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 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

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 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)

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)

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

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

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

City Council

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

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

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.

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

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)

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)

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

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

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

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

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

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)

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 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 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 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

Sustainable Environment Advisory Committee

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 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)

Human Rights Commission

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)

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

Senior Citizen Foundation, Inc. Board

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)

Land Bank Board

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

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

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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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)

City Council

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 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)

Human Rights Commission

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 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 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)

City Council Work Session

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

Library Board

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)

Planning Commission

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)

Social Welfare Board of Buchanan County

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 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 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

City Council Work Session

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.

Library Board

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)

Human Rights Commission

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 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 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 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 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 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 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

City Council

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)

City Council Work Session

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.

Social Welfare Board of Buchanan County

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)

Library Board

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 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 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

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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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)

Library Board

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)

City Council

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 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

City Council

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 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 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 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 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 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

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 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)

Sustainable Environment Advisory Committee

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 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

Tree Board

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)

Human Rights Commission

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