the asphalt project. Missouri Petroleum and Vance Brothers submitted base and alternate bids for the chip seal project. No decisions were made; the county will review the bids.

Bid Openings

The Cole County board opened bids for the 2025-13 Audio Video Equipment Upgrade and the 2025-17 Interview Room Recording System. Several vendors submitted proposals for each project. The County stated it will consider all bids. No approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

County Commission

The Cole County Commission reappointed Harry Otto to the Heartland Port Authority and approved a series of contracts and agreements, including a livescan service, safe‑haven baby box services, an ambulance purchase, HVAC replacement, and storm‑water change orders. They also approved a donation agreement for a life‑size bronze Missouri mule sculpture. All motions passed with unanimous or near‑unanimous votes.

• Reappointed Harry Otto to Heartland Port Authority (Bushman Yes, Hoelscher Yes, Otto Abstain)
• Approved and signed IDEMIA Service Agreement for Livescan Machine for Sheriff’s Dept (Bushman Yes, Hoelscher Yes, Otto Yes)
• Approved and signed Lease and Service Agreement with Safe Haven Baby Boxes, Inc. (Bushman Yes, Hoelscher Yes, Otto Yes)
• Approved and signed Agreement with Architects Alliance for Safe Haven Baby Box design services (Bushman Yes, Hoelscher Yes, Otto Yes)
• Approved purchase of 2025 F550 Osage Super Warrior Ambulance for $318,672.00 (Bushman Yes, Hoelscher Yes, Otto Yes)
• Awarded 2025‑15 HVAC Replacement for Maintenance building to Centech and Associates for $34,900.00 (Bushman Yes, Hoelscher Yes, Otto Yes)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Glenstone Court Stormwater Improvements Project for $500.00 (Bushman Yes, Hoelscher Yes, Otto Yes)
• Approved Mule Agreement for life‑size bronze sculpture donation (Bushman Yes, Hoelscher Yes, Otto Yes)

Planning Committee

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the March 11, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved the PLEUS Cabinets – Big Meadows Spur replat, subject to staff recommendations. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous motion.

• Approved March 11, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved PLEUS Cabinets – Big Meadows Spur replat (unanimous, subject to staff recommendations)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

County Commission

The commission met at 1:30 p.m. and voted to go into closed session to discuss personnel issues. The motion, made by Commissioner Hoelscher and seconded by Commissioner Otto, passed with Commissioner Bushman, Commissioner Hoelscher, and Commissioner Otto each voting Yes. A second motion to end the closed session at 4:25 p.m. also passed with all three commissioners voting Yes. The meeting adjourned at 4:30 p.m.

• Motion to enter closed session on personnel issues passed (Commissioner Bushman Yes, Commissioner Hoelscher Yes, Commissioner Otto Yes)
• Motion to exit closed session at 4:25 p.m. passed (Commissioner Bushman Yes, Commissioner Hoelscher Yes, Commissioner Otto Yes)

County Commission

The commission adopted a $22,990 court‑order budget adjustment for the General Revenue Fund. It also approved several contracts, including a fire station renovation award of $125,880 and a professional‑services award to Architects Alliance. Additional actions included appointing Hal Dulle to the Parks Committee and joining a class‑action lawsuit against Walgreens.

• Adopted Court Order Budget Adjustment #2 for $22,990 to General Revenue Fund (3‑0)
• Awarded 2025‑14 renovation of Fire Protection District Station 2 to GBH Builders for $125,880 (3‑0)
• Approved professional services award to Architects Alliance for Public Works shop renovations (3‑0)
• Appointed Hal Dulle to serve the remainder of the Cole County Parks Committee term (3‑0)
• Joined class‑action lawsuit against Walgreens and signed Service Agreement with Optum (3‑0)
• Signed Addendum to contract with The Nunn Company (3‑0)
• Approved Health Department Irrigation Service Contract with All‑n‑One (3‑0)
• Renewed Elevator Maintenance & Repair Services with Otis Elevator Company, Contract 2022‑14 (3‑0)

Bid Openings

The board opened bids for the Lakewood Subdivision Stormwater Improvements Project No. 2023-201-1. Four companies submitted bids ranging from $537,490.68 to $758,410.45. The county will evaluate the bids. No decisions were made at this meeting.

Bid Openings

The bid opening session received proposals for the 2025-15 HVAC unit replacement at the Cole County Maintenance Building and for the 2025-14 renovations of the Cole County Fire Protection District Station 2. Four bidders submitted HVAC amounts ranging from $24,200.00 to $29,250.00, and GBH Builders submitted a base bid of $78,600.00 plus options for doors, windows, flooring, and air purification. The county stated it will take all bids into consideration.

County Commission

The Cole County Commission signed the Blue Shield Community Resolution and approved several contracts, including a full release of claim against the City of Jefferson and a quit‑claim deed for the Business 50 W project. It also approved the Safe Kids Trailer Storage at the Emergency Management Building and ordered wall cabinets and AED signs. The commission amended the Senior Tax Freeze application and authorized purchases of Docusign envelopes and Therefore Capture licenses.

• Signed Blue Shield Community Resolution (passed: Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto)
• Approved Full Release of Claim against City of Jefferson (passed: Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto)
• Signed Quit‑Claim Deed for excess Right of Way from Business 50 W Project (passed: Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto)
• Ordered 10 wall cabinets and 14 AED wall signs (passed: Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto)
• Approved TextMyGov Partnership Agreement for Collector’s Office (passed: Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto)
• Approved Safe Kids Trailer Storage at Emergency Management Building (passed: Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto)
• Amended Senior Tax Freeze application to remove Section 3 Subsection C and notarization requirement (passed: Bushman, Hoelscher)
• Approved Docusign Solution for 1,000 envelopes at $5,054.40 (passed: Bushman, Hoelscher)

Parks Committee

The committee amended the agenda to add a geese discussion item and approved the amendment. They approved the September 3, 2024 meeting minutes. A motion to pursue a Parks Foundation non‑profit organization was passed. The meeting was adjourned and several actions were assigned, including contacting the Missouri Conservation Department about geese and tabling a trail‑maintenance cost estimate.

• Amended agenda approved (added geese item)
• September 3, 2024 meeting minutes approved
• Approved pursuit of a Parks Foundation non‑profit (motion passed)
• Meeting adjourned (motion passed)
• Matt Prenger assigned to contact Missouri Conservation Department about geese relocation
• Recommendation to table crack seal and seal coating estimate until next meeting