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Ferguson public meetings in 2024

95 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 16, 2024

Civilian Review Board

Ferguson CRB to review complaint investigations and discuss posting summaries on Facebook

The Ferguson Civilian Review Board will hold a closed meeting on December 16, 2024 at 6:00 PM at City Hall. The board will go into closed session under state law for personnel matters. They will review pending and completed complaint investigations and discuss posting summaries of complaints on Facebook. The meeting is closed to the public.

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Mon Dec 16, 2024

Human Rights Commission

HRC to review Advocate of the Year nominations and plan Spring Event

The Human Rights Commission will discuss and submit nominations for the Human Rights Advocate of the Year award, and continue planning the Spring Event scheduled for May 16, 2025, including sponsor outreach and co-hosting with PROUD. The commission will also discuss the process for filing HRC complaints to the city council.

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Tue Dec 10, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on drone contract and business license changes

The Ferguson City Council will consider resolutions to select a contractor for drone use and to appoint a school district member to the economic development sales tax commission, as well as a bill amending business license regulations. The agenda also includes a community policing update from the police chief, a presentation of the annual audit report, and a closed session for legal, real estate, personnel, or contract negotiations.

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✓ Decided: Council approves drone and body camera contract, passes business license ordinance

The Ferguson City Council approved Resolution 2024-52, selecting a contractor for drones and body-worn cameras, and passed Bill No. 7300, amending business license regulations. The council also removed Resolution 2024-51 and the EDST appointment from the agenda, and received the FYE2023 audit report with an unmodified opinion.

Tue Dec 3, 2024

Pension Board

Pension Board to review investment report, discuss benefits and calendar

The Ferguson Pension Board will meet to review a written portfolio report from UMB Investment Advisors as of September 30, 2024, discuss retirement benefit authorization, and consider the 2026-2031 calendar. The board may also enter closed session for legal discussions.

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Mon Dec 2, 2024

Civilian Review Board

Ferguson Civilian Review Board to discuss police panels and accountability audit

The Civilian Review Board will meet to review unfinished business regarding police panels and the status of complaints. The board will also discuss an accountability audit update and a report on a quarterly meeting with Chief Doyle.

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Wed Nov 20, 2024

Park Board

Parks Board to approve prior meeting minutes and discuss monthly reports

The Ferguson Parks & Recreation Board will hold a regular procedural meeting. The board will approve minutes from the July 17, 2024 meeting and receive monthly reports from the Parks & Recreation director and a City Council liaison. No major decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

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Tue Nov 19, 2024

City Council

Council to discuss 5-year CIP and consider licensing ordinance changes

The City Council will hold a special meeting on November 19, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at the Ferguson Community Center. Items include a first reading of Bill 7300 to amend business license regulations, a second reading of Bill 7299 to amend residential rental real estate licensing, and a discussion of the 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Program. An appointment of Alyce Herndon to the FSBD board is also scheduled.

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Mon Nov 18, 2024

Human Rights Commission

HRC plans Clay Cafe meal at St. Stephen's for March 2025

The Ferguson Human Rights Commission will consider approving minutes from October, share community celebrations, and receive a report on plans for a Clay Cafe meal at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church on March 16, 2025. Unfinished business includes nominations for the Human Rights Commission (including youth) and a discussion of the complaints process. No formal action is expected on these items during the public portion.

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Mon Nov 18, 2024

Civilian Review Board

Civilian Review Board meets in closed session for personnel matters and complaint reviews

The Ferguson Civilian Review Board is holding a closed meeting on November 18, 2024, to discuss personnel matters under state law and to review pending and completed complaint investigations. The board will also approve minutes from its previous closed meeting.

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Tue Nov 12, 2024

City Council

City Council to consider residential rental licensing and city lot sales

The City Council will discuss updates to residential rental real estate licensing and the sale of city-owned lots. The body will also consider budget amendments for the Parks Fund and a contract for police use of force training.

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Tue Nov 12, 2024

City Council

City Council to vote on entering closed session

The Ferguson City Council will convene an open meeting solely to vote on going into closed session under RSMO 610.021(11). No public decisions, discussions, or votes on ordinances, contracts, or other items are listed on the agenda. The meeting is procedural in nature.

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Mon Nov 4, 2024

Civilian Review Board

Ferguson Civilian Review Board to discuss police panels, complaints, and closed session

The Ferguson Civilian Review Board will hold an open meeting to discuss police panel attendance, status of complaints review, use of force review, and an upcoming quarterly meeting with Chief Doyle. The board may also go into closed session for personnel matters. No votes on ordinances or financial contracts are scheduled.

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Tue Oct 22, 2024

City Council

City Council to consider liquor license and appeals board ordinances

The City Council will meet to discuss updates to the city's code of ordinances. The agenda includes first readings of bills regarding intoxicating liquor licenses and appeals boards, and a second reading for an ordinance regarding resolutions.

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Wed Oct 16, 2024

Park Board

Park Board to discuss litter campaign, toy drive, and concession stand

The Ferguson Parks & Recreation Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, receive monthly reports from staff and city council, and discuss new business including a trash can wraps/litter campaign, a toy drive, and the Forestwood concession stand. No votes or financial decisions are indicated on the agenda.

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Mon Oct 14, 2024

Civilian Review Board

Civilian Review Board to review complaint investigation 24-004

The Ferguson Civilian Review Board will hold a closed meeting to discuss personnel matters and a specific complaint investigation. The board will also review minutes from the September 26, 2024, meeting.

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Tue Oct 8, 2024

City Council

City Council to set date for April 2025 municipal elections

The City Council will consider resolutions regarding the appointment of a municipal judge and the scheduling of general municipal elections. The meeting also includes a community policing update from Police Chief Troy Doyle.

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Mon Oct 7, 2024

Civilian Review Board

Civilian Review Board to review police panels, complaints, and use of force

The Ferguson Civilian Review Board is holding a virtual open meeting to discuss updates on police panels attended, complaint reviews, use of force reviews, and the accountability audit. Items also include a report on the quarterly meeting with Chief Doyle and policy review. No votes or new business are scheduled; the board may enter closed session for personnel matters.

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Thu Sep 26, 2024

Civilian Review Board

Ferguson Civilian Review Board meets in closed session to discuss personnel and complaints

The Ferguson Civilian Review Board is holding a closed meeting on September 26, 2024. The board will go into closed session under state law for personnel matters, review and approve prior closed meeting minutes, and discuss complaint investigations. No public votes or decisions are scheduled.

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Tue Sep 24, 2024

City Council

Ferguson City Council to hold public hearing on 2024 tax rate

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the 2024 Ad Valorem Tax Rate and vote on levying those taxes. The body will also consider a contract for street improvements and updates to residential rental licensing.

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Tue Sep 24, 2024

Public Hearings

Ferguson holds public hearing on proposed 2024 property tax rates

The city is holding a public hearing to discuss proposed property tax rates for the 2024 calendar year. These rates are intended to produce the revenue required by the budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2024.

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Wed Sep 18, 2024

Park Board

Ferguson Parks Board holds regular meeting with routine updates

The Ferguson Parks & Recreation Board meets for a regular session. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes, monthly reports from Parks & Rec and City Council, and board member comments. No specific action items or proposals are listed.

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Tue Sep 17, 2024

Traffic Commission

Traffic Commission to discuss traffic calming and dead-end redesigns

The Ferguson Traffic Commission will hold an open meeting to discuss street design ideas for traffic calming, redesign options for dead ends at Forestwood and Ted Jones Trail, findings from the Safer Streets Organization, and updates on Flock cameras and speed humps. Items are for discussion only; no votes are scheduled.

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Tue Sep 10, 2024

Public Hearings

Public hearing on special use permit for utility at 305 N. Dade Ave

The Ferguson City Council will hold a public hearing on September 10, 2024, to consider Case P2-24-38, a special use permit application to classify 305 N. Dade Ave as a utility (CU) use. The hearing is at 7 PM at 1050 Smith Ave. The application is available for public review at the City Clerk's office or online.

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Tue Sep 10, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on sewer lateral fee increase from $28 to $50 per year

The Ferguson City Council will hold an open meeting with a vote to go into closed session. The agenda includes first and second readings of several ordinances, notably a proposed increase in the sewer lateral program charge from $28 to $50 per year (Bill 7291), changes to residential rental licensing (Bills 7294 and 7290), and a new childcare certificate requirement (Bill 7295). The council will also receive a community policing update from the police chief and consider liquor license approvals for multiple businesses.

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✓ Decided: Council passes sewer lateral fee increase ballot measure

The Ferguson City Council approved several ordinances, including placing a sewer lateral program charge increase from $28 to $50 per year on the April 8, 2025 ballot. They also passed ordinances related to ordinances/resolutions, rental licensing, permit fees, and taxation. The council postponed a childcare certificate ordinance indefinitely and granted a 45-day liquor license extension to Sam's Meat Market.

Mon Sep 9, 2024

Civilian Review Board

Civilian Review Board to discuss report to City Council and police oversight updates

The Ferguson Civilian Review Board will discuss unfinished business including police panels attended, officer hiring, complaint review, use of force review, and an accountability audit update. New business includes preparing a report to the City Council scheduled for September 24. Public comment will be taken, and the board may go into closed session for personnel matters.

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✓ Decided: FCRB reviews two police complaints, passes multiple motions

The Ferguson Civilian Review Board reviewed two police complaints (23-005 and 23-006) and passed multiple motions, including disagreeing with an officer's 'not sustained' finding, recommending de-escalation training, and tabling review of complaint 23-006 to rewatch body-worn camera footage. The board also approved the August meeting minutes and scheduled future meetings.

Tue Aug 27, 2024

City Council

Council to consider sewer fee increase, park contract, police car purchase

The Ferguson City Council will meet on August 27, 2024, to vote on several resolutions and bills, including a proposed park construction contract, a police vehicle purchase, and first-reading bills that would amend rental licensing, permit fees, and taxation. A notable item is a bill to place a sewer lateral program charge increase from $28 to $50 per year on the April 2025 ballot. The meeting will also include public comments and a closed session.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 4 resolutions including park construction and police car purchase

The Ferguson City Council approved four resolutions, including selecting a contractor for a new park at 9315 W. Florissant Road, authorizing a fire dispatching agreement, and purchasing a police vehicle. They also approved a liquor license for Gas Mart, reinstated Thomas Lauman to the pension board, and passed several ordinances on second reading. No public hearings or special presentations were held.

Tue Aug 27, 2024

City Council

Ferguson City Council to meet for closed session on August 27

The City Council will meet to vote on entering a closed session. The agenda is primarily procedural.

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✓ Decided: Council approves park construction contract and police car purchase

The Ferguson City Council approved four resolutions, including selecting a contractor for a new park at 9315 W. Florissant Road, authorizing a fire dispatch agreement, and purchasing a police vehicle. They also approved a new liquor license for Gas Mart, reinstated Thomas Lauman to the pension board, and passed several ordinances on second reading. No public hearings or special presentations were held.

Mon Aug 26, 2024

Civilian Review Board

Civilian Review Board to continue investigation of complaint 23-006

The Ferguson Civilian Review Board is holding a closed meeting to discuss personnel matters and review a specific complaint. The board will also vote to approve minutes from a previous closed meeting held on June 17, 2024.

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Wed Aug 21, 2024

Park Board

Ferguson Park Board to hold regular meeting on August 21

The Parks & Recreation Board will meet to review monthly reports from Parks & Recreation and the City Council. The agenda consists of procedural items and general discussion.

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Tue Aug 13, 2024

City Council

Emergency meeting called for closed session vote

The Ferguson City Council is holding an emergency meeting on August 13, 2024 to vote on going into closed session. The agenda contains only a call to order, a closed session under multiple RSMO exceptions, and adjournment. No specific public business or action items are listed beyond the closed session vote.

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Mon Aug 5, 2024

Civilian Review Board

CRB to review complaint submissions, police hiring status, and quarterly meeting with Chief Doyle

The Ferguson Civilian Review Board will hold a virtual open meeting. They will discuss unfinished business including police panel attendance, officer hiring, and complaint review status. New business includes complaint submission methods (lockboxes, online forms, voicemail) and FPD in-service training. They will also plan a quarterly meeting with Chief Doyle on August 20 and a closed session for personnel matters.

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Thu Jul 25, 2024

City Council

City Council to explain ARPA fund management policy at citizen-requested meeting

The Ferguson City Council will attend a public meeting requested by Ferguson Citizens to explain the city's policy for managing ARPA funds, including how the policy was drafted. Council members will also take questions and dialogue with residents. No legislative votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is devoted entirely to public engagement on ARPA spending.

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Tue Jul 23, 2024

City Council

Council votes to go into closed session for legal matters

The Ferguson City Council will hold an open meeting to vote on entering a closed session under RSMO 610.021(1) for legal matters. No other business is on the agenda; the meeting is largely procedural.

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✓ Decided: Ferguson City Council holds closed session, no public decisions

The City Council met in special session and immediately entered a closed session to discuss legal matters under state law. No substantive public decisions were made; the only actions were entering and exiting the closed session and adjourning.

Tue Jul 23, 2024

City Council

Ferguson City Council to vote on police vehicles and street repairs

The City Council will consider several contracts for infrastructure, public safety, and housing redevelopment. The meeting includes updates on community policing and the consent decree, as well as a presentation on state law audit changes.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 110 speed humps, inmate housing contract, and police vehicles

The Ferguson City Council approved several resolutions, including a contract for 110 speed humps, a $50,000 annual agreement to house municipal inmates at St. Louis County Justice Center, and the purchase of three police Dodge Durangos for $139,906.98. A resolution for a West Florissant transportation development district died for lack of a second, and another was removed from the agenda. The council also approved liquor license renewals and appointments to city boards.

Wed Jul 17, 2024

Park Board

Park Board to discuss fall sponsorships and municipal park grant

The Ferguson Parks & Recreation Board will review previous meeting minutes, hear monthly project and program updates from Parks & Recreation, and receive a City Council update. In new business, the board will discuss fall sponsorship opportunities and a grant for Municipal Park.

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Tue Jul 16, 2024

Traffic Commission

Traffic Commission to discuss Flock cameras and council response

The Ferguson Traffic Commission will hold an open meeting to discuss unfinished business regarding the City Council's response to previous Traffic Commission recommendations, and new business concerning Flock cameras. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from June 24, 2024, public comments, and a council report.

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Mon Jul 15, 2024

Civilian Review Board

Civilian Review Board to continue review of complaint 23-006 in closed session

The Ferguson Civilian Review Board will hold a closed meeting on July 15, 2024 to discuss personnel matters and continue reviewing investigation of complaint 23-006. The board will also consider approving closed meeting minutes from April 15, 2024. The meeting is closed to the public under RSMo 610.021(13).

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Mon Jul 1, 2024

Civilian Review Board

The Civilian Review Board will elect officers and discuss police panel updates.

The board will review minutes from the June 3, 2024 meeting and hold an election for officers. Members will also discuss recent police panel attendance and the status of complaints reviews.

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Fri Jun 28, 2024

City Council

Ferguson City Council considers plan for potential future annexations

The City Council will review Bill No. 7283 regarding a Boundary Change Plan. This ordinance proposes submitting a plan to the St. Louis County Boundary Commission. It also authorizes the City Manager to act on behalf of the city during transactions with the commission.

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Tue Jun 25, 2024

City Council

Ferguson City Council to consider new annual budget and property demolitions

The City Council will meet to adopt the 2024–2025 fiscal year budget and a five-year capital improvement program. The agenda also includes selecting contractors for drone services and the demolition of 50 residential properties. Additionally, the council will consider ordinances regarding employee compensation.

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Mon Jun 24, 2024

Traffic Commission

The commission will finalize a list of speed hump placements.

The Traffic Commission will discuss procedures for adding two new members and a request to remove inactive member Natasha Swan. The meeting also includes finalizing the placement list for speed humps.

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Fri Jun 21, 2024

City Council

Ferguson City Council considers boundary change plan for potential annexations

The City Council will consider an ordinance to adopt a Boundary Change Plan for submission to the St. Louis County Boundary Commission. This bill also authorizes the City Manager to act on the city's behalf regarding potential future annexations.

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Thu Jun 20, 2024

City Council

Ferguson City Council considers boundary change plan for potential annexations

The City Council will consider Bill No. 7283 for its first reading. This ordinance proposes adopting a Boundary Change Plan to be submitted to the St. Louis County Boundary Commission. The plan would authorize the City Manager to act on behalf of the city regarding potential future annexations.

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Mon Jun 17, 2024

Civilian Review Board

Ferguson Civilian Review Board to hold closed meeting on June 17

The board will meet in a closed session regarding personnel matters. The agenda includes reviewing the minutes from the April 15, 2024 meeting and investigating complaint 23-006. Additionally, the board will review a spreadsheet tracking patterns of officer complaint behavior and discipline.

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Mon Jun 17, 2024

Traffic Commission

Traffic Commission to discuss speed humps and stop signs

The Traffic Commission will meet to discuss speed humps and stop signs. The agenda also includes a review of Jamar Reports and the election of officers.

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Tue Jun 11, 2024

City Council

Ferguson City Council to hold public hearing on 2024-2025 fiscal year budget

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget. The agenda also includes first readings of ordinances for city employee salaries and building regulations. Additionally, the council will consider a special use permit for an adult care facility.

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Tue Jun 11, 2024

Public Hearings

Public hearing for Ferguson's proposed FY 2024-2025 operating budget

The Ferguson City Council will hold a public hearing to present the proposed operating budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 and the Five Year Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Years 2025-2030. Residents may provide oral or written comments during the meeting.

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Mon Jun 3, 2024

Civilian Review Board

Ferguson Civilian Review Board to review complaints, use of force, and by-law changes

The Ferguson Civilian Review Board is meeting virtually to discuss unfinished business including police panel attendance, officer hiring, complaint and use-of-force reviews, and a quarterly report with Chief Doyle. New business includes a by-law amendment and crisis intervention. The board may enter closed session for personnel matters.

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Thu May 30, 2024

City Council

Ferguson Council to vote on West Florissant transportation district agreements

The Ferguson City Council will hold an open meeting with a vote to go into closed session. The council will vote on two resolutions authorizing agreements related to a transportation development district in the West Florissant Great Streets District, and will continue discussion of the fiscal year 2024-2025 budget.

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Tue May 28, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on special use permit for adult care facility at 607 S. Florissant Rd.

The Ferguson City Council is holding an open meeting with a vote to go into closed session. The main public business is a public hearing and first reading of a bill for a special use permit for an adult care facility at 607 S. Florissant Road. The council will also consider second readings of ordinances on business licenses, zoning, and naming a city property Unity Park. The agenda includes routine items like minutes, appointments, and a community policing update.

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Tue May 21, 2024

City Council

Ferguson City Council to discuss FY 2024-2025 budget, enter closed session

The Ferguson City Council is holding an open meeting with a vote to go into closed session for legal and personnel matters under RSMO 610.021 (1,3). The main discussion item is the continued review of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no specific budget figures or other action items listed.

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Mon May 20, 2024

Civilian Review Board

Ferguson Civilian Review Board to hold closed meeting on personnel matters

The Ferguson Civilian Review Board is holding a closed meeting on May 20, 2024, at Ferguson City Hall. The board will discuss personnel matters under state law, review closed meeting minutes from April 15, and examine a spreadsheet tracking patterns of officer complaints and discipline. The meeting is closed to the public.

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Wed May 15, 2024

Park Board

Park Board to discuss illegal dumping cleanup and removal

The Ferguson Parks & Recreation Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes public comments, approval of previous minutes, and reports from staff and a city council member. The main new business item is a discussion on illegal dumping and cleanup/removal efforts.

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Wed May 15, 2024

City Council

Ferguson City Council to discuss FY 2024-2025 budget

The Ferguson City Council is holding an open meeting with a single substantive item: discussion of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget. No votes or decisions are listed on the tentative agenda; the meeting is primarily for budget discussion before adjournment.

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Tue May 14, 2024

City Council

Ferguson City Council to vote on bias-free policing and use of force training contracts

The Ferguson City Council is holding an open meeting with a vote to go into closed session. The main items are resolutions to select contractors for bias-free policing and use of force training, and first reading of an ordinance to name city property at 7533 Halpin Dr. as Unity Park. The agenda also includes second readings of ordinances on business licenses, liquor licenses, zoning, building regulations, a temporary highway easement, and property transfers. Public comments are accepted via email or Zoom chat.

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Thu May 9, 2024

City Council

Ferguson City Council to discuss FY 2024-2025 budget

The Ferguson City Council is holding an open meeting on May 9, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. The primary item is a discussion of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget. No votes or decisions are listed on the tentative agenda.

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Tue May 7, 2024

Pension Board

Ferguson Pension Board to review March 2024 investment portfolio report

The Pension Board will meet to approve minutes from the February 6, 2024 meeting and review a written portfolio report from UMB Investment Advisors. The report contains data as of March 31, 2024.

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Tue May 7, 2024

City Council

Ferguson City Council to hold closed session on legal matters

The Ferguson City Council is meeting via Zoom on May 7, 2024, primarily to vote on entering a closed session under RSMO 610.021(1) for legal matters. The agenda contains no other public business items, so the meeting is limited to this procedural action and adjournment.

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Mon May 6, 2024

Civilian Review Board

Ferguson Civilian Review Board to review police complaints, consent decree, and vacancies

The Ferguson Civilian Review Board is meeting virtually to discuss unfinished business, including police panel attendance, complaint and use-of-force reviews, a consent decree hearing, and a monitor meeting. They will also discuss body-worn camera footage release, a meeting with Chief Doyle, and policy review. The board has vacancies for one Ward 1 and two At-Large members.

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Wed May 1, 2024

City Council

Ferguson City Council to discuss business, liquor, zoning, and building ordinances

The City Council will conduct budget training and a worksession regarding several proposed ordinance amendments. These discussions include changes to business licensing, liquor sale regulations, zoning, and building regulations.

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Wed Apr 24, 2024

Public Hearings

Administrative hearing on business and liquor license violations

The City of Ferguson will hold an administrative public hearing on April 24, 2024, to discuss the status of business licenses in violation of Section 42-22 and liquor licenses in violation of Section 4-35 of the city code. Public input will be allowed at the meeting.

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Tue Apr 23, 2024

City Council

Ferguson Council to vote on business, liquor, zoning, building code changes

The Ferguson City Council is holding its regular open meeting on April 23, 2024, with a vote to enter closed session. The agenda includes first readings of five ordinances amending city codes on business licenses, liquor licenses, zoning, and building regulations, plus resolutions on bank account signers and a highway easement. The council will also hear a community policing update and discuss publishing closed session minutes and selling city-owned lots.

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Thu Apr 18, 2024

Senior Citizen Commission

Senior Commission regular meeting with staff and council reports

The Ferguson Senior Citizens Commission is holding a regular meeting with agenda items including a public portion, approval of minutes (noted as N/A), and reports from Parks and Recreation, Senior Programs, and the City Council. The meeting is open to the public and accommodations for disabilities are available upon request.

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Wed Apr 17, 2024

Park Board

Park Board to consider naming 7533 Halpin and elect officers

The Ferguson Parks & Recreation Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will discuss monthly reports from Parks & Recreation and the City Council, and consider new business including naming a property at 7533 Halpin and electing officers. The agenda also includes public comment, approval of previous minutes, and board member comments.

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Tue Apr 16, 2024

City Council

Ferguson City Council holds outgoing and incoming meetings, certifies election results

The Ferguson City Council is holding an open meeting with a vote to go into closed session. The outgoing council will hear a police department update, consider four resolutions including one to select and award a contract to a contractor, and certify the April 2, 2024 election results. The incoming council will then hold a separate meeting to swear in new members, elect a mayor pro-tem, and make appointments to boards and commissions.

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Mon Apr 15, 2024

Civilian Review Board

Ferguson Civilian Review Board to hold closed meeting on complaint 23-005

The Ferguson Civilian Review Board is holding a closed meeting on April 15, 2024, at Ferguson City Hall. The board will discuss personnel matters under RSMo 610.021(13), review and approve closed meeting minutes from March 18, 2024, and review the investigation of complaint 23-005. The meeting is closed to the public.

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Tue Apr 9, 2024

Civilian Review Board

Ferguson Civilian Review Board to review complaints, use of force, and officer hiring

The Ferguson Civilian Review Board is meeting virtually to discuss unfinished business, including the status of complaint and use-of-force reviews, tracking officer complaint behavior, and feedback to the new FPD training officer. They will also address board vacancies and upcoming meetings with the court and police chief.

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Wed Apr 3, 2024

Personnel Board

Ferguson Personnel Board meets April 3, 2024; agenda is procedural only

The Ferguson Personnel Board will hold an open meeting on April 3, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. in the Ferguson Municipal Library Small Conference Room. The agenda includes only a call to order, roll call, approval of minutes from January 3, 2024, and standard items for unfinished and new business, with no specific substantive items listed.

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Mon Apr 1, 2024

Civilian Review Board

Ferguson Civilian Review Board to review complaints, use of force, and vacancies

The Ferguson Civilian Review Board is meeting virtually to discuss unfinished business, including police panel attendance, officer hiring, complaint and use-of-force reviews, and tracking officer complaint behavior. They will also address new business, board vacancies, and may enter closed session for personnel matters.

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Tue Mar 26, 2024

City Council

Ferguson City Council to vote on four budget amendments and housing agreement

The Ferguson City Council will hold an open meeting with a vote to go into closed session. The agenda includes four resolutions to amend the 2023-2024 budgets for the Parks Fund, CIP General Fund, and General Fund, and to authorize the mayor to execute a housing and community development agreement. The council will also hear public comments, a manager's report, and a presentation on the Annual Twilight Run and Women's History Month recognitions.

Wed Mar 20, 2024

Park Board

Ferguson Park Board to elect officers and review monthly reports

The Ferguson Parks & Recreation Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes public comment, approval of minutes, monthly reports from staff and a council member, and the election of officers. No major decisions or proposals are listed.

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Mon Mar 18, 2024

Civilian Review Board

Ferguson Civilian Review Board to hold closed meeting on police complaints

The Ferguson Civilian Review Board is holding a closed meeting on March 18, 2024, at 6:00 PM at Ferguson City Hall. The board will discuss personnel matters under state law, review closed meeting minutes from December 2023, and review investigations into complaints 23-004 and 23-005. The meeting is closed to the public.

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Mon Mar 18, 2024

Human Rights Commission

Human Rights Commission to continue discussing its purpose and recruitment

The Ferguson Human Rights Commission will meet on March 18, 2024, via Zoom. They will continue discussing the commission's purpose and recruitment materials/social media outreach, and will set the meeting schedule. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific votes or financial items.

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Tue Mar 12, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on car sales special use permit and lot consolidation

The Ferguson City Council is holding an open meeting with a vote to go into closed session. They will hear public comments, receive a police department update, and a presentation from Republic Waste Services. The council will vote on a resolution for a US Soccer Foundation grant and consider two ordinances: a special use permit for a car sales business and a lot consolidation. Several other bills are tabled or postponed to future dates.

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Tue Mar 5, 2024

City Council

Council continues 5-year Capital Improvement Program discussion

The Ferguson City Council is holding an open meeting on March 5, 2024, with the sole substantive item being continued discussion of the 5-Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for 2024-2029. This is a discussion item, not a final vote. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, roll call, adjournment).

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Mon Mar 4, 2024

Civilian Review Board

Civilian Review Board to review complaints, use of force, and vacancies

The Ferguson Civilian Review Board is meeting to discuss unfinished business including police panel attendance, officer hiring, complaint and use-of-force reviews, and tracking officer complaint patterns. New business includes a request for use-of-force training, a report on a quarterly meeting with the police chief, and a yearly letter to a judge. The board will also address vacancies and may enter a closed session for personnel matters.

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Thu Feb 29, 2024

City Council

Ferguson City Council to discuss 5-year Capital Improvement Program

The Ferguson City Council is holding an open meeting with a single substantive item: discussion of the 5-Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for 2024-2029. This is a discussion item, not a final vote. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, roll call, adjournment).

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Tue Feb 27, 2024

City Council

Ferguson City Council discusses street improvements and business permits

The City Council will consider resolutions for July 4th fireworks and ARPA-funded street improvements. The agenda also includes a special use permit for a car sales business and property lot consolidation.

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Mon Feb 26, 2024

Civilian Review Board

Ferguson Civilian Review Board to hold closed meeting on complaint 23-005

The Ferguson Civilian Review Board is meeting in closed session to discuss personnel matters and review an investigation into complaint 23-005. The board will also consider approving minutes from its December 18, 2023 closed meeting. The meeting is closed to the public under Missouri law.

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Wed Feb 21, 2024

Park Board

Ferguson Park Board to set 2024 Splash at Wabash admission prices

The Ferguson Parks & Recreation Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The main item of new business is setting admission and membership prices for the Splash at Wabash facility for 2024. The board will also hear monthly reports from parks staff and a city council member, and approve the minutes from the January 17 meeting.

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Tue Feb 13, 2024

City Council

Ferguson City Council to discuss zoning, liquor licenses, and county agreements

The City Council will hold a meeting to consider several land use applications and resolutions. Discussion items include a liquor license for Ella’s Kitchen and a special use permit for a car sales location.

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Tue Feb 13, 2024

Public Hearings

Public hearing on liquor license for Ella's Kitchen near church

The Ferguson City Council will hold a public hearing to consider a liquor license for Ella's Kitchen at 42 South Florissant, which is near a church. The hearing is required by city code Section 4-30. The public may attend and comment.

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Tue Feb 13, 2024

Public Hearings

Public hearing on lot consolidation at 101 Fermo Ave

The Ferguson City Council will hold a public hearing to consider a lot consolidation application for 101 Fermo Ave. The meeting is on February 13, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. at 110 Church Street. Residents can review the proposal at the City Clerk's office and participate in the hearing.

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Tue Feb 13, 2024

Public Hearings

Public hearing on car sales lot at 829 S. Florissant Road

The Ferguson City Council will hold a public hearing to consider a special use permit for a car sales location at 829 S. Florissant Road. The hearing is scheduled for February 13, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. at 110 Church Street. The proposal is available for public review at the City Clerk's office.

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Mon Feb 5, 2024

Civilian Review Board

Ferguson Civilian Review Board to hear police accountability audit

The Ferguson Civilian Review Board is meeting virtually to receive a special presentation on a Monitor Accountability Audit, review police panel attendance and officer hiring, and discuss complaint and use-of-force reviews. The board will also consider quarterly meetings with the police chief, a NACOLE webinar, filling the Vice-Chair position, and has three board vacancies.

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Wed Jan 31, 2024

Plan Commission

Ferguson Plan Commission meeting scheduled for January 31

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, rezonings, or legislative items are listed for decision or discussion.

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Tue Jan 23, 2024

City Council

Council to consider street improvement contract and pension plan changes

The Ferguson City Council will hold an open meeting with a vote to go into closed session. The agenda includes a resolution authorizing the city manager to negotiate a contract for ARPA-funded street improvements, a second reading of a pension plan ordinance, and discussion of Whistle Stop RFP results. Public comments are accepted via email or Zoom chat.

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Mon Jan 22, 2024

Civilian Review Board

Ferguson Civilian Review Board holds closed meeting on January 22

The Civilian Review Board will hold a closed session at Ferguson City Hall. The agenda includes the review of previous meeting minutes and discussions regarding complaint investigations or use of force incidents.

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Thu Jan 18, 2024

Senior Citizen Commission

Senior Citizen Commission holds regular meeting

The Ferguson Senior Citizens Commission is meeting for a regular session. The agenda includes roll call, public comment, approval of minutes from March 2022, and reports from Parks and Recreation and City Council.

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Wed Jan 17, 2024

Human Rights Commission

Human Rights Commission to discuss purpose and recruitment materials

The Ferguson Human Rights Commission will hold an open meeting to continue discussion of its purpose and recruitment materials. No votes on ordinances or policy changes are scheduled.

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Wed Jan 17, 2024

Park Board

Ferguson Park Board meets to discuss monthly parks and council reports

The Ferguson Parks & Recreation Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes a public comment period, approval of previous minutes (noted as not applicable), and monthly reports from the parks department and a city council liaison. No specific votes, contracts, or policy changes are listed on this agenda.

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Wed Jan 10, 2024

Plan Commission

Plan Commission to discuss lot consolidation and special use application

The City of Ferguson Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss a lot consolidation and a special use application. The meeting includes standard procedural items and a general discussion period.

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Tue Jan 9, 2024

City Council

Ferguson City Council to discuss Whistle Stop RFP results, contracts

The Ferguson City Council will hold an open meeting with a vote to go into closed session. The agenda includes public comments, a manager's report, special presentations, and several resolutions and ordinances, including a nuisance abatement contract and ARPA-funded street improvements. The council will also discuss and select a respondent for the Whistle Stop request for proposals.

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Mon Jan 8, 2024

Civilian Review Board

Civilian Review Board to review police complaints, use of force, and BWC footage

The Ferguson Civilian Review Board is meeting to discuss police oversight matters, including the status of complaint and use-of-force reviews, tracking officer behavior, and a report on a monitor town hall. They will also review body-worn camera footage from a fatal pursuit and discuss a letter to the police chief about unresolved issues from 2023. The board may enter a closed session for personnel matters.

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Wed Jan 3, 2024

Personnel Board

Personnel Board to discuss appeals process and chairperson election

The Ferguson Personnel Board will hold an open meeting to approve October 2023 minutes, receive a human resources presentation on past meeting reviews and recommended priorities, and discuss making the appeals process more visible in termination letters and electing a Chairperson. The board may also vote to enter closed session for litigation, personnel, or real estate matters.

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