Jackson public meetings in 2025

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will consider adopting the 2026 budget, utility rate schedules, and a bond issuance for water and sewer improvements. The meeting also includes approval of contracts, change orders for construction projects, and a public hearing for a zoning text amendment.

• Motion to adopt 2026 City of Jackson Annual Budget
• Motion to approve 2026 utility service rate schedule
• Bill to authorize $7,500.00 tourism funding to Chamber of Commerce
• Motion to approve Change Order No. 2 to Lappe Cement Finishing, Inc. ($11,465.24)
• Motion to set public hearing for January 20, 2026, on zoning text amendment

Board of Aldermen

The Jackson Board of Aldermen will discuss several reports and consider multiple code changes at its December 15 meeting. Items include amendments to Chapter 65 (Zoning) for special‑use permits and to Chapter 64 (Historic Preservation), a replat proposal for part of Russell Heights Cemetery, and a discussion of SB735 concerning alcohol sales during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The board will also hear reports from SEMO Pets, the Hometown Heroes Banner Program, the Park Board, and the Planning & Zoning Commission.

• Amendments to Chapter 65 (Zoning) of the City Code – special use permits
• Amendments to Chapter 64 (Historic Preservation) of the City Code
• Replat of a portion of Russell Heights Cemetery – engineering services proposal
• Discussion of SB735 – alcohol sales during 2026 FIFA World Cup
• Annual Report of SEMO Pets

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for Dec. 11, 2025 was canceled because no agenda items were submitted. Consequently, the commission will not consider any rezoning, contracts, ordinances, or public hearings at this time.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider approving land exchange certifications for three properties and two text amendments to the city's zoning code regarding industrial privacy fences and home occupations.

• Approve land exchange certification for .05 Acres at 5176 Caney Fork St
• Approve land exchange certification for .29 Acres at 2015 W Jackson Blvd
• Approve land exchange certification for .02 Acres at 2216 Bainbridge Rd
• Text amendment to Chapter 65 regarding privacy fences in industrial districts
• Text amendment to Chapter 65 regarding home occupations

Park Board

The Park Board will meet to review the FY26 budget. The board will also address task orders for renovations at the City Pool and the Civic Center.

• FY26 Budget
• Civic Center Renovation Task Order
• City Pool Renovation Task Order

Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will hold a study session to discuss several city programs and projects. The meeting includes a review of the SEMO Redi annual report and the 2026 City Park Summer Concert Series. No formal votes are scheduled for this session.

• Liens for the Grandview Acres Subdivision Sanitary Sewer Project
• Renewal of the Geographic Information System (GIS) Program
• Annual Report of SEMO Redi
• 2026 City Park Summer Concert Series announcement

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will consider approving a $11.7 million contract for wastewater plant upgrades and a $10,394 change order for roof repairs. The meeting also includes the termination of a contract for generator part removal and the introduction of an ordinance for a joint emergency operations center.

• Approve $11,764,000.00 contract for Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements
• Approve $10,394.00 change order for Combined Roof Repairs Project
• Terminate contract with IDS, Inc. for generator engine parts
• Propose Ordinance for Joint Use of Emergency Operations Center
• Approve $11,764.00 change order for Roundabout Project traffic control

Community Outreach Board

The Community Outreach Board will approve the minutes from the November 10, 2025 meeting and the Secretary and Treasurer reports. It will also discuss the upcoming Christmas Parade and the Elks Lodge Christmas Baskets. No other business is listed for this special meeting.

• Approve minutes of November 10, 2025
• Approve Secretary and Treasurer reports
• Discuss Christmas Parade plans
• Discuss Elks Lodge Christmas Baskets

The board voted to donate 300 cookies and 48 pens to Jackson Villas. It also approved a $500 donation to support the Jackson Elks Christmas baskets. The regular meeting scheduled for December 8 was cancelled. All motions passed unanimously.

• Donate 300 cookies and 48 pens to Jackson Villas (unanimous)
• Approve $500 donation to Jackson Elks Christmas baskets (unanimous)
• Cancel December 8 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Jackson Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet on November 20, 2025 at City Hall. The board will consider a variance request to allow a portable storage shed in the side yard of 1104 S. Hope Street, submitted by Robert E. and Pamela S. Davis. The meeting also includes approval of the October 23, 2025 minutes.

• Consider variance for portable storage shed at 1104 S. Hope St.
• Approve minutes from the October 23, 2025 meeting

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen is holding a Mayor's Retreat to discuss 5-year projections and project updates. No official action will be taken during this meeting.

• Discussion of 5-year projections
• Discussion of project updates

Board of Aldermen

The Jackson Board of Aldermen will consider several ordinances that would create contractual agreements for city services, including comprehensive banking services, employee benefit plans, and recycling collection. They will also vote on a $5,415 change order for concrete pavement repair and adjust the date of the January 2026 regular meeting. The meeting includes routine reports and a motion for an executive session on personnel and litigation matters.

• Ordinance authorizing a contractual agreement with First State Community Bank for comprehensive banking services
• Ordinances authorizing contracts with Auxiant and Roundstone Management, Ltd. for the 2026 employee medical and dental insurance benefit plan
• Ordinance authorizing a contract with The Standard for the 2026 employee vision and life insurance benefit plan
• Change Order No. 1 approving $5,415.00 to Lappe Cement Finishing, Inc. for the 2025 Annual Concrete Pavement Repair Program
• Ordinance authorizing a contractual agreement with Federal International Recycling and Waste Solutions, LLC for recycling collection and processing services

Board of Aldermen

The board will discuss the annual report from the JACOC Director of Retail Development and a report from the Park Board. It will consider a contractor’s request to revise the traffic control plan for the roundabout at North High Street and Deerwood Drive, an update on the East Main Street Pedestrian Walkway, and review bids for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements Project. The board will also review a proposal to purchase Worthington engine parts, consider Change Order No.1 for the Combined Roof Repairs Project, and address previously tabled and additional items.

• Contractor request to revise traffic control plan for roundabout at North High Street and Deerwood Drive
• Review of bids received for Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements Project
• Proposal to purchase Worthington engine parts
• Change Order No.1 for the Combined Roof Repairs Project
• Update on East Main Street Pedestrian Walkway Project

Board of Aldermen

The Jackson Board of Aldermen will adopt the agenda, approve the October 20 minutes, and approve the list of bills paid for the prior month. It will set a public hearing on Dec. 15 to consider the proposed 2026 city budget, which includes sewer and other utility rate adjustments. The board will also consider several ordinances and contracts, such as a LIHEAP supplier agreement, changes to alcoholic beverage licensing fees, a water‑tower purchase, and a combined roof‑repairs contract.

• Public hearing set for Dec. 15 to consider the 2026 City of Jackson Annual Budget and utility rate adjustments (Item 5)
• Ordinance authorizing a Supplier Agreement with Missouri Dept. of Social Services for LIHEAP (Item 6)
• Ordinance amending Chapter 5 (Alcoholic Beverages) regarding background checks and liquor license fees (Item 7)
• Memorandum of Understanding with Abbottsford Land Management to purchase a parcel for a water tower (Item 8)
• Task Order Authorization No. 25-09 to Koehler Engineering for $7,360 surveying and environmental services for the water tower (Item 9)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will discuss a request for electrical service connection to a nonresident on East Main Street. They will also review banking service proposals that have been received. Additional discussion will cover previously tabled items and any other items that may be added.

• Request for electrical service connection to a nonresident on East Main Street
• Review of banking service proposals received
• Discussion of previously tabled items (unspecified)
• Additional items (unspecified)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Jackson Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet on October 23, 2025 at City Hall. The agenda includes approval of the June 26, 2025 meeting minutes. The board will consider a variance to place an above‑ground swimming pool at 2504 Jonathan Drive under Section 65‑20(b). The board will also consider a setback variance to allow a 17‑foot front yard setback at 1901 and 1903 Lewis Drive under Section 65‑10.

• Approve June 26, 2025 minutes
• Variance request for an above‑ground pool at 2504 Jonathan Drive (Section 65‑20(b))
• Variance request for a 17‑foot front yard setback at 1901 & 1903 Lewis Drive (Section 65‑10)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold hearings on industrial zoning height requirements and the 2023 Industrial Infrastructure Improvement Project. Members will also consider ordinances regarding IT support services and new crosswalk designations on East Main Street.

• Proposed text amendment to building height requirements in I-1, I-2, and I-3 Industrial Districts
• Hearing on 2023 Industrial Infrastructure Improvement Project regarding Trussworks
• Change Order No. 6 for Penzel Construction Company, Inc. reducing Fire Station No. 1 project cost by $13,713.92
• Proposed contract with Forward Slash Technology, LLC for Managed Information Technology Support
• Proposed addition of crosswalk designations on East Main Street

Board of Aldermen

The Jackson Board of Aldermen will discuss several public‑input requests, including new no‑parking designations on Dorothy Drive, Alvin Street, Cecile Street, and North Missouri Street. They will review Amendment No. 1 to Task Order Authorization #21‑16 for the Phase 3 sanitary sewer main extension along Williams Creek and South Old Orchard Road. Additional items include proposed changes to alcohol licensing fees, zoning fence‑height requirements, and bids for a combined roof‑repairs project.

• Public input requests for no‑parking designations on Dorothy Drive, Alvin Street, Cecile Street, and the 100‑ and 200‑blocks of North Missouri Street
• Amendment No. 1 to Task Order Authorization #21‑16 for Phase 3 sanitary sewer main extension along Williams Creek / South Old Orchard Road
• Proposed right‑in/right‑out configuration on Kimbel Lane by MoDOT
• Amendments to Chapter 5 (Alcoholic Beverages) on background checks and liquor license fees
• Review of bids received for the Combined Roof Repairs Project

Economic Development Board

The Economic Development Board will meet to review street construction standards and housing incentives for new residential development. The board will also discuss potential annexation areas and their impact on future growth.

• Review of current street design and construction standards
• Discussion of housing incentives for new residential development
• Discussion of potential annexation areas

Park Board

The Jackson Park Board meeting on October 13, 2025 will open with recognitions and a reading of the September meeting minutes. The board will consider two old‑business items: the Civic Center Renovation Task Order and the City Pool Renovation Task Order. Committee reports, including a Civic Center report and the Parks & Recreation Director’s report, will follow. The meeting will adjourn after these items.

• Review Civic Center Renovation Task Order
• Review City Pool Renovation Task Order
• Civic Center report
• Parks & Recreation Director’s report

Community Outreach Board

The board will approve the September 8, 2025 meeting minutes and the Secretary and Treasurer’s reports. It will then discuss three community initiatives: Jackson Moves, the Holiday Extravaganza Lighting Program, and Touch‑A‑Truck. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Approve minutes of the September 8, 2025 regular meeting
• Approve the Secretary and Treasurer’s reports
• Discuss the Jackson Moves program
• Discuss the Holiday Extravaganza Lighting Program
• Discuss the Touch‑A‑Truck event

Historic Preservation Commission

The Jackson Historic Preservation Commission will meet on October 9, 2025 at the Jackson Civic Center. The commission will approve the minutes from the August 20, 2025 meeting. It will then review proposed changes to Historic Preservation Chapter 64 of the City of Jackson Ordinances.

• Review proposed changes to Historic Preservation Chapter 64 of the City of Jackson Ordinances

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Jackson Planning & Zoning Commission canceled its October 8 meeting due to a lack of agenda items. The meeting was scheduled for 6:00 PM at City Hall, 101 Court Street.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for September 25, 2025 was canceled. The cancellation was due to the lack of agenda items. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for September 18, 2025, has been canceled due to a lack of agenda items.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will first approve the August 13, 2025 meeting minutes. It will hold a public hearing and vote on removing a portion of N. Donna Drive from the Major Street Plan. The body will also consider a land‑exchange certification moving .02 acres from 425 Elm Street to 621 Luetje Street, and a text amendment to Chapter 65 of the zoning code to change building‑height requirements in the I‑1, I‑2 and I‑3 industrial districts.

• Public hearing and motion to remove a section of the Major Street Plan for N. Donna Drive between E. Main Street and Ridge Road
• Land Exchange Certification transferring .02 acres from 425 Elm Street to 621 Luetje Street
• Text amendment to Chapter 65 (Zoning) to modify building height requirements in I‑1, I‑2, and I‑3 industrial districts
• Approval of the August 13, 2025 meeting minutes

Park Board

The Park Board will meet to review previous minutes and discuss old business regarding facility renovations. The agenda includes reports from the Civic Center and the Parks & Recreation Director.

• Civic Center Renovation Task Order
• City Pool Renovation Task Order
• Baseball/Softball Concession Stands

The board gave verbal approval for a professionally created plaque to be installed at the Rock Garden in memory of Lester and Ruth Maevers. The board also approved the March Board meeting minutes. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved plaque honoring Lester & Ruth Maevers (verbal approval)
• Approved March Board meeting minutes (motion approved)
• Adjourned meeting (motion approved)

Community Outreach Board

The Community Outreach Board will meet to review minutes and reports. The board is scheduled to discuss the Holiday Extravaganza Lighting Program, Touch-a-Truck, and Cruisin' Uptown Jackson.

• Holiday Extravaganza Lighting Program
• Touch-a-Truck
• Cruisin' Uptown Jackson

The Community Outreach Board approved the August meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. The board also approved the August Treasurer’s Report unanimously. A motion to adjourn was passed unanimously, ending the meeting.

• Approved August minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August Treasurer’s Report (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn passed (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will vote on infrastructure support for affordable housing and several municipal repair contracts. The meeting includes proposals to amend zoning codes and update traffic and parking schedules.

• $50,000 public infrastructure support for RCH Development, Inc. housing on Walton Drive
• $80,300 bid from The Mason Medic, LLC for Power Plant Tuckpointing and Masonry Repairs
• $12,600 for Lochmueller Group for East Jackson Boulevard Roadway Lighting Project
• Proposed zoning text amendments for home occupations and industrial building heights
• Plat approval for Blues Highway Center Subdivision by Mongoose Properties, LLC

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will discuss maintenance services for public works generators, compliance with state backflow prevention rules, and two infrastructure projects: intersection upgrades at East Jackson Boulevard and South Donna Drive, and a roundabout at North High Street and Deerwood Drive. The meeting is a study session and no formal votes are scheduled.

• Public Works Generator Maintenance Services Agreement – proposals reviewed
• Intersection Improvements Project at East Jackson Boulevard and South Donna Drive – options discussed
• Roundabout Project at North High Street and Deerwood Drive – bid tabulation reviewed
• Compliance with MDNR Requirements for Backflow Prevention Device Tests – discussion item

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Jackson, Missouri Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for August 28, 2025, was canceled because no agenda items were submitted. The board, chaired by Kevin Schaper, typically reviews zoning-related requests but had no items to address at this meeting.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss updates to Chapter 64 of the City of Jackson Ordinances. The body will also vote on the approval of minutes from the July 2, 2025 meeting.

• Review of proposed changes to Historic Preservation Chapter 64 of the City of Jackson Ordinances

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will vote on adopting the regular meeting agenda and approving minutes from August 4. They will also consider adopting 2025 tax rates for Parks and Recreation, General Revenue, Cemetery, and Band. Additionally, they will review financial reports and approve a $5,800 change order for City Hall masonry repairs.

• Approve $5,800 Change Order No. 1 to The Mason Medic, LLC for City Hall Tuckpointing and Masonry Repairs Project
• Adopt 2025 Parks and Recreation, General Revenue, Cemetery, and Band Tax Rates
• Set September 22 public hearing on Special Use Permit for billboards near East Jackson Boulevard (Jansco Investments, LLC)
• Set September 22 public hearing on zoning text amendment for off-street parking at medical/dental clinics
• Approve Quit Claim Deed for Old Cape Road East, Wanda Lee Way, and Wedekind Street rights-of-way

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will discuss a mid-year employee health insurance report, bid results for the Holiday Extravaganza Lighting Program and Power Plant Tuckpointing Project, and a traffic code amendment on vehicle parking limits. They will also review reports from the Planning & Zoning Commission and Park Board.

• Mid-Year Employee Health Insurance Report
• Holiday Extravaganza Lighting Program – bid tabulation
• Power Plant Tuckpointing and Masonry Repairs Project – bid tabulation
• Amendments to Chapter 39 (Motor Vehicles and Traffic Code) – maximum vehicle parking period on streets

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review requests to approve land exchange certifications for properties on E. Jackson Blvd and Dana Drive, as well as a minor subdivision on Blues Highway Center. The body will also consider a special use permit for billboards near East Jackson Boulevard and a text amendment to Chapter 65 regarding off-street parking for medical and dental clinics.

• Land exchange certification for .96 Acres from 3815 E Jackson Blvd to 3704 Dana Drive
• Land exchange certification for .03 Acres from 1355 Mohawk Street to 1233 Cherokee Street
• Land exchange certification for 2,022 sq ft from 1044 Oakland Drive to 1026 Oakland Drive
• Text amendment to Chapter 65 (Zoning) regarding off-street parking for medical and dental clinics
• Special use permit for billboards closer to East Jackson Boulevard

Park Board

The Park Board will meet to review task orders for the Civic Center and City Pool renovations. The board will also discuss baseball and softball concession stands and the Optimist Boys Basketball program.

• Civic Center Renovation Task Order
• City Pool Renovation Task Order
• Baseball/Softball Concession Stands
• Optimist Boys Basketball

Community Outreach Board

The Community Outreach Board will meet to review minutes and reports. The board is scheduled to discuss several community programs and events.

• Jackson Moves
• Holiday Extravaganza Lighting Program
• Touch-A-Truck
• Cruisin' Uptown Jackson

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will vote on rezoning four properties on North High Street from residential to central business. They are also reviewing a contract for the 2025 Annual Concrete Pavement Improvement Program and several construction change orders.

• Rezoning of 312, 316, 320, and 324 North High Street from R-4 to C-3
• Bid of $348,420.56 to Lappe Cement Finishing, Inc. for concrete pavement improvements
• $4,800.00 change order to Herzog Excavating & Demolition, LLC for brush disposal
• Time extensions for 15kV Electric Distribution Circuit #21 and Fire Station No. 1 projects
• Final Plat of Goggin Subdivision No. 1

Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will hold a study session to discuss a request from RCH Development, LLC. The session also includes time for previously tabled and additional unspecified items.

• Request from RCH Development, LLC for a resolution of support for a senior housing grant application

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for July 31, 2025, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing and vote on rezoning four properties on North High Street. The body will also consider tax rate hearings and approve professional service contracts for city projects.

• Rezoning of 312, 316, 320, and 324 North High Street from R-4 to C-3
• Setting a public hearing for 2025 Parks and Recreation, General Revenue, Cemetery, and Band Tax Rates
• $15,000 contract to Dille Pollard LLC for Jackson Civic Center Expansion Project
• $14,000 contract to Bacon Farmer Workman Engineering & Testing, Inc. for Swimming Pool Renovations Project
• Transfer of Special Use Permit for 640 West Independence Street to Rollings Funeral Service, LLC

Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will hold a study session to review reports from the Park Board and Planning & Zoning Commission. The body will discuss updates to city ordinances regarding the City Clerk and City Collector.

• Retail Development Update
• Annual Concrete Pavement Improvement Program bid tabulation
• Amendments to Code of Ordinances Chapter 3 regarding City Clerk duties as assessor
• Amendments to Code of Ordinances Chapter 3 regarding the City Collector
• Discussion of a new City logo

Economic Development Board

The Economic Development Board will meet to discuss strategies for making development easier in Jackson. The board will consider changes to city ordinances, procedures, and incentives to encourage growth. The meeting also includes the swearing in of new members.

• Development of changes to city ordinances and procedures
• Consideration of development incentives
• Annexation strategy to assist development
• Swearing in of new members

Park Board

The Park Board will meet to discuss task order proposals for renovations at the Civic Center and the Jackson City Pool. The meeting includes reports from the Parks & Recreation Director and the Civic Center committee.

• Civic Center Renovation Task Order Proposal from Dille Pollard
• Jackson City Pool Renovation Task Order Proposal from Bacon Farmer Workman

Community Outreach Board

The Community Outreach Board will meet to review minutes and reports. The board is scheduled to discuss the Cruisin' Uptown Jackson, Holiday Extravaganza Lighting Program, and Touch a Truck events.

• Cruisin' Uptown Jackson
• Holiday Extravaganza Lighting Program
• Touch a Truck

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing and vote on vacating a portion of West Madison Street. Members will also review several subdivision plats and construction change orders.

• Public hearing to vacate West Madison Street right of way between Colorado Street and South Oklahoma Street
• $72,336.88 change order to Penzel Construction Company for Fire Station No. 1
• $33,000.00 change order to Herzog Excavating & Demolition for brush disposal
• Approval of Preliminary Plat for Jackson North Industrial Park Subdivision Phase II
• Proposed ordinances for Final Plats of Deer Ridge Subdivision and Old Orchard Town Homes Subdivision

Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will hold a study session to review utility rates and engineering proposals for city facilities. The body will also discuss zoning amendments and a special use permit transfer.

• 2025 Electric Utility Rate Study presentation
• Engineering services proposal for Jackson Civic Center Building Expansion Project
• Engineering services proposal for Jackson Swimming Pool Rehabilitation or Replacement Project
• Proposed amendments to Chapter 65 (Zoning) regarding off-street parking for medical and dental clinics
• Request to transfer Special Use Permit from McCombs Funeral Home, Inc. to Rollings Funeral Service, LLC

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will elect a chair for the 2025-2026 year. Members will also review responses and comments regarding proposed changes to Chapters 64 and 65 of the City of Jackson Ordinances.

• Election of the Chair for 2025-2026
• Review of SHPO response to proposed changes to Historic Preservation Chapter 64
• Review of City Attorney's comments on proposed changes to Chapter 65

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will review a request to reduce required parking spaces for a medical clinic. The board will also discuss the use of personal emails for business and potential code amendments for virtual meetings.

• Variance request for 2432 E Main Street to allow 48 parking spaces instead of the required 81
• Discussion on using personal emails for ZBOA business
• Consideration of amending code to include virtual and teleconference meetings

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold an election for the 2025-2026 chair. The body will also review a response from the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) regarding proposed changes to Chapter 64 of the City of Jackson Ordinances.

• Election of the Chair for the 2025-2026 year
• Review of SHPO response to proposed changes to Historic Preservation Chapter 64

Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will hold a study session to discuss several administrative and infrastructure items. The body will review reports from the Park Board and Planning & Zoning Commission. No final decisions are scheduled for this session.

• Change Order #4 for Building Addition & Renovation of Jackson Fire Station No. 1
• Amendments to City Code Chapter 3 regarding banking of city funds
• Special Event Permit application for Sam’s Fine Jewelry’s Rise & Rebuild Uptown event
• June 11th Planning & Zoning Commission report
• June 9th Park Board report

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will review several contractual agreements for city infrastructure and emergency services. The meeting includes proposals for a new marijuana sales tax and the scheduling of public hearings for rezoning and right-of-way vacations.

• Proposed ordinance amending Chapter 59 regarding adult use non-medical marijuana sales tax
• Bid of $32,450.00 from The Mason Medic for City Hall Tuckpointing and Masonry Repairs Project
• Public hearing set for July 21, 2025, to rezone 312, 316, 320, and 324 North High Street to C-3 District
• Public hearing set for July 7, 2025, to vacate public right of way on West Madison Street
• Change Order No. 3 for Fronabarger Concreters, Inc. increasing contract by $7,405.00 for North Industrial Park

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Jackson Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to consider three land-use actions: a re-subdivision plat for Deer Ridge Subdivision, a preliminary plat for the Jackson North Industrial Park Subdivision Phase II, and a rezoning request for four properties on N High Street from R-4 to C-3. The meeting will also include routine approval of past minutes and adjournment.

• Re-subdivision plat approval for Deer Ridge Subdivision (WPSD Properties, LLC)
• Preliminary plat approval for Jackson North Industrial Park Subdivision Phase II (City of Jackson)
• Rezoning of 324, 320, 316, and 312 N High St from R-4 to C-3 (City of Jackson)

Park Board

The Park Board will meet to discuss updates on projects funded by the American Rescue Plan Act. The agenda also includes reports from the Civic Center and the Parks & Recreation Director.

• American Rescue Plan Act project updates
• Civic Center report
• Parks & Recreation Director's report

The Jackson Park Board approved the minutes from the May meeting after a motion by Bob Lichtenegger and a second by Cherie Harris. The board also approved a motion to adjourn the June 9 meeting. No other formal actions were recorded.

• Approved May 2025 Board minutes (motion by Bob Lichtenegger, second by Cherie Harris)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (motion by Bob Lichtenegger, second by Mandi Gard)

Community Outreach Board

The Community Outreach Board will meet to discuss several city initiatives and conduct required training. The board will review the Cruisin Uptown Jackson, Holiday Extravaganza Lighting, and Jackson Moves programs.

• Cruisin Uptown Jackson
• Holiday Extravaganza Lighting Program
• Jackson Moves Program
• Missouri Sunshine Law Training

The Community Outreach Board approved the May meeting minutes and the May Treasurer’s Report, with both motions passing unanimously. A motion to adjourn the meeting also passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved May minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May Treasurer’s Report (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will discuss land acquisitions and rezoning requests for North High Street. The meeting includes proposals regarding street tree species and a grant application for a recreation trail.

• Rezoning tracts on North High Street from R-2 (Single-Family Residential) to C-3 (Central Business)
• Quit Claim Deed from Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission for land on North High Street
• Transportation Alternatives Program grant application for Hubble Creek Recreation Trail Project, Phase 3
• Ordinance amending Chapter 63 (Vegetation) regarding street tree species
• Corrective Deed of Dedication for Cane Creek Road Right of Way

Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will hold a study session to discuss several permit applications and city contracts. The body will review proposed amendments to the city code regarding non-medical marijuana sales tax.

• Amendments to Chapter 59 (Taxation) regarding adult use non-medical marijuana sales tax
• Bid tabulation for City Hall Tuckpointing and Masonry Repairs Project
• Contract renewal for Underground Facilities Locating and Marking Services Program
• Grant award for a drone for Jackson Fire Rescue
• Special Event Permit applications for UJRO’s Farm to Table, Oktoberfest, and American Legion’s Homecomers

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a parking requirement variance. The board will also conduct internal elections for Chair and Vice Chair for the 2025-2026 year.

• Variance request for 2432 E Main Street to allow 48 parking spaces instead of the required 81
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2025-2026
• Approval of March 27, 2025 minutes

Board of Aldermen

The Jackson Board of Aldermen will meet on May 19, 2025, to approve minutes from the previous meeting, adopt financial reports, and vote on multiple contracts and ordinances. Key decisions include accepting bids for water system upgrades and pedestrian walkway construction, as well as authorizing lighting and sewer maintenance agreements.

• Accepts $1,021,621.25 bid for Water System Facility Plan Implementation Project, Phase 2
• Approves $503,307.47 bid for East Main Street Pedestrian Walkway Project
• Authorizes $237,866.10 contract for Phase 3 Sanitary Sewer Main Extension along Williams Creek / South Old Orchard Road
• Votes on ordinance to vacate Cane Creek Road right of way in Jackson North Industrial Park Subdivision
• Approves Lighting Maintenance Agreements for West and East Jackson Boulevard

Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will hold a study session to discuss several city updates. The meeting includes reviews of park reports, city code amendments, and emergency service software.

• Amendments to Chapter 63 (Vegetation) of City Code regarding street tree species
• Agreement for cloud-based EMS and fire-reporting software for Jackson Fire Rescue
• MoDOT Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) call for projects
• May 12th Park Board report

Planning & Zoning Commission

The meeting has been canceled because no agenda items were submitted. No decisions or discussions will occur.

Community Outreach Board

The Jackson Community Outreach Board will hold a regular meeting with mostly procedural items, including approval of minutes and reports. The board will also discuss several community events: Cruisin’ Uptown Jackson, Holiday Extravaganza, and Walk Jackson. Additionally, there will be a Sunshine Law training session.

• Discussion of Cruisin’ Uptown Jackson event
• Discussion of Holiday Extravaganza event
• Discussion of Walk Jackson event
• Sunshine Law training for board members

The Community Outreach Board approved the minutes from April and the April Treasurer's Report. The board voted to provide $800 to support the Jackson Moves summer program. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved April meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved April Treasurer's Report (motion passed)
• Approved $800 funding for Jackson Moves summer program (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Park Board

The Park Board will meet to discuss updates on American Rescue Plan Act projects and preparations for Park Day 2025. The agenda also includes Sunshine Law training and reports from the Civic Center and Parks & Recreation Director.

• American Rescue Plan Act Project Updates
• Park Day 2025 planning
• Sunshine Law Training

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will finalize proposed changes to the Historic Preservation Chapter 64 of the City of Jackson Ordinances. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, stemming from old business. No new business items are scheduled.

• Finalize proposed changes to Historic Preservation Chapter 64 of City Ordinances

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will vote on several infrastructure contracts, including a $407,051.40 bid for the Sunset Drive Bridge Replacement, a $9,546 increase for engineering on the North High Street and Deerwood Drive roundabout, and a sewer extension agreement with The Villas of West Park. The agenda also includes proclamations honoring City Clerk Angela Birk and declaring Local Government Week, along with routine approvals of minutes and bills.

• Motion to accept $407,051.40 bid from Putz Construction for the Sunset Drive Bridge Replacement.
• Ordinance to authorize contract with Putz Construction for the Sunset Drive Bridge Replacement.
• Motion to increase expenditure by $9,546 for Lochmueller Group on the North High Street/Deerwood Drive roundabout project.
• Ordinance approving a Memorandum of Understanding with The Villas of West Park for the Williams Creek Phase 3 / South Old Orchard Road Sewer Extension.
• Ordinance approving the Final Plat of Williams Creek Estates (SM Richards Properties, LLC).

Board of Aldermen

The Mayor and Board of Aldermen will hold a study session to discuss city code amendments and review bid tabulations for three infrastructure projects. The body will also discuss roadway lighting agreements with MoDOT.

• Amendments to Chapter 3 (Administration) of the City Code
• Phase 3 Sanitary Sewer Main Extension along Williams Creek / South Old Orchard Road bid tabulation
• Water System Facility Plan Implementation Project, Phase 2, Project 2E - Part 1 bid tabulation
• East Main Street Pedestrian Walkway Project bid tabulation
• Roadway Lighting Maintenance Agreements with MoDOT

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The meeting scheduled for April 24, 2025, has been canceled because there were no agenda items.

Board of Aldermen

At this study session, the Jackson Board of Aldermen will discuss a request from the Jackson R-2 School District to abandon West Madison Street. They will also review bids for the Sunset Drive Bridge Replacement, a modification to the roundabout project at North High Street and Deerwood Drive, and a memorandum of understanding for a sewer extension project. Reports from the Planning & Zoning Commission and Park Board will be presented.

• Request to abandon West Madison Street by Jackson R-2 School District
• Sunset Drive Bridge Replacement bid tabulation
• Modification to Task Order Authorization No. 22-15 for roundabout at North High Street and Deerwood Drive
• Memorandum of Understanding with The Villas of West Park for Williams Creek Phase 3 / South Old Orchard Road Sewer Extension Project
• Reports from April 16th Planning & Zoning Commission and April 14th Park Board

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will administer oaths to newly elected officials, hear the State of the City Address from the mayor, and vote on a motion to approve the mayor's appointments to boards, committees, and the office of Municipal Judge (Michelle Spooler). No executive session is anticipated due to lack of items.

• Motion to approve mayor's appointments to various boards, committees, and positions
• Appointment of Michelle Spooler as Municipal Judge of the 32nd Judicial Circuit Court
• Mayor's State of the City Address
• Oath of office administered to newly elected officials
• Mayoral appointments to Power, Light, and Water Committee and Street, Sewer, and Cemetery Committee

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will consider a rezoning request for a 6.36-acre lot on Ridge Road from R-2 (Single-Family Residential) to R-4 (General Residential) and a special use permit to allow multiple buildings on the same lot. Contracts with Alliance Water Resources for a GIS program and Retail Strategies, LLC for retail development services are also up for approval. A change order for the Jackson North Industrial Park Infrastructure Project totaling $79,350 and several other engineering and sewer projects are on the agenda. Routine items include adoption of meeting minutes, financial reports, and certification of the April 8 municipal election results.

• Motion and ordinance to rezone 6.36-acre lot on Ridge Road from R-2 to R-4 (items 10-11)
• Motion and ordinance for special use permit to allow multiple buildings on same Ridge Road lot (items 12-13)
• Motion accepting proposal and ordinance for GIS program contract with Alliance Water Resources for remainder of 2025 (items 6-7)
• Motion accepting proposal and ordinance for retail development services contract with Retail Strategies, LLC (items 8-9)
• Change order No. 2 to Fronabarger Concreters for $79,350 plus 31-day extension for Jackson North Industrial Park Infrastructure Project (item 14)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a postponed meeting on April 16, 2025, to consider a request to approve the final plat of the Williams Creek Estates subdivision, submitted by Nitsch Farms LP. Other agenda items include approval of previous meeting minutes and administrative matters.

• Consider a request to approve a final plat of Williams Creek Estates submitted by Nitsch Farms LP

The Planning & Zoning Commission met on April 16, 2025 at City Hall. The agenda included approval of the March 12, 2025 minutes and a request to approve a final plat for Williams Creek Estates. The minutes do not record any votes, approvals, denials, or other actions on those items.

Community Outreach Board

The Jackson Community Outreach Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes and reports, then discuss two main agenda items: the Cruisin' Uptown Jackson event and tourism grants. No specific actions or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of March 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of Secretary and Treasurer’s Report
• Discussion of Cruisin' Uptown Jackson event
• Discussion of tourism grants
• Next meeting scheduled for May 12, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission

The Jackson Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for April 10, 2025, has been cancelled because there are no items to discuss or decide.

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings regarding a 6.36-acre lot on Ridge Road. They are considering a rezoning request and a special use permit to allow multiple buildings on the property.

• Rezoning of 6.36-acre lot on Ridge Road from R-2 to R-4
• Special use permit for multiple buildings on Ridge Road lot
• Contract with Breaking Bonds Ministries, Inc. for $1,200.00 per event for cemetery trimming
• Proposed ordinance changes regarding garage and yard sales
• Proposed ordinance changes for the Economic Development Board

Board of Aldermen

The Jackson Board of Aldermen holds a study session to discuss a request for proposals for retail development services, a modification to Task Order Authorization No. 24-02 for the WWTP NPDES permit renewal, and a contract agreement with Alliance Water Resources, Inc. for GIS services. They will also discuss previously tabled items and any additional items.

• Request for proposals for retail development services
• Modification to Task Order Authorization No. 24-02 for WWTP NPDES permit renewal
• Contract agreement with Alliance Water Resources, Inc. for GIS services
• Discussion of previously tabled items (unspecified)
• Additional items (unspecified)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request from the Reorganized School District R-II. The request seeks to exceed the restriction on the number of access drives on a single street-facing side by allowing five parking spaces with direct access from the street at 614 E Adams Street. Other agenda items include approval of minutes from November 21, 2024, and administrative matters.

• Variance request to allow five parking spaces with direct street access at 614 E Adams Street, submitted by Reorganized School District R-II

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will consider several action items, including a $50,289 change order for Fire Station No. 1 renovation, a $63,000 bid for power plant painting, and a contractual agreement for pharmacy benefit management. They will also set public hearings for rezoning and a special use permit on a 6.36-acre lot on Ridge Road, and consider a voluntary annexation of 1.08 acres on Fraser Ridge. The meeting includes presentations of proclamations for Child Abuse Prevention Month and Arbor Day, along with approval of minutes and financial reports.

• Motion approving Change Order No. 3 to Penzel Construction for $50,289.96 for Fire Station No. 1 renovation
• Motion accepting bid of $63,000 from Robert Boitnott Painting for Power Plant Equipment Painting
• Bill proposing Ordinance authorizing an Abatement Order on Consent with MO DNR re: Notice of Violation SE240018
• Motion setting a public hearing for rezoning 6.36 acres on Ridge Road from R-2 to R-4
• Bill proposing Ordinance approving voluntary annexation of 1.08 acres on Fraser Ridge

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will discuss proposed school zone speed limits on Oak Street and North Lacey Street, a request from the Jackson R-2 School District to abandon portions of South Oklahoma Street and West Madison Street, and several ordinance amendments. This is a study session — no final votes are scheduled; items are for discussion only.

• Special event permit application for UJRO's Jackson in Bloom
• Proposed school zone speed limits on Oak Street and North Lacey Street
• Request to abandon portions of South Oklahoma Street and West Madison Street by Jackson R-2 School District
• Addition of Chapter 3 to establish the Economic Development Board
• Amendments to Chapter 49 (Peddlers and Solicitors) regarding garage and yard sales

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review proposed changes to Chapter 64 of the City of Jackson Ordinances regarding historic preservation. They will also discuss providing an update to the Board of Aldermen at their March 17 meeting.

• Review proposed amendments to Historic Preservation Ordinance Chapter 64
• Discuss presentation to Board of Aldermen on March 17, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider requests to rezone a 6.36-acre parcel from R-2 Single Family Residential to R-4 General Residential and grant a special use permit for a community unit plan with multiple buildings. The commission also will consider two land exchange certifications for small parcels at 813 Old Cape Road and 125 E Main Street.

• Public hearing and consideration of rezoning 6.36 acres (parcel 15-101-00-02-004.01-0000) from R-2 to R-4 (Robert W. & Belinda Phillips)
• Public hearing and consideration of special use permit for community unit plan with multiple buildings on the same 6.36-acre lot
• Consideration of Land Exchange Certification transferring 0.12 acres from 813 Old Cape Road to 819 Old Cape Road (Semo Rental Properties, LLC)
• Consideration of Land Exchange Certification transferring 0.01 acres from 125 E Main St to 117 S Hope Street (CPM Investments, LLC)

Community Outreach Board

The board will consider approving February meeting minutes and financial reports. A presentation on the Safe Across Pedestrian Safety Program by Janet Sanders is scheduled. Other items include discussion of Cruisin' Uptown Jackson and tourism grants.

• Presentation of Safe Across Pedestrian Safety Program by Janet Sanders
• Discussion of Cruisin' Uptown Jackson event
• Consideration of tourism grants
• Approval of February 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of secretary and treasurer’s report

Park Board

The Park Board will meet to review updates on American Rescue Plan Act projects. The board is also discussing programs and pricing for the city pool and plans for Park Day 2025.

• American Rescue Plan Act project updates
• City Pool programs and prices for 2025
• Park Day 2025 planning

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will vote on several action items including a motion to prepare a revised preliminary plat for the Jackson North Industrial Park Subdivision and a change order extending the infrastructure contract. Other items include contract extensions for a park pavilion project, rejection of a sewer lateral bid, acceptance of an easement for sidewalk improvements, and ordinances adjusting speed limits and parking on Main Street.

• Motion to prepare revised Preliminary Plat for Jackson North Industrial Park Subdivision
• Change Order No. 1 to Fronabarger Concreters, Inc. extending contract time 54 days for Jackson North Industrial Park Infrastructure Project
• Change Order No. 1 to Putz Construction, LLC extending contract time 60 days for Park Pavilion #2 Replacement Project
• Motion rejecting the bid for Nine Oaks First Subdivision Lot 47 Sanitary Sewer Lateral Project
• Bill proposing ordinance to accept Access and Drainage Easement Deed from Rebecca Miller for East Main Street Sidewalk Improvements

Board of Aldermen

The Jackson Board of Aldermen is holding a study session to discuss several items, including a proposed contract extension with Express Scripts/VPS Rx, a request from the Jackson R-2 School District to abandon portions of West Madison Street and South Oklahoma Street, and proposed school zone speed limits on Oak Street. Other discussion items include a request for proposals for a financial and utility billing module, a bid tabulation for the power plant painting project, and a change order for the fire station renovation project. No final votes are expected at this meeting.

• Proposed contract extension with Express Scripts/VPS Rx
• Request by Jackson R-2 School District to abandon portions of West Madison Street and South Oklahoma Street
• Proposed school zone speed limits on Oak Street
• Request for proposals for Financial & Utility Billing Module
• Building Addition & Renovation of Jackson Fire Station No. 1 – Change Order No. 3

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet to review a request for a variance regarding storage shed placement. The board will also vote on the approval of minutes from the November 21, 2024 meeting.

• Variance request for an 8' x 10' storage shed in the side yard at 1148 Trail Ridge Drive

Board of Aldermen

The Jackson Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing on the voluntary annexation of 1.08 acres on Fraser Ridge. They will also vote on ordinances to annex 1.25 acres on West Jackson Trail and approve a final plat for Terrace Above the Greens Subdivision. Other action items include accepting a $26,620 park memorial donation for a street hockey rink, a change order for brush disposal, and hourly rates for tree trimming services.

• Public hearing to consider voluntary annexation of 1.08 acres on Fraser Ridge (MHRR LLC)
• Ordinance to annex 1.25 acres on West Jackson Trail (SEMO Land Development, LLC)
• Ordinance accepting Guy Wire Easement Deeds for Roundabout Project at North High Street and Deerwood Drive
• Motion to accept $26,620 park memorial donation from Compton Giving Fund for Street Hockey Rink improvements
• Motion approving Change Order No. 6, $6,900, to Herzog Excavating & Demolition for brush disposal

Board of Aldermen

The Jackson Board of Aldermen will hold a study session to discuss multiple items, including a request to abandon utility and roadway easements in Turner Subdivision, proposed speed limit changes on Oak and Main Streets, and a request for proposals for a financial and utility billing module. No votes are expected as this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Request to abandon utility and roadway easements in Turner Subdivision
• Proposed school zone speed limits on Oak Street and reduced speed limits on Main Street
• Proposed 15-minute parking space at 210 West Main Street
• Agreement for license to use City logo
• Financial & Utility Billing Module – request for proposals

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss whether to maintain or eliminate the Certified Local Government (CLG) accreditation from the Missouri Department of Natural Resources. The agenda also includes a review of the city's Historic Preservation Mission Statement and the relevant chapter of city ordinances. No public hearings or old business are scheduled.

• Discussion on maintaining or eliminating CLG accreditation from Missouri DNR
• Review of Historic Preservation Mission Statement (Chapter 64, Sec. 64-1)
• Review of Historic Preservation chapter in city ordinances (Chapter 64)
• No minutes to approve; no public hearings or old business

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a request to rezone a 6.36-acre lot from R-2 Single Family Residential to R-4 General Residential and a related special use permit to allow multiple buildings on the same lot. They will also review a minor subdivision plat for the Teresa R. Maurer E. Main Subdivision. The meeting includes public hearings and approval of previous minutes.

• Approval of January 8, 2025 minutes
• Consider minor subdivision plat: Teresa R. Maurer E. Main Subdivision (Teresa Rosette Maurer Revocable Living Trust)
• Consider rezoning 6.36-acre lot (parcel 15-101-00-02-004.01-0000) from R-2 to R-4 General Residential (Robert W. & Belinda Phillips)
• Consider special use permit for multiple buildings on the same 6.36-acre lot in R-4 district (Robert W. & Belinda Phillips)

Park Board

The Jackson Park Board will consider updates on ARPA-funded projects, a Civic Center expansion, and 2025 city pool programs and pricing. Discussions will also include plans for Park Day 2025. No votes or decisions are guaranteed; items may be carried forward.

• American Rescue Plan Act project updates
• Civic Center expansion discussion
• 2025 City Pool programs and prices
• Park Day 2025 planning
• Approval of January 2025 meeting minutes

Community Outreach Board

The Jackson Community Outreach Board will hold a regular meeting to approve previous minutes and reports, discuss tourism grants, plan the Cruisin' Uptown Jackson event, and address the contents of a shed. No specific dollar amounts or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of meeting minutes from January 13, 2025
• Approval of Secretary and Treasurer’s Report
• Discussion of tourism grants
• Planning for Cruisin' Uptown Jackson event
• Discussion of contents of shed

The board accepted the January minutes and December treasurer's report, and tabled the tourism grant discussion until the next meeting to gather more information. They also set dates for the Cruisin Uptown Jackson car show and storage shed cleanout.

• Accepted January 2025 minutes
• Accepted December treasurer's report
• Tabled tourism grant discussion until next meeting
• Scheduled Cruisin Uptown Jackson for April 12
• Scheduled storage shed cleanout for March 30 at 2:00

Board of Aldermen

The Jackson Board of Aldermen will consider several action items, including a $87,389.66 contract for engineering services related to the Jackson Middle School Crosswalk and Sidewalk Improvements Project, a change order for the water plant project, and budget amendments. The board will also vote on a new rental fee schedule for the Civic Center and a memorandum of understanding for a retaining wall on Kate Street.

• Motion accepting $87,389.66 proposal from S H Smith & Company for engineering services on Jackson Middle School Crosswalk and Sidewalk Improvements Project
• Motion approving Change Order No. 4 for $7,505.17 to RIHC Contracting for Jackson Water Plant Improvements – Phase 2, Project 2D
• Motion approving new rental fee schedule for Jackson Civic Center effective February 4, 2025
• Bill proposing Ordinance approving a Memorandum of Understanding for a retaining wall at 303 North Georgia Street on Kate Street right of way
• Motion rejecting bids for Mowing and Trimming Services Program for City Cemeteries

Board of Aldermen

The Jackson Board of Aldermen is holding a study session to discuss a tree trimming program service rates proposal for 2025. The agenda also includes discussion of previously tabled items and unspecified additional items. No voting is scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Tree Trimming Program – service rates proposal for 2025
• Discussion of previously tabled items (unspecified)
• Additional items (unspecified)

Board of Aldermen

The Jackson Board of Aldermen will hold a study session to discuss reports from the Park Board and Planning & Zoning Commission. They will also consider a memorandum of understanding for a retaining wall at 303 North Georgia Street and review an engineering services proposal for crosswalk and sidewalk improvements at Jackson Middle School. An annual report on net metering and discussion of previously tabled items are also on the agenda.

• January 9th Park Board Report
• January 11th Planning & Zoning Commission Report
• Memorandum of understanding for retaining wall in Kate Street right of way at 303 North Georgia Street
• Jackson Middle School Crosswalk and Sidewalk Improvements Project engineering services proposal
• Net metering annual report

Board of Aldermen

The Jackson Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing on the voluntary annexation with zoning of 1.25 acres on West Jackson Trail. They will vote on several action items including a two-year contract extension for Flock license plate readers for the Police Department, amendments to cable franchise fees and recreation/public safety/fire protection sales taxes, and a $37,000 task order for an electric utility rate study. The board also will consider a resolution to set a public hearing for another annexation and a lease for a public parking lot on North High Street.

• Public hearing on voluntary annexation with zoning of 1.25 acres on West Jackson Trail (SEMO Land Development, LLC)
• Motion to extend contract with Flock Group, Inc. for license plate readers for Police Department (two years)
• Bill to amend Chapter 13 (Cable Communications) regarding franchise fees
• Bill to amend Chapter 59 (Taxation) regarding Recreation, Public Safety, and Fire Protection Sales Taxes
• Task Order Authorization No. 25-01 for $37,000 to 1898 & Co. for Electric Utility Rate Study

Park Board

The Jackson Park Board will meet to discuss updates on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) projects and consider a review of Civic Center rental rates. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and reports from the Civic Center and Parks & Recreation Director.

• December 2024 meeting minutes approval
• American Rescue Plan Act project updates
• Civic Center rental rate review
• Civic Center report
• Park Director's report

Community Outreach Board

The Jackson Community Outreach Board will meet to elect its officers for 2025. The board will also review tourism grants and the Holiday Extravaganza Lighting Program.

• Election of officers for 2025
• Discussion of tourism grants
• Recap of Holiday Extravaganza Lighting Program – Flip the Switch
• Discussion of Cruisin’ Uptown Jackson
• Comments from the UJRO

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Jackson Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a request to approve a Land Exchange Certification for transferring portions of land from 965 Royce Drive to adjacent properties. The proposal involves .52 acres going to 933 Royce Drive and .58 acres to 944 Royce Drive, submitted by Jeff F. & Gina M. Derrick and Ronald N. & Cathrine L. Bone. No other business or public hearings are scheduled.

• Land Exchange Certification for transfer of .52 acres from 965 Royce Drive to 933 Royce Drive
• Transfer of .58 acres from 965 Royce Drive to 944 Royce Drive
• Applicants: Jeff F. & Gina M. Derrick and Ronald N. & Cathrine L. Bone

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will vote on several contracts, including software for fire code compliance and a new baler for the Recycling Center. Members will also consider a voluntary annexation agreement for property on West Jackson Trail and new depository agreements with eight banks.

• Purchase of a horizontal baler from Reaction Distributing, Inc. for $104,796.00
• Annexation and zoning of 1.25 acres at 345 West Jackson Trail for Semo Land Development, LLC
• Contract with Brycer, LLC for fire code compliance software for Jackson Fire Rescue
• Depository Agreements with eight banks including First State Community Bank and US Bank
• License Agreement with the City of Springfield for the SafeAcross Program

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a study session to discuss proposals including a contract extension for FLOCK cameras, an electric utility rate study, and multiple ordinance amendments to chapters on parks, cable, and taxation. No votes are scheduled; items are for discussion only.

• Contract extension for FLOCK cameras – proposal
• Electric Utility Rate Study – engineering services proposal
• Mowing and Trimming Services Program – bid tabulation
• Financial & Utility Billing Software – request for proposals
• Amendments to Chapter 59 (Taxation) – Parks, Public Safety, and Fire Protection Taxes