Branson public meetings in 2025

Board of Aldermen Study Session

The Branson Board of Aldermen will hold a study session to discuss the process of becoming a charter city. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at 5:00 PM in the Council Chambers at City Hall.

• Discussion on becoming a charter city
• Regular agenda items
• Reports

The Board of Aldermen held a study session on becoming a charter city and heard a presentation from an attorney. No substantive actions were taken. The Board then voted to adjourn the meeting.

• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting

The Board of Aldermen will consider several final‑reading ordinances, including contract renewals for tourism marketing and public health services, an appointment of a municipal judge, and intergovernmental agreements. A public hearing will be held on the 2025 five‑year TIF report for the Branson Landing, Branson Hills, and Aquarium at the Boardwalk redevelopment projects. Additional first‑reading ordinances address street right‑of‑way changes, a road easement, and a lease for communications equipment. The meeting also includes routine consent‑agenda approvals and updates on transparency initiatives.

• Final reading of Bill No. 6622 renewing the tourism and marketing services contract with the Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and Convention and Visitors Bureau.
• Final reading of Bill No. 6623 renewing the contract with Taney County Health Department for public health services.
• Public hearing on the 2025 five‑year TIF report for Branson Landing, Branson Hills, and Aquarium at the Boardwalk redevelopment projects.
• First reading of Bill No. 6632 authorizing vacation of street right‑of‑way to correct the roundabout at 500 Branson Landing Boulevard and intersecting streets.
• First reading of Bill No. 6634 approving a lease contract with Communications Equipment Company, LLC on a site off Elm Shade Drive.

The Board adopted Resolution No. 2025‑RO23 authorizing the sites for a new police station and Fire Station 4. All items on the consent agenda, including several contract renewals and the Show Me Zero program agreement, were approved. First and final readings of Bills 6631‑6637 related to park board amendments, street right‑of‑way vacation, road easement, lease contracts, and easement terminations were each approved unanimously.

• Approved all consent agenda items (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑RO23 authorizing police and fire station locations (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025‑0109 vacating street right‑of‑way at 500 Branson Landing Blvd (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025‑0110 authorizing road easement agreement with Orr Family Trust (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025‑0111 lease contract with Communications Equipment Co. (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025‑0112 termination of two easements with Branson Manor, L.P. (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025‑0113 addendum with UMB Bank for custody services (5‑0)
• Approved First Reading of Bill 6631 amending advisory park board code (5‑0)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss a request to vacate a portion of Parnell Drive to correct a roundabout property. Two other public hearing items regarding the Longstone II final plat and the Sanders Development preliminary planned development have been continued to a later date.

• Request to vacate a portion of Parnell Drive at 500 Branson Landing Blvd
• Request for a final plat for Longstone II (continued)
• Request for a preliminary planned development for the Sanders Development on Shepherd of the Hills Expwy (continued)

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the November 4, 2025 meeting. It postponed the public hearings for the Longstone II final plat and the Sanders Development to January 6, 2026. The commission also approved Resolution VA25-02 to vacate a portion of Parnell Drive at the round‑about intersection. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved November 4, 2025 minutes (10-0)
• Postponed Longstone II final plat hearing to Jan 6, 2026 (10-0)
• Postponed Sanders Development hearing to Jan 6, 2026 (10-0)
• Approved Resolution VA25-02 to vacate portion of Parnell Drive (10-0)
• Adjourned meeting (10-0)

Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting

The Board of Aldermen will consider the final reading of the 2026 fiscal year budget and capital program. The meeting also includes first readings for several contract renewals and intergovernmental agreements.

• Final reading of Bill No. 6618: 2026 Budget and Capital Program
• Bill No. 6622: Tourism and Marketing services contract renewal with Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce
• Bill No. 6624: Appointment of Thomas Motley as Municipal Judge
• Bill No. 6628: Property exchange between 303 Cedar Street and 3500 Keeter Street with Taney County Ambulance District
• Bill No. 6630: Contract with CJW Transportation Consultants, LLC for design at W. 76 Country Blvd and Hwy 165

The Board adopted the entire consent agenda unanimously. It gave first readings to several contracts and appointments, including the tourism marketing contract, health services contract, and municipal judge appointment. The property exchange agreement with the Taney County Ambulance District was given a first reading and then a final reading, and the ordinance was enacted. The Board also voted to cancel the December 23, 2025 meeting.

• Approved consent agenda (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• First reading of tourism and marketing services contract approved (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• First reading of Taney County health services contract approved (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• First reading appointing Thomas Motley as municipal judge approved (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• First reading of property exchange with Taney County Ambulance District approved (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Final reading of property exchange with Taney County Ambulance District approved (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Final reading of supplemental agreement with Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission approved (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Cancelled December 23, 2025 Board of Aldermen meeting (6 ayes, 0 nays)

Board of Aldermen Special Meeting

The Board of Aldermen will meet for a special session. The agenda consists of procedural items and an executive session to discuss legal actions and litigation.

• Executive session regarding legal actions, causes of action, or litigation

The Board of Aldermen voted unanimously to move into a closed executive session under RSMo 610.021.1. After the session, the board unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting at 3:40 p.m.

• Moved into closed executive session (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Advisory Park Board Regular Meeting

The Advisory Park Board will meet to receive updates on city campgrounds, landscaping, and trails. The body will also review a financial report and the community asset replacement plan.

• Campground update
• Landscape and trail update
• Community asset replacement plan update
• Financial report presentation

The Advisory Park Board approved the minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting. The board also approved a change to reduce the frequency of mandatory monthly meetings, with staff to request the City Council to amend the code. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved September 16, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved reduction of mandatory monthly meetings (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission is scheduled to meet on November 4, 2025. The two primary public hearing items on the agenda have been marked as continued to a later date.

• Request to vacate portions of the street at 500 Branson Landing Blvd and the intersection of Branson Landing Blvd, Parnell Dr., Skaggs Rd., and Veterans Blvd (continued)
• Request for a final plat for Longstone II (continued)

The Commission approved the minutes from the October 7, 2025 meeting. It postponed the public hearing to vacate portions of the street at 500 Branson Landing Blvd to December 2, 2025. It also postponed the public hearing for the Longstone II final plat to December 2, 2025. The meeting was adjourned at 6:06 P.M.

• Approved October 7, 2025 Planning Commission minutes (6-0)
• Postponed public hearing to vacate street at 500 Branson Landing Blvd to Dec 2, 2025 (6-0)
• Postponed public hearing for Longstone II final plat to Dec 2, 2025 (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:06 P.M. (6-0)

76 Entertainment Community Improvement District Meeting

The 76 Entertainment Community Improvement District Board will meet on Oct. 29, 2025. The board will discuss a recommendation to approve the final design agreement for the WOW Factor project with CJW Transportation Consultants. It will also receive an update on the state funding source for the project. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Recommendation to approve WOW Factor final design agreement with CJW Transportation Consultants
• State funding source update for the WOW Factor project

Board of Aldermen Special Meeting

The Branson Board of Aldermen will convene at 5:00 PM on October 28, 2025, at City Hall. The primary agenda item is an executive session to discuss legal actions, causes of action, or litigation involving the city.

• Executive session for legal actions and litigation
• Closed session for attorney communications
• Regular agenda includes reports and roll call

The board voted to go into a closed executive session under RSMo 610.021.1, with all five members present voting aye and no nays. After Alderman Lucas joined the meeting, the board unanimously voted to adjourn.

• Moved into closed executive session – motion carried (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting – motion carried (6-0)

Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing and first reading for the 2026 fiscal year budget and capital program. The meeting also includes final readings for several ordinances regarding city bonds, utility rates, and infrastructure projects.

• Public hearing for the 2026 budget and capital program (Bill No. 6618)
• Issuance of taxable industrial development revenue bonds up to $11,500,000 for the Butterfly Palace Project (Bill No. 6608)
• Water and sewer rate adjustment fee schedule (Bill No. 6599)
• Cost apportionment agreement for replacing signals on Route 76 at the Main Street intersection (Bill No. 6615)
• Participation in a national opioid settlement with secondary manufacturers (Bill No. 6611)

The Board of Aldermen approved Ordinance No. 2025-0091, authorizing the City to issue taxable industrial development revenue bonds not to exceed $11,500,000 for the Butterfly Palace project. The meeting also approved the FY 2026 budget and capital program (Bill No. 6618) and a series of other ordinances covering utility fee adjustments, opioid‑settlement participation, stop‑sign changes, Route 76 signal upgrades, and a telecom relocation contract. All motions carried unanimously with ayes from Lucas, Howden, Cooper, Denham, LeBlanc and Schulz and no nays.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-0090 adjusting water and sewer utility fee schedule (ayes: Lucas, Howden, Cooper, Denham, LeBlanc, Schulz)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-0091 authorizing up to $11,500,000 industrial development bonds for the Butterfly Palace project (ayes: Lucas, Howden, Cooper, Denham, LeBlanc, Schulz)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-0092 authorizing participation in a national opioid settlement (ayes: Lucas, Howden, Cooper, Denham, LeBlanc, Schulz)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-0093 amending stop‑sign regulations (ayes: Lucas, Howden, Cooper, Denham, LeBlanc, Schulz)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-0094 cost‑apportionment agreement for Route 76 signal replacement (ayes: Lucas, Howden, Cooper, Denham, LeBlanc, Schulz)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-0095 contract with CEBRIDGE Acquisition for telecom facility relocation costs (ayes: Lucas, Howden, Cooper, Denham, LeBlanc, Schulz)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-0096 appointments to the Tax Increment Financing Commission (ayes: Lucas, Howden, Cooper, Denham, LeBlanc, Schulz)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-0097 second addendum with Southern Missouri Professional Firefighters Local No. 152 (ayes: Lucas, Howden, Cooper, Denham, LeBlanc, Schulz)

Finance Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance Committee will discuss the proposed 2026 budget and the 2026 quarterly meeting schedule. The body will also review 3rd quarter financial updates and capital requests for the Branson Convention Center.

• Proposed 2026 Budget
• Branson Convention Center 2025 capital requests
• Review of disbursements of $45,000 and over from July through September 2025
• 3rd Quarter Financial Update

The committee approved its September 11 and October 6 meeting minutes. It approved the Convention Center 2025 capital requests and formally recommended the FY 2026 budget to the Board of Aldermen, directing a memorandum be submitted. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved finance committee minutes (6-0)
• Approved Convention Center 2025 capital requests (6-0)
• Recommended FY 2026 budget to Board of Aldermen and to submit memorandum (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Advisory Park Board Regular Meeting

The Advisory Park Board will meet to review financial reports and receive updates on city parks infrastructure. The board will discuss the status of trails, the community center, and the community asset replacement plan.

• Trail update
• Community Center update
• Community Asset Replacement Plan update
• Program and special event update
• Financial report presentation

The Advisory Park Board unanimously approved the minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting. The board then unanimously moved to adjourn the regular session at 6:15 PM.

• Approved September 16, 2025 meeting minutes (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:15 PM (6 ayes, 0 nays)

Board of Aldermen Special Meeting

The Board of Aldermen will meet for a special session. The agenda consists of a closed executive session to discuss personnel matters.

• Closed executive session pursuant to 610.021.3 RSMO for personnel

The Board of Aldermen voted unanimously to move into a Closed Executive Session under RSMo 610.021.3 for personnel matters. After the session, the Board unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting at 5:57 p.m.

• Moved to Closed Executive Session (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting

The Board of Aldermen will discuss several ordinances including industrial development bonds and water and sewer rate adjustments. The meeting includes a public hearing for a preliminary plat and a presentation on the 2026 marketing plan.

• Bill No. 6608: Taxable Industrial Development Revenue Bonds up to $11,500,000 for Butterfly Palace Project
• Bill No. 6599: Water and sewer rate adjustment of utilities fee schedule
• Bill No. 6612: Lease purchase agreement with Simmons Bank for police department vehicles
• Public hearing and resolution for Longstone II preliminary plat
• Resolution to rename Middletown Drive to Justice Street

The Board approved the Consent Agenda items, including two ordinances amending sprinkler and sunshine‑law requirements. It adopted an amendment to the water and sewer rate schedule (Bill 6599) and authorized a $11.5 million industrial development revenue bond for the Butterfly Palace project. The Board also passed final readings of development agreements (Bill 6609), adopted the Longstone II preliminary plat, approved the 2026 CID budget, and authorized lease purchases for police vehicles and a right‑of‑way easement.

• Approved Consent Agenda items (Ordinance No. 2025-0085 & 2025-0086) – unanimous (6‑0)
• Adopted amendment to water & sewer rate schedule (Bill 6599) – unanimous (6‑0)
• Authorized $11.5 M industrial development revenue bonds for Butterfly Palace (Bill 6608) – unanimous (6‑0)
• Approved final reading of development agreements (Bill 6609) – unanimous (6‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑R018 approving preliminary plat for Longstone II – unanimous (6‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑R019 approving 2026 CID budget – unanimous (6‑0)
• Approved first reading of opioid settlement participation (Bill 6611) – unanimous (6‑0)
• Approved final reading of lease purchase for police vehicles (Bill 6612) – unanimous (6‑0)

Board of Aldermen Study Session

The Board of Aldermen will hold a study session to discuss the city's water and sewer rate model. No formal actions or votes are listed on the agenda. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as call to order, pledge of allegiance, invocation, roll call, reports, and adjournment.

• Discussion of the City of Branson water and sewer rate model

The Board of Aldermen held a study session on October 13, 2025. No substantive actions were taken; the only action was a motion to adjourn, which passed unanimously. The meeting concluded at 6:06 p.m.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will meet to review and approve minutes from the September 2, 2025 meeting. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a preliminary plat request for Longstone II.

• Public hearing for Longstone II preliminary plat

The commission unanimously approved the September 2, 2025 Planning Commission minutes. It also approved Resolution No. SD25-14, granting a preliminary plat for the Longstone II development at 622 S. Sunshine, creating 35 single‑family residential lots. The meeting was adjourned at 6:12 p.m.

• Approved September 2, 2025 Planning Commission minutes (6‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. SD25-14 for preliminary plat of Longstone II at 622 S. Sunshine (6‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:12 p.m. (6‑0)

Board of Aldermen and Finance Committee Joint Budget Meeting

The Branson Board of Aldermen and Finance Committee will hold a joint meeting to receive an introduction and briefing on the proposed fiscal year 2026 budget. The agenda item is limited to presenting the budget proposal; no specific decisions or actions are listed.

• Introduction and briefing on proposed FY2026 budget

The Board of Aldermen voted to adjourn its meeting, with a motion by Alderman LeBlanc and a second by Alderman Denham passing 6‑0. The Finance Committee also voted to adjourn, with a motion by Alex Williams and a second by Art' Luca passing 8‑0. No other substantive budget actions were taken.

• Adjourn Board of Aldermen meeting (motion by LeBlanc, seconded by Denham, 6‑0)
• Adjourn Finance Committee meeting (motion by Williams, seconded by Art' Luca, 8‑0)

Board of Appeals Regular Meeting

The Board of Appeals will approve minutes from the September meeting, discuss internal procedures, and hold hearings on building permit decisions. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at 5:00 PM.

• Approval of September 17, 2025 Board of Appeals minutes
• Discussion on Board of Appeals procedure
• Hearing on appeal of building permit decisions

Board of Appeals Regular Meeting

The Board of Appeals will meet to discuss board procedure and training. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion on Board of Appeals procedure and training

76 Entertainment Community Improvement District Meeting

The Board of Directors of the 76 Entertainment Community Improvement District will meet to review financials and discuss a resolution for the fiscal year 2026 budget. The board will also receive an update on a Cooperative Agreement.

• Resolution adopting the fiscal year 2026 budget and contingent appropriations
• Review of CID financials
• Cooperative Agreement update

Board of Aldermen Special Meeting

The Board of Aldermen will meet for an executive session. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and does not list any public business for decision.

• Executive session regarding legal actions, litigation, and negotiated contracts

The Board voted to move the meeting into a closed executive session under RSMo 610.021.1 and 610.021.12, with all five members voting aye. Afterwards, the Board voted to adjourn the meeting, again with unanimous approval.

• Moved to Closed Executive Session (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting

The Board of Aldermen will adopt final readings of four ordinances that approve Tax Increment Financing (TIF) for Gretna Road and Town and Country Drive redevelopment areas 1‑3. It will also consider contracts for legal software, a lease‑purchase for fire department vehicles, and a public hearing on a water and sewer fee schedule amendment. Additional items include a resolution for sewer sales‑tax funding and the certification of retirement system delegates.

• Final reading of Bills 6589‑6591 approving TIF plans for Gretna Road and Town and Country Drive (Areas 1‑3)
• Final reading of Bill 6596 approving contract with Smokeball for legal project‑management software
• Final reading of Bill 6604 approving lease‑purchase agreement with Simmons Bank for fire department vehicles
• Public hearing and first reading of Bill 6599 amending Appendix A of the municipal code for water and sewer fee schedule
• Resolution authorizing applications to Taney County for sewer sales‑tax funding for 2026 improvements

The Board approved a resolution (2025‑R015) authorizing the city to apply for sewer sales‑tax funding for planned 2026 sewer system upgrades. Several TIF‑related bills (6589‑6591) were postponed to the March 24, 2026 meeting, and multiple ordinances and contracts were enacted. Bill 6599 on water and sewer rate adjustments was also postponed.

• Bill No. 6589 postponed to March 24, 2026 (ayes: Lucas, Howden, Cooper, LeBlanc, Schulz)
• Bill No. 6590 postponed to March 24, 2026 (ayes: Lucas, Howden, Cooper, LeBlanc, Schulz)
• Bill No. 6591 postponed to March 24, 2026 (ayes: Lucas, Howden, Cooper, LeBlanc, Schulz)
• Ordinance No. 2025‑0075 (Veterans Memorial Garden contract) enacted (unanimous ayes)
• Ordinance No. 2025‑0076 (Hiawatha Heights easement) enacted (unanimous ayes)
• Resolution No. 2025‑R015 authorizing sewer sales‑tax funding adopted (ayes: Lucas, Cooper, Howden, LeBlanc, Schulz)
• Bill No. 6599 postponed to next regular meeting (ayes: Lucas, Howden, Cooper, LeBlanc, Schulz)
• Ordinance No. 2025‑0079 (Branson Ridge Winery repeal) enacted (unanimous ayes)

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will vote to elect a new chairman. Members will discuss possible changes to Board procedures. The board will hold a hearing on an appeal of a building permit decision.

• Election of chairman to the Board of Appeals
• Discussion on Board of Appeals procedure
• Hearing on appeal of building permit decisions

The Board of Appeals elected Richard Corby as chairperson with all present members voting in favor. The board then voted unanimously to uphold the City’s denial of the building permit extension appeals, denying the appellant’s request. No further action was taken.

• Elected Richard Corby Chairperson (3-0)
• Denied appeal of building permits BP25-000002 and BP25-000003, upholding the City’s decisions (4-0)

Advisory Park Board Regular Meeting

The Advisory Park Board will meet to discuss open space dedication and review a financial report. The board will also receive updates on the community asset replacement plan, programs, and special events.

• Open space dedication discussion
• Financial report presentation
• Community asset replacement plan update
• Tournament supervisor update from Jerry Breaux
• Program and special event update

The Advisory Park Board approved the June 18, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0). The board voted to follow staff recommendation and not add the 2.1‑acre parcel at South and Sunshine Streets to public use (6-0). The meeting was then adjourned (6-0).

• Approved June 18, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Rejected open space dedication of 2.1 acres at South & Sunshine (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:15 PM (6-0)

Finance Committee Meeting

The Finance Committee will discuss the timeline for the 2026 budget and the 2026 utility rate model. The body will also review a second quarter financial update and disbursements of $45,000 and over from April through June 2025.

• Review of disbursements $45,000 and over (April through June 2025)
• 2nd Quarter Financial Update
• 2026 Budget Timeline
• 2026 Utility Rate Model

The committee approved the April 24 and July 24, 2025 meeting minutes. It acknowledged disbursements over $45,000 for April‑June 2025. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved minutes for April 24 and July 24, 2025 (5-0)
• Acknowledged disbursements over $45,000 for April‑June 2025 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:39 am (5-0)

Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting (Special Posting per RSMo 67.2725)

The Branson Board of Aldermen will hold final readings of several ordinances. Items include the amended Gretna Road and Town and Country Drive tax increment financing plan, a redevelopment agreement with Branson Meadows TIF Co., and an industrial development plan for the Branson Meadows Project. The board will also consider establishing the Branson Mills Community Improvement District, cooperative agreements for its implementation, and extending the historic downtown district term.

• Final reading of ordinance for the amended Gretna Road and Town and Country Drive tax increment financing plan
• Final reading of ordinance for the tax increment financing redevelopment agreement with Branson Meadows TIF Co.
• Final reading of ordinance for the amended plan and cost‑benefit analysis for the Branson Meadows industrial development project
• Final reading of ordinance to establish the Branson Mills Community Improvement District and its cooperative agreement
• Final reading of ordinance extending the term of the historic downtown Branson Community Improvement District

Board of Aldermen Special Meeting

The Board of Aldermen will convene a closed executive session. The session is for discussion of legal actions, causes of action, litigation involving the city, and a negotiated contract, as authorized by RSMO 610.021.1 and 610.021.12. No other agenda items are listed.

• Closed executive session on legal actions and litigation (RSMO 610.021.1)
• Discussion of negotiated contract (RSMO 610.021.12)

The Board voted unanimously to enter a closed executive session under RSMo 610.021.1 and 610.021.12. Afterwards, the Board unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting at 6:01 p.m.

• Moved into closed executive session (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting

The Board of Aldermen will hold final readings and approvals of Bills No. 6581 through 6588, which include tax increment financing plans for the Gretna Road and Town and Country Drive redevelopment, the establishment of the Branson Mills Community Improvement District, and the extension of the Historic Downtown Branson Community Improvement District. The meeting also includes first readings of Bills No. 6589‑6598 covering additional TIF project areas, a public service agreement for the Veterans Memorial Garden, a waiver of building permit fees for low‑income housing, and contracts for legal project‑management software. A presentation of the city’s second‑quarter 2025 financials and various awards and recognitions will also be presented.

• Final reading of Bill No. 6581 – ordinance approving the amended Gretna Road and Town and Country Drive tax increment financing plan, designating a redevelopment area and a blighted area, and naming Branson Meadows TIF Co., LLC and the City of Branson as developers.
• Final reading of Bill No. 6584 – ordinance establishing the Branson Mills Community Improvement District.
• Final reading of Bill No. 6588 – ordinance extending the term of the Historic Downtown Branson Community Improvement District and authorizing the mayor to execute the cooperative agreement.
• First reading of Bill No. 6594 – ordinance waiving building permit fees for certain low‑income housing projects.
• First reading of Bill No. 6596 – ordinance approving a contract with Smokeball for legal project‑management software and authorizing the mayor to execute the contract.

The Board moved Bill No. 6588 from the Consent Agenda to the Regular Agenda and approved its final reading as an amended ordinance. All items on the Consent Agenda were approved, and first readings were approved for four Gretna Road TIF plan areas, the Veterans Memorial Garden service agreement, and a waiver of building‑permit fees for low‑income housing. Each motion passed unanimously.

• Item 6588 removed from Consent Agenda and placed on Regular Agenda (no vote recorded)
• Approved final reading of Bill No. 6588 (amended ordinance) – ayes: Lucas, Howden, Cooper, Denham, LeBlanc, Schulz; nays: none
• Approved all items on the Consent Agenda as amended – ayes: Lucas, Denham, Cooper, Howden, LeBlanc, Schulz; nays: none
• Approved first reading of Bill No. 6589 (Gretna Road TIF Plan Area 1) – ayes: Lucas, Denham, Cooper, Howden, LeBlanc, Schulz; nays: none
• Approved first reading of Bill No. 6590 (Gretna Road TIF Plan Area 2) – ayes: Lucas, Denham, Cooper, Howden, LeBlanc, Schulz; nays: none
• Approved first reading of Bill No. 6591 (Gretna Road TIF Plan Area 3) – ayes: Lucas, Denham, Cooper, Howden, LeBlanc, Schulz; nays: none
• Approved first reading of Bill No. 6592 (Veterans Memorial Garden public‑service agreement) – ayes: Lucas, Denham, Cooper, Howden, LeBlanc, Schulz; nays: none
• Approved first reading of Bill No. 6594 (Waiver of building‑permit fees for low‑income housing) – ayes: Lucas, Denham, Cooper, Howden, LeBlanc, Schulz; nays: none

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Branson Planning Commission will review preliminary plats for Longstone II and Elevate Branson, request a street vacation, and consider repealing an ordinance for the Branson Ridge Winery. Several items are scheduled for continuation to a later date.

• Approval of July 1, 2025 minutes
• Preliminary plat for Longstone II (continued)
• Preliminary plat for Elevate Branson (continued)
• Request to repeal Ordinance No. 2007-087
• Request to rezone 648 Sunrise Dr to CC, MDR, and NC

The commission approved the minutes from the July 1, 2025 meeting. It postponed public hearings for the Longstone II and Elevate Branson projects to October 7, 2025. It approved a street vacation for 218 S Old County Rd, repealed Ordinance No. 2007-087, and rezoned 648 Sunrise Dr. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved July 1, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Postponed Longstone II preliminary plat hearing to Oct 7, 2025 (7-0)
• Postponed Elevate Branson preliminary plat hearing to Oct 7, 2025 (7-0)
• Postponed Elevate Branson planned development hearing to Oct 7, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved street vacation for 218 S Old County Rd (7-0)
• Repealed Ordinance No. 2007-087 for Branson Ridge Winery (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 648 Sunrise Dr from PD to CC, MDR, NC (7-0)

Board of Aldermen Notice of Attending

The Branson Board of Aldermen will attend the Tourism Community Enhancement District’s annual meeting on Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 2:00 PM in the Council Chambers of City Hall. No other agenda items or decisions are listed. The agenda consists solely of a notice of attendance.

• Notice of attendance at Tourism Community Enhancement District annual meeting

76 Entertainment Community Improvement District Meeting

The Board of Directors will review financial reports and discuss the draft budget for fiscal year 2026. Members will also receive updates on easement acquisitions and the status of a Cooperative Agreement.

• Discussion of draft FY 2026 budget
• Resolution regarding personal financial disclosure reports
• Update on easement acquisition status and potential project design, timeline, or budget changes
• Cooperative Agreement update

Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting

The Branson Board of Aldermen will consider a series of ordinances, including a property tax levy to fund general city operations. Other items include participation in a national opioid settlement, a surface transportation block grant agreement, and the creation of a new community improvement district. Several redevelopment financing plans and a lease purchase for public safety vehicles will also be heard.

• Final reading of Bill No. 6574 – ordinance establishing the annual levy of a property tax for general revenue
• Final reading of Bill No. 6575 – ordinance approving participation in a new national opioid settlement with Purdue Pharma
• Final reading of Bill No. 6580 – ordinance authorizing the mayor to execute a surface transportation block grant program agreement for W. 76 Country Blvd. segments 1 & 2
• Public hearing and first reading of Bill No. 6584 – ordinance establishing the Branson Mills Community Improvement District
• First reading of Bill No. 6589 – ordinance approving a lease purchase agreement with Simmons Bank for public safety vehicles

The Board adopted the consent agenda, which included minutes, disbursements and several ordinances (Ordinance Nos. 2025‑0059, 2025‑0060, 2025‑0061, 2025‑0062, 2025‑0063). It then approved the first reading of eight separate bills covering tax‑increment financing for the Branson Meadows project, transportation development districts, and the establishment and extension of community improvement districts. All motions carried with unanimous affirmative votes and no recorded opposition.

• Approved consent agenda items, including minutes, disbursements and Ordinance Nos. 2025‑0059, 2025‑0060, 2025‑0061, 2025‑0062, 2025‑0063 (5‑0)
• Approved first reading of Bill No. 6581 – Gretna Road & Town and Country Drive TIF financing plan (6‑0)
• Approved first reading of Bill No. 6582 – Tax increment financing agreement for Gretna Road (4‑0)
• Approved first reading of Bill No. 6583 – Industrial development plan and bond counsel authorization (5‑0)
• Approved first reading of Bill No. 6584 – Petition to establish Branson Mills Community Improvement District (5‑0)
• Approved first reading of Bill No. 6585 – Mayor authorized cooperative agreement for Branson Mills CID (5‑0)
• Approved first reading of Bill No. 6586 – Petition for Gretna Road & Town and Country Drive Transportation Development District (5‑0)
• Approved first reading of Bill No. 6587 – Mayor authorized cooperative agreement for Gretna Road Transportation Development District (5‑0)

Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting (Special Posting per RSMo 67.2725)

The Board of Aldermen will hold first readings for several ordinances related to tax increment financing and development districts. These include agreements for the Branson Meadows project and the establishment of community improvement districts.

• Amended Gretna Road and Town and Country Drive Tax Increment Financing (TIF) plan
• TIF redevelopment agreement with Branson Meadows TIF Co, LLC
• Amended industrial development project plan and cost-benefit analysis for Branson Meadows
• Petition and cooperative agreement for the Branson Mills Community Improvement District
• Extension of the Historic Downtown Branson Community Improvement District term

Board of Aldermen Special Meeting

The Branson Board of Aldermen will convene a special meeting on August 19, 2025, to conduct a closed executive session. The session is scheduled to discuss potential legal actions, litigation, and personnel matters.

• Closed executive session for legal actions and litigation
• Closed executive session for personnel matters
• Closed executive session for negotiated contracts

The Board of Aldermen voted unanimously to enter a closed executive session under RSMo 610.021.1, 610.021.3, and 610.021.12. Later, the board unanimously approved a motion to adjourn the meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Motion to enter closed executive session carried (ayes: Lucas, Howden, Cooper, Denham, LeBlanc, Schulz; nays: none)
• Motion to adjourn carried (ayes: Howden, Cooper, Denham, LeBlanc, Lucas; nays: none)

Advisory Park Board Regular Meeting

The Advisory Park Board will meet to approve previous minutes and review financial reports. The agenda includes updates on the Stockstill Skatepark and tournament activities.

• Approval of June 18, 2025 minutes
• Presentation of financial report
• Stockstill Skatepark update
• Tournament supervisor update from Jerry Breaux
• Program and special event update

The Advisory Park Board did not have a quorum, so the meeting was not held and no actions were taken.

Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting

The Board of Aldermen will conduct a public hearing regarding the annual property tax levy for general revenue. The meeting includes several votes on easements and agreements for the W. 76 Country Blvd. project and an agreement for tourism tax contingency funds.

• Public hearing and first reading of Bill No. 6574 to establish the annual property tax levy
• Bill No. 6573: Agreement with Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce for tourism tax contingency funds
• Bill No. 6580: Surface Transportation Block Grant agreement for W. 76 Country Blvd. Segments 1 & 2
• Bill No. 6575: Participation in a national opioid settlement with Purdue Pharma L.P.
• Bill No. 6572: Contract with Great River Associates, Inc. for pedestrian crossings on W. 76 Country Blvd.

The board approved several final‑reading ordinances, including the termination of water services with Public Water Supply District No. 3, a school resource officer agreement, and engineering services for pedestrian crossings on W. 76 Country Blvd. It also approved first readings of a tourism‑tax contingency fund agreement, a property‑tax levy, and other ordinances related to an opioid settlement, code amendments, and easement agreements for the W. 76 Country Blvd. project, and cancelled the November 11, 2025 meeting.

• Amendment to Bill No. 6566A rejected (2‑4 vote)
• Final reading of Bill No. 6566A approved (5‑1 vote)
• Ordinance 2025‑0053 enacted: termination of water services with Public Water Supply District No. 3
• Ordinance 2025‑0054 enacted: school resource officer agreement
• Ordinance 2025‑0055 enacted: engineering services for two pedestrian crossings on W. 76 Country Blvd
• First reading of Bill 6573 (tourism‑tax contingency fund agreement) approved unanimously
• First reading of Bill 6574 (property‑tax levy) approved unanimously
• Cancellation of the November 11, 2025 Board of Aldermen meeting approved unanimously

Board of Aldermen Special Meeting

The Branson Board of Aldermen convened a special meeting on August 12, 2025. The agenda consisted of standard procedural items—call to order, pledge of allegiance, and roll call—followed by a closed executive session covering legal actions and contract negotiations. No public decisions or agenda items were presented.

The board voted to enter a closed executive session under RSMo 610.021.1 and 610.021.12. The motion was carried unanimously. After the session, the board voted to adjourn the meeting, also unanimously. No other actions were taken.

• Moved into closed executive session (motion carried, 6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried, 4-0)

Finance Committee Regular Meeting

The Branson Finance Committee will approve the minutes from its April 24, 2025 meeting. It will review and acknowledge disbursements of $45,000 and over for the period April through June 2025. The committee will receive an update on second‑quarter financials and a report on the timeline for the 2026 budget.

• Approve minutes from the April 24, 2025 regular meeting
• Review and acknowledge disbursements of $45,000 and over for April‑June 2025
• Second‑quarter financials update
• Report on the 2026 budget timeline

The Finance Committee met on July 24, 2025, but no quorum was present. Because of the lack of quorum, none of the agenda items were discussed or decided. The meeting was adjourned.

Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting

The Board of Aldermen will approve minutes from the July 8 meeting and acknowledge receipt of planning commission minutes and recent disbursements. Several ordinances will receive final readings, including an intergovernmental agreement with the school district for the ADAPT program and an addendum with the Southwest Missouri Council of Governments. A public hearing will consider an amendment to subdivision procedures, and the board will conduct first readings of multiple contracts for advanced metering infrastructure and related services.

• Final reading of Bill No. 6564 approving intergovernmental agreement with Branson Public School District for ADAPT
• Final reading of Bill No. 6566 approving addendum with Southwest Missouri Council of Governments for comprehensive planning services
• Public hearing and first reading of Bill No. 6566 amending Section 94-8 on subdivisions
• First reading of Bill No. 6567 approving contract with Core & Main LP for advanced metering infrastructure master project
• First reading of Bill No. 6568 approving contract with Sensus USA Inc. for advanced metering software and spectrum lease

The Board approved the final readings of Ordinances No. 2025-0049, 2025-0050, and 2025-0051, authorizing contracts with Core & Main LP, Sensus USA Inc., and H2O Analytics Corp for the Advanced Metering Infrastructure Master Project. A committee of Aldermen Howden, Schulz, City Attorney Solon McGee, and Alderman LeBlanc was created to draft amendments to Section 2‑72 of the municipal code governing regular agenda procedures. The Consent Agenda, including approval of prior meeting minutes, planning commission minutes, and June‑July disbursements, was approved unanimously. First readings were approved for several ordinances concerning subdivisions, water‑service termination, a school resource officer program, and pedestrian‑crossing design (Bills 6566, 6570‑6572).

• Approved Consent Agenda items (minutes, planning commission minutes, disbursements) – Voting aye: Schulz, LeBlanc, Cooper, Howden, Lucas; Nays: none.
• Formed committee (Howden, Schulz, McGee, LeBlanc) to draft amendment to Section 2‑72 – Voting aye: Schulz, LeBlanc, Cooper, Howden, Lucas; Nays: none.
• Approved first reading of Bill 6566 (subdivision code amendment) – Voting aye: Schulz, LeBlanc, Cooper, Howden, Lucas; Nays: none.
• Enacted Ordinance No. 2025-0049 approving Core & Main contract for advanced metering – Voting aye: Schulz, LeBlanc, Cooper, Howden, Lucas; Nays: none.
• Enacted Ordinance No. 2025-0050 approving Sensus USA contract for advanced metering software – Voting aye: Schulz, LeBlanc, Cooper, Howden, Lucas; Nays: none.
• Enacted Ordinance No. 2025-0051 approving H2O Analytics contract for advanced metering software – Voting aye: Schulz, LeBlanc, Cooper, Howden, Lucas; Nays: none.
• Approved first reading of Bill 6570 (termination of water services agreement) – Voting aye: Schulz, LeBlanc, Cooper, Howden, Lucas; Nays: none.
• Approved first reading of Bill 6571 (school resource officer program agreement) – Voting aye: Schulz, LeBlanc, Cooper, Howden, Lucas; Nays: none.

Tax Increment Financing Commission Meeting

The Tax Increment Financing Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an amended TIF plan for Gretna Road and Town and Country Drive. The body will discuss financial analysis and legally required findings before considering a resolution to recommend the plan to the Board of Aldermen.

• Public hearing on the amended Gretna Road and Town and Country Drive TIF plan
• Resolution 2025-01 recommending approval of the TIF plan, redevelopment area, and blight designation
• Approval of January 29, 2025 meeting minutes

Board of Aldermen Notice of Attending

The Board of Aldermen has issued a notice that they may attend a meeting of the Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Commission. No other business items are listed on this notice.

• Attendance at Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Commission meeting

Tax Increment Financing Commission Meeting (Special Posting per RSMo 67.2725)

The Tax Increment Financing Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the Gretna Road and Town and Country Drive Tax Increment Financing Plan. Citizens and interested parties may present comments. The commission will consider the amendment during this meeting.

• Public hearing on proposed amended Gretna Road and Town and Country Drive Tax Increment Financing Plan

Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting

The Board of Aldermen will consider final readings of ordinances regarding conflict of interest disclosures and dangerous building regulations. The body will also review first readings for contracts with Everon, LLC, the Branson Public School District, and the Southwest Missouri Council of Governments.

• Bill No. 6560 and 6561: Ordinances to clarify the process and appeals for dangerous buildings
• Bill No. 6563: Contract with Everon, LLC for software, maintenance, and data storage
• Bill No. 6564: Agreement with Branson Public School District for ADAPT participation
• Bill No. 6566: Addendum with Southwest Missouri Council of Governments for planning services
• Appointments to the Board of Appeals, Board of Adjustment, IDA, and TCED

The Board of Aldermen approved several ordinances, including a new dangerous‑buildings code amendment. It also approved contracts for software services and an intergovernmental agreement on drug‑prevention, and filled multiple board appointments. All motions carried with unanimous support where votes were recorded.

• Approved Bill No. 6560 amending Chapter 18 (dangerous buildings) – Ordinance No. 2025‑0044 enacted (aye: Schulz, LeBlanc, Denham, Cooper, Howden, Lucas; nays: none)
• Approved Bill No. 6561 creating an exception to the appeals process for dangerous buildings – Ordinance No. 2025‑0045 enacted (motion carried)
• Approved Bill No. 6563 contract with Everon, LLC for software services – Ordinance No. 2025‑0046 enacted (aye: Schulz, LeBlanc, Denham, Cooper, Howden, Lucas; nays: none)
• Approved Bill No. 6564 intergovernmental agreement with Branson Public School District for ADAPT – motion carried (aye: Schulz, LeBlanc, Denham, Cooper, Howden, Lucas; nays: none)
• Approved Bill No. 6565 amending Section 2‑72 of the municipal code – motion carried (aye: Schulz, LeBlanc, Denham, Cooper, Howden, Lucas; nays: none)
• Approved Bill No. 6566 addendum with Southwest Missouri Council of Governments for planning services – motion carried (aye: Schulz, LeBlanc, Denham, Cooper, Howden, Lucas; nays: none)
• Approved slate of appointments to Board of Appeals, Board of Adjustment, and Industrial Development Authority – motion carried (aye: Schulz, LeBlanc, Denham, Cooper, Howden, Lucas; nays: none)
• Appointed Timothy Haygood to the Tourism Community Enhancement District (TCED) by ballot (6 votes for Haygood, 0 for others)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will consider a public hearing to approve a special use permit for a park and playground at 299 S State Hwy 165. The commission will also approve its April 1, 2025 meeting minutes and elect a chairperson, vice chairperson, and secretary. No other items are listed.

• Public hearing on special use permit for park and playground at 299 S State Hwy 165
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes from the April 1, 2025 regular meeting
• Election of chairperson, vice chairperson, and secretary

The commission approved the April 1, 2025 Planning Commission minutes, granted a special‑use permit for a park at 299 S State Hwy 165, and adopted an amendment to Chapter 94‑8 allowing up‑to‑three minor subdivision splits for state‑ or federally‑funded affordable housing. Commissioners also re‑elected Gary Groman as Chair, Rick DeJager as Vice‑Chair, and Charles Hillis Sr. as Secretary for the 2025‑2026 term.

• Approved April 1, 2025 Planning Commission minutes (10‑0)
• Approved special‑use permit for park at 299 S State Hwy 165 (10‑0)
• Approved Resolution MC25‑05 to amend Chapter 94‑8 subdivisions (10‑0)
• Approved amendment to Resolution MC25‑05 adding Board of Aldermen approval (9‑1)
• Approved amended Resolution MC25‑05 as amended (10‑0)
• Re‑elected Gary Groman as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Re‑elected Rick DeJager as Vice‑Chairperson (unanimous)
• Re‑elected Charles Hillis Sr. as Secretary (unanimous)

76 Entertainment Community Improvement District Meeting

The Board of Directors will review financial reports and the status of easement acquisitions. The meeting includes a presentation on a Cooperative Agreement Amendment and a discussion on contractor incentives and damages.

• Review of CID financials
• Update on easement acquisition status and potential budget or timeline changes
• Presentation of Cooperative Agreement Amendment
• Project financing update
• Discussion of contractor incentives and damages based on project timeline

Comprehensive Planning Committee Meeting

The Branson Comprehensive Planning Committee will approve minutes from May 1, review results from kitchen table conversations, and preview suitability analysis mapping. The meeting is scheduled for June 25, 2025, at 3:00 PM at the Branson Convention Center.

• Approval of May 1, 2025 CPC minutes
• Review of kitchen table conversation results
• Review of stakeholder interview data
• Preview of suitability analysis mapping
• Setting date for next meeting

Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting

The Branson Board of Aldermen will vote on final readings for an industrial development project for the Butterfly Palace expansion and a contract with the Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce. The meeting also includes a first reading of ordinances regarding dangerous building procedures and a budget stabilization agreement with the Missouri Department of Transportation.

• Final reading: Butterfly Palace expansion industrial development plan
• Final reading: Tourism and marketing services contract with Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce
• First reading: Dangerous buildings ordinance amendments
• First reading: Lease purchase agreement for a Bobcat
• First reading: Budget stabilization funds allocation with MoDOT for W. 76 Country Blvd.

The Board of Aldermen approved several items, including the industrial development plan for the Butterfly Palace expansion and a lease‑purchase agreement for a new bobcat fire apparatus. They also adopted amendments to the city’s conflict‑of‑interest disclosure rules and to the dangerous‑buildings code, and authorized a budget‑stabilization funds agreement for W.76 Country Blvd. All motions on the consent agenda and the listed ordinances passed unanimously (5‑0).

• Approved minutes for June 10, 2025 and related disbursements (consent agenda) – motion carried
• Approved industrial development plan for Butterfly Palace expansion (Ordinance No. 2025-0038) – consent agenda
• Approved payroll and HR software contract with UKG (Ordinance No. 2025-0040) – consent agenda
• Approved amendment to conflict‑of‑interest disclosure procedure (Bill No. 6557) – 5-0 vote
• Approved lease‑purchase agreement for a bobcat with First American Finance (Bill No. 6559) – 5-0 vote
• Approved amendment to dangerous‑buildings code (Bill No. 6560) – 5-0 vote
• Approved exception to appeals process for dangerous buildings (Bill No. 6561) – 5-0 vote
• Approved budget‑stabilization funds allocation for W.76 Country Blvd (Bill No. 6562) – 5-0 vote

Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting (Special Posting per RSMo 67.2725)

The Board of Aldermen will consider an ordinance to authorize the issuance of industrial revenue bonds for the Butterfly Palace expansion project. The agenda also includes authorizing bond counsel and an addendum to the development agreement.

• Ordinance for Butterfly Palace expansion bonds
• Authorization for bond counsel
• Addendum to development agreement

Advisory Park Board Regular Meeting

The Advisory Park Board will approve minutes from its April 15 meeting, hear a financial report, and receive updates on marketing, trail projects, the community asset replacement plan, and upcoming programs and special events.

• Approve minutes for April 15, 2025 meeting
• Presentation of the financial report
• Update on trail projects
• Community asset replacement plan update
• Program and special event update

The board approved the minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. The meeting was then adjourned at 5:25 p.m. with the same unanimous vote.

• Approved April 15, 2025 minutes (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:25 p.m. (6 ayes, 0 nays)

Board of Aldermen Special Meeting

The Branson Board of Aldermen will vote on removing a member of the Tourism Community Enhancement District board. The board will also conduct the first reading of Bill No. 6558, an ordinance amending the fire‑prevention code section on discharging fireworks within city limits.

• Removal of a Tourism Community Enhancement District (TCED) board member
• First reading of Bill No. 6558 to amend Chapter 42, Section 5610 on fireworks discharge

The Board voted to remove Cindy Merry from the Tourism Community Enhancement District board, passing the motion 4‑3 after the mayor broke a tie. A motion to approve the first reading of Bill No. 6558, which would amend firework regulations, failed with a 0‑6 vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Removed Cindy Merry from TCED Board (4-3)
• First reading of Bill No. 6558 (fireworks ordinance) failed (0-6)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Board of Aldermen Study Session

The Board of Aldermen will hear a presentation of findings for the city's Pavement Management Plan. They will also receive an update on the CitizenServe permitting platform. No decisions are noted; the session is for study and information sharing.

• Presentation of findings for the Pavement Management Plan
• Update on the CitizenServe permitting platform

The Board of Aldermen voted to adjourn the study session. Alderman Cooper moved, Alderman LeBlanc seconded. All five present members voted aye and the motion carried.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting

The Board of Aldermen will vote on final readings for electric service and engineering agreements with Empire District Electric Company. The body will also hold first readings for a development project involving the Butterfly Palace and several city contracts.

• Bill No. 6554: Industrial development project and revenue bonds for Butterfly Palace expansion
• Bill No. 6551: Municipal electric service agreement with Empire District Electric Company (d/b/a Liberty)
• Bill No. 6552: Engineering services for W. 76 Country Blvd. Segments 1 & 2 construction project
• Bill No. 6556: Contract with UKG for payroll and human resource software
• Bill No. 6555: Amendment to tourism and marketing contract with Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce

The Board of Aldermen unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included three ordinances (2025-0035, 2025-0036, 2025-0037). They gave a first reading and approval of Bill 6554, authorizing the city to engage bond counsel and issue industrial revenue bonds for the Butterfly Palace expansion. The Board also approved appointments to the Branson Commerce Park CID and the Branson Hills Infrastructure Facilities CID, with the latter passing 5‑1. First readings of Bills 6555 and 6556 (tourism contract amendment and UKG payroll contract) were approved unanimously, while Bill 6557 was referred back to City Administration.

• Approved consent agenda items including three ordinances (6-0)
• Approved first reading of Bill 6554 (Butterfly Palace expansion) (6-0)
• Approved appointments to Branson Commerce Park CID (6-0)
• Approved appointments to Branson Hills Infrastructure Facilities CID (5-1)
• Approved first reading of Bill 6555 (tourism contract amendment) (6-0)
• Approved first reading of Bill 6556 (UKG payroll contract) (6-0)
• Referred Bill 6557 back to City Administration (5-1)

Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting (Special Posting per RSMo 67.2725)

The Board of Aldermen will hold a first reading of an ordinance regarding the Butterfly Palace expansion project. This includes reviewing an amended and restated industrial development plan and authorizing the issuance of industrial revenue bonds.

• First reading of ordinance for Butterfly Palace expansion industrial development project
• Authorization to engage bond counsel for industrial revenue bonds
• Authorization for Mayor to execute an addendum to the development agreement

76 Entertainment Community Improvement District

The Board of Directors will review the district's financials and project financing. Members will discuss the status of easement acquisitions and a Cooperative Agreement Amendment.

• Review of CID financials
• Update on easement acquisition status and potential project design, timeline, or budget changes
• Discussion on Cooperative Agreement Amendment status
• Project financing update

Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting

The Branson Board of Aldermen will consider final readings for ordinances approving the expansion of the Butterfly Palace, including a management services agreement with ASM Global and a new building demolition regulation. The agenda also includes a consent agenda for Downtown Branson Community Improvement District projects and a first reading for a municipal electric service agreement with Empire District Electric.

• Final reading: Butterfly Palace expansion development agreement
• Final reading: Downtown Branson Community Improvement District extension
• Final reading: ASM Global management services contract
• First reading: Municipal electric service agreement with Empire District Electric
• Final reading: New building demolition regulation

The Board of Aldermen approved final readings of Bills 6544, 6545, 6546, 6548, 6549, and 6550, enacting Ordinances 2025‑0029 through 2025‑0034. It postponed Bill 6547, which would have authorized an industrial revenue bond for the Butterfly Palace expansion, and also postponed Bill 6528 concerning the Historic Downtown Branson Community Improvement District term extension. The Board adopted Resolution 2025‑RO12 confirming the mayor’s appointments to the Butterfly Palace Community Improvement District board. All consent‑agenda items were approved and the meeting adjourned at 7:03 p.m.

• Approved final reading of Bill No. 6544 – Ordinance 2025‑0029 enacted
• Approved final reading of Bill No. 6545 – Ordinance 2025‑0030 enacted
• Approved final reading of Bill No. 6546 – Ordinance 2025‑0031 enacted
• Postponed Bill No. 6547 (industrial development project) indefinitely
• Approved final reading of Bill No. 6548 – Ordinance 2025‑0032 enacted
• Approved final reading of Bill No. 6549 – Ordinance 2025‑0033 enacted
• Approved final reading of Bill No. 6550 – Ordinance 2025‑0034 enacted
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑RO12 consenting to mayor’s appointments to the Butterfly Palace CID board

Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting (Special Posting per RSMo 67.2725)

The Board of Aldermen will hold final readings of three ordinances concerning the Butterfly Palace expansion. The first ordinance approves a development agreement with R B D Marketing, LLC and authorizes the mayor to execute related documents. The second ordinance establishes the Butterfly Palace Community Improvement District. The third ordinance adopts a plan for the industrial development component and permits the city to engage bond counsel to issue industrial revenue bonds.

• Final reading of Bill No. 6544: ordinance approving development agreement for Butterfly Palace expansion with R B D Marketing, LLC and authorizing mayor to sign documents.
• Final reading of Bill No. 6545: ordinance establishing the Butterfly Palace Community Improvement District.
• Final reading of Bill No. 6546: ordinance approving industrial development plan for Butterfly Palace expansion and authorizing city to hire bond counsel for industrial revenue bonds.

Board of Aldermen Special Meeting

The Board of Aldermen will meet for a special session. The agenda consists of a closed executive session to discuss a negotiated contract.

• Closed executive session pursuant to 610.021.12 RSMO for negotiated contract

The Board of Aldermen voted to enter a closed executive session under RSMo 610.021.12 for a negotiated contract. The meeting was then unanimously adjourned. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Moved into closed executive session (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Board of Aldermen Special Meeting

The Board of Aldermen will conduct a special meeting that consists mainly of routine items such as a call to order, pledge of allegiance, and roll call. The meeting includes a closed executive session conducted under RSMO statutes for legal, real‑estate, and negotiated contract matters. No public agenda items or decisions are listed.

• Call to Order
• Pledge of Allegiance
• Roll Call
• Closed executive session under RSMO for legal matters
• Closed executive session under RSMO for real‑estate and negotiated contract matters

The Board voted to enter a closed executive session twice, each time carrying the motion. The motions passed with 3‑1 and 4‑1 votes respectively. Afterwards the Board voted to adjourn the meeting, which passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Moved into closed executive session (3-1)
• Moved into closed executive session (4-1)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Advisory Park Board Regular Meeting

The Advisory Park Board will vote to approve the minutes from its April 15, 2025 meeting. It will also hear a financial report and updates on marketing, trails, parks, and upcoming programs and special events.

• Approve minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting
• Presentation of the financial report
• Marketing update from Katie Leuthauser
• Trail update
• Program and special event update

Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting

The Branson Board of Aldermen will consider several ordinances related to the Butterfly Palace expansion, including a development agreement, the creation of a community improvement district, and a cooperative agreement. They will also vote on a streetscape funding agreement with the Historic Downtown Branson Community Improvement District and adopt a fee‑schedule amendment for building permits. Additional items include a final reading of an easement agreement for the West 76 Country Boulev street‑scape project and the approval of incentive fee payments to ASM Global.

• Ordinance 6544: Approve development agreement for Butterfly Palace expansion with RBD Marketing, LLC
• Ordinance 6545: Approve petition to establish the Butterfly Palace Community Improvement District
• Ordinance 6549: Approve streetscape project funding contribution agreement with Historic Downtown Branson CID
• Ordinance 6548: Approve payment of incentive fees to ASM Global, management company for Branson Convention Center
• Ordinance 6541: Final reading approving easement agreement with Andrew Properties, LLC for West 76 Country Boulev streetscape improvement

The Board adopted an amendment to Chapter 18 of the Branson Municipal Code to revise permit fees and the fee schedule. The amendment was approved by a unanimous 5‑0 vote. Several related development ordinances for the Butterfly Palace project were also approved, each passing unanimously.

• Approved amendment to permit fee schedule (Bill No. 6542) (5-0)
• Approved Finance Committee Minutes (March 20, 2025) (5-0)
• Approved all items on the Consent Agenda (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Butterfly Palace expansion development agreement (Bill No. 6544) (6-0)
• Approved first reading of Butterfly Palace Community Improvement District (Bill No. 6545) (6-0)
• Approved first reading of cooperative agreement with Butterfly Palace CID (Bill No. 6546) (5-0)
• Approved first reading of industrial development project and bond counsel authorization for Butterfly Palace (Bill No. 6547) (6-0)
• Approved first reading of incentive fee payment to ASM Global for the Convention Center (Bill No. 6548) (5-0)

Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting (Special Posting per RSMo 67.2725)

The Board of Aldermen will hold a first reading of ordinances regarding the Butterfly Palace expansion project. This includes a development agreement with R B D Marketing, LLC and a proposal to establish a Community Improvement District.

• Development agreement for the expansion of the Butterfly Palace with R B D Marketing, LLC
• Public hearing and first reading to establish the Butterfly Palace Community Improvement District
• First reading of the industrial development project plan and cost-benefit analysis for the Butterfly Palace expansion

Board of Aldermen Special Meeting

The Board of Aldermen will convene a special meeting on May 13, 2025. After the call to order, pledge of allegiance, and roll call, the board will hold an executive session. A closed executive session will be conducted pursuant to RSMO statutes 610.021.1, 610.021.2, and 610.021.12 for legal, real estate, and negotiated contract matters. No other agenda items are listed.

• Closed executive session under RSMO statutes 610.021.1 (legal), 610.021.2 (real estate), and 610.021.12 (negotiated contract)

The Board of Aldermen voted to enter a closed executive session under RSMo §§610.021.1, .021.2 and .021.12. The motion carried unanimously with four ayes and no nays. Later the board voted to adjourn the meeting, with five ayes and no nays, ending the session at 6:05 p.m.

• Entered closed executive session (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Comprehensive Planning Committee Meeting

The Branson Comprehensive Planning Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and review community survey data and a SWOT analysis. The agenda includes an update on kitchen table conversations and a decision on the next meeting date.

• Approval of March 27, 2025 minutes
• Review of Community Survey Data
• SWOT Analysis
• Update on Kitchen Table Conversations
• Set date for next meeting

The Comprehensive Planning Committee approved the minutes from the March 27, 2025 meeting. Members reviewed community survey data, a SWOT analysis, and discussed affordable‑housing challenges. The next meeting was scheduled for June 25, 2025 at the Branson Convention Center. The meeting was adjourned at 5:42 p.m.

• Approved March 27, 2025 CPC meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Scheduled next CPC meeting for June 25, 2025
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

76 Entertainment Community Improvement District Meeting

The 76 Entertainment Community Improvement District board will review its financial statements, receive an update on easement acquisition and any needed design, timeline, or budget adjustments, discuss a cooperative agreement amendment, and get a project financing update. The meeting will also consider any new business before adjourning.

• Review of CID financials presented by Allison Ramsey
• Update on easement acquisition status and possible project design, timeline, or budget changes (Michael Woods/Jerany Jackson)
• Discussion of Cooperative Agreement Amendment (Sarah Granath)
• Project Financing Update (Todd Goffoy)

Finance Committee Regular Meeting

The Finance Committee will review the 2025 first quarter financial reports. The body will also acknowledge disbursements of $45,000 and over made between January and March 2025.

• Review of 2025 Quarter One financials
• Acknowledgement of disbursements $45,000 and over (January through March 2025)
• Branson Convention Center incentive review reports

The committee approved its March 20, 2025 minutes. It recommended that the Board of Aldermen award the full FY24 incentive of $159,084.12 to the Branson Convention Center. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved March 20, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (5-0)
• Recommended awarding $159,084.12 incentive to Branson Convention Center (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting

The Branson Board of Aldermen will consider a consent agenda and a series of first‑reading ordinances. Key items include a zoning change for 598 Animal Safari Road, new electric service contracts, a lease agreement, updates to the municipal fee schedule, and a budget amendment to increase the general fund. The meeting also includes appointments and public comment.

• Final reading of Bill No. 6533 to rezone 598 Animal Safari Road from agricultural to high‑density residential.
• First reading of Bill No. 6535 approving a municipal electric service agreement with Empire District Electric Co. (Liberty).
• First reading of Bill No. 6542 amending Chapter 18‑2 permit fees in the Branson Municipal Code.
• First reading of Bill No. 6543 amending the 2025 budget to increase the city’s general fund for contractual services.
• First reading of Bill No. 6537 approving a lease agreement with TrueLove Properties, LLC for a parcel of land.

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda and a series of ordinances covering a zoning change, a municipal electric service agreement, multiple utility contracts, a lease agreement, a 911 emergency telephone system cooperation, a child abuse and neglect memorandum, and an intergovernmental task‑force agreement. All motions passed with votes of aye: Lucas, Cooper, Howden, LeBlanc, Schulz; nays: none. The meeting was then adjourned sine die.

• Approved Consent Agenda items (all items) – Motion carried (aye: Lucas, Cooper, Howden, LeBlanc, Schulz; nays: none)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-0014 zoning change for 598 Animal Safari Road – Motion carried (aye: Lucas, Cooper, Howden, LeBlanc, Schulz; nays: none)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-0020 municipal electric service agreement (MESA) – Motion carried (aye: Lucas, Cooper, Howden, LeBlanc, Schulz; nays: none)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-0021 contracts for utility relocation costs on West 76 Country Boulevard – Motion carried (aye: Lucas, Cooper, Howden, LeBlanc, Schulz; nays: none)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-0022 lease agreement with TrueLove Properties, LLC – Motion carried (aye: Lucas, Cooper, Howden, LeBlanc, Schulz; nays: none)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-0023 911 emergency telephone system agreement with Taney County – Motion carried (aye: Lucas, Cooper, Howden, LeBlanc, Schulz; nays: none)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-0024 memorandum of understanding with Taney County on child abuse and neglect – Motion carried (aye: Lucas, Cooper, Howden, LeBlanc, Schulz; nays: none)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-0025 intergovernmental agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement for human trafficking and internet crimes task force – Motion carried (aye: Lucas, Cooper, Howden, LeBlanc, Schulz; nays: none)

Board of Aldermen Special Meeting

The Board of Aldermen will meet for a special session. The agenda consists of a closed executive session to discuss legal matters and a negotiated contract.

• Closed executive session regarding legal matters (610.021.1 RSMO)
• Closed executive session regarding a negotiated contract (610.021.12 RSMO)

The Board of Aldermen moved into a closed executive session under RSMo 610.021.1 and 610.021.12, with a 4‑0 vote. Afterward, the meeting was adjourned by a 5‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Entered closed executive session (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

Board of Aldermen Notice of Attending

The Branson Board of Aldermen issued a notice that members may attend a meeting commemorating America's 250‑year anniversary. No specific agenda items, decisions, or contracts are listed for this date.

Advisory Park Board Regular Meeting

The Advisory Park Board will vote to approve the minutes from its March 18, 2025 meeting. It will hear a presentation of the financial report. The board will receive updates on the tournament program, the community asset replacement plan, recreation programming, and upcoming special events.

• Approve advisory park board minutes for March 18, 2025
• Presentation of the financial report
• Update from tournament director
• Update on community asset replacement plan
• Recreation programming and special event updates

The Advisory Park Board voted to approve the March 18, 2025 meeting minutes. The board then voted to adjourn the meeting at 6:15 PM. No other motions were decided.

• Approved March 18, 2025 meeting minutes (7‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:15 PM (7‑0)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will first approve its March 4, 2025 meeting minutes. It will then hold a public hearing to consider a request to modify an existing special‑use permit for the campground at 300 Lake Drive and adjacent Shore Lane addresses by removing the fencing requirement. A second public hearing will consider a new special‑use permit application to operate an RV camp site at 2802 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway.

• Approve Planning Commission minutes from March 4, 2025
• Public hearing: modify special‑use permit for campground at 300 Lake Drive, 402, 408, 412 Shore Lane – omit fencing requirement
• Public hearing: special‑use permit request for RV camp site at 2802 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway

The Commission approved the minutes from the March 4, 2025 meeting. It also approved a modification to the campground special‑use permit that removes the fence requirement for the FEMA lot. Finally, it approved a special‑use permit for a 14‑space RV campground at 2802 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway.

• Approved March 4, 2025 Planning Commission minutes (6-0)
• Approved amendment to campground special‑use permit to omit fence requirement (6-0)
• Approved special‑use permit for RV campground at 2802 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway (6-0)

Comprehensive Planning Committee Meeting

The Comprehensive Planning Committee is meeting to review data analysis, mapping, and the status of a community survey. The body will also introduce 'Kitchen Table Conversations' and conduct a SWOT analysis.

• Introduction of Kitchen Table Conversations
• Review of new data analysis and mapping
• Update on community survey status
• Strengths/Weaknesses/Opportunities/Threats (SWOT) analysis

The committee approved the minutes from the January 16, 2025 meeting after a motion by Alderman Schulz was carried. The SWOT analysis item was tabled until the next meeting. The next Comprehensive Planning Committee meeting was set for Thursday, May 1 at 3 p.m. The meeting was adjourned after a motion by Alderman Schulz was carried.

• Approved Jan 16, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• SWOT analysis item tabled
• Set next meeting for May 1 at 3 p.m.
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

76 Entertainment Community Improvement District Meeting

The 76 Entertainment Community Improvement District Board of Directors will review and vote on design renderings for a gateway at 165 and W 76. The meeting also includes updates on project financing, easement acquisitions, and a cooperative agreement amendment.

• Vote on creative design layer 2 for 165 and W 76
• Review of CID financials
• Discussion of Cooperative Agreement Amendment
• Project financing update
• Easement acquisition status and potential budget or timeline changes

Board of Aldermen Study Session

The Board of Aldermen will hold a study session featuring two presentations by Heather Hermen. The session focuses on the 250th anniversary of the United States and the 2024 year-end report for the Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and Convention and Visitors Bureau.

• Presentation on America's 250 Year Anniversary
• 2024 year-end Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and Convention and Visitors Bureau report

The Board of Aldermen voted to adjourn the study session, with six members voting aye and none voting nay. The presentation on the 2024 year‑end Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce report was moved to an upcoming regular Board meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Motion to adjourn carried (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• 2024 year‑end chamber report presentation moved to upcoming regular meeting

Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting

The Branson Board of Aldermen will review financial reports, approve minutes, and consider final readings on budget amendments and a firefighter contract. The meeting includes a public hearing on repealing a tree preservation ordinance and a zoning change for a property on Animal Safari Road.

• Final reading of ordinance extending the Historic Downtown Branson Community Improvement District
• Final reading of ordinance amending the 2025-2027 Collective Bargaining Agreement with firefighters
• Public hearing on ordinance repealing tree preservation section of municipal code
• Public hearing on ordinance approving zoning change to high-density residential
• Resolution designating a logo for the Rec Plex water tower

The Board of Aldermen postponed the final reading of Bill No. 6528, which would extend the Historic Downtown Branson Community Improvement District, to the next legislative term. It approved several budget amendment ordinances for FY 2024 and FY 2025, adopted a resolution designating a logo for the Rec Plex water tower, repealed a tree‑preservation code section, and approved a zoning change for 598 Animal Safari Road. All motions passed unanimously unless otherwise noted.

• Postponed Bill No. 6528 (historic district extension) – Lucas, Denham, Cooper, Howden, LeBlanc, Schulz aye; none nay
• Approved Consent Agenda including Bill No. 6529 – Lucas, Denham, Cooper, Howden, LeBlanc, Schulz aye; none nay
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑RO05 to increase FY 2024 budget for mandatory redemption, waterfall, debt service – Lucas, Denham, Cooper, Howden, LeBlanc, Schulz aye; none nay
• Enacted Ordinance No. 2025‑0016 (Bill No. 6530) amending FY 2024 budget – Lucas, Denham, Cooper, Howden, LeBlanc, Schulz aye; none nay
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑RO06 to increase FY 2025 budget for capital projects – Lucas, Denham, Cooper, Howden, LeBlanc, Schulz aye; none nay
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑RO07 designating Branson Schools Mascot logo for Rec Plex water tower – amendment vote: Lucas, Cooper, Howden, LeBlanc, Schulz aye; Denham nay; final vote: Lucas, Denham, Cooper, Howden, LeBlanc, Schulz aye; none nay
• Enacted Ordinance No. 2025‑0018 repealing Section 94‑11 (tree preservation) – Lucas, Denham, Cooper, Howden, LeBlanc, Schulz aye; none nay
• Approved first reading of Bill No. 6533 (zoning change to high‑density residential at 598 Animal Safari Road) – Lucas, Denham, Cooper, Howden, LeBlanc, Schulz aye; none nay

Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting (Special Posting per RSMo 67.2725)

The Board of Aldermen will hold a regular meeting to review a final reading of Bill No. 6528. This ordinance concerns the term extension of the Historic Downtown Branson Community Improvement District.

• Final reading of Bill No. 6528 regarding the Historic Downtown Branson Community Improvement District extension

Finance Committee Special Meeting

The Branson Finance Committee will meet to approve minutes from January 2025 and review year-end financials, along with proposed amendments to the 2024 and 2025 budgets.

• Approval of January 23, 2025 Finance Committee minutes
• Review of 2024 Budget Amendments
• Review of 2025 Budget Amendments
• Presentation of Year End Financials

The committee amended the January 23 minutes to require all non‑emergency reports be submitted at least one week before a meeting. The amended minutes were then approved. A standing rule was also amended to require the same advance reporting timeframe. The meeting was adjourned.

• Amended Finance Committee minutes to require reports submitted at least one week in advance – motion carried (aye: Schulz, Pinkley, Williams, Stepp, Milton, McBratney; nays: none)
• Approved the Finance Committee minutes (as amended) – motion carried (aye: Schulz, Pinkley, Williams, Stepp, Milton, McBratney; nays: none)
• Amended standing rule to require non‑emergency reports be submitted at least one week in advance – motion carried (aye: Schulz, Pinkley, Williams, Stepp, Milton, McBratney; nays: none)
• Adjourned the meeting – motion carried (aye: Schulz, Pinkley, Williams, Stepp, Milton, McBratney; nays: none)

Advisory Park Board Regular Meeting

The Advisory Park Board will approve minutes from the January 21 meeting, hear a financial report, and receive updates on landscape services, campground expansion, trail work, and upcoming programs and special events. No decisions on contracts or new ordinances are listed.

• Approval of January 21, 2025 meeting minutes
• Presentation of the financial report
• Update on campground expansion
• Trail update
• Program and special event update

The Branson Advisory Park Board approved the minutes from its January 21, 2025 meeting. The board received updates on finances, landscaping, campground expansion, trails, and programs, but took no other formal votes. The meeting was informational, with no substantive decisions made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved January 21, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)

Industrial Development Authority Regular Meeting

The Industrial Development Authority will meet to elect officers and approve minutes from the February 23, 2024 meeting. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.

• Election of officers
• Approval of February 23, 2024 meeting minutes

The Industrial Development Authority held a regular meeting with four members present and one absent. The board unanimously elected Richard Corby as President, Stan Helton as Vice President, and Justin Rhoades as Secretary. It also approved the minutes from the February 23, 2024 regular meeting as presented. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Elected Richard Corby as President (unanimous)
• Elected Stan Helton as Vice President (unanimous)
• Elected Justin Rhoades as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved February 23, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen Special Meeting

The Branson Board of Aldermen convened a special meeting on March 13, 2025. The agenda consisted of standard procedural items and a closed executive session for legal and negotiated contract discussions. No public agenda items or decisions were listed.

• Closed executive session (legal and negotiated contract matters)

The Board of Aldermen met in special session and voted unanimously to enter a closed executive session under state law for legal and negotiated contract discussions. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned after the closed session.

• Moved into closed executive session for legal and negotiated contract matters (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:50 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting

The Board of Aldermen will consider several final readings of ordinances updating fire code, farmer's markets, parking lot lighting, and building permit processes. A public hearing will address the extension of the Historic Downtown Branson Community Improvement District term. The Board will also hear a first reading of an addendum to the 2025‑2027 collective bargaining agreement with Southern Missouri Professional Firefighters Local No. 152.

• Final reading of Bill No. 6523 – ordinance amending fire‑prevention code alarm and sprinkler requirements
• Final reading of Bill No. 6524 – ordinance amending farmer’s market provisions
• Final reading of Bill No. 6525 – ordinance amending parking‑lot lighting standards
• Public hearing and first reading of Bill No. 6528 – extending the Historic Downtown Branson Community Improvement District term
• First reading of Bill No. 6529 – addendum to the 2025‑2027 collective bargaining agreement with Southern Missouri Professional Firefighters Local No. 152

The Board of Aldermen approved the first reading of an ordinance to extend the term of the Historic Downtown Branson Community Improvement District (CID), which funds downtown trolleys and improvements. The board also enacted several ordinances, including changes to fire code exceptions, farmers' market regulations, parking lot lighting, and building permit processes. Additionally, the board approved a firefighter collective bargaining addendum with a trial shift schedule and authorized police grant applications for DWI and hazardous moving violation enforcement.

• Approved first reading of Bill 6528 to extend Historic Downtown CID term (6-0)
• Enacted Ordinance 2025-0009 amending fire code alarm/sprinkler exceptions (consent agenda)
• Enacted Ordinance 2025-0010 amending farmers' market regulations (consent agenda)
• Enacted Ordinance 2025-0011 amending parking lot lighting (4-2)
• Enacted Ordinance 2025-0012 amending board of appeals process (consent agenda)
• Enacted Ordinance 2025-0013 amending building permit process (6-0)
• Approved first reading of Bill 6529 firefighter collective bargaining addendum with 48/69-hour shift trial (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-RO03 and 2025-RO04 authorizing police grant applications (6-0 each)

Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting (Special Posting per RSMo 67.2725)

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing and conduct the first reading of Bill No. 6528. The ordinance proposes to extend the term of the Historic Downtown Branson Community Improvement District. Interested parties and citizens may speak at the meeting.

• Public hearing and first reading of Bill No. 6528 to extend the term of the Historic Downtown Branson Community Improvement District

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Branson Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes from a previous meeting and consider a preliminary subdivision plat for 248 Parkway, Phase III. The body will also hear a request to rezone a portion of 598 Animal Safari Road from Agricultural to High Density Residential and consider repealing a tree preservation section of the municipal code.

• Approval of February 4, 2025 Planning Commission minutes
• Preliminary subdivision plat for 248 Parkway, Phase III
• Zoning change from Agricultural (A) to High Density Residential (HDR) at 598 Animal Safari Road
• Municipal code amendment to repeal Section 94-11 regarding tree preservation

The commission approved a zoning change from Agricultural to High Density Residential for 34 acres at 598 Animal Safari Road, allowing a 384-unit apartment complex, with the condition that final platting aligns zoning boundaries. It also approved repealing the Tree Preservation Ordinance (Section 94-11), citing developer concerns, with trees still protected via other regulations. The public hearing for the 248 Parkway Phase III subdivision plat was postponed to March 18, 2025.

• Approved zoning change from Agricultural to High Density Residential for 34 acres at 598 Animal Safari Road (8-0)
• Approved repeal of Tree Preservation Ordinance Section 94-11 (8-0)
• Postponed public hearing for 248 Parkway Phase III preliminary subdivision plat to March 18, 2025 (8-0)
• Approved minutes of February 4, 2025 regular meeting (8-0)

76 Entertainment Community Improvement District

The Board of Directors will discuss project financing and the status of easement acquisitions. The meeting includes a review of gateway renderings for 165 & W 76 Country Blvd and a report on utility agreements.

• Project financing update
• Easement acquisition status and potential budget or timeline changes
• Acknowledgment of Utility Agreements
• Gateway renderings for 165 & W 76 Country Blvd

Board of Aldermen Special Meeting

The Branson Board of Aldermen will convene a special meeting on February 25, 2025, at 5:00 PM to conduct a closed executive session regarding real estate and negotiated contracts.

• Closed executive session for real estate
• Closed executive session for negotiated contracts

The Board of Aldermen held a special meeting and voted unanimously to enter a closed executive session under Missouri law to discuss real estate and negotiated contracts. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved motion to enter closed executive session for real estate and contract negotiations (4-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn (5-0)

Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting

The Board of Aldermen will approve the February 11 minutes and acknowledge recent planning commission minutes and disbursements. The board will hear a presentation on emergency operations planning for flooding downstream from Table Rock Dam. Several ordinances will receive first readings, including fire‑alarm exemptions, farmer’s market temporary‑use permissions, and parking‑lot lighting standards.

• Approve minutes from February 11, 2025 special and regular meetings (consent agenda).
• Presentation on emergency operations planning for flooding downstream of Table Rock Dam.
• First reading of Bill No. 6523 – ordinance amending fire‑alarm and sprinkler system requirements.
• Public hearing and first reading of Bill No. 6524 – ordinance amending temporary‑use provisions for farmer’s markets.
• Public hearing and first reading of Bill No. 6525 – ordinance amending lighting requirements for parking lots.

The Board of Aldermen approved first readings of several ordinances, including amendments to the fire code for alarm and sprinkler exceptions, farmer's market regulations, parking lot lighting, and building code appeals. They also enacted an ordinance on removal of board members. A presentation on flood emergency planning was given, and public comments were heard on tourism tax and community events.

• Approved consent agenda including Ordinance No. 2025-0008 on removal of board members (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Bill 6523 on fire alarm/sprinkler exceptions (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Bill 6524 on farmer's markets, as amended (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Bill 6525 on parking lot lighting (4-1, Schulz nay)
• Approved first reading of Bill 6526 on board of appeals process, as amended (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Bill 6527 on applications and permits (5-0)

Board of Aldermen Special Meeting

The Board of Aldermen will hold a closed executive session to consider real‑estate matters under RSMO 610.021.2. No specific agenda items are disclosed to the public. The meeting otherwise follows standard procedural items.

The Branson Board of Aldermen held a special meeting on February 11, 2025, and voted unanimously to enter a closed executive session under RSMo 610.021.2 for real estate matters. No other substantive decisions were made; the board adjourned immediately after the closed session.

• Approved motion to enter closed executive session for real estate (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:20 p.m. (4-0)

Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting

The Board of Aldermen will consider several agenda items, including approval of minutes from the January 28, 2025 meetings and acknowledgment of various committee reports. It will conduct final readings of three ordinances: one amending the food truck court code, one approving the final subdivision plat for the Summit at Branson Estates, and one amending the city administrator's powers and duties. A first reading will be taken on an ordinance to amend board member removal procedures. The meeting also includes a public comment period.

• Approve minutes for the Jan. 28, 2025 special and regular meetings
• Final reading of Bill No. 6519 – ordinance amending Chapter 94 (food truck court)
• Final reading of Bill No. 6520 – ordinance approving final subdivision plat for the Summit at Branson Estates
• Final reading of Bill No. 6521 – ordinance amending Section 2-136 (city administrator duties)
• First reading of Bill No. 6522 – ordinance amending Section 2-201 (removal of board members)

The Board of Aldermen approved the consent agenda, enacting ordinances on food truck courts, a subdivision plat, and city administrator powers. They also advanced a first reading of an ordinance amending board member removal procedures, with an amendment requiring six days' notice. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including Ordinance 2025-0005 (food truck courts), 2025-0006 (Summit at Branson Estates plat), 2025-0007 (city administrator duties) (6-0)
• Approved first reading of Bill 6522 amending board member removal procedures, as amended (6-0)
• Adopted amendment to Bill 6522 requiring six days' notice for removal agenda items (6-0)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Branson Planning Commission will review and potentially approve minutes from a previous meeting and consider two requests to amend municipal codes regarding lighting for parking lots and regulations for farmers markets.

• Approval of January 7, 2025 Planning Commission minutes
• Public hearing on municipal code amendment for parking lot lighting (Section 94-88(C))
• Public hearing on municipal code amendments for farmers markets (Chapter 94)

The Branson Planning Commission approved two municipal code amendments: one simplifying parking lot lighting standards to reduce illumination onto adjoining properties, and another updating temporary use rules for farmer's markets, including removing vendor limits and allowing them in Agricultural zoning. Both resolutions passed unanimously. The commission also approved the January 7, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Approved Resolution MC25-02 amending Section 94-88(C) on parking lot lighting (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution MC25-03 amending Chapter 94 on temporary uses and farmer's markets (unanimous)
• Approved January 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

76 Entertainment Community Improvement District

The Board of Directors will review CID financials and receive updates on project financing and easement acquisitions. Members will discuss potential additional funding for design and construction services related to a City/GRE contract.

• Review of CID financials
• Project financing update from Todd Goffoy
• Easement acquisition status and potential design, timeline, or budget changes
• Discussion on additional funding for City/GRE contract design and construction services
• Discussion regarding transportation

Tax Increment Financing Commission

The Tax Increment Financing Commission will meet to elect a chair and vice-chair and participate in a training session regarding their roles and responsibilities. The meeting is scheduled for January 29, 2025, at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers of Branson City Hall.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Training session on TIF Commission roles and responsibilities
• Meeting held at Branson City Hall, 110 W. Maddux Street

The Branson Tax Increment Financing Commission elected Cody Fenton as Chair and Greg Baker as Vice Chair, both by unanimous vote of the members present. The commission also received a training presentation on TIF roles and responsibilities. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Elected Cody Fenton as Chair (9-0, 2 absent)
• Elected Greg Baker as Vice Chair (9-0, 2 absent)

Board of Aldermen Notice of Attending

The Branson Board of Aldermen will attend a Tax Increment Financing Commission training session on January 29, 2025. The meeting is scheduled for 6:00 PM at the Council Chambers in Branson City Hall.

• Board of Aldermen attending TIF Commission training
• Meeting at Branson City Hall, 110 W. Maddux Street
• Scheduled for January 29, 2025 at 6:00 PM

Board of Aldermen Special Meeting

The Board of Aldermen will meet for a special session. The agenda consists of a closed executive session regarding personnel.

• Closed executive session pursuant to 610.021.3 RSMO for personnel

The Branson Board of Aldermen met in special session and voted unanimously to enter a closed executive session under Missouri law for personnel matters. No substantive public decisions were made; the board adjourned immediately after the closed session.

• Approved motion to enter closed executive session for personnel (5-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn meeting (6-0)

Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting

The Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding food truck courts and a final subdivision plat for The Summit at Branson Estates. The meeting also includes discussions on public safety commitments and mutual aid agreements with Taney County and the Missouri Department of Conservation.

• Bill No. 6517: Contract with Missouri Department of Conservation for mutual aid agreement
• Bill No. 6518: Intergovernmental agreement with Taney County and Taney County Sheriff's Office for emergency responses
• Bill No. 6519: Ordinance amending Chapter 94 of the municipal code regarding food truck courts
• Bill No. 6520: Final subdivision plat for The Summit at Branson Estates
• Bill No. 6521: Ordinance amending Section 2-136 regarding City Administrator powers and duties

The Board of Aldermen unanimously approved a mutual aid agreement with the Missouri Department of Conservation and an intergovernmental agreement with Taney County and the Sheriff's Office for emergency responses. They also adopted a resolution committing to public safety, authorized grant applications, and advanced ordinances on food truck courts, a subdivision plat, and city administrator duties. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Consent Agenda including minutes, disbursements, and Ordinance No. 2025-0003 (MDC mutual aid) (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-R001 committing to public safety (6-0)
• Enacted Ordinance No. 2025-0004 approving intergovernmental agreement with Taney County and Sheriff's Office (6-0)
• Approved first reading of Bill No. 6519 amending food truck court regulations (6-0)
• Approved first reading of Bill No. 6520 approving final plat for Summit at Branson Estates (6-0)
• Approved first reading of Bill No. 6521 amending city administrator duties (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-R002 authorizing grant applications (6-0)

Finance Committee Regular Meeting

The Branson Finance Committee will vote to approve its minutes from the August 28, 2024 meeting and to approve disbursements totaling $45,000 for the period July through December 2024. The committee will also receive its monthly financial reports before adjourning.

• Approve Finance Committee minutes from August 28, 2024
• Approve $45,000 in disbursements for July‑December 2024
• Review monthly financial reports

The Finance Committee approved the minutes from its August 28, 2024 regular meeting and October 29, 2024 joint meeting, and acknowledged disbursements of $45,000 and over for July through December 2024. Both motions passed unanimously. The committee also discussed monthly financial reports and future meeting improvements.

• Approved minutes from Aug 28, 2024 regular meeting and Oct 29, 2024 joint meeting (6-0)
• Acknowledged disbursements $45,000 and over for July-Dec 2024 (6-0)

Advisory Park Board Regular Meeting

The Advisory Park Board will meet to receive updates on park maintenance and infrastructure. The body will discuss the status of the campground expansion, trails, and the community asset replacement plan.

• Update on the campground expansion
• Trail update
• Update on the community asset replacement plan
• Presentation of the financial report
• Program and special event update

The Branson Advisory Park Board met on January 21, 2025, and approved the minutes from the November 19, 2024 meeting. The board received updates on the campground expansion (99% complete, ribbon cutting Feb. 28), a trails RFP for design, and a community meeting on skatepark revitalization. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved November 19, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Comprehensive Planning Committee

The committee is meeting to review the comprehensive planning process and the role of the CPC. Members will examine community characteristics and introduce a draft community survey.

• Overview of the comprehensive planning process
• Examination of community characteristics
• Introduction of draft community survey
• Scheduling of survey and next meeting

The Comprehensive Planning Committee held its first meeting, focused on introductions, an overview of the comprehensive planning process, and a review of community data. No formal decisions were made, but the committee agreed to meet next on Thursday, March 27 at 5 p.m. and to provide feedback on a draft community survey within two weeks.

• Set next meeting for Thursday, March 27 at 5 p.m.
• Agreed to submit survey feedback within two weeks

Board of Aldermen Special Meeting

The Board of Aldermen is meeting for a special session. The primary purpose of the meeting is to enter a closed executive session to discuss litigation.

• Closed executive session pursuant to 610.021.1 RSMO for litigation

The Branson Board of Aldermen held a special meeting on January 14, 2025, and voted unanimously to enter a closed executive session under Missouri law for litigation. No substantive public decisions were made; the meeting adjourned shortly after the closed session.

• Approved motion to enter closed executive session for litigation (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:52 p.m. (4-0)

Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting

The Board of Aldermen will review ordinances regarding zoning verification fees and tax increment financing bidding procedures. The body is also considering a property lease with Truelove Properties, LLC and a mutual aid agreement with the Missouri Department of Conservation.

• Bill No. 6511: Ordinance amending the fee schedule for zoning verification requests
• Bill No. 6513: Ordinance amending bidding policies for the Tax Increment Financing Commission
• Bill No. 6516: Proposed lease of city property at 120 East Oklahoma Street to Truelove Properties, LLC
• Bill No. 6517: Proposed mutual aid agreement contract with the Missouri Department of Conservation
• Appointment to the Tourism Community Enhancement District (TCED)

The Board of Aldermen approved the consent agenda, including two ordinances on zoning verification fees and TIF bidding policies, and deferred action on a lease with Truelove Properties for city property. Alex Williams was appointed to the Tourism Community Enhancement District.

• Approved consent agenda including Ordinance 2025-0001 (zoning verification fees) and 2025-0002 (TIF bidding policies) (6-0)
• Deferred action on lease with Truelove Properties for land at 120 East Oklahoma Street to a future meeting (6-0)
• Appointed Alex Williams to Tourism Community Enhancement District (6-0)

Board of Aldermen Notice of Attending

The Branson Board of Aldermen will attend a town hall meeting on Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 5:30 PM in the Council Chambers. The meeting will provide an update on the Historic Downtown Branson Streetscape Phase IV project.

• Town hall meeting on Historic Downtown Branson Streetscape Phase IV project update
• Board of Aldermen attendance scheduled for Jan 9, 2025, 5:30 PM

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The commission will vote to approve the minutes from its December 3, 2024 meeting. It will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to Chapter 94, Article IV‑Uses, Section 94‑62 to establish special use standards for a Food Truck Court. The commission will also hear a request for a final subdivision plat for The Summit at Branson Estates.

• Approve minutes for the December 3, 2024 Planning Commission meeting
• Public hearing on municipal code amendment (Chapter 94, Article IV‑Uses, Section 94‑62) for Food Truck Court special use standards
• Public hearing on a final subdivision plat for The Summit at Branson Estates

The Branson Planning Commission approved three items at its January 7, 2025 regular meeting. It approved Resolution MC25-01, amending municipal code Chapter 94 to simplify food truck court regulations, including removing minimum/maximum truck counts and certain restrictions. It also approved Resolution SD24-26 for a final subdivision plat for The Summit at Branson Estates, creating nine lots. Minutes from the December 3, 2024 meeting were approved as presented.

• Approved Resolution MC25-01 amending food truck court regulations (7-0)
• Approved Resolution SD24-26 for final subdivision plat, The Summit at Branson Estates (7-0)
• Approved minutes of December 3, 2024 regular meeting (7-0)