Moberly public meetings in 2025
96 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Downtown CID
The Downtown Moberly Community Improvement District Board of Directors will meet to discuss insurance renewals and fund allocations. The board is considering resolutions to spend funds on downtown promotion and recreational activities.
- Amended Resolution No. 2025-25: Ratifying acceptance of insurance coverage renewal
- Resolution No. 2025-26: Allocating funds for downtown promotion
- Resolution No. 2025-27: Allocating funds for downtown recreational activity
The Downtown Moberly Community Improvement District Board approved a resolution to renew insurance coverage (Resolution No. 2025-25). It also adopted resolutions to allocate funds for downtown promotion (Resolution No. 2025-26) and for seasonal skate‑rink operations (Resolution No. 2025-27). All three measures passed unanimously.
- Approved Resolution No. 2025-25 to ratify acceptance of insurance renewal proposal (3‑0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2025-26 allocating funds for downtown promotion expenditures (3‑0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2025-27 allocating funds for downtown recreational activity, specifically the seasonal skate rink (3‑0)
- Approved agenda for the meeting (3‑0)
- Approved minutes of the November 19, 2025 meeting (3‑0)
- Adjourned the meeting (4‑0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a final development plan for Angel’s Landing Plat 5. The project is located off Shepherd Brothers Blvd in an R-3/PD zone.
- Public hearing for Angel’s Landing Plat 5 development plan submitted by Nate Kohl on behalf of Larry Schnell
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved its meeting agenda and the October 27, 2025 minutes, both unanimously. It then approved the preliminary development plan for 1200 E Logan St., converting 12 lots into 9 lots within the R‑1 district. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved October 27, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved preliminary development plan for 1200 E Logan St., 9 lots (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
City Council
The council adopted five resolution bills authorizing a DOJ bulletproof‑vest grant for the police, filter‑valve upgrades for the water plant, a sewer‑easement clearing contract with Krog Holdings, a change order for wayfinding signage with Arcturis, and a requisition certificate for equipment‑share tax‑abatement costs. It also approved ordinances covering a liquor‑license exemption, bid‑procedure changes for used equipment, a continuing law‑enforcement education agreement, and industrial water‑quality limits. Additionally, the council appropriated $2,346,937.83 from the city treasury to cover expenses incurred between Nov. 26 and Dec. 11, 2025. All votes were 4‑0 with one member absent.
- Adopted Resolution authorizing police department DOJ bulletproof vest partnership grant (4‑0)
- Adopted Resolution accepting Hydro‑Kinetics proposal for water‑plant filter valve upgrades (4‑0)
- Adopted Resolution awarding sewer‑easement clearing contract to Krog Holdings, LLC (4‑0)
- Adopted Resolution authorizing change order with Arcturis, Inc. for wayfinding signage (4‑0)
- Adopted Resolution authorizing city manager requisition certificate for equipment‑share Chapter 100 tax‑abatement costs (4‑0)
- Adopted Ordinance exempting the city from Section 311.2026 liquor‑license provisions (4‑0)
- Adopted Ordinance amending City Code §2‑433 to allow used‑vehicle/equipment purchases (4‑0)
- Adopted Ordinance appropriating $2,346,937.83 from treasury for recent expenses (4‑0)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Special Road District
The Moberly Special Road District board will meet to approve the minutes of the October meeting, review and approve the bills to be paid, and review and approve the financial statements. The superintendent will report on road grading, completion of bridge work on Sinnock (2320), and guard‑rail installation. Old business will be discussed and an annual employee review will be conducted.
- Approve minutes of the October 9, 2025 meeting
- Review and approve bills to be paid
- Review and approve financial statements
- Superintendent’s report on bridge work at Sinnock (2320) and guard‑rail installation
- Annual employee review
Historic Preservation Committee
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a regular meeting to review minutes and administrative applications. The agenda consists of procedural items and reports if available.
The commission approved the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting. It approved an application to redo the outside sign at 400 W. Reed for Mario Ercibano‑Depot Dinner. It also approved a remodeling application for 319 W. Reed. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved October 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved 400 W. Reed sign project (unanimous)
- Approved 319 W. Reed remodeling project (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Moberly City Council unanimously adopted several resolutions, including a $1,075,921.46 appropriation for November expenses and bids for 911 software and a Fox Park parking‑lot change order. It also accepted three infill‑development proposals from Pretz Contracting LLC and passed an ordinance authorizing a cooperative agreement with that developer. The council approved the Consent Agenda and adjourned the meeting.
- Approved $1,075,921.46 appropriation from treasury (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution R1924 accepting Motorola Solutions bid for 911 software (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution R1925 accepting second change order with L & J Development for Fox Park parking lot (5-0)
- Accepted infill development proposal for 709 Benson St. by Pretz Contracting LLC (5-0)
- Accepted infill development proposal for 711 Benson St. by Pretz Contracting LLC (5-0)
- Accepted infill development proposal for 526 Hagood St. by Pretz Contracting LLC (5-0)
- Adopted ordinance authorizing cooperative agreement for infill development with Pretz Contracting LLC (5-0)
- Approved motion to read the Consent Agenda (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The council voted to approve the meeting agenda and then adjourned to a work session. Both motions passed with unanimous support. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Adjourned to work session (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Downtown CID
The Downtown Moberly Community Improvement District Board will meet to approve assistance awards for private property improvements and discuss 2026 car cruise events. The meeting will also consider resolutions directing reimbursements.
- Approval of 36th and 38th rounds of private property improvement awards
- Consideration of reimbursement under a master development agreement
- Discussion of 2026 Car Cruise Events
- Meeting location: Council Conference Room, 101 West Reed Street
- Meeting date: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 3:30 PM
The board approved the meeting agenda and the October 15, 2025 minutes. It adopted Amended Resolution No. 2025-19, Resolution No. 2025-23, and Resolution No. 2025-24, each authorizing assistance award programs or reimbursement. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved agenda (4-0)
- Approved October 15, 2025 minutes (4-0)
- Adopted Amended Resolution No. 2025-19 (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2025-23 (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2025-24 (4-0)
- Adjourned meeting (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Friends of the Park
The group will approve minutes from the August 13, 2025 meeting. They will review a $1,000 bench donation and discuss the foundation overview and bylaws. Additional items include other business and membership matters.
- Approve minutes from August 13, 2025 meeting
- Consider $1,000 bench donation
- Review foundation overview
- Review bylaws
- Discuss membership matters
City Council
The Moberly City Council adopted several resolutions and ordinances, including authorizing a $38,000,000 industrial revenue bond for the Mobley Bakery Mix development. It also approved contracts for the City Hall HVAC pipe flushing, a County Bank equipment lease, a farm lease with Kyle & Erica Gittemeier Farms, and the airport taxilane construction. Additional actions included installing two park benches, a change order for Kiwanis Park Phase 2, repealing Ordinance 9792, and rezoning Woodland Avenue.
- Authorized $38,000,000 industrial revenue bond for Mobley Bakery Mix project (5-0)
- Adopted resolution to contract Durbin Enterprises for City Hall HVAC system pipe flushing (5-0)
- Adopted resolution authorizing County Bank lease for equipment financing (5-0)
- Adopted resolution authorizing farm lease with Kyle & Erica Gittemeier Farms (5-0)
- Adopted resolution to install two park benches on Coates Street (5-0)
- Adopted change order #2 to Kiwanis Park Phase 2 contract with PS Commercial Play, LLC (5-0)
- Adopted ordinance repealing Ordinance 9792 and terminating agreement with R & D Properties, LLC (5-0)
- Adopted ordinance approving rezoning of 342‑348 Woodland Avenue for Holman Properties, LLC (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Historic Preservation Committee
The Historic Preservation Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss administrative applications, review city reports, and address any other business. The meeting is scheduled for November 13, 2025, at 4:00 P.M. at 101 W. Reed Street.
- Review of Administrative Applications
- Review of Applications
- City Reports - David Moran report
- List of Demolitions
- Adjournment
Moberly Tourism Advisory Council (TAC)
The council will approve the September 10, 2025 meeting minutes. Members will review any new tourism proposals and discuss the Chamber of Commerce’s request to purchase new visitor bags. The meeting will also include an update on recent tourism activities and a report on the lodging‑tax account balance.
- Approve September 10, 2025 minutes
- Review any new tourism proposals (if available)
- Discuss Chamber of Commerce request to purchase new visitor bags
- Update from Moberly Chamber of Commerce on tourism activities
- Information on the lodging‑tax account balance
The Tourism Advisory Council approved the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the purchase of 3,000 visitor bags from the Art Department for $950. The council then adjourned the meeting.
- Approved Sep 9, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
- Approved purchase of 3,000 visitor bags for $950 (all in favor)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
Omar Bradley Museum
The committee approved the minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting, with all members in favor. They noted receipt of a $3,000 Boone Electric grant that must be spent and reported with receipts by November 1, 2025. The board reviewed a sample layout for the Little Dixie Regional Library wall and tasked Mr. Snodgrass with drafting a detailed layout before a final decision. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous motion.
- Approved August 6, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
City Council
The council approved its agenda and the minutes from the Oct. 20 meeting. It unanimously approved the Randolph Area YMCA’s request to hold the 2025 Turkey Trot 5K and accepted the bids for the 7 Bridges CSO sludge removal project. All listed resolution bills and related ordinances were adopted, and Ordinance No. 9927 authorizing up to $38 million in industrial revenue bonds was tabled until the next meeting.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Approved Oct. 20 minutes (5-0)
- Approved Turkey Trot 5K request (5-0)
- Accepted bids for 7 Bridges CSO sludge removal and improvements (5-0)
- Adopted multiple resolution bills (real estate contract, bond engagement letter, water meter project, police equipment, fire gear, easements, supplemental agreement) (5-0)
- Adopted nuisance‑abatement ordinances for 1111 & 1115 Concannon St and 419 N 5th St (5-0)
- Adopted alley‑vacancy ordinance for Hagood St (5-0)
- Tabled Ordinance No. 9927 for $38 M industrial revenue bonds until Nov 17 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a zoning change application submitted by Holman Properties, LLC for the property at 342‑348 Woodland Avenue. The commission will consider changing the district from R‑2/PD (1‑2 Family Residential/Planned Development) to R‑3 (Multi‑Family Dwelling). The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, approval of the agenda and minutes, and election of officers.
- Public hearing on zoning change request (R‑2/PD to R‑3) for 342‑348 Woodland Avenue
- Roll call of commission members
- Approval of agenda
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
- Election of commission officers
The commission approved the October 27, 2025 agenda and the August 25, 2025 minutes unanimously. It approved a rezoning request for 342‑348 Woodland Avenue from R‑2/PD to R‑3 with an 8‑1 vote. The commission also elected Bob Riley as chairperson, David Byland as co‑chairperson, and Gary Duncan as secretary, each by unanimous consent.
- Approved October 27, 2025 agenda (unanimous)
- Approved August 25, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning of 342‑348 Woodland Ave to R‑3 (8‑1)
- Elected Bob Riley as chairperson (unanimous)
- Elected David Byland as co‑chairperson (unanimous)
- Elected Gary Duncan as secretary (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Parks & Recreation Board
The Parks and Recreation Board will review fee and policy updates, consider equipment for the Fox Park playground, and discuss appropriations and a tree plan. Staff will present monthly reports covering administration, aquatics, recreation, park maintenance, and the athletic complex. The board will also approve agenda changes and meeting minutes.
- Fees and Policy Updates
- Fox Park Playground Equipment
- Appropriations
- Tree Plan
- Monthly Staff Report (overview of administration, aquatics, recreation, park maintenance, athletic complex)
City Council
The Moberly City Council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the October 6 meeting. Council members accepted five bids for a mini excavator for the Public Works Department. They adopted three resolution bills, a $658,499.75 expense appropriation, an emergency road‑repair purchase, a water‑sewer rental rate amendment, and several nuisance‑abatement ordinances for city properties.
- Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
- Approved October 6 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Accepted five mini‑excavator bids for Public Works (5-0)
- Adopted Resolutions R1901, R1902, R1903 authorizing contracts and agreements (5-0)
- Adopted $658,499.75 expense appropriation for Oct 3‑Oct 16 expenses (5-0)
- Ratified emergency purchase of supplies for Longview Street road repair (5-0)
- Amended water and sewer rental rates (5-0)
- Adopted nuisance‑abatement ordinances for seven city properties (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Parks & Recreation Board
The Fees and Policies Committee will examine staff‑recommended updates to park fees and policies. It will then vote on whether to send those recommendations to the Parks & Recreation Board for final approval.
- Review of staff‑recommended fee updates
- Review of staff‑recommended policy changes
- Committee vote to forward recommendations to the Park Board
Downtown CID
The Downtown Moberly Community Improvement District Board will meet on October 15, 2025 at 3:30 p.m. in the Council Conference Room, 101 West Reed Street. The agenda includes a hearing from citizens and three new business resolutions: one directing reimbursement under a master development agreement, one approving a thirty‑seventh round of assistance awards under the private property improvements program, and one ratifying allocations for downtown promotion and related expenditures. The board will also address old business, approve prior minutes if available, and consider any additional matters.
- Resolution No. 2025-20 – directs reimbursement in accordance with a master development agreement and provides further authority.
- Resolution No. 2025-21 – approves the thirty‑seventh round of assistance awards under the district’s private property improvements program.
- Resolution No. 2025-22 – ratifies and confirms allocations for downtown promotion, approves related expenditures, and provides further authority.
- Hearing from citizens – opportunity for parties of interest and citizens to be heard.
The board amended the agenda to add “PPI Communications” and approved the September 24, 2025 minutes. It adopted three resolutions: reimbursement of legal fees (Resolution 2025‑20), a grant for a façade repair at 224 N. Williams St. (Resolution 2025‑21), and funding for the 2025 Christmas Festival (Resolution 2025‑22). The board also agreed to a $6,231 (70%) reimbursement for sidewalk work at 124 W. Reed St., with the CID covering $4,361 and the city covering the balance, and postponed a downtown car cruise to next year.
- Agenda amendment to add “PPI Communications” approved (unanimous)
- September 24, 2025 meeting minutes approved (unanimous)
- Resolution 2025‑20 (legal fee reimbursement) approved (unanimous)
- Resolution 2025‑21 (grant for 224 N. Williams St. façade repair) approved (unanimous)
- Resolution 2025‑22 (Christmas Festival funding) approved (unanimous)
- CID to reimburse $4,361 (70%) of $6,231 for 124 W. Reed St. sidewalk work (unanimous)
- Downtown car cruise postponed to next year (unanimous)
- Meeting adjourned at 4:15 p.m. (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Special Road District
The Moberly Special Road District will meet to approve minutes, bills, and financial statements. The board will also review old business, including culvert projects and personnel matters.
- Approval of bills to be paid
- Review of financial statements
- Culvert projects and personnel matters
- Superintendent's report
- Old business
City Council
The council unanimously adopted four resolution bills covering consulting services, a deed transfer, playground equipment parts, and a change order for the Sparks Avenue lift station. It also passed ordinances to rename East Outer Toad to Distribution Drive and to address nuisance abatement at 1006 Concannon Street and 613 Adams Avenue. Additionally, the council approved a $1,058,424.40 appropriation to cover city expenses incurred between September 18 and October 6, 2025.
- Adopted R1894 consulting services resolution (unanimous)
- Adopted R1895 deed acceptance resolution (unanimous)
- Adopted R1896 playground parts resolution (unanimous)
- Adopted R1897 change order #3 resolution (unanimous)
- Adopted ordinance renaming East Outer Toad to Distribution Drive (unanimous)
- Adopted ordinance for nuisance abatement at 1006 Concannon St (unanimous)
- Adopted ordinance for nuisance abatement at 613 Adams Ave (unanimous)
- Adopted appropriation of $1,058,424.40 for Sep‑Oct expenses (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
City Council
The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda, two parade requests, and a contract to remove a hazardous tree in Oakland Cemetery. It also adopted three resolution bills for a tree removal contract, a pavilion at Fox Park, and the sale of surplus city property, and appropriated $1,282,614.25 for September expenses. Additional actions included reappointing Melissa Anderson to the Board of Adjustment and appointing Charles “Tony” Mullen to the Electrical Board.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved Cowboys for Christmas Parade request (unanimous)
- Approved Veteran’s Day Parade request (unanimous)
- Accepted bids and contracted Larry Beal Tree Services for Oakland Cemetery tree removal (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution R1889 (tree removal), R1890 (Fox Park pavilion), and R1891 (sale of surplus property) (unanimous)
- Appropriated $1,282,614.25 for city expenses (unanimous)
- Reappointed Melissa Anderson to the Board of Adjustment (unanimous)
- Appointed Charles “Tony” Mullen to the Electrical Board (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Downtown CID
The Downtown Moberly Community Improvement District Board of Directors will meet to approve the agenda and consider Resolution No. 2025-19, which authorizes the 36th round of assistance awards under the district's Private Property Improvements Program.
- Approval of prior meeting minutes
- Consideration of Resolution No. 2025-19
- Hearing from citizens
- Old business: Approval of prior meeting minutes
- New business: Consideration of Resolution No. 2025-19
The board amended Resolution 2025-19 to set a private‑property improvement award of $1,960 for Marshall Anderson at 124 W Reed Street and then adopted the amended resolution. The agenda and the August 27 meeting minutes were also approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 4:15 p.m.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved August 27, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Amended Exhibit A of Resolution 2025-19 to award $1,960 (unanimous)
- Adopted amended Resolution 2025-19 (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Parks & Recreation Board
The Moberly Parks and Recreation Board will consider several action items, including approving contracts with the Moberly Kiwanis Club, Randolph County Developmental Disability Services, and the ICAN Missouri Foundation. The board will also vote on the Beuth Park trail route, the Fox Park pavilion, and the department's appropriations. Additional discussion items include a tree plan and staff reports covering park operations.
- Contract approval for Moberly Kiwanis Club, Randolph County Developmental Disability Services, and ICAN Missouri Foundation
- Beuth Park trail route approval
- Fox Park pavilion approval
- Appropriations for Parks & Recreation
- Tree plan discussion
Moberly Tourism Advisory Council (TAC)
The council will discuss the proposed Placer AI agreement and review any tourism proposals that are available. It will receive an update from the Moberly Chamber of Commerce on recent tourism activities. The meeting will also include information on the lodging tax account balance.
- Discussion of Placer AI agreement
- Review of any available tourism proposals
- Update from Moberly Chamber of Commerce on tourism activities
- Information on lodging tax account balance
Historic Preservation Committee
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold its regular meeting on September 9, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. The agenda includes reviewing administrative applications, a city report by David Moran, and a list of demolitions. No specific projects, contracts, or policy changes are listed for decision. The meeting will conclude with any additional business before adjournment.
- Review of administrative applications
- City report by David Moran
- Review of demolition list
- Old business discussion
- New business discussion
The Historic Preservation Commission approved the September 12, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It approved the application for 504 W. Reed to refinish windows, replace doors and repair the hardy board, with all members in favor. The commission then adjourned the meeting unanimously. An application for 510 W. Reed to replace an awning was discussed but not approved because it falls outside design guidelines.
- Approved meeting minutes (3-0)
- Approved 504 W Reed window/door restoration project (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Special Road District
The Moberly Special Road District will approve meeting minutes, bills, and financial statements. Commissioners will discuss the bridge replacement at the bottom of Sinnock (2320) and plan to rent equipment for $8,000 and purchase dirt at $25 per load. The superintendent’s report includes a request for a stop sign on Fisk. No other new business is listed.
- Approve minutes of the Commissioner’s monthly meeting
- Review and approve the bills to be paid
- Review and approve the financial statements
- Bridge replacement at the bottom of Sinnock (2320) – equipment rental $8,000, dirt 50‑100 loads at $25 each
- Superintendent’s report: request for a stop sign on Fisk
City Council
The City Council adopted a resolution appropriating $460,667.29 to cover expenses incurred between Aug. 14 and Sept. 4, 2025. It also approved the purchase of a crack‑seal machine for $85,187.40, authorized the 2025 Homecoming Parade route, and granted three new liquor licenses. Several ordinances were enacted, including amendments to alcohol regulations, a new speed limit for Lantern Pointe, and a cooperative agreement for infill development with Pretz Contracting, LLC. Reappointments to the Airport Advisory Board and an appointment to the Electrical Board were also confirmed.
- Adopted $460,667.29 expense appropriation (4-0)
- Approved purchase of crack‑seal machine for $85,187.40 (4-0)
- Approved Homecoming Parade request for Sept. 26, 2025 (4-0)
- Approved liquor license applications for three businesses (4-0)
- Enacted ordinance amending Section 6‑77(c) on alcoholic beverages (4-0)
- Enacted ordinance establishing speed limit for Lantern Pointe (4-0)
- Enacted ordinance authorizing cooperative infill development agreement with Pretz Contracting, LLC (4-0)
- Reappointed Robert Creed and John Brilhart to Airport Advisory Board (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Downtown CID
The Board of Directors will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to fix the 2025 special real property tax rate. The board will also review a reimbursement resolution and discuss the Christmas Festival budget.
- Public hearing for proposed 2025 tax rate
- Resolution No. 2025-18: Approving and fixing the 2025 special real property tax rate
- Resolution No. 2025-17: Reimbursement in accordance with a master development agreement
- Discussion of the Christmas Festival Budget from the Chamber of Commerce
The board approved the 2025 special real property tax rate at $7.2744 per $100 of assessed valuation. They also adopted a resolution to reimburse legal fees and approved the Christmas Festival budget of $5,775 with a hayride. Additional actions included amending the agenda, approving prior meeting minutes, and deciding to remove all downtown banners.
- Amended agenda to add “Discussion of Downtown Banners” and “Discussion of Report Tree Committee” – approved (ayes: Bugalski, Sharp, Jeffries, Sanders; nays: none)
- Approved June 18, 2025 regular meeting minutes – approved (ayes: Bugalski, Jeffries, Sanders; nays: none)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2025-17 to reimburse legal fees – approved (ayes: Bugalski, Sanders, Jeffries; nays: none)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2025-18 fixing 2025 tax rate of $7.2744 per $100 – approved (ayes: Bugalski, Jeffries, Sanders; nays: none)
- Approved Christmas Festival budget of $5,775 plus hayride – approved (ayes: Bugalski, Jeffries, Sanders, Sharp; nays: none)
- Decided to remove all downtown banners and consider new smaller banners next year – decision (no formal vote recorded)
- Motion to adjourn the meeting – approved (ayes: Bugalski, Jeffries, Sharp, Sanders; nays: none)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Moberly City Council approved the meeting agenda by a 5-0 vote. The council then adjourned the special session, also by a 5-0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The council unanimously adopted the 2025 city tax levy ordinance and a separate ordinance establishing the annual 9‑1‑1 tax. It also approved an $879,241.89 appropriation for July‑August expenses, renamed East Outer Road to Distribution Drive, and authorized resolutions for a CCTV inspection agreement with the Village of Renick and firefighter physicals with Sitemed North America. Additionally, the council rescheduled September meetings and appointed Tim Brubaker to the Public Building Corporation, all by unanimous vote.
- Approved 2025 city tax levy ordinance (unanimous)
- Approved annual 9‑1‑1 tax ordinance (unanimous)
- Adopted $879,241.89 appropriation resolution (unanimous)
- Adopted resolution to rename East Outer Road to Distribution Drive (unanimous)
- Adopted CCTV inspection cooperative agreement with Village of Renick (unanimous)
- Adopted resolution authorizing firefighter physicals agreement with Sitemed North America (unanimous)
- Approved rescheduling of September 1 meeting to September 8 and September 15 meeting to September 22 (unanimous)
- Appointed Tim Brubaker to Moberly Public Building Corporation (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Special Road District
The Board will review financial statements, bills, and the Superintendent's report. The District is currently soliciting bids for an aluminumized 84-foot culvert. The meeting also includes discussions on personnel matters and road projects.
- Solicitation of bids for an aluminumized 84-foot culvert
- Review and approval of bills to be paid
- Review of financial statements
- Discussion of personnel matters
- Review of culvert projects
Friends of the Park
The Friends of the Park group will review and approve minutes from the May 12, 2025 meeting. They will also discuss financial updates, including a report and disbursement of donations for Kiwanis Park. New business includes appointing officers and considering a temporary mini train construction.
- Approve minutes from May 12, 2025 meeting
- Financial report and disbursement of Kiwanis Park donations
- Appointment of officers
- Temporary construction of mini train
Historic Preservation Committee
The Moberly Historic Preservation Commission will hold a routine meeting at 101 W. Reed Street on August 12, 2025. The agenda consists entirely of procedural items such as roll call, approval of previous minutes, and reports, with no new or ongoing business specified.
The commission approved the August 12, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No other substantive actions or approvals were taken.
- Approved meeting minutes (unanimous vote)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Moberly Tourism Advisory Council (TAC)
The Tourism Advisory Council will meet to review the lodging tax account balance and receive an update from the Moberly Chamber of Commerce on tourism activities. The body will also review any available proposals.
- Review of lodging tax account balance
- Update from Moberly Chamber of Commerce on tourism activities
- Review of available proposals
The council approved the March 11, 2025 meeting minutes after correcting a $1,000 request from the Chamber of Commerce. No proposals were presented for discussion. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved March 11, 2025 minutes with $1,000 correction (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
Omar Bradley Museum
The Omar Bradley Committee approved the minutes from the February 5, 2025 meeting by unanimous consent. The board also approved two purchases funded by a $3,000 Boone Electric grant: one item costing $441.99 and a bookcase costing $197.99. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent. No financial report was presented at this meeting.
- Approved February 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of $441.99 item with grant (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of $197.99 bookcase with grant (unanimous)
- Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)
City Council
The Moberly City Council adopted eight resolution bills, including a $967,919.33 appropriation from the treasury. It accepted bids for the 2025 street striping project, water‑material supplies, and a City Hall drive‑thru window. The council appointed Patrick Campbell to the Park Board and approved both a renewal and a new liquor license for Pizza Hut and Mallard’s Pub.
- Accepted Remole’s Coatings LLC bid for 2025 Street Striping Project (5-0)
- Accepted water‑materials bids from Water & Sewer Inc., IMCO, Core & Main, and Schulte Supply (5-0)
- Accepted drive‑thru window bids for the Water Department (5-0)
- Adopted eight resolution bills (R1868‑R1875) covering purchases, contracts, and property sale (5-0)
- Approved $967,919.33 appropriation from city treasury (5-0)
- Appointed Patrick Campbell to the Park Board (5-0)
- Approved Pizza Hut liquor‑license renewal and Mallard’s Pub new liquor license (5-0)
- Adjourned the meeting to a work session and then to a closed session (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The council adopted several resolutions authorizing contracts for demolition and asbestos inspections, a change order for the Fennel Community Center, and the 2025 Parks and Recreation Master Plan. It also approved an annexation ordinance and a joint central dispatch user agreement. A resolution appropriated $2,161,087.66 from the treasury to cover expenses incurred between June 26 and July 17, 2025. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Adopted annexation ordinance for real property into city limits (5-0)
- Adopted ordinance approving joint central dispatch user agreement through June 30, 2026 (5-0)
- Adopted resolution authorizing CDBG funding application for commercial demolition (5-0)
- Adopted resolution appropriating $2,161,087.66 for expenses (5-0)
- Accepted bid and contracted Northeast Missouri Regional Planning Commission for demolition inspection services (5-0)
- Accepted bid and contracted Jeffrey Environmental Services for asbestos inspection services (5-0)
- Accepted change order with 5 Oaks & Associates for Fennel Community Center improvements (5-0)
- Adopted 2025 City of Moberly Parks and Recreation Master Plan (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Omar Bradley Museum
The committee received a $500 grant check for the Little Dixie Library and three donated books. Members discussed a financial report (none available), by‑law updates to be voted on at the next meeting, and a possible sister‑city partnership. Plans were announced for a February 12 birthday commemoration and a June 6 National Guard armory dedication. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Motion to adjourn approved
Parks & Recreation Board
The board will meet to elect officers and review the Beuth Trail and Fox Park Master Plans. Members will decide on the adoption of the Master Plan and approve contracts for Little Spartan Football and Soul Root.
- Election of President, Vice President, and Secretary/Treasurer
- Adoption of Master Plan
- Little Spartan Football Contract
- Soul Root Contract
- Review of Beuth Trail Plan and Fox Park Master Plan
Special Road District
The Moberly Special Road District will meet to review financial statements, bills, and the Superintendent's report. The board will discuss old business regarding personnel and culvert projects and address new business regarding culvert replacement bids.
- Soliciting bids for an aluminumized 84-foot culvert
- Review and approval of bills to be paid
- Review of financial statements
- Discussion of personnel matters
Planning & Zoning Commission
On June 30, 2025, the Moberly Planning & Zoning Commission met with six members present. A motion was made to approve John Wales' oil change and automotive repair site plan, contingent on filing a separate application for parking at 209 Jefferson. The motion was seconded and approved unanimously.
- Approved oil change business request with condition that auto repair bay wait for separate parking application (unanimous)
City Council
The council adopted a resolution to contract Cason Building Management for custodial services and approved the bid with Courtney Construction for the Route EE sidewalk improvements. It also passed the city budget for July 1 2025 – June 30 2026 and authorized $430,825.67 in treasury appropriations. Additionally, liquor license renewals for several businesses were approved.
- Approved custodial services contract with Cason Building Management (unanimous)
- Approved Route EE sidewalk contract with Courtney Construction (unanimous)
- Adopted FY 2025‑2026 city budget (unanimous)
- Authorized $430,825.67 treasury appropriation (unanimous)
- Approved renewal of liquor licenses for listed businesses (unanimous, McKeown absent)
- Adopted ordinance repealing and replacing purchasing division (unanimous)
- Adopted ordinance amending FY 2024‑2025 budget (unanimous)
- Adopted resolution authorizing 2025 transportation grant application (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Council
The council held a special budget meeting on June 27, 2025. A closed session was convened to discuss a negotiated contract matter. Motions to adjourn the closed session and then the meeting were adopted unanimously. No substantive budget decisions were made.
- Adjourn closed session (5-0)
- Adjourn meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a proposed garage. The board will also review minutes from the February 19, 2025 meeting.
- Public hearing for Dustyn Tallman requesting a 15-foot street variance for a garage at 1219 Ridgemont Ct
The Board of Adjustment approved the meeting minutes. It denied Dustyn Tallman's front yard variance request for DT Construction LLC, which would have allowed a 15‑foot garage setback. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved meeting minutes (motion by Melissa Anderson, seconded by Josh Barrett)
- Denied front yard variance request for DT Construction LLC (motion by Dale Hughes, seconded by Josh Barrett)
- Adjourned the meeting
Downtown CID
The Downtown Moberly Community Improvement District Board of Directors will meet to discuss two resolutions. The board is considering a reimbursement related to a master development agreement and changes to the district's private property improvements program.
- Resolution No. 2025-15: Reimbursement in accordance with a master development agreement
- Resolution No. 2025-16: Revisions to the District's Private Property Improvements Program
The board approved the meeting agenda and the May 28 minutes without opposition. It adopted Resolution No. 2025-15 to reimburse legal fees, and Resolution No. 2025-16 to revise the district's private‑property improvements program. Both resolutions passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved agenda (4-0)
- Approved May 28 minutes (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2025-15 for legal fee reimbursement (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2025-16 revising private‑property improvements program (4-0)
- Adjourned meeting (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Parks & Recreation Board
The Moberly Parks and Recreation Board will meet to discuss and take action on the 2025/2026 budget appropriations. The board will also review a tree plan and receive monthly staff reports.
- 2025/2026 Budget appropriations
- Tree plan
- Finance Committee meeting notes
- Monthly staff reports covering Aquatics, Concessions, Recreation, and Park Maintenance
City Council
The City Council adopted a series of resolutions authorizing grant funding, a telecom consulting contract, fire hose and turnout gear purchases, Glock handguns for police, the 2025 Christmas Parade route, a supplemental engineering agreement for the Fennel Community Center, a lease at the Omar N. Bradley Airport, a fire‑prevention grant application, a steel‑casing pipe contract, and a $576,343.25 appropriation. The Council also approved renewal of liquor licenses for Boozy Badger Bar & Grill, Felicia’s Restaurant, and Lula’s Tonight. All adoption votes were 4‑0 in favor (Lucas, Kimmons, Graff, Skubic) with Councilmember McKeown absent.
- Adopted Resolution R1842 granting funds to civic and charitable organizations (4‑0)
- Adopted Resolution R1843 contracting with TeamKC Telecom for consultant services (4‑0)
- Adopted Resolution R1844 purchasing fire hoses from Banner Fire Equipment (4‑0)
- Adopted Resolution R1845 purchasing Glock handguns for the Police Department (4‑0)
- Adopted Resolution R1846 authorizing the 2025 Christmas Parade route and alcohol consumption (4‑0)
- Adopted Resolution R1847 second supplemental agreement for the McClure Engineering project at the Fennel Community Center (4‑0)
- Adopted Resolution R1848 lease agreement with the Miller Family Revocable Living Trust for property at the Omar N. Bradley Airport (4‑0)
- Approved liquor license renewals for Boozy Badger Bar & Grill, Felicia’s Restaurant, and Lula’s Tonight (4‑0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council and Parks and Recreation Board approved the meeting agenda by a 5-0 vote and then adjourned the meeting by a 5-0 vote. No formal actions or approvals were taken; the Master Plan updates were only discussed for future consideration.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Parks & Recreation Board
The Parks and Recreation Department and City Council will hold a joint meeting. The body will review and discuss the Master Plan.
- Master Plan Review/Discussion
City Council
The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda, minutes, and a request to close West Reed Street for a bed racing event. It authorized the city manager to pursue annexation of Rothwell Park property and accepted bids for electrical work at the municipal auditorium and demolition of residential structures. Multiple resolutions (R1835‑R1839) were adopted, covering contracts, real‑estate purchase, easements, demolition, and a transportation grant. The council also approved renewal of six liquor license applications.
- Approved agenda (4-0)
- Approved minutes of May 19 and 21 meetings (4-0)
- Approved request to close 500 block West Reed St for bed racing (4-0)
- Authorized City Manager to file annexation for Rothwell Park property (4-0)
- Accepted bids for electrical service at Municipal Auditorium (4-0)
- Accepted bids for demolition of 11 residential structures (4-0)
- Adopted Resolutions R1835‑R1839 authorizing contracts, real‑estate purchase, easements, demolition, and grant application (4-0)
- Approved renewal of six liquor license applications (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Downtown CID
The Downtown Moberly Community Improvement District Board of Directors will meet to discuss fiscal year planning and property assistance. The board is considering the approval of the 2025-2026 annual budget and the election of officers.
- Resolution No. 2025-11: Annual budget for fiscal year 2025-2026
- Resolution 2025-12: Election of officers for the 2025-2026 fiscal year
- Resolution 2025-13: 35th round of assistance awards for the Private Property Improvements Program
- Resolution 2025-14: Reimbursement according to a Master Development Agreement
The Board of Directors of the Downtown Moberly Community Improvement District met on May 28, 2025. They approved the annual budget for fiscal year 2025‑2026 by adopting Resolution 2025‑11. They also elected the board’s officers for 2025‑26, approved a private‑property improvement grant, and authorized reimbursement for legal fees. All resolutions were adopted with no recorded opposition.
- Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
- Approved April 16 minutes (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-11 approving FY 2025-26 budget (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-12 electing board officers (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-13 granting assistance to Adam Flock, 315 W Reed St (3-0, 1 abstain)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-14 authorizing reimbursement of legal fees (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Friends of the Park
The Friends of the Park will meet to review financial reports and discuss new membership. The body is scheduled to decide on the approval of funds disbursement for Kiwanis Park.
- Approval of funds disbursement for Kiwanis Park
- Financial report by J.W.
- Approval of February 13, 2025 meeting minutes
- Discussion of new members
City Council
The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It then voted to adjourn to a work session to review the 2025‑2026 operating budget, also unanimously. The meeting was finally adjourned with four members voting yes and one member absent. No substantive budget actions were taken.
- Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
- Adjourned to work session to review 2025/2026 operating budget (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting (4-0; McKeown absent)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Parks & Recreation Board
The board collected public feedback on the Master Plan and approved free group camp and range use for a Boy Scout Camporee. Members also voted to update donation allowances in the policy manual and approved appropriations.
- Approval of free group camp rental and BB Gun and Archery Range use for Boy Scout Camporee
- Approval of updated Donation allowances in Section 4 of the Policy Manual
- Approval of appropriations
- Discussion of Master Plan feedback including arena restoration and disc golf course location
- Staff report on electrical bids for the Auditorium and change orders for Kiwanis Park and Fox Park
City Council
The Moberly City Council unanimously approved a $486,128.65 appropriation from the treasury, accepted proposals for two infill homes, and adopted bids for the 2025 Street Improvement Project. It also passed ordinances for infill development agreements, a mutual aid pact with Columbia, and increased water and sewer rates, and approved liquor‑license renewals and park‑board reappointments.
- Appropriated $486,128.65 from treasury for May expenses (4-0)
- Accepted Pretz Contracting proposal for infill home at 616 S 5th St (4-0)
- Accepted J. Mattison Development proposal for infill home at 609 Franklin Ave (4-0)
- Accepted bids for the 2025 Street Improvement Project (4-0)
- Adopted ordinance authorizing cooperative agreement with Pretz Contracting (4-0)
- Adopted ordinance authorizing cooperative agreement with J. Mattison Development (4-0)
- Adopted ordinance authorizing mutual aid agreement with City of Columbia (4-0)
- Adopted ordinance increasing water and sewer rates (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Special Road District
The Moberly Special Road District will hold its regular monthly meeting to approve minutes, bills, and financial statements. The board will also discuss old business including culvert projects and personnel matters, and receive a superintendent's report on road work.
- Approval of minutes from March 13 meeting
- Review and approval of bills to be paid
- Review and approval of financial statements
- Discussion of culvert projects as old business
- Personnel matters under old business
Historic Preservation Committee
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a regular meeting to review administrative applications and city reports. The agenda consists of procedural items and placeholders for available reports.
City Council
The Moberly City Council met on May 5, 2025. The agenda included approvals of minutes, a student presentation, public hearings, receipt of bids, and several resolutions and ordinances. The minutes do not show any votes, approvals, or other actions taken on these items. Consequently, no substantive decisions were recorded.
City Council
The council approved its agenda unanimously. It then adjourned to a work session to review the 2025/2026 operating budget, also unanimously. The meeting was finally adjourned with all members voting aye.
- Approved agenda (5 ayes, 0 nays)
- Adjourned to work session to review 2025/2026 operating budget (5 ayes, 0 nays)
- Adjourned meeting (5 ayes, 0 nays)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The council certified the election of councilmen Mike Skubic and Brandon L. Lucas and then elected Brandon Lucas as mayor and John Kimmons as mayor pro tem. Voters approved Question 1, extending a 0.5% sales tax for transportation for another fifteen years. The council also approved a temporary 4th Street closure for a wedding, accepted the bid for the 2025 CRF street‑improvement project, and adopted several resolutions including a joint SWAT unit ordinance and a rezoning ordinance. A slate of council liaison appointments and a $724,083.24 expense appropriation were also approved.
- Mike Skubic and Brandon L. Lucas elected councilmen (certified votes)
- Brandon Lucas elected mayor (4-0, 1 abstain)
- John Kimmons elected mayor pro tem (4-0, 1 abstain)
- Extended 0.5% sales tax for transportation for 15 years (342 Yes, 161 No)
- Approved 4th Street closure June 28, 2025 for wedding (5-0)
- Accepted bid for 2025 CRF street‑improvement project (5-0)
- Adopted joint SWAT unit ordinance (5-0)
- Adopted rezoning ordinance for 301 North Buchanan and adjacent parcel (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Downtown CID
The Downtown Moberly Community Improvement District Board will hear four resolutions in new business, including funding for the 19th Annual Moberly Railroad Days Festival, reimbursement under a master development agreement, the 34th round of private property improvement assistance, and ratifying allocations for downtown promotion by the Moberly Chamber of Commerce. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and hear from citizens.
- Consideration of Resolution 2025-07: allocating payments to Moberly Rotary Club for the 19th Annual Moberly Railroad Days Festival
- Consideration of Resolution 2025-08: directing reimbursement under a Master Development Agreement
- Consideration of Resolution 2025-09: approving a 34th round of assistance awards under the Private Property Improvements Program
- Consideration of Resolution 2025-10: ratifying allocations for downtown promotion by the Moberly Chamber of Commerce
The Downtown Moberly Community Improvement District Board adopted four resolutions, allocating money to the Moberly Rotary Club for the Railroad Days Festival, reimbursing legal fees, granting a façade‑repair award, and purchasing "Shop Local" promotional flyers. All four resolutions were adopted unanimously. The Board also approved the agenda, the March 19 minutes, and adjourned the meeting.
- Approved Resolution No. 2025-07 allocating funds to Moberly Rotary Club for Railroad Days Festival (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 2025-08 directing reimbursement for legal fees (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 2025-09 granting a façade‑repair award to 503 W Reed Street (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 2025-10 funding "Shop Local" promotional flyers (unanimous)
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved March 19, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Motion to adjourn adopted (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Parks & Recreation Board
The Moberly Parks and Recreation Board will discuss feedback regarding the Master Plan. The board is scheduled to take action on appropriations, donation allowances, and fees for a Boy Scout Camporee event.
- Master Plan feedback discussion
- Boy Scout Camporee Fee Event approval
- Donation Allowance (Section 4 of the Policy Manual)
- Appropriations
- Tree Plan
Historic Preservation Committee
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve previous minutes, review administrative applications and any pending applications, hear city reports and a list of demolitions, and discuss old and new business. The only specific item listed is the presentation of a Notable Property Award for 700 W. Reed Street.
- Presentation of Notable Property Award for 700 W. Reed Street
- Review of administrative applications (if available)
- Review of applications (if available)
- City Reports by David Moran (if available)
- List of demolitions (if available)
The commission approved the minutes from the November 12, 2024 meeting by a 6‑0 vote. It approved Application No. 116‑25, allowing repairs to the front of the building at 503 West Reed, also by a 6‑0 vote. It denied Application No. 117‑25 for a new metal sign at 537 West Reed Street, directing staff to contact the applicant for revisions. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous 6‑0 motion.
- Approved minutes from Nov 12, 2024 meeting (6-0)
- Approved repairs to 503 West Reed (Application 116-25) (6-0)
- Denied new metal sign at 537 West Reed (Application 117-25)
- Adjourned meeting (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Special Road District
The Moberly Special Road District will meet to review financial statements and bills. The board will discuss old business regarding truck repairs and new business concerning an election.
- Review and approval of bills to be paid
- Review and approval of financial statements
- Discussion of truck repairs
- Discussion of election
City Council
The council voted to adjourn to a work session for reviewing the 2025/2026 operating budget, and later voted to adjourn the meeting. Both motions passed unanimously. No substantive budget decisions were made.
- Adjourn to work session to review 2025/2026 operating budget (adopted 5-0)
- Adjourn meeting (adopted 5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Parks & Recreation Board
The Parks and Recreation Board will hold a public open forum to present the process to date for the 2025 Master Plan and to gather additional public feedback. No other business is listed on the agenda.
- Presentation of 2025 Master Plan process
- Public feedback opportunity on Master Plan
City Council
The council unanimously approved a 5K race on July 4, accepted an infill‑housing request at 812 W Reed St, and passed several ordinances and resolutions—including extending a 50% real‑property tax abatement for Mac Rak, Inc., repealing Ordinance No. 9790, authorizing cooperative agreements, and appropriating $774,079 for city expenses. It also approved sponsorships, liquor‑license relocations, and a purchase of real estate. All votes were 5‑0 in favor.
- Approved 5K race on July 4 (5‑0)
- Accepted infill housing request at 812 W Reed St (5‑0)
- Enacted ordinance extending 50% tax abatement for Mac Rak, Inc. (5‑0)
- Enacted ordinance repealing Ordinance No. 9790 and terminating J. Mattison agreements (5‑0)
- Enacted ordinance authorizing cooperative agreement with Stuart Custom Homes for infill development (5‑0)
- Adopted resolution appropriating $774,079 from the treasury for expenses (5‑0)
- Adopted resolution authorizing purchase of real estate from the school district (5‑0)
- Approved liquor‑license relocation for That’s Fire Barbeque and new license for Casa Jalisco (5‑0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning & Zoning Commission
The commission approved a zoning change for 301 N Buchanan Street (parcel 07-7.0-35.0-4.0-001-017.000) from Mobile Park (M-P) to R-2 residential, with all members voting yes. Bob Riley was elected Co‑Chairperson, receiving eight votes in favor and one against. The February 24, 2025 meeting minutes were approved, and the commission adjourned the session.
- Approved zoning change for 301 N Buchanan St to R-2 (all voted yes)
- Approved February 24, 2025 minutes (vote not recorded)
- Elected Bob Riley as Co‑Chairperson (8‑1)
- Adjourned meeting (all voted yes)
City Council
The Moberly City Council is holding a retreat with a mostly procedural agenda, including roll call, agenda approval, public comments, and a motion to adjourn to a work session. No ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are scheduled for discussion or decision at this meeting.
- Consideration of a motion to adjourn to a work session
The Moberly City Council met in a special retreat session on March 27, 2025. Members approved the meeting agenda and then adjourned to a work session, both by unanimous vote. The council later adjourned the session, also unanimously. No substantive policy or budget decisions were made.
- Approved agenda (unanimous ayes: Lucas, Kimmons, McKeown, Graff, Skubic)
- Adjourned to work session (unanimous ayes: Lucas, Kimmons, McKeown, Graff, Skubic)
- Final adjournment of retreat (unanimous ayes: Lucas, Kimmons, Kyser, McKeown, Graff)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Downtown CID
The Downtown Moberly Community Improvement District Board is discussing a resolution (No. 2025-06) to authorize reimbursement under a Master Development Agreement. Other discussions include a promotional pamphlet for the Shop Local Depot District, the CID budget, and a request from the Moberly Rotary Club regarding Railroad Days.
- Consideration of Resolution No. 2025-06 directing reimbursement under a Master Development Agreement
- Discussion of Shop Local Depot District Pamphlet
- Discussion of Downtown CID Budget
- Discussion of Moberly Rotary Club Railroad Days request
Parks & Recreation Board
The Moberly Parks and Recreation Board will hear a Master Plan Presentation from Austin Hochstetler as a discussion item. Action items include consideration of MML & Optimist Contracts and appropriations. The board will also review consent items such as approval of minutes from previous meetings.
- Discussion of Master Plan Presentation by Austin Hochstetler
- Action on MML & Optimist Contracts
- Action on appropriations
- Approval of January 21 and February 18, 2025 meeting minutes
- Staff report covering parks operations, aquatics, recreation, and maintenance
City Council
The Moberly City Council approved several resolutions and ordinances, including accepting proposals for grant writing services for the grain towers demolition, infill housing projects with Spartacus Holdings and Pretz Contracting, and banking services with Central Bank of Moberly. The council also adopted resolutions for landfill monitoring well upgrades, wayfinding signs, a new street name, and an easement agreement, plus an appropriation of $943,081.64 for expenses. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Accepted proposals for grant writing and administrative services for grain towers demolition (5-0)
- Accepted Spartacus Holdings, LLC proposal for infill housing at 928 West End Place (5-0)
- Accepted Pretz Contracting, LLC proposal for infill housing at five properties (5-0)
- Accepted Central Bank of Moberly bid for banking services (5-0)
- Adopted resolutions R1789-R1794 for landfill wells, wayfinding signs, grant services, street name, easement, and banking (5-0)
- Enacted ordinances for farmers market, car cruise events, and multiple infill development agreements (5-0)
- Approved $943,081.64 appropriation for expenses (5-0)
- Reappointed Jimmy O'Loughlin and appointed Libby Mattox to Historic Preservation Commission; reappointed Jonique Barnett to Tourism Advisory Commission (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Special Road District
The Moberly Special Road District holds its regular monthly meeting to approve minutes, bills, and financial statements, hear the superintendent’s report, and discuss old business such as culvert projects and truck repairs. New business includes renewal of the MEM (likely a membership or insurance item). The meeting is primarily procedural with no major public hearings or budget decisions.
- Review and approval of December 2024 and January 2025 minutes
- Approval of bills to be paid (no amounts listed)
- Superintendent's report on road conditions and snow clearing
- Old business: truck repairs and 'rock letter'
- New business: MEM renewal
Moberly Tourism Advisory Council (TAC)
The Moberly Tourism Advisory Council will meet to approve minutes, review any submitted proposals, and discuss wayfinding signage. They will also receive an update from the Chamber of Commerce on tourism activities and review the lodging tax account balance.
- Discussion of wayfinding signage
- Review of proposals (if any available)
- Update from Moberly Chamber of Commerce on tourism activities
- Information on lodging tax account balance
The Tourism Advisory Commission approved funding for three event proposals and a signage task order. The Moberly Rotary Club Railroad Days received $1,000 for marketing and $2,000 for tables; the Moberly Area Chamber of Commerce received $1,500 for Junk Junktion and $1,000 for its Christmas Festival. The commission also approved a $3,500 task order with Bartlett & West for entry signage design options.
- Approved $1,000 for marketing and $2,000 for Capital Improvement (tables) for the Moberly Rotary Club Railroad Days Event.
- Approved a $1,500 funding request for the Moberly Area Chamber of Commerce's Junk Junktion event.
- Approved $1,000 for the Moberly Area Chamber of Commerce's Christmas Festival event.
- Approved a $3,500 task order with Bartlett & West for entry signage design options.
- Approved the minutes from the February 11, 2025 meeting as presented.
- Recommended changes to the visitor guide draft; otherwise approved the new guide.
- Discussed adding the Moberly School District to wayfinding signage; Director Sanders will complete the request.
- Adjourned the meeting; next meeting scheduled for April 8, 2025 at 9:00 AM.
City Council
The Moberly City Council approved all agenda items unanimously, including resolutions for the 2025 Junk Junktion event, purchase of two police vehicles from Moberly Motors, and a financial assistance agreement with the Missouri Department of Natural Resources for a water and sewer rate study. The council also enacted an ordinance terminating cooperative agreements with Studio Spillman, LLC for infill development, authorized surplus property auction on Purple Wave, and appropriated $557,660.87 for expenses. Appointments and event permits were approved, and a work session discussed future items including in-fill housing proposals and a wayfinding signs contract.
- Approved 2025 Junk Junktion street closures and alcohol consumption (5-0)
- Approved purchase of two police vehicles from Moberly Motors (5-0)
- Approved DNR financial assistance agreement for Long Branch Lake rate study (5-0)
- Enacted ordinance terminating Studio Spillman, LLC infill development agreements (5-0)
- Authorized surplus city property auction on Purple Wave (5-0)
- Appropriated $557,660.87 for expenses Feb 13-27, 2025 (5-0)
- Appointed Dale Hughes to Board of Adjustment (5-0)
- Approved Unfinished Pieces 5K and Phobia Film Festival street closures (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The Moberly City Council met in special session and voted unanimously to adjourn to a closed session to discuss a negotiated contract matter under state law. After the closed session, the meeting was reopened and adjourned. No substantive decisions were made in open session.
- Adjourned to closed session to discuss negotiated contract matter (4-0)
- Reopened meeting and adjourned (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Moberly Planning and Zoning Commission approved two site plan reviews: a new fire station at 1445 S Morley Street and a garden center/nursery at 3100 North Morley Spur. Both motions passed unanimously. The commission also approved minutes from previous meetings.
- Approved site plan for new fire station at 1445 S Morley Street (unanimous)
- Approved site plan for garden center/nursery at 3100 North Morley Spur (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from October 28, 2024 meeting
- Approved minutes from January 27, 2025 meeting
Downtown CID
The Downtown Moberly Community Improvement District Board will hold a regular meeting on February 19, 2025. They will consider three resolutions: a third addendum for the 2025 Farmers' Market at the Fennel Complex, a 2025 Car Cruise cooperation agreement with the Moberly Area Chamber of Commerce, and a reimbursement resolution under a Master Development Agreement. Additionally, they will discuss PPI Program criteria.
- Resolution No. 2025-03: Approving a third addendum to an intergovernmental cooperation agreement for operation of the 2025 Farmers' Market at the Fennel Complex, with appropriations.
- Resolution No. 2025-04: Approving a 2025 Car Cruise cooperation agreement with the Moberly Area Chamber of Commerce, with appropriations.
- Resolution No. 2025-05: Directing reimbursement in accordance with a Master Development Agreement.
- Discussion of PPI Program Criteria.
The Downtown Moberly Community Improvement District Board approved three resolutions: a third addendum to the intergovernmental agreement for the 2025 Farmers' Market at the Fennel Complex, a 2025 Car Cruise cooperation agreement with the Moberly Area Chamber of Commerce, and a resolution directing reimbursement for legal fees under a master development agreement. All resolutions passed unanimously. The board also discussed potential changes to the PPI Program, including a matching ratio for reimbursements, but took no formal action.
- Approved Resolution No. 2025-03 (third addendum for 2025 Farmers' Market at Fennel Complex) (4-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2025-04 (2025 Car Cruise cooperation agreement with Chamber of Commerce) (4-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2025-05 (reimbursement for legal fees under master development agreement) (4-0)
- Approved agenda (4-0)
- Approved January 15, 2025 regular meeting minutes (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on an application by Devon Snodgrass of Outlines & Associates on behalf of Ritter's LLC for a variance. The variance would allow proposed outdoor sales and display areas, such as rock/mulch bins, to encroach into the current 30-foot front yard setback on a site adjacent to Spur Road across from Industrial Park. The board will decide whether to grant the variance.
- Public hearing for variance request by Ritter's LLC to allow outdoor sales display areas (rock/mulch bins) to encroach into the 30-foot front yard setback on property adjacent to Spur Road
The Board of Adjustment approved a request by Devin Snodgrass on behalf of Ritter's for an 18-foot front yard variance to place eight temporary concrete storage bins for rock and topsoil. The bins will not exceed six feet in height and will be screened with landscaping. The motion was made by Rick Drown, seconded by Josh Barrett, and approved by a vote of 3-0.
- Approved 18-foot front yard variance for Ritter's storage bins (3-0)
Parks & Recreation Board
The Moberly Parks and Recreation Board will hold a regular meeting with consent items, discussion items, and action items. Key discussions include pickleball in Jefferson City and the 2024 department annual report. Action items involve a Kubota equipment purchase, fireworks, and contracts with YMCA, MML, and Optimist. The board will also consider appropriations.
- Discussion of pickleball in Jefferson City
- Discussion of 2024 Department Annual Report
- Action on Kubota equipment
- Action on fireworks
- Action on YMCA, MML, and Optimist contracts
City Council
The Moberly City Council approved several resolutions, including a fireworks display agreement with J & M Displays, Inc. for 2025, a consent to assignment with County Bank and Mid Mo Aviation, a contract with Bartlett & West Inc. for a downtown parking study, and an appropriation of $445,962.91 for expenses. The council also approved the 'Run For Her Life' 5K event on May 11, 2025. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved fireworks display agreement with J & M Displays, Inc. for 2025 (5-0)
- Approved written consent to assignment between City, County Bank, and Mid Mo Aviation, LLC (5-0)
- Approved contract with Bartlett & West Inc. for downtown parking study (5-0)
- Appropriated $445,962.91 for expenses due Jan 30-Feb 12, 2025 (5-0)
- Approved 'Run For Her Life' 5K on May 11, 2025 (5-0)
- Approved agenda and minutes of Feb 3, 2025 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Friends of the Park
The Friends of the Park board will consider approving a $50,000 donation for Fox Park, confirm an email vote from October 2024, and approve minutes from the May 2024 meeting. No other substantive business is listed.
- Approval of $50,000 donation for Fox Park
- Confirmation of email vote from October 2024
- Approval of minutes from May 8, 2024 meeting
Special Road District
The Board will meet to review financial statements, approve bills, and receive the Superintendent's report. Discussion items include truck repairs and rock.
- Review and approval of bills to be paid
- Review and approval of financial statements
- Discussion of truck repairs
- Discussion of rock
Moberly Tourism Advisory Council (TAC)
The Tourism Advisory Council will hold a regular meeting covering roll call, approval of December 2024 minutes, and review of any available proposals. Old business includes an update from the Moberly Chamber of Commerce on tourism activities and information on the lodging tax account balance. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific proposals or dollar amounts noted ahead of the meeting.
- Approval of December 10, 2024 meeting minutes
- Review of proposals (if any available)
- Update from Moberly Chamber of Commerce on tourism activities
- Information on the lodging tax account balance
The Moberly Tourism Advisory Council held a regular meeting on February 11, 2025, with three members present. They approved the minutes from December 10, 2024, as presented. No proposals were received for review, and the council heard updates on social media stats and lodging tax account balances. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved December 10, 2024 minutes as presented (motion by Wright, second by Fischer)
- No proposals received for review under new business
- Heard January 2025 social media stats report from Chamber of Commerce
- Reviewed lodging tax account balances
Omar Bradley Museum
The Omar Bradley Committee accepted a $500 grant from Grain Belt Express for Little Dixie Library and received donated books. The board deferred voting on updated bylaws until the next meeting and discussed a potential Sister City partnership with the 1st Army in Germany. No financial report or prior minutes were available.
- Accepted $500 grant from Grain Belt Express for Little Dixie Library
- Received three books of 'The Private Life of General Omar Bradley' for donation
- Deferred bylaw update vote to next meeting
- Discussed Sister City participation with 1st Army in Germany (no action taken)
City Council
The Moberly City Council approved a $4,200 proposal from Mark Twain Regional Council of Governments for an environmental report for a new fire station and training tower, and accepted qualifications from Bond Architects and Outline & Associates for Phase 2 of the 911 dispatch center and city hall renovation projects. The council also accepted bids for the wastewater treatment plant floor replacement, with the lowest bid from David L. Wilbers Floor Covering, Inc. at $23,700. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved $4,200 environmental report proposal from Mark Twain Regional Council of Governments (5-0)
- Accepted qualifications from Bond Architects and Outline & Associates for Phase 2 consultant services (5-0)
- Accepted bids for wastewater treatment plant floor replacement, including $23,700 from David L. Wilbers Floor Covering, Inc. (5-0)
- Adopted consent agenda resolutions R1771-R1777, including lease agreements, highway safety program, change orders, and fire station apron replacement (5-0)
- Enacted ordinance vacating east 170 feet of Gilman Street (5-0)
- Enacted ordinance accepting Missouri Highway & Transportation Commission parking study agreement (5-0)
- Enacted ordinances for nuisance abatement special tax bills at 718 West Reed St. and 824 West Coates St. (5-0)
- Ratified emergency repairs to fire department communications antenna and cabling (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a text amendment to revise the manufactured home age restriction in Sec. 46-138 of the City Code, allowing homes older than 10 years if they meet certain construction standards. The commission tabled a site plan review for a proposed new fire station at 1445 S Morley Street until the February meeting, pending additional details on landscaping, lighting, signage, and stormwater. Minutes from previous meetings were approved.
- Approved text amendment revising manufactured home age restriction in Sec. 46-138 (7-1)
- Tabled site plan review for new fire station at 1445 S Morley Street until February meeting
- Approved January 27, 2025 agenda minutes
- Approved October 28, 2024 minutes
Parks & Recreation Board
The Moberly Parks and Recreation Board will consider approving the minutes from December 2024 meetings and appropriations for November and December 2024. The board will also receive a monthly staff report covering administration, aquatics, recreation, maintenance, and the athletic complex, and discuss a tree plan.
- Consideration of December 10, 2024, Park Board meeting minutes
- Consideration of minutes from the special meeting held December 12, 2024
- Action item: Appropriations for November and December 2024
- Tree plan discussion (no details provided)
- Monthly staff report covering multiple departments
Parks & Recreation Board
The Moberly Parks and Recreation Board will meet to discuss a tree plan and review appropriations from November and December 2024. The board will also receive a monthly staff report covering administration, aquatics, and park maintenance.
- Appropriations for November and December 2024
- Tree Plan discussion
- Monthly staff report on aquatics, concessions, and athletic complex
City Council
The Moberly City Council will consider an ordinance to extend the existing half-cent transportation sales tax and refer it to the April 2025 ballot. Other business includes approving a lease termination and new lease for lots at Omar Bradley Airport, a streetscape cooperative agreement with Christos Center and the Downtown Moberly CID, and various resolutions and appointments. The council will also receive an audit presentation and consider a new liquor license application.
- Ordinance to extend 0.5% transportation sales tax and submit to voters on April 8, 2025
- Resolution authorizing lease termination and new lease for Lots 1–6 at Omar Bradley Airport
- Ordinance authorizing a streetscape cooperative agreement with Christos Center and Downtown Moberly CID
- Consideration of approval for a new liquor license application
- Consideration of appointment to the Planning and Zoning Commission
The Moberly City Council approved an ordinance to place a half-cent transportation sales tax extension on the April 8, 2025 ballot, and adopted resolutions authorizing lease agreements at Omar Bradley Airport and a termination agreement with Energy Solutions Professionals. The council also approved a $1,017,792.17 expense appropriation, a new liquor license for That's Fire BBQ, and appointed Josh Barrett to the Board of Adjustment. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved ordinance to submit half-cent transportation sales tax extension to voters (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution R1767 authorizing airport lease termination and new lease (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution R1768 approving termination agreement with Energy Solutions Professionals (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution R1769 authorizing prescribed burning agreement with Timmermann Wildland Fire Service (5-0)
- Approved $1,017,792.17 appropriation for expenses Dec 31, 2024–Jan 15, 2025 (5-0)
- Approved liquor license for That's Fire BBQ, LLC at 400 West Reed St (5-0)
- Appointed Josh Barrett to Board of Adjustment (5-0)
- Approved streetscape cooperative agreement with Christos Center and Downtown Moberly CID (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Downtown CID
The Downtown Moberly Community Improvement District Board of Directors will meet to consider two resolutions. These items involve reimbursements under a master development agreement and the allocation of funds for downtown promotion.
- Resolution No. 2025-01: Reimbursement in accordance with a master development agreement
- Resolution No. 2025-02: Ratification of allocations and expenditures for downtown promotion
The Downtown Moberly Community Improvement District Board approved two resolutions at its January 15, 2025 meeting. Resolution 2025-01 directs reimbursement for legal fees under a master development agreement, and Resolution 2025-02 ratifies allocations for downtown promotion, including reimbursement for rack cards approved in December. All votes were unanimous (3-0) with one member absent.
- Approved agenda (3-0)
- Approved December 18, 2024 regular and December 20, 2024 special session minutes (3-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-01 directing reimbursement for legal fees (3-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-02 ratifying allocations for downtown promotion and approving expenditures (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Historic Preservation Committee
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a regular meeting with procedural items including call to order, roll call, and approval of minutes. The main substantive item is a review of the Design Guidelines under new business. Reports and applications may be discussed if available.
- Review of the Design Guidelines
The commission approved four applications for exterior changes to properties on West Reed Street, all meeting design guidelines. One approval included a condition to repair a concrete ledge, and another required returning for review after removing certain materials. No applications were denied.
- Approved Application No. 113-24 for 3 new windows at 533 West Reed Street, with concrete ledge repair (5-0)
- Approved Application No. 114-24 for awning and banner removal at 211 West Reed Street (5-0)
- Approved Application No. 115-24 for banding trim, storefront replacement, and painting at 420 West Reed Street (5-0)
- Approved Application No. 112-24 for window, trim, siding, signage, and address numbers at 504 West Reed Street, with condition to return for review after removing white board and panels (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Special Road District
The board will review and approve minutes, bills, and financial statements, hear the superintendent's report, and discuss old business including culvert projects and personnel matters. New business includes candidate filing for an open commissioner position. The meeting is largely procedural.
- Review and approval of meeting minutes
- Review and approval of bills to be paid
- Review and approval of financial statements
- Old business: culvert projects and personnel matters
- New business: candidate filing for commissioner
Omar Bradley Museum
The General Bradley Memorial, Library, and Museum Inc. board reviews its financial report showing $7,969 and two EJCD funds of $25,000 and $10,000, discusses submitted grants for projects including a school district collaboration and library wall, and receives updates on installations and armory projects. New business includes bylaws, an intern, and planning for a birthday commemoration.
- Financial report: FSCB $7,969, EJCD $25,000 & $10,000
- Grants submitted: Casey's (School District), Walmart (Library Wall), T-Mobile (Library Wall)
- Project updates: Installations, Armory, Library Wall, School District collaboration
- New business: Bylaws, Intern, West Point student, Annual Report, Birthday Commemoration at City Hall
- Planning for National VFW Convention, Columbus, OH - Aug. 9-13, 2025
The Omar Bradley Committee met on January 8, 2024, and received a $500 grant from Grain Belt Express for the Little Dixie Library. They also received three books about General Omar Bradley for local institutions, discussed by-law updates to be voted on next meeting, and planned a birthday commemoration on February 12 with a ribbon cutting for new MoDOT signs. No financial report or prior minutes were available, and no formal votes were taken.
- Received $500 grant from Grain Belt Express for Little Dixie Library
- Received three books of 'The Private Life of General Omar Bradley' for local institutions
- Scheduled vote on by-law updates for next meeting
- Planned birthday commemoration on February 12 with ribbon cutting for MoDOT signs
City Council
The Moberly City Council accepted the base bid for the Fox Park Parking Lot with no alternates, approved several resolutions including professional service amendments and change orders for the Industrial Park project, appointed Allison Boyd as City Treasurer/Collector, and approved a new liquor license for Chasers Bar & Grill. The council also moved two upcoming meetings due to holidays and appointed Josh Barrett to the Board of Adjustment. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Accepted Fox Park Parking Lot base bid (5-0)
- Adopted resolutions R1761-R1763 for Industrial Park project amendments/change orders (5-0)
- Enacted ordinance authorizing MOU with Missouri Department of Corrections (5-0)
- Appointed Allison Boyd as City Treasurer and City Collector (5-0)
- Authorized electronic business services agreement with Central Bank (5-0)
- Appropriated $1,048,055.37 for expenses Dec 12-30, 2024 (5-0)
- Moved Jan 20 meeting to Jan 21 and Feb 17 meeting to Feb 18 (5-0)
- Appointed Josh Barrett to Board of Adjustment for 5-year term (5-0)