Buchanan County public meetings in 2024
25 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Buchanan County City Council will decide on ordinances to accept grants, amend budgets, and approve contracts for police training, animal shelter renovations, youth sports planning, and landfill fee increases. The meeting also includes resolutions for a new lease at Horace Mann Community Center, a pet licensing platform contract, and a cancelled holiday council session.
- Amend city boards and commissions to add Museum Oversight Board
- Accept $4,957.67 state grant for $3,688.42 police officer training
- Transfer $228,395 ARPA funds for St. Joseph Animal Shelter renovations at 3405 S. Belt Highway
- Transfer $143,578.76 ARPA funds for animal shelter kennels at 3405 S. Belt Highway
- Increase sanitary landfill fees effective February 7, 2025
City Council
The St. Joseph City Council will consider a large consent agenda with over 20 ordinances and resolutions, including a $4.8 million contract for the Pickett Road & Craig Parkway project, new regulations for chronic nuisance businesses, and several ARPA-funded purchases. They will also hold public hearings (none scheduled) and receive reports from city boards and commissions.
- Ordinance to establish regulations for chronic nuisance businesses (Bill #1058-22)
- $4,833,170.39 unit price contract with CP Excavating for Pickett Road & Craig Parkway project (Bill #1068-22)
- $599,408.16 lease-purchase for golf course equipment at Fairview Municipal Golf Course (Bill #1070-22)
- Purchase of 20 police Chevy Tahoes for $1,071,440 from ARPA funds (Bill #1077-22)
- Establishment of two Community Improvement Districts for Shoppes at North Village (Bills #1066-22, #1067-22)
Planning Commission
The Buchanan County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider two requests to vacate public rights-of-way: a 20-foot alley in Harris Addition and an abandoned Burlington Northern Railroad right-of-way in South St. Joseph Addition. The commission will also approve minutes from its September 2024 meeting. Public comment is scheduled.
- Vacation of part of a 20-foot alley between Lots 1, 2, 7, and 8, Block 16, Harris Addition, requested by Trevor Klein
- Vacation of part of abandoned Burlington Northern Railroad right-of-way crossing Lots 1, 2, and 3, Block 2, South St. Joseph Addition, requested by Lowell Hartell on behalf of KCL Express, Inc.
- Approval of minutes from September 2024 Planning Commission meeting
City Council
The St. Joseph City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to establish two Community Improvement Districts (CIDs) for The Shoppes at North Village. The agenda also includes numerous consent agenda items, including budget transfers and contracts funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), and first readings of several ordinances covering topics from chronic nuisance businesses to a major road project.
- Public hearings and ordinances to form The Shoppes at North Village CID #1 and #2
- Ordinance for Pickett Road & Craig Parkway project with CP Excavating, LLC in amount of $4,833,170.39
- Ordinance to purchase 20 police vehicles (2025 Chevy Tahoes) for $1,071,440.00
- Ordinance to lease courthouse space for Municipal Court at $58,212.00 annually
- Ordinance to establish regulations for chronic nuisance businesses
City Council
The St. Joseph City Council will hold a regular meeting on October 28, 2024, to consider a range of items including two public hearings on zoning changes, several ordinances authorizing budget transfers and purchases funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), and a resolution to approve a master agreement for police Tasers. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, consent agenda items, and reports from boards and commissions.
- Public hearing on rezoning Country Squire Fifth Plat Tract B from C-3 to RP-3 for Arium Development
- Public hearing on rezoning 5301 Mitchell Avenue from R-1A to M-1 for Herzog Railroad Services
- Ordinance to purchase 134 Taser 10 models for police at $640,458 over five years
- Ordinance to transfer $1,000,000 from ARPA for parking garage rehabilitation at 4th & Felix Streets
- Ordinance to accept $202,641 grant from Missouri Dept. of Conservation for Corby Pond pavilion and restroom
City Council
The St. Joseph City Council will consider a large consent agenda with over 20 bills and resolutions, plus several first-reading ordinances. Key items include a $640,458 Taser purchase, a $774,101 transfer for a public safety radio fund, and two property rezonings. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes, reports, and a city manager's report.
- Bill 1031-22: $640,458 for 134 Taser 10 models for police
- Bill 999-22: $774,101 transfer to new Public Service Radio and Tower Fund
- Bill 1026-22: Rezone Country Squire Fifth Plat Tract B to RP-3
- Bill 1027-22: Rezone 5301 Mitchell Ave to M-1 Light Manufacturing
- Bill 1013-22: $998,478 health insurance for mass transit employees
City Council
The St. Joseph City Council will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing on the CDBG/HOME annual report, then vote on a consent agenda containing numerous resolutions for contracts and purchases, followed by several ordinances for first reading. Key actions include approving a $1.05M electrical contract, a $371,584 landfill liner, and multiple ARPA-funded projects.
- Public hearing on Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report for CDBG and HOME programs (FY July 1, 2023–June 30, 2024)
- Bill 978-22: Accept $160,000 federal and $2,400 state grants for Safe Streets and Roads for All safety action plan, with $37,600 city match
- Bill 980-22: $371,584 contract with Texas Environmental Plastics for synthetic liner at St. Joseph Sanitary Landfill
- Bill 991-22: $1,054,157.25 unit price contract with RS Electric for signalized intersection mast arm conversions (ARPA funds)
- Bill 1005-22: $60,000 ARPA grant to St. Joseph Area Chamber of Commerce for Felix Street Market development
Planning Commission
The Buchanan County Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes from the May 23 meeting and decide on zoning changes for two properties, a major subdivision, and a subdivision improvement agreement. The meeting follows adopted rules of conduct for public participation.
- Zoning change from R-1A to M-1 for 5301 Mitchell (Herzog Railroad Services, Inc.)
- Zoning change from C-3 to RP-3 for parcel #06-1.0-02-004-002-001.006 (Arium Development)
- Approval of preliminary plat for Country Lane Estates subdivision
- Authorization to waive Section 26-70(a) for Country Lane Estates improvement agreement
- Approval of minutes from May 23, 2024 meeting
City Council
The St. Joseph City Council will consider a consent agenda with multiple ordinances and resolutions, including appointing an interim city manager, approving a subdivision plat, and authorizing various contracts and grants. Notable items include a $367,269 granite replacement for the Pony Express statue, a $1.27 million restroom renovation at the Civic Arena, and a $807,457 bulldozer purchase. The agenda also includes first readings for several ordinances, such as a skateboard/bike park design-build and a safety action plan grant.
- Ordinance appointing Clint Thompson as interim city manager
- Final plat approval for University Hills Plat 3 at 5320-5412 Faraon Street
- Contract with Brooner Construction for Pony Express statue granite replacement ($367,269)
- Resolution to purchase Caterpillar D7 bulldozer for landfill ($807,457.06)
- Resolution for Civic Arena restroom renovations with E.L. Crawford Construction ($1,273,935)
City Council
The St. Joseph City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the FY2024-25 tax levy, along with a consent agenda containing numerous contracts and budget amendments, including a $528,568 funding agreement with Stuber Health Center. The council will also consider several ordinances and resolutions, including appointments to city boards and a first reading to appoint an interim city manager.
- Public hearing and ordinance setting the FY2024-25 tax levy (Bill 939-22)
- Funding agreement with Stuber Health Center for $528,568 (Bill 941-22)
- FAA reimbursable agreement for $105,221.27 for airport traffic control tower construction (Bill 945-22)
- Purchase of 600 Microsoft O365 subscriptions for $116,174.25 (Bill 952-22)
- First reading to appoint Clint Thompson as interim city manager (Bill 956-22)
City Council
The St. Joseph City Council will consider a consent agenda with several ordinances and resolutions, including increasing the unsecured load fee at the sanitary landfill from $10 to $50, purchasing four pumps for $441,209, and approving multiple budget amendments for projects like playground safety surfacing, stadium evaluation, and pool demolition. The council will also hold first readings on ordinances covering the police pension plan, tax levy, and a $528,568 health services agreement with Stuber Health Center.
- Increase landfill unsecured load fee from $10 to $50 (Bill #928-22)
- Approve $441,209 for four Sulzer dry pit submersible pumps (Bill #933-22)
- Approve $528,568 funding agreement with Stuber Health Center (Bill #941-22)
- Approve $347,395 for bike/pump track at Huston Wyeth Park (Bill #947-22)
- Approve $49,195.65 for Civic Arena signage from ARPA funds (Bill #930-22)
City Council
The St. Joseph City Council will consider a consent agenda with several ordinances and resolutions, including a $261,000 police handgun purchase, a $17,225 commercial facade grant, and a $249,689 HOME grant for a single-family home. They will also hold first readings on items like increasing the unsecured load fee at the landfill from $10 to $50 and funding playground safety surfacing. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and reports.
- Ordinance to purchase handguns and accessories for police, $261,000
- Ordinance for CDBG facade improvement grant at 1415 Frederick Avenue, $17,225
- Ordinance for HOME grant to build a home at 814 North Fifth Street, $249,689
- Resolution for change order on MacArthur Drive Bridge project, $28,969.50
- First reading to increase unsecured load fee at landfill from $10 to $50
City Council
The City Council will review multiple funding resolutions for community organizations, economic development, and workforce training. The agenda also includes large-scale infrastructure contracts for park renovations and airport improvements.
- $11,750,000 contract for Krug Park renovation with E.L. Crawford Construction, Inc.
- $91,998.74 for kitchen equipment at Joyce Raye Patterson 50+ Activity Center
- $200,000 for economic development services with the St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce
- $3,898,000 total for Rosecrans Memorial Airport snow removal equipment building
- $261,000 for police department handguns, accessories, and ammunition
City Council
The Buchanan County City Council will meet to decide on multiple ordinances and resolutions, including a $641,000 contract for the West Broadway Street Spillway Project and a $148,012.76 repair for a landfill compactor. The council will also consider appointments to the Library Board and Landmark Commission, and approve a conditional use permit for an incinerator at 3405 South Belt Highway.
- $641,000 contract with Auxier Construction for West Broadway Street Spillway Project
- $148,012.76 repair of 2019 Caterpillar 836K trash compactor at St. Joseph Sanitary Landfill by Foley Equipment Company
- Conditional use permit for incinerator installation at 3405 South Belt Highway
- Appointments to Library Board (Heidi DeSchepper, Kyla Ward, Rosetta Ballew-Jennings) and Landmark Commission (Dash Farr)
- $20,000 ARPA grant clean-up projects for Edmond Street alley, Faraon Street, Harris Kemper Historic District, Old Town North, and Museum Hill Historic District
City Council
The St. Joseph City Council will hold a public hearing on the fifth-year annual plan for CDBG and HOME funds, then consider adopting the FY 2024-2025 budget and a five-year capital improvement program. The consent agenda includes several budget amendments, grant-funded projects, and neighborhood revitalization agreements. Several other ordinances will receive first reading, including a conditional use permit for an incinerator and a preliminary plat for a major subdivision.
- Public hearing on FY 2024/2025 CDBG and HOME annual plan
- Adoption of FY 2024-2025 city budget (Bill #866-22)
- Approval of 5-year Capital Improvement Program FY 2025/2026-2029/2030 (Bill #867-22)
- $153,062 sound system purchase for Civic Facilities (Bill #862-22)
- Conditional use permit for incinerator at 3405 South Belt Highway (Bill #880-22)
City Council
The Buchanan County City Council will hold public hearings on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024/2025 city budget, the five-year Capital Improvement Program, and the annual plan for Community Development Block Grant funds. The meeting will also consider multiple zoning ordinances, including rezoning requests for properties on Sycamore Court and Jules Street, as well as several budget amendments and service agreements.
- Rezone 2208 Sycamore Court from R-2 to C-3 (requested by Kenton Randolph)
- Rezone 2631 Jules Street from R-1A to R-2 (requested by Quante Ford on behalf of AdQualified Solutions, LLC)
- Approve FY2025 budget totaling $96,319.75 for concrete street repairs on Messanie Street
- Purchase 8 handguns ($8,100) and 125 body cameras ($1,350,000 over 5 years) for Police Department
- Authorize $1.6M for new animal shelter construction with Friends of the Animal Shelter
Planning Commission
The Buchanan County Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes from the April 25 meeting and vote on two major items: a preliminary plat for the University Hills Plat 3 subdivision at 5320-5412 Faraon Street and a conditional use permit for an incinerator at 3405 S Belt Highway. The meeting also includes a request to waive a subdivision improvement requirement for University Hills Plat 3.
- Approval of minutes from April 25, 2024 meeting
- Preliminary plat approval for University Hills Plat 3 subdivision at 5320-5412 Faraon Street
- Waiver request for subdivision improvement agreement for University Hills Plat 3
- Conditional use permit for incinerator at 3405 S Belt Highway
City Council
The St. Joseph City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on proposed sewer service fee increases for FY 2024/2025. The consent agenda includes multiple contracts and purchases, including police vehicle data terminals, urban trail maintenance, and park design services. Several ordinances will also receive first reading, covering zoning changes, board regulation updates, and a new animal shelter agreement.
- Public hearing and ordinance to increase various sewer service fees (Bill #828-22)
- Purchase of 57 police vehicle data terminals for $278,274 (Bill #825-22)
- Urban trail system maintenance contract up to $642,328.90 (Bill #826-22)
- Transfer $500,000 from ARPA fund for Northside Complex and Hyde Park aquatic design (Bill #830-22)
- Agreement with Friends of the Animal Shelter for $1,600,000 new animal shelter (Bill #853-22)
Planning Commission
The Buchanan County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider two zoning district changes, one easement vacation, and four amendments to the City of St. Joseph Code of Ordinances. The zoning changes involve properties at 2208 Sycamore Court and 2631 Jules, and the code amendments cover conditional use permits, zoning board procedures, the Downtown Review Board, and the Landmark Commission. The meeting will also include approval of the previous meeting's minutes and public comment.
- Zoning change from R-2 to C-3 at 2208 Sycamore Court (Parcel #06-5.0-21-001-002-103.001) requested by Kenton Randolph
- Zoning change from R-1A to R-2 at 2631 Jules requested by Quante Ford for ADQualified Solutions, LLC
- Vacation of a 30-foot utility easement at 3604 S Belt Highway requested by David Gach for G&S Company, LLC
- Amendments to Code sections 31-070 through 31-075 (conditional use permits, zoning changes, notices, fees)
- Amendments to Code sections 31-090 through 31-095 (Zoning Board of Adjustment, variances, appeals)
City Council
The Buchanan County City Council will meet to approve minutes, recognize a local award recipient, and vote on multiple ordinances including a $4.73 million asphalt resurfacing contract with Herzog Contracting Corporation and a $620,400 design services agreement for Northside and Hyde Park aquatic facilities. The council will also consider budget amendments for park maintenance, police equipment, and animal control programs, as well as several land-use decisions including subdivisions and a conditional use permit.
- $4.73M contract with Herzog Contracting Corporation for annual asphalt street resurfacing
- $620,400 design services for Northside and Hyde Park aquatic facilities using Parks Sales Tax Funds
- $801,402 contract with Brooner Construction & Crane for restroom renovations at Joyce Raye Patterson 50+ Activity Center and Bartlett Park
- $18,310.42 emergency HVAC replacement donation and installation at Joyce Raye Patterson 50+ Activity Center
- Conditional use permit for vehicle sales at 701 South 8th Street for Cornelius Auto Sales LLC
Planning Commission
The Buchanan County Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes from its February 22 meeting and vote on two major subdivisions—Pioneer Material, Amended and Eagles Way Second Plat—along with waivers for subdivision improvement agreements. A conditional use permit for vehicle sales at 701 S 8th Street will also be considered. No other substantive business is listed.
- Major subdivision approval for Pioneer Material, Amended at 3702-3910 Waterworks Road
- Major subdivision approval for Eagles Way Second Plat at 3604-3512 Waterworks Road
- Conditional use permit for vehicle sales at 701 S 8th Street (Cornelius Auto Sales LLC)
City Council
The St. Joseph City Council will hold public hearings and vote on ordinances and resolutions covering zoning amendments, short-term rental regulations, a water service termination fee increase, and a $18.47 million financial assurance for the sanitary landfill. The consent agenda includes numerous contracts, grants, and budget amendments, including police vehicle and equipment purchases, economic development grants, and park improvements. Several items are first readings, including redistricting requests and a major subdivision plat.
- Public hearing on Bill 731-22: clarify vote requirements for zoning exceptions/variance
- Public hearing on Bill 732-22: add short-term rental regulations to zoning code
- Bill 733-22: increase water service termination/restoration fee from $28.50 to $94.00
- Bill 734-22: commit $18,474,347.52 for landfill closure/post-closure costs
- Bill 736-22: transfer $51,878 from ARPA to police for firearms in 37 vehicles
Planning Commission
The Buchanan County Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes from the January 25 meeting and decide on several land-use items. Key decisions include a major subdivision plat, zoning changes for two properties, a street vacation, and a conditional use permit. No new business or public hearings are scheduled beyond the listed items.
- Major Subdivision – Creekwoods Plat 3 approval (parcel #06-7.0-25-003-000-020.041)
- Zoning change for Creekwoods Plat 3 from RP-1B to RP-1A
- Street vacation of ~100 feet of Monterey Street between 1529 Monterey St and 1602 S 16th St
- Zoning change for 1217 Powell St from R1-B to R-4 (Apartment Residential)
- Conditional use permit for 4801 S Hwy 169 to operate as a meeting hall
City Council
The St. Joseph City Council will consider a wide range of items, including major capital projects at Rosecrans Memorial Airport, several budget transfers funded by ARPA, and appointments to city boards. The agenda includes multiple ordinances and resolutions for passage, as well as first readings for future actions.
- Ordinance authorizing $19.7M in FAA/Missouri grants for Rosecrans Airport Aviation Complex construction
- Ordinance approving $11,088,918 contract with E.L. Crawford Construction and $2,323,079.06 with Woolpert for airport project
- Ordinance transferring $53,585.48 from ARPA fund for fire apparatus equipment
- Ordinance waiving building permit fees for Second Harvest Community Food Bank expansion at 915 Douglas Street
- Ordinance redistricting 2123 Garfield Avenue from M-2 to C-3
City Council
The St. Joseph City Council will consider a full agenda including a public hearing on rezoning 3734 Pear Street from commercial to light manufacturing, and a consent agenda with numerous ordinances and resolutions covering contracts, budget amendments, and grants. Key items include purchasing two transit buses, transferring ARPA funds for park and arena improvements, and approving several infrastructure and housing contracts.
- Public hearing on rezoning 3734 Pear Street from C-3 to M-1 for Joe Cargo, LLC
- Purchase of two 30-foot transit buses from Gillig, LLC for $1,229,064
- ARPA fund transfers: $175,000 for Pony Express statue repair, $87,069 for Civic Arena scoreboards, $50,000 for sound system
- Approval of Greystone Plat 10, a 25-lot subdivision
- Housing rehabilitation contracts for 217 Virginia St ($32,714) and 1722 Monterey St ($37,263.60)