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Scott City public meetings in 2025

22 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 1, 2025

City Council

City Council to approve up to $300,000 for Ball Park lift station repairs

The Scott City Council will consider several public‑safety and infrastructure items, including hearings on two properties deemed dangerous or substandard. It will vote on an ordinance for each property to require repair or demolition. The council will also decide whether to spend up to $300,000 on repairs to the Ball Park lift station and review open bids for work at 1905 Mary St.

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Mon Nov 17, 2025

City Council

Council will approve agenda, minutes, and bills for November 2025

The Scott City Council will vote to approve the meeting agenda, the minutes from the November 3 meeting, and the bills scheduled for payment on November 18. A public forum will be held with a five‑minute limit per speaker. Department heads will present reports, and the council may open a closed session to discuss confidential matters listed in RSMo §610.021.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $44,810.43 in bills for November 18, 2025

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda, the November 3 minutes, and bills totaling $44,810.43 to be paid on November 18. Council members also voiced support for City Administrator Dustin Whitworth’s decision to run for the school board. No new business was presented and the meeting was adjourned.

Mon Nov 3, 2025

City Council

Council to consider amendment to M‑2 Small Home Village zoning regulations

The Scott City Council will hold a public hearing on the M‑2 zoning district and consider Bill No. 1399 to amend section 400.224 of the zoning code. The council will also vote on contracts for a fence at the fire station, paving on Main Street, and paving for a new park pavilion. All items are slated for approval during the November 3, 2025 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Council amends M-2 Small Home Village zoning ordinance

The council approved an amendment to the M-2 Small Home Village zoning ordinance, with six members voting in favor and one absent. It also accepted the UFO Fencing bid for a pre‑stained fence at $8,825.00. The council approved the Black Diamond Paving bid of $34,959.00 to repave Main Street between Western and Mulberry. Additionally, the Black Diamond bid of $4,840.00 was approved to pave the park pavilion area.

Mon Oct 20, 2025

City Council

Council considers subdivision plat, utility waivers, and sewer contract

The Scott City Council will consider several items of new business, including an ordinance to accept the plat for the REC Investments First Subdivision and related easement dedications. The council will also hear a request from Free Gospel Church to waive water and sewer tap fees, and a request from DBL D Enterprises for approval of an outside sewer contract. Additionally, the council will recognize Cody Page for his contributions.

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✓ Decided: Council approved subdivision plat, waived church tap fees, and sewer contract

The council accepted the plat for REC Investments First Subdivision, including easements and restrictions, with six members voting in favor and two absent. It waived water and sewer tap fees for the Free Gospel Church with unanimous support. It also approved an outside sewer service contract for DBL D Enterprises (five in favor, one opposed) and passed routine agenda, minutes, and bill payments.

Mon Oct 6, 2025

City Council

Scott City Council to repeal nuisance ordinance and appoint fire department member

The Scott City Council will meet to approve minutes and bills, discuss a proposed ordinance to repeal and replace the city's nuisance code, and appoint a new member to the Fire Department. The meeting includes a closed session for personnel matters.

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✓ Decided: Council approved new nuisance‑abatement ordinance and appointed a fire department paramedic

The council adopted Bill No. 1400, repealing Chapter 230 on nuisances and enacting a new Chapter 230 for nuisance abatement, moving related sections to Chapters 500, 600, and 205, with a 7‑0 vote. They also appointed Josephine Collins, a paramedic, to the Fire Department, approved by a unanimous vote. The council approved the October 7 bills totaling $76,768.06 and adopted the agenda and the September 15 minutes without opposition. A motion to enter a closed session to discuss personnel was carried 7‑0.

Mon Sep 15, 2025

City Council

Scott City Council to appoint board member and approve audit

The Scott City Council will appoint a member to the Museum Board and approve the 2023-2024 audit. The body will also consider an ordinance to accept a collector's deed for tax property at 1905 Mary.

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✓ Decided: Council hires part-time patrol officer until full certification

The Scott City Council approved the meeting agenda, recent minutes, and a $22,550.36 bill payment. They appointed Norman Brant to the Museum Board, approved the 2023‑2024 city audit, and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to accept a collector’s deed for 1905 Mary St. The council also hired Nicholas Grubbs as a part‑time Patrol Officer pending certification and then adjourned.

Tue Sep 2, 2025

City Council

Scott City Council to consider Ward 3 appointment and website agreement

The City Council will meet to appoint a councilman for Ward 3 and discuss M-2 zoning. The body will also consider an ordinance to authorize a website design and hosting agreement with Civic Plus.

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✓ Decided: Council appointed Brian Pender to fill Ward 3 seat

The council appointed Brian Pender as the Ward 3 councilman for the remainder of the term. A motion was approved to have Planning & Zoning hold a public hearing to review the M‑2 zoning ordinance. The council also authorized the mayor to sign a website design and hosting agreement with CivicPlus.

Mon Aug 18, 2025

City Council

Scott City Council to discuss mayor appointment and water/sewer tap waiver

The City Council will meet to address the appointment of a mayor. The body will also consider a request from Ryan Landewee to waive water and sewer taps.

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✓ Decided: Council appointed Rick Brashear as mayor to finish the term

The council elected Council Member Rick Brashear to serve as mayor for the remainder of the term. It also waived the water and sewer tap fees for the property at 1515 Mary St. Additionally, the council authorized the City Administrator to sign a separation agreement with Matthew Rudd. A closed‑session was held to discuss litigation and personnel matters.

Mon Aug 4, 2025

City Council

City Council to consider agreement for sidewalk and curb repairs

The Scott City Council will meet to discuss city business and approve bills. The primary item for decision is an ordinance regarding infrastructure repairs.

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✓ Decided: Council approved agreement with Legacy Concrete for sidewalk repairs

The council authorized the mayor to sign a contract with Legacy Concrete for sidewalk and curb repairs, with six members voting in favor, one abstaining, and one absent. The council also approved payment of $50,376.44 in bills for August 5. Additional procedural motions, including agenda amendments and a closed‑session authorization, were adopted unanimously.

Mon Jul 21, 2025

City Council

Scott City Council to consider funding for Community Development Block Grant

The City Council will discuss seeking federal funding and amending city ordinances. Proposed changes include renaming the Fair Housing policy and updating parking restrictions on Maple Street.

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✓ Decided: Council approved parking ban on Maple St. and renamed Fair Housing policy

The council adopted a resolution to seek Community Development Block Grant funding. It renamed the Fair Housing and Public Accommodations Policy to Human Rights and added a new section on non‑violent civil rights demonstrations. It also amended the parking schedule to eliminate parking on both sides of Maple St. from Fourth to Sixth Street. All actions were approved by vote.

Mon Jul 7, 2025

City Council

Scott City Council to vote on water and sewer rate adjustments

The City Council will consider ordinances to adjust water and sewer rates and authorize a comprehensive plan agreement with PGAV Planners, LLC. The body will also vote on several infrastructure repairs and a vehicle purchase for the Fire Department.

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✓ Decided: Council approved water‑sewer rate increase and key public‑works projects

The council voted to amend water and sewer rates to cover expenses. It also approved several public‑works actions, including a $24,325 concrete contract, a $6,278 concrete replacement at Ice Cream Corner, a no‑parking ordinance on Maple Street, and the purchase of a $49,939 fire truck. All motions were carried with the votes recorded in the minutes.

Mon Jun 16, 2025

City Council

Scott City Council to consider subdivision plats and animal regulation changes

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on subdivision plats for Jeffries Landing and Martin Estates. Members will also discuss parking restrictions on Maple St. and an agreement for city property tax collection.

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✓ Decided: Council approves subdivisions, tax agreement, and fire department salary changes

The council adopted subdivision plats for Jeffrey’s Landing and Martin Estates, amended animal regulations on fowl numbers, and authorized the mayor to execute a tax‑collection agreement with Scott County. In closed session, members increased the fire chief’s salary, hired an assistant fire chief, and approved a budget amendment for an additional fire truck. The council also decided to enforce parking on only one side of the 400 block of Maple Street.

Mon Jun 2, 2025

City Council

Scott City Council to consider bids for Comprehensive Strategic Plan

The City Council will hold a public hearing for a minor subdivision and consider bids for a Comprehensive Strategic Plan. The body will also review ordinances regarding street traffic and home-based business zoning.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $70,000 PGAV strategic plan and added Fifth St. stop sign

The council denied the subdivision plat for Martin Estates Minor Subdivision. It approved the $70,000 bid from PGAV for the Comprehensive Strategic Plan. The council also approved new liquor licenses, amended the Through Streets Schedule to add a stop sign at Fifth St. and Kelley Ave, and approved a paving contract for $14,700.

Mon May 19, 2025

City Council

Scott City Council to hold public hearing on multiple zoning code amendments

The City Council will conduct a public hearing and consider several ordinances to update zoning regulations, subdivision rules, and the personnel code. The body will also review a traffic code amendment regarding off-road vehicles and a specific public works project.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts new personnel code, several zoning ordinances, and hires contractor

The council approved Bill #1375, repealing and replacing the city personnel code. It also adopted six zoning‑related ordinances (Bills #1377, #1378, #1379, #1380, #1381, #1384) and approved a contract for Monty Keesee to slope a bank at Pennington and Chestnut for $4,811. All motions passed with unanimous support from the six members present.

Mon Apr 21, 2025

City Council

Council to certify election, appoint officials, consider pipe purchase and fire gear

The Scott City Council will certify the April 8 election results, swear in new council members, appoint a mayor pro-tem, city attorney, and city engineer. They will also consider a resident's request to buy and install pipe on Keeley Street, set a public hearing on zoning code changes, and vote on a $16,165 fire-department equipment purchase and three new fire department members.

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✓ Decided: Council approved purchase of four police Dodge Durangos with a $64,000 down payment.

The council approved several contracts, including a $16,165 purchase of an Aerial Master Stream for the fire department and a $64,000 down payment for four 2025 Dodge Durangos for the police department. It also adopted a motion to remove a agenda item, verified the April 8 municipal election results, and set a May 19 public hearing on Chapter 400 ordinance changes. Appointments were made for Mayor Pro Tem, City Attorney, City Engineer, and Planning & Zoning staff for one‑year terms.

Mon Apr 7, 2025

City Council

Council to consider annexation and zoning for Hoffman Fireworks property

The Scott City Council will vote on several ordinances and resolutions, including annexing property for a fireworks business, adopting a new personnel code, and authorizing a grant agreement for wastewater treatment plant improvements. The council will also set a public hearing for a minor subdivision and consider appointing new Planning & Zoning board members.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves annexation of adjacent land as Light Industrial zone

The council set a May 5 public hearing for the Bollinger Subdivision application. It authorized the mayor to sign a parking‑lot‑clearing agreement with the Scott City School District. The personnel code ordinance was tabled pending department‑head review. The council approved annexing adjacent property as I‑1 Light Industrial, authorized a Delta Regional Authority award for the wastewater plant, appointed three new members to the Planning & Zoning Board, and hired Matthew Rudd as a patrolman.

Mon Mar 17, 2025

City Council

Council to vote on $48,000 billing software purchase

The Scott City Council will consider approving a $48,000 purchase of Edmunds billing software for the administrative department, funded through Capital Improvements. The council will also approve the agenda, minutes, and bills, and hear department reports. A closed session is scheduled for personnel matters.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $48,000 software purchase from Edmunds GovTech

The council approved purchasing new billing and financial software from Edmunds GovTech for $48,000, replacing GWorks. A public hearing was held to annex and zone property as I-1 Light Industrial per the Richard E. Hoffman Living Trust application, with no discussion. The council also approved bills totaling $24,745.16 and the minutes from March 3, 2025. A request from a developer to waive water tap, meter, and sewer hookup fees was deferred to the April 7 agenda.

Mon Mar 3, 2025

City Council

Council to consider resolution for annexation public hearing and $16,744 equipment purchase

The Scott City Council will vote on a resolution to set a public hearing for voluntary annexation of property owned by the Richard E. Hoffman Living Trust. They will also consider approving the purchase of a side-by-side vehicle for Public Works for $16,744, the lowest bid received. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes, bills, and department reports, and will close for a personnel discussion.

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✓ Decided: Council sets annexation hearing, approves $16,744 side-by-side

The Scott City Council approved a resolution setting a public hearing for March 17, 2025, on a voluntary annexation request by the Richard E. Hoffman Living Trust. The council also approved the purchase of a Can-Am side-by-side for Public Works for $16,744.00, a budgeted item. All votes were unanimous among present members, with two members absent.

Mon Feb 3, 2025

City Council

Council to vote on occupancy permit changes, 911 agreement, and fire dispatch contracts

The Scott City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning ordinance amendment for occupancy permits (Bill No. 1362). The council will also vote on multiple interlocal agreements: a 911 emergency board contract with Scott County, fire dispatch services with the City of Chaffee, and fire protection with the Village of Kelso. Other new business includes approval of a $9,500 tree removal at the cemetery, purchase of turnout gear for $7,192 (partially grant-funded), and a $20,482 equipment purchase for a 32-apartment development. The meeting may close for personnel discussion.

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✓ Decided: Council approves multiple ordinances, fire gear, and utility meters

The Scott City Council approved several ordinances, including changes to occupancy permits and peddler/solicitor rules, agreements for 911 dispatch and fire services, and participation in a firefighters' critical illness trust. They also approved tree removal at the cemetery, adding a firefighter, purchasing turnout gear, supplying meters for a development, and rejecting an easement closure. A new patrolman was hired in closed session.

Tue Jan 21, 2025

City Council

Council to vote on fire department agreements, turnout gear, and cemetery tree removal

The Scott City Council will consider several ordinances, including updates to peddler/solicitor regulations and intergovernmental agreements for 911, fire dispatch, and fire protection with neighboring communities. The council will also vote on a $9,500 tree removal at the cemetery, adding a firefighter, and purchasing $7,192 in turnout gear with partial grant reimbursement. A closed session may follow for legal or personnel matters.

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✓ Decided: Council approves cemetery tree removal, fire gear, and multiple ordinances

The Scott City Council approved the removal of 10 trees at the cemetery for $9,500 by Stan's Tree Service, and approved the purchase of 8 sets of turnout gear for the Fire Department at a cost of $7,192, with half reimbursed by a grant. The council also passed several ordinances, including amendments to peddler regulations, agreements with Scott County 911, Chaffee Fire Department dispatch, the Missouri Firefighters Critical Illness Trust, and the Village of Kelso for fire protection. Additionally, Gavin Venable was approved to join the fire department.

Mon Jan 6, 2025

City Council

Council to vote on four zoning changes and hold two public hearings for rezonings

The Scott City Council will consider multiple ordinances to rezone properties, including a change from C-1 to R-1 for the Siebert property, R-1 to R-2 for Madison Property Group, and two R-1 to C-1 rezonings for Semo Community LLC and Ryan Landewee. Public hearings will be held on the two R-1 to C-1 rezonings at 401 Oak St. and 1412 Mary St. Other agenda items include discussion of peddlers, approval of a water hookup for an outside customer, appointment of two firefighters, and a closed session for personnel and contract negotiation.

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✓ Decided: Council approves multiple rezoning and budget amendments

The Scott City Council approved several zoning changes, including reclassifying properties to R-1, R-2, and C-1, and amended the FY 2024/2025 budget. It also approved a water contract for an outside customer, appointed two firefighters, and made an emergency police hire. All votes were unanimous except for the water contract, which passed 6-1.

Mon Jan 6, 2025

City Council

Scott City Council to consider multiple zoning changes and budget amendments

The City Council will discuss several requests to reclassify land use and amend zoning regulations. The body is also reviewing an update to the 2024/2025 operations budget to reflect actual expenditures.

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