Joplin public meetings in 2024

City Council

This is not a regular council meeting. The notice alerts the public that a quorum of council members may attend an Employee Mix & Mingle social event at the Elks Lodge. No official city business will be discussed or decided.

• Social event at Elks Lodge, 1802 W. 26th Street, Joplin
• No action will be taken on any official city business

Police & Firemen's Pension Board

The Joplin Police & Firemen's Pension Board will meet to approve minutes from November, review financials, and receive an investment update from Segal Marco. The board will also discuss retirements and terminations, and set the next meeting date. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific dollar amounts or project proposals listed.

• Approval of minutes from November 21, 2024
• Review of financial statements
• Segal Marco investment update
• Discussion of retirements and terminations
• Setting of next meeting date

The board approved the November 21, 2024 minutes and received financial reports. The pension fund grew by $3,447,955 in November, ending at $77,435,736. The pension sales tax fund collected $847,518 in revenue and paid out $847,721, leaving an ending balance of $4,965,711. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved November 21, 2024 minutes (motion by Brown, second by Copeland)
• Set next regular meeting for January 16, 2025 at 9:30 a.m.

Joplin Sports Authority

The Joplin Sports Authority Board of Directors will meet to review financial reports and discuss administrative updates. The board will consider a proposal to switch its Mastercard account to an Arvest Visa. A closed session is scheduled to discuss employee personnel matters.

• Approval of September, October, and November 2024 Financial Report
• Proposal to switch SMB Mastercard to Arvest Visa
• Closed session regarding hiring, firing, disciplining, or promotion of employees

The board approved switching the SMB Mastercard to an Arvest Visa. They also approved the September, October, and November treasurer's reports and the previous meeting's minutes. The board went into closed session for an employee compensation committee report. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved September 2024 Treasurer's Report (6-0)
• Approved October 2024 Treasurer's Report (7-0)
• Approved November 2024 Treasurer's Report (7-0)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved switching SMB Mastercard to Arvest Visa (6-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed session (7-0)

Conventions & Visitors Bureau Advisory Board

The Joplin Convention & Visitors Bureau Advisory Board will meet to discuss grant funding for the 2025 fiscal year. The board is also scheduled to elect its officers for 2025.

• FY25 Grant discussions for Premier Baseball
• FY25 Grant discussions for Hot Air Balloons
• Election of 2025 Officers

The Joplin CVB Advisory Board unanimously approved two FY2025 grant allocations: up to $20,440 for Visionary Balloonworx's Route 66 Hot Air Balloon and Kite Festival (August 2025) and up to $20,000 for Play9 Sports' Midwest Premier Baseball 15U National Championship (July 10-13, 2025). The board also discussed being left out of a city council decision to use $1M from the CVB Reserve Fund for the DORA Bicycle Park ARPA match, and re-elected current officers for CY2025 with Jeremy Sickman as secretary.

• Approved up to $20,440 grant for Visionary Balloonworx Route 66 festival (unanimous)
• Approved up to $20,000 grant for Play9 Sports baseball tournament (unanimous)
• Approved amended November 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Re-elected officers for CY2025: Chair Shackles, Co-chair Sisco, Secretary Sickman (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for December 17, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.

City Council Informal

The City Council is hearing a presentation on the city's winter weather preparedness and snow and ice control program, covering materials, equipment preparation, and priority routes. Additionally, a quarterly update from Downtown Joplin highlights holiday market success, new businesses, and property developments.

• Snow and ice control uses salt, brine, and beet juice
• Priority areas: bridges, arterial/collector streets, sidewalks, trolley stops, trouble spots
• Holiday Market: 50 weekly vendors, sales and attendance up
• Carnegie building under contract; brownfield assessment underway
• New businesses: Wise Guys Italian Food and ALIO Fiber headquarters

The Joplin City Council met informally on December 16, 2024, and received presentations on the city's financial status, downtown development, and snow and ice removal. No formal decisions or votes were made during the meeting.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Policy, Procedures and Promotions Sub-Committee of the Historic Preservation Commission will discuss banner proposals for the Midtown and Southtown areas. No minutes are pending approval. This is a discussion-only item with no final decisions expected at this meeting.

• Discussion of Midtown & Southtown Banners

City Council

The Joplin City Council is considering several contracts and ordinances, including a $5.87 million construction contract for the Dover Outdoor Recreation Area (DORA) Bicycle Park. Also up for decision are two airport runway rehabilitation contracts totaling nearly $12 million, annexation and rezoning of property at 642 E Fountain Road, and agreements related to homelessness services. Multiple citizens have requested to speak on topics such as marijuana tax, mayor's conduct, and support for the bike park.

• Vote on $5,872,161 contract with Crossland Construction for DORA Bike Park construction (CB 2024-628)
• Approve $11,389,111.54 contract with Emery Sapp & Sons for runway/taxiway rehabilitation at Joplin Regional Airport (CB 2024-157)
• Approve $626,297.29 contract with Crawford, Murphy and Tilly for construction management services for same airport project (CB 2024-156)
• Approve voluntary annexation and rezoning to R-2 of property at 642 E Fountain Road (CB 2024-293 and 294)
• Issue $109,674.88 purchase order to Goins Enterprises for sidewalk repair around the Justice Center (CB 2024-164)

The Joplin City Council approved a consent agenda including an $11,389,111.54 contract with Emery Sapp & Sons for runway and taxiway rehabilitation at Joplin Regional Airport, plus a $626,297.29 construction management agreement. It also passed emergency ordinances for sidewalk repairs, budget amendments, and a $5.87M bike park contract. Several ordinances were advanced to second and third reading, including a $299,426 chiller purchase and homelessness agreements.

• Approved $11,389,111.54 runway/taxiway rehab contract with Emery Sapp & Sons (9-0)
• Approved $626,297.29 construction management agreement with Crawford, Murphy and Tilly (9-0)
• Approved $109,674.88 sidewalk repair purchase order for Justice Center (9-0)
• Split budget amendment into two bills: PD take-home cars and DORA project (8-1)
• Approved amended budget bill for PD take-home cars (9-0)
• Approved $5,872,161.00 Dover Outdoor Recreational Area bike park contract (8-1)
• Advanced first reading: $299,426 chiller purchase for City Hall (9-0)
• Advanced first reading: Homeless Coalition CDBG grant agreement (8-1)

Building Board of Appeals

The Building Board of Appeals will review progress reports and hold demolition hearings for 20 properties. The board will also conduct finding of fact hearings for five properties and consider a code variance for one business.

• Demolition hearings for 20 properties, including 302 S. Connor Ave and 801, 803 & 805 W. 1st St
• Finding of fact hearings for 1404 E Hill St, 2722 Rolla St, 519 S Picher Ave, 504 S McKinley Ave, and 1909 W 15th St
• Code variance consideration for Eagle Picher Technologies at 8424 E 26th St regarding a 'hot room' (IBC Section 104.11)

The Building Board of Appeals granted a variance to Eagle Pitcher for a hazardous materials storage room at 8424 E 26th Street, allowing the materials to be stored in a non-detached building despite fire code requirements. The board also extended permits for numerous properties and released several items from its agenda due to upcoming demolitions.

• Granted variance for hazardous materials storage at 8424 E 26th St (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Extended permit for 512 W 20th St to Jan 24 meeting (7-0)
• Released 102 S Sergeant Ave from agenda due to upcoming demolition (7-0)
• Extended permit for 302 S Connor Ave to Jan 24 meeting (7-0)
• Extended permit for 1828 W 4th St to Jan 24 meeting (7-0)
• Extended permits for 117 & 121 S Byers Ave to Jan 24 meeting (7-0)
• Extended permit for 1909 W 15th St to Jan 24 meeting (7-0)
• Extended permit for 1404 E Hill St to Jan 24 meeting (7-0)

Tax Increment Finance (TIF) Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Prospect Village TIF Plan and Projects presented by Prospect Village, LLC. The body will consider four resolutions recommending the plan's approval and the designation of a developer to the City Council.

• Public hearing for Prospect Village TIF Plan & Projects
• Resolution 2024-001: Recommendation to designate the area as blighted
• Resolution 2024-002: Recommendation for specific findings regarding the TIF plan
• Resolution 2024-003: Recommendation to approve the plan and Projects 1A, 1B, 2, 3A, 3B, 5 and 6
• Resolution 2024-004: Recommendation to designate a Developer for the listed projects

The Joplin Tax Increment Financing Commission unanimously approved four resolutions related to the Prospect Village sports complex, including a blight finding, a 'But For' analysis, project plans, and designation of the developer. The public hearing drew no comments. The commission also approved the April 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approved April 27, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-001 Blight (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-002 Finding (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-003 Plat & Projects (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-004 Designation of Developer (8-0)

Airport Board

The Joplin Airport Board will discuss updates on the Runway 13/31 Reconstruction Project and ARFF/SRE construction, and review second quarter survey results. No votes or new actions are scheduled; the agenda consists of routine updates and old business.

• Update on ARFF/SRE Construction
• Runway 13/31 Reconstruction Project update
• Second Quarter Survey Results available for review

The Airport Board met on December 12, 2024, but no official business was conducted because too few members were present to meet a quorum. The meeting was effectively procedural only, with no decisions made.

City Council

This agenda is a notice of a possible quorum for a City Council retreat on December 12-13, 2024, not a regular meeting. The council will attend sessions at the North End Zone at MSSU and the KCU Medical and Biosciences Center, but no official city business or votes will occur.

• Retreat on Thursday, Dec. 12, 11 AM–4:45 PM at North End Zone, MSSU, Joplin
• Retreat on Friday, Dec. 13, 7:30 AM–4 PM at KCU Medical and Biosciences Center, Joplin
• No action will be taken regarding official city business
• Not a regularly scheduled council meeting or board/commission meeting

A General Public Meeting

The body will discuss updates on several community projects and events. The meeting includes reviews of Route 66 activities and the World Street Painting Festival.

• Route 66 Centennial activities
• World Street Painting Festival
• Heritage Trail Markers
• Route 66 Goes to the Movies

Joplin Re-Development Corporation (353 Commission)

The Joplin Re-Development Corporation (353 Commission) will meet on December 10, 2024, to consider Resolution No. 2024-001 authorizing the execution of conveyance documents between Systole Holding Company, LLC and the Corporation for property at 401-411 S. Virginia Ave. (the Hollcroft and Stults Buildings). The resolution also involves implementation of a redevelopment plan and abatement of ad valorem real property taxes. The meeting will also include approval of prior minutes and routine business.

• Resolution No. 2024-001: execution of conveyance documents and tax abatement for Hollcroft and Stults Buildings at 401-411 S. Virginia Ave.

The Joplin Redevelopment Corporation approved Resolution 2024-001, authorizing the execution of conveyance documents between Systole Holding Company LLC and the corporation for the Hollcroft and Stults Buildings at 401-411 S Virginia, related to real property taxes. The motion passed unanimously (7-0). No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved Resolution 2024-001 for conveyance of Hollcroft and Stults Buildings (7-0)
• Approved minutes from September 17, 2024 meeting

City Council

This notice is for a social event and not a regularly scheduled meeting. No official city business or actions will be taken.

• Council Christmas Dinner at Club 1201 (1201 E. 32nd Street)

A General Public Meeting

The Action Plan Implementation & Oversight Committee will meet to receive updates on grants, project funding, and progress toward action plans. No new decisions are listed; the meeting is procedural with routine reports and public comment.

A General Public Meeting

The Joplin Legislative Committee is meeting for a routine session. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes and a discussion of legislative priorities, with no specific proposals or votes listed.

• Discussion of legislative priorities

City Council Informal

The City Council is receiving an informational update on the Joplin Police Department's transition to a new Computer-Aided Dispatch and Records Management System (CST). The presentation covers background from 2019 to present, current technical issues such as mobile CAD freezes, GPS location lags, and name record merging problems, as well as upgrades like e-citation compliance, digital evidence management, and reduced IT workload. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the item is for discussion only.

• Contract signed with CST in 2022 to replace One Solution; system went live April 9, 2024.
• E-citation errors resolved; system now compliant with Show Me Courts and fully integrated.
• Mobile CAD freezes in the field being worked on with CST; GPS location lags under review.
• 600,000 name records from conversion creating merging issues due to misspellings.
• Fire Department unable to alert from secondary incident code; First Due interface not fully functional.

City Council

The City Council will discuss several infrastructure contracts, including airport runway repairs and sewer rate changes. The body is also considering a voluntary annexation and rezoning request for a property on E Fountain Road.

• Contract with Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. for $11,389,111.54 to rehabilitate Runway 13/31 and Taxiway E at Joplin Regional Airport
• Contract with Rosetta Construction LLC for $1,987,927.00 for ARPA Interceptor Improvements
• Proposed 100% real estate tax abatement for 10 years for the Hollcroft and Stults Building at 401-411 South Virginia Avenue
• Voluntary annexation and rezoning from R-1 to R-2 for 642 E Fountain Road
• Proposed updates to sewer rates and charges in the Joplin City Code

Airport Board

This is a special called meeting of the Joplin Airport Board. The board will discuss the future of JLN (Joplin Regional Airport) and hold a closed session for personnel matters involving hiring, firing, disciplining, or promotion of employees.

• Discussion on the future of JLN (Joplin Regional Airport)
• Closed session for personnel discussion per Section 610.021(3) RSMo

A General Public Meeting

The committee will discuss integrating bicycle and pedestrian transportation data into the city's GIS system, review the existing Complete Streets Ordinance, and consider performance measures and project selection criteria. They will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approval of September 27, 2024, minutes (action item)
• Bicycle & Pedestrian Transportation Map GIS Integration presentation by Eric Weber/Robert Lolley
• Review of Joplin Complete Streets Ordinance
• Discussion of Performance Measures and Implementation Steps
• Discussion of Project Selection Criteria

Police & Firemen's Pension Board

The Police & Firemen's Pension Board will consider the retirement of Chip Root from the Police Department, review financials, and approve previous minutes. The meeting is largely administrative with one personnel action.

• Retirement of Chip Root (Police Department)
• Review of financial reports
• Approval of October 17, 2024 minutes
• Setting next meeting date

City Council

This is a notice of a possible quorum, not a regular council meeting. No official city business or action will be taken. Council members may attend the Project Buffalo groundbreaking event on November 21, 2024 at 3:00 PM at 26th Street and Quail Avenue in the Crossroads Business Park.

• Project Buffalo groundbreaking event at corner of 26th Street and Quail Avenue in Crossroads Business Park

A General Public Meeting

The Finance Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes and prepare for a presentation to the City Council. The agenda consists of procedural items.

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority will hold a special meeting to approve minutes from September, review current financial statements, and consider a request for Crossroads wetlands remediation costs. No dollar amounts for the remediation are specified in the agenda.

• Consider request for Crossroads wetlands remediation costs (no amount stated)
• Approval of minutes from September 20, 2024 special meeting
• Review of current financial statements

Capital Improvements Oversight Sales Tax Committee

The Capital Improvement and Public Safety Sales Tax Oversight Committee will meet to review sales and use tax collections and progress on projects funded by Propositions B and A. The committee will also approve minutes from its August 21, 2024 meeting and schedule the next meeting. No public hearings or new spending decisions are on the agenda.

• Review of sales and use tax collections and project progress
• Approval of minutes from the August 21, 2024 meeting
• Scheduling of the next oversight committee meeting

ADA Accessibility Committee

The committee is meeting to plan updates to the ADA Transition Plan with Public Works. Members will also review the City of Joplin ADA webpage with the new communications team.

• Planning for updates to ADA Transition Plan
• Review of City of Joplin ADA webpage

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will meet to discuss the budget and specific items including Memorial Hall and the CLG Report. The meeting also includes a scheduled election.

• Budget discussion
• Discussion of Memorial Hall
• CLG Report discussion
• Elections

Conventions & Visitors Bureau Advisory Board

The Joplin Convention & Visitors Bureau Advisory Board will convene for its regular meeting, where members will approve the October minutes, discuss FY2025 grant funds, and receive a Department of State (DOS) update. The board may also address calendar reminders and other business as needed.

• FY2025 Grant Funds discussion
• Department of State (DOS) Update

City Council Informal

The Joplin City Council will hear a Sales and Use Tax Update and a quarterly report from the Joplin Sports Authority. The Sports Authority will present its final strategic plan, officer election results, and updates on event recruitment. No formal votes are scheduled.

• JSA strategic plan recommends diversified funding, enhanced community relationships, and a new indoor facility venue
• JSA elected new officers: Chair Jhan Hurn, Vice Chair Patty Vavra, Treasurer Dave Compton, Secretary Darieus Adams
• NCCAA men's and women's cross country national championships awarded to Joplin for 2025–2028
• NJCAA Division 2 women's golf national championship bid for 2026–2028 opened portal October 21, 2024
• JSA notes slow hotel tax collections and short-term rentals not required to pay lodging tax, impacting revenue

City Council

The Joplin City Council will consider multiple infrastructure contracts and sewer rate changes. Key items include a $9.88 million agreement for widening 20th Street from Schifferdecker Avenue to Central City Road, a $2.59 million ARPA stormwater project, and a public hearing on tax abatement for the Hollcroft and Stults Building. Council will also take up an ordinance amending sewer rates and fees.

• $9,878,241.50 contract with Emery Sapp and Sons for 20th Street Widening Project (emergency clause)
• $2,588,561.00 contract with D&E Plumbing & Heating for Joplin ARPA Group B stormwater improvements (emergency clause)
• Public hearing and first reading of tax abatement for 401-411 S Virginia Ave (Hollcroft and Stults Building): 100% abatement for 10 years, then 50% for 15 years
• Ordinance to amend sewer rates and charges (first reading)
• $434,393.18 contract with Jeff Asbell Excavating & Trucking for Cox Avenue Stormwater Improvements (consent agenda)

Traffic Commission

The Joplin Traffic Commission will consider updates to traffic ordinances and discuss potential changes to the speed limit on Murphy Blvd between Lone Elm and Maiden Ln. Commissioners will also address pedestrian safety and accident concerns, as well as traffic conditions on S Jackson Ave near 26th Street and KCU.

• Discussion of speed limit on Murphy Blvd from Lone Elm to Maiden Ln
• Review of traffic conditions on S Jackson Ave near 26th Street and KCU
• Discussion of pedestrian safety and accidents
• Traffic ordinance updates under old business

Airport Board

The Joplin Airport Board will review minutes, receive updates on ARFF/SRE construction and the recent full-scale emergency exercise, and discuss new items including passenger boarding bridges and results of a community roundtable on the future of JLN. The board will also introduce a new member and plan upcoming snow committee and December meetings.

• ARFF/SRE construction update
• Full-scale emergency exercise (10/23/24)
• Passenger boarding bridges discussion
• Future of JLN discussion (community roundtable insights)
• Survey results

Parks & Recreation Board

The Joplin Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to discuss updates on ongoing projects and consider new business. Items include a grant award, a clean-up initiative, and updates on the DORA project, Memorial Hall RFP, and Ewert Splash Park. The board will also receive monthly reports and a budget update.

• Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Grant Award
• 4th and Murphy Blvd. Clean Up
• Museum HVAC Update
• MDC Forestry Cost Share Grant
• 2024-2025 Budget Update

Joplin Re-Development Corporation (353 Commission)

The Joplin Re-Development Corporation (353 Commission) regular meeting scheduled for November 12, 2024, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to no action items requiring discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled; no business conducted

City Council

This is a notice that a possible quorum of the Joplin City Council may attend ground breaking events on November 12, 2024. No official city business will be discussed or decided at these events. This is not a regular council meeting.

• Council members may attend ground breaking events at City Hall, Route 66 Mural Park, and Social BTB

City Council Informal

The City Council reviewed a progress update on the deployment of a citywide fiber optic network. The city has selected ALLO as the partner to install high-speed internet, TV, and phone services throughout Joplin.

• Selection of ALLO as the partner for broadband deployment
• Opening of an ALLO store at 512 S Main Ave, Joplin, MO
• Planned groundbreaking ceremony for city officials and stakeholders
• Deployment of fiber optic lines via existing utility poles and underground routes

City Council

The City Council will discuss police take-home car options and a Memorial Hall presentation. The body is deciding on several land-use changes, including a rezoning at 2517 E 20th St and a special use permit for a home beauty salon. Multiple contracts for infrastructure, software, and city services are also under review.

• Purchase order for $4,490,874.00 to Brentwood Industries, Inc. for Turkey Creek Wastewater Treatment Facility media
• Rezoning of 2517 E 20th St from District R-1 to District C-1 PD
• Contract for $434,393.18 with Jeff Asbell Excavating & Trucking Inc. for Cox Avenue Stormwater Improvements
• Contract for $439,305.00 with Satterlee Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning for museum HVAC upgrades
• Special Use Permit for a Home Beauty Salon at 2805 N Highland Ave

Airport Board

The Joplin Airport Community Roundtable will hold an open discussion on topics including the role of advanced air mobility in regional economic growth, technology-driven innovation, strategic partnerships with local businesses, infrastructure needs, and how the airport can meet future industry and community needs. The meeting is a discussion forum with no formal votes or decisions scheduled.

• Role of advanced air mobility in regional economic growth
• Opportunities for technology-driven innovation at Joplin Regional Airport
• Strategic partnerships between local businesses and the airport
• Infrastructure needs to support air mobility sector growth
• How the airport can meet needs of industries and communities moving forward

A General Public Meeting

The Amended Action Plan Implementation & Oversight Committee will discuss use tax revenue and expenditures, a beautification project, parking concepts at Grand Falls, and funding for the police department fleet. The meeting includes approval of minutes and any other business.

• Use Tax Revenue & Expenditures
• Beautification Project Discussion
• Grand Falls Parking Concepts
• Funding for PD Fleet

A General Public Meeting

The Environmental Task Force of Jasper and Newton Counties board is meeting to discuss the future of the organization and a planned meeting with the Harry S. Truman Coordinating Council. The agenda includes approval of minutes from July and October 2024, with no new business or reports listed. The meeting is largely procedural, focusing on ongoing administrative matters.

• Continued discussion on the future of the Environmental Task Force
• Meeting with the Harry S. Truman Coordinating Council (HSTCC)
• Approval of minutes from July 17, 2024 and October 16, 2024

City Council Informal

This scheduled informal meeting of the Joplin City Council has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided. The only listed agenda item was a quarterly update from the Joplin Sports Authority.

City Council

The City Council will discuss several infrastructure contracts, zoning changes, and easement vacations. The meeting includes public hearings on property rezonings and a special use permit for a home beauty salon.

• Purchase order of $4,490,874.00 to Brentwood Industries, Inc. for Turkey Creek Wastewater Treatment Facility
• Rezoning of 2517 E 20th St from Single-Family Residential to Neighborhood Commercial – Planned Development
• Contract of $439,305.00 with Satterlee Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning for Joplin Historical and Mineral Museum HVAC upgrades
• Agreement with Jeff Asbell Excavating & Trucking Inc. for $434,393.18 for Cox Avenue Stormwater Improvements
• Special Use Permit request for a Home Beauty Salon at 2805 N Highland Ave

A General Public Meeting

The Public Works Department is presenting the findings of a Sewer Rates Study. The body will discuss a proposed increase to sewer rates and take questions and comments from the public.

• Sewer Rate Study findings
• Proposed sewer rate increase

City Council

This document is a notice that a quorum of the City Council may attend the NAACP Annual Banquet on October 26, 2024. The notice states that this is not a regularly scheduled meeting and no official city business will be conducted.

Building Board of Appeals

The Joplin Building Board of Appeals will hold demolition hearings for 23 properties, many continued from previous meetings (some up to 22 times). New business includes four 'Finding of fact' hearings for properties at 2117 S Harlem Ave, 1217 E 2nd St, 910 E 7th St, and 1519 S Pennsylvania Ave. The board will also consider approval of minutes from the August 23, 2024 meeting.

• Demolition hearing for 302 S Connor Ave (20th time before board)
• Demolition hearing for 801, 803 & 805 W 1st St (22nd time)
• Demolition hearing for 301 S Winfield Ave (22nd time)
• New Finding of fact hearing for 2117 S Harlem Ave (owner Jon M Harris)
• New Finding of fact hearing for 1217 E 2nd St (owner Jack Smittle)

City Council

This is a notice that a possible quorum of the Joplin City Council may attend the grand opening of the ATC Solution Training Center on October 24, 2024. It is not a regularly scheduled meeting, and no official city business will be conducted or action taken.

• Grand opening of ATC Solution Training Center at 2401 North Main Street Rd, Joplin, MO
• Event scheduled for Thursday, October 24, 2024, at 5:30 PM
• City Council members may attend but no action will be taken on city business

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission's Facade Sub-Committee will meet to discuss a policy and standards regarding the painting of storefronts. No prior minutes are up for approval. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Discussion of policy and standards on painting storefronts

A General Public Meeting

The Joplin Finance Committee will meet to review the FY23 audit and discuss evaluative criteria for municipal soundness. They will also receive a city pension update for Public Safety and Prop B, and discuss forming a final report to the City Council.

• Review of FY23 audit including key pages
• Discussion of evaluative criteria for soundness of a municipality
• City pension update (Public Safety/Prop B)
• Final report to Council discussion/formation

City Council Informal

The Joplin City Council will hold an informal meeting to receive a year-to-date sales and use tax update, including detailed historical revenue tables, and to consider appointments to boards and commissions. No binding votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion and information.

• Sales and Use Tax Update with year-to-date receipts data
• Boards and Commissions Appointments

The Joplin City Council held an informal meeting on October 21, 2024, where they received a financial report and made several board appointments. Sales tax revenue for the fiscal year is up 3.35%, and use tax is up 20.2%. The council appointed Kris Zibert to the Airport Board (6-2), Crystal Harrington to the Building Board of Appeals (8-0), Dylan Coonrod to the Capital Improvement Board (6-2), Clayton Shilling to the JRC (8-0), and Ann Wells to the Personnel Board (8-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Appointed Kris Zibert to Airport Board (6-2)
• Appointed Crystal Harrington to Building Board of Appeals (8-0)
• Appointed Dylan Coonrod to Capital Improvement Board (6-2)
• Appointed Clayton Shilling to JRC (8-0)
• Appointed Ann Wells to Personnel Board (8-0)

City Council

The Joplin City Council will consider a $7.9 million emergency ordinance for the ARPA Group A project, a $1.15 million loan to the Industrial Development Authority for an industrial park, and the adoption of the FY 2025 budget. Also on the agenda are a rezoning at 630 S Porter Ave, various contracts for sewer extensions, demolition, animal shelter services, and insurance renewals, plus first-reading items including sale of city property and a $4.49 million filter media purchase.

• $7,921,790.60 emergency ordinance for Joplin ARPA Group A project (D&E Plumbing & Heating)
• $1,150,000 loan to Joplin Industrial Development Authority for 330-acre industrial park land
• Rezoning of 630 S Porter Ave from C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial) to R-2 (Two-Family Residential)
• Adoption of FY 2025 city budget (Ordinance 2024-515) and emergency budget amendment for FY 2024
• Agreement with Joplin Humane Society for animal sheltering services and fee changes in Chapter 18

Police & Firemen's Pension Board

The Policemen's and Firemen's Pension Board is holding a regular meeting with procedural items including roll call, approval of minutes from September 19, 2024, and new business covering financial reports, an invoice from Segal Marco, and an update from Segal Marco. The board will also discuss retirements and terminations, and set the next meeting date. The agenda is routine with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• Approval of minutes from September 19, 2024
• Review of financials
• Invoice from Segal Marco
• Segal Marco update
• Retirements and terminations discussion

A General Public Meeting

The Joplin Museum Advisory Board will discuss the status of several facility renovations and upcoming events. The board will also address the search for a new museum assistant and a MoSoCaps intern.

• Boiler replacement status
• Cox Hall roof replacement status
• Cox Hall flooring bid issues
• Search for new museum assistant
• MoSoCaps intern

A General Public Meeting

The Environmental Task Force of Jasper and Newton Counties meets to discuss air quality data, updates from state agencies, and review its financial status. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; the group continues discussions on its future role.

• Reviewed ozone data from Alba and Miami sites
• Received update on ozone/PM2.5 standard change discussion
• Reviewed financial report with $13,131.58 ending balance
• Discussed future of Environmental Task Force with HSTCC

City Council

This notice announces that a possible quorum of the City Council may attend a Sunshine Act training session on October 16, 2024. The event is not a regular meeting, and no official city business will be conducted or action taken.

• No items for decision or discussion — training session only

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold public hearings on a proposed local landmark at 117 N. Moffett Ave. and a Certificate of Appropriateness at 106 S. Main. The commission will also discuss a Certified Local Government forum, realtor training, Memorial Hall, and a North Heights public meeting, along with a banners program consultation.

• Public hearing: Local Landmark at 117 N. Moffett Ave.
• Public hearing: Certificate of Appropriateness at 106 S. Main
• Discussion: CLG Forum with registered attendees Halbach, DeTar, Millard, Huff
• Discussion: North Heights Public Meeting on October 17th at First Presbyterian, 509 S. Pearl
• Discussion: Banners Program Consultation & Presentation

Conventions & Visitors Bureau Advisory Board

The Joplin CVB Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from August, receive updates on several projects including the Route 66 Centennial and the World Street Painting Festival, and discuss the CVB Reserve Funds. The meeting concludes with a tour of the Union Depot. No votes on expenditures or policy changes are scheduled.

• Approve minutes from the August meeting
• Update on the Visitor Profile study
• Update on the Venue Study
• Route 66 Centennial marketing, events, and World Cup planning update
• Discussion of CVB Reserve Funds

A General Public Meeting

The board of the 32nd Street Place Community Improvement District will hold its annual meeting to adopt several resolutions, including approving a successor director slate, electing officers, adopting an amended budget, and approving an auditor engagement. The meeting will also discuss the status of district projects. All items are up for decision.

• Adopt Resolution 2024:04 — Approve successor director slate for terms expiring in 2024
• Adopt Resolution 2024:05 — Election of officers
• Adopt Resolution 2024:06 — Approve amended budget
• Adopt Resolution 2024:07 — Approve auditor engagement
• Discussion regarding project status

City Council

This is a notice of a possible quorum of the Joplin City Council attending a 'Council in the Park' event at Ewert Park on October 14, 2024. The notice states that no official city business will be conducted and no action will be taken. It is not a regular council meeting.

• No decision items; this is a procedural notice of a possible quorum only.

Airport Board

The Joplin Airport Board will review updates on ARFF/SRE construction, discuss a new general aviation parking lot, and plan a full-scale emergency exercise on October 23. They will also address a military convoy on October 16 and review survey results. A roundtable on the future of JLN is scheduled for November 7.

• ARFF/SRE Construction Update
• General Aviation Parking Lot
• Full-Scale Emergency Exercise scheduled for 10/23/24
• Military Convoy on 10/16
• Survey Results

Joplin Re-Development Corporation (353 Commission)

The regular meeting scheduled for October 8, 2024, was cancelled because there were no action items.

City Council Informal

The Joplin City Council is reviewing a healthcare budget projection report from The Segal Group. The report shows a projected $226,000 surplus for fiscal 2024 and recommends a 4.9% contribution rate increase for medical and prescription drug coverage for 2025. No votes are scheduled; this is an informational discussion.

• Projected fiscal 2024 surplus of approximately $226,000 from the city’s health plan
• Proposed 4.9% increase in contribution rates for medical and prescription drug coverage for 2025
• 2025 monthly city contribution for single PPO: $634.44; family: $1,332.38
• Historical rate changes compared to Segal Trend Survey from 2014 to 2025
• High-cost claimant analysis for periods 2021-2024 totaling $7.8 million in claims

City Council

The Joplin City Council will hold a public hearing on rezoning 630 S Porter Ave from commercial to two-family residential and vote on first reading of a $1.15 million loan to the Industrial Development Authority for purchasing 330 acres for an industrial park. Consent agenda items include a $1.52 million contract for the Range Line Road extension, a $237,000 wastewater rehabilitation project, and a contract amendment for ARPA program assistance. Emergency ordinances update school zones, speed limits, and establish no-parking zones. First-reading items also include large contracts for the Tin Cup Trail ($1.63M) and Tin Cup Bridge ($1.67M) projects.

• Public hearing on rezoning 630 S Porter Ave from C-1 to R-2 (two-family residential)
• First reading: $1,150,000 loan to JIDA for 330-acre industrial park land purchase
• Consent: $1,523,486 contract for Range Line Road and East 15th Street extension
• First reading: $1,632,717 contract for Tin Cup Trail construction
• First reading: $1,665,698 contract for Tin Cup Bridge construction

A General Public Meeting

The Action Plan Implementation & Oversight Committee will meet to discuss use tax revenue and expenditures. The body will also conduct follow-ups on the budget and grant projects.

• Use tax revenue and expenditures
• Budget follow-up
• Grant project follow-up

A General Public Meeting

This is a routine general public meeting of the City of Joplin. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and project updates on possible Route 66 Centennial activities, the World Street Painting festival, and Heritage Trail Markers (including new bids). No ordinances, contracts, or votes with dollar amounts are listed.

• Possible Route 66 Centennial activities
• World Street Painting festival update
• Heritage Trail Markers – new bids from supplier, JCC working list, additional markers
• Music, shows, and exhibits updates

Joplin Area Transportation Study Organization

The Joplin Area Transportation Study Organization Policy Board will vote on several action items including the FY2025 Unified Planning Work Program, MoDOT statewide safety targets, the 2024 Transit Asset Management Plan update, and the Public Participation Plan update. The board will also discuss the region's top 15 road and bridge needs and top 7 bike/pedestrian needs. Routine approvals include minutes from previous meetings.

• Vote on FY2025 Unified Planning Work Program
• Vote on MoDOT Statewide Safety Targets
• Vote on 2024 Transit Asset Management Plan Update
• Vote on Public Participation Plan Update
• Discussion of JATSO's Top 15 Road and Bridge Needs and Top 7 Bike/Pedestrian Needs

A General Public Meeting

The Finance Committee will meet to review the FY23 audit and discuss bank balances. The body will also hold discussions regarding TIF/CID incentives.

• Review of FY23 Audit
• Discussion of TIF/CID Incentives
• Discussion of Bank Balances

A General Public Meeting

The Complete Streets Committee is meeting to define goals for the SS4A Safety Action Plan, which aims to reduce fatal and serious injury crashes. The body will discuss data-driven safety strategies and the roles of committee members in overseeing plan development.

• Review of online survey input from the Complete Streets Committee
• Discussion of poster boards for a public open house
• Planning for a public input meeting at the Joplin Public Library on October 29 from 3pm-6pm

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing on a Certificate of Appropriateness for Spiva Park. The commission will also discuss the budget and other routine business. No minutes from previous meetings are approved.

• Public hearing on Certificate of Appropriateness for Spiva Park
• Budget discussion
• Approval of minutes – none

City Council

The scheduled work session for September 25, 2024, was marked as cancelled. The original agenda included a proposed budget overview for FY 2024.

• FY 2024 Proposed Budget Overview

City Council

The Joplin City Council will hold a work session to discuss the proposed FY 2025 budget. The meeting also includes a period for public questions and comments, each limited to five minutes.

• Review of FY 2025 proposed budget
• Public questions and comments on agenda items

City Council

The Joplin City Council holds a work session to discuss the FY 2025 Proposed Budget Overview. The meeting also includes a public comment period and adjournment.

• Discussion of FY 2025 Proposed Budget

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority of Joplin holds a special meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, review financial statements, and then vote to enter closed session to discuss potential leasing, purchase, or sale of real estate and privileged attorney communications.

• Approval of minutes from July 30, 2024 special meeting
• Review of current financial statements
• Vote to go into closed session under §610.021.2 RSMo for real estate negotiations and attorney communications

Police & Firemen's Pension Board

The board will review financial reports, receive an actuarial update from Segal Marco, and consider the retirement of Fire Department member Shannon Branham. Routine business includes approving August meeting minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Consider retirement of Shannon Branham - Fire Department
• Review financial reports
• Receive update from Segal Marco (actuarial consultant)
• Approve minutes of August 15, 2024
• Set next meeting date

Joplin Sports Authority

The Joplin Sports Authority Board of Directors will meet to approve the FY 25 Budget and select an auditor. The board will also hold elections for Chair, Vice Chair, Treasurer, and Secretary.

• Approval of FY 25 Budget
• Approval of Auditor
• Elections for Chair, Vice Chair, Treasurer, and Secretary
• Approval of July and August 2024 Financial Report
• Discussion of Joplin Area Sports Hall of Fame

Building Board of Appeals

The Joplin Building Board of Appeals meets on September 27, 2024, to continue 20 demolition hearings, many of which have been postponed multiple times (some over 20 appearances). The board will also hear three new 'Finding of Fact' hearings for properties on S Harlem Avenue, E 2nd Street, and E 7th Street. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and other routine business.

• 20 continued demolition hearings, including 302 S Connor Ave (20th time before the board) and 301 S Winfield Ave (22nd time)
• New Finding of Fact hearing for 2117 S Harlem Ave (owner Jon M Harris), structure posted 10-24-2023
• New Finding of Fact hearing for 1217 E 2nd St (owner Jack Smittle), structure posted 8-26-2023
• New Finding of Fact hearing for 910 E 7th St (owner Rick Newberry), structure posted 8-8-2024
• Multiple hearings with owner-signed consent: 2808 E 7th St (Robert Foster TR) and 1119 S Picher Ave (Joplin Land Rentals)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will meet to discuss budget items and preservation training. The agenda includes discussions regarding Memorial Hall and a pending public meeting for North Heights.

• Budget review
• CLG Required training
• Preservation training and workshops
• Memorial Hall discussion
• North Heights pending public meeting

The commission approved amended minutes from the July 16, 2024 meeting. No public hearings or substantive decisions were made; discussions covered CLG training, Realtor training, Memorial Hall advocacy, and a pending North Heights meeting.

• Approved amended minutes for July 16, 2024 meeting (7-0, 2 absent)
• Excused members DeTar and Frankoski (7-0, 2 absent)

Joplin Re-Development Corporation (353 Commission)

The body will review financial documents. The meeting includes a vote to enter a closed session to discuss litigation and the leasing, purchasing, or sale of real estate.

• Review of financials
• Closed session regarding causes of action or litigation
• Closed session regarding leasing, purchasing, or sale of real estate

City Council Informal

The City Council will hear a presentation on downtown Joplin development, including the Empire Market, seasonal events, and redevelopment tools like historic tax credits and facade grants. They will also review a Parks Department report recommending an additional Park Ranger in the 2025 budget to increase coverage, citing significant reductions in drug paraphernalia (56%), violent altercations (86%), vandalism (52%), and property damage (40%) since the program began.

• Request for a third Park Ranger in the proposed 2025 budget to expand patrol coverage
• Park ranger program reduced hypodermic needles found from 97 (2023) to 43 (2024) and violent altercations from 7 to 1
• Empire Market: average 37 vendors weekly, sales up 30%, awarded $3,000 Missouri Arts Council grant
• New 35% Missouri Historic Tax Credit plus 20% federal credit for downtown redevelopment projects
• City of Joplin Facade Grant covers up to 50% of costs using CDBG funds for designated districts

The Joplin City Council held an informal meeting with no votes or formal decisions. They received updates on sales and use tax revenues, marijuana tax collections, the Downtown Joplin Alliance quarterly report, and park ranger activities. The meeting was informational only.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at informal meeting

City Council

The Joplin City Council will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on vacating an alley near 1036 S Range Line Rd. They will consider multiple ordinances, including a $1.5 million construction contract for the Range Line Road and East 15th Street Extension Project and a $740,257 health department nutrition services contract. Presentations are scheduled on Olivia, streetlights, CIP/stormwater schedule, community revitalization, and Connecticut Avenue. The agenda also includes consent agenda items for a wastewater collection system purchase order and a street improvements agreement with Webb City.

• Public hearing on ordinance to vacate an alley near 1036 S Range Line Rd. (requested by Seneca Enterprises LLC, P&Z recommended approval)
• First reading of $1,523,486.15 contract with D&E Plumbing for Range Line Road and East 15th Street Extension Project
• Consent agenda: $750,000 purchase order with Ace Pipe Cleaning for wastewater collection system rehabilitation
• Consent agenda: $740,257 intergovernmental agreement with Missouri DHSS for Health Department nutritional assistance
• First reading of contract amendment #3 with Alvarez & Marsal for ARPA Community Revitalization Program administrative services

The Joplin City Council failed to approve or deny Council Bill 2024-282 to vacate an alley near 1036 S Range Line Rd, as both motions failed (4-3 against denial, 3-4 against approval), so the bill did not advance. The council approved the consent agenda, including several ordinances, and passed an emergency demolition contract. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included updates and a closed session.

• Motion to deny alley vacation (CB 2024-282) failed 4-3
• Motion to approve alley vacation (CB 2024-282) failed 3-4
• Approved consent agenda (7-0), including ordinances 2024-119, 2024-120, 2024-121, 2024-122, 2024-123
• Passed emergency demolition contract at 1822 S Indiana Ave (Ordinance 2024-124) (7-0)
• Advanced CB 2024-120 (wastewater rehab) to second/third reading (7-0)
• Advanced CB 2024-138 (Range Line Rd & 15th St extension) to second/third reading (7-0)
• Advanced CB 2024-286 (ARPA contract amendment) to second/third reading (7-0)
• Passed CB 2024-134 (Public Works assessment) as Ordinance 2024-125 (7-0)

City Council

This is a notice of a possible quorum for a ceremonial dedication event, not a regular City Council meeting. No official city business will be discussed or voted on. City Council members may attend the dedication of Senator Ron Richard Memorial Park on September 13, 2024, at 11:00 AM.

• Dedication of Senator Ron Richard Memorial Park at the intersection of E. 15th St. and S. Campbell Parkway, Joplin, MO

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will meet to review new ordinances regarding speed limits and parking. The body will also hear citizen requests and receive updates on Complete Streets and bike/pedestrian projects.

• Citizen request from Mike Gulpin regarding Murphy and Lone Elm
• Citizen request from Denis Desmond regarding 44th St Speed Limit
• Speed Limit Ordinance
• No Parking Ordinance
• Complete Streets and Bike/Ped Projects updates

Airport Board

The Airport Board will review minutes and hear updates on ARFF/SRE construction and airline operations. New business includes scheduling a full-scale emergency exercise, addressing drone activity on the field, revising staff job descriptions and reclassification, and an ACRP (Airport Cooperative Research Program) item. A roundtable discussion on the future of JLN Airport is also planned.

• ARFF/SRE Construction Update (old business)
• Full-Scale Emergency Exercise Scheduled
• Drone Activity on Field discussion
• Airport Staff Job Description/Reclassification
• Future of JLN Discussion Roundtable

The Joplin Regional Airport Board tabled a proposal to reclassify the Administrative Assistant position as Airport Specialist with increased compensation and a summer internship program. The board also received updates on construction, flight data, an upcoming emergency drill, and drone regulation changes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved August meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled Administrative Assistant reclassification to Airport Specialist
• Scheduled full-scale emergency drill for October 23, 2024
• Adjourned meeting at 8:01 am (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Board

The board will receive updates on the Ewert Splash Park, DORA project, and Mercy Park electrical upgrades. Members will also discuss a budget request for a park ranger and the usage of recreation program facilities.

• Ewert Splash Park update from Olsson Studios
• Park Ranger budget request
• Recreation Program Facility Usage discussion
• Memorial Hall RFP update
• Senator Ron Richard Memorial Park dedication

City Council

This is a notice of a possible quorum, not a regular City Council meeting. Council members may attend an open house at Ewert Park on September 10, 2024, but no official city business will be discussed or decided.

Solid Waste Advisory Commission

The Joplin Solid Waste Advisory Commission will meet to receive an update on the EPA SWIFR REO project and discuss the city contract for residential trash and curbside recycling. The commission will also hear a report on the Recycling Center and set future meeting dates.

• EPA SWIFR REO Project update and overview
• City contract for residential trash and curbside recycling
• Recycling Center report

City Council

The September 9, 2024, City Council work session has been cancelled. In its place, budget work sessions will be held September 23–25 at 5:45 PM in the Council Chambers. Agendas will be posted closer to those dates.

• Regular work session cancelled
• Budget work sessions scheduled for September 23–25, 2024

A General Public Meeting

The Action Plan Implementation & Oversight Committee will discuss use tax revenue and expenditures, pending grant applications, and a Park Ranger Report. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of minutes and any other business.

• Discussion of Use Tax Revenue & Expenditures
• Review of Pending Grant Applications
• Park Ranger Report

The Proposition Action Implementation and Oversight Committee approved using Use Tax funds to match three pending grants: 100% for the NEA grant, 5% for the CHOICE grant, and 10% for the LHR grant, all if awarded. The committee also received updates on Use Tax revenue and the Park Ranger program, and approved the previous meeting minutes unanimously.

• Approved Use Tax match for NEA grant at 100% (unanimous)
• Approved Use Tax match for CHOICE grant at 5% (unanimous)
• Approved Use Tax match for LHR grant at 10% (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes as is (unanimous)

City Council Informal

The September 3, 2024, informal meeting of the Joplin City Council has been canceled. No business will be conducted. The next scheduled meeting will proceed as posted.

• Meeting canceled; no items discussed or decided

A General Public Meeting

This is a general public meeting of the Joplin City Council. The primary item is discussion of planning for the Route 66 Centennial in June 2026, including World Street Painting, Heritage Trail Markers, and a Route 66 Goes to the Movies event. The council will also approve August 2024 minutes and consider any other business presented.

• Project updates on Route 66 Centennial activities
• World Street Painting event planning
• Heritage Trail Markers discussion
• Route 66 Goes to the Movies event planning
• Approval of August 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Joplin City Council will consider a resolution to apply for a $12.8M federal Railroad Crossing Elimination Grant for the Central City Railroad Elimination Project, with a required $3.2M local match. The council will also vote on several demolition contracts, a budget amendment, and a cooperative agreement with Webb City for Zora Street improvements. A public hearing is scheduled on a citizen's petition regarding fiscal accountability and conflicts.

• Resolution 2024-015: Pursuit of $12.8M USDOT railroad crossing elimination grant with $3.2M city match for Central City Railroad Elimination Project
• Emergency ordinances approving demolition at 1602 S Byers Ave ($7,975), 2131 E Nashville Ave ($4,175), 310 S Connor Ave ($6,975) by USA Demolition
• First reading: $750,000 purchase order with Ace Pipe Cleaning for 2022 Wastewater Collection System Evaluation and Rehabilitation
• First reading: Intergovernmental agreement with Webb City for Zora Street improvements from Range Line Road to MO-249
• Ordinance (emergency) to accept Missouri Public Transit Operating Assistance Grant for MAPS

The Joplin City Council approved Resolution 2024-015 to pursue a $12.8 million federal Railroad Crossing Elimination Grant for the Central City Railroad Elimination Project, committing $3.2 million in local match funds. The council also approved several emergency ordinances, including demolition contracts for three properties, a transit operating grant, and a budget amendment. Multiple ordinances were advanced on first reading, including a $750,000 wastewater collection project and a $140,000 Public Works assessment contract.

• Approved Resolution 2024-015 for $12.8M railroad crossing elimination grant with $3.2M match (7-2)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-114 accepting MAPS transit operating grant (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-115 for $7,975 demolition at 1602 S Byers Ave (8-1)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-116 for $4,175 demolition at 2131 E Nashville Ave (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-117 for $6,975 demolition at 310 S Connor Ave (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-118 amending FY2023-24 budget (9-0)
• Advanced $750K wastewater collection project purchase order to final reading (9-0)
• Advanced $140K Public Works assessment contract with Baker Tilly (8-1)

A General Public Meeting

The Finance Committee is meeting to review recurring revenue and Tax Increment Financing (TIF). The body will also discuss the benchmarking process.

• Re-occurring Revenue Analysis
• TIF Explanation
• Discussion of Benchmarking Process

City Council

The Joplin City Council holds a special meeting to conduct a public hearing on the proposed 2024-2025 property tax rate. The council will then consider an emergency ordinance levying taxes at $0.1746 per $100 valuation for the city and $0.2459 per $100 for the Joplin Public Library District.

• Public hearing on the 2024-2025 property tax rate
• Emergency ordinance (CB 2024-509) setting city property tax levy at $0.1746 per $100 valuation
• Library district tax levy set at $0.2459 per $100 valuation
• Ordinance contains an emergency clause for immediate effect

The Joplin City Council held a special meeting and approved the 2024 property tax levy. The ordinance sets the city tax rate at $0.1746 per $100 of assessed valuation and the library district rate at $0.2459 per $100. The measure passed 8-0 with one member absent and was adopted as Ordinance No. 2024-112.

• Approved 2024 property tax levy of $0.1746 per $100 valuation for the City of Joplin (8-0)
• Approved 2024 library district tax levy of $0.2459 per $100 valuation (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-112 on an emergency basis (8-0)

Building Board of Appeals

The Joplin Building Board of Appeals will consider continued demolition hearings for 17 properties, many of which have been before the board multiple times, and hold new finding-of-fact hearings for six additional properties. The board will also approve minutes from the July 26, 2024 meeting.

• Continued demolition hearing for 302 S. Connor Ave. (19th time before the board)
• Continued demolition hearing for 801, 803 & 805 W. 1st St. (22nd time before the board)
• Continued demolition hearing for 301 S. Winfield Ave. (21st time before the board)
• New finding-of-fact hearings for 512 W. 20th St., 4020 S. Main St., 806 S. Jefferson Ave., 310 N. Joplin Ave., 2808 E. 7th St., and 1119 S. Picher Ave.
• Roll call and consent of minutes from July 26, 2024 meeting

The Building Board of Appeals held its regular meeting on August 23, 2024, and took action on multiple properties. The most consequential decision was declaring 1518 S Sergeant Ave a dangerous building and ordering its demolition, based on evidence of deterioration, vacancy, and neighborhood complaints. All other agenda items were continued to the September 27 meeting for progress reports and potential demolition hearings, with no other substantive decisions made.

• Declared 1518 S Sergeant Ave a dangerous building and ordered demolition (5-0)
• Revoked existing permit 2024-0402 for 1518 S Sergeant Ave for lack of progress (5-0)
• Continued 301 S Winfield Ave to Sept 27 for progress report and demolition hearing (5-0)
• Continued 102 S Sergeant Ave to Sept 27 for progress report and demolition hearing (5-0)
• Continued 1616 S Pearl Ave to Sept 27 for progress report and demolition hearing (5-0)
• Continued 125 N Maple Ave to Sept 27 for progress report and demolition hearing (5-0)
• Continued 2808 E 7th St to Sept 27 for progress report and demolition hearing (5-0)
• Continued 801, 803 & 805 W 1st St to Oct 25 for progress report and demolition hearing (5-0)

ADA Accessibility Committee

The committee will discuss planning for updates to the ADA Transition Plan in coordination with Public Works, hear an update on Ewert Park from Parks and Recreation Director Paul Bloomberg, and review a survey for improving the city webpage proposed by Tony Otero. They will also elect officers for the committee.

• Planning for updates to ADA Transition Plan – Committee and Public Works
• Election of officers
• Ewert Park update – Paul Bloomberg, Director of Parks and Recreation
• Survey for improving City of Joplin webpage – Tony Otero
• Next committee meeting: November 20 at 3:30 p.m.

Capital Improvements Oversight Sales Tax Committee

The Capital Improvement and Public Safety Sales Tax Oversight Committee will meet to appoint a new chairman, approve minutes from February 2024, and review sales tax collections and funded project progress. The committee oversees revenues from Propositions B and A passed by voters in 2001, 2004, and 2006. A future meeting date will also be scheduled.

• Appointment of a new committee chairman
• Approval of minutes from February 21, 2024 meeting
• Review of sales and use tax collections and projects funded by Propositions B (2001), A (2004), and A (2006)
• Scheduling of next oversight committee meeting

The Capital Improvement and Public Safety Sales Tax Oversight Committee appointed Nathan Mordica as chairman after Lori Haun termed out, and approved the February 21, 2024 minutes. Members reviewed sales tax revenues and project statuses for parks, stormwater, capital improvements, and public safety, noting completed projects and ongoing work. No formal votes were taken on project approvals or funding decisions.

• Appointed Nathan Mordica as chairman (motion passed)
• Approved February 21, 2024 minutes (motion passed)
• Excused absent members Fred Osborn and Gregg Wilkerson (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:17 p.m. (motion passed)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission has cancelled its August 20, 2024 meeting. No business will be conducted.

• No meeting held; agenda cancelled

Conventions & Visitors Bureau Advisory Board

The Conventions & Visitors Bureau Advisory Board will meet to discuss FY25 grant funding and review a report on 2023 international guests. The board will also receive a mid-year update on the Visit Profile featuring a presentation by Downs-St. Germain.

• Update on FY25 Grant Funding
• 2023 International Guests report
• Mid-year update on Visit Profile with Downs-St. Germain presentation

The Joplin CVB Advisory Board unanimously approved the June and July 2024 minutes. Staff reported that FY2025 grant recommendations will be presented to the city council on September 16. The board also received updates on international visitor economic impact and a visitor profile study.

• Approved June and July 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Heard FY25 grant recommendations update; formal council bill set for September 16
• Received 2023 Visa Vue report showing 35,310 international visitors and $5,868,375 economic impact
• Received visitor profile progress report; final report due to city council in April 2025

City Council Informal

The Joplin City Council informal meeting consists solely of a presentation from the Joplin Sports Authority (JSA) on its 3rd quarter review. The report details JSA's history, funding from lodging tax, board structure, recent and upcoming sporting events, and economic impact figures for fiscal year 2024 to date: $7.88 million total economic impact, 13,926 room nights, and an 18.2:1 return on investment. No ordinances or votes are scheduled.

• $7.88 million total economic impact from JSA events so far in FY 2024
• 13,926 room nights generated with $1.48 million in market room revenues
• 18.2:1 return on investment ($18.20 per $1 spent) on $411,033.60 in event expenses
• Upcoming events: NCAA Division 2 Cross Country Regionals (2024-2026), MSHSAA State Golf (2024-2030), NJCAA Women’s Basketball Nationals (2025-2028)
• JSA funded primarily by 2% city lodging tax (increased by voter approval in 2000)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing for the FY 2025 proposed budget and consider several infrastructure contracts. The meeting includes discussions on broadband connectivity, sewer improvements, and multiple property demolitions.

• Public hearing for the FY 2025 Proposed Budget
• Construction agreement with Goins Enterprises, Inc. for $1,777,700.00 for Tin Cup Lift Station and Pressure Line Improvement
• Purchase order to Armor Equipment for $312,938.89 for a high pressure sewer cleaner
• Administrative services contract with Alvarez and Marsal for broadband solutions not to exceed $836,897.00
• Five emergency demolition contracts for properties at 1202/1204 S Wall Ave, 219 N Pearl Ave, 2025 S Byers Ave, 810 Missouri Ave, and 320 S Winfield Ave

Police & Firemen's Pension Board

The Police & Firemen's Pension Board will hold a routine meeting to approve July meeting minutes, review financial statements, and consider an invoice from consulting firm Segal Marco. No major decisions or public hearings are listed; the agenda consists of standard administrative business.

• Review of financial statements for the pension fund
• Invoice from Segal Marco for consulting services
• Approval of minutes from July 18, 2024 meeting
• Discussion of any retirements or terminations

The Joplin Policemen's and Firemen's Pension Board approved payment of a $16,405.42 quarterly invoice from Segal and reviewed July 2024 financials showing a $2,556,601 gain, ending the month at $74,490,230. The board also excused an absent member and approved the previous meeting's minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $16,405.42 payment to Segal (motion by Delzell, second by Smith)
• Excused Will Davis from attendance (motion by Delzell, second by Grimes)
• Approved July 18, 2024 minutes (motion by Brown, second by Copeland)

City Council

City Council members may attend a ceremony at Station No. 4. This is not a regularly scheduled meeting and no official city business will be conducted.

• Engine 4 Wet Down Ceremony at 3402 South Hearnes Blvd

A General Public Meeting

This meeting of the Joplin Museum Advisory Board is largely procedural, covering approval of minutes, old business (tours and events), and new business (grants, cataloging, and an assistant update). No specific funding amounts or policy decisions are listed on the agenda. The board will also hear monthly reports.

• Discussion of museum tours and events
• Grants update
• Cataloging update
• Assistant position update
• Monthly reports

City Council

This is a notice of a possible quorum for a ceremonial dedication event, not a regular City Council meeting. No official city business or decisions will occur.

• Dedication of the Senator Ron Richard Juvenile Justice Center at 530 S. Pearl Ave, Joplin MO

City Council

The Joplin City Council received briefings on a proposed five-year sewer rate study and the Fiscal Year 2025 Proposed Budget. The sewer plan includes annual increases to service and volume charges, with volume rates rising 6% in 2025 and 8% from 2026-2029. The proposed budget totals $41.39 million in General Fund revenue and $41.38 million in expenditures, with highlights including new police officer positions and capital project funding.

• Proposed sewer rate increases: service charge up 2.25% per year, volume charge up 6% in 2025 and 8% in 2026-2029
• New industrial pretreatment monthly fee of $260 in 2025, increasing 4% per year
• FY2025 General Fund budget: $41.39M revenue, $41.38M expenditures, with 13.5% increase in grant revenue
• Use tax projected at $6.9M for FY2025, funding new positions: lead building inspector, two police officers, park ranger
• Key initiatives include renewal of Capital Improvements Sales Tax, ARPA grant projects, and Memorial Hall demolition planning

City Council

This is a notice of a possible quorum for City Council members attending two ceremonial events: a Fire Truck Wet Down Ceremony at Station #6 and a Lifeguard Recognition at Cunningham Pool. No official city business will be conducted at these events.

• Fire Truck Wet Down Ceremony at 3 PM at Joplin Fire Station #6, 5302 West 32nd Street
• Lifeguard Recognition at 4 PM at Cunningham Pool, 2401 S. Maiden Lane

Airport Board

The Joplin Airport Board will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes and receive updates on ARFF/SRE construction and airline operations. Under new business, the board will discuss a hangar audit and passenger boarding bridges. The meeting also includes a discussion on the future of Joplin Regional Airport (JLN).

• ARFF/SRE Construction Update
• Airline Update
• Hangar Audit
• Passenger Boarding Bridges
• Future of JLN Discussion

The Joplin Regional Airport Board met on August 8, 2024, and unanimously approved the minutes from the July meeting. Staff reported that the ARFF/SRE construction is ahead of schedule, a consultant confirmed the current Denver flight schedule is optimal, and the airport applied for a BIL grant to replace passenger boarding bridges. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved July meeting minutes (unanimous)

A General Public Meeting

The Action Plan Implementation & Oversight Committee is meeting to discuss use tax revenue and expenditures. The body will review proposed use tax expenditures for fiscal year 2025.

• Review of FY25 Proposed Use Tax Expenditures
• Discussion of Use Tax Revenue & Expenditures

A General Public Meeting

The body will discuss updates regarding Route 66 centennial activities and heritage trail markers. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from February and April 2024.

• Route 66 Centennial updates
• World Street Painting project
• Heritage Trail Markers for Grand Falls
• Route 66 Goes to the Movies project

City Council Informal

The City Council will hear a presentation on Project Buffalo, a proposed $27.5 million expansion by an existing manufacturer that would add 100 jobs at Crossroads Industrial Park. The council will also review transit driver pay restructuring and stipend policies, and receive a 2023 international visitor report.

• Project Buffalo: ~$27.5M investment, purchase of acreage in Crossroads Industrial Park, 80 process associates at $50,000/yr and 20 engineers at $100,000/yr
• Incentives sought: Land and building inside Joplin EEZ, Chapter 100 Bonds, and Statewide Works (approved by MO DED)
• Transit driver pay restructuring: annual starting wage increases of $4,750 (Transit I), $5,928 (Transit II), $7,239 (Transit III)
• Transit stipends proposal for special duty assignments (e.g., SWAT, Special Operations) as part of regular wages subject to overtime
• 2023 international visitor report: 35,310 visitors estimated, spending $5.87M, with Canada and Mexico as top sources

The Joplin City Council held an informal meeting with presentations only; no formal votes or decisions were made. Items discussed included the Project Buffalo initiative, transit stipends, and an international guest report.

City Council

The City Council will discuss several high-value construction contracts for sewer improvements and broadband connectivity. The body is also reviewing a property donation of the old Freeman Hospital and a special use permit for a home beauty salon.

• Construction agreement with Goins Enterprises, Inc. for $1,777,700.00 (Tin Cup Lift Station Section 1)
• Construction agreement with Rosetta Construction for $1,588,599.00 (Tin Cup Lift Station Section 2)
• Donation agreement for real property at 2008 South Sergeant A Avenue (old Freeman Hospital)
• Special Use Permit request for a Home Beauty Salon at 3502 S Park Ave
• Consulting services agreement with Alvarez and Marsal for broadband solutions up to $836,897.00

The Joplin City Council approved a $1,588,599 construction contract with Rosetta Construction for the Tin Cup Lift Station and Pressure Line Improvement Section 2 (Force Main) on an emergency basis. The council also approved a special use permit for a home beauty salon at 3502 S Park Ave, despite a protest occurrence of 9.9060%. Several other items were advanced to second and third reading, including a donation agreement for the old Freeman Hospital property, which passed 4-3 with one abstention. The council set public hearing dates for the FY 2025 proposed budget (August 19) and property tax levy (August 26).

• Approved $1,588,599 Tin Cup Lift Station Section 2 construction contract with Rosetta Construction (8-0)
• Approved special use permit for home beauty salon at 3502 S Park Ave (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including ALLO Communications leases and Northpark Lane CID termination (8-0)
• Approved resolution to apply for $147,210 Recreational Trails Program grant with $98,140 match (8-0)
• Approved modification to City purchasing policy (8-0)
• Advanced Freeman Hospital donation agreement to second/third reading (4-3, 1 abstention)
• Advanced $1,777,700 Tin Cup Lift Station Section 1 contract with Goins Enterprises to second/third reading (8-0)
• Set public hearing for FY 2025 budget for August 19, 2024 (8-0)

City Council

This is a notice of a possible quorum of the Joplin City Council attending a MoDOT High-Priority Unfunded Needs Meeting on July 31, 2024. No official city business will be discussed or decided at this event. It is not a regularly scheduled council meeting.

• Possible quorum at MoDOT High-Priority Unfunded Needs Meeting, 10 AM at Public Safety Training Facility, 5102 Swede Lane

Industrial Development Authority

The board will approve minutes from the July 9, 2024 special meeting. They will then vote to enter closed session to discuss the leasing, purchase, or sale of real estate and confidential communications with their attorney. This special meeting has a limited agenda focused on these procedural and closed-session items.

• Approval of minutes from the July 9, 2024 special meeting
• Vote to enter closed session for real estate negotiations and attorney communications

Building Board of Appeals

The Joplin Building Board of Appeals is meeting to hold demolition hearings and progress reports for 18 properties, many of which have been before the board multiple times. The board will also conduct five new 'finding of fact' hearings for additional properties. All hearings are posted in the Joplin Globe Legal Section.

• 302 S. Connor Ave. – demolition hearing (18th time before board)
• 301 S. Winfield Ave. – demolition hearing (22nd time before board)
• 117 and 121 S. Byers Ave. – demolition hearings (14th time each)
• 1616 S. Pearl Ave., 125 N. Maple Ave., 102 S. Sergeant Ave., 310 S. Connor Ave., 1919 S. Byers Ave. – new finding of fact hearings
• 1402 South St. – demolition hearing (3rd time before board)

A General Public Meeting

The Joplin Finance Committee is holding a general public meeting with a procedural agenda, including a review of the committee's charge and an audit history review. No specific financial decisions or projects are listed.

• Audit history & review

City Tree Board

The City Tree Board will receive updates on the Downtown Tree Replacement Project and a Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) cost-share grant. Members will also discuss potential projects for the 2025 MDC cost-share program and a fall tree program. No decisions are on the agenda; all items are for discussion only.

• Downtown Tree Replacement Project update
• MDC Cost Share Grant update
• Discussion of 2025 MDC Cost Share potential projects
• Fall Tree Program discussion

The board approved the previous meeting minutes. Greg Bertoncino reported that Simpson Lawn Care finished removing Bradford trees on Main Street and planted replacements, with a two-year watering contract included. The city received the MDC Cost Share Grant reimbursement and updated much of its tree inventory. The board discussed a proposed $36,010 MDC grant request for next year, and plans for the Fall Tree Program starting in September.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (motion by Dopp, second by Brown)
• Noted completion of Downtown Tree Replacement Project (Bradford trees removed, replacements planted)
• Acknowledged receipt of MDC Cost Share Grant reimbursement
• Discussed proposed $36,010 MDC Cost Share Grant request for next year

Conventions & Visitors Bureau Advisory Board

The board will hear presentations from nine organizations applying for FY25 CVB grants. Following these reviews, the board will allocate funding for a total of 19 grant applications.

• Grant application review for 4 State Trucks (Guilty By Association)
• Grant application review for Neosho Arts Council (ArtCon 2025)
• Grant application review for Heartland Concert Band (Community Band Outdoor Picnic 2025)
• Grant application review for Branco Enterprises & Neosho Schools (Neosho Holiday Classic)
• Grant application reviews for Silver Sage Renaissance Festival, JOMO PrideFest 2025, Emancipation Celebration 2025, and Mother Road Mayhem 2025

The Joplin CVB Advisory Board heard presentations from eight grant applicants and, after scoring, approved funding allocations totaling $116,890 of the $140,000 budgeted. The motion passed 6-1 with two absent. The director will forward the recommendations to the City Council before July 31.

• Approved $116,890 in FY2025 CVB grant allocations (6-1, 2 absent)
• Heard presentations from 8 grant applicants for FY2025
• Forwarded grant recommendations to City Council

Police & Firemen's Pension Board

The board will review financial reports and receive an update from Segal Marco. Members are scheduled to conduct investment manager interviews and process retirements and terminations.

• Investment manager interviews
• Financials review
• Segal Marco update
• Retirements and termination processing

The board approved Janus Henderson as an investment manager after hearing presentations from Janus and Schroders. Financial reports showed the pension fund gained $1,043,490 in June, ending at $69,933,629. The board also decided to stop reserving additional pension sales tax funds, directing all future revenue to the pension plan.

• Approved Janus Henderson as investment manager (motion passed)
• Approved June 20, 2024 minutes (motion passed)
• Excused absent members (motion passed)
• Set next meeting for August 15, 2024

A General Public Meeting

The Environmental Task Force of Jasper and Newton Counties board is discussing the future of the organization and receiving updates on air quality, including ozone data and standard changes. The board also notes that fall scholarship applications are too late and will be sent for spring semester.

• Financial report shows balance of $13,281.58 after expenses
• Scholarship subcommittee decides to skip fall semester, update school contacts for spring
• Discussion on future of the ETF as new business
• Update on ozone and PM2.5 standard changes from EPA
• JATSO/ETF MOU for ozone monitoring

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss and potentially vote on Resolution 2024-01 concerning the North Height Survey Phase I. Other agenda items include approval of June meeting minutes, budget review, and discussions on the Missouri Mainstreet Conference, preservation training, and Memorial Hall.

• Resolution 2024-01: North Height Survey Phase I
• Discussion of Memorial Hall
• Missouri Mainstreet Conference and alternative training options
• Approval of June 18, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council Informal

The City Council is receiving two informational updates at this informal meeting. The first is on the Pension Sales Tax (Prop B), which shows the Policemen's and Firemen's Pension Plan funded status at 79.5% as of October 31, 2023, with projections to reach 120% funded by 2027, triggering the tax sunset. The second is the RAVENii monthly cybersecurity report on vulnerability management, patching, endpoint protection, and ongoing initiatives like multi-factor authentication.

• Pension plan funded status at 79.5% as of Oct 31, 2023, up from 55.3% in 2019
• Projection shows 120% funded status by fiscal year ending Oct 31, 2027, eliminating unfunded liability
• Sales tax proceeds include $2 million to reduce LAGERS police/fire retirement rates and a reserve for service credit reinstatement
• Cybersecurity: total vulnerabilities mitigated 29.40% in June, 29.92% in July; critical mitigated up 1.69% to 24.66%
• In-progress initiatives: multi-factor authentication, sandbox server, in-person training part 2, and tabletop exercise

City Council

The City Council will discuss infrastructure improvements and land use, including a request to declare property at 1201 S Byers Ave as surplus. The body is also reviewing agreements for utility leasing and a community improvement district termination.

• Agreement with Emery Sapp and Sons Inc. for $1,611,728.52 for Zora Street and Duquesne Road intersection improvements
• Public hearing on Council Bill 2024-507 to terminate the Northpark Lane Community Improvement District
• Request to declare property at 1201 S Byers Ave as surplus (Case No. 027-24)
• Rezoning of 302 S McKinley Ave from Heavy Industrial (M-2) to Two-Family Residential (R-2)
• Proposed land leases to ALLO Communications LLC for sites at 1301 W 2nd Street and 2749 E 30th Street

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will receive updates on ongoing projects and school zones. The agenda also includes discussions regarding street repaving, utility work, and ongoing traffic studies.

• Ongoing projects update
• School zones
• Street repaving and utility work
• Ongoing traffic studies

Airport Board

The Joplin Airport Board will review construction updates for ARFF/SRE and airline load factor trends. The meeting also includes discussions regarding budget items, an explosives detection dog, and the future of JLN.

• ARFF/SRE Construction Update
• Airline Load Factor Update
• Budget Items
• Explosives Detection Dog
• Discussion on the future of JLN

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will discuss the 2024/2025 budget and review progress on various park projects. The meeting also includes monthly reports from recreation, museum, and golf departments.

• 2024/2025 Budget
• DORA Project Update
• Ewert Splash Park Update
• Mercy Park Electrical Upgrade Update
• Joe Becker Stadium HVAC Update

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority will review its financial report and approve minutes from the May 14, 2024, annual meeting. The board will also vote on entering a closed session regarding the leasing, purchase, or sale of real estate.

• Approval of May 14, 2024, annual meeting minutes
• Review of financial report
• Vote to enter closed session for real estate transactions

Joplin Sports Authority

The Joplin Sports Authority Board of Directors will review financial reports for May and June 2024. The agenda includes updates on various sporting event reports and new bids for national championships. The board will also discuss the Hudl Up Group Strategic Plan Process.

• Approval of May and June 2024 financial reports
• Updates on NCCAA, NAIA, and NJCAA sports event bids
• Discussion of the Joplin Sports Hall of Fame for October 3rd, 2024
• Hudl Up Group Strategic Plan Process update

City Council

The Joplin City Council work session scheduled for Monday, July 8, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or decision.

City Council Informal

The City Council will discuss the Marketing & Communications Department Plan. This meeting agenda contains only this single item.

• Marketing & Communications Department Plan

City Council

The Joplin City Council will consider several ordinances regarding infrastructure projects and land use. This includes construction agreements for intersection improvements and a street project, as well as a rezoning request for S McKinley Ave.

• $1,737,743.00 construction agreement for 4" and Murphy Blvd Geometric Improvements
• $1,611,728.52 agreement for Zora Street and Duquesne Road Intersection Improvements
• Rezoning of 302 S McKinley Ave from Heavy Industrial to Two-Family Residential
• Special Use Permit for a Day Care Center at 2231 S Annie Baxter Ave
• $315,717.50 change order for the Mill and Overlay 2023 project

Building Board of Appeals

The Building Board of Appeals will conduct several demolition hearings and progress reports for various properties. The board is also scheduled to hold finding of fact hearings for four new items. One property owner has requested to speak regarding a previous demolition order.

• Demolition hearings and progress reports for addresses including 302 S. Connor Ave, 801 W. 1st St, and 301 S. Winfield Ave
• Finding of fact hearings for 1016 W 19th St, 124 N Maple Ave, 609 Club Ave, and 1828 W 4th St
• Request to speak regarding a previous demolition order for 2621 S Pearl Ave

Police & Firemen's Pension Board

The Police & Firemen's Pension Board will discuss financial reports and receive a Segal Marco update. The board will also approve the minutes from the May 16, 2024, meeting.

• Approval of May 16, 2024, minutes
• Financials review
• Segal Marco update
• Retirements and terminations

City Council

This is a notice of a possible quorum for a street-naming ceremony. It is not a regularly scheduled meeting, and no official city business will be taken.

• Street naming ceremony for "J.D. Love Way" at the corner of Central Avenue and McKee Street

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will discuss preservation training workshops and the Missouri Mainstreet Conference. The agenda also includes a presentation regarding Downtown Now neon signs.

• Missouri Mainstreet Conference discussion
• Preservation training/workshops discussion
• Downtown Now neon signs presentation
• Approval of May 21, 2024 minutes
• Budget review

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will discuss the Missouri Mainstreet Conference and preservation workshops. The agenda also includes a presentation on neon signs and Memorial Hall.

• Budget discussion
• Missouri Mainstreet Conference discussion
• Downtown Now – Neon Signs Presentation
• Memorial Hall discussion

Conventions & Visitors Bureau Advisory Board

The Joplin Convention & Visitors Bureau Advisory Board is reviewing the first set of ten FY25 grant applications. Each applicant will have five minutes to present their request, followed by a Q&A session with board members. This meeting is the first of two scheduled grant review sessions.

• Review of ten FY25 CVB Grant applications
• MO-KAN Dragway Dragster Events 2024 Marketing Campaign 2025
• YOFJ, LLC The Monster Games 2025 Summer 2025
• North Heights Neighborhood North Heights Porchfest 2025
• ProMusica Get Your Kicks on Route 66 Nov 2024 - May 2025

City Council Informal

This meeting provided a quarterly update on downtown Joplin programs, including upcoming seasonal festivals and progress on residential lofts. The presentation also covered retail trends and community feedback regarding safety and local amenities.

• Progress on Pennington and Independent lofts nearing completion
• Updates on the Endangered Properties Program, including Carnegie auction and Pearl Bros sale
• Information on upcoming events such as Downtown Waterfest and Dog Days of Summer
• Discussion regarding a new sign code for downtown Joplin

City Council

The City Council will review several infrastructure contracts, including a large construction agreement for the 4th and Murphy Boulevard project. The agenda also includes multiple rezoning requests and various utility and stormwater improvement projects. Additionally, the council will consider a tax increment financing agreement with Prospect Village, LLC.

• $1,737,743.00 construction contract for 4th and Murphy Blvd Geometric Improvements
• $540,200.00 agreement for Sunnyvale Stormwater Improvements
• Rezoning of property at S McCoy Ave and W 23rd St from R-1 to R-2
• $315,717.50 change order for the Mill and Overlay 2023 project
• TIF funding agreement with Prospect Village, LLC

A General Public Meeting

The Legislative Committee will meet to review its committee charge and MML legislative advocacy items. The meeting also includes discussions regarding I-44 planning and the Redding's Mill Bridge.

• I-44 Planning discussion
• Redding's Mill Bridge discussion
• Review of Committee Charge
• Review of MML Legislative Advocacy Items

City Council

This is a notice regarding a possible quorum for the Legislative Committee Meeting on June 13, 2024. No official city business or actions will be taken during this event.

• No official city business or actions will be taken

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will review progress on various city park projects. Discussions include updates on the Ewert Splash Park, Memorial Hall costing, and Mercy Park electrical upgrades. The board will also address new business regarding Landreth Park equipment and museum HVAC requests.

• Ewert Splash Park update
• Soundgarden equipment at Landreth Park
• Memorial Hall costing analysis update
• Museum HVAC RFQ
• Mercy Park electrical upgrade update

Joplin Re-Development Corporation (353 Commission)

The regular meeting of the Joplin Re-Development Corporation scheduled for June 11, 2024, has been cancelled because there were no action items on the agenda.

Airport Board

The Joplin Regional Airport Board will review bid results for Runway 13/31 reconstruction and receive an update on ARFF/SRE construction. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the FAA Reauthorization Bill and airline service updates.

• Runway 13/31 reconstruction bid results
• ARFF/SRE construction update
• Airline update regarding ORD non-stop service
• FAA Reauthorization Bill discussion
• GA Roundtable Discussion review

City Council

The Council will review five different options for the future of Memorial Hall, ranging from demolition to renovation. Staff will also present recommendations and next steps regarding the implementation of the Homelessness Community Plan.

• $5 million estimated cost for Memorial Hall demolition option
• $8 million estimated cost to stabilize Memorial Hall
• $30 million estimated cost for Memorial Hall renovation
• Proposal to ratify the creation of a Regional Commission on Homelessness

A General Public Meeting

The Action Plan Implementation & Oversight Committee will discuss use tax revenue and expenditures. The meeting also includes updates on the JHAP 2.0 and Minor Home Repair housing programs.

• Use Tax Revenue & Expenditures
• JHAP 2.0 housing program update
• Minor Home Repair program update
• Introduction of Chief Pearson

City Council Informal

The City of Joplin provided an update on the development of the Tin Cup and Grand Falls multi-use trails. The presentation detailed project schedules, existing funding from sales taxes and grants, and identified significant unfunded needs. These paths are designed to connect various trail systems for pedestrians and cyclists.

• Tin Cup Trail bidding is planned for June with completion expected late Spring 2025
• $750,000 ARPA grant approved for the Tin Cup Trail bridge
• Estimated $4,000,000 to $5,000,000 needed for Tin Cup Trail tunnel and extension
• Grand Falls Trail Phase I bidding planned for late Summer or Fall with completion expected Summer 2025
• Estimated $1,250,000 needed for Grand Falls Trail parking and overlook improvements

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on several rezoning ordinances and special use permits. The body is also reviewing engineering contracts for stormwater and wastewater projects and a $500,000 HUD grant application.

• Rezoning requests for SW Corner of W Adobe Ln and S Country Club Dr, 3105 Wisconsin Ave, 108 N St Louis Ave, SW corner of S McCoy Ave and W 23rd St, and 302 S McKinley Ave
• Contract with OWN Engineering, Inc. up to $540,200 for Sunnyvale Stormwater Improvements
• Contract with Allgeier Martin and Associates, Inc. up to $230,000 for Tin Cup Lift Station & Pressure Line Improvements
• Contract with Allgeier Martin and Associates, Inc. up to $175,000 for Turkey Creek WWTP Trickling Filter Replacement
• Resolution to pursue a $500,000 HUD Choice Neighborhood Planning Grant with a $25,000 match

City Council

This document is a notice that City Council members may attend visitation and funeral services for Davy and Natalie Lloyd. It is not a regularly scheduled meeting and no official city business will be conducted.

City Tree Board

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision or discussion.

Building Board of Appeals

The Building Board of Appeals is conducting demolition hearings and progress reports for numerous properties. The board will also hold 'finding of fact' hearings for three specific addresses.

• Demolition hearings for 302 S. Connor Ave, 801-805 W. 1st St, and 301 S. Winfield Ave
• Demolition hearings for 2611, 2617, and 2621 S. Pearl Ave
• Demolition hearings for 1010 W 3rd St and 2131 Nashville Ave
• Finding of fact hearings for 1602 S. Byers Ave, 1402 South St, and 810 Missouri Ave
• Review of a demolition stay for 320 S. Winfield Ave

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss neon sign standards for Downtown Now and preservation training workshops. The body will also review the budget and a council presentation update.

• Neon Sign Standards – Downtown Now
• Preservation Training/Workshops
• Budget review
• Council Presentation Update

Conventions & Visitors Bureau Advisory Board

The Joplin Convention & Visitors Bureau Advisory Board will review the FY2025 Grant Review Schedule and receive a lodging data presentation from Key Data. The board will also receive updates from workgroups regarding grants, reporting, and short-term rentals.

• Virtual presentation from Key Data regarding lodging data
• Review of the FY2025 Grant Review Schedule
• Workgroup update on short-term rentals
• Workgroup update on reporting
• Workgroup update on grants

City Council Informal

The City Council is discussing financial statements and claims experience for employee medical and prescription drug plans. The reports compare projected versus actual income and expenses for 2023 and the first three months of 2024.

• 2023 total income of $6,709,646 and total expenses of $6,576,019
• 2024 year-to-date total income of $1,837,306 and total expenses of $1,711,434
• Total large claims (over $50,000) across all periods totaling $19,636,228
• 2024 year-to-date medical claims totaling $953,993
• 2024 year-to-date prescription drug claims totaling $605,859

City Council

The City Council will review several development proposals and transportation studies. The body is deciding on multiple contracts, zoning changes, and the issuance of taxable industrial development revenue bonds.

• Council Bill 2024-001: Taxable industrial development revenue bonds not to exceed $77,300,000
• Council Bill 2024-452: Health Department communicable disease response contract up to $650,060
• Council Bill 2024-400: Agreement with Joplin Economic Housing Development Initiative up to $352,000
• Rezoning of 904 E 15th St to Commercial (C-3) and 1401 E 33rd St to Multi-Family Residential (R-3)
• Council Bill 2024-361: $4,500 contract with USA Demolition for 3312 S Moffet Ave

Police & Firemen's Pension Board

The board will meet to discuss financial reports and a presentation from Segal. The session also includes reviewing retirements and terminations.

• Review of financials
• Segal invoice
• Segal presentation
• Retirements and termination

Joplin Sports Authority

The Joplin Sports Authority Board of Directors will meet to approve financial reports for March and April 2024. The board will also receive reports on NJCAA Basketball, NJCAA D2 Men’s Golf, and Region XVI Baseball events.

• Approval of March and April 2024 Financial Report
• Reports on NJCAA Basketball, NJCAA D2 Men’s Golf Championship, and Region XVI Baseball
• Discussion of adjusted meeting schedule
• Update from City Council Presentation

Capital Improvements Oversight Sales Tax Committee

The Capital Improvement and Public Safety Sales Tax Oversight Committee will meet to review revenue and expenditures from specific sales taxes. The body will monitor progress on projects funded by Propositions B (2001) and A (2004 and 2006).

• Appointment of a new chairman
• Review of sales and use tax collections and projects
• Approval of February 21, 2024, meeting minutes

Joplin Re-Development Corporation (353 Commission)

The regular meeting scheduled for May 14, 2024, was cancelled because there were no action items.

Industrial Development Authority

The Industrial Development Authority of the City of Joplin is meeting to elect officers and appoint directors. The board will also review financial reports and discuss banking account signatories.

• Appointment of directors and election of officers
• Review and approval of financial reports
• Changes to banking account signatories
• Closed session regarding leasing, purchase, or sale of real estate

City Council

The council is discussing a regional water storage project through the Joint Municipal Utility Commission (JMUC) to secure long-term water supplies. The meeting also includes status updates on FY 2024 key initiatives across city departments and a review of the General Fund budget.

• Proposed $45 million regional water storage contract with the Corps of Engineers
• FY 2024 General Fund revenue projected at $39,729,014 with expenditures at $44,202,952
• Installation of 10 Flock LPR cameras for the Police Department
• Development of a Vacant/Dangerous Building Program anticipated by December 2024
• Implementation of online building permits anticipated by October 2024

Solid Waste Advisory Commission

The commission will review updates on the EPA SWIFR REO Project and the city contract for residential trash and curbside recycling. Members will also discuss the role of the commission and proposed paint legislation.

• EPA SWIFR REO Project update
• City Contract for Residential Trash and Curbside Recycling
• Recycling Center Report
• Proposed Paint Legislation

Airport Board

The board will review updates regarding the FAA Reauthorization Act and airline status. Discussions also include a preconstruction meeting for Runway 13/31 rehabilitation and a hangar audit.

• Runway 13/31 Rehab Preconstruction Meeting
• Hangar Audit / Update Lease Agreement
• FAA Reauthorization Act update
• Future of JLN discussion

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will receive updates on several ongoing park projects and facility upgrades. The board will also discuss new business regarding equipment for Landreth Park and an HVAC request for quotations for the museum.

• Soundgarden equipment at Landreth Park
• Museum HVAC RFQ
• Memorial Hall costing analysis update
• Mercy Park electrical upgrade update
• Joe Becker Stadium HVAC update

A General Public Meeting

The meeting scheduled for May 7, 2024, was cancelled. The agenda listed project updates for the Route 66 Centennial and World Street Painting.

• Route 66 Centennial updates
• World Street Painting (June 4-8)
• Heritage Trail markers for Cox farm, cemetery, and other historic sites
• Iris Tour follow-up
• Route 66 Goes to the Movies

City Council Informal

The City Council is reviewing plans to use federal grants for a three-year recycling education campaign and a study to establish a sustainable regional transportation authority. Additionally, the Joplin Sports Authority provided updates on its strategic plan and upcoming sporting events.

• Proposed RFP for a recycling outreach program funded by a $1,740,000 EPA grant and $615,244 in city funds
• Proposed RFP for a transit program feasibility study funded by a $400,000 FTA grant and $100,000 in city funds
• Joplin Sports Authority strategic plan findings to be presented July 8
• Suggested new JSA board members: Darieus Adams and Mike Clark
• JSA report of 32 scheduled events for FY2024 with an estimated 12,500+ participants

City Council

The City Council will review an industrial development project and several zoning changes. The meeting includes decisions on public health contracts, infrastructure improvements, and multiple property demolition contracts.

• Council Bill 2024-001: Proposed industrial development revenue bonds not to exceed $77,300,000
• Council Bill 2024-113: $1,012,700 contract with G&G Construction Company, Inc. for WWTP improvements
• Council Bill 2024-262: Rezoning 904 E 15th St. to District C-3 (Commercial)
• Council Bill 2024-263: Rezoning 1401 E 33rd St. to District R-3 (Multi-Family Residential)
• Emergency ordinances for demolition at 1826 S Pearl Ave ($5,500), 2633 E 8th St ($4,490), and 1032 S Sergeant Ave ($5,675)

City Council

This is a notice of a possible quorum for the National Day of Prayer event. No official city business will be conducted and no actions will be taken.

A General Public Meeting

The committee will review use tax revenue and expenditures. The meeting includes a meet and greet with the Communications & Marketing Director and discussion of CDFI proposals.

• Review of Use Tax Revenue & Expenditures
• Communications & Marketing Director Meet and Greet
• CDFI Proposals

City Council

This notice is for a possible quorum of the City Council attending an event at Wild Cat Park. No official city business will be conducted and no action will be taken.

• May the Forest Be With You Event at Wild Cat Park (201 W. Riveria)

Building Board of Appeals

The board is reviewing progress reports and holding demolition hearings for numerous properties. Two properties are being referred to the city council for demolition funding approval.

• Demolition funding requests for 320 S Winfield Ave and 1032 S Sergeant Ave
• Demolition hearings for 302 S. Connor Ave and 801, 803 & 805 W. 1st St.
• Demolition hearings for 301 S. Winfield Ave and 117/121 S. Byers Ave
• Demolition hearings for 1010 W 3rd St and 2611, 2617, 2621 S Pearl Ave
• Finding of fact hearings for 2025 S Byers Ave and 1202/1204 S Wall Ave

City Council

This document is a notice that City Council members may attend an Employee Service Award Banquet. No official city business will be conducted and no actions will be taken.

• Employee Service Award Banquet at Elks Lodge (1802 W 26th St)

City Council

This is a notice of a possible quorum for an event on April 25, 2024. No official city business will be conducted and no action will be taken.

• Chamber of Commerce Banquet at MSSU Leggett & Platt Athletic Center

City Council

This is a notice of a possible quorum for an event; it is not a regularly scheduled meeting. No official city business or actions will be taken.

• JPD Awards Banquet at Elks Lodge (1802 W 26th St)

A General Public Meeting

The Joplin Museum Advisory Board will meet to review old and new business. The agenda includes discussions on tours, events, grants, and cataloging.

• Discussion of tours and events
• Discussion of grants
• Discussion of cataloging

Police & Firemen's Pension Board

The board will meet to discuss financial reports and receive updates from GRS and Segal Marco. The session also includes a review of retirements and terminations.

• Financials review
• Actuary update by GRS
• Segal Marco update
• Retirements and termination review

A General Public Meeting

The Environmental Task Force of Jasper and Newton Counties is meeting to review financial reports and air quality data. The board will discuss filling vacant director positions and receive updates from the EPA and the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.

• Payment of $850 to Ramsey Media for website data migration
• Payment of $287.64 for 3-year Go Daddy hosting
• Discussion of 3 vacant director positions across Jasper and Newton Counties
• Update on Carthage PCE Plume from MO Dept. Natural Resources
• Review of ozone and PM 2.5 standard change discussions

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will discuss updates regarding the Union Depot and preservation training for the year. The meeting includes a presentation by Olsson regarding the Downtown Gateway.

• Union Depot update
• Preservation training and workshops for the year
• Neon Sign Standards update approved by Planning and Zoning Commission
• Downtown Gateway presentation by Olsson

Conventions & Visitors Bureau Advisory Board

The Joplin Convention & Visitors Bureau Advisory Board will meet to approve March minutes and conduct business discussions. The board will break into small workgroups to address specific topics. These topics include short-term rentals, reporting, and a grant.

• Workgroup on Short-term Rentals
• Workgroup on Reporting
• Workgroup on Grant

City Council Informal

The City Council received an executive maturity summary report detailing cybersecurity progress and vulnerability management. The meeting included a review of the City of Joplin Incident Response Plan, which defines roles and procedures for handling security breaches.

• Incident Response Plan outlining roles for IT Director, SOC Manager, NW Administrator, Legal Counsel, and PIO
• April Security Operations Center report showing 35.55% of total vulnerabilities mitigated
• Report of 35 laptop computers and supplies acquired
• Approval of Acceptable Use, Password, Antivirus, and Training and Awareness policies
• Current initiatives including Sandbox Server and Admin Level Multi-Factor Authentication

City Council

The City Council will discuss a proposed Justice Center and the Ewert Splash Park. The body is deciding on several infrastructure contracts, zoning changes, and a broadband development agreement.

• Agreement with G&G Construction Company, Inc. for $1,012,700.00 for Miscellaneous WWTP Improvements 2024
• Development Agreement with ALLO Missouri, LLC to construct a fiber optic network
• Rezoning of NW Corner of E 26th St and S Virginia Ave from R-1 to C-3
• Rezoning of 1921 S St Louis Ave from R-1 to R-2
• Intent to pursue a $600,000.00 TAP Grant for the 7th Street Sidewalks Project

City Council

The City Council is meeting to vote on entering a closed session. This session pertains to legal action, litigation, and privileged communications with attorneys.

• Vote to enter closed session regarding legal action and litigation pursuant to Section 610.021 (1) RSMo

Airport Board

The Joplin Airport Board will meet to discuss the future of JLN and provide updates on construction and airline contracts. The agenda includes discussions on advertising and a market research survey from the Joplin CVB.

• ARFF/SRE Construction update
• 3-Year DOT/SkyWest EAS Contract update
• FAA Reauthorization Act debate
• Joplin CVB Market Research Survey
• Future of JLN discussion

Joplin Re-Development Corporation (353 Commission)

The regular meeting scheduled for April 9, 2024, was cancelled because there were no action items.

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to receive the official report of the April 2, 2024, General Municipal Election. The body will administer Oaths of Office to newly elected members and elect the 2024-2026 Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem.

• Official report of the April 2, 2024, General Municipal Election
• Swearing in of newly elected council members
• Election of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem for 2024-2026

A General Public Meeting

The committee will discuss use tax revenue and expenditures and the CDFI bid. The meeting also includes updates regarding park rangers and an introduction to Chief Pearson.

• Use Tax Revenue & Expenditures
• CDFI Bid Discussion
• Park Ranger Update/Meet & Greet
• Introduction to Chief Pearson

City Council Informal

The City Council is reviewing a report from the Joplin Police Department regarding crime and traffic trends from 2022 to 2023. The data covers violent crime, property crime, traffic crashes, and calls for service.

• Total combined reduction in violent and property crime of 5.32% from 2022 to 2023
• Traffic crashes decreased by 5.16% from 2022 to 2023
• Calls for service increased by 18.9% from 2022 to 2023
• Traffic stops increased by 46% from 2022 to 2023
• Slight increase in DWI and Narcotics Arrests from 2022 to 2023

A General Public Meeting

The City Council will review updates on several Route 66 initiatives and upcoming events. The agenda includes discussions regarding heritage trail markers and a scheduled street painting project.

• World Street Painting, June 4-8
• Heritage Trail Markers dedication and future projects
• Route 66 Goes to the Movies
• Iris Tour, April 20

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on three rezoning requests and vote on several emergency demolition contracts. The body is also considering a development agreement for a citywide fiber optic broadband network and an amended work authorization for interceptor improvements.

• Development Agreement with ALLO Missouri, LLC for a citywide fiber optic network
• Rezoning of NE Corner of 15th St and Missouri Ave from Neighborhood Commercial to Heavy Industrial
• Rezoning of NW Corner of E 26 St and S Virginia Ave from Single-Family Residential to Commercial
• Demolition contracts: 909 W A St ($4,800), 1209 S Iowa Ave ($4,200), 509 N Byers Ave ($7,329), and 2411 W Highland Ave ($3,000)
• Amended work authorization with Olsson, Inc. for Glendale Parallel Interceptor Improvements up to $37,000

Joplin Area Transportation Study Organization

The Policy Board will consider amendments to the Transportation Improvement Program and the Unified Planning Work Program. Members will also discuss transit funding and the MO Highway 171/MO Highway 249 Corridor.

• Safe Streets for All Plan presentation by CJW
• Amendment to FY 2024 Unified Planning Work Program for Origin and Destination Study
• Proposed Long-Range Transit Funding Plan via Areas of Persistent Poverty Grant Program
• Proposed funding for Metro Area Public Transit System (MAPS) operations, maintenance, and vehicles
• Discussion of MO Highway 171/MO Highway 249 Corridor

A General Public Meeting

The committee is meeting to review city updates regarding polling locations and public speaking. The agenda also includes updates from the Chamber and other committee reports.

• City updates on polling locations
• City updates on public speaking

City Tree Board

The City Tree Board is meeting to review the Downtown Tree Replacement Project and the Tree Planting and Maintenance Policy. The board will also discuss an update to the on-call arborist tree inventory and plans for Arbor/Earth Day.

• Downtown Tree Replacement Project
• Tree Planting and Maintenance Policy
• On-Call Arborist Tree Inventory Update
• Arbor Day Proclamation
• Tree Mulching Work Meeting for May 2024

City Council

The City Council may attend a Council Candidate Forum on March 25, 2024. This is not a regularly scheduled meeting, and no official city business will be conducted.

• Council Candidate Forum event from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM

Building Board of Appeals

The Building Board of Appeals will review progress reports and hold demolition hearings for multiple properties. The board will also conduct finding of fact hearings for four new items and hear from a property owner regarding a previous demolition order.

• Demolition hearings for 23 properties, including 302 S. Connor Ave and 2611 S. Pearl Ave
• Finding of fact hearings for 220 N. Byers Ave, 512 S. Cox Ave, 1711 W. A St, and 1617 S. Ohio Ave
• Owner request to speak regarding a demolition order for 1032 S. Sergeant Ave
• Review of minutes from the February 23, 2024 meeting

Police & Firemen's Pension Board

The board will meet to discuss financial reports and review invoices from Segal Marco and GRS. The agenda also includes a presentation from JPMorgan and a review of retirements and terminations.

• Invoice-Segal Marco
• Invoice-GRS
• JPMorgan Presentation
• Retirements and Termination

A General Public Meeting

The committee is meeting to review city and chamber updates. The agenda consists of procedural items and status reports.

• Polling locations update
• Public speaking update

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will meet to review the budget and discuss preservation training and workshops. The agenda also includes an update on neon sign standards.

• Budget review
• Preservation training and workshops discussion
• Neon sign standards update

Conventions & Visitors Bureau Advisory Board

The Joplin Convention & Visitors Bureau Advisory Board is meeting to review grant guidelines for fiscal year 2025. The board will also receive updates on the Visitor Profile and the World Street Painting Festival.

• Review of FY25 Grant Guidelines
• Visitor Profile project update
• World Street Painting Festival project update

Industrial Development Authority

The Board of Directors will meet to approve minutes from the January 18, 2024, special meeting. The board will also vote to enter a closed session to discuss real estate transactions and privileged communications with its attorney.

• Approval of January 18, 2024, special meeting minutes
• Closed session regarding leasing, purchase, or sale of real estate
• Closed session regarding privileged communications with attorney

City Council Informal

The EPA presented a status update regarding the Oronogo-Duenweg Mining Belt Superfund Site. The presentation covered updated soil lead guidance, site boundary expansions, and the status of five Operable Units focused on waste, residential yards, groundwater, and the watershed.

• Updated residential soil lead screening levels lowered from 400 ppm to 200 ppm (100 ppm in specific scenarios)
• Superfund site boundary expanded to cover the entire county
• Plan to remediate ~1.5 million cubic yards of mine waste in Joplin, Carterville, Carl Junction, Oronogo, and Duenweg
• Provision of alternate water to approximately 15 residences due to groundwater contamination
• Upcoming Wilson Lake Pilot Study to measure flow from mineshafts for a potential treatment facility

City Council

The City Council will review a construction agreement for the Glendale Parallel Interceptor - Lower Reach project and a sewer rate study. The meeting includes presentations on sales tax, a homelessness strategic plan, and a capital improvement sales tax renewal.

• Council Bill 2024-101: Construction agreement with Rosetta Construction, LLC for $2,550,624.00 for the Glendale Parallel Interceptor - Lower Reach project
• Council Bill 2024-111: Agreement with Burns and McDonnell, Inc. for $68,426 for the 2025 Sewer Rate Study
• Council Bill 2024-258: Ordinance to vacate part of an alley at the SE Corner of 32nd St and Connecticut Ave.
• Council Bill 2024-257: Rezoning of property at the SW Corner of 20th and Prosperity Ave. from District C-3 (Commercial) to District M-2 (Heavy Industrial)
• Council Bill 2024-609: Ordinance enacting Section 82-200 regarding Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will meet to review updates on ongoing projects and traffic studies. The body will also discuss information regarding the Capital Improvement Sales Tax Renewal and school zones.

• Capital Improvement Sales Tax Renewal information
• School zones discussion
• Ongoing projects update
• Ongoing traffic studies

Airport Board

The Joplin Airport Board will meet to discuss the future of JLN and review the groundbreaking for ARFF/SRE construction. The board will also review GA hangar audits and hay bid results.

• ARFF/SRE Construction groundbreaking
• GA Hangar Audit
• Hay Bid Results
• Airline Update recommendation sent to DOT

Joplin Sports Authority

The Board of Directors will review the February financial report and minutes from the February 7 meeting. The agenda also includes an event report regarding NJCAA Basketball.

• Approval of February 7, 2024, minutes
• Approval of February Financial Report
• NJCAA Basketball event report
• Consent packages on bank signatures

Parks & Recreation Board

The board will discuss the approval of a new sculpture at Mercy Park and outdoor games at Cunningham Park. Members will receive updates on several ongoing park infrastructure projects and 2024 pool staffing.

• New sculpture approval at Mercy Park
• Outdoor games at Cunningham Park
• DORA Project update
• Ewert Splash Park update
• Joe Becker Stadium HVAC update

A General Public Meeting

The Capital Improvement Sales Tax Committee is meeting to review updates from the city and the Chamber. The agenda consists of procedural reports and updates on signage and public speaking.

• Signage update
• Public speaking update
• Chamber updates

Joplin Re-Development Corporation (353 Commission)

The regular meeting scheduled for March 12, 2024, was cancelled. The agenda states there were no action items.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a Development Agreement and Right-of-Way Agreement with ALLO Fiber to construct a citywide fiber optic network. The project aims to provide high-quality broadband to substantially all residents, businesses, and anchor institutions using public rights-of-way.

• City contribution of $4,050,000 for network construction
• Contract with ALLO Fiber for a 24-month period of performance
• Requirement for a minimum of 30% buried fiber infrastructure
• 36-month price freeze on 1 Gig residential broadband service tier
• Expenditure deadline of August 31, 2026, for eligible expenses

A General Public Meeting

The Missouri Route 66 Centennial Commission is meeting to review committee updates and tour findings. The session includes a presentation from Great River Engineering regarding the Corridor Management Plan for Route 66.

• Special Event Grant Program updates
• Planning for Special Centennial Events in 2026
• Discussion of Selfie Signs and Tour Stops
• Presentation by Jerany Jackson of Great River Engineering
• Review of County Commissioner Tour findings

A General Public Meeting

The Joplin Museum Advisory Board is meeting to review old and new business. Discussions include exhibit planning and grant opportunities.

• Smithsonian Exhibit Planning
• Grants
• JHS Deaccession
• Cataloging
• Tours and events

A General Public Meeting

The Amended Action Plan Implementation & Oversight Committee is meeting to review use tax revenue and expenditures. The body will also discuss the downtown streetscape.

• Use tax revenue and expenditures
• Downtown streetscape

City Council

City Council members may attend a groundbreaking event for the ARFF Facility at the Joplin Regional Airport. This is not a regularly scheduled meeting and no official city business will be conducted.

• ARFF Facility Groundbreaking at Joplin Regional Airport (new tower location off Colonial Drive)

A General Public Meeting

The Capital Improvement Sales Tax Committee is meeting to review city updates regarding signage and public speaking. The body will also receive updates from the Chamber and the Committee.

• City update on signage
• City update on public speaking
• Chamber updates
• Committee updates

A General Public Meeting

The body is meeting to discuss upcoming city events and commemorative markers. The agenda focuses on planning for the city's birthday and the Route 66 Centennial.

• Joplin's 151st Birthday on March 23, 2024
• Route 66 Centennial planning updates
• Heritage Trail Markers
• 2024 Events Discussion

City Council Informal

City staff provided progress updates on various transportation, stormwater, and sanitary sewer projects. The meeting included a detailed report on the installation status of streetlights across multiple priority zones.

• Glendale Parallel Interceptor – Lower Reach contract ($3,000,000) sent to Council March 4
• Connecticut Widening 32nd to I-44 construction contract: $3,776,349
• 32nd Street Widening contract: $8,187,130.29 (substantially complete)
• Zora Improvements—Range Line to MO249 budget: $9,000,000
• Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) Facility budget: $6,911,000 (SRE $2,170,000)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several infrastructure contracts, budget amendments, and zoning changes. The meeting includes a presentation on Police Department 2024 goals and a public hearing on alleyway and zoning ordinances.

• Construction agreement with Rosetta Construction, LLC for $2,550,624.00 for the Glendale Parallel Interceptor - Lower Reach project
• Agreement with Satterlee Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning Co. for $597,756.00 for Justice Center Water Line Replacement
• Agreement with Burns and McDonnell, Inc. for $68,426 for the 2025 Sewer Rate Study project
• Council Bill 2024-257 to change zoning from Commercial (C-3) to Heavy Industrial (M-2) at SW Corner of 20th and Prosperity Ave.
• Council Bill 2024-609 to enact a new section regarding Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance

A General Public Meeting

The Capital Improvement Sales Tax Committee is meeting to review city updates regarding signage and public speaking. The body will also receive updates from the Chamber and other committees.

• Signage update
• Public speaking update
• Chamber updates
• Committee updates

Building Board of Appeals

The Building Board of Appeals will review progress reports and hold demolition hearings for numerous properties. The board will also conduct finding of fact hearings for three specific addresses.

• Demolition hearings for 130 S. Moffet Ave, 302 S. Connor Ave, and 306 1/2 S. Connor Ave
• Demolition hearings for 301 S. Winfield Ave and 1116 S. Jackson Ave
• Demolition hearings for 911 W B St, 117 S. Byers Ave, and 121 S. Byers Ave
• Finding of fact hearings for 3312 S Moffet Ave, 902 S Sergeant Ave, and 1822 S Indiana Ave
• Demolition hearings for multiple properties on S Pearl Ave including 2611, 2617, 2621, and 217 S Pearl Ave

ADA Accessibility Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Joplin ADA Accessibility Committee on February 21, 2024, was cancelled. No business was conducted or decided.

Capital Improvements Oversight Sales Tax Committee

The Capital Improvement and Public Safety Sales Tax Oversight Committee will meet to review the collection and expenditure of sales tax revenue. The committee monitors progress on projects funded by Propositions B (2001) and A (2004 and 2006).

• Review of sales and use tax collections and projects
• Approval of November 15, 2023, meeting minutes

City Council Informal

Staff are seeking council direction to establish a formal banner program to manage 162 existing poles. The proposal includes contracting out printing and installation and creating a cost-recovery fee structure for users.

• Proposal to release a Request for Services for banner installation and maintenance
• Identification of 162 banner poles across eight locations, including Main Street and Broadway/East Town
• Estimated costs for new brackets and banners: $8,074 for 20th St. and $12,996 for Broadway Avenue
• Proposed creation of a review team including Planning, Public Works, and community groups
• Standard bracket costs cited at $225 for single mounts and $400 for double mounts

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review the budget and plan business for the year. The body will also address updates to neon sign standards.

• Review of January 16, 2024 minutes
• Budget discussion
• Neon Sign Standards Update

Conventions & Visitors Bureau Advisory Board

The Joplin Convention & Visitors Bureau Advisory Board is meeting to discuss the management and regulations of short-term rentals. The board will also receive updates on specific tourism projects and the event calendar.

• City of Joplin Short-Term Rental regulations and management
• Visitor Profile project update
• World Street Painting Festival project update
• NJCAA, D-II, Women’s Basketball Championship project update

A General Public Meeting

The Capital Improvement Sales Tax Committee is meeting to receive updates from the city and the Chamber. Discussions include sales and property tax charts, signage, and final presentation updates.

• Review of Sales & Property Tax Charts
• Signage update
• Public speaking update
• Final presentation update

City Council

The City Council will review several emergency ordinances, including infrastructure contracts and budget adjustments. The meeting also includes presentations from the State Auditor's Office and regarding Essential Air Service bid results.

• Contract with Municipal Pipe Tool Company, LLC for $3,618,369.07 for ARPA Sanitary Sewer Renovations
• Contract with SWT Design for $691,845.70 for Dover Outdoor Recreational Area Bicycle Park engineering
• MoDOT grants totaling $227,258.00 for DWI enforcement and pedestrian safety
• Contract with R.E. Smith Construction Company for $419,000.00 for City Hall interior renovations
• Rezoning of 2012 W 2nd St from Heavy Industrial (M-2) to Multi-Family Residential (R-3)

A General Public Meeting

The Joplin Museum Advisory Board is meeting to discuss museum operations and planning. The agenda includes items regarding grants, cataloging, and the planning of a Smithsonian exhibit.

• Smithsonian Exhibit Planning
• Grants
• JHS Deaccession
• Cataloging
• Tours and events

Police & Firemen's Pension Board

The board will meet to discuss financial reports and receive an update from Segal Marco. The session includes the review of retirements and terminations.

• Financials review
• Segal Marco update
• Retirements and terminations

A General Public Meeting

The committee is meeting to discuss city and chamber updates regarding a capital improvement sales tax. Discussions include project signage, education mailers, and social media updates.

• Review of education mailer
• Review of asset lists
• Chamber Board presentation
• PAC update

City Council

The City of Joplin is reviewing a final report from Matrix Consulting Group regarding departmental staffing and service levels. The report identifies high vacancy rates and a lack of formal performance targets as primary obstacles to service delivery.

• Recommendation to add a Management Analyst and four communications positions (Director, two Specialists, and a webmaster)
• Proposal for a Purchasing Coordinator and an Accountant I in the Finance Department
• Recommendation to add a Training Coordinator and a Risk Manager to Human Resources
• Proposal to add a Deputy IT Director and an IT Analyst
• Recommendation to add four laborer positions to Parks Maintenance and two Laborer I positions to the Cemetery workforce

City Council

City Council members may attend an event with Chief Pearson and the NAACP on February 10, 2024. The notice states that no official city business will be conducted and no action will be taken.

• NAACP Meet & Greet with Chief Pearson at the Boys & Girls Club (417 Comingo Ave)

Airport Board

The Joplin Airport Board will meet to discuss the groundbreaking for ARFF/SRE construction. The board will also review an FAA inspection and the JLN ACIP.

• ARFF/SRE Construction groundbreaking
• FAA Inspection
• JLN ACIP
• Discussion on the future of JLN

Joplin Sports Authority

The Joplin Sports Authority Board of Directors will meet to review financial reports and upcoming events. The board is scheduled to discuss new business regarding the NJCAA and People’s Bank of Seneca.

• Approval of January 11, 2024, minutes
• Approval of January Financial Report
• Discussion of NJCAA – People’s Bank of Seneca

A General Public Meeting

The Action Plan Implementation & Oversight Committee is meeting to discuss use tax expenditures and the scope and budget for a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI). The body will also review contractual services for JHAP, Minor Home Repair, and demolition.

• Use Tax Revenue & Expenditures
• CDFI Scope and Budget review
• Contractual Services for JHAP
• Contractual Services for Minor Home Repair & Demo
• Update on Action Plans

A General Public Meeting

The Capital Improvement Sales Tax Committee will meet to review previous minutes and discuss social media efforts. The body will also receive an update on fundraising.

• Discussion of social media effort
• Update on fundraising

A General Public Meeting

The body is meeting to discuss planning for the Route 66 Centennial and USA 250. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the Joplin Birthday on March 23, 2024.

• March 23, 2024, Joplin Birthday
• Route 66 Centennial discussion
• USA 250 discussion

City Council

City Council members may attend an event regarding the ARPA Stormwater Project (Group A) at the Joplin Library. This is not a regularly scheduled meeting and no official city business will be conducted.

• ARPA Stormwater Project (Group A) event at 1901 E. 20th Street

City Council Informal

The Joplin Sports Authority presented its FY 2023 financial audit and economic impact results. The meeting also included presentations from Higher Society and Vita Nova Village regarding homeless relocation and tiny home housing initiatives.

• FY 2023 Economic Impact: $6,889,265 total impact from 31 events
• FY 2023 Financial Audit: Reported as a clean bill of health with no findings
• Vita Nova Village: $250,000 pledged for first five tiny homes at the Byers site
• Higher Society: Reported assisting 10 individuals in relocating since March 2023
• FY 2024 Schedule: Over 30 events planned, including NJCAA and MSHSAA championships

City Council

The City Council will discuss several infrastructure contracts, including a water line replacement and city hall interior renovations. The meeting also includes public hearings on rezoning, annexation, and a street name change.

• Justice Center Water Line Replacement contract with Satterlee Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning Co. for $597,756.00
• Interior Renovations at Joplin City Hall contract with R.E. Smith Construction Company for $419,000.00
• Rezoning of 2012 W 2nd St from Heavy Industrial (M-2) to Multi-Family Residential (R-3)
• Renaming S McKee Avenue from E 3rd Street to E Central Street to 'JD Love Way'
• Mercy Park Electrical Improvement services contract for $365,726

City Council

This notice announces a possible quorum of the City Council at a graduation ceremony and ribbon cutting. No official city business will be conducted and no actions will be taken.

• Fire Station #7 Ribbon Cutting Open House at 6720 East 30th Street

A General Public Meeting

The Capital Improvement Sales Tax Committee is meeting to review proposed project prioritization and a draft citizen presentation. The body will also receive an update on community education opportunities.

• Review of proposed project prioritization
• Review of draft citizen presentation
• Update on community education opportunities

Building Board of Appeals

The Building Board of Appeals will review progress reports and hold demolition hearings for 21 properties. The board will also conduct finding of fact hearings for seven additional properties.

• Demolition hearings for 130 S. Moffet Ave, 302 S. Connor Ave, and 306 1/2 S. Connor Ave
• Demolition hearings for 801, 803 & 805 W. 1st St and 301 S. Winfield Ave
• Demolition hearings for 1116 S. Jackson Ave and 911 W B St
• Finding of fact hearings for 1032 S. Sergeant Ave and 2633 E 8th St
• Finding of fact hearings for 2611, 2617, and 2621 S. Pearl Ave

City Council

Members of the City Council may attend a public meeting regarding the 20th Street Widening project. This is not a regularly scheduled meeting and no official city business action will be taken.

• Public Meeting - 20th Street Widening

Industrial Development Authority

The Board of Directors will meet to approve previous minutes and elect a new secretary. The board will also vote on entering a closed session regarding real estate transactions.

• Election of new secretary
• Closed session vote regarding leasing, purchase, or sale of real estate

Police & Firemen's Pension Board

The board will meet to review financial reports and process a retirement. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as the approval of previous minutes.

• Retirement of Scott Hubler (Fire Department)
• Review of financials

A General Public Meeting

The board is reviewing the 2024 annual budget and financial reports. Members are discussing vacant director positions and the appointment of a new student board member. The meeting includes updates on air quality data and ozone standards.

• Approval of annual budget for 2024
• Payment of $862.00 for annual Director's insurance
• Appointment of Kevin Emery as Jasper County Director
• Officer nominations: Craig Kreman (President), Bob Hockman (Vice President), Dan Pekarek (Secretary/Treasurer)
• Review of air quality data from Alba and Miami sites

City Council Informal

The City Council discussed a policy review regarding cybersecurity training and acceptable usage. The body also received an implementation update on the Time Clock Plus (TCP) time and attendance system.

• Review of Acceptable Usage, Password, and Anti-virus policies provided by RAVENii Cybersecurity Training
• Update on Time Clock Plus (TCP) implementation, currently in the System Setup Phase
• Proposed cybersecurity requirements including annual training and phishing campaigns
• Password policy guidelines requiring changes at least every six months

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to review the budget and discuss several preservation projects. The agenda includes updates on the Union Depot and a meeting regarding downtown neon signs.

• Downtown Neon Signs Meeting
• Union Depot Update
• CLG Application
• Budget review
• HPC Business for the Year

Conventions & Visitors Bureau Advisory Board

The advisory board will review several project updates including tourism venue needs and marketing strategies. The meeting also includes the approval of December 2023 minutes and a review of the 2024 meeting schedule.

• Tourism Venue Needs Assessment update
• Paradise Advertising Marketing Strategy update
• Visitor Profile update
• World Street Painting Festival update

A General Public Meeting

The Capital Improvement Sales Tax Committee will meet to recap a Council presentation and hold a discussion regarding education.

• Recap of Council presentation
• Discussion of education

City Council

The City Council is deciding on a special election to extend a capital improvements sales tax for 12 years. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure contracts and a property acquisition.

• Council Bill 2024-501: Proposed April 2, 2024 special election to extend a 3/8ths of 1% Capital Improvements Sales Tax for 12 years
• Council Bill 2024-601: $365,726 contract with Joplin Industrial Electric Company for Mercy Park Electrical Improvements
• Council Bill 2024-602: $211,502 contract with Joplin Industrial Electric Company for Joe Becker Stadium Improvements
• Council Bill 2024-104: $95,000 agreement with Allgeier Martin and Associates Inc. for Joplin WWTP Improvements 2024
• Council Bill 2024-250: Approval of property acquisition at 3031 N Arizona Ave

City Council

This notice is for a possible quorum of the City Council attending an event at the MSSU Ron Richard Athletic Center. No official city business will be conducted and no action will be taken.

Joplin Sports Authority

The Board of Directors will meet to approve financial reports and the annual audit. The meeting includes a presentation from the Huddle Up Group regarding the organization's strategic plan.

• Approval of December Financial Report
• Audit Approval and Form 990 Approval
• Strategic Plan presentation by Huddle Up Group

Airport Board

The Joplin Airport Board will meet to discuss the future of JLN and a grant for MAFT. The board will also review the status of a DOT RFP for commercial air service and the ARFF/SRE construction timeline.

• Commercial Air Service DOT RFP status
• ARFF/SRE construction timeline
• ARPA Grant for MAFT
• Discussion on the future of JLN

A General Public Meeting

The Action Plan Implementation & Oversight Committee will discuss use tax revenues and expenditures. The body will also receive updates on broadband, housing, and specific capital projects.

• Use Tax Revenue & Expenditures
• Broadband/Housing update
• Capital project update for 4th & Murphy
• Capital project update for 10th & Main

Parks & Recreation Board

The board is meeting to receive updates on several ongoing park projects and discuss new business. Discussion items include HVAC for Joe Becker Stadium and a request for quotes regarding Memorial Hall costing.

• Joe Becker Stadium HVAC
• Memorial Hall Costing RFQ
• DORA Project update
• Ewert Splash Park update
• Main Street tree removal and planting update

A General Public Meeting

The scheduled meeting for January 9, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided by the committee at this time.

Joplin Re-Development Corporation (353 Commission)

The regular meeting scheduled for January 9, 2024, has been cancelled. The agenda states there are no action items.

A General Public Meeting

The city is holding a public meeting to present the goals, activities, and proposed allocations of the 2024 Entitlement Program Action Plan. This plan will be submitted to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. A 30-day public comment period begins the day after the meeting.

• Presentation of 2024 Entitlement Program Action Plan proposed allocations
• Homeless Coalition committee reports and agency updates

City Council

City Council is reviewing a prioritized list of infrastructure projects for a proposed sales tax renewal. A Citizen's Committee has provided a ranked list of projects to be compared with Council rankings. The final project list is intended for a voter election on April 2, 2024.

• Projected ten-year sales tax resources of $78.4 million
• Total project needs estimated at nearly $263 million
• Proposed non-discretionary projects totaling $44.75 million
• High-cost discretionary projects including Memorial Hall Repairs ($30 million) and St Louis Ave: Zora to Hwy 171 ($20.92 million)
• Proposed voter election for sales tax renewal on April 2, 2024

A General Public Meeting

The Capital Improvement Sales Tax Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes and review a presentation for the City Council. The committee will hold a discussion regarding the presentation.

• Review of Council Presentation

City Council Informal

The City Council is reviewing requests to apply for two grants. One is for a Mobile Aircraft Fire Trainer to provide regional ARFF training, and the other is for the RAISE grant to fund roadwork on 20th Street.

• Request to apply for CIIEG grant for a Mobile Aircraft Fire Trainer estimated at $500,000.00
• Request to execute a $77,000.00 change order with AMA for a BCA and NEPA Environmental Review to apply for the RAISE grant
• Proposed road improvements for 20th Street from Schifferdecker to State Line Road

City Council

The City Council will discuss several emergency ordinances including infrastructure projects and demolition contracts. The body is also considering a deannexation of property at 3031 N Arizona Ave and a new step pay plan for city positions.

• Contract with Emery Sapp and Sons Inc. for $374,887.76 for East Town Sidewalks 2023
• Contract with Joplin Industrial Electric Co., Inc. for $299,044.00 for Justice Center Electrical Upgrades
• Deannexation of property located at 3031 N Arizona Ave
• Demolition contracts with USA Demolition for 926 S Chestnut Ave ($5,495) and 1202 S Jackson Ave ($4,395)
• Agreement with Higginbotham Inc. for insurance brokering services not to exceed $60,000 per year