Jefferson County public meetings in 2025

Special Meetings & Emergency Meetings

The Jefferson County Council is meeting to discuss and potentially vote on a budget amendment. The proposed change involves transferring funds between park reserve accounts to pay for real estate. The council will also hold closed sessions regarding litigation and real estate transactions.

• Bill No. 25-12366: Budget amendment to transfer funds between Park Reserve and Park Reserve Revenue accounts for real estate purchase
• Closed session regarding legal actions and litigation
• Closed session regarding the leasing, purchase, or sale of real estate

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to conduct business regarding property valuations. The agenda includes a specific hearing for Mark Perou.

• Hearing for Mark Perou (86-P-25 569822)

Special Meetings & Emergency Meetings

The Jefferson County Council will meet to discuss an ordinance to amend the 2025 budget. The proposed change involves transferring funds between park reserve accounts to pay for real estate.

• Bill No. 25-12366: Budget amendment to transfer funds between Park Reserve Account and Park Reserve Revenue Account for real estate purchase

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will meet to discuss the 2026 fiscal year budget and the adoption of an Emergency Operations Plan. The body will also consider numerous ordinances related to road improvements, engineering contracts, and public safety equipment.

• Bill No. 25-12336: Approval of the Fiscal Year 2026 budget and COLA
• Bill No. 25-12337: Tax Revenue Sharing Agreements for 1/2 of 1% Road Improvement Sales Tax
• Bill No. 25-12342: City Street Improvement Agreement for Market, Beckett, Fourth, Fifth, and Front Streets in Kimmswick
• Bill No. 25-12363: Purchase of four additional cameras from Flock Group Inc.
• Bill No. 25-12335: Adoption of the Emergency Operations Plan

County Council

The Jefferson County Economic Development Objectives Committee will meet on Dec. 17, 2025 to discuss a proposed data center, focusing on air quality, wastewater, and stormwater issues. The meeting will also review constituent feedback from previous discussions. No decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Data center discussion – air quality
• Data center discussion – wastewater
• Data center discussion – stormwater
• Review of constituent feedback

Employees Merit System Commission

The Jefferson County Employees’ Merit System Commission will meet on December 11, 2025 at 9:00 A.M. in the Executive Conference Room at 729 Maple Street, Hillsboro. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, approval of the agenda, approval of minutes, and old business. The primary substantive item is a discussion of class titles and grades by class titles. No other specific decisions are listed.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes
• Discussion of class titles and grades by class titles (new business)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will review requests for zone changes and a variance for properties in Festus, DeSoto, and Rock Township. One requested zone change for Rockwood Meadows has been continued to January 8, 2026.

• PB25-0015: Zone change from CC-2 to PC and development plan for Smith & Sons Contracting LLC at 3209 US Highway 67, Festus
• PB25-0016: Variance request for 4311 State Road V, DeSoto, regarding Section 400.2560 of the County Code
• PB25-0017: Zone change from R-7 to PR-2 and development plan for East Lark Apartments at 108 E Lark Drive
• PB25-0018: Zone change for Rockwood Meadows at Highway 109 and Highway W (continued to 1-8-26)

The commission voted 8‑1 to deny PB25-0017, a request to change the zoning of 108 E Lark Drive to Planned Mixed Residential. It unanimously approved PB25-0016, a variance for 4311 State Road V. No vote outcome was recorded for the PB25-0015 zoning request.

• Moved PB25-0017 to the beginning of the agenda (all in favor)
• Approved the amended agenda (all in favor)
• Approved the November 13, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Accepted exhibits for the agenda items (all in favor)
• Denied PB25-0017 zone change request (8-1)
• Approved PB25-0016 variance (unanimous)

County Council

The Economic Development Objectives Committee will meet to discuss a data center. The discussion will focus on electric usage, appearance, and siting.

• Discussion of data center electric usage
• Discussion of data center appearance
• Discussion of data center siting

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will meet on Dec 8, 2025 to consider a range of ordinances, bids, and appointments. Key actions include approving the fiscal year 2026 budget with fund transfers and a cost‑of‑living adjustment, and adopting the county’s Emergency Operations Plan. The council will also consider reimbursements under tax‑revenue‑sharing agreements, service contract addenda, and a rezoning application for the Reserve at Liguori Bluffs.

• Bill 25-12336 – Ordinance approving the FY 2026 budget, transferring unencumbered balances and providing a COLA.
• Bill 25-12335 – Ordinance adopting the Jefferson County Emergency Operations Plan.
• Bill 25-12323 – Ordinance to reimburse the City of Crystal City under the ½ % road‑improvement sales tax.
• Bill 25-12334 – Ordinance authorizing an agreement with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for the National Fish Passage Program at the dam near Rockford Park.
• Bill 25-11322 – Ordinance rezoning a parcel from R7 to PR1 for the “Reserve at Liguori Bluffs” development.

The council moved Bill No. 25-12334 to the agenda, introduced it, and approved it authorizing an agreement with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for the National Fish Passage Program at Rockford Park. The amended agenda, consent agenda, and the November 17 journal were also approved unanimously. Two other bills (25-12334 and 25-12324) were removed from the original agenda before consideration.

• Removed Bill No. 25-12334 from agenda (unanimous)
• Removed Bill No. 25-12324 from agenda (unanimous)
• Approved amended agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Bill No. 25-12334 authorizing agreement with US Fish & Wildlife Service (unanimous)
• Approved November 17, 2025 journal (unanimous)

Public Safety Commission

The inaugural Jefferson County Task Force on Restricted Opioid Settlement Funds will meet to introduce its purpose and organization, discuss the settlement overview, and vote on a Vice Chair. Members will also start developing foundational documents such as bylaws and fund usage criteria. The meeting sets the schedule for future work and reporting requirements.

• Election of Vice Chair for the Task Force
• Drafting of Task Force bylaws and decision‑support documents
• Review of settlement overview, including available funds and approved usages
• Establishment of a regular meeting schedule
• Discussion of fund usage priorities and investment review criteria

The Jefferson County Opioid Settlement Task Force approved its agenda and elected Dave Marshak as Vice Chair. It adopted an initial monthly meeting schedule and set the next meeting for Jan 16 2026. The task force also assigned Warren Robinson to draft bylaws for approval at the next meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion by Mick Fischer, seconded by Bob Tullock)
• Elected Dave Marshak as Vice Chair (nominated by Mick Fischer, seconded by Steven Sikes, accepted)
• Adopted monthly meeting schedule for the task force
• Scheduled next meeting for Jan 16 2026 at 10:00 am in Herculaneum
• Task Force will develop bylaws (Warren Robinson to prepare for next meeting)

County Council

The Economic Development Objectives Committee will meet on Dec. 3, 2025 to consider a data center project. Members will discuss three specific topics: lighting, noise, and water usage. No formal decisions are indicated on the agenda.

• Data Center Discussion – lights
• Data Center Discussion – noise
• Data Center Discussion – water

Local Emergency Planning Commission

The Jefferson County Local Emergency and Planning Committee will meet on Nov 25, 2025 to review several items. The agenda includes a Treasurer’s Report, an update on a pending RFP, discussion of the HMEP program, Hazmat training meal logistics, and approval and revision of the committee’s by‑laws. The meeting will also cover special committee reports and scheduled exercises and trainings.

• Review and approval of Treasurer’s Report (J. Akins)
• Old Business – RFP Update
• New Business – HMEP
• New Business – Hazmat Training Meals
• Approve & Update By‑Laws

The committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda, the prior minutes, and the treasurer’s report showing a $26,086.93 balance. It also approved selected HMEP training courses and funding for hazmat training meals and water. The current by‑laws were ratified without changes.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved 9/23/2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Treasurer’s report with $26,086.93 balance (unanimous)
• Approved HMEP course selections and submission (unanimous)
• Approved LEPC payment for hazmat training meals and water (unanimous)
• Approved current By‑Laws with no changes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:14 p.m. (unanimous)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget and consider ordinances for flood damage prevention, road improvement reimbursements, and various grants and contracts. The meeting will also include the introduction and perfection of several bills.

• Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2026 budget
• Ordinance to adopt new Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance
• Ordinance to authorize reimbursement for road improvement sales tax
• Ordinance to approve budget and appropriation of funds for FY2026
• Ordinance to approve rezoning of property to Planned Residential (PR1) zone

The council voted to approve the meeting agenda and the journals from the November 3 and November 10 regular meetings. A motion to close the public hearing on the proposed FY 2026 budget was also passed. No other substantive policy actions were recorded.

• Approved meeting agenda (7-0-0)
• Approved November 3, 2025 work‑session journal (7-0-0)
• Approved November 10, 2025 regular‑meeting journal (7-0-0)
• Closed public hearing on FY 2026 budget (7-0-0)

County Council Work Session

The Jefferson County Council will hold a work session on Monday, November 17, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in the Assembly Room of the Jefferson County Administration Center, 729 Maple Street, Hillsboro. The agenda includes a discussion of the proposed 2026 budget with elected officials and department heads. Public seating will be limited and members of other boards and commissions may attend.

• Proposed 2026 budget discussion with elected officials and department heads

Board of Equalization

The Jefferson County Board of Equalization will hold a citizen hearing, consider any old or new business items, and review value changes reported by the Assessor's Office. The board will announce any decisions within five to seven business days. No specific proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Citizens to be heard
• Old Business
• New Business
• Assessor's Office Value Changes

County Council

The Jefferson County Economic Development Objectives Committee will meet on November 13, 2025. The meeting will include a discussion of a data center under new business. No decisions are noted; the agenda is limited to discussion and scheduling the next meeting.

• Data Center Discussion (new business)

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Jefferson County Board of Zoning Adjustment will meet to review a variance application. The board will determine if the requested exception to rear yard setback requirements is permitted for a specific residential property.

• ZB25-002: Variance request for rear yard setback requirements for a covered patio at 5144 Georgine Dr., Imperial

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider variance and zone change requests for properties in Imperial and Windsor Townships. The body will also review preliminary plats for two residential developments and approve the 2026 meeting schedule.

• Variance request for 50 Huntleigh Woods, Barnhart (PB25-0008)
• Zone change from R-20 to PR-1 and development plan for Bella Terra Addition at Black Oak Drive and Dogwood Lane (PB250010)
• Preliminary Plat for Bella Terra Addition (PB25-0011)
• Zone change from R-7 to PR-1 and development plan for Serenity Springs at Metropolitan Boulevard and Ligouri Drive (PB25-0012)
• Preliminary Plat for Serenity Springs (PB25-0013)

The commission voted 7-1 to continue the variance request PB25-0008 until January 8, 2026. It also voted 7-1 to approve PB25-0012 (zone change) and PB25-0013 (preliminary plat) for the Reserve at Liguori Bluffs. The 2026 Planning and Zoning Schedule was adopted with unanimous support.

• Continued PB25-0008 variance request to Jan 8, 2026 (7-1)
• Approved PB25-0012 zone change from R-7 to PR-1 (7-1)
• Approved PB25-0013 preliminary plat for Reserve at Liguori Bluffs (7-1)
• Adopted 2026 Planning and Zoning Schedule (unanimous)

County Council

The County Council will hold public hearings regarding the official master plan and flood damage prevention ordinances. The body is also considering various road improvement reimbursements, contract awards, and a rezoning request in Council District 7.

• Public hearing and proposed adoption of the Visualize Jefferson County Master Plan
• Public hearing and proposed new Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance (Chapter 405)
• Proposed rezoning of Parcel 07-2.0-03.0-0-001-045 from Planned Commercial to Single Family Residential (R40)
• Road improvement tax reimbursements for Byrnes Mill, Olympian Village, Crystal City, and Festus Special Road District
• Awarding of bids for Election Mail Services 2025 and Burial Services 2025

The council approved the meeting agenda and the October 14 and October 27 meeting journals. A motion to close the public hearing on proposed amendments to the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance passed unanimously. The council also voted to suspend the rules to give extra time for a speaker on the Visualize Jefferson County Master Plan, which also passed unanimously.

• Approved agenda (unanimous yes, no no, no abstain)
• Approved October 14, 2025 journal (unanimous yes, no no, no abstain)
• Approved October 27, 2025 journal (unanimous yes, no no, no abstain)
• Closed public hearing on Flood Damage Prevention ordinance amendments (unanimous yes, no no, no abstain)
• Suspended rules to allow extra time for Master Plan speaker (unanimous yes, no no, no abstain)

Public Safety Commission

The Jefferson County Public Safety Commission will receive an OEM Director report covering outdoor warning sirens and the County Opioid Task Force. It will review updates to the Emergency Operations Plan and situational awareness reporting. Member monthly reports and public comment will also be heard. No specific decisions or actions are listed on the agenda.

• Outdoor Warning Sirens update
• County Opioid Task Force report
• Emergency Operations Plan update
• Situational Awareness Reporting
• Public Comment

County Council Work Session

The Jefferson County Council work session will feature discussions on nuisance properties, options for tiny homes, the presence of data centers in the county, and an overview of the 2026 budget. Each topic will be led by the indicated council member. No formal decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Nuisance Properties Discussion
• Tiny Homes and Legislative Options
• Data Centers in Jefferson County
• 2026 Budget Agenda
• Missouri Extension Council presentation

The council voted to amend the agenda by deleting item 5, the 2026 Budget discussion. The amended agenda was then approved. The meeting was adjourned after a motion carried unanimously.

• Amended agenda to remove item 5 (2026 Budget discussion) – approved (5-0)
• Approved agenda as amended – approved (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting – approved (5-0)

County Council

The County Council will hold the third and final public hearing on proposed changes to the county traffic code. The meeting also includes a consent agenda of multiple ordinances authorizing reimbursements, bid awards, and change orders for public works contracts. Several resolutions will be considered, including payment of surplus from a tax sale, disposal of surplus property, and removal of uncollectible personal‑property tax bills. Additional items include a rezoning of a parcel to single‑family residential and the renaming of the County Administration Center.

• Public hearing (3 of 3) on amendments to the Jefferson County Traffic Code (Public Works)
• Bill No. 25-10278 – Ordinance to reimburse Crystal City for 0.5% road improvement sales tax (Public Works)
• Resolution No. R25-1093 – Payment of surplus from 2025 delinquent tax sale to applicant (Collector)
• Bill No. 25-10290 – Ordinance to rezone parcel 07‑2.0‑03.0‑0‑001‑045 from Planned Commercial to Single‑Family Residential (County Services)
• Bill No. 25-10277 – Ordinance renaming the Jefferson County Administration Center as “The Ken Waller Memorial Building” (County Council)

The council amended and approved the meeting agenda, then closed the third public hearing on traffic code amendments. It approved the Consent Agenda, which includes twelve ordinances and contracts, with a unanimous vote. The council also adopted Resolution R25-1093 to pay surplus from the 2025 tax sale to the named applicant, and Resolution R25-1094 to declare certain property surplus for disposal. All votes were 7‑yes, 0‑no, 0‑abstain.

• Amended agenda approved (unanimous 7-0-0)
• Amended agenda adopted (unanimous 7-0-0)
• Closed third public hearing on traffic code amendments (unanimous 7-0-0)
• Consent Agenda approved in full, covering 12 ordinances and contracts (unanimous 7-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution R25-1093 granting surplus tax sale payment to applicant (unanimous 7-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution R25-1094 declaring property surplus for disposal (unanimous 7-0-0)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council Road Committee is meeting for an orientation with Public Works. The session will cover the 2021 Road Master Plan Update and the subdivision audit process.

• 2021 Road Master Plan Update
• Subdivision Audit Process

County Council

The Jefferson County Rules Committee will meet on Oct. 20, 2025, to consider changes to the Council's procedural rules. The agenda includes standard items such as call to order, roll call, and approval of the agenda and journal. The only new business item is a discussion on amending the rules of procedure. The meeting will conclude with setting the next meeting date.

• Discussion on amending the County Council's rules of procedure

County Council

The Jefferson County Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee will meet on October 14, 2025. The council will approve the meeting agenda and the August 20, 2025 journal. After these routine approvals, the meeting will be adjourned.

• Approval of the agenda
• Approval of the August 20, 2025 journal

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will hold a second public hearing on amendments to the traffic code and consider a consent agenda of contracts for public works, road projects, and law enforcement grants.

• Second public hearing on traffic code amendments
• Commerce Drive Bridge replacement project change order
• Renaming of Jefferson County Administration Center to 'Ken Waller Memorial Building'
• Rezoning of property in Council District 4 to commercial
• Prohibition on swimming at Rockford Park

The council approved the meeting agenda and the September 22, 2025 journal without opposition. They then voted to close the second public hearing on proposed traffic code amendments, with all members present voting yes.

• Approved meeting agenda (Yes: 6, No: 0)
• Approved September 22, 2025 journal (Yes: 6, No: 0)
• Closed public hearing on traffic code amendments (Yes: 6, No: 0)

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Jefferson County Board of Zoning Adjustment will meet on October 9, 2025. The board will consider application ZB25-001, a request for a variance to the rear-yard setback requirements for an accessory structure on a single-family residence at 7233 Country Life Acres in Cedar Hill. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, minutes, and swearing in of witnesses.

• ZB25-001 – variance request for rear-yard setback of an accessory structure at 7233 Country Life Acres, Cedar Hill (R-40 zone)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Jefferson County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on October 9, 2025. It will consider the final plat for Twin Pines Estates Plat Two at 4870 Jarvis Road. It will also consider a request to change the zoning of parcel 07-2.0-03.0-0-001-045 at 6225 State Road from Planned Commercial to Single-Family Residential (R-40). Standard agenda items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and swearing in of witnesses will also be addressed.

• PB25-0007 – Final Plat for Twin Pines Estates Plat Two, parcel 12-6.0-23.0-0-000-063, at 4870 Jarvis Road, Hillsboro
• PB25-0006 – Request to change zoning of parcel 07-2.0-03.0-0-001-045 at 6225 State Road, House Springs from Planned Commercial (PC) to Single-Family Residential (R-40)
• Swearing in of witnesses
• Introduction of evidence
• Approval of agenda and minutes from August 28, 2025

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the final plat for Twin Pines Estates Plat Two (PB25-0007) with six votes in favor and one abstention. It also approved a zone change request (PB25-0006) converting 6225 State Road from Planned Commercial to Single‑Family Residential with all seven commissioners in favor. Procedural items such as the agenda, minutes, and exhibit acceptance were also approved unanimously.

• Approved Final Plat for Twin Pines Estates Plat Two (PB25-0007) – 6-0-1
• Approved zone change for 6225 State Road to Single‑Family Residential (PB25-0006) – 7-0
• Approved meeting agenda – unanimous
• Approved August 14, 2025 minutes – unanimous
• Accepted exhibits – unanimous
• Adjourned meeting – unanimous

Parks and Recreation Board

The Jefferson County Parks and Recreation Board will hear officer and committee reports, then consider updates on the Big River Saddle Club, a proposed pickleball expansion, and a gate at Rockford Park. The meeting will also include a new business item updating the Rockford Fish & Wildlife grant. No formal decisions are indicated beyond routine agenda and minutes approvals.

• Pickleball expansion (old business item)
• Gate – Rockford Park (old business item)
• Rockford Fish & Wildlife Grant update (new business item)
• Big River Saddle Club update (old business item)
• Approval of agenda and minutes

Local Emergency Planning Commission

The Local Emergency and Planning Committee will meet to discuss pipeline issues, grant updates, and Tier II reporting. The body is scheduled to approve 2024-2025 CEPF compliance and the PEAC/WMD renewal.

• Approval of 2024-2025 CEPF Compliance
• PEAC/WMD Renewal
• Review of Tier II Reporting
• Pipeline and Exercise Update/Grant discussion
• Treasurer’s Report by J. Akins

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will conduct a regular meeting on September 22, 2025. The agenda includes a public hearing—the first of three—on proposed amendments to the county traffic code. The council will also consider several consent agenda ordinances covering homeowner rehabilitation agreements, a road‑improvement tax reimbursement to the City of DeSoto, and the award of the Harmony Hills Bridge Replacement Project bid. A proposed transient tax to fund a Convention and Visitor's Bureau will be placed on the April 2026 ballot.

• Public hearing (first of three) on amendments to the Jefferson County traffic code
• Ordinance authorizing agreements for the Homeowner Rehabilitation Program (Bill No. 25-09246)
• Ordinance reimbursing the City of DeSoto for 0.5% road‑improvement sales tax (Bill No. 25-09248)
• Ordinance awarding the Harmony Hills Bridge Replacement Project bid (Bill No. 25-09253)
• Ordinance proposing a transient tax ballot measure for a Convention and Visitor's Bureau (Bill No. 25-08232, A1)

County Council

The Rules Committee of the Jefferson Council is meeting to discuss amending the Rules of Procedure. This meeting is scheduled for September 15, 2025, at 725 Maple Street in Hillsboro.

• Discussion regarding Amending the Rules of Procedure

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will discuss setting 2025 tax rates for general revenue, parks, police, and roads. The body is also considering amendments to the flood damage prevention ordinance and a potential 2026 ballot measure for a transient tax to fund a Convention and Visitor's Bureau.

• Public hearing to set 2025 tax levies for General Revenue, Parks, Special Road & Bridge, and Police funds
• Public hearing for proposed amendments to Chapter 405: Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance
• Proposed ballot measure for April 7, 2026, to impose a transient tax for a Convention and Visitor's Bureau
• Purchase of DNA analysis equipment and software from NicheVision Forensic, LLC
• Proposed termination of street maintenance for Valley Oaks Plat 1 and 2 Homeowners Association

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the August 18 journal. It then closed the public hearing on proposed amendments to the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance and the public hearing on the 2025 tax levy after no comments were offered. All motions passed with all members voting yes and no votes or abstentions recorded.

• Approved agenda (unanimous yes, no no, no abstain)
• Approved August 18, 2025 journal (unanimous yes, no no, no abstain)
• Closed public hearing on flood map amendments (unanimous yes, no no, no abstain)
• Closed public hearing on 2025 tax levy (unanimous yes, no no, no abstain)

Public Safety Commission

The Public Safety Commission will meet to receive reports from the OEM Director and commission members. Discussions include budget preparation for 2026 and updates to outdoor warning sirens.

• 2026 Budget Preparation
• Outdoor Warning Sirens update
• County Opioid Task Force
• Emergency Operations Plan update
• Situational Awareness Reporting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to consider a request to change the zoning for a property at 1501 Prehistoric Hill Drive from Single-Family Residential and Non-Planned Community Commercial to Non-Planned Commercial. The meeting will also include the approval of the August 14, 2025 minutes.

• Approval of August 14, 2025 minutes
• Consideration of CC225047: Zone Change for 1501 Prehistoric Hill Drive
• Zone Change from R-20 and CC-2 to CC-2 for parcel 09-4.0-19.0-1-002-002

The Jefferson County Planning & Zoning Commission approved request CC225047, changing the parcel at 1501 Prehistoric Hill Drive to a Non-Planned (CC-2) zone. The motion carried with all members in favor. The agenda, minutes, and exhibits were also approved, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 14, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted exhibits A, B, C (unanimous)
• Approved zone change CC225047 for 1501 Prehistoric Hill Drive (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will consider a public hearing on the five‑year capital program and strategic plan, and vote on a series of ordinances authorizing purchases, grant acceptances, and contract extensions. Items include software and voting equipment contracts, road‑safety and security grant awards, a jail commissary bid, a budget amendment for a K9 unit, and a proposal to place a transient tax on voters. The meeting also includes routine approvals of the agenda, journal, and resolutions for record disposal and board appointments.

• Resolution R25‑0878 – Adopt the 2026‑2030 Five‑Year Capital Program and Strategic Plan
• Bill 25‑08210 – Use GSA contract GS‑35F‑0124U with CivicPlus for SeeClickFix software
• Bill 25‑08211 – Purchase Unisyn OpenElect voting scanner from Henry M. Adkins & Son, Inc.
• Bill 25‑08224 – Award bid for Antire Road Safety Improvement Project (Project STP‑5460(605))
• Bill 25‑08232 – Authorize a transient tax proposal to be placed on the April 7 2026 ballot

The council approved the meeting agenda with an amendment to Bill No. 25‑08228. All seven council members voted yes, with no votes against or abstentions. The motion was made and seconded by Council Member Bob Tullock and Councilwoman Lori Arons. The agenda approval was the only formal action recorded.

• Approved amended agenda with amendment to Bill No. 25‑08228 (7‑0 vote)

County Council

The Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee will meet on August 20, 2025, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the Assembly Room of the Jefferson County Administration Building. The agenda includes approval of the agenda, discussion of the July 22, 2025 master plan draft, and setting the date for the next meeting. No other items are listed.

• Discussion of July 22, 2025 master plan draft
• Approval of agenda
• Set next meeting date

The committee approved its agenda as presented. Members voted to give Chair Charles Groeteke authority to forward the finalized Master Plan to the County Council at a public hearing without further committee approval. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Agenda approved (Yes: Lori Arons, Charles Groeteke, Tim Brown, Bob Tullock; Absent: Brian Haskins, Billy Crow, Scott Seek)
• Authorized Chair to move Master Plan forward after final updates (Yes: Lori Arons, Charles Groeteke, Tim Brown, Bob Tullock; Absent: Brian Haskins, Billy Crow, Scott Seek)
• Meeting adjourned (Yes: Lori Arons, Charles Groeteke, Tim Brown, Bob Tullock; Absent: Brian Haskins, Billy Crow, Scott Seek)

County Council Work Session

The County Council will hold a work session to discuss several county business items. The session includes reviews of park assets, nuisance property funding, and development strategies.

• Rockford Park
• Funding for abatement on nuisance properties
• Utilizing existing mobile home pads for development
• 5 Year Capital Improvement Plan

The council voted to approve the agenda as presented. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded during the work session.

• Approved agenda as presented (6-0)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to review property tax appeals and value changes. The board will consider specific cases including a tabled item from Combs Real Estate, LLC.

• Review of Combs Real Estate, LLC (5501 Black Creek Rd) boat and RV storage
• Appeal from Jason Kempa (508 North Mill)
• Review of Brick by Brick Farms LLC (4550 Commerce, High Ridge)
• Review of Brick by Brick Farms LLC (4572 N. Square & 4573 S. Square, High Ridge)
• Review of Brick by Brick Farms LLC (1097, 1099, & 1101 Gravois Rd, Fenton)

The board approved the agenda and the minutes from the August 13 meeting, each by a 3‑0 vote. It voted to change the commercial real‑estate assessment for Combs Real Estate, LLC (Parcel #011‑2.0‑04.2‑0‑000‑002) with a 3‑0 vote. The board voted 3‑0 to keep the existing assessments for Jason Kempa, Enterprise FM Trust, and four Brick by Brick Farms parcels. The meeting was adjourned at 2:50 p.m. by a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda for Aug 14, 2025 (3‑0)
• Approved minutes of Aug 13, 2025 (3‑0)
• Changed commercial real‑estate assessment for Combs Real Estate, LLC (Parcel #011‑2.0‑04.2‑0‑000‑002) (3‑0)
• Denied change to residential assessment for Jason Kempa (Parcel #19‑3.0‑06.0‑4‑005‑006) (3‑0)
• Denied change to personal‑property assessment for Enterprise FM Trust (Account #654100) (3‑0)
• Denied change to commercial assessment for Brick by Brick Farms LLC (Parcel #02‑3.0‑06.0‑4‑013‑012) (3‑0)
• Denied change to commercial assessment for Brick by Brick Farms LLC (Parcel #02‑3.0‑06.0‑4‑014‑004) (3‑0)
• Denied change to commercial assessment for Brick by Brick Farms LLC (Parcel #02‑3.0‑07.0‑1‑011) (3‑0)

County Council

The Jefferson County Economic Development Objectives Committee will meet on Thursday, August 14, 2025, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Annex Training Room, 2nd Floor, 725 Maple Street, Hillsboro. The agenda is limited to call to order, roll call, new business, setting the next meeting date, and adjournment. No specific actions or decisions are detailed in the notice.

• Call to order
• Roll call
• Discussion of new business
• Set next meeting date
• Adjournment

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will meet to review two applications for variances regarding setback requirements for detached garages. These decisions determine if property owners can build structures closer to property lines than typically allowed by county code.

• BOA25006: Rear yard setback variance for a detached garage at 5525 Lake Tishomingo Road, Hillsboro
• BOA25008: Front setback variance for a detached garage at 3656 US Highway 61, Festus

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a preliminary plat for a residential development in Festus. The body will also consider four separate requests for deviations from the Unified Development Order for a property in Cedar Hill.

• Preliminary Plat PP25040 for Selma Village Estates at Grindstone Hill Lane, Festus
• Deviation VR25042 for 6000 State Route 30, Cedar Hill (Section 400.2600)
• Deviation VR25043 for 6000 State Route 30, Cedar Hill (Section 400.2610)
• Deviation VR25044 for 6000 State Route 30, Cedar Hill (Section 400.2630)
• Deviation VR25045 for 6000 State Route 30, Cedar Hill (Section 400.2580)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to review specific property value appeals. The board will notify applicants of their decisions within five to seven business days.

• Appeal 69-R-25: 3600 Upper Moss Hollow Rd, Barnhart
• Appeal 70-R-25: 1 Mackenzie Lane, Fenton
• Appeal 72-R-25: 560 Corisande Hills Rd, Fenton
• Multiple appeals by Brick by Brick Farms LLC for properties in High Ridge, Arnold, and St. Louis
• Review of Assessor's Office Value Changes

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 11 meeting, each by a 2‑0 vote. It then voted 2‑0 on each appeal to keep the residential or commercial real‑estate assessment unchanged for ten listed parcels, and mailed certified decision letters on August 14. The meeting was adjourned at 3:04 p.m.

• Approved agenda for August 13, 2025 (2-0)
• Approved minutes of August 11, 2025 meeting (2-0)
• Denied change to Mark Purk residential assessment (2-0)
• Denied change to David L. Winkler residential assessment (2-0)
• Denied change to 560 Corisande Hills Rd commercial assessment (2-0)
• Denied change to Brick by Brick Farms LLC parcel 02-3.0-07.0-1-003-012.04 commercial assessment (2-0)
• Denied change to Brick by Brick Farms LLC parcel 02-3.0-06.0-4-014-001.01 commercial assessment (2-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:04 p.m. (2-0)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will review appeals regarding property valuations for several residential and commercial parcels. The board will also address potential value changes from the Assessor's Office.

• Appeal 59-R-25: 1038 Winter Park Dr, Fenton
• Appeal 60-C-25: 3944 Vogel Rd, Arnold
• Appeal 65-R-25: 1537 Nadine Dr, Arnold
• Appeals 66-C-25, 67-C-25, 68-C-25: Lowes Home Centers LLC properties in Arnold and Festus
• Withdrawals of appeals 62-C-25, 63-C-25, and 64-C-25 by Eagle Bank & Trust

The Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the July 28 meeting, each by a 2‑0 vote. It declined to change the appraisal for James R. & Amy D. Florez and for three Lowes Home Centers commercial parcels. It accepted commercial valuation changes for Jefferson County Bancshares Inc. and REG Properties LLC, and accepted residential valuation changes presented by the Assessor’s Office. The Board also approved one residential adjustment, one residential agreement and two commercial agreements presented by the Assessor’s Office, all with a 2‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda (2-0)
• Approved July 28 minutes (2-0)
• Denied change to James R. & Amy D. Florez appraisal (2-0)
• Accepted commercial valuation changes for Jefferson County Bancshares Inc (2-0)
• Accepted commercial valuation changes for REG Properties LLC (2-0)
• Accepted residential valuation changes presented by Assessor’s Office (2-0)
• Denied change to commercial assessments for Lowes Home Centers LLC parcels (2-0)
• Approved 1 residential adjustment, 1 residential agreement, 2 commercial agreements (2-0)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will consider several ordinances, including reimbursements to the Festus Special Road District and the City of Arnold under the 0.5% road improvement sales tax agreement. Additional items include renewing bid awards for public works contracts, authorizing IT subscriptions, and appointing members to various county boards. The council will also vote on resolutions to declare surplus property and correct assessment errors.

• Bill 25-08199 – Reimburse Festus Special Road District under 0.5% road improvement sales tax (Public Works)
• Bill 25-08200 – Reimburse City of Arnold under 0.5% road improvement sales tax (Public Works)
• Bill 25-08205 – Renew Microsoft Exchange and Office 365 subscription with SHI International (IT)
• Resolution R25-0872 – Declare certain property surplus and authorize its disposal (Purchasing)
• Resolution R25-0873 – Correct erroneous property assessments (Assessor)

The Jefferson County Council unanimously approved four ordinances (Bills 25‑08199, 25‑08200, 25‑08201, and 25‑08202) that reimburse local entities for road‑improvement sales‑tax revenue and renew bid awards for public‑works projects. A motion to table Bill 25‑08209 (the regional law‑enforcement training facility) failed, keeping the bill on the agenda. The Consent Agenda motion also failed, leading to individual votes on each item.

• Approved Bill 25‑08199 to reimburse Festus Special Road District (7‑0)
• Approved Bill 25‑08200 to reimburse City of Arnold (7‑0)
• Approved Bill 25‑08201 renewing bid awards for precast box culvert (7‑0)
• Approved Bill 25‑08202 awarding GIS web‑application conversion project bids (7‑0)
• Motion to remove and table Bill 25‑08209 failed (2‑4)
• Motion to approve Consent Agenda failed (4‑2)
• Motion to approve Agenda as presented passed (5‑1)
• Motion to approve July 28, 2025 Journal passed (6‑0)

Special Meetings & Emergency Meetings

The Jefferson County Verification Board is meeting to verify the results of the August 5, 2025 Special Election.

• Verification of August 5, 2025 Special Election Results

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to discuss new business regarding several LLC property appeals. The agenda also lists 10 Assessor's Office value changes for properties in Imperial, Arnold, Hillsboro, Fenton, Pevely, and High Ridge, all of which are noted as withdrawn by email on 7/30/25.

• Appeal 49-R-25: HPA USl LLC
• Appeal 50-R-25: HPA II Borrower 2020-1 GA LLC
• Appeal 51-R-25: HPA II Borrower 2020-1 GA LLC
• Appeal 52-R-25: Hill Oxford Eight LLC
• Value change withdrawals for 10 properties including 4331 Clearbrook Ln and 122 Regency Woods

Board of Equalization

The Jefferson County Board of Equalization will consider updates to assessed values for several properties listed under the Assessor's Office Value Changes. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, agenda approval, minutes approval, citizen comments, and old and new business items. No decisions are detailed in the agenda beyond the value change review.

• Assessor's Office Value Changes for 4736 Rockville Court, Imperial, MO
• Assessor's Office Value Changes for 5128 Seckman Ridge Way, Imperial, MO
• Assessor's Office Value Changes for 1819 Adyn Ave, Arnold, MO
• Assessor's Office Value Changes for 1125 Winter Lake Dr, Fenton, MO
• Assessor's Office Value Changes for 5370 Mirasol Manor Way, Eureka, MO

Board of Equalization

The Jefferson County Board of Equalization will hear citizen comments, consider old and new business items listed as 38‑R‑25 through 36‑R‑25, and review assessor‑office value changes for several parcels. Decisions on these items will be announced within five to seven business days after the meeting.

• Items 38‑R‑25 through 36‑R‑25 pending for board action
• Assessor’s office value changes for parcels at 5758 Portsmouth Ln, 1076 Fenton Park Dr, 929 Union Pl, 2112 Providence Park Ln, 1245 Fenton Ridge Dr, 2106 Prairie Glen Dr, 7552 Hillcress Ct, 839 Memory Ln, 209 Williamsburg Ct, and 1 Magnolia Dr
• Citizen hearing segment for public comments
• Review of withdrawals submitted by email on 7/30/25
• Scheduling of next board meeting at 9:00 a.m.

Board of Equalization

The Jefferson County Board of Equalization will hear appeals for 11 properties owned by Alto Asset Company 4, LLC. The board will notify property owners of their decisions within five to seven business days. Ten previously scheduled value changes were withdrawn.

• Hear appeals for Alto Asset Company 4, LLC properties
• Board notifies owners of decisions within 5-7 business days
• Ten Assessor's Office value changes withdrawn
• Next meeting scheduled for 9:00 a.m.
• Meetings at Jefferson County Administration Center

Board of Equalization

The Jefferson County Board of Equalization will hold its regular meeting to approve the agenda and minutes, hear citizen comments, and discuss old and new business. A key item is the Assessor's Office Value Changes, which include several listed properties and trusts. The board will announce any decisions within five to seven business days after the hearing.

• Review of property value changes for parcels 6-R-25 through 18-R-25
• Assessment update for First State Community Bank at 4767 State Rd B, Imperial, MO 63052
• Assessment update for First State Community Bank at 4551 Old State Route 21, Imperial, MO 63052
• Assessment update for Horn Gary & Maureen Trust at 12872 State Route 21, DeSoto, MO 63020
• Assessment update for Manufacturers Partners LLC at 123 Manufacturers Dr, Arnold, MO 63010

The Board of Equalization approved the July 28 agenda and the minutes from the July 24 meeting, each by a 3-0 vote. It accepted real estate valuation changes for several First State Community Bank parcels and for a Horn Gary & Maureen Trust parcel, also by 3-0 votes. The board voted not to change residential assessments for two AL TO Asset Company 4, LLC parcels, each motion passing 3-0. The meeting was adjourned at 2:17 p.m. by a 3-0 vote.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved minutes of July 24, 2025 (3-0)
• Accepted valuation changes for five First State Community Bank parcels (3-0)
• Accepted valuation change for Horn Gary & Maureen Trust parcel (3-0)
• Declined to change assessment for AL TO Asset Company 4, LLC parcel #18-1.0-01.0-2-002-008 (3-0)
• Declined to change assessment for AL TO Asset Company 4, LLC parcel #18-1.0-12.0-0-007-078 (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will consider a series of ordinances, resolutions, and contracts at its July 28 regular meeting. Items include renewing bid awards for park and public works services, approving rezoning applications, and authorizing agreements for community development programs. The council will also vote on appointments to local boards and districts. A public hearing and closed session are scheduled as part of the agenda.

• Bill No. 25-07186 – Ordinance approving a payment processing agreement with CSG Forte Payments, Inc.
• Bill No. 25-07185 – Ordinance renewing bid awards for certain products and services for Pickleball Expansion 2024 (Department of Public Works, Parks).
• Bill No. 25-07181 – Ordinance to rezone parcel 24-2.2-04.2-0-000-030 from commercial (CC2) to single‑family residential (R20) in Council District 6.
• Bill No. 25-07183 – Ordinance declaring public necessity of slope failure repair on Romaine Creek Road and authorizing eminent domain in Council District 2.
• Resolution No. R25-0764 – Appointment of Frank Petrovic to the Board of Directors of the Marriott Lane Community Improvement District.

The council removed Bill No. 25‑07185 from the consent agenda (6‑1 vote). The amended agenda and the July 14 journal were each approved unanimously. The entire Consent Agenda, containing eleven ordinances on payments, grants, contracts and services, was approved by motion. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Removed Bill No. 25‑07185 from consent agenda (6‑1)
• Approved amended agenda (6‑0)
• Approved July 14, 2025 journal (6‑0)
• Approved Consent Agenda with eleven ordinances (motion passed)

Board of Equalization

The Jefferson County Board of Equalization will discuss and decide on updated assessed values for several properties, including parcels owned by Harold Walton, Glen E. Clark & Lisa K. Clark, Combs Real Estate, Joseph E. Hill, Sr., and others. The board will also hear from citizens and address any old or new business items. Decisions will be communicated within five to seven business days after the meeting.

• Review of valuation for Harold Walton (parcel 1-PP-25)
• Review of valuation for Glen E. Clark & Lisa K. Clark (parcel 2-PP-25)
• Review of valuation for Combs Real Estate, LLC (boat & RV storage, 5501 Black Creek Rd)
• Review of valuation for Joseph E. Hill, Sr. (139 Sir Moss Lane)
• Review of valuation for Dayton Hudson Corp (3849 Vogel Rd)

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the December 19, 2024 meeting. It then voted 2-0 on each pending appraisal case, resulting in no changes to the listed personal and real estate assessments. A continuance was granted for Combs Real Estate, LLC, and two entities withdrew their appeals. All decisions were mailed certified on July 25, 2025.

• Harold Walton personal property assessment unchanged (2-0)
• Glen E Clark & Lisa K Clark personal property assessment unchanged (2-0)
• Continuance granted for Combs Real Estate, LLC dba Combs Boat & RV (2-0)
• Joseph E. Hill, Sr residential real estate assessment unchanged (2-0)
• Andrew White & Isabella Dalba residential real estate assessment unchanged (2-0)
• Dayton Hudson Corp commercial real estate assessment unchanged (2-0)
• 4123 Jeffco Bivd LLC withdrew appeal (email July 23, 2025)
• Walter Place LLC withdrew appeal (email July 24, 2025)

Local Emergency Planning Commission

The Jefferson County Local Emergency and Planning Committee will meet on July 22, 2025 to consider several items. The committee will review the treasurer’s report and discuss reimbursement for a hazardous‑materials technician book, update the membership list, approve a tabletop after‑action report, and consider registration for the SEMA conference. No other decisions are listed.

• Reimbursement for Hazmat Tech Book
• Membership List update
• Approve Tabletop After‑Action Report
• SEMA Conference Registration
• Review Treasurer’s Report

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will meet on July 14, 2025 to consider a large group of ordinances, resolutions and budget amendments. Items include a rezoning request, a new salary matrix for the Sheriff’s Department, and an eminent‑domain action for slope failure repair on Romaine Creek Road. The council will also act on several change orders for park and emergency‑management contracts and approve appointments to the Marriott Lane Community Improvement District board.

• Bill No. 25-07181 – Ordinance to rezone parcel 24‑2.2‑04.2‑0‑000‑030 from Commercial (CC2) to Single‑Family Residential (R20) in Council District 6 (County Services)
• Bill No. 25-07182 – Ordinance approving the 2025 proposed salary matrix for the Department of the Sheriff (Sheriff)
• Bill No. 25-07183 – Ordinance declaring public necessity of slope failure repair on Romaine Creek Road and authorizing eminent‑domain to acquire property in Council District 2 (County Counselor)
• Bill No. 25-07174 – Ordinance authorizing the County Executive to execute Change Order 2 for the 2024 Pickleball Expansion contract (Parks)
• Bill No. 25-07180 – Ordinance authorizing the County Executive to execute Change Order 1 for the Outdoor Warning Siren System 2024 contract (Emergency Management)

The council voted 8‑0 to approve the meeting agenda. It also approved the June 23 and June 30 meeting journals by unanimous vote. A consent agenda containing eleven bid‑award ordinances for public works, the assessor, parks and recreation, and other services was adopted. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved meeting agenda (8‑0)
• Approved June 23, 2025 journal (8‑0)
• Approved June 30, 2025 journal (8‑0)
• Adopted bid award ordinance for Guardrail Supplies & Installation (consent agenda)
• Adopted bid award ordinance for Assessor appraisal services (consent agenda)
• Adopted bid award ordinance for Utility Location Services (consent agenda)
• Adopted bid award ordinance for Chemicals, Fluids & Supplies (consent agenda)
• Adopted bid award ordinance for On‑Call Painting Services (consent agenda)

Special Meetings & Emergency Meetings

The Public Safety Commission will hear the Emergency Management Director’s report covering the Outdoor Warning Sirens Project, the March 14 tornado recovery, and the opioid settlement funds disbursement group. It will also consider an update to the Emergency Operations Plan. No other new business items are listed.

• Outdoor Warning Sirens Project – director report
• 3/14 Tornado Recovery – director report
• Opioid Settlement Funds Disbursements Group – director report
• Emergency Operations Plan update – old business

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Jefferson County Board of Zoning Adjustment will meet on July 10, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. in the Assembly Room of the Jefferson County Administration Center. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, approval of agenda and minutes, and swearing in of witnesses. The board will consider application BOA25005, a variance request to modify rear‑yard setback requirements for a covered deck on a single‑family residence at 6430 Stallion Drive, Imperial, MO (R‑10 zone, Rock Township, County Council District #4).

• BOA25005 – variance request to change rear‑yard setback for a covered deck at 6430 Stallion Drive, Imperial, MO (R‑10 residential zone)

Employees Merit System Commission

The County Employees’ Merit System Commission will hold a special meeting to enter a final decision regarding an involuntary dismissal appeal hearing for a county employee. The deliberation and decision will take place in a closed session to protect personal information.

• Final decision on an Involuntary Dismissal Appeal Hearing for a County Employee

Parks and Recreation Board

The Jefferson County Board of Park Commissioners will meet to review officer and committee reports. The board will discuss updates on the Big River Saddle Club, pickleball expansion, and the Rockford Park gate. A new park name choice for "Kimmswick Parks" is listed under new business.

• New park name choice for "Kimmswick Parks"
• Pickleball expansion update
• Rockford Park gate update
• Big River Saddle Club update
• Flagpole update

County Council Work Session

The Jefferson County Council will hold a work session to discuss rental property permits, a legislative guide for council members, a bed tax, and updates to the Unified Development Ordinance. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 30, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. at the Jefferson County Administrative Center.

• Tiny or Cottage Homes discussion
• Occupancy Permit for Rental Properties discussion
• Bed Tax discussion
• UDO Changes, Amendments and Options Available discussion
• Developing a legislative guide to assist council members

The council approved the meeting agenda. It decided to move forward with exploring tiny or cottage home communities and to develop a legislative guide for council members. The council chose not to pursue an occupancy‑permit proposal for rental properties at this time. The meeting was adjourned after a vote.

• Approved agenda (6-0, 1 absent)
• Moved forward with tiny/cottage home topic
• Did not move forward with occupancy‑permit proposal
• Agreed to develop a legislative guide for council members
• Adjourned meeting (6-0, 1 absent)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider PC25034, a request to change the zoning of parcel 2098 Gravois Road from Planned Industrial to Planned Commercial and to approve a development plan for Udance. Routine items such as call to order, roll call, approval of the agenda and June 12, 2025 minutes, swearing in witnesses, and introduction of evidence will also be addressed. The public will be given an opportunity to be heard.

• Zone change request (PC25034) for 2098 Gravois Road, High Ridge, from Planned Industrial to Planned Commercial
• Development plan approval for Udance on the same parcel
• Approval of minutes from the June 12, 2025 meeting
• Swearing in of witnesses
• Public hearing opportunity for attendees

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved its agenda, the meeting minutes, and accepted staff exhibits. It then approved PC25034, changing the parcel at 2098 Gravois Road from Planned Industrial to Planned Commercial and granting the development plan. The commission announced it will not meet in July and adjourned.

• Approved agenda (motion carried with all in favor)
• Approved meeting minutes (motion carried with all in favor)
• Accepted staff exhibits (motion carried with all in favor)
• Approved zone change for 2098 Gravois Road to Planned Commercial (motion carried with all in favor)

County Council

The Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee will meet on June 25, 2025 to discuss the draft of Jefferson County's Master Plan and to set the date for its next meeting. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and approval of the agenda and journal from the June 9, 2025 meeting. No other decisions are listed.

• Discussion of Master Plan draft
• Set next meeting date
• Approval of agenda
• Approval of journal (June 9, 2025 meeting)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will vote on a rezoning request in Council District 3 and budget amendments for patrol vehicle computers and recycling hauling. The body is also reviewing several bid renewals for public works and a contract for condemnation proceedings.

• Final passage of Bill No. 25-06154 to rezone parcel 02-7.0-36.0-3-001-001 from Single-Family Residential to Non-Planned Commercial
• Bill No. 25-06162 to fund 50 new mobile data computers for patrol vehicles
• Bill No. 25-06160 to award bids for Election Management Software 2025
• Bill No. 25-06157 to contract Greg H. Dohrman, Esq. for condemnation proceedings
• Bill No. 25-06155 to fund hauling services for recyclables and personnel support

The Jefferson County Council approved the meeting agenda and several prior journals. It adopted the consent agenda covering multiple bid renewals. The Council approved a series of resolutions, including appointing Brian Carroll to the Public Safety Commission, reappointing two members to the Port Authority, and declaring county property surplus. All actions were passed by vote.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 2, 2025 journal (unanimous)
• Approved June 9, 2025 journal (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda renewing bid awards (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R25‑0654 appointing Brian Carroll to Public Safety Commission (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R25‑0655 reappointing Alex Schwent to Port Authority (2 abstentions)
• Adopted Resolution R25‑0656 reappointing Jason Eisenbeis to Port Authority (1 abstention)
• Adopted Resolution R25‑0657 declaring certain property surplus (unanimous)

County Council

The Economic Development Objectives Committee of the Jefferson County Council is holding a meeting. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate items.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Jefferson County Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on June 12, 2025. It will review final plats for two developments, a variance request, a zone‑change request, and a withdrawn deviation request. The commission will also elect officers before adjourning.

• FP25029 – Final Plat for Winding Bluffs Plat Two at 1690 Saline Road, Fenton
• FP25032 – Final Plat for Polo Grounds Plat 3 near State Highway FF and High Trails Drive, Eureka
• VR25028 – Variance request for 3232 Quervo Lane, Imperial (relief from Chapter 505 erosion and stormwater code)
• RS25030 – Zone change request for 4708 State Rd. H, DeSoto (from CC-2 commercial to R-20 residential)
• VR25031 – Deviation request for 2701 High Ridge Blvd., High Ridge (withdrawn)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the final plats for Winding Meadows Plat Two and Polo Grounds Plat 3, granted a variance for 3232 Quervo Lane, and changed the zoning of 4708 State Rd. H from commercial to single‑family residential. All motions carried with all members in favor. Commissioners also re‑elected the chair and vice‑chair.

• Approved FP25029 Final Plat for Winding Meadows Plat Two (unanimous)
• Approved FP25032 Final Plat for Polo Grounds Plat 3 (unanimous)
• Approved VR25028 variance relief for 3232 Quervo Lane (unanimous)
• Approved RS25030 zone change for 4708 State Rd. H to Single‑Family Residential (unanimous)
• Re‑elected Commissioner Scherrer as Chair and Commissioner Seibert as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:00 p.m. (unanimous)

County Council

The Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee of the Jefferson County Council will meet on June 9, 2025. The committee will discuss the draft of the county’s Master Plan and decide on the date for the next meeting. Standard procedural items such as agenda and journal approval will also be addressed.

• Discussion of Master Plan Draft
• Set next meeting date
• Approval of agenda
• Approval of journal (May 28, 2025 meeting)

The council approved the meeting agenda. It voted to forward the Master Plan draft recommendations to County Services Staff for review within two weeks. The council also approved Exhibit A and Exhibit B and sent them forward. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda as presented (6 Yes, 1 absent) – motion carried
• Sent committee’s Master Plan recommendations to administration for review, to be returned in two weeks (6 Yes, 1 absent) – motion carried
• Approved Exhibit A and Exhibit B and sent them forward (6 Yes, 1 absent) – motion carried
• Adjourned the meeting (6 Yes, 1 absent) – motion carried

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will vote on various bid awards for public works and emergency services. The body is also considering zoning requests and the adoption of a regional hazard mitigation plan.

• Resolution R25-0649: Denying a zone change for Jeff County Industrial Court from Planned Commercial to Planned Industrial
• Bill 25-06144: Software subscription agreement with AMPUP, Inc. for electric vehicle charging stations
• Bill 25-06154: Proposed rezoning of parcel 02-7.0-36.0-3-001-001 from Single-Family Residential to Non-Planned Commercial
• Resolution R25-0653: Adopting the 2025-2030 St. Louis Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Bill 25-06155: Budget amendment to use additional revenue for recyclables hauling and personnel support

The Jefferson County Council voted to approve the entire consent agenda, which includes a software subscription for electric‑vehicle charging stations and renewals or awards of bid contracts for various public‑works and emergency‑management services. The council also approved Bill No. 25‑05136 A1, an ordinance awarding bids for sprinkler and fire‑alarm testing services. All motions passed with every council member voting yes.

• Approved Bill No. 25‑06144 for a software subscription for EV charging stations (unanimous)
• Approved Bill No. 25‑06145 renewing bid awards for Hazmat physicals (unanimous)
• Approved Bill No. 25‑06146 renewing bid awards for safety shoes (unanimous)
• Approved Bill No. 25‑06147 renewing bid awards for liquid bituminous materials (unanimous)
• Approved Bill No. 25‑06148 renewing bid awards for trash container services (unanimous)
• Approved Bill No. 25‑06149 renewing bid awards for trash removal services (unanimous)
• Approved Bill No. 25‑06150 awarding bids for body installation and appurtenances (unanimous)
• Approved Bill No. 25‑05136 A1 awarding bids for sprinkler & fire‑alarm testing services (unanimous)

County Council Work Session

The Jefferson County Council will hold a work session to discuss county business. The primary item on the tentative agenda is a review by the Master Plan Committee.

• Master Plan Committee Review presented by Council Member Charles Groeteke

The council voted to approve the agenda as presented. They approved a motion to permit Mr. John Giancola and Mr. Alan Leaderbrand to speak on the Master Plan. They scheduled the next Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee meeting for June 9, 2025 at 6 p.m. The council then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Allowed Mr. Giancola and Mr. Leaderbrand to speak (5-0)
• Scheduled Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee meeting for June 9, 2025 at 6 p.m. (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Employees Merit System Commission

The County Employees’ Merit System Commission will meet to discuss a salary and classification study. The body will also review policies regarding leave, holidays, and workplace conduct.

• Salary and Classification Study
• Policy 120.150 Annual Leave
• Social Media Policy
• Policy 120.140 Holidays
• Policy 120.320 Conduct Outside of Workplace

County Council

The Jefferson County Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee will meet on May 28, 2025, to conduct standard procedural business and discuss the draft of the county’s Master Plan. The agenda includes approval of the agenda, approval of the meeting journal for May 14 and May 21, 2025, and setting the date for the next meeting. No other decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Discussion of Master Plan draft
• Approval of agenda
• Approval of meeting journal (May 14 and May 21, 2025 meetings)
• Set next meeting date

The Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee approved the agenda as presented, with four members voting yes and the others absent. The committee set the next meeting for June 4, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. in the Assembly Training Room. The meeting was adjourned at 4:55 p.m.

• Approved agenda (4-0 vote)
• Scheduled next meeting for June 4 2025 at 3:00 p.m.
• Adjourned meeting (4-0 vote)

Local Emergency Planning Commission

The Local Emergency Planning Committee will meet to review treasurer reports and previous meeting minutes. The primary agenda item is the Annual Tabletop Compliance Exercise.

• Annual Tabletop Compliance Exercise
• Review and Approval of Treasurer’s Report
• Reports from Jefferson County EMA, Department of Natural Resources, MERC, and Jefferson County Hazmat Team

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will meet to approve a consent agenda of road improvement contracts, tax sales, and library board appointments. The meeting includes a public hearing and the introduction of bills regarding delinquent tax property sales.

• Approval of road preservation projects in Council Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, and 7
• Authorization for road safety improvements on Browns Ford Road and Cedar Hill Road
• Sale of delinquent tax property in Council District 7 to Keith Viau
• Sale of delinquent tax property in Council District 7 to BSW Renovations, LLC
• Approval of the Flock Group technology platform for video search

The council moved Bill 25-05138 off the consent agenda and later approved it. They also removed Bill 25-05136 from the consent agenda, amended it to lower the contract amount, and approved the amendment. The agenda and the full consent agenda were approved unanimously.

• Removed Bill 25-05138 from Consent Agenda (6-0)
• Removed Bill 25-05136 from Consent Agenda (6-0)
• Approved Agenda as amended (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda in entirety (6-0)
• Amended Bill 25-05136 to lower contract amount (6-0)
• Approved Bill 25-05138 (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Jefferson County Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to approve final plats for Springbrook Farm and Arlington Heights, and to consider zone changes, development plans, and variances.

• Final Plat for Springbrook Farm Plat Six (Barnhart)
• Final Plat for Arlington Heights Plat Six (Windsor Township)
• Zone Change from R-7 to CC-2 (Vogel Road)
• Zone Change from PC to PI (House Springs)
• Variance requests for relief from county code sections

The commission approved two final plats for Springbrook Farm and Arlington Heights. It approved a zone change from single‑family residential to non‑planned commercial (CC225016). It denied a request to rezone a parcel to planned industrial and to approve the Jeff County Industrial Court development (PI25021) by a 5‑to‑3 vote. It also approved two variance requests (VR25025 and VR25027).

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 24, 2025 and May 15, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Springbrook Farm Plat Six (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Arlington Heights Plat Six (unanimous)
• Approved zone change CC225016 from R-7 to CC-2 (unanimous)
• Denied zone change and development plan PI25021 from PC to PI (5-3)
• Approved variances VR25025 and VR25027 with staff‑recommended conditions (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

County Council

The Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee of the Jefferson County Council will meet to discuss a draft of the master plan. The meeting is scheduled for May 21, 2025, at the Jefferson County Administration Building.

• Discussion of Master Plan draft

The Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee approved its agenda with four members voting yes and three absent. The committee set the next meeting for May 28, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. in the Assembly Training Room. The meeting was then adjourned with the same four members voting yes and three absent.

• Approved agenda (Yes: districts 3,4,6,7; Absent: 1,2,5)
• Set next meeting date for May 28, 2025 at 3:00 p.m.
• Adjourned meeting (Yes: districts 3,4,6,7; Absent: 1,2,5)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a special meeting on May 15, 2025. Commissioners will hear a presentation by Houseal Lavigne on the Draft Visualize Jefferson County Master Plan and discuss it. They will consider Resolution 5-15-2025A, which recommends adopting the draft as the county’s official master plan and reports to the County Council.

• Presentation by Houseal Lavigne of the Draft Visualize Jefferson County Master Plan
• Discussion of the Draft Visualize Jefferson County Master Plan
• Consideration of Resolution 5-15-2025A to recommend adoption of the master plan as official and to report to the County Council

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 5‑to‑3 to adopt Resolution 5‑15‑2025A, which reports on and recommends adopting the Visualize Jefferson County Master Plan as the county’s official master plan and directs the resolution to be the commission’s report to the county council. The motion carried. The agenda was also approved unanimously.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 5-15-2025A recommending Visualize Jefferson County Master Plan (5-3)

County Council

The Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee will meet on May 14, 2025 to discuss the draft Master Plan. The meeting will also include routine items such as approving the agenda, approving the May 7, 2025 meeting journal, and setting the date for the next meeting. A quorum of County Council members may attend.

• Discussion of Master Plan draft
• Approval of agenda
• Approval of May 7, 2025 meeting journal
• Set next meeting date

The Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee approved the agenda as presented. It also approved the May 7, 2025 journal. The meeting was adjourned at 4:51 p.m.

• Approved agenda (3-0 vote)
• Approved May 7, 2025 journal (3-0 vote)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0 vote)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will consider a consent agenda of multiple ordinances and resolutions, hold a public hearing, and vote on several bills. The most notable action is the final passage of Bill No. 25-04103, A1 to rezone three parcels for the mixed‑residential project called “The Station.” Additional items include rezoning of a business‑park parcel, contracts for on‑call construction engineering services, and purchases of equipment for public works. The meeting also includes routine approvals of journals and reports.

• Bill No. 25-04103, A1 – Rezone three parcels for “The Station” mixed‑residential development (Council District 4)
• Bill No. 25-04113 – Rezone parcel 06-6.0-24.0-1-001-002 from Planned Business Park to Non‑Planned Commercial (Council District 7)
• Bill No. 25-05125 – Authorize on‑call construction engineering services for Old Lemay Ferry Road safety improvements (Project No. STP-5461(611))
• Bill No. 25-05126 – Purchase automated flagger device under MissouriBuys MoDOT Contract 60521C00552 with Ver‑Mac USA
• Bill No. 25-05121 – Renew Idemia Identity & Security USA LLC maintenance and support agreement #005713-000

The council approved the meeting agenda and the April 17 and April 28 meeting journals. It unanimously approved the consent agenda covering multiple ordinances. It also adopted Resolutions R25-0542 and R25-0543, both passing with all members voting yes.

• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved April 17, 2025 journal (7-0)
• Approved April 28, 2025 journal (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda in its entirety (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R25-0542 – payment of surplus to applicant (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R25-0543 – acknowledgment of local assessment reports (7-0)

Council Meeting - Work Session

The Economic Development Objectives Committee of the Jefferson County Council will hold a meeting to discuss new business. The agenda is primarily procedural.

County Council

The Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee of the Jefferson County Council will meet on May 7, 2025. The committee will discuss the draft of the county’s Master Plan and set the date for the next meeting. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Master Plan draft
• Set next meeting date

Public Safety Commission

The Public Safety Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting on May 1, 2025 at 13:30 at the Jefferson County Office of Emergency Management. The agenda includes routine items such as roll call, approval of the agenda and minutes, and a public comment period. Commissioners will hear the Emergency Management Director’s report on the Outdoor Warning Sirens project, the March 14 tornado recovery effort, and available grants. New business will focus on an update to the county’s Emergency Operations Plan.

• Outdoor Warning Sirens Project
• 3/14 Tornado Recovery
• Grants Availability
• Emergency Operations Plan update

County Council

The Jefferson County Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee will meet to discuss the Master Plan Draft. The County Council may attend in a non-voting capacity. The meeting is scheduled for April 30, 2025, at the Jefferson County Administration Building.

• Discussion of Master Plan Draft
• Approval of April 23, 2025, Journal
• Setting of next meeting date

The Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee approved the agenda as presented, with affirmative votes from districts 3, 4, 6 and 7. The committee also approved the April 23, 2025 journal, again with votes from the same four members. The meeting was then adjourned by a motion carried with the same vote pattern.

• Approved agenda (yes votes: districts 3,4,6,7; others absent)
• Approved April 23, 2025 journal (yes votes: districts 3,4,6,7; others absent)
• Adjourned meeting (yes votes: districts 3,4,6,7; others absent)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to Chapter 700 of the Utility Code, which governs the location and relocation of utility facilities on county highways. The meeting will also consider several ordinances, including lease extensions for properties on Maple Street, renewals of bid awards for veterinary, animal‑control, kitchen equipment, legal, and IT services, and rezoning applications. Additional items include changes to the traffic code and a resolution covering jailors under the state retirement system.

• Public hearing on proposed amendments to Chapter 700 Utility Code (Bill 25-04112)
• Ordinance to continue lease for real property at 753, 757, and 755 Maple Street (Bill 25-04105)
• Ordinance renewing bid awards for General Veterinary Services 2024 (Bill 25-04106)
• Ordinance approving rezoning of parcel CC225013 to Non‑Planned Commercial zone (Bill 25-04113)
• Ordinance amending the Traffic Code affecting Council Districts 1 and 5 (Bill 25-04104)

The council amended the agenda bill number, approved the amended agenda and the April 7 work‑session journal, and closed a public hearing on Chapter 700 utility‑code changes. It then approved the full consent agenda, which includes several lease, service and contract renewals. Finally, the council passed Bill 25‑04112, amending the county utility code for location and relocation of facilities on county highways. All motions passed unanimously.

• Amended Bill No. 28‑04108 to Bill No. 25‑04108 (unanimous)
• Approved the amended agenda (unanimous)
• Approved the April 7, 2025 work‑session journal (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on Chapter 700 utility‑code amendments (unanimous)
• Approved consent‑agenda items (Bills 25‑04105 through 25‑04111) (unanimous)
• Approved Bill 25‑04112 amending the utility code (unanimous)

Special Meetings & Emergency Meetings

The Jefferson County Local Emergency Planning Committee will discuss a FY 2025 grant subaward adjustment to purchase radio batteries for hazardous material response. The meeting will also include standard items such as call to order, introductions, and adjournment.

• FY 2025 LEPC/LEPD grant subaward adjustment for purchase of radio batteries for hazmat response

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Jefferson County Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to approve minutes from April 10 and consider a final plat for Twin Pine Estates Plat One. The agenda also includes a training session for commissioners.

• Approval of April 10, 2025 minutes
• Final Plat for Twin Pine Estates Plat One (4870 Jarvis Road)
• Commissioner training session on planning and zoning basics

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the March 13, 2025 minutes. It also approved the final plat for Twin Pines Estates (FP25018) located at 4870 Jarvis Road. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 13, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat for Twin Pines Estates (FP25018) (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

County Council

The Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee of the Jefferson County Council will meet on April 23, 2025. The committee will approve the agenda and the April 16, 2025 meeting journal, discuss the draft of the county Master Plan, and set the date for the next meeting. No other decisions are listed.

• Approval of the agenda
• Approval of the April 16, 2025 meeting journal
• Discussion of the Master Plan draft
• Set next meeting date

The Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee approved the meeting agenda and the April 16, 2025 journal. No substantive changes to the master plan draft were adopted. The committee then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved agenda (yes votes: Groeteke, Brown, Tullock; others absent)
• Approved April 16, 2025 journal (yes votes: Groeteke, Brown, Tullock; others absent)
• Adjourned meeting (yes votes: Arons, Groeteke, Brown, Tullock; others absent)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will hold public hearings on traffic code amendments and a road easement vacation. The body is deciding on multiple contract change orders and rezoning applications for residential and commercial developments.

• Public hearing on amendments to the Traffic Code and Code of Ordinances (Bill No. 25-04104)
• Proposed rezoning of three parcels for 'The Station' to Planned Mixed Residential (Bill No. 25-04103)
• Final passage of rezoning for Scenic View Cottage Community to Planned Mixed Residential (Bill No. 25-0383)
• Reimbursement to the City of Festus under the 1/2% Road Improvement Sales Tax (Bill No. 25-0487)
• Public hearing to vacate a 25-foot road easement in Cedar Springs Park Subdivision (Bill No. 25-04102)

The council passed two agenda amendment motions, accepted Exhibit 4 into the record, and closed two public hearings on a road easement petition and a traffic code amendment. All motions received unanimous approval.

• Approved amendment to remove Bill No. 25-04101 from Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to add amendment A1 to Bill No. 25-0383 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Accepted Exhibit 4 into the public record (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on petition to vacate 25‑foot road easement (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on traffic code amendment under §304.130 RSMo (unanimous)

County Council

The Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee of the Jefferson County Council will meet to discuss a draft of the master plan. The meeting includes the approval of the April 9, 2025, meeting journal.

• Discussion of Master Plan draft

The Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee approved the agenda as presented, with Yes votes from districts 2, 3, 4, 6 and 7 and districts 1 and 5 absent. The committee also approved the April 9, 2025 journal with the same vote pattern. No formal actions were taken on the master‑plan draft, which was discussed but not voted on.

• Approved meeting agenda (Yes votes: districts 2,3,4,6,7; absent: districts 1,5)
• Approved April 9, 2025 journal (Yes votes: districts 2,3,4,6,7; absent: districts 1,5)

County Council

The Economic Development Objectives Committee will meet to establish the committee's goals and direction. The body will also elect a Committee Chair and appoint members.

• Election of Committee Chair
• Appointment of committee members
• Discussion of committee goals and direction

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Jefferson County Board of Zoning Adjustment will meet on April 10, 2025. The board will consider an application (BOA25004) for a variance to the rear‑yard setback requirements for a covered patio on a single‑family residence located at 1275 Timber Creek Lane in Imperial, MO. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, minutes, and other standard business.

• BOA25004 – variance request for rear‑yard setback of a covered patio at 1275 Timber Creek Lane, Imperial, MO

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Jefferson County Planning and Zoning Commission will meet on April 10, 2025 to review several land‑use applications. Items include a final plat for Bella Terra Plat One, a variance request for a property on County Road CC, a zone change request for a parcel on Local Hillsboro Road, a deviation request for a property on Lakeridge Drive, and an amendment to the commission's bylaws. The public will have an opportunity to be heard on these matters.

• Final Plat for Bella Terra Plat One at the northwest intersection of Vogel Road and Old Lemay Ferry Road (parcel 02-7.0-36.0-001-001.05)
• Variance request (VR25010) for 11845 County Road CC, Festus, seeking relief from Chapter 505 erosion and sediment control provisions
• Zone change request (CC225013) for parcel on Local Hillsboro Road, Cedar Hill, from Planned Business Park (PB) to Non‑Planned Community Commercial (CC‑2)
• Deviation request (VR25015) for 744 Lakeridge Drive, Fenton, seeking relief from Chapter 400 Unified Development Order Section 400.5110
• Proposed amendment of commission bylaws

The Jefferson County Planning and Zoning Commission approved the final plat for Bella Terra Plat One, approved a variance (VR25010) and a zone change (CC225013), and denied a deviation request (VR25015). It also adopted amendments to the commission bylaws and removed public‑comment language from Article Five. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved FP25012 final plat (unanimous)
• Approved VR25010 variance, 4‑2 with one abstention
• Approved CC225013 zone change, unanimous
• Denied VR25015 deviation, unanimous with one abstention
• Adopted Article 4 Subsection One amendment, 6‑1
• Removed public‑comment language from Article Five, 6‑1

Council Meeting - Work Session

The Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee will meet to approve its agenda and the April 2, 2025 meeting journal. It will discuss the draft of Jefferson County’s Master Plan and set the date for the next meeting.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of journal for April 2, 2025 meeting
• Discussion of Master Plan draft
• Set next meeting date
• Adjournment

The Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee approved the agenda and the April 2 journal, each with Yes votes from districts 2, 3, 4, 6 and 7 and absences from districts 1 and 5. The committee then voted to adjourn the meeting, again with Yes votes from districts 2, 3, 4, 6 and 7 and absences from districts 1 and 5. The next meeting was scheduled for April 16, 2025 at 3:00 p.m.

• Approved agenda (Yes votes: 2,3,4,6,7; absent: 1,5)
• Approved April 2 journal (Yes votes: 2,3,4,6,7; absent: 1,5)
• Adjourned meeting (Yes votes: 2,3,4,6,7; absent: 1,5)

County Council Work Session

The Jefferson County Council will hold a work session on April 7, 2025. The agenda includes a review of Chapter 700 utility code amendments, an update on public works projects, and consideration of a public nuisance ordinance addressing tall grass. Additional items cover a property owners association provision, Section 400.5680, and a request for details on the commission application and advice‑and‑consent process. The session is scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m. in the Assembly Room of the Jefferson County Administrative Center.

• Chapter 700 Utility Code Amendments
• Public Works Project Information Updates
• Public Nuisance Ordinance – Tall Grass
• Property Owners Association – Section 400.5680
• Requested details for the Commission Application Process and Advice and Consent Procedure

The council voted to approve the agenda as presented. No other motions were adopted. The meeting was then adjourned by a second motion.

• Approved agenda (5-0 vote, 2 members absent)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0 vote, 2 members absent)

County Council

The Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee of the Jefferson County Council will meet to discuss the Master Plan draft. The session includes the approval of the March 26, 2025, meeting journal.

• Discussion of Master Plan draft

The Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee approved the meeting agenda with Yes votes from districts 2, 3, 4, 6 and 7. The March 26, 2025 journal was approved with Yes votes from districts 1, 3, 4, 6 and 7. The meeting was then adjourned with Yes votes from districts 2, 3, 4, 6 and 7. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (motion carried; Yes votes: 2,3,4,6,7; absent: 1,5)
• Approved March 26, 2025 journal (motion carried; Yes votes: 1,3,4,6,7; absent: 2,5)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried; Yes votes: 2,3,4,6,7; absent: 1,5)

Council Meeting - Work Session

The Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee will meet to approve the agenda and meeting journal, discuss the draft Master Plan, and determine the date for its next meeting. The meeting is scheduled for March 26, 2025, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Annex Training Room, 2nd Floor, 725 Maple Street, Hillsboro, Missouri.

• Approval of the agenda
• Approval of the March 19, 2025 meeting journal
• Discussion of the Master Plan draft
• Set next meeting date
• Adjournment

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the March 19, 2025 journal. A motion set the next meeting for April 2, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (5-0, 2 absent)
• Approved March 19, 2025 journal (5-0, 2 absent)
• Scheduled next meeting for April 2, 2025 at 3:00 p.m.
• Adjourned meeting (5-0, 2 absent)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Jefferson County Board of Park Commissioners meeting on March 26, 2025 will consider updates on the Big River Saddle Club, a pickleball expansion, a comfort station, and Rockford Park. New business includes a proposed fee increase and a proposal to set the board meeting day to every other month. Motions will be made to vote on both the fee increase and the meeting schedule.

• Fee increase (new business)
• Proposal to hold board meetings every other month
• Update on Big River Saddle Club
• Pickleball expansion discussion
• Comfort Station discussion

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will conduct a public hearing regarding amendments to the traffic code and code of ordinances for unincorporated territory. The body will also consider several rezoning applications, budget amendments, and the establishment of new council committees.

• Public hearing on amendments to the Traffic Code and Code of Ordinances
• Proposed eminent domain for the Boyce Lane Over Plattin Creek Project
• Rezoning request for Scenic View Cottage Community from R7 to PR2
• Rezoning request for 146 Fiedler Lane from R7 to Planned Commercial (PC)
• Establishment of Rules, Roads, and Economic Development Objectives committees

County Council

The committee approved the agenda after a vote of five Yes votes with two members absent. Members discussed the Master Plan draft but made no formal changes or approvals. The chair announced the next meeting will be on March 26, 2025 at 3:00 p.m., and the council adjourned after a motion carried with the same five Yes votes.

• Approved agenda as presented (5 Yes, 2 absent)
• Set next meeting for March 26, 2025 at 3:00 p.m.
• Adjourned meeting (5 Yes, 2 absent)

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Jefferson County Board of Zoning Adjustment will meet on March 13, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. in the Assembly Room of the Jefferson County Administration Center, 729 Maple Street, Hillsboro, Missouri. The agenda includes standard items such as call to order, roll call, and approval of minutes. The board will consider application BOA25003, a variance request to modify rear yard setback requirements for a detached garage on a large‑lot residential lot at 2630 Sunnyside Road, Festus, MO, located in Plattin Township and County Council District #6.

• BOA25003 – variance request for rear yard setback for a detached garage at 2630 Sunnyside Road, Festus, MO (Large Lot Residential zone)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to consider a zone change and development plan for a project called The Station. Other scheduled items have been withdrawn or continued to a later date.

• PR225005: Request to change 5926 Old State Road, Imperial from Planned Commercial (PC) to Planned Mixed Residential (PR-2) and approve development plan for The Station
• VR25009: Deviation request for 2701 High Ridge Blvd. (Withdrawn)
• VR25010: Variance request for 11045 County Road CC, Festus (Continued to 4-10-25)

County Council

The Jefferson County Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee will meet to discuss a draft plan and appoint advisory members. The meeting is scheduled for March 12, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. in Hillsboro.

• Roll call
• Appointment of advisory members
• Draft plan discussion
• Set next meeting date
• Meeting at Annex Training Room, 725 Maple Street

County Council

The County Council will conduct the first of three public hearings regarding amendments to the traffic code and code of ordinances for unincorporated roads. The body will also consider several budget amendments and zoning requests.

• Public hearing on amendments to the traffic code and code of ordinances for unincorporated roads
• Bill No. 25-0258: Authorization of eminent domain for Saline Road safety improvements
• Bill No. 25-0374: Proposed rezoning of 146 Fiedler Lane from Single-Family Residential (R7) to Planned Commercial (PC)
• Bill No. 25-0373: Budget amendment for electric vehicles and charging infrastructure via U.S. Department of Energy revenue
• Bill No. 25-0366: Purchase of one M2 106 Plus Conventional Truck Chassis from Truck Centers, Inc.

Special Meetings & Emergency Meetings

The Master Plan Advisory Panel will review comments received regarding the Draft Visualize Jefferson County Master Plan. The panel will discuss finalizing the draft for presentation to the Planning and Zoning Commission.

• Summary of comments on Draft Visualize Jefferson County Master Plan
• Discussion on finalizing the Master Plan draft for the Planning and Zoning Commission

County Council Work Session

The Jefferson County Council work session will consider a Public Nuisance Ordinance addressing tall grass. It will also review an Apprenticeship Standards Ordinance and a Bicycle No Stop and Equine Freedom Ordinance. Additionally, the council will discuss its own rules and the formation of future committees. A presentation by the Jefferson Franklin Community Action Corporation is scheduled at the start of the session.

• Public Nuisance Ordinance – Tall Grass
• Apprenticeship Standards Ordinance
• Bicycle No Stop and Equine Freedom Ordinance
• Jefferson County Council Rules and Future Committees
• Jefferson Franklin Community Action Corporation presentation

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to consider requests for zone changes and development plan approvals for two properties. The commission will also hold an election for Vice Chair.

• PC25002: Zone change request for 146 Fiedler Lane, Fenton, from Single-Family Residential (R-7) to Planned Commercial (PC)
• PR225003: Zone change request for 1 Scenic View Court, Arnold, from Single-Family Residential (R-7) to Planned Mixed Residential (PR-2) for Scenic View Cottage Community
• Election of Vice Chair

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will hold two public hearings: one on a petition to vacate Joann Lane in the Blue Springs Estates Subdivision Two, and another to gather comments before adopting the Walk Bike Jefferson County Plan. The council will also consider a consent agenda of several ordinances authorizing reimbursements to the cities of DeSoto and Olympian Village under a 0.5% road improvement sales tax, as well as contracts for highway striping, traction sand supply, and a power broom purchase. Additional items include resolutions appointing members to various county committees and a bill to amend the 2025 budget for hazardous emergency preparedness.

• Public hearing on petition to vacate Joann Lane (Bill No. 25-0257) – Blue Springs Estates Subdivision Two, Plat Book 32, Page 21B
• Public hearing to receive comments before adopting the Walk Bike Jefferson County Plan (Resolution No. R25-0220)
• Ordinance to reimburse City of DeSoto for 0.5% road improvement sales tax for capital road improvements (Bill No. 25-0250)
• Ordinance to reimburse City of Olympian Village for 0.5% road improvement sales tax for capital road improvements (Bill No. 25-0251)
• Ordinance to purchase one MB Power Broom using Sourcewell contract 080521-AEB (Bill No. 25-0256)

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Jefferson County Master Plan Advisory Panel will meet on February 18, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. in the Assembly Room of the Jefferson County Administration Center, 729 Maple Street, Hillsboro. The agenda includes standard procedural items and a new‑business item: an orientation for the draft of the Visualize Jefferson County Master Plan. No decisions or votes are listed in the agenda.

• Orientation for the draft of the Visualize Jefferson County Master Plan

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Jefferson County Board of Zoning Adjustment will meet to review a variance application. The board is considering a request regarding rear yard setback requirements for a detached garage.

• BOA25002: Variance request for rear yard setback for a detached garage at 813 Brice Dr., Festus

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will consider a series of ordinances, including a contract award for the Old Lemay Ferry Road, Vogel Road to Spring Forest Drive project. Additional items include purchase orders for equipment, budget amendments for sheriff training and fingerprint devices, and rezoning applications. The meeting also includes resolutions on tax surplus payments and a lease for a juvenile court facility.

• Bill No. 25-0242 – Awarding the bid for the Old Lemay Ferry Road, Vogel Road to Spring Forest Drive project (STP-5461) in Council District 3
• Bill No. 25-0235 – Authorizing the County Executive to execute Change Order No. 4 for the Jefferson County Crime Laboratory Building contract
• Bill No. 25-0237 – Purchasing one John Deere 544P Wheel Loader from McCoy Construction and Forestry under Sourcewell Contract 011723-JDC
• Bill No. 25-0244 – Revising the utility agreement for the Dulin Creek Road Safety Improvements Project (STP-9901)
• Bill No. 25-0134 – Declaring public necessity of the Project Redbird North Improvements and authorizing eminent domain

County Council Work Session

The County Council will hold a work session to discuss several operational and regulatory items. The session includes reviews of the Masterplan, Unified Development Ordinance, and a proposed Apprenticeship Standards Ordinance.

• Apprenticeship Standards Ordinance
• Masterplan and UDO Review and Discussion
• EDC and IDA Operations
• Compass Health Network
• Sheriff’s Office Grant Application Discussion

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board of Park Commissioners will meet to receive reports from officers and committees. The board will discuss updates regarding the Kimmswick Pavilion/Playground, a comfort station, and the Big River Saddle Club Pavilion.

• Update on Kimmswick Pavilion/Playground
• Update on Comfort Station
• Update on Big River Saddle Club Pavilion

Parks and Recreation Board

The Jefferson County Parks and Recreation Board will meet on Jan. 29, 2025 to approve the agenda and minutes, receive reports from officers, committees, and the director, and review old and new business items. Old business includes updates on the Kimmswick Pavilion/Playground and a Comfort Station. New business consists of an update on the Big River Saddle Club Pavilion. The meeting will conclude with a closed session before adjournment.

• Approval of agenda (Jan. 29, 2025)
• Approval of November 6, 2024 minutes
• Update on Kimmswick Pavilion/Playground (old business)
• Update on Comfort Station (old business)
• Big River Saddle Club Pavilion update (new business)

Local Emergency Planning Commission

The Local Emergency Planning Committee will hold a regular meeting to conduct routine business. The agenda includes reviews of the treasurer's report and discussions on emergency planning and grants.

• Review and approval of Treasurer’s Report by J. Akins
• Discussion of 2025 advertising
• Discussion of Tier II
• Discussion of LEPC Grant
• Review of Exercise Committee and HMEP

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will hold a public hearing on the petition to vacate Hamilton Drive (Bill 25-0127). The meeting also includes several ordinances for awarding contracts, applying for transportation grant funding, rezoning parcels, and authorizing eminent‑domain projects. Additional items address budget amendments for sheriff training and mobile fingerprint devices, and changes to the municipal court judge compensation.

• Public hearing to vacate Hamilton Drive (Bill 25-0127) in Council District 3
• Ordinance awarding bids for trap rock 2025 (Bill 25-0119) – Public Works
• Ordinance authorizing 2026‑2029 Surface Transportation Block Grant, CMAQ, and TAP applications (Bill 25-0120)
• Ordinance rezoning parcel to single‑family residential in Council District 1 (Bill 25-0128)
• Ordinance declaring public necessity of Castle Acres Road Improvements and eminent‑domain authority (Bill 25-0118)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Jefferson County Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider three items: a final plat for Antonia Estates (parcel 08-5.0-21.0-0-000-001) northwest of Old Highway M and Old Lemay Ferry Road; a preliminary plat for Hillcrest (parcel 02-5.0-15.0-1-001-015) on Romaine Creek Road in Fenton; and a request to change the zone of parcel 19-8.0-34.0-0-001-015 at Grindstone Hill Lane and US Highway Festus from Single‑Family (R‑20) to Single‑Family (R10). Routine business such as call to order, agenda approval, minutes approval, and swearing in of witnesses will also be addressed.

• Final Plat FP24097 for Antonia Estates, parcel 08-5.0-21.0-0-000-001, NW of Old Highway M & Old Lemay Ferry Rd
• Preliminary Plat PP24089 for Hillcrest, parcel 02-5.0-15.0-1-001-015, on Romaine Creek Rd, Fenton
• Request for Zone Change RS24091, parcel 19-8.0-34.0-0-001-015, at Grindstone Hill Ln & US Hwy Festus, R‑20 to R10
• Public hearing opportunity for citizens to be heard
• Swearing in of witnesses

Employees Merit System Commission

The County Employees’ Merit System Commission will meet to elect officers and review various personnel policies. The body will discuss existing and new guidelines regarding employee conduct and leave.

• Election of officers
• Discussion of Social Media Policy
• Discussion of Electronic Communications Policy
• Discussion of Exit Interviews
• Review of Annual Leave Policy

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will meet to approve contracts for road repairs and animal control supplies, consider a rezoning for a development project, and elect new officers for 2025.

• Approval of contracts for Administration Center roof repairs and animal control supplies
• Authorization for road improvement projects in Council Districts 2, 3, 4, and 7
• Rezoning application PM24077 for Plattin Peak Trails in Council District 5
• Election of County Council officers for 2025
• Introduction of an ordinance declaring public necessity for Castle Acres Road improvements

Special Meetings & Emergency Meetings

The commission will receive updates on the Sirens Project, outline its 2025 goals and objectives, and review the winter weather response. Members will also give monthly reports and consider any old or new business items.

• Sirens Project update
• 2025 office goals and objectives
• Winter weather response review
• Commission member monthly reports
• Discussion of old and new business

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance application to modify the rear‑yard setback requirement for a detached garage on a property at 9398 East Visa Drive in Hillsboro. The request seeks relief from the requirements of Chapter 400, Article V, Section 400.1670 of the county’s Unified Development Order. The meeting will also include routine items such as approval of the agenda, approval of minutes from the December 12, 2024 meeting, and election of officers.

• BOA25001: Variance application for rear‑yard setback at 9398 East Visa Dr.
• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes from the December 12, 2024 meeting
• Swearing in of witnesses
• Election of officers

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review requests for zone changes, variances, and a conditional use permit. The body is also considering a development plan for the Romaine Valley Venue.

• Zone change request for 16 Lakenny Lane from Commercial (CC-2) to Single-Family Residential (R-7)
• Zone change request for 5270 State Route 30 from Large Lot Residential (LR-2) to Commercial (CC-2)
• Zone change and development plan for Romaine Valley Venue at 2789 E Romaine Creek Rd Lot A
• Conditional Use Permit for an overseas storage container at 5808 Hillshire Lane
• Final Plat for Winding Bluffs Second Edition Plat Two at 1690 Saline Road

County Council Work Session

The Jefferson County Council will hold a work session to discuss proposed changes to the Unified Development Ordinance and a traffic study for Highway 30. The body will also review the 2025 meeting schedule and an Apprenticeship Standards Ordinance.

• UDO Proposed Changes/Master Plan Discussion
• Highway 30 Traffic Study
• Council Meeting 2025 Schedule
• Apprenticeship Standards Ordinance