St. Joseph public meetings in 2025

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board voted to close the meeting, entered a closed session to discuss a grievance, then voted to reopen the meeting and returned to open session. With no further agenda items, the board adjourned.

• Motion to close meeting carried (Cazel, Fender, Ellis, Cravatt all Aye)
• Motion to reopen meeting carried (Cazel, Fender, Ellis, Cravatt all Aye)
• Meeting adjourned by Chairperson Cazel

Trades Board of Appeals

The Trades Board of Appeals will review the adoption of the 2024 International Building, Residential, and Fire Codes, among others. The meeting is scheduled for December 22, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. in the 4th Floor Conference Room at City Hall.

• Review adoption of 2024 Building Code
• Review adoption of 2024 Residential Code
• Review adoption of 2024 Fire Code
• Review adoption of 2024 Mechanical Code and Fuel Gas Code
• Review adoption of 2024 Plumbing Code

The Trades Board of Appeals discussed adoption of the 2024 Building, Residential, Existing Building, Mechanical, Fuel Gas, Electrical, Plumbing, Property Maintenance, and Fire Codes. The board decided to read the new codes on their own and report back. A follow‑up meeting was scheduled for January 12, 2026 at 4:00 pm.

• Board decided to review new codes individually; next meeting set for Jan 12 2026 (4:00 pm)

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission is meeting to establish formal charges and goals for the body. Members will discuss a community engagement strategy and plan events for January and the first quarter of 2026.

• Establishing charges to deliver human rights-focused events monthly or semi-monthly
• Developing a community engagement strategy including surveys and outreach to local organizations
• Planning for a January event
• Brainstorming and goal setting for Q1 2026

The commission voted by voice to approve the meeting agenda and the October 2025 minutes. A motion to adjourn was made by Stickley, seconded by Sylvester, and the meeting was adjourned at 6:00 p.m.

• Approved agenda and October 2025 minutes (voice vote, unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Stickley, seconded by Sylvester)

Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will meet to authorize several payments and a rebuilding project. The session includes a closed session for personnel actions and an occupancy review.

• Resolution #1089: $169,269.97 for 2026 MHAPCI Property & Casualty, Auto, D&O & EPLI Coverages
• Resolution #1090: $47,612.65 for the second lease payment for the Verkada Camera project
• Resolution #1091: Proposal and contractor agreement with S&S Real Estate Contractor to rebuild 820 N5TH Street using insurance proceeds

Library Board

The St. Joseph Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to review November financial reports and approve specific facility upgrades. The board is scheduled to vote on projects regarding lighting and printing services.

• Column Lighting Project at East Hills Library
• Self-Service Printing/Copying/Scanning Project
• Approval of checks #35858 through #35899 and November electronic withdrawals
• Purchasing Policy discussion

City Council

The City Council will meet on December 16, 2025, to vote on whether to close the meeting. If closed, the body will discuss legal actions, employee group negotiations, and real estate transactions.

• Vote to close the meeting per Section 610.021(1) and (2) RSMo.
• Discussion of legal actions and litigation
• Negotiations with employee groups
• Leasing, purchase, or sale of real estate

The council approved the agenda with an 8‑1 vote. It then voted 8‑1 to move into a closed executive session to discuss legal and real‑estate matters. The meeting reconvened in open session and adjourned by general consent.

• Accepted agenda (8-1)
• Voted to enter closed session (8-1)
• Adjourned meeting (by general consent)

Land Bank Board

The Land Bank Board will meet to review demolition bid statuses and abatement invoices. The board will also examine the remaining fund balance and hold a closed session to discuss the potential sale of real estate.

• Demolitions and bid status review
• Review of abatement invoices
• Review of remaining fund balance
• Closed session regarding the potential sale of real estate

Downtown Review Board

The Downtown Review Board will consider two requests for Certificates of Appropriateness from GW Development Group. Both requests concern modifications to the property located at 513 Francis St.

• Request to replace glass brick windows at 513 Francis St.
• Request to construct a year-round patio on the east side of 513 Francis St.

The Downtown Review Board unanimously approved the October 1, 2025 meeting minutes. The board approved a COA to remove glass block windows at 513 Francis, with a vote of 4 ayes, 0 nays and 1 recusal. The board also approved a COA to construct an enclosed patio at the same address, with the same vote tally of 4 ayes, 0 nays and 1 recusal.

• Approved Oct. 1, 2025 minutes (voice vote unanimous)
• Approved COA for exterior glass block removal at 513 Francis (4-0-1 recuse)
• Approved COA for enclosed patio construction at 513 Francis (4-0-1 recuse)

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss legal actions, causes of action, or litigation. The Council will vote on whether to make the meeting closed under Section 610.021(1) RSMo.

• Discussion of legal actions and litigation
• Vote on whether to close the meeting

The City Council unanimously accepted the meeting agenda. It then voted to enter a closed executive session to discuss litigation matters. The council adjourned the meeting by general consent. No public hearings, reports, or other business were conducted.

• Agenda accepted (9-0)
• Motion to enter closed executive session carried (9-0)
• Meeting adjourned by general consent

City Council

The St. Joseph City Council will consider a slate of ordinances and resolutions, including salary increases for the municipal court judge, police training funds, and several technology and public‑safety contracts. A major item is an ordinance authorizing a $1,372,616 purchase of SkyDio docking “nest” systems and drones, with a $274,523.20 budget amendment for the first‑year payment. The council will also approve nominations to the Museum Oversight Board and adopt various infrastructure and software agreements.

• Ordinance authorizing $1,372,616 for two SkyDio docking “nest” systems and six drones, plus $274,523.20 budget amendment (Bill #1479-22)
• Ordinance authorizing $847,663.86 for Accela Civic Platform software and $169,849.56 for implementation services, total $1,017,513.42 (Bill #1482-22)
• Ordinance authorizing $59,215.24 purchase of Procore project‑management software (Bill #1475-22)
• Ordinance authorizing $12,375 for strobe lighting installation at Frazier, Smith, and Lewis tower sites (Bill #1469-22)
• Ordinance accepting $4,957.39 from Missouri Dept. of Public Safety for police officer training, plus $986.36 roll‑forward and $957.39 over‑budget allocation (Bill #1468-22)

The St. Joseph City Council passed a series of ordinances and resolutions that amend budgets, approve contracts, and make appointments. Highlights include a $1,372,616 purchase of Skydio drones and docking systems for rapid emergency response, a $450,000 police salary increase, and multiple technology and infrastructure contracts. The council also appointed a new City Clerk and authorized vehicle purchases for Animal Services using Marijuana Tax funds.

• Approved $2,560.44 General Fund amendment for Municipal Court Judge salary increase (Bill #1467-22)
• Accepted $4,957.39 from Missouri Dept. of Public Safety for police training and rolled forward $986.36 (Bill #1468-22)
• Authorized $12,375 purchase and installation of strobe lighting on tower sites (Bill #1469-22)
• Approved $450,000 police salary increase under Working Agreement (Bill #1471-22)
• Authorized $1,372,616 purchase of Skydio drones and docking “nest” systems, with $274,523.20 Mass Transit Fund allocation (Bill #1479-22)
• Appointed Kaycee Garton as City Clerk effective Feb 2 2026 (Resolution #50279)
• Authorized purchase of a 2026 Ford Transit cargo van for Animal Services for $53,510.56 using Marijuana Tax funds (Resolution #50280)
• Renewed insurance policies with Missouri Public Entity Risk Management Fund and Houston Casualty Company for approx $1,549,797.60 total (Resolution #1491-22)

City Council Work Session

The council will hold a work session on December 8, 2025 at City Hall, 1100 Frederick Avenue. The only agenda item is a progress update from the Health Department on the Survey Guided Action Plan. No decisions or votes are listed; the session appears to be for informational discussion.

• Survey Guided Action Plan progress update – Health Department

On December 8, 2025, the St. Joseph City Council met for a work session. Health Director Debra Bradley presented the Survey Guided Action Plan Progress Report for the Health Department. Council members asked questions and then adjourned the meeting. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Personnel Board

The St. Joseph Personnel Board will meet on Dec 5, 2025 at 4 p.m. in the 1st‑floor conference room at 1100 Frederick Avenue. The agenda includes a closed‑meeting vote on an employee grievance under RSMo 610.021(3). The meeting will also allow public comment before adjourning.

• Vote to close the meeting under RSMo 610.021(3) for employee grievance
• Discussion of employee grievance in closed session
• Vote to adjourn from the closed meeting
• Public comment period

The Personnel Board voted 4-0 to close the meeting. It then voted 4-0 to come out of closed session. The meeting was adjourned by the board chair.

• Motion to close the meeting passed (4-0)
• Motion to come out of closed session passed (4-0)
• Meeting adjourned by Cazel

Aviation Board

The Rosecrans Memorial Aviation Advisory Board will meet to review airport and military updates. The board will also discuss the 2024 Capital Improvement Program campaign.

• Approval of October 1, 2025 minutes
• Airport and Military updates
• 2024 Capital Improvement Program campaign

The Aviation Board approved the October 1, 2025 meeting minutes. Members voted 6‑yes, 0‑no to keep future meetings at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesdays. The board then adjourned the session at 12:10 p.m.

• Approved October 1, 2025 minutes (motion made and seconded)
• Motion to keep Aviation Board meetings at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesdays passed 6‑yes, 0‑no
• Motion to adjourn approved; meeting adjourned at 12:10 p.m.

Community Police Advisory Committee

The Community Police Advisory Committee will meet on December 2, 2025 to approve the September 2, 2025 minutes, discuss community concerns, and interact with the Police Department. The agenda also lists old business, unfinished business, and a public comment period. No specific contracts, ordinances, or dollar amounts are noted.

• Approval of September 2, 2025 minutes
• Discussion on community concerns
• Interaction with Police Department
• Old business
• Public comment

Social Welfare Board of Buchanan County

The Social Welfare Board of Buchanan County will hold its December 2, 2025 meeting at Rogers Pharmacy to discuss financial audits, approve minutes, and review the 2025-2026 budget. The agenda includes updates on employee insurance renewals, clinic statistics, and a report from the Friends of Free Clinic.

• Approval of Employees Insurance Renewals (Medical)
• Updated Budget Review 2025-2026
• Financial Audit Report
• Operational Director reports
• Friends of Free Clinic (FOFC) Update

The board approved the minutes from the October 28, 2025 meeting. It approved the updated 2025‑2026 budget. The board approved the renewal of the Aetna employee health insurance contract for 2026. The October financial statements were accepted and filed for audit.

• Approved October 28, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved updated 2025‑2026 budget (board approval)
• Approved Aetna employee health insurance renewal for 2026 (motion passed)
• Accepted October financials and filed for audit (motion passed)

City Council

The St. Joseph City Council will approve minutes from prior meetings, honor retiring employees, and consider a slate of ordinances and resolutions. Key items include a $14,000,000 industrial development revenue bond for Schutz Container Systems, a $727,954.62 FAA telecommunications contract for a new control tower at Rosecrans Memorial Airport, and a $1,902,150.15 landfill waste relocation contract with MCON, LLC. Additional proposals cover public‑safety equipment, technology upgrades, and other capital projects.

• Bill #1458-22: Issuance of approximately $14,000,000 industrial development revenue bonds for Schutz Container Systems, Inc.
• Bill #1454-22: Two reimbursable agreements with the FAA totaling $727,954.62 for design, engineering, and installation of telecommunications systems for a new air traffic control tower at Rosecrans Memorial Airport.
• Bill #1455-22: Amendment to the landfill fund budget and unit‑price contract with MCON, LLC for the City sanitary landfill waste relocation project, amounting to $1,902,150.15.
• Bill #1479-22: Five‑year agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for two SkyDio docking “nest” systems and six SkyDio drones, total cost $1,372,616.00, plus a $274,523.20 amendment to the mass transit fund for first‑year payment.
• Bill #1482-22: Five‑year statement of work with CaraHSOFT Technology Corp. for Accela Civic platform software ($847,663.86) and implementation services ($169,849.56), total project cost $1,017,513.42.

The council authorized a taxable industrial development revenue bond issuance of approximately $14 million to finance a project for Schutz Container Systems. It also approved a $7,499,998 airport aid agreement for the design of the 139th Missouri Air National Guard Aircraft Maintenance Facility at Rosecrans Memorial Airport and a $727,954.62 FAA telecommunications contract for the new air traffic control tower. Additional approvals included contracts for landfill waste relocation, park roof replacement, snowplow replacements, technology hardware, and field reconditioning.

• Approved $14,000,000 industrial development revenue bonds for Schutz Container Systems (Resolution No. 50228)
• Approved $7,499,998 airport aid agreement for Rosecrans Memorial Airport design (Ordinance S.O. 10749)
• Approved $727,954.62 FAA telecommunications contract for Rosecrans air traffic control tower (Ordinance S.O. 10750)
• Approved $1,902,150.15 landfill waste relocation contract with MCON, LLC (Ordinance S.O. 10751)
• Approved $38,930.00 bathhouse roof replacement at St. Joseph Aquatic Park (Ordinance S.O. 10753)
• Approved purchase of three snowplow replacements for $53,301.00 (Resolution No. 50234)
• Approved purchase of hardware for PC Refresh Initiative up to $161,000.00 (Resolution No. 50235)
• Approved contract to recondition fields at Bill McKinney Softball Complex for $42,473.00 (Resolution No. 50236)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to receive progress updates on the Survey Guided Action Plan. The session will also include an update on projects funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) within the Parks and Public Works departments.

• Survey Guided Action Plan progress update from Parks & Recreation & Civic Facilities
• Update on ARPA funded Parks projects
• Update on ARPA funded Public Works projects

The council met to hear presentations on the Survey Guided Action Plan Progress Report from the Parks & Recreation and Civic Facilities departments. No motions or votes were taken. An update on ARPA‑funded parks and public works projects was postponed due to lack of time.

Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will meet to consider three resolutions regarding financial policies and losses. The meeting includes a review of occupancy and financials.

• Resolution #1086: Adopting a Donation Acceptance Policy
• Resolution #1087: Approving a collection loss write-off of $1,521.07
• Resolution #1088: Approving the write-off of checks 90 days outstanding for Voucher and Low Rent programs

The board approved Resolution #1086, adopting a donation‑acceptance policy that covers both incoming and outgoing donations. Resolutions #1087 and #1088 were also approved, charging off a $1,521.07 collection loss and writing off $234 in outstanding checks. All three motions passed unanimously.

• Adopted Donation Acceptance Policy (Resolution #1086) – Approved (3-0)
• Charged off collection loss of $1,521.07 (Resolution #1087) – Approved (3-0)
• Wrote off $234 in overdue checks for Voucher and Public Housing Programs (Resolution #1088) – Approved (3-0)

Library Board

The St. Joseph Public Library Board will vote on adopting a Purchasing Policy and on bids for lawncare, snow and ice removal services. The board will also vote to approve the 2024‑2025 financial audit, October financial reports, and the October 23, 2025 meeting minutes. Additional discussion will cover a Library Projects Overview and other old and new business items.

• Vote on Purchasing Policy
• Vote on Lawncare / Snow and Ice Removal bids
• Approval of checks #35806‑#35857 and October electronic withdrawals
• Vote to approve 2024‑2025 Financial Audit
• Approval of October 23, 2025 Board meeting minutes

The board accepted the 2024‑2025 financial audit and approved the October 23 meeting minutes. It approved the library’s snow, ice removal and lawn‑care contract with McCormick Lawncare, adding a condition that no subcontractors be used. The board also approved the amendment to the Public Services Policy limiting faxing to the East Hills and Downtown locations and tabled further action on the new Purchasing Policy. All motions passed with unanimous or majority votes as recorded.

• Accepted 2024‑2025 financial audit (unanimous)
• Approved October 23, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved checks #35806‑#35857, electronic withdrawals and journal entries (6‑1)
• Approved pages 9‑22 of the financial report (unanimous)
• Tabled vote on the Purchasing Policy (unanimous)
• Approved McCormick Lawncare snow and lawn‑care bid with subcontractor restriction (unanimous)
• Amended Public Services Policy to limit faxing to East Hills and Downtown libraries (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The St. Joseph Planning Commission will consider several items. It will vote on the August 28, 2025 meeting minutes, a request by Ventura Homes LLC to change a C3 commercial district to an R‑1B detached single‑family residential district, a preliminary plat for the Venetian Falls subdivision, and an alley vacation at 624 N. 7th St. requested by Daniel Moser and Rebecca Thacker.

• Approval of minutes from the August 28, 2025 Planning Commission meeting.
• Request to change zoning from C3 Commercial to R‑1B Detached Single Family Residential (Ventura Homes LLC).
• Request for approval of a preliminary plat for the Venetian Falls major subdivision (Ventura Homes LLC).
• Request for an alley vacation at 624 N. 7th St. (Daniel Moser and Rebecca Thacker).

The St. Joseph Planning Commission unanimously approved the preliminary plat for the Venetian Falls subdivision proposed by Ventura Homes LLC. The commission also unanimously approved an alley vacation request for 624 N. 7th St. submitted by Daniel Moser and Rebecca Thacker. Both motions passed with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved preliminary plat for Venetian Falls subdivision (7-0)
• Approved alley vacation at 624 N. 7th St. (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss the hiring, firing, disciplining, or promoting of an employee. The Council will vote at the start of the meeting to determine if the session will be closed to the public.

• Discussion of employee personnel actions (hiring, firing, disciplining, or promoting)

The council accepted the agenda as published with unanimous support. It then voted to adjourn into an executive (closed) session to discuss hiring, firing, disciplining, or promoting an employee when personal information is involved. After the closed session, the council reconvened in open session and adjourned by general consent.

• Agenda accepted (9 ayes, 0 nays)
• Motion to enter closed executive session carried (9 ayes, 0 nays)
• Council adjourned by general consent

Senior Citizen Foundation, Inc. Board

The Board of the Senior Citizens Foundation, Inc. will meet to review financial and director reports. The body will discuss building maintenance and review allocation requests.

• Treasurer’s Report by Harlyn Fritzson
• Discussion of building maintenance
• Review of allocation requests
• Presentation on the history of the Joyce Raye Patterson 50+ Activity Center
• Vote on whether a December meeting is necessary

The board approved the October 21 minutes and the Treasurer’s Report without dissent. Members also voted unanimously to cancel the upcoming December meeting. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved October 21 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Treasurer’s Report (unanimous)
• Skipped December meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission meeting on November 12, 2025 will approve the June 11, 2025 meeting minutes. Commissioners will discuss a formal application from Daniel Moser to vacate an alley adjacent to his properties on the north side of 624 N 7 St and the west sides of 624 and 614 N 7 St. They will also discuss a request from Rachael Bittiker to install permanent “No-Parking” signs on the north side of Olive Street between 6th and 8th Streets for safety reasons.

• Approve June 11, 2025 meeting minutes
• Consider Daniel Moser’s alley vacation request for the alley north of 624 N 7 St and west of 624 and 614 N 7 St
• Consider Rachael Bittiker’s request for permanent no‑parking signs on north side of Olive St between 6th and 8th St

City Council

The St. Joseph City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a $7.5 million airport aid agreement, land purchases for a transit shelter and ARPA project, and multiple budget amendments. The agenda also includes a nomination to the Tree Board and a resolution to cancel the December 22 meeting. Most items are routine approvals, but the airport grant and landfill contract are significant.

• Ordinance authorizing $7,499,998 airport aid agreement with Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission for design of 139th Missouri Air National Guard facility at Rosecrans Memorial Airport
• Ordinance authorizing $1,902,150.15 contract with MCON, LLC for landfill waste relocation
• Ordinance authorizing purchase of 2001 and 2005 Frederick Avenue from Goldenho LLC for $25,000 for a transit bus shelter
• Resolution authorizing $197,209.85 purchase of a 2025 Ford F750 service truck for landfill division
• Resolution authorizing $127,159 change order for City Hall masonry project

The council adopted several ordinances and resolutions, including roll‑forward of fire department funds and a land purchase for a new bus shelter. It authorized a $127,159 change order for the City Hall masonry project and a $197,209.85 purchase of a Ford F750 service truck for the Landfill Division. The council also canceled the December 22 regular meeting.

• Adopted Ordinance S.O. 10743 rolling forward $23,456.60 fire department funds
• Adopted Ordinance S.O. 10744 rolling forward $37,444.27 Pipeline Emergency Response Grant funds
• Adopted Ordinance S.O. 10745 authorizing $25,000 purchase of land for a new transit bus shelter
• Adopted Resolution authorizing $127,159 Change Order for City Hall Masonry Project
• Adopted Resolution authorizing purchase of a 2025 Ford F750 service truck for $197,209.85 for Landfill Division
• Adopted Resolution affirming $42,511.50 purchase of replacement parts for DAF biosolids removal sweeps
• Adopted Resolution authorizing up to $77,980 work order for sewer manhole re‑inspection
• Adopted Resolution authorizing $25,000 deductible for excavator repair at the Landfill

City Council

The St. Joseph City Council will first vote on whether to hold the special meeting as a closed session. If approved, the council will discuss confidential matters related to leasing, purchase or sale of real estate, sealed bids and proposals, and security or surveillance information that could affect public safety.

• Vote on making the special meeting a closed session
• Discussion of leasing, purchase, or sale of real estate by the city
• Review of sealed bids and related documents
• Review of sealed proposals and related documents
• Discussion of security measures, GPS data, and investigative or surveillance techniques

The council accepted the agenda as published. It then voted to adjourn into an executive (closed) session to discuss real‑estate leasing, sealed bids, and security matters. The meeting later reconvened in open session and adjourned by general consent.

• Agenda accepted – motion carried with 9 ayes
• Adjourned to executive (closed) session – motion carried with 9 ayes
• Meeting adjourned by general consent – unanimous

Land Bank Board

The St. Joseph Land Bank Board will meet to review several pending matters, including a legislative update and reports on demolitions, nuisance abatement invoices, and the remaining fund balance. The board will also consider applications for collector’s deeds, quiet title actions, and the purchase of Land Bank properties. Public comment will be allowed before the meeting adjourns.

• Demolitions
• Nuisance Abatement Invoices
• Remaining Fund Balance
• Applications for Collector’s Deeds
• Applications for Purchase of LB Properties

The board approved the meeting minutes and voted to pay roughly $10,000 in nuisance‑abatement invoices from Land Bank funds. It authorized the City Attorney to file Quiet Title actions for five properties held by the Land Bank. The board also supported creating an annual report on the Land Bank’s mission and scheduled demolition bids for two properties on Nov. 14, 2025.

• Approved meeting minutes (voice vote unanimous)
• Approved payment of approximately $10,000 nuisance‑abatement invoices (voice vote unanimous)
• Authorized filing Quiet Title actions for five properties (voice vote unanimous)
• Scheduled demolition bids for two properties on Nov. 14, 2025
• Supported creation of an annual report for the Land Bank (board indicated support)
• Moved to enter closed session for purchase applications (motion passed)
• Moved to end closed session (motion passed)
• Reported remaining fund balance of $309,383.58

Sustainable Environment Advisory Committee

The Sustainable Environment Advisory Committee will review a pollinator corridor plan for downtown, a grant for native plantings at the Washington Park Library, and a recycling workshop. The group will also consider changing meeting frequency and discuss ongoing tree and stormwater projects.

• Review pollinator corridor idea for downtown
• Review grant for native plantings at Washington Park Library
• Consider changing meeting frequency
• Note updates on proposal to create Landscape Ordinance
• Consider another date for Composting workshop

City Council

The St. Joseph City Council will consider a series of ordinances and contracts, including a speed‑limit change for a school zone, fire‑department budget amendments for environmental services and debris removal, and multiple grant and easement agreements. A key item is the authorization to submit a Federal Transit Administration grant application for approximately $2,088,082 to fund transit operating assistance for fiscal year 2025. The council will also review nominations for the Downtown Review Board and adopt routine items such as minutes and the consent agenda.

• Ordinance to set a 25 mph speed limit in the school zone for Lake Contrary Early Learning Center (Bill #1421-22).
• Fire Department budget amendment authorizing up to $68,727 for Environmental Works services at 408‑424 South 8th Street (Bill #1422-22).
• Authorization to apply for a $2,088,082 Federal Transit Administration grant for transit operating assistance (Bill #1424-22).
• Sale of permanent right‑of‑way and utility easements to News‑Press & Gazette Company for $10,100, plus a $200,000 capital project for Pickett Road & Craig Parkway (Bill #1426-22).
• Grant agreements for Rosecrans Memorial Airport apron reconstruction totaling $732,106, with a $34,184 local match (Bill #1428-22).

The council passed several ordinances, including a 25 mph school zone for Lake Contrary Early Learning Center and multiple fire‑department budget amendments. It approved a $2,088,082 Federal Transit Administration grant, a $697,922 airport apron reconstruction grant, and an elevator upgrade at the Joyce Raye Patterson 50+ Activity Center. A motion to withdraw a real‑estate purchase ordinance for 110 S. 8th St. was also carried.

• Approved 25 mph school zone for Lake Contrary Early Learning Center (Bill #1421-22)
• Approved fire‑department budget amendments for demolition site work totaling $138,524 (Bills #1422-22, #1423-22)
• Approved $2,088,082 Federal Transit Administration grant application (Bill #1424-22)
• Approved $697,922 Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission grant for Rosecrans Airport apron reconstruction (Bill #1428-22)
• Approved $5,215.53 payment from Woodspring Suites for hotel planning services (Bill #1425-22)
• Approved $10,100 easement sale and $200,000 capital project for Pickett Road & Craig Parkway (Bill #1426-22)
• Approved $239,955.84 elevator upgrade at Joyce Raye Patterson 50+ Activity Center (Bill #1429-22)
• Withdrew ordinance to purchase 110 S. 8th St. (Bill #1371-22) – motion carried

Social Welfare Board of Buchanan County

The Social Welfare Board of Buchanan County is meeting to discuss operational updates for Stuber Health Center. The board will vote on employee insurance renewals and review financial reports for SHC and Westside.

• Approval of employees insurance renewals
• Financial reports for SHC and Westside
• Executive Director report on clinic statistics, staffing, and funding

The board approved the 2026 employee vision, dental and life insurance renewals, noting a 3% increase in the dental premium. September 2025 financial statements for the clinic and Westside were accepted. County Commissioners approved an additional 6% funding increase for the clinic. The next board meeting was scheduled for Dec. 2, 2025.

• Approved 2026 employee vision, dental and life insurance renewals (dental premium up 3%) – motion passed
• Accepted September 2025 clinic financials – motion passed
• Accepted September 2025 Westside financials – presented
• Recommended adding a staff recruitment line item to the 2025‑2026 budget for future approval
• County Commissioners approved a 6% increase in funding for the clinic – approved
• Set next board meeting for Dec 2, 2025 – decided

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to receive progress updates on the Survey Guided Action Plan. Updates will be provided by the Finance, IT, Law, and Human Resources departments.

• Survey Guided Action Plan progress update from Finance, IT, Law, and Human Resources departments

The council met to hear updates from finance, human resources, technology, public works, parks, health, fire and other departments. No motions, approvals, denials or votes were recorded. The session was purely informational.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will approve the minutes from the August 28, 2025 meeting. It will consider a request from Ventura Homes LLC to change a property’s zoning from C3 commercial to R‑1B detached single‑family residential. The commission will also review a preliminary plat for a major subdivision named Venetian Falls, submitted by the same developer. Public comment will be permitted after the agenda items.

• Approval of minutes from the August 28, 2025 Planning Commission meeting
• Request to rezone a C3 commercial parcel to R‑1B detached single‑family residential (Ventura Homes LLC)
• Request for approval of a preliminary plat for the Venetian Falls subdivision (Ventura Homes LLC)

Library Board

The St. Joseph Public Library Board will approve the September 25, 2025 meeting minutes and the Treasurer's report, including checks #35764 through #35805. They will discuss a library projects overview and then vote on three policy updates: the Board of Trustees Bylaws, the Confidentiality of Patron Records policy, and the Suspension of Privileges for Health and Safety Reason policy. The meeting also includes a discussion of the Children’s Services Manager for East Hills Library and a public comment period.

• Approve September 25, 2025 Board of Trustees meeting minutes
• Approve Treasurer checks #35764‑#35805 and September financial reports
• Vote to update the Board of Trustees Bylaws
• Vote to update the Confidentiality of Patron Records policy
• Vote to update the Suspension of Privileges for Health and Safety Reason policy

The Library Board approved the amended and restated bylaws and an edit to the Suspension of Privileges for Health and Safety Reasons policy. It also approved September check numbers #35764‑#35805 and accepted pages 9‑22 of the financial report. The update to the Confidentiality of Patron Records policy was tabled for later discussion. The board noted that the 2024‑2025 audit will be ready for a vote at the November meeting and announced upcoming Carnegie grants.

• Approved September checks #35764‑#35805 (6 yes, 1 no)
• Accepted pages 9‑22 of the financial report (6 yes)
• Approved amended and restated Board bylaws (6 yes)
• Tabled update to Confidentiality of Patron Records policy (no vote recorded)
• Approved edit to Suspension of Privileges for Health and Safety Reasons policy (6 yes)
• Approved minutes from September 25, 2025 meeting (6 yes, 1 abstain)
• Adjourned meeting (6 yes)

Senior Citizen Foundation, Inc. Board

The Senior Citizen Foundation, Inc. Board will meet to receive updates on the fitness center and review reports from the treasurer and director. The board will also discuss building maintenance and allocation requests.

• Fitness Center update from trainer Jena Kieser
• Treasurer's report from Harlyn Fritzson
• Building maintenance discussion
• Allocation requests review

Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss the acquisition of property for affordable housing. The session includes a financial review and the introduction of a new commissioner.

• Resolution #1085: Authorizing the Director to engage with the city and other entities regarding property for affordable housing development
• Introduction of new Commissioner Leslie Ross
• Presentation of Certificate of Appreciation to Larry Douglas
• Occupancy Review
• Financials

The board approved Resolution #1085, authorizing the Executive Director to engage with the City of St. Joseph and other entities about potential property for affordable‑housing development. The motion was made by Commissioner Lindsey Bernard, seconded by Commissioner Paulette Million, and all five commissioners voted aye. The meeting also approved the minutes from the September 18, 2025 meeting and reviewed occupancy and financial reports.

• Approved Resolution #1085 authorizing property engagement for affordable housing (5-0)
• Approved September 18, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Reviewed occupancy reports for public housing and voucher programs
• Reviewed financial reports for public housing and voucher programs

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will review recent updates, including the LWCF grant, project progress, and a leadership change for the Deputy Director of Recreation. Members will discuss upcoming events and consider a park naming proposal. The meeting also includes time for public comment before adjourning.

• LWCF Grant update
• Project updates
• Department leadership change – Deputy Director of Recreation
• Park naming consideration
• Public comment period

Tree Board

The St. Joseph Tree Board will meet on Oct. 16, 2025 to review a pending ordinance and a public‑information brochure, and to consider any other unfinished business. The board will also hear public comment before adjourning.

• Review of Ordinance (unfinished business)
• Review of Brochure (unfinished business)
• Other items (unfinished business)
• Public Comment (new business)

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission is meeting to conduct officer elections and discuss future listening sessions. The body will also review member input for its Facebook page and general announcements.

• Officer elections
• Planning for future listening sessions
• Member input for the HRC Facebook page

City Council

The St. Joseph City Council will approve the minutes from the September 29 meeting and hold a public hearing on two redistricting ordinances. The council will vote on numerous ordinances, contracts and grant applications, including a $2,088,082 federal transit operating assistance grant and a $1,543,812.36 health‑insurance contract for Mass Transit employees. Additional items cover fee‑schedule updates, acceptance of development payments, and several capital‑project resolutions.

• Bill #1399-22: Ordinance redistricting 3909 S. 40th Terrace from M‑1 Light Manufacturing to C‑3 Commercial district (requested by David Gach).
• Bill #1400-22: Ordinance redistricting multiple N. 17th Street and Kemper Street parcels from C‑3 Commercial to R‑2 Two‑Family Residential (city request).
• Bill #1424-22: Ordinance authorizing the submission of a $2,088,082 federal transit grant application for St. Joseph Transit.
• Bill #1420-22: Ordinance authorizing a $1,543,812.36 contract with CBIZ/Blue KC for health insurance for Mass Transit employees.
• Bill #1398-22: Ordinance amending Section 2‑1306 (fees) and Section 2‑1311 (closed meetings, records and votes) to incorporate recent state law updates.

The St. Joseph City Council adopted two redistricting ordinances, accepted several state and federal grants, and approved a series of contracts and purchases, including a $1.54 M health‑insurance contract for Mass Transit employees. A developer payment of $23,103.05 for a new hotel project was also authorized, with one councilmember abstaining. All items were passed as recorded in the minutes.

• Approved redistricting of 3909 S. 40th Terrace to Commercial District (9 ayes)
• Approved redistricting of multiple N. 17th St. and Kemper St. parcels to Two‑Family Residential District (9 ayes)
• Authorized acceptance of $99,137 HUD Continuum of Care Planning Grant (passed)
• Authorized $110,403.10 State Transit Assistance Grant and related budget adjustment (passed)
• Approved $1,543,812.36 contract for health insurance for Mass Transit employees (passed)
• Approved $30,043.30 purchase of a 2026 Chevy Equinox using marijuana tax funds (passed)
• Authorized acceptance of $23,103.05 developer payment for hotel project; Councilmember Davis abstained (passed)
• Approved $135,238.72 diesel generator purchase for Transit Administration building; Councilmember Schultz abstained (passed)

City Council Work Session

The St. Joseph City Council work session will include a progress update on the Survey Guided Action Plan presented by the Planning & Community Development Department. No decisions are listed; the item is for informational discussion.

• Survey Guided Action Plan progress update (Planning & Community Development Department)

The council met on Oct 13, 2025 to review the Survey Guided Action Plan Progress Report from the Planning & Community Development Department. Mayor John Josendale called the meeting to order and Director Nate Pare gave an update on permitting and licensing processes. After comments and questions, the council adjourned without any formal decisions, approvals, or denials.

Tree Board

The St. Joseph Tree Board will meet on Oct. 9, 2025 to approve minutes from the Sept. 4, 2025 meeting. The board will then review an ordinance and a brochure under unfinished business. Afterward, any new business will be considered, followed by a public comment period before adjournment.

• Approve minutes from Sept. 4, 2025
• Review of ordinance (unfinished business)
• Review of brochure (unfinished business)
• Discussion of other unfinished business items
• Public comment period

Aviation Board

The Rosecrans Memorial Aviation Advisory Board will meet to discuss airport and military updates. The agenda includes a review of the 2024 Capital Improvement Program campaign.

• Approval of August 6, 2025 minutes
• Airport and Military updates
• 2024 Capital Improvement Program campaign

The Rosecrans Memorial Airport Aviation Advisory Board approved the August 6, 2025 minutes. The board noted ongoing airport projects and confirmed the December board meeting date with no conflict. Members discussed moving future meetings to Mondays, with the idea to be revisited in December. The meeting was adjourned at 11:52 a.m.

• Approved August 6, 2025 minutes (motion made and seconded)
• Confirmed December board meeting date (no conflict reported)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:52 a.m. (motion made and seconded)

Downtown Review Board

The Downtown Review Board will meet to review a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness. The board is considering a proposal for exterior modifications to a property in the downtown district.

• Request from Wahlgren Family LLC to install new storefront windows and entry door at 502 Edmond St.

The Downtown Review Board unanimously approved the May 7, 2025 meeting minutes. The board voted 4‑0 to approve a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior renovations at 502 Edmond requested by Wahlgren Family LLC. No members voiced opposition. The meeting adjourned at 5:40 p.m.

• Approved May 7, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 502 Edmond renovations (4-0)

City Council

The St. Joseph City Council will vote on approving police vehicle purchases, road resurfacing, and various departmental budget amendments. The meeting includes public hearings on annual plans and grant reports.

• Police vehicle purchases: 14 Tahoes ($725,764) and 4 Equinoxes ($118,048)
• Easton Road resurfacing project ($624,878.40)
• Approval of 15-lot Creek Woods Plat 3 subdivision
• Public hearing on City of St. Joseph's second year annual plan
• Ordinance to amend fowl and stable regulations

The St. Joseph City Council adopted a series of resolutions authorizing multiple purchases and contracts, including 14 Chevrolet Tahoe police pursuit vehicles, four Chevrolet Equinox police vehicles, a passenger‑routing software license, and a RoadAI subscription. Additional approvals covered LED sports lighting for Hyde Park Field Six, a concrete street replacement at Leonard and Easton Roads, and a $389,800 LED lighting system. All items were approved by the council without recorded dissent.

• Approved purchase of 14 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe police pursuit vehicles for $780,817 (Resolution No. 50073)
• Approved purchase of four Chevrolet Equinox police vehicles for $118,048 (Resolution No. 50072)
• Approved software license and maintenance agreement for passenger routing software for $399,878 (Resolution No. 50070)
• Approved RoadAI subscription services and $15,380 budget amendment (Resolution No. 50071)
• Approved LED sports lighting system for Hyde Park Field Six for $389,800 (Resolution No. 50076)
• Approved concrete street replacement at Leonard Road and Easton Road up to $181,848.27 (Resolution No. 50083)
• Approved execution of Easton Road resurfacing project purchase order for $624,878.40 (Resolution No. 50088)
• Approved purchase of household hazardous waste disposal services up to $80,000 (Resolution No. 50087)

City Council Work Session

The Senior Citizens Foundation Board approved the minutes from the July 15 meeting and unanimously adopted the Treasurer's Report, which detailed a portfolio balance of $3,537,175.64. An investment review by Commerce Trust was presented with no recommended changes. The board discussed upcoming projects, including a new elevator installation this winter and a request for fitness‑center equipment quotes.

• Approval of July 15, 2025 Board minutes (motion by Gene Egbert, seconded by Louis Payton)
• Approval of Treasurer's Report showing portfolio balance $3,537,175.64 (motion by Scott Dittmer, seconded by Drew Brown)
• Commerce Trust investment review presented; no changes recommended
• New elevator to be installed at the 50+ Activity Center this winter
• Fitness Center Committee requested quotes for four new pieces of equipment

The council met to review the Survey Guided Action Plan Progress Report and the City Manager presented an update on the citywide branding strategy and related initiatives. Council members asked questions and provided comments. No formal actions, approvals, or denials were recorded. The meeting adjourned at 4:58 p.m.

Library Board

The St. Joseph Public Library Board will consider approval of the August 28, 2025 meeting minutes and the Treasurer's report, which includes checks #35723‑#35763, electronic withdrawals, direct deposits, and August financial reports. The board will also discuss and vote on updates to several library policies, including the Public Computers and Internet Policy, Public Services Policy, Unattended Minors Policy, Weapons Policy, and Behavior Policy. Public comment will be limited to 30 minutes, and the next meeting is scheduled for October 23, 2025 at East Hills Library.

• Approve August 28, 2025 Board of Trustees meeting minutes
• Approve Treasurer's report: checks #35723‑#35763, electronic withdrawals, direct deposits, journal entries
• Review and vote on update to Public Computers and Internet Policy
• Review and vote on update to Public Services Policy
• Review and vote on update to Behavior Policy

The board approved the Unattended Minors Policy, the Weapons Policy, and the Behavior Policy. Each motion was moved, seconded, and carried with all board members present voting yes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Unattended Minors Policy (unanimous yes vote)
• Approved Weapons Policy (unanimous yes vote)
• Approved Behavior Policy (unanimous yes vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous yes vote)

Port Authority

The St. Joseph Regional Port Authority will meet to approve financial reports, two MoDOT grants for fiscal year 2026, and a change order for a construction project. The meeting will be held at the St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce.

• Approval of FY2026 MoDOT Administrative Grant
• Approval of FY2026 MoDOT Capital Grant
• Approval of Change Order 1 to Sheet Metal Wall Project Contract
• Review of Financials for periods ending June 30, 2025, and August 31, 2025

Social Welfare Board of Buchanan County

The Social Welfare Board will hear the Operational Director’s financial report for Stuber Health Center and the Westside clinic. The Executive Director will give updates on clinic statistics, staffing, contracts, grants, projects, collaborations, marketing and events. The board will also receive an update from the Friends of Free Clinic (FOFC) board. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Operational Director reports financials for Stuber Health Center and Westside clinic
• Executive Director presents clinic statistics and staffing updates
• Discussion of contracts, grants, and funding support
• Review of projects, collaborations, marketing strategies, and events
• Friends of Free Clinic (FOFC) board provides update

The board approved the minutes from August 26, 2025 and accepted the August financial reports. The clinic hired a Dental Assistant, Chloe, and a part‑time CNM, Tyler Johnson. It signed a lab‑service agreement with Quest Lab, began a partnership for mobile clinic services to the homeless, and started after‑hours telehealth (5‑7 PM). The Friends of Free Clinic approved a social media management proposal from Miuze Marketing, and the attorney office chose not to settle the disability discrimination case through mediation.

• Approved August 26, 2025 board minutes (motion carried)
• Accepted August financials (motion carried)
• Hired Dental Assistant Chloe and part‑time CNM Tyler Johnson
• Signed agreement with Quest Lab for patient lab assistance
• Started collaboration with community missions for mobile clinic services to homeless
• Implemented after‑hours telehealth services (5‑7 PM)
• Friends of Free Clinic approved Miuze Marketing social media management proposal
• Attorney office decided not to settle disability discrimination case through mediation

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority Board will consider Resolution #1082 to revise budgets for the Low Rent and Voucher programs for the year ending June 30, 2025. It will also consider Resolution #1083 to adopt payment standards for 2026 based on Fair Market Rents, effective October 1, 2025. An occupancy review will be discussed as part of the meeting agenda.

• Resolution #1082 – authorize budget revisions for Low Rent and Voucher programs for year ending June 30, 2025
• Resolution #1083 – authorize 2026 payment standards using Fair Market Rents, effective Oct 1, 2025
• Occupancy Review – discussion of current occupancy levels

The board approved the minutes from the August 21, 2025 meeting. It then unanimously approved Resolution #1082 to revise the Low Rent and Voucher Program budgets for the year ending June 2025. The board also unanimously adopted Resolution #1083 to set 2026 Fair Market Rents for the Voucher Program and Resolution #1084 to set 2026 Flat Rents for Public Housing effective Dec. 1, 2025.

• Approved August 21, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #1082 – budget revisions for Low Rent and Voucher programs (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #1083 – adoption of 2026 Fair Market Rents for Voucher program (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #1084 – adoption of 2026 Flat Rents for Public Housing (3-0)

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will meet on September 18, 2025 at City Hall. The commission will vote to approve the minutes from the August meeting. It will review reports and planning for a future listening session, follow up on member teleconferencing, and discuss upcoming events, general announcements, and input for its Facebook page. The meeting will also include an open floor for public comment before adjourning.

• Approval of August meeting minutes
• Reports and planning for future listening session
• Member teleconferencing follow-up
• Upcoming events and activities; general announcements
• Member input for the HRC Facebook page

The Human Rights Commission approved an amendment to the August meeting minutes to note that a vote was held on holding an immigration‑focused listening session. The amendment passed unanimously. The commission then voted to adjourn the meeting, also unanimously. The next meeting is scheduled for October 16, 2025.

• Approved amendment to minutes noting vote on immigration listening session (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for Oct 16, 2025

Senior Citizen Foundation, Inc. Board

The Senior Citizens Foundation board will hear updates on the elevator project and the fitness center. Treasurer Harlyn Fritzson and Director Julie Noel will present their reports. Committee reports on allocation requests, decoration, nominations, council, and fitness center will be discussed. The meeting will set the next meeting date for October 21, 2025.

• Elevator project update (Jeff Atkins, Director of Parks & Recreation and Steve Garr)
• Fitness Center update (Jena Kieser, Fitness Center Trainer)
• Treasurer's Report – Harlyn Fritzson
• Directors Report – Julie Noel
• Committee reports – allocation requests, decoration, nominating, council, fitness center

The board voted 7‑yea to 6‑nay to fund interior renovation of the elevator car, not exceeding $35,000. The Treasurer’s Report and the August 19 minutes were each approved unanimously. A request to buy four fitness‑center equipment items totaling $20,773.91 was also approved unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved elevator interior renovation funding up to $35,000 (7-6)
• Approved minutes of August 19, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Treasurer’s Report (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of four fitness‑center equipment items totaling $20,773.91 (unanimous)
• No new business presented
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The St. Joseph City Council will meet to approve minutes, accept a proclamation, and hold a public hearing on amendments to the annual plan and HOME-ARPA funding. They will also consider multiple ordinances, including leases for airport services, amendments to fowl regulations, and budget adjustments for police, fire, and public health departments.

• Lease and operation agreement with Apex Aero Center STJ, LLC for fixed base operator services at Rosecrans Memorial Airport
• Amendment to fowl regulations in the City Code of Ordinances
• Contract with St. Joseph Youth Alliance for $8,160 to enforce alcohol and e-cigarette compliance
• Final plat approval for "Creek Woods Plat 3" subdivision with 15 lots and 1 detention basin
• Purchase of passenger routing software for $399,878 and road rating system services for $15,380

The St. Joseph City Council adopted numerous ordinances and resolutions, including contracts for a nutrition program, park improvements, and infrastructure upgrades. Notably, a $1,866,635 contract was approved for the Air Traffic Control Tower project at Rosecrans Memorial Airport. Additional approvals covered a demolition contract for the Aquatic Park lap pool and funding for park and public‑service projects.

• Approved $544,073 Nutrition Program contract with Missouri Dept. of Health (S.O. 10712)
• Approved $239,084 demolition contract for St. Joseph Aquatic Park lap pool (S.O. 10713)
• Approved $305,000 renovation of Field 6 at Hyde Park (Resolution 50035)
• Approved $577,800 roofing contract for Bode Ice Arena (Resolution 50037)
• Approved $1,866,635 contract for new Air Traffic Control Tower at Rosecrans Airport (Resolution 50039)
• Approved $125,814.48 purchase of UV wastewater treatment parts (Resolution 50040)
• Approved $145,129.73 Microsoft Office 365 licensing purchase (Resolution 50041)
• Approved $27,175 housing rehabilitation contract at 2833 Seneca St (Resolution 50042)

Community Police Advisory Committee

The Community Police Advisory Committee will hold its regular meeting to elect officers, approve past minutes, and discuss community concerns and police department interactions. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

The committee unanimously elected Barbara Lebass as chairperson. The members collectively approved the minutes from the September 3, 2024 meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 7:40 p.m.

• Elected Barbara Lebass as Chairperson (unanimous vote)
• Approved September 3, 2024 meeting minutes (collective agreement)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:40 p.m.

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss a progress update on the Survey Guided Action Plan. The update on economic development will be provided by the St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce.

• Survey Guided Action Plan Progress Update on Economic Development from the St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce

On September 2, 2025, the St. Joseph City Council met in the 4th Floor Conference Room at City Hall for a work session. The council discussed the Survey Guided Action Plan Progress Report presented by the St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce, and no formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Library Board

The St. Joseph Public Library Board will meet to discuss and vote on several items, including the approval of the tax rate, updates to public computer and internet policies, and other policy revisions. The meeting will also include reports from the treasurer and director, as well as a public hearing on the tax rate.

• Tax Rate Approval ($0.4175 per $100 of assessed valuation)
• Camera System for East Hills Library
• Update to 'Public Computers and Internet Policy'
• Update to 'Public Services Policy'
• Update to 'Unattended Minors Policy'

The St. Joseph Public Library Board held votes on a new tax rate of $0.4175 per $100 of assessed valuation, a camera system for the East Hills Library, and several policy updates. The minutes do not show the results of those votes. No other substantive actions were documented.

• Vote held on tax rate $0.4175 per $100 – outcome not recorded
• Vote held on camera system for East Hills Library – outcome not recorded
• Vote held on update to “Public Computers and Internet Policy” – outcome not recorded
• Vote held on update to “Public Services Policy” – outcome not recorded
• Vote held on update to “Unattended Minors Policy” – outcome not recorded
• Vote held on update to “Weapons Policy” – outcome not recorded

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review two requests for zoning district changes. One request is from a private citizen and the other is requested by the City of St. Joseph.

• Zoning change from M-1 Industrial to C-3 Commercial at 3909 S. 40th Terrace
• Zoning change from C-3 Commercial to R-2 Two Family Residential for multiple addresses on N. 1774 St
• Zoning change from C-3 Commercial to R-2 Two Family Residential for multiple addresses on Kemper St
• Discussion regarding a change of meeting venue

Sustainable Environment Advisory Committee

The Sustainable Environment Advisory Committee (SEAC) will meet to advance proposals for a downtown pollinator corridor and a new landscaping ordinance requiring native plants. Members will also promote upcoming workshops on recycling, composting, and alternative energy, and receive updates on tree projects and stormwater initiatives.

• Proposal for funding and partnership for downtown pollinator corridor
• Draft ordinance on Landscaping with Native Plants (guidelines from Grow Native and Wild Ones)
• Workshop on Recycling and Composting at JOY Center on Sept. 27, 9–11:30 AM
• Workshop on Alternative Energy and Natural Mosquito Control on Aug. 28, 7:30 PM at JOY Center
• Updates from Tree Board on native plantings and prairie restoration projects

The Sustainable Environment Advisory Committee met on August 27, 2025. Members discussed a downtown pollinator corridor proposal, a possible Landscape Ordinance and zoning code amendment to promote native planting, upcoming events at the Center for Joy, and an upcoming EPA audit. No actions were approved, denied, or tabled during the meeting.

Social Welfare Board of Buchanan County

The Stuber Health Center board will convene to approve the June 2025 meeting minutes, discuss investment options, and vote on the employee handbook. The meeting will also cover financial reports for the health center and Westside operations, along with updates from the executive director.

• Approval of June 24, 2025 meeting minutes
• Employee handbook approval
• Financial reports for SHC and Westside operations

The board approved the June 24, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Ron Hook and a second by Nancy. A motion by Tom Richmond to invest funds from the Commerce Investment account into Treasury Bills was carried. The board also approved the SHC Employee Handbook following a motion by Tom Richmond and a second by Dr. McMillen. Finally, the board accepted the June and July financial statements after a motion by Tom Richmond and a second by Nancy Nash.

• Approved June 24, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Invested funds from Commerce Investment account into Treasury Bills (motion carried)
• Approved SHC Employee Handbook (motion carried)
• Accepted June and July financial statements (motion carried)

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority of St. Joseph will meet to approve the rescission of a real estate sale authorization, approve the write-off of collection losses, and approve outstanding checks. The meeting will also include an occupancy review and financials.

• Rescinding sale authorization for 904 S24TH Street
• Write-off of $7,851.69 in collection losses
• Write-off of checks outstanding 90 days for voucher and low rent programs
• Occupancy review
• Financials

Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss three resolutions regarding property and finances. The body will consider rescinding a previous real estate sale and approving specific financial write-offs.

• Resolution #1079: Rescinding the authorized sale of real estate at 904 S24TH Street
• Resolution #1080: Approving a Collection Loss write off of $7,851.69
• Resolution #1081: Approving the write off of checks 90 days outstanding for Voucher and Low Rent programs

Human Rights Commission

The St. Joseph Human Rights Commission will convene on August 21, 2025, at City Hall to conduct routine procedural business including approving past meeting minutes, discussing member teleconferencing options, and hearing public comments. No ordinances, contracts, or formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

The commission approved the June 2025 meeting minutes. They unanimously approved moving forward with a future listening session partnership, including speakers Kristina Hannon and Pam Cleary. The board decided to table the discussion on the open commission position. The meeting was adjourned at 5:55 p.m.

• Approved June 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved proceeding with future listening session partnership (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion on open commission position
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Senior Citizen Foundation, Inc. Board

The Senior Citizen Foundation, Inc. Board will meet to review investment reports from Commerce Trust and hear reports from various committees. The board will also address committee appointments and allocation requests.

• Investment review from Commerce Trust
• Allocation requests report
• Committee appointments
• Treasurer's report by Harlyn Fritzson
• Directors report by Julie Noel

The board voted to approve the July 15, 2025 meeting minutes and the Treasurer's Report for July 2025, each passing unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved July 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Treasurer's Report (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed tax levy for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025. Members will also consider various ordinances and resolutions involving public safety grants, infrastructure repairs, and city contracts.

• Public hearing on the proposed City tax levy for the Fiscal Year beginning July 1, 2025
• Bill #1330-22: $611,556.60 for a CAT certified rebuild program for the Landfill Division
• Bill #1349-22: $239,084.40 contract with TNR Construction LLC for demolition of the St. Joseph Aquatic Park lap pool
• Bill #1345-22: $210,194.00 for design services for improvements at Fairview Golf Course
• Bill #1333-22: $92,000.00 grant for police department overtime and pension expenses

The council accepted the meeting agenda and the consent agenda covering items 50000‑50014. It passed a city tax levy for the fiscal year beginning July 1 2025, along with a special assessment for the Park District and a permanent utility easement for Tuscany Village. Several budget amendments and purchases were approved, including a $92,000 grant for police enforcement, a $42,000 fire department amendment, a $611,556 CAT equipment purchase for the landfill, and a $109,000 Hy‑Vee parking lot resurfacing contract. The council also adopted opioid settlement funding agreements up to $84,000.

• Agenda accepted as published (motion carried, 7 ayes, 2 absent)
• Consent agenda (Agenda Numbers 50000‑50014) approved (motion carried, 7 ayes, 2 absent)
• Ordinance S.O. 10704 – tax levy for fiscal year starting July 1 2025 – passed
• Ordinance S.O. 10705 – special assessment for Park District – passed
• Ordinance S.O. 10706 – permanent utility easement for St. Joe. 47, Inc. – passed
• Resolution No. 50009 – purchase of CAT equipment for landfill ($611,556.60) – adopted
• Resolution No. 50010 – Hy‑Vee Parking Lot Resurfacing contract ($109,000) – adopted
• Resolution No. 50012 – opioid settlement funding agreements (city contribution up to $84,000) – adopted

Land Bank Board

The St. Joseph Land Bank Board will meet to approve the sale of a property at 731 South 10th Street, discuss a potential property trade, and review the status of current holdings. The board will also address delinquent tax sales, demolition plans, and marketing efforts for vacant properties.

• Approval of sale of 731 South 10th Street
• Proposal for property trade
• Delinquent tax sale
• Demolition of remaining structures
• Washington Elementary update

The board approved the execution of a warranty deed transferring the vacant lot at 731 South 10 to Courtney and Daniel Grant for $500. Members voted to approve demolition of four remaining Land Bank structures and to reimburse the City for demolition costs of five structures. The board declined to purchase any property at this year’s tax sale and decided against a resident‑proposed property trade. Finally, the board authorized Attorney Emberton to prepare and publish a request for qualifications to develop the Washington Elementary School site for multifamily affordable housing.

• Approved execution of warranty deed transferring 731 South 10 lot to Courtney & Daniel Grant for $500 (unanimous)
• Declined resident‑proposed property trade (no vote recorded)
• Agreed not to purchase any property at the 2025 tax sale (unanimous)
• Approved demolition of four remaining Land Bank structures (unanimous)
• Authorized reimbursement to the City for demolition costs of five structures using Land Bank funds (unanimous)
• Approved preparation and publication of an RFQ for Washington Elementary School site development (passed, one abstention)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss a progress update regarding the Survey Guided Action Plan. The update will be provided by the Public Works & Transportation Department.

• Survey Guided Action Plan Progress Update from Public Works & Transportation Department

The council reviewed the Public Works & Transportation Survey Guided Action Plan Progress Report and heard statistics on staffing, budget, and project activity. A video preview of Road AI software was shown, and council members were told the software will be on the agenda for a purchase decision in the coming weeks. The related ordinance is scheduled for its first reading on September 2. No formal votes or approvals were recorded during this work session.

Tree Board

The St. Joseph Tree Board will convene at 4:30 p.m. in the First Floor Conference Room at City Hall to discuss and review an ordinance and a brochure. The meeting is procedural with no substantive decisions scheduled.

The Tree Board meeting on August 14, 2025 was delayed to 5:00 p.m. to determine if a quorum was present. No quorum was achieved, so the meeting was cancelled. No actions or decisions were taken.

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss preparations for negotiations with employee groups and the leasing, purchase, or sale of real estate. The Council will vote on whether to close the meeting to the public.

• Negotiations with employee groups
• Leasing, purchase, or sale of real estate

The council accepted the agenda as published with unanimous support. A motion was passed to adjourn into a closed executive session to discuss employee‑group negotiations and real‑estate matters. After the closed session, the council reconvened in open session and adjourned by general consent.

• Agenda accepted as published (9 ayes, 0 nays)
• Council adjourned into closed executive session (9 ayes, 0 nays)

Aviation Board

The board will meet to receive airport and military updates and discuss the 2024 Capital Improvement Program campaign. The meeting includes a session for action items and reports from airport tenants.

• Approval of June 4, 2025 minutes
• Airport and Military updates
• Capital Improvement Program 2024 Campaign
• Airport Tenants/Organization Activities

The Aviation Advisory Board approved the June 4, 2025 minutes after a motion and second. The board then adjourned the meeting at 11:49 a.m. following a motion and second. No other actions were taken.

• Approved June 4, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:49 a.m. (motion passed)

City Council

The City Council will vote on several funding agreements, including technology infrastructure and animal shelter construction. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request on Jones Street.

• Public hearing to redistrict 2012-2022 Jones Street from R-4 Apartment Residential to C-3 Commercial
• Financial assurance of $19,860,418.56 for St. Joseph Sanitary Landfill closure and post-closure costs
• Funding for technology services infrastructure modernization not to exceed $997,659.00
• Funding agreement with Friends of the Animal Shelter not to exceed $225,000.00
• Lump sum contract of $95,000.00 and change order of $107,550.00 with Auxier Construction Company for Hyde Park Maintenance Building

The council accepted the agenda and approved the consent agenda items by a 7‑0 vote. It passed several ordinances, including a $19,860,418.56 financial assurance for the St. Joseph Sanitary Landfill and a technology services investment up to $997,659. It also adopted resolutions for park and stadium projects and postponed a $611,556.60 equipment purchase for two weeks.

• Agenda accepted (7 ayes, 2 absent)
• Consent agenda items 49971‑49979 approved (7 ayes, 2 absent)
• Ordinance S.O. 10698 approved financial assurance $19,860,418.56 for landfill closure
• Ordinance S.O. 10701 approved technology services investment up to $997,659.00
• Resolution 49977 adopted purchase order $796,091.00 for new pickleball courts
• Resolution 49978 adopted $120,000 city matching funds for military grant
• Resolution 49979 adopted $336,814.00 for new seating at Phil Welch Stadium
• Resolution (Bill #1330-22) to purchase CAT equipment $611,556.60 postponed two weeks (7 ayes, 2 absent)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss a progress report regarding the Survey Guided Action Plan. The report covers Public Safety, including Police, Fire, and Code Enforcement.

• Survey Guided Action Plan Progress Report from Police, Fire, and Code Enforcement

The August 4 work session provided updates from the Police Chief, Public Works, Parks, and other departments on hot‑spot policing, code‑enforcement partnerships, traffic‑safety enforcement, and upcoming projects such as the Civic Center Park fountain replacement. No formal motions, approvals, or votes were recorded; council members only expressed appreciation for the presentations.

City Council

The City Council will meet to vote on whether to close the session to discuss specific personnel and real estate matters. Discussions are limited to the items listed in the meeting notice.

• Employee hiring, firing, disciplining, or promoting
• Individually identifiable personnel records and performance ratings
• Sealed bids and negotiated contracts
• Leasing, purchase, or sale of real estate

The City Council accepted the agenda as published, with all nine members voting aye. The council then voted to enter an executive closed session to discuss personnel actions, individual employee records, sealed bids, proposals, and real‑estate transactions, also with nine ayes. The meeting was adjourned by general consent at 6:05 p.m.

• Accepted agenda as published (9 ayes)
• Entered executive closed session to discuss personnel, bids, and related matters (9 ayes)
• Adjourned meeting by general consent

Library Board

The St. Joseph Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve June financial reports and elect officers for 2025-2026. The board will also vote on cleaning services for the Downtown Library and appointments to the SJPL Foundation Board.

• Approval of checks #35595 through #35639 and June financial reports
• Request to move half of 24-25 budget surplus to a T-bill maturing 7/24/25
• Election of 2025-2026 Officer Slate
• Vote on cleaning service for Downtown Library
• Vote on board appointees to SJPL Foundation Board

The Library Board approved several routine items, including the meeting minutes, financial checks, and the officer slate for 2025‑2026. It voted to transfer half of the 2024‑2025 budget surplus, $67,400, into the library’s T‑bill investment. The board also approved a new cleaning contract and appointed foundation members.

• Approved July 24 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved checks #35595‑#35639 and related transactions (unanimous)
• Accepted pages 9‑22 of the financial report (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of $67,400 surplus to T‑bill (unanimous)
• Approved officer slate for 2025‑2026 (unanimous)
• Approved contract with cleaning service for Downtown Library (unanimous)
• Appointed Bobbie Cronk and LaTonya Williams to SJPL Foundation (unanimous)

Library Board

The St. Joseph Public Library Board of Trustees Nominating Committee is meeting to discuss the slate of officers for 2025-2026. The committee will also vote on the approval of minutes from the July 25, 2024 meeting.

• Slate of Officers 2025-2026
• Approval of July 25, 2024 meeting minutes

The Nominating Committee approved the minutes of the July 25, 2024 meeting. The committee also moved to submit the 2025‑2026 officer slate—President Kyla Ward, Vice President Rosetta Ballew‑Jennings, Treasurer Bobbie Cronk, and Secretary Harriet Gordon—to the full Board for approval. Both motions passed with all attending members voting yes.

• Approved July 25, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous yes vote)
• Submitted 2025‑2026 officer slate to Board for approval (unanimous yes vote)

Sustainable Environment Advisory Committee

The Sustainable Environment Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss a recycling and composting workshop scheduled for September 27. Members will also review proposals for a downtown pollinator corridor and native plant presentations for the Pony Express camp.

• Recycling and Composting workshop on Sept. 27 at the JOY Center
• Proposal for a pollinator corridor in the downtown area
• Plant Native presentation and booklet for PX camp
• Riverbluff Gateway grant request update from Dr. Kim Schutte
• Re-use Revolution programs to reduce single-use plastics

City Council

The City Council will vote on several infrastructure contracts and funding agreements. The meeting includes first readings for ordinances regarding landfill closure costs, technology modernization, and a property rezoning.

• Financial assurance of $19,860,418.56 for St. Joseph Sanitary Landfill closure and post-closure costs
• Contract of $1,135,374.00 with JD Bishop Construction, LLC for Charles & Sylvanie Street streetscape
• Change order of $674,611.00 with Lawhon Construction Company for Phil Welch structural improvements
• Budget amendment up to $997,659.00 for technology services infrastructure modernization
• Rezoning of 2012 through 2022 Jones Street from R-4 Apartment Residential to C-3 Commercial

The City Council adopted seven resolutions authorizing contracts and funding, including a $1,135,374 streetscape project, a $674,611 structural improvement, a $47,211 security service, a $32,950 arts grant, a $25,000 demolition, a Survey Guided Action Plan, and a $77,186.40 Lexipol software purchase. Several ordinances were introduced and read for the first time but were not adopted. All agenda items were approved by unanimous consent.

• Approved Change Order No. 1 with Lawhon Construction for $674,611 structural improvements
• Approved Security Service Agreement with Triple B Security for $47,211
• Approved unit price contract with JD Bishop Construction for $1,135,374 streetscape project
• Approved funding agreement with Allied Arts Council for $32,950 arts programs
• Approved demolition contract with Cornelius Wrecking LLC for $25,000 at 518 S. 12th St.
• Approved Survey Guided Action Plan for the City Council’s Strategic Plan
• Approved purchase of Lexipol policy software for $77,186.40 using Sourcewell contract
• Introduced several ordinances (animal shelter funding, landfill assurance, driveway access, redistricting, tax waiver, technology investment) for first reading

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss employee group negotiations and sealed bids. The council must vote on whether to make the meeting closed before these discussions begin.

• Negotiations with employee groups
• Review of sealed bids and related documents

The City Council accepted the agenda as published with unanimous support. It then voted to adjourn into an executive (closed) session, also unanimously. After the closed session, the council adjourned the meeting by general consent. No other decisions, votes, or public business were recorded.

• Accepted agenda as published (9 ayes)
• Entered executive (closed) session (9 ayes)
• Adjourned meeting by general consent (no vote recorded)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to review the FY26 new budget and receive updates on current and upcoming projects. The board will also consider the naming of a park.

• FY26 New Budget updates
• Park Naming Consideration
• Project updates and upcoming projects

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will meet to review reports for a future listening session and discuss an open commission position. The body will also consider teleconferencing options and content for its Facebook page.

• Discussion on open commission position
• Member liaison reports for future listening session
• Options for member teleconferencing
• Member input for the HRC Facebook page

The commission failed to reach the required three‑member quorum, so no meeting was held and no actions were taken. Members present stayed until 5:25 p.m. The next meeting is scheduled for August 21, 2025.

Senior Citizen Foundation, Inc. Board

The Senior Citizen Foundation, Inc. will hold its annual meeting to elect officers and directors. The board will review reports from the Treasurer, the Director, and the City Parks Department.

• Annual Election of Officers and Directors
• Allocation Requests committee report
• City Parks Department report

The board approved the June 17, 2025 meeting minutes and the Treasurer's Report, both unanimously. It then unanimously approved the roster of officers and directors for the current year. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Treasurer's Report (unanimous)
• Approved roster of officers and directors for 2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The St. Joseph City Council will consider several funding agreements for health and mental health services. The body is also reviewing contracts for landfill maintenance, road improvements, and city equipment purchases.

• Funding agreement with Stuber Health Center for health and wellness services not to exceed $546,617.00
• Contract with St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce for economic development services for $210,000.00
• Funding agreement with the Samaritan Center for mental health services for $50,000.00
• Grant application for $355,000.00 total project cost for pedestrian crossings at Krug Park, Hyde Park, and Spring Garden Middle School
• Purchase order for City Hall parking lot resurfacing with Herzog Contracting, Corp. for $79,935.00

The St. Joseph City Council adopted several ordinances and resolutions authorizing easements, billing agreements, and budget amendments. It approved funding agreements for health and mental‑health services, park equipment purchases, and a parking‑lot resurfacing project. Additional actions included a change order for landfill work and the cancellation of the September 15 council meeting.

• Approved Ordinance authorizing DFI, Inc. railroad spur easement across Waterworks Road (Bill #1301-22)
• Approved Ordinance authorizing billing and collection agreement with Buchanan County (Bill #1302-22)
• Approved amendment to Landfill Fund budget $35,331 and balloon payment up to $68,240 for a hydraulic excavator (Bill #1303-22)
• Approved funding agreement with Stuber Health Center for up to $546,617 for health and wellness services (Resolution 49930)
• Approved funding agreement with Samaritan Center for $50,000 for mental‑health services (Resolution 49931)
• Approved purchase of two John Deere mowers for $44,717.65 for Park Maintenance (Resolution 49932)
• Approved purchase order for $79,935 for City Hall Parking Lot resurfacing (Resolution 49939)
• Approved cancellation of the regularly scheduled council meeting on September 15, 2025 (Resolution 49933)

Tree Board

The Tree Board is meeting to discuss unfinished business regarding Arbor Day and the Tree City USA designation. Members will also review a city ordinance and a brochure.

• Review of Ordinance
• Review of Brochure
• Tree City USA designation
• Arbor Day

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss setting goals for the organization.

• Discussion on setting organizational goals

The July 1 work session reviewed the citizen satisfaction survey and a draft 12‑to‑18‑month strategic plan presented by PorchLight Insights. No formal resolutions, approvals, or votes were recorded. Mayor Josendale asked councilmembers to submit any concerns, additions, or changes to the plan to City Manager Mike Schumacher by July 15 2025.

• Council members requested to submit feedback on the draft strategic plan to the City Manager by July 15 2025

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review requests to change zoning districts for several properties on Jones St, N. 17th St, Kemper St, Mulberry St, and Dalton St. The body will also consider a request to vacate a portion of a public alley.

• Request to vacate a public alley between lots 3-12 and 19-24, block 21 of Mayers Second Addition (816 S 6th)
• Zoning change from R-4 Apartment Residential to C-3 Commercial at 2012 thru 2022 Jones St
• Zoning change from C-3 Commercial to R-2 Two Family Residential for multiple addresses on N. 17th St
• Zoning change from C-3 Commercial to R-2 Two Family Residential for multiple addresses on Kemper St
• Zoning change from C-3 Commercial to R-2 Two Family Residential for addresses on Mulberry St and Dalton St

The commission approved the minutes from the April 24, 2025 meeting. It approved a request to vacate a portion of a public alley between lots 3‑12 and 19‑24, block 21 of Mayers Second Addition. It approved changing the zoning of 2012 Jones St from R‑4 Apartment Residential to C‑3 Commercial. It also approved postponing a separate commercial‑to‑residential zoning change for multiple properties.

• Approved April 24, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved vacating alley portion between lots 3‑12 and 19‑24, block 21 (4-0)
• Approved zoning change of 2012 Jones St to C‑3 Commercial (3-1)
• Approved postponement of zoning change for listed N. 17th, Kemper, Mulbery, and Dalton addresses (4-0)

Library Board

The St. Joseph Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve the annual budget and a sales tax option. The board will also review and vote on updates to several library policies.

• 2025 — 2026 Annual Budget
• Sales Tax Option
• Public Assembly and Petitioning and Distribution of Literature on Library District Property Policy Update
• Social Media Policy Update
• Suspension of Privileges for Health and Safety Reasons and 3D Printer Policy Updates

The Library Board approved the 2025‑2026 annual budget and a series of policy updates. It also authorized the board to pursue adding Buchanan County to the state list of counties eligible for a library sales‑tax district. All motions passed with unanimous support from the members present.

• Approved May 22, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Treasurer checks #35555‑#35594 and related transactions (unanimous)
• Approved 2025‑2026 annual budget (unanimous)
• Approved moving forward to add Buchanan County to a library sales‑tax bill (unanimous)
• Approved updates to Public Assembly and Petitioning policy (unanimous)
• Approved updates to Social Media policy (unanimous)
• Approved updates to Suspension of Privileges for Health and Safety Reasons policy (unanimous)
• Approved updates to 3D Printer policy (unanimous)

Social Welfare Board of Buchanan County

The Social Welfare Board of Buchanan County will meet to review operational reports for Stuber Health Center and Westside. The board will discuss an updated budget proposal and clinic statistics.

• Financial reports for SHC and Westside
• Updated budget proposal
• Clinic statistics and staffing updates
• Review of contracts, grants, and funding support

The board approved the May 27, 2025 meeting minutes. It then accepted the clinic's May financial statements and filed them for audit. The Friends of Free Clinic approved funding to cover a community health worker salary after the CDC grant ended.

• Approved May 27, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Accepted May financial statements and filed for audit (motion carried)
• FOFC approved funding for one community health worker salary

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2025-2029 Community Partnership Strategy and Consolidated Plan. The body is deciding on several fee increases for the Rec Center, Remington Nature Center, sanitary landfill, and sewer services.

• Fee increases for the Rec Center, Remington Nature Center, sanitary landfill, and 3% increases for sanitary sewer service fees
• Grant agreement with Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission for up to $245,396.00
• Insurance coverage placement with Alliant/APIP for $804,812.00
• Purchase of two treadmills for $17,317.48 using $30,000.00 in wellness funds from Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Proposed reciprocal easement agreement for DFI, Inc. to place a railroad spur across Waterworks Road

The City Council accepted the agenda and, by consent agenda, passed several ordinances that raise recreation, nature‑center, landfill and sanitary‑sewer fees and approved grant agreements for transportation planning and HUD community programs. The Council also appointed four members to two advisory boards and adopted numerous resolutions ratifying service contracts. A motion to amend Bill #1301‑22 to attach a Reciprocal Easement Agreement was carried.

• Accepted agenda (7 ayes, 0 noes)
• Passed ordinances increasing recreation, nature‑center, landfill and sewer fees (consent agenda)
• Approved $245,396 transportation planning grant with $57,815 city match (consent agenda)
• Approved HUD Community Partnership Strategy and Consolidated Plan (consent agenda)
• Appointed Robert Douglass and Brenda Gregg to the Community Police Advisory Committee (consent agenda)
• Appointed Drew H. Brown, Sr. and Sally A. Schwab to the Senior Citizen Foundation board (consent agenda)
• Adopted resolutions ratifying service agreements with GBA, Hood & Associates, Gilmore & Bell, Southern Bank, US Bank, Piper Sandler, Jefferson Solutions and insurance providers (consent agenda)
• Amended Bill #1301‑22 to attach Reciprocal Easement Agreement (7 ayes, 0 noes)

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss legal actions, causes of action, or litigation involving the governmental body. The Council will vote on whether to make the meeting closed for confidential communications with attorneys.

• Discussion of legal actions and litigation
• Vote to determine if the meeting will be closed

The council accepted the agenda as published with a 7‑2 vote. It then voted 8‑1 to adjourn into a closed executive session to discuss legal actions and privileged communications. After the closed session, the council adjourned by general consent.

• Accepted agenda as published (7-2)
• Moved to closed executive session to discuss litigation (8-1)
• Adjourned meeting by general consent

Library Board

The St. Joseph Public Library Board of Trustees Budget Committee will meet to review the 2025-2026 budget. The committee will also vote on the approval of minutes from the April 24, 2025 meeting.

• 2025-2026 Budget
• Approval of April 24, 2025 Budget Committee minutes

The committee approved the minutes of the April 24, 2025 meeting. It then approved the final 2025‑2026 budget to be presented to the full Board of Trustees. No other business was considered and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved April 24, 2025 Budget Committee minutes (all present voted yes)
• Approved 2025‑2026 library budget for Board presentation (all present voted yes)
• Adjourned meeting (all present voted yes)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the results of the City of St. Joseph DirectionFinder Survey.

• Presentation of City of St. Joseph DirectionFinder Survey results

The City Council work session on June 23, 2025 featured a presentation of the 2025 DirectionFinder survey findings by Robert Heacock of ETC Institute. Council members discussed the importance of acting on the survey data and the need for consistent, fact‑based communication. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will meet to discuss the analysis of listening sessions held in May. The body will also discuss resolution recommendations and member input for the commission's Facebook page.

• Analysis of May listening sessions
• Discussion of resolution recommendations
• Member input for the HRC Facebook page

The Human Rights Commission met on June 16, 2025 and adjourned at 6:18 p.m. after Chairperson Brown made a motion to adjourn that was seconded by Stickley. No formal votes were taken on policy items; discussions on a fall listening session, a city‑council protest resolution, and assistance from Dr. Gray were left for future consideration. Topics such as expanding public access via Zoom and extending meeting door times were also tabled.

• Adjourned meeting (motion to adjourn made by Brown, seconded by Stickley)
• Issue of Dr. Gray assistance tabled pending further contact
• Public Zoom access and extended door‑time discussion tabled for later

Senior Citizen Foundation, Inc. Board

The Senior Citizen Foundation, Inc. Board is meeting to review financial and director reports. The body will discuss bylaws and the formation of committees.

• Treasurer's Report by Harlyn Feitzman
• Directors Report by Sule Noel
• Discussion of bylaws
• Determination of committees
• Nominating committee

The board unanimously approved the May 20 minutes and accepted the Treasurer’s Report. A revised budget of $150,000 for fiscal year 2025‑2026 was approved unanimously after amendments. The bylaws were adopted with ten ayes and one nay vote. An allocation of $300 for a July 28 hot‑dog luncheon was also approved unanimously.

• Approved May 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Treasurer’s Report (unanimous)
• Approved 2025‑2026 budget of $150,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted bylaws (10 ayes, 1 nay)
• Approved $300 allocation for July 28 hot‑dog luncheon (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will meet to review a request to vacate an alley and a trial period for parking restrictions. The board will also vote on the minutes from the March 12, 2025, meeting.

• Discussion of ROW/Easement Vacation Application from Dustin Norris (St. Joseph Winsupply) for the alley from Patee St to Olive St., between 5th and 6th St.
• Approval of a "No Parking" signs trial period on the south side of Pacific Street from the Belt Highway to 33rd Street.

The commission unanimously approved the March 12, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved the ROW/easement vacation request for the alley between Patee and Olive Streets and sent it to the Planning Commission. It also approved the permanent removal of parking on the south side of Pacific Street and sent the recommendation to City Council for final approval.

• Approved March 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimously)
• Approved ROW/easement vacation for alley from Patee St to Olive St between 5th and 6th St; motion carried by general consent, to be sent to Planning Commission
• Approved permanent removal of parking on south side of Pacific St from Belt Highway to 33rd St; motion carried by general consent, to be sent to City Council

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget and a five-year capital improvement program. The body is also reviewing several fee increases for sewer, landfill, and recreation services, alongside significant financial assistance for Daily's Premium Meats.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 City budget
• Issuance of approximately $60,000,000 in taxable industrial development revenue bonds for Daily's Premium Meats, LLC
• Proposed 3% sewer service fee increases effective July 1, 2025, and July 1, 2026
• Work order with Transystems Corporation for Cook Road improvements in the amount of $275,975.00
• Purchase of a 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 for the police maintenance division for $43,988.00

The St. Joseph City Council adopted the Fiscal Year 2025‑2026 budget and approved a $60,000,000 industrial development revenue bond issuance for Daily’s Premium Meats. It also authorized several budget amendments and purchases, including a police truck, fire‑department training equipment, and a water‑filtration system. The five‑year Capital Improvement Program (2026‑2031) was approved as well.

• Adopted FY 2025‑2026 city budget (passed)
• Approved $60,000,000 industrial development revenue bonds for Daily’s Premium Meats (passed)
• Authorized purchase of 2025 Chevrolet Silverado for Police Maintenance Division ($43,988) (passed)
• Authorized purchase of first‑responder training equipment for Fire Department ($5,432.95) (passed)
• Transferred $820,602 from General Fund to Aviation Fund (passed)
• Authorized purchase of reverse osmosis water filtration system ($42,250) (passed)
• Authorized Change Order No. 6 for Civic Arena Restroom Renovations ($106,467.03) (passed)
• Approved five‑year Capital Improvement Program (2026‑2031) (passed)

Aviation Board

The Rosecrans Memorial Airport Aviation Advisory Board will meet to review airport and military updates. The board will also discuss the 2024 Capital Improvement Program campaign.

• Approval of May 5, 2025 minutes
• Airport and Military updates
• Capital Improvement Program, 2024 Campaign

The Aviation Board approved the meeting minutes after a clarification to a prior motion. A motion to adjourn was made and seconded, ending the session. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved meeting minutes (with clarification)
• Adjourned meeting (motion made and seconded)

Community Police Advisory Committee

The Community Police Advisory Committee is meeting to elect officers and approve minutes from September 2024. The group will discuss community concerns and interactions with the Police Department.

• Election of officers
• Approval of September 2024 minutes
• Discussion on community concerns
• Interaction with Police Department

The Community Police Advisory Committee did not hold its June 3, 2025 meeting because a quorum was not present. No actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Land Bank Board

The Land Bank Board will meet to review property donations and a purchase application for 731 S. 10th Street. Members will also discuss funding for property maintenance and receive updates on the Land Bank Act and quiet title lawsuits.

• Property Purchase Application for 731 S. 10th Street
• Status of 1015 North 5th Street (old Washington School) demolition
• Payment source for property maintenance activities
• Status of properties bought at 2024 tax sale
• Annual audit

The Land Bank Board unanimously approved the meeting minutes. It also voted to authorize attorney Emberton to proceed with demolition of the dangerous building at 518 South 12". The board accepted a quit‑claim deed for 706‑708 South 11, transferring title to the Land Bank. Other items were informational updates.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized demolition of 518 South 12" property (unanimous)
• Accepted quit‑claim deed for 706‑708 South 11, transferring title to the Land Bank

Library Board

The St. Joseph Public Library Personnel Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and conduct a closed session. The closed session is intended for discussions regarding the hiring, firing, disciplining, or promoting of specific employees.

• Vote to approve January 30, 2025 meeting minutes
• Vote to enter closed session for personnel matters per Section 610.021 (3) RSMO

Sustainable Environment Advisory Committee

The Sustainable Environment Advisory Committee is meeting to consult on alternative energy and review goals for 2025. The body will discuss plans for decreasing single-use plastics, a composting ordinance, and native plant workshops.

• Consultation on alternative energy with Paul Stevenson
• Review of composting ordinance workshop and plans
• Review of Sustainability Awards and Recognitions program
• Discussion on updating solar panel and wind turbine ordinances
• Re-use Revolution informational meeting scheduled for July 8 at Museum Hill

City Council

The St. Joseph City Council will hold public hearings on the five-year capital improvement plan and the fiscal year 2025/2026 budget. The meeting will also include votes on technology purchases for police and cybersecurity, a funding agreement for a new YMCA aquatic facility, and flood-reimbursement recognition.

• $7,000,000 funding agreement with YMCA for aquatic facility at 3601 N. Village Drive plus $270,000 annual operational support for 20 years
• $11,424 purchase of Talino Intel workstation for Police Department Electronic Crimes Unit from SUMURI
• $35,604 three-year maintenance agreement with CDW-G for police communication systems
• $60,090.63 fund adjustment for FEMA-approved flood reimbursement from SEMA
• $93,052.50 purchase of two Wanco solar camera trailers for police surveillance

The City Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including a $7,000,000 funding agreement with the YMCA for an aquatic facility and a $798,725 land purchase for a new transit transfer station. All items on the consent agenda were adopted, and the meeting minutes and agenda were approved by unanimous consent. One councilmember abstained on the transit land purchase.

• Approved $11,424 Intel workstation purchase for Police Electronic Crimes Unit (unanimous)
• Approved $35,604 three‑year maintenance agreement with CDW‑G for police communications (unanimous)
• Approved $60,090.63 reimbursement amendment for FEMA flood expenses (unanimous)
• Approved $798,725 land purchase for transit transfer station; Councilmember Davis abstained
• Approved $7,000,000 YMCA aquatic facility funding and $270,000 annual operations (unanimous)
• Approved $33,953.64 police ammunition purchase (unanimous)
• Approved $47,117.19 Ford F350 pickup for Mass Transit Division (unanimous)
• Approved $55,752 Thinkgard cyber‑security services agreement (unanimous)

Social Welfare Board of Buchanan County

The Social Welfare Board of Buchanan County, doing business as Stuber Health Center, will meet to discuss operational updates and financial reports. The board is scheduled to consider approvals for auditing and payroll, timekeeping, and HR services.

• Approval of auditing service
• Approval of payroll, timekeeping and HR service
• Financial reports for SHC and Westside
• Executive Director's report on operational updates, staffing, and grants

The board approved the minutes from the April 22 meeting. It accepted the audit contract bid of $6,750 per year and the Sage payroll, timekeeping and HR quote adding $4,500 per year. The board also accepted the clinic's April financial statements showing a net income of $10,091.52 and a year‑to‑date loss of $13,335.52.

• Approved April 22 minutes (motion carried)
• Accepted audit contract bid of $6,750 per year (motion carried)
• Accepted Sage payroll, timekeeping and HR quote adding $4,500/year (motion carried)
• Accepted April financials (net income $10,091.52, YTD loss $13,335.52) (motion carried)

City Council Work Session

The St. Joseph City Council will hold a work session to discuss the 2025 Sewer Rate Study. This is a procedural meeting with no formal decisions scheduled.

• 2025 Sewer Rate Study discussion

The St. Joseph City Council work session on May 27, 2025 heard a presentation on the 2025 Sewer Rate Study and a recommendation for a two‑year rate increase. Council members and staff asked questions of the consultant and city officials. The meeting did not record any vote or formal adoption of the FY2026 or FY2027 rate proposals. The session concluded with the proposal to adopt the new rates noted but not acted upon.

Port Authority

The St. Joseph Regional Port Authority Board of Commissioners will review financial reports and an audit. The board is also scheduled to vote on the renewal of a line of credit with Commerce Bank.

• Approval of renewal of line of credit with Commerce Bank
• Review of audit for year ended June 30, 2024
• Review of financials for period ending April 30, 2025
• Update on Sheet Metal Wall Project

Library Board

The St. Joseph Public Library Board will meet to approve meeting minutes, review financial reports, and discuss board member terms. Four policy updates will be voted on: Interlibrary Loan, Pets and Service Animals, Proctoring Guidelines, and Programming Policy.

• Vote on Interlibrary Loan Policy Update
• Vote on Pets and Service Animals Policy Update
• Vote on Proctoring Guidelines Update
• Vote on Programming Policy Update
• Approval of checks #35494–#35554 and March financial reports

The Board approved the meeting minutes and the April financial report. It also approved the April check batch and electronic withdrawals. Four library policies – Interlibrary Loan, Pets and Service Animals, Exam Proctoring, and Programming – were each approved as presented. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved meeting minutes (all present voted yes)
• Approved April checks #35494‑#35554 and electronic withdrawals (all present voted yes)
• Accepted pages 10‑19 of the April financial report (all present voted yes)
• Approved updated Interlibrary Loan Policy (all present voted yes)
• Approved updated Pets and Service Animals Policy (all present voted yes)
• Approved updated Exam Proctoring Policy & Guidelines (all present voted yes)
• Approved updated Programming Policy (all present voted yes)
• Adjourned meeting (all present voted yes)

Senior Citizen Foundation, Inc. Board

The Board will meet to review reports from the Treasurer and Director. The agenda includes discussions on allocation requests and committee reports.

• Treasurer's Report by Harlyn Fritzson
• Directors Report by Julie Noel
• Allocation Requests committee report
• Decoration Committee report
• Nominating Committee report

The board unanimously approved the April 15, 2025 minutes and accepted the Treasurer's Report. It also unanimously approved the nominating committee’s recommendations, appointing Charles Clisbee and George Hammer as Foundation Directors and Drew Brown and Sally Schwab as City appointees. The board accepted the resignations of Charles Clisbee and Sandy Swartz effective June 30, 2025, and agreed that current officers will serve another year while Secretary Connie Fleckal remains in her role until a replacement is found.

• Approved April 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Treasurer’s Report (unanimous)
• Approved Charles Clisbee and George Hammer as Foundation Directors (unanimous)
• Approved Drew Brown and Sally Schwab as City appointees (unanimous)
• Accepted resignations of Charles Clisbee and Sandy Swartz effective 6-30-25 (unanimous)
• Current officers will serve another year (unanimous)
• Secretary Connie Fleckal will remain until a replacement is found (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Housing Authority

The St. Joseph Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will consider Resolution #1075 to approve a demolition bid from Waynes Excavation & Demolition, Inc. for $77,000 at 2811 S36th trailer park. The board will also review occupancy and financial reports.

• Resolution #1075: approving demolition bid of $77,000 from Waynes Excavation & Demolition, Inc. for 2811 S36th trailer park
• Occupancy review discussion
• Financial report review

The board unanimously approved Resolution #1075, authorizing a $77,000 demolition bid from Wynes Excavation to remove a trailer court, a framed home and a block building at 2811 So. 36" Street. The board also unanimously approved Resolution #1076 to update the SJHA Personnel and Policies Handbook. Minutes from the April 17, 2025 meeting were approved. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved $77,000 demolition bid (Resolution #1075) – vote 4-0
• Approved update to Personnel and Policies Handbook (Resolution #1076) – vote 4-0
• Approved minutes from April 17, 2025 meeting – vote unanimous

City Council Work Session

The St. Joseph City Council is holding a work session to review the City Manager's proposed 2025-2026 Fiscal Year Budget for the Public Works & Transportation Department. The review covers Administration, Engineering, SIM&R, Landfill, Aviation, Transit, and Water Protection. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• Review of Administration budget within Public Works & Transportation
• Review of Engineering budget
• Review of SIM&R (Streets, Infrastructure, Maintenance & Repair) budget
• Review of Landfill, Aviation, Transit, and Water Protection budgets
• Wrap up of budget discussion

During the May 13 work session the council reached a consensus not to fund the Sculpture Walk ($2,500), Innovation Stockyard ($20,000) and MoKan Regional Council ($25,000). Council members also agreed to add a 30‑minute director update work session before each regular council meeting. No other budget items were formally approved or denied.

• Not fund Sculpture Walk ($2,500) (consensus)
• Not fund Innovation Stockyard ($20,000) (consensus)
• Not fund MoKan Regional Council ($25,000) (consensus)
• Add 30‑minute director update work session before each council meeting (consensus)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on establishing the Tuscany North Community Improvement District. Key ordinances include requiring online short-term rental platforms to collect and remit the transient guest tax, and approving $7 million for YMCA aquatics facility construction plus $270,000 annual operating costs for 20 years. Resolutions adopt an economic development policy, a housing infill plan, and authorize a $50,000 housing rehabilitation grant for 1501 N. 10th Street. Also on the agenda: a $798,725 land purchase for a new transit transfer station on Woodbine Road and several police department technology purchases.

• Public hearing and ordinance to establish the Tuscany North Community Improvement District
• Ordinance requiring online short-term rental platforms to collect and remit the city's transient guest tax
• Funding agreement with YMCA for $7,000,000 aquatics facility construction plus $270,000 annual operating costs for 20 years
• Resolution authorizing $798,725 land purchase from East Hills Properties for a new transit transfer station on Woodbine Road
• Resolution for a $50,000 housing rehabilitation grant for 1501 N. 10th Street to be sold to an income-eligible household

The council accepted the meeting agenda and consent agenda by unanimous vote. It passed an ordinance establishing the Tuscany North Community Improvement District and a short‑term rental tax ordinance. Several resolutions were adopted, including a housing rehabilitation contract for 1501 N. 10th Street, a $24,500 procurement software purchase, a $43,199 change order for a signalized intersection upgrade, and the city’s Economic Development Policy.

• Agenda accepted (9 ayes)
• Consent agenda numbers 49804‑49813 passed (9 ayes)
• Ordinance requiring short‑term rental services to collect transient guest tax passed
• Ordinance establishing Tuscany North Community Improvement District passed
• Resolution adopting Housing Infill and Needs Assessment Plan adopted
• Resolution authorizing $50,000 housing rehab contract for 1501 N. 10th Street adopted
• Resolution authorizing $24,500 procurement software purchase adopted
• Resolution authorizing $43,199 change order for Signalized Intersection Upgrade adopted (Councilmember Schultz abstained)

City Council Work Session

The St. Joseph City Council will hold a work session to discuss plans for a new Fire Station #10. No ordinances or votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Discussion of new Fire Station #10

The work session reviewed three possible locations for Fire Station #10 and presented maps of response times. The fire chief recommended the East Hyde Park site, noting it is city‑owned and could save $200‑400 K. Buchanan County EMS expressed interest in a partnership for the preferred site, and the cost to relocate the Chief White Cloud statue was mentioned. No formal decisions, approvals, or vote tallies were recorded.

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the City Manager's proposed 2025-2026 Fiscal Year Budget. Specific reviews include the Fire Department, Police Department, and Health Department budgets (including General Health Services and Animal Control). No votes are expected; this is a discussion-only session.

• Review of Fire Department budget
• Review of Police Department budget
• Review of Health Department budget (General Health Services and Animal Control)

The council reviewed the City Manager’s proposed 2025‑2026 budget for fire, police and health departments. Staff were asked to provide more public information on the DocuPet online pet registration program. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Downtown Review Board

The Downtown Review Board will hold a public hearing and consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior building renovations at 716 Felix Street. The board will also receive an informational update regarding Art Alley. The meeting includes call to order, roll call, and approval of minutes from December 23, 2024.

• Certificate of Appropriateness request for exterior renovations at 716 Felix by Jamie Donaldson
• Informational update on Art Alley by Dr. Kim Schutte

The board approved the December 23, 2024 meeting minutes by a 6‑0 vote. It also approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior renovations at 716 Felix, also by a 6‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved Dec 23 2024 minutes (6‑0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 716 Felix renovations (6‑0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss matters related to hiring, firing, disciplining, or promoting an employee, during which personal information may be discussed. The council will first vote on whether to close the meeting under state law.

• Vote on whether to enter closed session for personnel discussion

The council approved the agenda as published with an 8‑0 vote. They then voted 7‑0 to adjourn into an executive closed session to discuss employee personnel matters. After the closed session the council reconvened in open session and later adjourned the meeting by general consent. No other business was taken.

• Agenda accepted as published (8-0)
• Motion to adjourn into executive closed session carried (7-0)
• Closed session adjourned and open session reconvened (by general consent)
• Meeting adjourned by general consent (no vote recorded)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to review the City Manager’s proposed 2025-2026 Fiscal Year Budget. The session involves reviewing budget allocations across several city departments.

• Administration Departments budgets (Mayor, City Council, City Manager, City Clerk, Human Resources, Finance, Technology Services)
• Planning & Community Development Department budget
• Civic Facilities Department budget (Civic Arena, Missouri Theater, Remington Nature Center)
• Parks & Recreation Department budget (Bode Sports Complex, Fairview Golf Course, REC Center, Aquatics, Parks Maintenance)

The City Council met on May 6, 2025 to discuss the City Manager’s proposed 2025‑2026 fiscal year budget. Department heads presented FY26 budget figures and noted restructurings, such as Communications moving under the City Manager and Technology Services becoming an independent department. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded in the minutes.

• Reviewed FY26 budget proposals for all departments (no vote recorded)

Aviation Board

The board will meet to discuss airport and military updates. The agenda includes a review of the 2024 Capital Improvement Program campaign and airport tenant activities.

• 2024 Capital Improvement Program campaign
• Airport tenants and organization activities
• Airport updates
• Military updates

The Aviation Advisory Board approved the corrected March 20, 2025 minutes. A motion was approved that absences from off‑schedule meetings will not be viewed negatively. The board confirmed that regular meetings will continue on Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m. The meeting was adjourned at 1:00 p.m.

• Approved March 20, 2025 minutes (correction to Member Tyrrell term year)
• Approved motion that absences from off‑schedule meetings will not be viewed negatively
• Confirmed meetings will remain on Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m.
• Adjourned meeting at 1:00 p.m.

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the City Manager's proposed 2025-2026 Fiscal Year Budget. Topics include fund overview, policy considerations, capital plan, and funded services. No formal votes are expected as this is a discussion-only session.

• Budget introduction and fund overview
• Policy considerations for the budget
• Capital plan discussion
• Review of funded services
• Union representatives invited to attend

The May 5, 2025 work session presented City Manager Mike Schumacher’s proposed FY 2025‑2026 budget. The council discussed budget highlights, including salary increases, fund‑balance policies, and proposed funding for items such as the Sculpture Walk ($2,500) and Innovation Stockyards ($20,000). No votes, approvals, or denials were recorded during the meeting.

City Council

The City Council will discuss several infrastructure contracts, including wastewater and landfill projects. The body is also considering the establishment of the Tuscany North Community Improvement District and new tax collection requirements for short-term rentals.

• Grant of $2,145,000.00 for the blower replacement project at the wastewater treatment facility
• Public hearing and proposed establishment of the Tuscany North Community Improvement District
• Contract with Sak Construction, LLC for $963,891.60 for sanitary services using cured-in-place pipe
• Purchase of a new Zamboni ($196,684.74) and auto ice painter ($13,172.00) for Bode Ice Arena
• Proposed ordinance requiring online short-term rental services to collect and remit transient guest tax

The St. Joseph City Council approved a series of ordinances authorizing contracts for fireworks, communications site leases, landfill projects, and a $2.145 M grant to replace a blower at the wastewater treatment facility. It also adopted resolutions to purchase a trash pump, fund electrical work at a new maintenance building, and contract CIPP sanitary repairs costing $963,891.60. Additionally, the council confirmed a nomination to the Regional Port Authority and postponed the Tuscany North Community Improvement District hearing to May 12.

• Approved $22,500 /yr fireworks contract with Premier Pyrotechnics (Bill #1227-22)
• Approved $4,050 annual communications site lease with Zane S. Dodge (Bill #1228-22)
• Approved $61,941.96 annual lease for three radio tower sites (Bill #1229-22)
• Approved $2,145,000 grant for wastewater treatment blower replacement (Bill #1230-22)
• Approved $233,018.28 Change Order for landfill Cell 8 emergency excavation (Bill #1232-22)
• Approved master on‑call construction agreements up to $75,000 each with Auxier Construction, John Jackson Plumbing, JD Bishop Construction, Sprague Excavating, and M‑Con (Bills #1233‑22 to #1237‑22)
• Adopted resolution to purchase one six‑inch trash pump for $35,992.19 (Resolution #5444)
• Adopted work order with SAK Construction for CIPP sanitary services costing $963,891.60 (Resolution #5446)

Library Board

The Budget Committee will consider approving the June 27, 2024 minutes and hold a discussion on the 2025-2026 library budget. No specific dollar amounts or proposals are listed in the agenda. The meeting is open to the public.

• Approval of June 27, 2024 Budget Committee minutes (vote)
• Discussion of 2025-2026 Budget (new business)

The St. Joseph Public Library Budget Committee approved the minutes from its June 27, 2024 meeting. No other business was taken and the committee then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved minutes of June 27, 2024 Budget Committee meeting (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Library Board

The St. Joseph Public Library Board of Trustees will consider approving March financial reports and minutes, then discuss and vote on several policy updates including the Board of Trustees Bylaws, a Harassment and Discrimination Policy, and the sale of surplus property. The board will also vote on the SJPL Foundation Books Beers & Boos Fundraiser and receive updates on the library logo and ongoing projects.

• Vote on Board of Trustees Bylaws update
• Vote on Sale of Surplus Property
• Vote on Harassment and Discrimination Policy
• Vote on SJPL Foundation Books Beers & Boos Fundraiser
• Discussion of library projects overview

The board approved several policy updates, including the library logo, bylaws edits, surplus‑property and harassment policies, and a fundraiser with alcohol. They also voted to reduce Downtown Library operating hours to 6 p.m. Monday‑Thursday beginning in mid‑May. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved updated SJPL logo (unanimous)
• Approved edits to the Board of Trustees Bylaws (unanimous)
• Approved Sale of Surplus Property policy as edited (unanimous)
• Approved Harassment and Discrimination Policy as presented (unanimous)
• Approved Books, Beers, and Boos fundraiser with alcohol at Downtown Library (unanimous)
• Approved reduction of Downtown Library hours to 6 p.m. Mon‑Thu starting mid‑May (unanimous)
• Approved checks #35437‑#35478, March electronic withdrawals and journal entries (unanimous)

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will meet to review updates on listening session partnerships and discuss a potential resolution recommendation. The body will also address member input for the commission's Facebook page.

• Planning for upcoming listening session partnerships
• Discussion on pursuing a resolution recommendation
• Member input for the HRC Facebook page

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to consider an emergency ordinance (Bill #1242-22) to appoint Laura B. Chavez as Municipal Judge of St. Joseph, filling the unexpired term of Theodore Elo. If approved, the appointment takes effect April 23, 2025.

• Emergency Ordinance (Bill #1242-22) to appoint Laura B. Chavez as Municipal Judge for the remainder of Theodore Elo's term

The City Council accepted the agenda as published with a unanimous vote. The council then passed an emergency ordinance appointing Laura B. Chavez as Municipal Judge to fill the remainder of Judge Theodore Elo's term, effective April 23, 2025. The appointment was approved by all nine council members. The meeting adjourned by general consent at 4:05 p.m.

• Accepted agenda as published (9‑0)
• Passed Emergency Ordinance appointing Laura B. Chavez as Municipal Judge (9‑0)
• Adjourned by general consent

Social Welfare Board of Buchanan County

The Social Welfare Board (dba Stuber Health Center) will hear the Operational Director's financial report for the clinic and Westside, and the Executive Director's report on operations, staffing, contracts, and funding. The agenda is largely procedural with no votes or specific action items.

• Financials for Stuber Health Center and Westside
• Operational updates including clinic statistics, staffing, contracts, and grants
• No old business or decisions on the agenda

The Social Welfare Board approved the March 25, 2025 minutes, accepted the March financial statements, authorized reinvestment of the CD at Bank Midwest, and voted to hold a closed session for personnel matters. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved March 25, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Accepted March financials for Stuber Health Center (motion carried)
• Approved reinvestment of the CD at Bank Midwest
• Voted to hold a closed meeting session to discuss personnel issues

Housing Authority

The St. Joseph Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will meet to vote on several resolutions, including the 2025-2029 Five Year Plan, acceptance of HUD income limits, and write-offs. A public notice period for the five-year plan is also scheduled.

• Resolution #1069: Accepting 2025 HUD Income Limits for Public Housing and Section 8
• Resolution #1070: Approving the 2025-2029 Five Year Plan
• Resolution #1071: Approving the 2025 Utility Allowance Schedules
• Resolution #1072: Write-off of collection loss in the amount of $1,530.52
• Resolution #1073: Write-off of outstanding checks over 90 days for Voucher and Low Rent programs

City Council

This is a special meeting called by nine council members to discuss hiring, firing, disciplining, or promoting an employee. The council will first vote on whether to close the meeting to the public, as allowed by Missouri law. No other business is scheduled.

• Council will vote on whether to close the meeting to discuss a personnel matter under Section 610.021(3) RSMo.

The council accepted the agenda as published with a 7‑0 vote. It then approved a motion to go into an executive closed session to discuss hiring, firing, disciplining or promoting an employee, also by a 7‑0 vote. After the closed session the council reconvened in open session and adjourned by general consent.

• Accepted agenda as published (7‑0)
• Approved motion to enter executive closed session on personnel matters (7‑0)
• Adjourned meeting by general consent

Senior Citizen Foundation, Inc. Board

The Senior Citizens Foundation Board will hold a regular meeting on April 15, 2025. Business includes an approval vote on proposed bylaws and discussion of a donation request to cover a fee increase. Routine reports from the treasurer and director will also be presented.

• Approval vote on bylaws (old business)
• Allocation request: donation to cover fee increase
• Treasurer's and director's reports

The board voted 11-1 to adopt the revised bylaws. A proposal to subsidize the upcoming fee increase was rejected 5-7. Two allocations were unanimously approved: $839.88 for new folding tables and up to $1,000 to repair the billiard table. The meeting also unanimously accepted the March 18 minutes and the Treasurer’s Report.

• Approved revised bylaws (11-1)
• Rejected subsidy rate‑increase motion (5-7)
• Approved $839.88 purchase of folding tables (unanimous)
• Approved up to $1,000 repair of billiard table (unanimous)
• Approved March 18 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Treasurer’s Report (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The St. Joseph City Council will hold a public hearing on forming the Tuscany North Community Improvement District and consider multiple bills and resolutions. Key decisions include a $60 million bond for a hotel project, a $2.145 million Army Corps grant for wastewater treatment upgrades, and several parks and street improvement contracts. The consent agenda covers routine items like golf course fee changes, parking restrictions, and insurance renewals.

• Resolution of intent to issue $60M in taxable industrial development revenue bonds for STJ Hotel Group
• Public hearing and ordinance to establish Tuscany North Community Improvement District
• Ordinance to accept $2,145,000 Army Corps grant for blower replacement at wastewater treatment facility
• Ordinance authorizing $1,086,007 transfer for Hyde Park Aquatics Phase 2 project
• Ordinance approving $613,320 contract with Lawhon Construction for Phil Welch structural improvements

The council adopted a resolution authorizing approximately $60 million in industrial development revenue bonds to finance a project for STJ Hotel Group, with a 7‑0 vote and one abstention. It also continued the public hearing on the Tuscany North Community Improvement District to the April 28 meeting and approved a large set of ordinances and resolutions covering parks fees, parking restrictions, construction contracts, insurance renewals, and equipment purchases.

• Accepted the agenda (motion carried, 8‑1)
• Continued public hearing on Tuscany North Community Improvement District to April 28 (8‑1)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 49720‑49743 (8‑1)
• Passed ordinance updating Fairview Golf Course fee schedule (passed)
• Passed ordinance prohibiting parking on north side of Pacific Street (passed)
• Passed ordinance authorizing $613,320 contract with Lawhon Construction and $769,868 amendment for Phil Welch Structural Improvements (passed)
• Authorized $60 M industrial development revenue bonds for STJ Hotel Group (7‑0, 1 abstention)
• Authorized purchase of a 2018 Weiler asphalt paver for $54,900 (passed)

City Council

The St. Joseph City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss preparations for employee group negotiations and matters related to sealed bids and contracts. The council will first vote on whether to close the meeting under Missouri law.

• Vote on closing the meeting under RSMo 610.021(9) and (12) for negotiations with employee groups and sealed bid/contract discussions.

The council voted to accept the agenda as published, with eight members in favor and one absent. They then approved moving into an executive (closed) session to discuss negotiations and sealed bids, also by an 8‑1 vote. After the closed session, the council adjourned the meeting by general consent.

• Accepted agenda as published (8-1)
• Moved into executive (closed) session to discuss negotiations and sealed bids (8-1)
• Adjourned the meeting by general consent

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to review a Housing Analysis Plan presentation. The body will also discuss the Economic Development Incentive Policy.

• Housing Analysis Plan Presentation
• Economic Development Incentive Policy

The council approved a resolution supporting the Housing Infill and Needs Assessment plan presented by Planning & Community Development Director Clint Thompson. The council also approved a resolution endorsing the Economic Development Incentive Policy, establishing standards for financial incentives. No vote tallies were recorded. A request to issue $60 million in Chapter 100 bonds for a new hotel event space was discussed but not decided.

• Adopted Housing Infill and Needs Assessment plan (resolution of support)
• Adopted Economic Development Incentive Policy (resolution endorsement)

Tree Board

The Tree Board is meeting to review minutes from March 20, 2025. The board will discuss unfinished business regarding Arbor Day and the Tree City USA designation.

• Arbor Day discussion
• Tree City USA designation discussion

The board approved the March 20, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous voice vote. By consensus the board decided to hold a tree‑planting event for Arbor Day at the lot adjacent to the Aquatic Park. Staff noted that the Tree City USA application is in progress.

• Approved March 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Arbor Day tree planting at lot adjacent to Aquatic Park (consensus)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the audit review for Fiscal Year 2024. This meeting is used to examine the city's financial records from the previous year.

• Fiscal Year 2024 audit review

City Council

The City Council will discuss several budget amendments, including funding for park improvements and police incentive pay. The body is also reviewing a new subdivision plat and various service contracts.

• Bill 1204-22: Transfer of $1,086,007.00 from Capital Projects Fund to Parks Sales Tax Fund for Hyde Park Aquatics Phase 2
• Bill 1203-22: $613,320.00 contract with Lawhon Construction Company for Phil Welch structural improvements
• Bill 1201-22: Final plat for 'Country Lane Estates' subdivision (14 lots) at Buckingham Street and Country Lane
• Bill 1208-22: Budget amendment for police department incentive pay and benefits totaling $212,273.00
• Bill 1207-22: $132,850.00 agreement with Geo Comm, Inc. for GIS data and NextGen 9-1-1 services

The council adopted a resolution authorizing the issuance of approximately $18.5 million in taxable industrial development revenue bonds to finance a project for Nortian Foodtech LLC. It also approved several contracts and budget amendments, including an aviation fund amendment, an asphalt resurfacing contract, and an elevator upgrade for City Hall. All items were adopted without recorded dissent.

• Adopted resolution authorizing issuance of approx. $18.5 million industrial development revenue bonds for Nortian Foodtech (adopted)
• Approved $7,499,998.93 amendment to the Aviation Fund budget and consultant agreement for Rosecrans Memorial Airport project (adopted)
• Approved $3,130,100 unit‑price contract with Herzog Contracting for FY25 Asphalt Street Resurfacing Program (adopted)
• Approved $720,335 Elevator Construction Agreement with MEI Total Elevator Solutions for City Hall upgrades (adopted)
• Approved $54,492.37 Change Order No. 5 with E.L. Crawford Construction for Civic Arena Restroom Renovations (adopted)
• Approved purchase order up to $240,000 for concrete repairs on Stockyards Expressway (adopted)
• Approved $91,372.42 renewal of health services contract with Buchanan County (adopted)
• Approved sale of property near 29th St and Commercial to Ryan Robertson for $500 (adopted)

Library Board

The St. Joseph Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports and update several organizational policies. The board is scheduled to vote on updates regarding patron record confidentiality, cybersecurity, investment, and meetings and records policies.

• Approval of checks #35394 through #35436 and February electronic withdrawals
• Vote on Confidentiality of Patron Records update
• Vote on Cybersecurity Policy approval
• Vote on Investment Policy approval
• Vote on Meetings & Records Policy update

The Library Board approved the February meeting minutes and financial transactions. It also approved edited policies on Confidentiality of Patron Records, Cybersecurity, Investment, and Meetings & Records. All approvals were passed with unanimous yes votes from members present.

• Approved February 27, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous yes)
• Approved checks #35394‑#35436 and related February electronic withdrawals, direct deposits, and journal entries (unanimous yes)
• Approved pages 9‑20 of the February financial report (unanimous yes)
• Approved the Confidentiality of Patron Records policy as edited (unanimous yes)
• Approved the Cybersecurity Policy as edited (unanimous yes)
• Approved the Investment Policy changes as discussed (unanimous yes)
• Approved the Meetings & Records Policy as presented (unanimous yes)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to elect officers and approve previous minutes. The body will also consider a request to change the zoning district of a specific property from heavy manufacturing to two-family residential.

• Zoning district change request at 2112 S 9th Street from M-2 Heavy Manufacturing District to R-2 Two Family Residential District by Donald DeForge
• Election of Officers

Sustainable Environment Advisory Committee

The committee is discussing the status of a proposed composting ordinance and solar panel regulations. Members are reviewing 2025 goals focused on native plantings, reducing single-use plastics, and historic building stewardship.

• Status update on proposed composting ordinance
• Discussion regarding solar panels in front yards
• Review of 2025 goals including Green Small Business Awards and single-use plastic reduction
• Grant request from NWMO Master Gardeners for Pony Express plantings
• Proposed composting workshop on May 17 at 1202 Felix

The Sustainable Environment Advisory Committee reviewed the status of a video by Miu Sutton, noted that a composing ordinance has passed its first reading and awaits City Council approval, and discussed a letter about solar panels. It also shared updates on 2025 goals, awards, tree projects, and the Civic Center park balustrade project. No formal actions or votes were taken.

Social Welfare Board of Buchanan County

The Social Welfare Board of Buchanan County (dba Stuber Health Center) will meet to approve the 2025-2026 budget and review financial reports. Old business includes an analysis of the women's health program and an employee handbook update. The executive director will report on operations, clinic statistics, staffing, contracts, grants, and collaborations. The board will also hear an update from the Friends of Free Clinic.

• Approval of 2025-2026 budget for Stuber Health Center and Westside
• Analysis of women's health program
• Employee handbook update funding
• Operational director financial reports for SHC & Westside
• Executive director report on clinic statistics, contracts, grants, and collaborations

The board approved the February 25, 2025 meeting minutes. It accepted the February financial reports and adopted the proposed 2025‑2026 budget. The board also authorized seeking an attorney to revise the employee handbook and voted to hold a closed session on personnel issues.

• Approved February 25, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Accepted February financial statements for Stuber Health Center (motion carried)
• Approved the proposed 2025‑2026 budget (motion carried)
• Authorized solicitation of Kenneth Siemens law firm to revise employee handbook
• Voted to hold a closed meeting session to discuss personnel issues

Aviation Board

The Rosecrans Memorial Aviation Board will consider approval of minutes from October 2, 2024, and receive updates on airport and military operations. The board will also discuss the Capital Improvement Program for 2024 and hear public comment.

• Approval of minutes from October 2, 2024
• Capital Improvement Program update for the 2024 campaign

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will meet to review the status of the Lloyd Warmer Initiative and plan an upcoming listening session. The body will also discuss content for the HRC Facebook page.

• Status update on the Lloyd Warmer Initiative
• Planning for an upcoming listening session
• Member input for the HRC Facebook page

The commission approved the corrected minutes of the February meeting unanimously. Members agreed to present a Listening Session focused on mental health on May 15, 2025, with further planning to continue at the next meeting. The meeting was adjourned by a motion that carried.

• Approved February meeting minutes with correction (unanimous)
• Agreed to hold Listening Session on May 15, 2025 (no vote recorded)
• Motion to adjourn carried

Tree Board

The Tree Board will meet to elect a chairperson and review unfinished business. The board will also discuss Arbor Day and the Tree City USA designation.

• Election of Chair
• Discussion of Arbor Day
• Tree City USA designation

The St. Joseph Tree Board approved the minutes from the February 6, 2025 regular meeting by a unanimous voice vote. No other actions were taken; members discussed plans for Arbor Day and the Tree City USA application but made no decisions. The next meeting is set for April 3, 2025.

• Approved Feb. 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)

Senior Citizen Foundation, Inc. Board

The Senior Citizens Foundation Board will hold a regular meeting including an investment review by Commerce Trust, distribution of revised bylaws for a vote in April, and reports from the treasurer, director, and several committees. No votes on new items are scheduled at this meeting.

• Investment review by Commerce Trust
• Distribution of revised bylaws; approval vote scheduled for April 15
• Planning Group list of needs for the center
• Treasurer's report and Director's report
• Committee reports on allocation requests, decoration, nominating, and council

The Senior Citizen Foundation Board unanimously approved a $500 allocation for fitness center membership scholarships. They also discussed possibly subsidizing a city fee increase for user groups, with a decision deferred to the April meeting. The board approved the January 21, 2025 minutes and the Treasurer's Report.

• Approved $500 allocation for fitness center scholarships (unanimous)
• Approved January 21, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Treasurer's Report (unanimous)
• Deferred decision on subsidizing city fee increase to April meeting

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss an update on renovations at Krug Park. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion item only.

• Discussion of Krug Park renovations update

The City Council held a work session to review the Krug Park renovation project, presented by the design team. Council members requested that road resurfacing, parking lot improvements, and security cameras be added to the project scope. No formal votes were taken; the discussion was informational and directive for staff.

• Requested inclusion of road resurfacing through Krug Park in renovation project
• Requested inclusion of parking lot improvements throughout the park
• Requested installation of security cameras on new maintenance shed and at key park locations
• Discussed proposed ordinance on golf course fees; director to submit corrections to membership fee categories

City Council

The City Council will discuss several high-value infrastructure projects, including a new animal shelter and landfill excavation. The body is also reviewing multiple property redistricting requests and a real estate transfer for a protein manufacturing facility.

• Contract of $4,776,800.00 for a new animal shelter at 3405 South Belt Highway
• Change order of $1,208,940.00 for the City Sanitary Landfill Cell 8 emergency excavation project
• Sale of 24 acres at 2202 Alabama Street to Nortian Foodtech LLC for $10.00
• Proposed redistricting of 2023 Angelique Street, 1826 St. Joseph Avenue, and 2506 Messanie Street
• Proposed $7,499,998.93 agreement with Woolpert for a maintenance control complex at Rosecrans Memorial Airport

The St. Joseph City Council approved a $4,776,800 contract for a new animal shelter, three property rezonings, and several other ordinances and resolutions. A resolution supporting a school district bond issue was withdrawn. The council also introduced several new ordinances for future consideration.

• Approved $4,776,800 contract for new animal shelter at 3405 South Belt Highway (9-0)
• Rezoned 2023 Angelique Street from C-1 to R-4 (9-0)
• Rezoned 1826 St. Joseph Avenue from C-3 to R-2 (9-0)
• Rezoned 2506 Messanie Street from C-3 to R-1B (9-0)
• Approved $1,208,940 change order for landfill Cell 8 emergency excavation (9-0)
• Approved $2,552,529 FTA transit operating grant application (9-0)
• Approved $10 sale of 24 acres at 2202 Alabama Street to Nortian Foodtech (9-0)
• Withdrew resolution supporting St. Joseph School District Proposition 2 bond issue (8-1)

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will review warrant studies for traffic signal removal at two intersections and a parking restriction request. They will discuss a request to remove signals at 26th and 27th Streets on Mitchell Avenue, and a request to convert 18th and Highly to a four-way stop. A proposal to eliminate parking on Pacific Street from Belt Highway to 33rd Street will also be considered. The meeting follows approval of previous minutes.

• Review warrant study for removal of traffic signals at 26th and 27th Streets on Mitchell Avenue (requested by Gary Clark)
• Review warrant study to convert 18th and Highly intersection to a 4-way stop (requested by Amy Hammond)
• Discuss request to remove parking on north side of Pacific Street from Belt Highway to 33rd Street due to safety concerns (requested by Steve Schomburg)
• Approve meeting minutes from November 13, 2024

The Traffic Commission denied a request to remove traffic signals at 26th and 27th Streets on Mitchell Avenue, based on a warrant study that recommended keeping them. They also recommended making 18th and Highly a 4-way stop and proceeding with an engineering study, and recommended removing parking on the north side of Pacific Street between 33rd Street and Belt Highway.

• Denied request to remove traffic signals on Mitchell Avenue (unanimous)
• Recommended making 18th and Highly a 4-way stop and proceeding with engineering study (unanimous)
• Recommended removing parking on north side of Pacific Street from 33rd Street to Belt Highway (unanimous)
• Approved November 13, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Plumber's Examining and Appeals Board

This is a routine procedural meeting with no new business. The only item is a revised code language to reflect the board's name change, carried over as unfinished business.

• Revised city code language to update the board's official name

The Plumbers Examining and Appeals Board meeting on March 11, 2025, was called to order but no substantive business was conducted because a quorum was not present. The only agenda item, revised code language to reflect a board name change, was not discussed. The meeting was adjourned after a motion by Hayes and a second by Turner.

• No decisions made due to lack of quorum
• Meeting adjourned at 3:54pm

Community Police Advisory Committee

The Community Police Advisory Committee will hold a routine meeting including election of officers, approval of September 2024 minutes, and discussion of community concerns and interaction with the Police Department. The meeting is scheduled for March 4, 2025 at the Law Enforcement Center.

• Election of officers
• Approval of minutes from September 2024
• Discussion on community concerns
• Interaction with Police Department
• Public comment period

The Community Police Advisory Committee meeting was not held because fewer than three members were present, lacking a quorum. The three attending members still held an informal discussion and received a brief presentation on the police department's body-worn and car camera systems. No official decisions were made.

• No official meeting held due to lack of quorum
• Informal discussion held with attending members
• Presentation given on body-worn and car camera systems

Plumber's Examining and Appeals Board

The board will meet to address unfinished business and new business. The primary item for discussion is updating code language to reflect a change in the board's name.

• Revised code language regarding board name change

The Plumbers Examining and Appeals Board met and discussed revised code language reflecting the board's name change. Members provided feedback and decided additional changes are needed regarding support for the administrator test. The city attorney will provide updated code language before the next meeting. No formal decisions were made.

• Discussed revised code language for board name change
• Decided to add changes regarding administrator test support
• Directed city attorney to provide code language before next meeting

City Council

The City Council will vote on multiple ordinances and resolutions, including a land transfer for economic development, a new animal shelter contract, and several zoning changes. Budget amendments, service contracts, and fee increases are also on the agenda.

• Transfer of 24 acres at 2202 Alabama Street to Nortian Foodtech for $10 to build a protein manufacturing facility
• Contract with E.L. Crawford Construction for $4,776,800 to build a new animal shelter at 3405 South Belt Highway
• Purchase of 10 Motorola APX 8000 radios for police at $72,137.50
• Janitorial services agreement for Rosecrans Memorial Airport terminal with Advanced Cleaning Systems
• Increase in swimming pool admission fees and Fairview Golf Course greens fees

The City Council approved a consent agenda including a $4.78M contract for a new animal shelter and introduced an ordinance to sell 24 acres to Nortian Foodtech for $10. They also postponed a trades board consolidation ordinance to March 17. Several other ordinances were introduced for first reading, including rezoning requests and fee increases.

• Approved consent agenda including $4.78M animal shelter contract (9-0)
• Introduced ordinance to sell 24 acres at 2202 Alabama St to Nortian Foodtech for $10 (first reading)
• Postponed trades board consolidation ordinance to March 17 (9-0)
• Approved $699,493.53 for 21 police Tahoes (consent)
• Approved $72,137.50 for police radios (consent)
• Approved $168,881 for aerial bucket truck (consent)
• Approved $90,670 rehabilitation contract at Pleasant Heights (consent)
• Approved $123,900 tennis court resurfacing at Noyes (consent)

Library Board

The St. Joseph Public Library Board of Trustees will vote on updates to three policies: the Behavior Policy, Library Card Policy, and Personnel Manual. The board will also approve minutes from the January meeting and the treasurer's report, including checks and financial reports for January. Additionally, there will be a presentation by East Hills Branch Manager Crystal Stuck and an overview of library projects.

• Vote to approve update to Behavior Policy
• Vote to approve update to Library Card Policy
• Vote to approve update to Personnel Manual
• Approval of checks #35323 through #35393 and January financial reports
• Presentation by Crystal Stuck, Branch Manager of East Hills Library

The St. Joseph Public Library Board of Trustees approved updates to the Behavior Policy, Library Card Policy, and Personnel Manual, all unanimously. They also approved the January financial reports and routine checks, and discussed an unexpected bill for common area maintenance costs at East Hills Library.

• Approved January 23, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved checks #35323-#35393, January electronic withdrawals, direct deposits, and journal entries (unanimous)
• Approved pages 10-20 of January financial reports (unanimous)
• Approved updated Behavior Policy (unanimous)
• Approved updated Library Card Policy (unanimous)
• Approved updated Personnel Manual (unanimous)

Sustainable Environment Advisory Committee

The Sustainable Environment Advisory Committee will hear updates on a proposed composting ordinance and a discussion about allowing solar panels in front yards, prompted by a resident's request. The committee will also review its 2025 goals and hear reports from subcommittees on green business awards, native plantings, and reducing single-use plastics.

• Status update on proposed composting ordinance
• Discussion of solar panels in front yards following Stephen Balough's request
• Review of proposed 2025 goals for SEAC
• Green Business Awards set for April 21 at CVB; name change to Sustainability Awards considered
• Grant request from NWMO Master Gardeners for native plantings at Pony Express National Museum

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss a Citizen Satisfaction Survey and staff reorganization. No formal decisions are scheduled for this session.

• Citizen Satisfaction Survey
• Staff reorganization

The City Council held a work session to discuss a proposed 2025 Citizen Satisfaction Survey, which would be conducted by ETC and sent to 2,500-3,000 residents at a cost of about $21,000. The City Manager proposed conducting the survey every two years and using results to inform budget goals. Council members discussed the survey, and the City Manager agreed to move Question 05 (sewer utilities) later in the survey and add questions on transportation, accessibility, and alleys. No formal decisions were made; the item was discussion only.

• Discussed proposed 2025 Citizen Satisfaction Survey (no vote)
• City Manager agreed to move sewer utility question later in survey
• City Manager agreed to add transportation, accessibility, and alley questions

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss employee hiring, firing, discipline, and promotions. The body will also discuss preparations for negotiations with employee groups. The Council must vote to close the meeting before these discussions begin.

• Discussion of individually identifiable personnel records and performance ratings
• Preparation for negotiations with employee groups
• Vote to close the meeting per Section 610.021(3), (9) and (13) RSMo.

The St. Joseph City Council held a special meeting on February 26, 2025, and voted unanimously (9-0) to accept the agenda and then to adjourn into a closed executive session to discuss personnel matters, including hiring, firing, disciplining, or promoting employees, and negotiations with employee groups. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting reconvened in open session and adjourned at 5:15 p.m.

• Accepted the agenda as published (9-0)
• Voted to enter closed executive session for personnel matters (9-0)

Social Welfare Board of Buchanan County

The Social Welfare Board of Buchanan County, doing business as Stuber Health Center, will meet to discuss operational and financial reports for Stuber Health Center and Westside. New business includes a request for approval of funding for an employee handbook update. The board will also hear a clinic team connect update and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Operational Director report on financials for SHC & Westside
• Executive Director report requesting approval of employee handbook update funding
• Operational updates including clinic statistics, staffing, contracts/grants/funding, projects, collaborations, marketing, events
• Approval of January 28, 2025 minutes
• Clinic Team Connect update

The Social Welfare Board approved the January financials for Stuber Health Center, which posted a net loss of $6,415.35 for the month and a year-to-date loss of $46,103.53. Westside also reported a year-to-date loss of $99,637.80. The board also discussed hiring a nurse practitioner, received a $5,000 grant from AmeriCares, and voted to enter a closed session for personnel issues.

• Approved January financials for Stuber Health Center (motion carried)
• Voted to proceed with closed session for personnel issues
• Approved minutes of January 28, 2025 meeting
• Requested analysis of women's health program
• Requested quotes from three attorney offices for employee handbook revision

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will meet to review the status of the Lloyd Warner Initiative and develop commission procedures. The body will also plan an upcoming listening session and discuss content for the HRC Facebook page.

• Status update on the Lloyd Warner Initiative
• Development of HRC Procedures
• Planning for an upcoming listening session
• Member input for the HRC Facebook page

The Human Rights Commission approved the January meeting minutes as amended. Members discussed procedures for responding to events between meetings, deciding the City Attorney will draft and distribute minutes and agendas. The Commission also agreed to research local events in May and June for potential collaboration instead of hosting a traditional listening session.

• Approved January meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)
• City Attorney to draft and distribute minutes and agendas going forward
• Commission to research May/June community events for potential HRC participation
• Adjourned at 5:53 p.m.

Senior Citizen Foundation, Inc. Board

The Board of the Senior Citizen Foundation, Inc. will meet to review reports and conduct committee business. The agenda includes a presentation by Chuck Kempf, Director of Parks, Recreation, and Civic Facilities.

• Report from Chuck Kempf, Director of Parks, Recreation, and Civic Facilities
• Treasurer's Report by Harlyn Fritzson
• Allocation Requests committee report
• Decoration Committee report
• Nominating Committee report

Tree Board

The Tree Board will meet to approve previous minutes and elect a chair. Unfinished business includes planning for Arbor Day and maintaining the Tree City USA designation. New business and public comment will also be taken.

• Approval of minutes from Dec. 5, 2024
• Election of chair
• Discussion of Arbor Day events
• Discussion of Tree City USA designation

The St. Joseph Tree Board met on Feb. 6, 2025, with three members present. They approved the Dec. 5, 2024 minutes as amended to reflect discussion on the city's Tree City USA status, and re-elected Shelley White as chair. No new business was conducted; the meeting adjourned at 6:50 p.m.

• Approved Dec. 5, 2024 minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Re-elected Shelley White as chair (unanimous)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss Bill #1132-22, which would amend the Landfill Fund budget by appropriating $250,000 from fund balance for potential engineering services at the St. Joseph Landfill.

• Bill #1132-22: $250,000 appropriation from fund balance for landfill engineering services

The City Council held a work session to discuss Bill #1132-22, which would appropriate $250,000 from the Landfill Fund balance for potential engineering services at the landfill. No formal vote was taken; the discussion focused on timing and concerns about contractor communication. The meeting was informational only.

• Discussed Bill #1132-22 (no action taken)
• No vote on $250,000 landfill fund appropriation

City Council

The City Council will discuss an emergency excavation project for the city sanitary landfill and a temporary 30% reduction in solid waste intake. The body is also deciding on various infrastructure contracts, budget amendments, and a property rezoning request.

• Emergency ordinance for Cell 8 emergency excavation project with M-Con, LLC for $1,123,510.00
• Public hearing to redistrict 2824 S. 17th Street from Heavy Manufacturing to Two Family Residential
• Professional design services for new Fire Station 10 not to exceed $320,800.00
• Purchase of an automated license plate reader system from Flock Safety Group for $53,800.00
• Proposed 30% reduction of solid waste intake at the St. Joseph Sanitary Landfill effective March 1, 2025

The St. Joseph City Council approved an emergency ordinance for the Landfill Cell 8 Emergency Excavation Project with M-CON, LLC, at a cost of $1,123,510.00. A resolution to reduce solid waste intake by 30% at the landfill was withdrawn. The council also passed a consent agenda with multiple budget amendments, purchases, and agreements, and approved a redistricting ordinance for 2824 S. 17th Street.

• Approved emergency landfill cell excavation contract with M-CON, LLC for $1,123,510 (8-0)
• Withdrew resolution for 30% reduction of solid waste intake at landfill (8-0)
• Approved redistricting 2824 S. 17th Street from M-2 to R-2 (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including budget amendments, purchases, and agreements (8-0)
• Approved appointments to Board of Zoning Adjustment (Noynaert, Stickley, Clark)
• Approved $520,717.61 rollover of unspent health department grant funds
• Approved $33,683 grant for license plate readers for police and sheriff
• Approved $58,617.55 for police vehicle purchase and upfit

Library Board

The St. Joseph Public Library Board of Trustees Personnel Committee will meet to conduct a director evaluation and consider other business. The committee will also approve minutes from August 2023 and hear public comment.

• Director evaluation under new business
• Approval of meeting minutes from August 22, 2023
• Public comment period

Personnel Board

The Personnel Board will meet to elect a new chairperson and then address an employee grievance. The grievance discussion will occur in a closed session under state law, which allows private deliberation on personnel matters. The meeting also includes public comment and routine adjournment.

• Election of new Board Chairperson
• Employee Grievance (discussed in closed session under RSMo 610.021(3))
• Vote to close and reopen meeting for grievance

The Personnel Board elected Mike Cazel as chairperson and then held a closed session to hear a grievance filed by the Laborer's International Union of North America Local 579 on behalf of a Public Works and Water Protection Department employee. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned at approximately 5:10 p.m.

• Elected Mike Cazel as Chairperson (5-0)
• Closed meeting to hear union grievance (5-0)
• Recessed from closed session for a short break (5-0)
• Returned to closed session (5-0)

Social Welfare Board of Buchanan County

The Social Welfare Board of Buchanan County, doing business as Stuber Health Center, is meeting to approve minutes from November 2024, consider a policy approval under old business, and receive reports on financials, clinic statistics, staffing, contracts/grants, and collaborations. The meeting includes updates from the Executive Director and the Friends of Free Clinic board.

• Approval of November 26, 2024 meeting minutes
• Old business: policy approval
• Operational Director report on financials for SHC and Westside
• Executive Director report on clinic statistics, staffing, contracts/grants, and collaborations
• Friends of Free Clinic update

The Social Welfare Board approved the revised HIPAA policy and accepted November and December financials, which showed clinic net losses of $34,216.10 and $7,811.65, respectively, with a year-to-date loss of $37,459.68. Westside reported a year-to-date loss of $77,698.19. The board also moved to a closed session for personnel issues.

• Approved minutes of Nov 26, 2024 and Dec 10, 2024 meetings
• Approved revised HIPAA policy (motion carried)
• Accepted November and December financials (motion carried)
• Moved to closed session for personnel issues

Aviation Board

The Rosecrans Memorial Aviation Board will meet to discuss airport and military updates. The agenda includes a review of the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program.

• Approval of October 2, 2024 minutes
• Capital Improvement Program, 2023-2027

Land Bank Board

The St. Joseph Land Bank Board will consider authorizing demolition of a dangerous building at 518 South 12th Street, accept a quit claim deed for 706-708 South 11th Street, and receive updates on tax sale properties and Washington Elementary. A closed session may be held for real estate matters.

• Authorization to proceed with demolition of 518 South 12th as a dangerous building, pending certificate of appropriateness
• Acceptance of quit claim deed for 706-708 South 11th from property owner
• Update on status of 2023 and 2024 tax sale properties
• Update on Washington Elementary
• Possible closed session under state law for leasing, purchase, or sale of real estate

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider three requests to change zoning districts on specific properties from commercial/shopping to residential. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from December 18, 2024. Public comments are permitted according to adopted rules.

• Request to rezone 2506 Messanie Street from C-3 Commercial to R-1B Detached Single Family Residential
• Request to rezone 2023 Angelique from C-1 Neighborhood Shopping to R-4 Apartment Residential
• Request to rezone 1826 St Joseph Avenue from C-3 Commercial to R-2 Two Family Residential
• Approval of minutes from December 18, 2024

The Planning Commission approved three zoning district changes: 2506 Messanie Street from C-3 to R-1B, 2023 Angelique from C-1 to R-4, and 1826 St Joseph Ave from C-3 to R-2. All motions passed unanimously (4-0). The minutes from the December 18, 2024 meeting were also approved.

• Approved zoning change at 2506 Messanie Street from C-3 to R-1B (4-0)
• Approved zoning change at 2023 Angelique from C-1 to R-4 (4-0)
• Approved zoning change at 1826 St Joseph Ave from C-3 to R-2 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of December 18, 2024 meeting (4-0)

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will consider Resolution #1067, authorizing the director to sign an agreement supporting a 24/7 shelter operated by Community Missions. The board will also review occupancy figures and approve prior meeting minutes. No dollar amounts are specified in the agenda.

• Resolution #1067: Approve director to sign agreement supporting a 24/7 shelter run by Community Missions
• Occupancy review of Housing Authority properties
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Financial report review

The Housing Authority Board approved Resolution #1067, authorizing the Director to sign a two-year agreement with Community Missions for $25,000 per year to support a 24/7 shelter. The board also reviewed occupancy, VMS, and financial reports. Resolution #1068, approving the purchase of a trailer park at 2811 So. 36th Street for $150,000, was previously approved via email and will be officially ratified at the February meeting.

• Approved Resolution #1067: $25,000/year for 2 years to Community Missions for 24/7 shelter (5-0)
• Reviewed Occupancy Report, VMS Report, and financials for Section 8 and Low Rent programs
• Noted Resolution #1068 (trailer park purchase for $150,000) previously approved via email; official approval pending February meeting

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the 2025 Strategic Plan for the St. Joseph Museums.

• St. Joseph Museums 2025 Strategic Plan

The City Council held a work session to review the St. Joseph Museums 2025 Strategic Plan, presented by Executive Director Sara Wilson. No formal votes were taken; the plan is scheduled for approval at the next City Council meeting. Councilmember Madison Davis requested more budget detail in the business plan.

• Reviewed St. Joseph Museums 2025 Strategic Plan (no vote)
• Museum fiscal year changed to July 1–June 30 to align with plan
• Plan to be considered for approval at next City Council meeting
• Councilmember requested more budget detail in business plan

Library Board

The St. Joseph Public Library Board of Trustees will hold its regular monthly meeting, including votes on updates to the ALA Code of Ethics, Customer Service Standard, and Intellectual Freedom Policies. The board will also consider reaffirming its Mission/Vision/Values statements, discuss a new SJPL logo, and receive an overview of library projects. Financial reports and check approvals are on the agenda, along with a public comment period.

• Vote to approve update to ALA Code of Ethics
• Vote to approve update to Customer Service Standard
• Vote to approve update to Intellectual Freedom Policies
• Vote to reaffirm Mission/Vision/Values Statements
• Discussion and possible vote on SJPL Logo

The St. Joseph Public Library Board of Trustees met on January 23, 2025, and approved several routine items, including meeting minutes, checks, financial reports, and policy updates. The most notable decision was approving the 2021 ALA Code of Ethics statement with a 6-1 vote after lengthy discussion. The board also reaffirmed the library's Mission/Vision/Values statements and approved updates to the Customer Service Standard and Intellectual Freedom Policies.

• Approved December 19, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved checks #35266-#35322 and December electronic withdrawals, direct deposits, and journal entries (unanimous)
• Approved pages 11-20 of December financial report (unanimous)
• Approved update to Customer Service Standard policy (unanimous)
• Approved Intellectual Freedom Policies with spelling corrections (unanimous)
• Reaffirmed Mission/Vision/Values statements (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 ALA Code of Ethics statement (6-1)

Sustainable Environment Advisory Committee

The Sustainable Environment Advisory Committee will discuss the status of a proposed composting ordinance and a resident's request for solar panels in a front yard. They will also review and set goals for 2025, including native plantings, reducing single-use plastics, and green business awards. The meeting is informational and planning-focused, with no formal votes expected.

• Status update on proposed composting ordinance
• Discussion of solar panels for Stephen Balough's front yard, per City Planner Nathaniel McHaffie
• Review of 2025 goals: native plantings, green business awards, single-use plastic reduction
• Educational sessions planned at JOY Building (1202 Felix) with Ecumenical Eco-Justice
• Seed Swap event in April

Senior Citizen Foundation, Inc. Board

The Board of the Senior Citizens Foundation, Inc. will meet to vote on bylaws revisions. The agenda includes a report on a WIFI upgrade and a discussion regarding the needs of the Center.

• Bylaws revision vote
• WIFI upgrade report
• List of needs for the Center
• Allocation requests

The Senior Center Foundation Board approved two allocations: $500 for a water heater replacement and $14,240 for two NuStep exercise machines. The board also reviewed the treasurer's report and director's report, and discussed but did not vote on bylaw revisions. The next meeting is scheduled for February 18, 2025.

• Approved $500 allocation for 20-gallon water heater replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $14,240 allocation for two NuStep machines (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of November 19, 2024 (unanimous)
• Accepted Treasurer's Report (unanimous)

City Council Work Session

At this work session, the City Council will discuss an ordinance (Bill #1118-22) that would amend the City Code to create a single trades board of appeals, consolidating four existing trade boards. The goal is to standardize the appeals process and align with best practices.

• Ordinance (Bill #1118-22) to combine four trade boards into one trades board of appeals
• Amendment to Article V 'Boards and Commissions' of Chapter 2 'Administrative Code'
• Discussion only; no final vote at work session

The City Council held a work session to discuss Bill #1118-22, which would combine the four existing trade boards (building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing) into a single all-trades board of appeals. During discussion, a suggestion was made to establish the combined board as proposed but have a separate board administer the plumbing test. Staff requested postponement until the first City Council meeting in March to prepare an ordinance creating a separate plumbing test board. No formal vote was taken; the item was postponed.

• Postponed Bill #1118-22 to first City Council meeting in March (no vote recorded)
• Discussed combining four trade boards into one all-trades board (no action)
• Discussed creating separate board to administer plumbing test (no action)

City Council

The City Council will consider a 30% reduction in solid waste intake at the St. Joseph Sanitary Landfill effective March 1, 2025, until Cell 8 opens, and repeal a temporary moratorium on construction and demolition waste dumping. Other actions include designating the Joseph Pfeiffer House as a historic landmark, consolidating trade boards into a new Trades Board of Appeals, and approving several budget amendments and grants. The consent agenda includes items such as a real estate sale and a snow removal contract.

• 30% reduction in solid waste intake at the St. Joseph Sanitary Landfill (Bill 1136-22)
• Repeal of the temporary moratorium on construction and demolition waste dumping (Bill 1137-22)
• Designation of the Joseph Pfeiffer House at 1701 South 20th Street as a historic landmark (Bill 1119-22)
• Consolidation of four trade boards into one Trades Board of Appeals (Bill 1118-22)
• Purchase of ten automated license plate reader systems from Flock Safety Group for police and sheriff (Bill 1133-22, $33,683)

The St. Joseph City Council approved adding the Joseph Pfeiffer house at 1701 South 20th Street as a historic landmark. The council also passed a consent agenda that included budget amendments, alley and railroad right-of-way vacations, real estate sales, and a snow removal contract. A proposed trades board ordinance was postponed to March 3, 2025, and a solid waste intake reduction ordinance was postponed to February 3, 2025, with a landfill task force meeting scheduled for January 27, 2025.

• Approved historic landmark designation for Joseph Pfeiffer house at 1701 South 20th Street (9-0)
• Approved $5,992.44 police budget amendment for Utility Associates reimbursement (consent)
• Approved vacation of alley between 18th and 19th Streets north of Felix Street (consent)
• Approved vacation of abandoned railroad right of way in South St. Joseph Subdivision (consent)
• Approved sale of three properties (1521 Beattie, 1203 Sycamore, 414 Birch) for $4,750 (consent)
• Approved snow removal contract with Barron's Snow and Mow (consent)
• Approved $76,102 in budget amendments for minimum wage increases (consent)
• Postponed trades board ordinance to March 3, 2025 (9-0)

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will discuss a subcommittee's funding recommendation to the City Manager for up to $500 for a specified event or project, including how it relates to commission duties. The meeting also includes approval of December minutes and member input on the commission's Facebook page.

• Subcommittee update on funding request up to $500 for an event or project
• Prepare written recommendation to the City Manager with justification
• Approval of December meeting minutes
• Member input on Human Rights Commission Facebook Page

The commission unanimously voted to dissolve its funding request subcommittee after no new information was reported. Members discussed a potential memorial sign at the Buchanan County Courthouse and agreed to explore it further, including contacting former board members. They also agreed to consider a May listening session on mental health, with further discussion planned for the next meeting.

• Approved December meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Dissolved funding request subcommittee (unanimous)
• Agreed to explore Lloyd Warner Memorial sign placement at Buchanan County Courthouse
• Agreed to consider a May listening session on mental health

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to review department updates and upcoming events. The agenda includes discussions on a new trail proposal and the consideration of a park name.

• New trail proposal
• Park naming consideration
• Missouri minimum wage increase update
• Rolling stock and equipment purchases update

The Parks and Recreation Board approved the October 17, 2024 minutes. Staff provided updates on holiday events, a minimum wage increase affecting the department, equipment purchases, and a potential trail grant. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved October 17, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

Building and Fire Prevention Code Board of Appeals

The board will hear an appeal by DJ Humbert, owner of Bluestem Property Management, contesting a fire inspection failure for a property at 1115-1117 Felix Street. The appeal is brought under IFC Section 1104. The board will decide on the matter.

• Appeal by DJ Humbert (Bluestem Property Management) of a fire inspection failure under IFC Section 1104 for 1115-1117 Felix Street, St. Joseph, MO

The Board heard an appeal from Bluestem Property Management regarding code violations at a multi-family building, including missing permits and means of egress issues. The Board and Bluestem's attorney agreed to table the appeal and schedule an on-site meeting with GBA to discuss required corrections.

• Tabled Bluestem Property Management appeal for on-site meeting with GBA

City Council

The St. Joseph City Council will consider an emergency ordinance to appoint Mike Schumacher as city manager, along with bills to raise sanitary landfill fees and impose a temporary moratorium on construction and demolition waste dumping. Other actions include contracts for pet licensing, urban trail maintenance, and social service funding, plus several first-reading items on zoning and historic designations.

• Emergency ordinance to hire Mike Schumacher as city manager
• Ordinance increasing fees at the St. Joseph Sanitary Landfill effective Feb 7, 2025
• Resolution imposing a temporary moratorium on dumping construction and demolition waste until Cell 8 opens
• Contract with DocuPet for an online pet licensing platform
• Approval of $204,368 for the Urban Trail System Maintenance Project (Auxier Construction and JD Bishop Construction)

The City Council approved an emergency ordinance hiring Mike Schumacher as city manager, effective January 21, 2025. It also passed a consent agenda that included raising sanitary landfill fees, a temporary moratorium on construction/demolition waste dumping, and several contracts and purchases. A landfill task force was established, and a real estate sale at 3004 Messanie Street was approved.

• Approved emergency ordinance hiring Mike Schumacher as city manager (7-0)
• Passed ordinance increasing sanitary landfill fees effective Feb 7, 2025 (consent agenda)
• Adopted resolution establishing temporary moratorium on construction/demolition waste dumping until Cell 8 opens (consent agenda)
• Approved $105,000 sale of 3004 Messanie Street to Bethany Gregson (7-0)
• Adopted resolution creating Landfill Task Force Committee (7-0)
• Approved $200,450 in CDBG contracts with four social service agencies (consent agenda)
• Approved $336,312 change order for Civic Arena restroom renovations (consent agenda)
• Approved $145,000 and $32,500 purchase orders for Urban Trail System maintenance (consent agenda)

Tree Board

The Tree Board will meet to elect a chairperson, approve minutes from the previous meeting, and discuss unfinished business including Arbor Day planning and the Tree City USA designation. The meeting also includes new business and public comment.

• Election of chair for the board
• Discussion of Arbor Day event planning
• Review of Tree City USA designation status
• Approval of minutes from December 5, 2024