Buchanan County public meetings in 2023
24 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
The Buchanan County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider a zoning district change for property at 3734 Pear, requested by Sarah Mahoney of Heartland Ag Feed LLC on behalf of Joe Cargo LLC. The request seeks to change the zoning from C-3 Commercial District to M-1 Light Manufacturing District. The commission will also approve minutes from the November 16, 2023 meeting. Public comment will be heard on the zoning request.
- Zoning change request for 3734 Pear from C-3 Commercial to M-1 Light Manufacturing
- Approval of minutes from November 16, 2023 meeting
- Public comment period on the zoning request
City Council
The St. Joseph City Council will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a day nursery, followed by a large consent agenda covering fee increases, budget transfers, and various contracts. Notable actions include issuing up to $29M in industrial development bonds for Hillyard Industries, purchasing a new fire truck for $1.09M, and approving multiple park and recreation fee increases. The meeting also includes several resolutions for park projects, insurance renewals, and an opioid settlement fund MOU.
- Public hearing: Conditional use permit for day nursery at 1222 N. 18th St. (Bill #647-22)
- Issue up to $27.6M (real property) and $1.4M (personal property) industrial development revenue bonds for Hillyard Industries (Bill #645-22)
- Emergency ordinance: Transfer $1,091,361 from ARPA to buy a pumper/aerial truck (Bill #659-22)
- Increase fees for electricity at Civic Center Park, Coleman Hawkins Park, Patee Park; golf, softball, and nature center fees (Bills #637-22 to #640-22)
- Approve $400,000 design/build for skateboard/bike park at Maple Leaf Park (Bill #648-22)
City Council
The Buchanan County City Council will meet to decide on multiple ordinances including zoning changes for residential properties, conditional use permits for telecommunications and daycare facilities, and the issuance of over $36 million in industrial development revenue bonds for two major local employers. The council will also vote on fee increases for parks, golf courses, and softball leagues, and approve several grants and contracts totaling nearly $1 million for public health, transportation, and community revitalization projects.
- Rezone 1312 S. 38th Place from single-family to two-family residential district
- Issue $8.6M in bonds for Altec Industries manufacturing facility upgrades
- Issue $29M in bonds for Hillyard Industries expansion projects
- Approve $2.26M contract for city hall window replacement
- Approve $288,352 public health infrastructure contract with Missouri DHSS
City Council
The St. Joseph City Council will hold a public hearing and consider establishing a Community Improvement District for The Shoppes at North Village, along with multiple ordinances and resolutions. Key items include a $2.26M contract for City Hall window replacement, a $416,739 sewer cleaner purchase, and an $8.6M industrial revenue bond for Altec Industries. The agenda also includes several property rezonings, plat approvals, and alley vacations.
- Public hearing and ordinance to establish The Shoppes at North Village CID
- Ordinance authorizing $2,264,835 design-build contract for City Hall window replacement
- Resolution to purchase sewer cleaner for $416,739.48 from Key Equipment & Supply Co.
- Ordinance approving $8,600,000 industrial revenue bond for Altec Industries
- Ordinance to vacate alley between 1002 and 1014 S. 10th Street
City Council
The City Council will consider a consent agenda with multiple budget amendments, contracts, and grants, including a $1.6 million energy services contract for City Hall cooling system replacement. A public hearing is scheduled for a zoning change at 6731 South 59 Highway. Several items are first readings, including a cable communications ordinance update and a lease for the Missouri Theater office complex.
- Bill 600-22: $1,615,506 Schneider Electric contract for City Hall cooling system replacement
- Bill 597-22: Public hearing to rezone 6731 South 59 Highway from M-2 to C-3
- Bill 595-22: $877,130 FTA grant for two new buses
- Bill 604-22: $24,000 grant to River Bluff Brewing for exterior silo at 1224 Frederick Avenue
- Bill 599-22: $36,755 grant for license plate readers for police and sheriff
Planning Commission
The Buchanan County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider several land-use items, including approval of a preliminary plat for the Book Hill major subdivision, a related subdivision improvement agreement, and a zoning change request. The commission will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and hear public comment.
- Preliminary plat for Book Hill major subdivision at 2611 Cook Road, requested by Logan Hayes for Build It Back Joetown LLC
- Waiver of Section 26-70(a) to allow a subdivision improvement agreement for Book Hill
- Zoning change from M-2 Heavy Manufacturing to C-3 Commercial for property at 6731 S 59 Highway, requested by Douglas Rose
- Approval of minutes from August 24, 2023 meeting
City Council
The City Council will consider a consent agenda with multiple ordinances, including a $920,000 transfer from ARPA funds for ten police Chevy Tahoes, a $145,331 police budget amendment for compensation, and a $2.5 million grant for Eastowne Business Park utilities. Also up for approval are agreements for pool use, a lease with the Bartlett Center, and resolutions for historic property grants and $8.5 million in bonds for Altec Industries. The meeting includes routine items like minutes and reports, with no public hearings scheduled.
- Bill 525-22: $920,000 ARPA transfer for 10 Chevy Tahoes at $47,500 each plus $44,500 setup per vehicle
- Bill 524-22: $145,331 police budget amendment for compensation adjustments per union agreement
- Bill 527-22: $2,500,000 grant for Eastowne Business Park utility improvements
- Bill 532-22: Resolution for $8.5 million industrial revenue bonds for Altec Industries
- Bill 534-22: First reading of school resource officer agreement with St. Joseph School District
Planning Commission
The Buchanan County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to review several land-use requests, including right-of-way and alley vacations, two zoning changes, and a major subdivision preliminary plat. They will also consider waiving a subdivision improvement requirement for Fox Hills Plat V. Public comment will be heard.
- Right-of-way vacation at 610 Olive (approx. 100 ft) for Community Missions Corp.
- Alley vacation in Shaw and Kilby's Addition for Gary and Melissa Miller.
- Zoning change to repeal and adopt new P-6 Precise Plan at 2503-2507 S Belt Hwy to include residential use.
- Preliminary plat for Fox Hills Plat V at 3701/3611 Pettis Rd and adjacent parcels.
- Request to waive Section 26-70(a) for subdivision improvement agreement for Fox Hills Plat V.
City Council
The Buchanan County City Council will decide on two zoning changes, approve contracts for street construction and pothole repair, and vote on a $2.5 million grant to improve utilities at the Eastowne Business Park. The meeting also includes appointments to several boards and commissions, and a public hearing on a rezoning request for a property near Frederick Avenue.
- Rezone 3024 Frederick Avenue from R-1A to C-1 for Sisters of Solace
- Rezone 2101 South 8th Street from M-2 to RP-1B for Community Action Partnership
- Approve $200,700 street construction contract for Greystone Subdivision and $700,700 resurfacing project
- Allocate $2.5M ARPA grant to improve utilities at Eastowne Business Park
- Purchase $225,000 pothole patcher for street maintenance
City Council
The Buchanan County City Council will vote on bills including a $17.8 million landfill closure fund commitment, a new fire protection agreement with Lake Contrary Fire Protection District, and multiple zoning changes. The meeting also includes approvals for facility leases, grants, and vehicle purchases for police and parks departments.
- $17,761,220.52 committed for St. Joseph Sanitary Landfill closure and post-closure costs
- Cooperative fire protection agreement with Lake Contrary Fire Protection District
- Use agreement with Bishop LeBlond High School for athletic facilities for 3 years
- Lease agreements for Missouri Theater Office Complex with multiple arts groups
- $715,450 contract with IHP Industrial for HVAC replacement at Remington Nature Center (1502 MacArthur Dr.)
Planning Commission
The Buchanan County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider several land-use requests, including a preliminary plat for The Commons Plat 6 major subdivision, a related subdivision improvement agreement waiver, and three zoning changes. The commission will also vote on approving the minutes from the May 25, 2023 meeting. Public comment is scheduled.
- Preliminary plat for The Commons Plat 6 at 4215 Commonwealth Court, 4530 Commons Drive, 4221 Commonwealth Drive, 4215 Commonwealth Drive, and 4219 Commonwealth Court, requested by Trevin Reed for Reed Family Properties, LLC
- Waiver of Section 26-70(a) to allow a subdivision improvement agreement for The Commons Plat 6 under Section 26-71(a)
- Zoning change from M-2 Heavy Manufacturing to RP-1B Planned Single Family Residential for 2101 S 8th Street, requested by Whitney Lanning for Community Action Partnership of Greater St. Joseph
- Vacation of 225 feet of right-of-way at northeast corner of 4502 Stockyards Expressway, requested by Scott Brinkman for Nestle Purina
- Zoning change from R-1A Single Family Residential to C-1 Neighborhood Shopping for 3024 Frederick, requested by Trina Clark for Sisters of Solace
City Council
The St. Joseph City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a $1.35 million trash compactor for the landfill, a $286,465 ice arena refrigeration replacement, and a $142,372 software license expansion. They will also vote on emergency ordinances to raise the municipal judge's salary and lease the Thomas Eagleton Indoor Pool from Missouri Western State University. The agenda includes multiple fire protection agreements and a $17.76 million financial assurance for landfill closure.
- Purchase of 2023 Caterpillar 836K trash compactor for $1,349,650.32
- Replacement of Bode Ice Arena refrigeration system for $286,465.00
- Expansion of Tyler Technologies electronic ticketing system for $142,372
- Emergency ordinance to increase municipal judge salary and appropriate $8,202
- Lease agreement with Missouri Western for Thomas Eagleton Indoor Pool at $102,001 annually
City Council
The St. Joseph City Council will consider a consent agenda with multiple ordinances and resolutions, including issuing up to $5 million in general obligation bonds, accepting a $2.5 million state ARPA grant for the River Bluff Gateway Project, and approving funding agreements for workforce and economic development. A separate ordinance would authorize $2.79 million in state and county funds plus ARPA money for improvements to Pickett Road and Craig Parkway. The meeting also includes first readings of fire protection agreements with two fire districts.
- Bill 463-22: Issue up to $5,000,000 in general obligation bonds, Series 2023
- Bill 458-22: Accept $2,500,000 in Missouri ARPA funds for River Bluff Gateway Project
- Bill 465-22: Approve $2,793,303 MHTC agreement and $600,000 county funding for Pickett Road/Craig Parkway improvements
- Bill 460-22: Permit Metro FiberNet to place fiber-optic lines in four locations
- Bill 474-22: Purchase playground equipment for Horace Mann Building Campus for $45,405.51 in CDBG funds
City Council
The St. Joseph City Council will consider a consent agenda with multiple ordinances and resolutions, including issuing up to $5 million in general obligation bonds, accepting a $2.5 million state ARPA grant for the River Bluff Gateway Project, and granting permits to Metro Fibernet for fiber-optic lines in parks and other locations. The council will also hold a public hearing on dissolving the American Electric Lofts Community Improvement District and vote on related termination ordinances. Several items involve FEMA flood reimbursements and budget amendments for repairs.
- Public hearing and ordinances to terminate the American Electric Lofts Community Improvement District
- Ordinance authorizing $5,000,000 general obligation bonds, Series 2023
- Ordinance for $2,500,000 ARPA grant for River Bluff Gateway Project
- Ordinance granting Metro Fibernet permits for fiber lines in five parks and four other locations
- Ordinance for $240,000 CDBG funds to Habitat for Humanity for two homes at 1500 E. Highland Avenue
City Council
The Buchanan County, MO City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2023/2024 city budget and five-year capital improvement program. The meeting includes votes on ordinances to transfer $2.48M for police vehicles, approve a $26,160 annual investment management contract, and adjust recreation center fees. Several street vacations and easement requests are also on the agenda.
- $2,484,000 transfer from ARPA funds for 27 Chevy Tahoes ($47,500 each) and setup costs ($44,500 per vehicle) for Police Department
- $26,160 annual contract with Commerce Trust Company for mass transit pension plan services
- Proposed FY2024 budget and five-year capital improvement program public hearings
- Vacate portions of 2nd Street (between Walnut and Oak) and Commonwealth Court for property owners
- Rename AG Expo Way to Craig Parkway and accept sanitary sewer easement at 4300 North Belt Highway
Planning Commission
The Buchanan County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from the April 27, 2023 meeting and vote on an amendment to the subdivision code regarding trails and trail standards. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.
- Amendment to code for trail standards in subdivisions (Sections 26-025, 26-042, 26-044, 26-045, 26-070, 26-100 through 26-116, 31-010, 31-018 through 31-037, 31-050 through 31-054, 31-070, 31-130, 31-404 through 31-408)
City Council
The Buchanan County, MO City Council will meet to decide on sewer service fee increases, new airport terminal and electrical vault construction, police vehicle purchases, and a five-year sales tax extension for capital improvements. The council will also consider ordinances on rental property inspections, street vacations, and renaming a road.
- 4.25% increase in sewer service fees for fiscal year 2023/2024
- Lease agreements totaling $58,212 for Municipal Court and $349/month for Prosecutor’s Office at Buchanan County Courthouse
- Approval of $486,565.81 aviation consultant contract for Rosecrans Memorial Airport terminal and electrical vault construction
- $1.8M federal contract for electrical vault at Rosecrans Memorial Airport
- $1.98M federal contract for new terminal building at Rosecrans Memorial Airport
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing on the fourth-year plan for CDBG and HOME funds, then vote on a consent agenda covering budget amendments, contracts, and resolutions. Major items include a $1.34 million transfer to cover police department obligations, a 4.25% sewer fee increase, and several airport construction agreements. The council will also consider first readings for a sales tax extension election and a lease for municipal court space.
- Transfer $1,339,922 from Police Sales Tax Fund to General Fund for police working agreement (Bill 373-22)
- Increase sewer service fees by 4.25% across customer classes (Bill 388-22)
- Approve $1,800,000 for electrical vault and $1,980,000 for new terminal at Rosecrans Memorial Airport (Bills 383-22, 384-22)
- Approve $2,793,303 for Pickett Road rehabilitation project (Bill 385-22)
- Propose half-cent sales tax extension for capital improvements on August 8, 2023 ballot (Bill 381-22)
City Council
The City Council will consider a $7.9 million contract for the Rosecrans Memorial Airport terminal building project, along with several other ordinances and resolutions involving grants, contracts, and budget amendments. The agenda includes a public hearing on the use of federal housing funds, and many routine appointments and reports.
- Emergency ordinance for $7,895,883 contract with E.L. Crawford Construction for airport terminal project
- Ordinance to accept $19,656 in federal fire protection grant with $19,656 local match
- Ordinance to accept $16,692 in federal EMS grant with $16,692 local match
- Resolution for $117,484.79 purchase order for water protection data server upgrades
- Resolution for $85,627.82 contract with Buchanan County for health services
Planning Commission
The Buchanan County, MO Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from the January 19, 2023 meeting, elect officers, and decide on a conditional use permit for a meeting hall at 925 5th Avenue. The agenda is otherwise procedural with no other substantive items listed.
- Conditional Use Permit for meeting hall at 925 5th Avenue (Patrick Rigg on behalf of Paris Entertainment LLC)
- Approval of January 19, 2023 meeting minutes
- Election of officers
City Council
The Buchanan County, MO City Council will meet to decide on zoning changes for recreational marijuana sales and approve over $9.4 million in contracts, grants, and budget amendments. The meeting includes votes on leases, bridge projects, and grants for local rehabilitation and community programs.
- Amend zoning code to add land-use regulations for recreational marijuana sales (Bill #273-22)
- Lease parking facilities near Riverfront Park with Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission (Bill #265-22)
- Approve $456,478.80 dispatch services contract with Buchanan County (Bill #266-22)
- Allocate $1,974,000 from American Rescue Plan Act funds for housing rehabilitation (Bill #277-22)
- Award $3,138,943 contract for Lover’s Lane and 5th Avenue Bridge projects (Bill #297-22)
City Council
The Buchanan County, MO City Council will decide on ordinances and resolutions including a $8,181,836 design-build contract for an aquatic park lap pool, a $408,700 contract for a pedestrian bridge, and a 3% local sales tax for adult-use marijuana. The meeting also includes appointments, budget amendments, and reports from boards and commissions.
- $8,181,836 design-build contract with Carrothers Construction for aquatic park lap pool project
- $408,700 contract with L.G. Barcus & Sons for Northwest Parkway pedestrian bridge
- $14,799 grant for mobile light tower purchase for Fire Department
- $47,605.94 emergency repair for 2013 Caterpillar D8T bulldozer at landfill
- 3% local sales tax proposal for adult-use marijuana to be voted on April 4, 2023
Planning Commission
The Buchanan County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider several zoning district changes, a code amendment regarding recreational marijuana, and requests to vacate a drainage easement and a portion of Arizona Avenue. The commission will also approve minutes from its November 17, 2022 meeting. Public comment is scheduled.
- Zoning change from C-3 to R-4 for 1602 Messanie St (Open Source Ecology)
- Zoning change from C-3 to R-1SH for 3618/3620 Sacramento (Oakley Bowen)
- Code amendment to Chapter 31 sections on recreational marijuana
- Drainage easement vacation at 4300 N Belt Hwy (Joon Chung)
- Street vacation of 150 ft of Arizona Ave between railroad and Lake Ave (Steve Sellenriek)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings on a rezoning at 425 North 19th Street and a conditional use permit for an AT&T wireless facility at 3802 Karnes Road. The consent agenda includes contracts, budget amendments, and a resolution endorsing a homeless services plan, plus a police chief search contract.
- Rezone 425 North 19th Street from R-4 to C-3
- Conditional use permit for AT&T cell tower at 3802 Karnes Road
- $375,000 transfer for Remington Nature Center HVAC
- $800,000 amended homeless services funding agreement
- $45,000 police chief search contract