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Cole CountyMO averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$214,400 👤 Members & officials (5)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Bid Openings
- Dawn Cremeans — Clerk
- Matt Musselman — Clerk
Who’s on the County Commission
- Harry Otto
- Jeff Hoelscher
- Sam Bushman
Municipal budget
Total revenue$52.0M (FY2023)
Total spending$36.9M (FY2023)
Taxes$36.5M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$0 (FY2023)
Spending per resident$477 (FY2023)
Upcoming
Mon Aug 31, 2026
Bid Openings
County opens bids for property tax payment services
The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for property tax payment services for the County Collector's Office. This is a routine procurement step where bids are publicly opened and read; no award decision is made at this meeting.
- Bid 2026-15: Property tax payment services for Cole County Collector's Office
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Lexi Buechter – Purchasing Agent
(573) 634-9168
Bid Opening for the County of Cole
August 31, 2026
3:00 p.m.
2026-15: PROPERTY TAX PAYMENT SERVICES,
COLE COUNTY COLLECTOR'S OFFICE
Cole County Commission Chambers
311 E. High Street, Room 200
Jefferson City, MO 65101
Tue Sep 1, 2026
County Commission
Cole County Commission regular meeting with routine agenda
The Cole County Commission is holding its regular meeting on September 1, 2026, with a tentative agenda that includes routine items such as approval of minutes, reports, liaison reports, announcements, and comments. The only substantive item listed is a review of accounts payable under new business. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda.
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Jill LaHue – County Counselor
Jessica Bryant – Finance Director
Sheila Johnson – Human Resources Director
Lilly Kennedy – Financial Assistant
Melody Welschmeyer – Administrative Assistant
(573) 634-9110
TENTATIVE AGENDA
* Final agenda will be made available 24 hours prior to actual meeting date *
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission will
handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. COMMISSION COMMENTS
6. BIDS & CONTRACTS
7. NEW BUSINESS
-Accounts Payable Review
8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
9. NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING – Tuesday, September 8th at 9:00 a.m.
10. ADJOURNMENT
Fri Sep 4, 2026
Bid Openings
Cole County opens bids for South Brooks Drive stormwater project
The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for the South Brooks Drive Stormwater Improvements – Phase 3 project (Project No. 2019-201-1). This is a procedural step to receive contractor bids for the construction work.
- Bid opening for South Brooks Drive Stormwater Improvements – Phase 3
- Project No. 2019-201-1
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Lexi Buechter – Purchasing Agent
(573) 634-9168
Bid Opening for the County of Cole
September 4, 2026
9:00 a.m.
South Brooks Drive
Stormwater Improvements – Phase 3
Project No. 2019-201-1
Cole County Commission Chambers
311 E. High Street, Room 200
Jefferson City, MO 65101
Tue Sep 8, 2026
County Commission
Commission reviews bids, contracts, and Budget Adjustment #7
The Cole County Commission will hold a regular meeting to review administrative reports and handle new business. The agenda includes a review of accounts payable and the second and final reading of Budget Adjustment #7. Specific details for the bids and contracts section are not provided in the text.
- Review of Bids & Contracts
- Accounts Payable Review
- 2nd and Final Reading of Budget Adjustment #7
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Jill LaHue – County Counselor
Jessica Bryant – Finance Director
Sheila Johnson – Human Resources Director
Lilly Kennedy – Financial Assistant
Melody Welschmeyer – Administrative Assistant
(573) 634-9110
TENTATIVE AGENDA
* Final agenda will be made available 24 hours prior to actual meeting date *
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission will
handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. COMMISSION COMMENTS
6. BIDS & CONTRACTS
7. NEW BUSINESS
-Accounts Payable Review
-2nd and Final Reading of Budget Adjustment #7
8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
9. NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING – Tuesday, September 15th at 9:00 a.m.
10. ADJOURNMENT
Recent meetings
Wed Aug 26, 2026
Planning Committee
Planning Commission reviews three final minor subdivision plats
The Cole County Planning Commission will review three final minor subdivision plats: Hartland Homes Subdivision Sec. 2 on Rocky Hollow Rd., Barry and Dedra's Acres on Pea Ridge Rd., and Babcock Subdivision No. 2 on Rt. NN. No variances or other business are scheduled. The meeting is largely procedural, with no public hearings or major policy items.
- Final plat review: Hartland Homes Subdivision Sec. 2, Rocky Hollow Rd.
- Final plat review: Barry and Dedra's Acres, Pea Ridge Rd.
- Final plat review: Babcock Subdivision No. 2, Rt. NN
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COLE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
COLE COUNTY COURTHOUSE
311 EAST HIGH STREET
COUNTY COMMISSION CHAMBERS
JEFFERSON CITY, MO
5:15 P.M.
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
A. CALL TO ORDER AT 5:15 P.M.
B. INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS
C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING HELD – July 14, 2026
D. REVIEW OF CORRESPONDENCE – None
E. OLD BUSINESS – None
F. NEW BUSINESS - REVIEW OF PLATS –
1)
HARTLAND HOMES SUB. SEC. 2
MINOR
ROCKY HOLLOW RD.
FINAL
JOSH HARTLEY
CMPS
2)
BARRY AND DEDRA’S ACRES
MINOR
PEA RIDGE RD.
FINAL
BARRY LINDENBUSCH
CMPS
3)
BABCOCK SUBDIVISION NO. 2
MINOR
RT. NN
FINAL
KENNETH BABCOCK
OCLS
G. VARIANCES – None
H. OTHER BUSINESS – None
I. NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING - 5:15 P.M., Tuesday, September 8, 2026.
J. ADJOURNMENT
Tue Aug 25, 2026
County Commission
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Jill LaHue – County Counselor
Jessica Bryant – Finance Director
Sheila Johnson – Human Resources Director
Lilly Kennedy – Financial Assistant
Melody Welschmeyer – Administrative Assistant
(573) 634-9110
TENTATIVE AGENDA
* Final agenda will be made available 24 hours prior to actual meeting date *
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission will
handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. COMMISSION COMMENTS
6. BIDS & CONTRACTS
7. NEW BUSINESS
-Accounts Payable Review
-Public Hearing for Setting 2026 Tax Lexy
-Approving the County Tax Levy’s for 2026
-2nd and Final Reading of Budget Adjustment #5
-2nd and Final Reading of Budget Adjustment #6
8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
9. NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING – Tuesday, September 1st at 9:00 a.m.
10. ADJOURNMENT
Tue Aug 18, 2026
County Commission
Cole County Commission to review 2026 tax levy and 2027 budgets
The Cole County Commission will hold its regular meeting on August 18, 2026, starting at 8:00 a.m. The agenda includes presentations from the courts on their 2027 budget and an MU Extension program update. Commissioners will also discuss the 2026 tax levy, consider several contracts and agreements, and review accounts payable. The meeting will conclude with a closed session to discuss computer network operational information.
- Courts to present 2027 budget
- Agreement with JC Schools
- Agreement with Jefferson City Fire Department for Ladder Truck Assistance
- Republic Services Renewal Rates – Public Works
- Discussion of Tax Levy for 2026
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner Harry Otto – Western Commissioner Jill LaHue – County Counselor Jessica Bryant – Finance Director Sheila Johnson – Human Resources Director Lilly Kennedy – Financial Assistant Melody Welschmeyer – Administrative Assistant (573) 634-9110
# Agenda for the Commission of Cole County Tuesday, August 18, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission will handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER **(MEETING TO BEGIN AT 8:00 A.M.)**
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS & INVITED GUESTS -Courts to Present their 2027 Budget -MU Extension Program Update
6. COMMISSION COMMENTS
7. BIDS & CONTRACTS -Agreement with JC Schools -Agreement with Jefferson City Fire Department for Ladder Truck Assistance -Republic Services Renewal Rates – Public Works
8. NEW BUSINESS -Accounts Payable Review -Discussion of Tax Levy for 2026 -FY 2025/SFY 2027 DTF MUSTANG Drug Task Force Grant Award -2027 LAGERS Rate Announcement -Requested Increase for County Paid Mileage Rate -Discussion of Public Health and Safety Hazards at 1608 Amanda Drive
9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
10. CLOSED SESSION – Pursuant to Section 610.021 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri, the Commission will go into Closed Sessi …
Tue Aug 18, 2026
County Commission
County Commission to set 2026 tax levy, review contracts and grants
The Cole County Commission is meeting to handle administrative matters, receive reports, and discuss several key items including the 2026 tax levy, a requested increase in the county-paid mileage rate, and a public health and safety hazard at 1608 Amanda Drive. They will also consider agreements with JC Schools, the Jefferson City Fire Department for ladder truck assistance, and Republic Services renewal rates for Public Works. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss computer network operational information.
- Discussion of Tax Levy for 2026
- Requested Increase for County Paid Mileage Rate
- Agreement with JC Schools
- Agreement with Jefferson City Fire Department for Ladder Truck Assistance
- FY 2025/SFY 2027 DTF MUSTANG Drug Task Force Grant Award
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Jill LaHue – County Counselor
Jessica Bryant – Finance Director
Sheila Johnson – Human Resources Director
Lilly Kennedy – Financial Assistant
Melody Welschmeyer – Administrative Assistant
(573) 634-9110
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission will
handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (MEETING TO BEGIN AT 8:00 A.M.)
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS & INVITED GUESTS
-Courts to Present their 2027 Budget
-MU Extension Program Update
6. COMMISSION COMMENTS
7. BIDS & CONTRACTS
-Agreement with JC Schools
-Agreement with Jefferson City Fire Department for Ladder Truck Assistance
-Republic Services Renewal Rates – Public Works
8. NEW BUSINESS
-Accounts Payable Review
-Discussion of Tax Levy for 2026
-FY 2025/SFY 2027 DTF MUSTANG Drug Task Force Grant Award
-2027 LAGERS Rate Announcement
-Requested Increase for County Paid Mileage Rate
-Discussion of Public Health and Safety Hazards at 1608 Amanda Drive
9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
10. CLOSED SESSION – Pursuant to Section 610.021 of the R …
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AUGUST 18, 2026
8TH DAY OF JULY TERM
8:00 A.M.
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The
Commission will handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (MEETING TO BEGIN AT 8:00 A.M.)
The Cole County Commission met with Presiding Commissioner Sam Bushman, Eastern District
Commissioner Jeff Hoelscher, Western District Commissioner Harry Otto, Karen Scott (Self), Rose
Mary Rodeman (Self), MU Extension Elizabeth Anderson, MU Extension Youth Program Amanda
Stapp, 4-H Soren Stapp, Sheriff John Wheeler, Juvenile Court Administrator Tobie Meyer, Juvenile
Melissa Wilkinson, Circuit Clerk Mark Eichholz, Assoc. Circuit Judge Emily Fretwell, Circuit Court
Judge Cotton Walker, Circuit Court Judge Daniel Green, Assoc. Circuit Judge Joe Shetler, Circuit
Court Administrator Donna Jordan, Pre-trial Matt Duckett, Health Dept. Director Kristi Campbell,
Health Manager Jennifer Wolken, Health Dept. Environmental Joe Gassner, Health Dept.
Environmental Anon Anderson, Public Works Director Eric Landwehr, Public Administrator Ralph
Jobe, Purchasing Agent Lexi Buechter, Auditor Jay Moore, Deputy Auditor Rob Mock, HR Sheila
Johnson, Finance Director Jessica Bryant, Counselor Jill LaHue, Chief Deputy Clerk Dawn
Cremeans, present.
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
Treasurer's July 2026 Reconciliation Report
3. COMMISSIONER CO …
Tue Aug 11, 2026
County Commission
Cole County Commission to review accounts payable
The Cole County Commission will meet to handle administrative matters and review accounts payable. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Jill LaHue – County Counselor
Jessica Bryant – Finance Director
Sheila Johnson – Human Resources Director
Lilly Kennedy – Financial Assistant
Melody Welschmeyer – Administrative Assistant
(573) 634-9110
TENTATIVE AGENDA
* Final agenda will be made available 24 hours prior to actual meeting date *
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission will
handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. COMMISSION COMMENTS
6. BIDS & CONTRACTS
7. NEW BUSINESS
-Accounts Payable Review
8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
9. NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING – Tuesday, August 18th at 9:00 a.m.
10. ADJOURNMENT
Tue Aug 11, 2026
County Commission
County Commission to approve contracts, budget adjustment, and closed session
The Cole County Commission will consider routine administrative items including approval of a FY25 EMPG Subrecipient Agreement, a clinical agreement with Johnson County Ambulance District, accounts payable, a Domestic Relations Resolution Fund Award, and the first reading of Budget Adjustment #6. The meeting also includes a closed session for personnel issues as permitted by Missouri law.
- Approval of FY25 EMPG Subrecipient Agreement
- Approval of Clinical Agreement with Johnson County Ambulance District
- Accounts Payable Review
- Domestic Relations Resolution Fund Award
- 1st Reading of Budget Adjustment #6
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✓ Decided: Commission approves EMPG grant, ambulance training pact, $15K court award
The Cole County Commission approved three items: the FY 2025 Emergency Management Performance Grant subrecipient agreement, a clinical training affiliation agreement with Johnson County Ambulance District for paramedic ride-alongs, and acceptance of a $15,000 State of Missouri award for the Domestic Relations Resolution Fund. A budget adjustment for the $15,000 award received first reading but no action was taken; it will return in 10 days. The commission also entered closed session for personnel issues. Presiding Commissioner Sam Bushman was absent.
- Approved FY 2025 EMPG Subrecipient Agreement (2-0)
- Approved Clinical Training Affiliation Agreement with Johnson County Ambulance District (2-0)
- Accepted $15,000 State of Missouri award for Domestic Relations Resolution Fund (2-0)
- First reading of Budget Adjustment #6 ($15,000) for Domestic Relations Resolution Fund; no action
- Entered closed session for personnel issues (2-0)
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Jill LaHue – County Counselor
Jessica Bryant – Finance Director
Sheila Johnson – Human Resources Director
Lilly Kennedy – Financial Assistant
Melody Welschmeyer – Administrative Assistant
(573) 634-9110
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission will
handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. COMMISSION COMMENTS
6. BIDS & CONTRACTS
-Approval and signing of FY25 EMPG Subrecipient Agreement
-Approval and Signing of Clinical Agreement with Johnson County Ambulance
District
7. NEW BUSINESS
-Accounts Payable Review
-Domestic Relations Resolution Fund Award
-1st Reading of Budget Adjustment #6
8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
9. CLOSED SESSION - Pursuant to Section 610.021 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri,
The Commission will go into Closed Session to discuss the following:
Personnel Issues [Section 610.021(3)]
Personnel Issues [Section 610.021(13)]
10. NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING – Tuesday, August 18th at 9:00 a.m.
11. ADJOURNMENT
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AUGUST 11, 2026
7TH DAY OF JULY TERM
9:00 A.M.
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission
will handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
The Cole County Commission met with Presiding Commissioner Sam Bushman (Absent), Eastern
District Commissioner Jeff Hoelscher, Western District Commissioner Harry Otto, Judge Emily
Fretwell, Judge Dan Green, Circuit Court Donna Jordan, EMS Chief Eric Hoy, Purchasing Agent Lexi
Buechter, Auditor Jay Moore, HR Sheila Johnson, Finance Director Jessica Bryant, Counselor Jill
LaHue, Chief Deputy Clerk Dawn Cremeans, present.
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
Collector's July 2026 Fees
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
The Assessor's office is beginning field work for the 2027 countywide residential reassessment.
There will be field inspectors in the area doing field work as part of the normal reassessment
process. This is to ensure property records are as accurate and up-to-date as possible.
5. COMMISSION COMMENTS
6. BIDS & CONTRACTS
MOTION:
Commissioner Otto made a motion to sign the FY 2025 Emergency Management Performance
Grant (EMPG) Subrecipient Agreement. Commissioner Hoelscher seconded the motion. The
motion passed by a vote of: Commissioner Hoelscher (Yes), Commissioner …
Wed Aug 5, 2026
County Commission
Cole County Commission holds meeting on August 5, 2026
The Commission will meet to handle administrative matters and review accounts payable. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Jill LaHue – County Counselor
Jessica Bryant – Finance Director
Sheila Johnson – Human Resources Director
Lilly Kennedy – Financial Assistant
Melody Welschmeyer – Administrative Assistant
(573) 634-9110
TENTATIVE AGENDA
* Final agenda will be made available 24 hours prior to actual meeting date *
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission will
handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. COMMISSION COMMENTS
6. BIDS & CONTRACTS
7. NEW BUSINESS
-Accounts Payable Review
8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
9. NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING – Tuesday, August 11th at 9:00 a.m.
10. ADJOURNMENT
Wed Aug 5, 2026
County Commission
Commission to discuss tax levy recoupment rates and budget adjustment
The County Commission will consider several contract renewals, including inmate food service and a drainage improvement project, and discuss tax levy recoupment rates. A first reading of Budget Adjustment #5 is also on the agenda.
- Accurate Controls 2026 Service Agreement Renewal
- Renewal 1 of Inmate Food Service
- Renewal 2 of Prenger Food Products
- Approval & Signing of Contract for Binder Park Drainage Improvement
- Discussion and Approval of Tax Levy Recoupment Rates
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✓ Decided: Cole County approves $174,439 Binder Park drainage contract
The commission approved several contracts and renewals, including a $174,439.80 construction contract for Binder Park drainage improvements, a $89,975.39 service agreement with Accurate Controls, and renewals for inmate food service and other food contracts. They also approved an asphalt overlay change order, tax levy recoupment rates, and accounts payable. A budget adjustment for the Law Enforcement Fund was introduced but not acted on.
- Approved $89,975.39 service agreement renewal with Accurate Controls (3-0)
- Approved renewal of Inmate Food Service Program with Trinity Services Group (3-0)
- Approved 2nd renewal of Prenger Food Products with Kohl Wholesale (3-0)
- Approved $174,439.80 construction contract for Binder Park Drainage Improvements (3-0)
- Approved $8,712.00 Zimmer Contract (3-0)
- Approved Accounts Payable (2-0-1 abstention)
- Approved $69,837.60 Asphalt Overlay Program Change Order #1 (3-0)
- Approved Tax Levy Recoupment Rate for General and Road & Bridge (3-0)
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Jill LaHue – County Counselor
Jessica Bryant – Finance Director
Sheila Johnson – Human Resources Director
Lilly Kennedy – Financial Assistant
Melody Welschmeyer – Administrative Assistant
(573) 634-9110
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission will
handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. COMMISSION COMMENTS
6. BIDS & CONTRACTS
-Accurate Controls 2026 Service Agreement Renewal
-Renewal 1 of Inmate Food Service
-Renewal 2 of Prenger Food Products
-Approval & Signing of Contract for Binder Park Drainage Improvement
-Approval & Signing of Zimmer Contract
7. NEW BUSINESS
-Accounts Payable Review
-Approval & Signing of Change Order #1 – 2026 Asphalt Overlay Program
-Discussion and Approval of Tax Levy Recoupment Rates
-1st Reading of Budget Adjustment #5
8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
9. CLOSED SESSION – Pursuant to Section 610.021 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri,
the Commission will go into Closed Session to discuss the following:
Legal Actions [Section 610.021(1)]
10. NEXT SCHED …
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AUGUST 5, 2026
6TH DAY OF JULY TERM
9:00 A.M.
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The
Commission will handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
The Cole County Commission met with Presiding Commissioner Sam Bushman, Eastern District
Commissioner Jeff Hoelscher, Western District Commissioner Harry Otto, Sheriff John Wheeler,
EMS Chief Eric Hoy, Prenger Family Center Melissa Wilkinson, Collector Larry Vincent, Public
Works Engineer Matt Prenger, Purchasing Agent Lexi Buechter, Auditor Jay Moore, HR Sheila
Johnson, Finance Director Jessica Bryant, Counselor Jill LaHue, Chief Deputy Clerk Dawn
Cremeans, present.
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
County Clerk's July 2026 Fees
Recorder's July 2026 Fees
Auditor's July 2026 Revenue & Expenditure Report
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. COMMISSION COMMENTS
6. BIDS & CONTRACTS
MOTION:
Commissioner Otto made a motion to sign the 2026 Service Agreement Renewal with Accurate
Controls for the amount of $89,975.39. Commissioner Hoelscher seconded the motion. The
motion passed by a vote of: Commissioner Bushman (Yes), Commissioner Hoelscher (Yes),
Commissioner Otto (Yes).
MOTION:
Commissioner Hoelscher made a motion to renew the Inmate Food Service Program with
Trinity Services Gro …
Fri Jul 31, 2026
Bid Openings
Bid opening for the Binder Park Drainage Improvement project
The Cole County Commission will hold a bid opening at 9:00 a.m. on July 31, 2026. The meeting will consider bids for the Binder Park Drainage Improvement (Project #2026-201-1). No other agenda items are listed.
- Bid opening for Binder Park Drainage Improvement (Project #2026-201-1)
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✓ Decided: Bids opened for Binder Park Drainage Improvement project
Bids were received and opened for the Binder Park Drainage Improvement project (#2026-201-1). Public Works will process the submitted bids. No contract was awarded during this meeting.
- Opened bids for Binder Park Drainage Improvement: TB Dozing & Excavation ($174,439.80), GWH Landscape Contracting ($200,582.14), Courtney Construction ($286,277.60), and All Seasons Landscaping & Construction ($335,697.00)
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Lexi Buechter – Purchasing Agent
(573) 634-91 68
Bid Opening for the County of Cole
July 31 , 2026
9 :00 a .m.
Binder Park Drainage Improvement
(Project #2026-201-1)
Cole County Commission Chambers
311 E. High Street, Room 200
Jefferson City, MO 65101
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JULY 31, 2026
5TH DAY OF JULY TERM
9:00 A.M.
Commission adjourned at 4:30 p.m.
________________________ ________________________ _________________________
Presiding Commissioner Eastern District Commissioner Western District Commissioner
Bid Opening for the County of Cole
June 17, 2026
3:00 p.m.
Present:
Courtney Construction Brooke Rogers, TB Dozing & Excavation Sheila Williams, Public Works
Director Eric Landwehr, Public Works Engineer Matt Prenger, Chief Deputy County Clerk Dawn
Cremeans.
Bid(s) were received and opened for Binder Park Drainage Improvement. Project #2026-201-1.
Bidder(s) were:
Courtney Construction - $286,277.60
GWH Landscape Contracting - $200,582.14
TB Dozing & Excavation - $174,439.80
All Seasons Landscaping & Construction - $335,697.00
Public Works will process the bids.
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Tue Jul 28, 2026
County Commission
Cole County Commission to meet July 28, 2026
The Commission will meet to handle administrative matters and review accounts payable. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Jill LaHue – County Counselor
Jessica Bryant – Finance Director
Sheila Johnson – Human Resources Director
Lilly Kennedy – Financial Assistant
Melody Welschmeyer – Administrative Assistant
(573) 634-9110
TENTATIVE AGENDA
* Final agenda will be made available 24 hours prior to actual meeting date *
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission will
handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. COMMISSION COMMENTS
6. BIDS & CONTRACTS
7. NEW BUSINESS
-Accounts Payable Review
8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
9. NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING – Wednesday, August 5th at 9:00 a.m.
10. ADJOURNMENT
Tue Jul 28, 2026
County Commission
Commission to vote on tax levy recoupment rates and emergency siren repair
The Cole County Commission will meet to appoint members to the Planning Commission and Careleave Committee. The body will consider several contract renewals and the emergency repair of the Taos outdoor warning siren. Members will also discuss tax levy recoupment rates.
- Approval of emergency repair of Taos Outdoor Warning Siren
- Discussion and approval of Tax Levy Recoupment Rates
- Appointments of Heather Master and Adam Boessen to the Cole County Planning Commission
- Approval of MODHSS Grant ERS04526022 for FFY 2027 WIC Local Agency Nutrition Services
- Renewal of Sheriff Department Fleet Maintenance and Prisoner Transportation Services
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✓ Decided: Commission approves $45,634 emergency siren repair and several board appointments
The Cole County Commission approved an emergency repair for the Taos Outdoor Warning siren and several contract renewals. The board appointed new members to the Planning Commission and Careleave Committee. Discussion on Tax Levy Recoupment rates was tabled.
- Approved $45,634 emergency repair of Taos Outdoor Warning siren (3-0)
- Appointed Heather Master to Planning Commission, Clark Township (3-0)
- Appointed Adam Boessen to Planning Commission, Osage Township (3-0)
- Appointed Katy Christiansen and reappointed Tobie Meyer and Tamara Garber to Careleave Committee (3-0)
- Renewed janitorial supplies contract with Hillyard (3-0)
- Renewed Sheriff Department Fleet Maintenance with Big O Tires and Donnie Braun & Sons (3-0)
- Approved WIC Local Agency Nutrition Services contract with Cole County Health Dept (3-0)
- Renewed Prisoner Transportation Services with SMOJS (3-0)
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Jill LaHue – County Counselor
Jessica Bryant – Finance Director
Sheila Johnson – Human Resources Director
Lilly Kennedy – Financial Assistant
Melody Welschmeyer – Administrative Assistant
(573) 634-9110
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission will
handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS & INVITED GUESTS
-Carla Malone Steck to Discuss the Importance of Published Standards and
Governing Document
6. APPOINTMENTS BY COMMISSION
-Appointment of Heather Master to Cole County Planning Commission (Clark
Township)
-Appointment of Adam Boessen, to Cole County Planning Commission (Osage
Township)
-Appointment of Katy Christiansen to the Careleave Committee
-Reappointment of Tobie Meyer to the Careleave Committee
-Reappointment of Tamara Garber to the Careleave Committee
7. COMMISSION COMMENTS
8. BIDS & CONTRACTS
-Renewal 5 of Janitorial Supplies
-Renewal 1 of Sheriff Department Fleet Maintenance
-Approval & Signing of MODHSS - Grant - ERS04526022 - FFY 2027 WIC Local
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JULY 28, 2026
4TH DAY OF JULY TERM
9:00 A.M.
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission will
handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
The Cole County Commission met with Presiding Commissioner Sam Bushman, Eastern District
Commissioner Jeff Hoelscher, Western District Commissioner Harry Otto, Carla M Steck, Sheriff John
Wheeler, Maintenance Director Greg Camp, Health Director Kristi Campbell, Collector Larry Vincent, EMS
Chief Eric Hoy, Public Works Director Eric Landwehr, Public Works Engineer Matt Prenger, Purchasing
Agent Lexi Buechter, Auditor Jay Moore, HR Sheila Johnson, Finance Director Jessica Bryant, Counselor Jill
LaHue, Chief Deputy Clerk Dawn Cremeans, present.
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS & INVITED GUESTS
Carla Malone Steck spoke regarding the importance of published standards and governing documents
She provided four exhibits.
6. APPOINTMENTS BY COMMISSION
MOTION:
Commissioner Otto made a motion to appoint Heather Master to the Cole County Planning Commission
(Clark Township). Commissioner Hoelscher seconded the motion. The motion passed by a vote of:
Commissioner Bushman (Yes), Commissioner Hoelscher (Yes), Commis …
Tue Jul 21, 2026
County Commission
Update on new Juvenile Center and contract signings on agenda
The Cole County Commission will meet to consider routine administrative matters, receive an update on the new Juvenile Center, and act on contracts including a sole-source contract with The Knox Company and a purchase of network switches from Huber & Associates. The meeting also includes a closed session for personnel issues.
- Update on new Juvenile Center
- Signing of sole-source contract with The Knox Company
- Discussion of network switches purchase from Huber & Associates
- Accounts payable review
- Closed session for personnel issues under Section 610.021(13)
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✓ Decided: Cole County Commission approves $174,763 purchase for network switches
The Commission approved the purchase of Cisco Switches from Huber & Associates and a sole source request from Knox Company. Accounts payable were approved upon review. The board also entered a closed session to discuss personnel issues.
- Approved purchase of Cisco Switches from Huber & Associates for $174,763.48 (3-0)
- Approved Knox Company Sole Source Request Form and purchase (3-0)
- Approved Accounts Payable upon review (2-0-1)
- Approved motion to enter closed session for personnel issues (3-0)
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Jill LaHue – County Counselor
Jessica Bryant – Finance Director
Sheila Johnson – Human Resources Director
Lilly Kennedy – Financial Assistant
Melody Welschmeyer – Administrative Assistant
(573) 634-9110
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission will
handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS & INVITED GUESTS
-Update on New Juvenile Center
6. COMMISSION COMMENTS
7. BIDS & CONTRACTS
-Signing of The Knox Company Sole Source
8. NEW BUSINESS
-Accounts Payable Review
-Discussion of Network Switches Purchase from Huber & Associates
-BOARD OF EQUALIZATION (1:15 p.m.)
9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
10. CLOSED SESSION – Pursuant to Section 610.021 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri,
the Commission will go into Closed Session to discuss the following:
Personnel Issues [Section 610.021(13)]
11. NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING – Tuesday, July 28th at 9:00 a.m.
12. ADJOURNMENT
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JULY 21, 2026
3RD DAY OF JULY TERM
9:00 A.M.
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The
Commission will handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
The Cole County Commission met with Presiding Commissioner Sam Bushman, Eastern District
Commissioner Jeff Hoelscher, Western District Commissioner Harry Otto, Sheriff's office Aaron
Bolinger, Nabholz Mitchell Fuemmeler, The Architects Alliance Curtis Goben, Prenger Family
Center Melissa Wilkinson, EMS Chief Eric Hoy, Public Works Director Eric Landwehr, IS Director
Brian Ridenhour, HR Sheila Johnson, Auditor Jay Moore, Purchasing Agent Lexi Buechter, Finance
Director Jessica Bryant, Counselor Jill LaHue, Chief Deputy Clerk Dawn Cremeans, present.
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
Collector's June 2026 Fees
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
St. Joseph Cathedral is having a Fish fry Friday, July 24th at 4:00 pm. City of St. Martins is hosting
a double celebration at Niekamp Park on Saturday, July 25th from 12:00 - 3:00 p.m.
5. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS & INVITED GUESTS
Mitch Fuemmeler gave an update on the new Cole County Juvenile Center. He provided a slide-
show presentation of the progress of the construction.
6. COMMISSION COMMENTS
7. BIDS & CONTRACTS
MOTION:
Commissio …
Tue Jul 21, 2026
County Commission
Juvenile Center update presented to County Commission
The Cole County Commission will receive an update on the New Juvenile Center, sign a sole-source contract with The Knox Company, review accounts payable, and convene the Board of Equalization. A closed session is scheduled for personnel issues. The meeting includes routine administrative matters and commissioner reports.
- Update on New Juvenile Center
- Signing of The Knox Company sole source contract
- Accounts Payable Review
- Board of Equalization at 1:15 p.m.
- Closed session for personnel issues under RSMo 610.021(13)
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Jill LaHue – County Counselor
Jessica Bryant – Finance Director
Sheila Johnson – Human Resources Director
Lilly Kennedy – Financial Assistant
Melody Welschmeyer – Administrative Assistant
(573) 634-9110
REVISED
TENTATIVE AGENDA
* Final agenda will be made available 24 hours prior to actual meeting date *
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission will
handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS & INVITED GUESTS
-Update on New Juvenile Center
6. COMMISSION COMMENTS
7. BIDS & CONTRACTS
-Signing of The Knox Company Sole Source
8. NEW BUSINESS
-Accounts Payable Review
-BOARD OF EQUALIZATION (1:15 p.m.)
9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
10. CLOSED SESSION – Pursuant to Section 610.021 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri,
the Commission will go into Closed Session to discuss the following:
Personnel Issues [Section 610.021(13)]
11. NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING – Tuesday, July 28th at 9:00 a.m.
12. ADJOURNMENT
Thu Jul 16, 2026
Traffic & Safety Advisory Board
Board considers multiple stop sign requests on Summerfield Drive
The Traffic and Safety Advisory Board will review a citizen request for a stop sign at Summerfield Drive at Summerbrook Court/Summerbrook Drive, and staff requests for stop signs at Summerfield Court at Summerfield Drive and at Morning Glory Court at Summerfield Drive. The meeting also includes routine items such as adoption of the agenda, approval of minutes from the April 30, 2026 meeting, public comment, and setting the next meeting date.
- Citizen request: stop sign on Summerfield Drive at Summerbrook Court/Summerbrook Drive
- Staff request: stop sign on Summerfield Court at Summerfield Drive
- Staff request: stop sign on Morning Glory Court at Summerfield Drive
- Adoption of agenda
- Approval of minutes from April 30, 2026 meeting
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Road and Bridge (573) 636-3614
Fax (573) 636-8389
This announcement is in accordance with Sec. 610.011 of the Mi ssouri Sunshine Law. A copy of this notice is a lso
available online at www.colecounty.org. If you require a copy of this notice please contact the Cole County Public
Works office at 573-636-3614 or by email at swolken@colecounty.org.
5055 Monticello Road
Jefferson City, MO 65109-9182
Cole County Traffic and Safety Advisory Board
July 16, 2026 - 8:00am
Cole County Fire Protection District
5206 Monticello Rd.
Jefferson City, MO 65109
Revised Tentative Agenda
1. Call to order, roll call and determination of a quorum.
2. Introduction of members and attendees
3. Adoption of agenda as printed or amended
4. Approval of minutes from previous meeting (April 30, 2026)
5. Citizen Request
• Stop Sign on Summerfield Drive at Summerbrook Court/Summerbrook Drive
6. Staff Request
• Stop Sign on Summerfield Court at Summerfield Drive
• Stop Sign on Morning Glory Court at Summerfield Drive
7. Public Comment
8. Next regular meeting date – October 15, 2026
9. Adjournment
Tue Jul 14, 2026
County Commission
Commission to approve grant subawards, reappoint Otto
The Cole County Commission will consider reappointing Harry Otto to the Mid-Missouri Regional Planning Commission and approving Homeland Security Grant subawards. Other agenda items include accounts payable review, election judge pay, an HMV grant adjustment, and a closed session for real estate and personnel matters.
- Reappointment of Harry Otto to Mid-Missouri Regional Planning Commission
- Approval and signing of Homeland Security Grant Subawards
- Election Judge Pay discussion
- HMV Grant Adjustment
- Closed session for real estate and personnel issues
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✓ Decided: Commission approves election judge pay, grants, appointments
The Cole County Commission approved several items, including raising election judge pay to meet minimum wage requirements, accepting Homeland Security Grant subawards, and making appointments to regional boards. All votes were unanimous, with one abstention on the reappointment of Harry Otto. The commission also entered closed session to discuss real estate and personnel issues.
- Reappointed Harry Otto to Mid-Missouri Regional Planning Commission (2-0, Otto abstained)
- Approved and signed Homeland Security Grant Subawards (3-0)
- Approved election judge pay at minimum wage and mileage over 10 miles (3-0)
- Approved Sam Docusigning the HMV Grant Adjustment (3-0)
- Appointed Luke Holtschneider, Tom Hensen, and Trent Bax to Show-Me Homeownership Assistance Corporation (3-0)
- Entered closed session for real estate and personnel (3-0)
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Jill LaHue – County Counselor
Jessica Bryant – Finance Director
Sheila Johnson – Human Resources Director
Lilly Kennedy – Financial Assistant
Melody Welschmeyer – Administrative Assistant
(573) 634-9110
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission will
handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. APPOINTMENTS BY COMMISSION
-Reappointment of Harry Otto to Mid-Missouri Regional Planning Commission
6. COMMISSION COMMENTS
7. BIDS & CONTRACTS
-Approval and Signing of Homeland Security Grant Subawards
8. NEW BUSINESS
-Accounts Payable Review
-Election Judge Pay
-HMV Grant Adjustment
9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
10. CLOSED SESSION – Pursuant to Section 610.021 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri,
the Commission will go into Closed Session to discuss the following:
Real Estate [Section 610.021(2)]
Personnel Issues [Section 610.021(13)]
11. NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING – Tuesday, July 21st at 9:00 a.m.
12. ADJOURNMENT
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JULY 14, 2026
2ND DAY OF JULY TERM
9:00 A.M.
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted.
The Commission will handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
The Cole County Commission met with Presiding Commissioner Sam Bushman, Eastern District
Commissioner Jeff Hoelscher, Western District Commissioner Harry Otto, Sheriff John Wheeler, EMS Chief
Eric Hoy, EMS Mac Kennedy, HR Sheila Johnson, Auditor Jay Moore, Purchasing Agent Lexi Buechter,
Finance Director Jessica Bryant, Counselor Jill LaHue, Chief Deputy Clerk Dawn Cremeans, present.
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
Treasurer's June 2026 Reconciliation Report
Sheriff's June 2026 Fees
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
St. Stanislaus Picnic in Wardsville is Sunday July 19th.
5. APPOINTMENTS BY COMMISSION
MOTION:
Commissioner Hoelscher made a motion to reappointment Harry Otto to the Mid-Missouri Regional
Planning Commission. Commissioner Bushman seconded the motion. The motion passed by a vote of:
Commissioner Bushman (Yes), Commissioner Hoelscher (Yes), Commissioner Otto (Abstain).
6. COMMISSION COMMENTS
7. BIDS & CONTRACTS
MOTION:
Commissioner Hoelscher made a motion to approve and sign the Homeland Security Grant Subawards.
Commissioner Otto seconded the motion. The motion passed …
Tue Jul 7, 2026
County Commission
Commission to review stormwater projects and approve multiple service contracts
The Cole County Commission will receive a presentation on the Binder Lake Watershed Improvement Study and future stormwater projects. The body is also considering several contracts for medical services, 911 assessment, and public works expansion.
- Binder Lake Watershed Improvement Study and Future Stormwater Control Projects presentation
- Year 2 Service Contract with Hamilton Medical
- Professional Services Contract with Tusa for the 911 Strategic Assessment Study
- Contract for Public Works Shop Expansion
- On-Site Maintenance Agreement with Renew Biomedical
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✓ Decided: Cole County Commission approves several service contracts and equipment purchases
The Commission approved multiple service contracts for medical, 911, and public works projects. Additionally, the board authorized purchases for ADA compliant equipment and a scale.
- Signed MOU between Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services and Cole County Health Department (3-0)
- Approved Year 2 Service Contract with Hamilton Medical for $13,156.00 (3-0)
- Approved BioMedical renewal for Infusion Pump and IV Service for $3,520.00 (3-0)
- Approved Tusa Professional Services Contract for 911 Strategic Assessment Study (3-0)
- Signed Verslues Construction Co. contract for Public Works Shop Expansion (3-0)
- Approved Accounts Payable pending review (3-0)
- Approved purchase of ADA compliant equipment for $1,123.50 (3-0)
- Approved purchase of a scale for $3,550.00 (3-0)
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Jill LaHue – County Counselor
Jessica Bryant – Finance Director
Sheila Johnson – Human Resources Director
Lilly Kennedy – Financial Assistant
Melody Welschmeyer – Administrative Assistant
(573) 634-9110
REVISED
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwis e noted. The Commission will
handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1.
CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
2.
MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS AND INVITED GUESTS
-Presentation from Public Works on Binder Lake Watershed Improvement Study
and Future Stormwater Control Projects
6. COMMISSION COMMENTS
7. BIDS & CONTRACTS
-Approval and Signing of Vital Records MOU
-Approval and Signing of Year 2 Service Contract with Hamilton Medical
-Approval of On-Site Maintenance Agreement with Renew Biomedical
-Approval of Professional Services Contract with Tusa for the 911 Strategic
Assessment Study
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Signing of Contract for Public Works Shop Expansion
8. NEW BUSINESS
-Accounts Payable Review
-ADA Compliance Update on Document Remediation
-Discussion of ADA Compliant Equipment for Health Dept
9. UNFINISHED …
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JULY 7, 2026
1ST DAY OF JULY TERM
9:00 A.M.
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission
will handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
The Cole County Commission met with Presiding Commissioner Sam Bushman, Eastern District
Commissioner Jeff Hoelscher, Western District Commissioner Harry Otto, Barr Engineering Craig
Bunger and Ed Galbraith, Jefferson City School District Wesley Schulte, Health Director Kristi
Campbell, Public Works Director Eric Landwehr, Sheriff John Wheeler, EMS Chief Eric Hoy, HR
Sheila Johnson, Auditor Jay Moore, Purchasing Agent Lexi Buechter, Finance Director Jessica
Bryant, Counselor Jill LaHue, Chief Deputy Clerk Dawn Cremeans, present.
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
County Clerk's June 2026 Fees
Recorder's June 2026 Fees
Auditor's June 2026 Revenue & Expenditure Report
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Reading of the Declaration of Independence is tomorrow, July 8th at 5:00 p.m.
Brazito-Honey Creek is having their annual community fireworks event this Saturday, July 11th.
Russellville is having their Independence Day Celebration this Saturday, July 11th.
The St. Martin's Parish picnic is Sunday, July 12th.
The Cole County United Way Fundraiser golf tournament is Monday, July 13th.
5. PRESENTA …
Tue Jun 30, 2026
County Commission
Commission approves William Woods tuition discount agreement
The Cole County Commission will consider several staff presentations and contract approvals. Items include a presentation of the 2025 audit report, discussion of shop expansion bid results, and approval of a sole‑source advertisement for The Knox Company. The commission will also approve and sign the William Woods tuition discount agreement and support documents for West Green Enterprises LLC's housing development application.
- Presentation of the County’s 2025 Audit Report by Williams Keepers
- Discussion on Shop Expansion Bid Opening Results
- Approval to run Sole Source Ad for The Knox Company
- Approval and Signing of William Woods Tuition Discount Agreement
- Approval of Support Documents for West Green Enterprises LLC Application to Missouri Housing Development Commission
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✓ Decided: Commission approves audit, construction bid, and university tuition agreement
The Commission accepted the 2025 audited financial statements and ordered their publication. They also awarded a $2,620,000 construction bid to Verslues Construction Co. and approved a tuition discount agreement with William Woods University.
- Accepted 2025 audit presented by Williams Keepers (3-0)
- Ordered publication of the Financial Statement in local newspaper (3-0)
- Awarded bid to Verslues Construction Co. for $2,620,000 (3-0)
- Approved sole source advertisement for The Knox Company (3-0)
- Approved William Woods University Tuition Discount Agreement (3-0)
- Approved support documents for West Green Enterprises LLC MHDC application (3-0)
- Appointed Luke Holtschneider, Tom Hensen, and Trent Bax to Show-Me Homeownership Assistance Corporation (3-0)
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Jill LaHue – County Counselor
Jessica Bryant – Finance Director
Sheila Johnson – Human Resources Director
Lilly Kennedy – Financial Assistant
Melody Welschmeyer – Administrative Assistant
(573) 634-9110
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission will
handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS AND INVITED GUESTS
-Presentation of the County’s 2025 Audit Report by Williams Keepers
6. COMMISSION COMMENTS
7. PROCLAMATIONS
-Retirement Proclamation – Pat Case (27 years)
8. BIDS & CONTRACTS
-Discussion on Shop Expansion Bid Opening Results
-Approval to run Sole Source Ad for The Knox Company
-Approval and Signing of William Woods Tuition Discount Agreement
9. NEW BUSINESS
-Accounts Payable Review
-Signing of 2025 Audit Management Representation Letter
-Approval of Support Documents for West Green Enterprises LLC Application to
Missouri Housing Development Commission
-Discussion of JC Representative for Show-Me Homeownership Assistance
Corporation
10 …
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JUNE 30, 2026
19TH DAY OF APRIL TERM
9:00 A.M.
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The
Commission will handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
The Cole County Commission met with Presiding Commissioner Sam Bushman, Eastern District
Commissioner Jeff Hoelscher, Western District Commissioner Harry Otto, Williams-Keepers Ashley
Brondel, William Woods University Kathy Groves, The Architects Alliance Chris Neff and Curtis
Goben, Home Perk Josh Kaplan, JCREP Luke Holtschneider, Public Works Director Eric Landwehr,
Public Works Pat Case, Shannon Kliethermes, Matt Prenger and Tyler Clark, Recorder Judy
Ridgeway, Sheriff John Wheeler, Auditor Jay Moore, Purchasing Lexi Buechter, Finance Director
Jessica Bryant, Counselor Jill LaHue, Chief Deputy Clerk Dawn Cremeans, present.
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Salute to America starts Friday, July 3rd. Festivities are held at Capital Region Amphitheater.
On Saturday, July 4th festivities will be held Downtown.
On Wednesday, July 8th at 5:00 p.m., there will be a reading of the Declaration of Independence at
our monuments.
5. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS AND INVITED GUESTS
Ashley Brondel presented the County’s 2025 Summary Report for year end …
Wed Jun 24, 2026
County Commission
Commission holds statue dedication for county's 250th
The Cole County Commission is meeting for a statue dedication ceremony on the courthouse lawn to mark the county's 250th anniversary. No other business is scheduled.
- Statue dedication at Courthouse Lawn, corner of High and Monroe Streets, Jefferson City
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Jill LaHue – County Counselor
Jessica Bryant – Finance Director
Sheila Johnson – Human Resources Director
Lilly Kennedy – Financial Assistant
Melody Welschmeyer – Administrative Assistant
(573) 634-9110
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Cole County’s 250th Committee
Statue Dedication
9:30 a.m.
Courthouse Lawn
Corner of High and Monroe Streets
Jefferson City, Missouri
Tue Jun 23, 2026
County Commission
Cole County Commission to review insurance and battery replacement contracts
The Commission will consider the renewal of student insurance with HPSO and a battery replacement proposal from Outdoor Warning Consulting LLC. Members will also discuss a tax sale surplus claim and review accounts payable.
- Student Insurance Renewal with HPSO
- Batterie Replacement Proposal with Outdoor Warning Consulting LLC
- Tax Sale Surplus Claim discussion
- FY25/26 GEMT Representation Letter approval
- Closed session regarding communication with the auditor
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✓ Decided: Commission renews student insurance, approves payments and tax surplus check
The Cole County Commission unanimously approved renewing student insurance with NSO at $1,120, paying $12,670 to Outdoor Warning Consulting LLC for battery replacement, and approving accounts payable pending review. It also approved issuing a $13,869.06 tax sale surplus check to Sheldon Gentry Inc. as recommended by the Collector, and signed the FY25/26 GEMT Representation Letter. The commission entered closed session to discuss auditor communications.
- Renewed Student Insurance with NSO at $1,120 (3-0)
- Approved $12,670 payment to Outdoor Warning Consulting LLC for battery replacement (3-0)
- Approved Accounts Payable pending review (3-0)
- Approved $13,869.06 tax sale surplus disbursement to Sheldon Gentry Inc. (3-0)
- Approved and signed FY25/26 GEMT Representation Letter (3-0)
- Entered closed session under Section 610.021(18) (3-0)
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Jill LaHue – County Counselor
Jessica Bryant – Finance Director
Sheila Johnson – Human Resources Director
Lilly Kennedy – Financial Assistant
Melody Welschmeyer – Administrative Assistant
(573) 634-9110
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission will
handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. COMMISSION COMMENTS
6. BIDS & CONTRACTS
-Approval and Signing Student Insurance Renewal with HPSO
-Approval of Batterie Replacement Proposal with Outdoor Warning
Consulting LLC
7. NEW BUSINESS
-Accounts Payable Review
-Discussion of Tax Sale Surplus Claim
8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
-Approval and Signing of the FY25/26 GEMT Representation Letter
9. CLOSED SESSION – Pursuant to Section 610.021 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri,
the Commission will go into Closed Session to discuss the following:
Communication between Public Body and its Auditor [Section
610.021(18)]
10. NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING – Tuesday, June 30th at 9:00 a.m.
11. ADJOURNMENT
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JUNE 23, 2026
18TH DAY OF APRIL TERM
9:00 A.M.
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission
will handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
The Cole County Commission met with Presiding Commissioner Sam Bushman, Eastern District
Commissioner Jeff Hoelscher, Western District Commissioner Harry Otto, Williams-Keepers Amanda
Schultz, Ashley Brondel and Hannah Reeves, Jon Stambaugh (self), Collector Larry Vincent, EMS Chief
Eric Hoy, Auditor Jay Moore, Chief Auditor Rob Mock, Purchasing Agent Lexi Buechter, HR Sheila
Johnson, Finance Director Jessica Bryant, Counselor Jill LaHue, Chief Deputy Clerk Dawn Cremeans,
present.
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Tomorrow morning at 9:30, a statue will be dedicated at the Court House. If it's raining, it will be
moved to St. Joseph Cathedral Undercroft.
Saturday June 27th, Taos is having a SkyFest for America's 250th Celebration.
Sunday June 28th, Lohman is having their 250th Festival.
5. COMMISSION COMMENTS
6. BIDS & CONTRACTS
MOTION:
Commissioner Otto made a motion to renew the Student Insurance with NSO at a cost of $1,120.
Commissioner Hoelscher seconded the motion. The motion passed by a vote of: Commissioner
Bushman (Yes), Commission …
Wed Jun 17, 2026
Bid Openings
Bid opening for Cole County Public Works shop project
The Cole County Commission is opening bids for Project #2422, the Public Works Shop Addition and Renovation. No other business is on the agenda.
- Project #2422 – Cole County Public Works Shop Addition and Renovation
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✓ Decided: Bids opened for Cole County Public Works Shop addition and renovation
Seven bids were received and opened for Project #2422, the Cole County Public Works Shop Addition and Renovation. The bids will be compiled for submission to the county for a future recommendation.
- Received seven bids for Project #2422
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Lexi Buechter – Purchasing Agent
(573) 634-9168
Bid Opening for the County of Cole
June 17, 2026
3:00 p.m.
Project #2422 – Cole County Public Works
Shop Addition and Renovation
Cole County Commission Chambers
311 E. High Street, Room 200
Jefferson City, MO 65101
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JUNE 17, 2026 BID OPENING
17TH DAY OF APRIL TERM
9:00 A.M.
Bid Opening for the County of Cole
June 17, 2026
3:00 p.m.
Present:
Public Works Director Eric Landwehr, Public Works Engineer Matt Prenger, Public Works Tyler
Clark, Verslues Construction Kim McDaniel, Five Oaks Assoc. Colie Payne, Prost Builders Amber
Stevens, GBH Builders Alan Smith, The Architects Alliance Chris Neff and Curtis Goben, Little
Dixie Construction Kale Dempsey and Graham Boeckmann, Reinhardt Construction Kevin
Harvey, Wright Construction Tyler Johnson, Deputy County Clerk Matt Musselman.
Bid(s) were received and opened for Project #2422 - Cole County Public Works Shop Addition
and Renovation.
Bidder(s) were:
Bidders Base Bid Unit 1 Unit 2 Unit 3 Calendar
Days
Prost Builders 2,960,000 300 150 150 390
Five Oaks Association 2,770,400 210 80 80 365
Verslues Construction 2,620,800 160 83 72 320
GBH Builders 2,798,000 232 105 105 240
Reinhardt Construction 2,763,500 256 100 100 330
Little Dixie Construction 2,889,707 232 109 109 330
Wright Construction 2,727,000 155 85 85 285
These bids will be compiled and submitted to the county and a recommendation will be made.
June 2026 Page 1
Tue Jun 16, 2026
County Commission
Bid awards for Sturbridge Drive bridge and pavement preservation program
The Cole County Commission will consider awarding bids and signing contracts for the Sturbridge Drive Bridge Replacement and the 2026 Pavement Preservation Seal Program. They will also approve a change order for Rainbow Drive Sidewalk Improvements, purchase a replacement boom mower tractor for Public Works, and handle routine items like accounts payable and surplus title.
- Bid award and contract signing for Sturbridge Drive Bridge Replacement
- Bid award and contract signing for 2026 Pavement Preservation Seal Program
- Approval of Change Order No. 1 for Rainbow Drive Sidewalk Improvements
- Purchase of replacement boom mower tractor for Public Works Department
- Approval of FY25/26 GEMT Representation Letter
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Jill LaHue – County Counselor
Jessica Bryant – Finance Director
Sheila Johnson – Human Resources Director
Lilly Kennedy – Financial Assistant
Melody Welschmeyer – Administrative Assistant
(573) 634-9110
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission will
handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. COMMISSION COMMENTS
6. BIDS & CONTRACTS
-Bid Award and Signing of Contract – Sturbridge Drive Bridge Replacement
-Bid Award and Signing of Contract – 2026 Pavement Preservation Seal Program
7. NEW BUSINESS
-Accounts Payable Review
-Signing of Surplus Title
-Approval and Signing of the FY25/26 GEMT Representation Letter
-Approval and Signing of Change Order No. 1 – Rainbow Drive Sidewalk
Improvements
-Purchase of Replacement Boom Mower Tractor for Public Works Department
8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
9. NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING – Tuesday, June 23rd at 9:00 a.m.
10. ADJOURNMENT
Tue Jun 16, 2026
County Commission
Bid awards for bridge replacement and pavement preservation
The commission will vote on awarding bids and signing contracts for the Sturbridge Drive Bridge Replacement and the 2026 Pavement Preservation Seal Program. Other new business includes approving a change order for Rainbow Drive Sidewalk Improvements, purchasing a replacement boom mower tractor for Public Works, and discussing worker's compensation lost time benefits.
- Bid award and contract signing for Sturbridge Drive Bridge Replacement
- Bid award and contract signing for 2026 Pavement Preservation Seal Program
- Approval of Change Order No. 1 for Rainbow Drive Sidewalk Improvements
- Purchase of replacement boom mower tractor for Public Works Department
- Approval and signing of FY25/26 GEMT Representation Letter
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✓ Decided: Commission approves bridge, pavement, and tractor contracts
The Commission approved several construction and equipment contracts including a bridge replacement and a tractor purchase. A new workers' compensation policy for lost time benefits was adopted to take effect in July. The FY25/26 GEMT Representation Letter was tabled.
- Approved E&C Bridge, LLC contract for Sturbridge Drive Bridge Replacement (3-0)
- Approved Corrective Asphalt Material, LLC contract for 2026 Pavement Preservation Seal Program (3-0)
- Approved surplus title for 2019 Chevy Truck (3-0)
- Tabled FY25/26 GEMT Representation Letter
- Approved Rainbow Drive Sidewalk Improvements Change Order No. 1 (3-0)
- Ratified emergency purchase of Case IH Maxxum 125 Tractor for $151,580.00 (3-0)
- Adopted new Workers Compensation Pay policy for lost time effective July (3-0)
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Jill LaHue – County Counselor
Jessica Bryant – Finance Director
Sheila Johnson – Human Resources Director
Lilly Kennedy – Financial Assistant
Melody Welschmeyer – Administrative Assistant
(573) 634-9110
REVISED
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission will
handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. COMMISSION COMMENTS
6. BIDS & CONTRACTS
-Bid Award and Signing of Contract – Sturbridge Drive Bridge Replacement
-Bid Award and Signing of Contract – 2026 Pavement Preservation Seal Program
7. NEW BUSINESS
-Accounts Payable Review
-Signing of Surplus Title
-Approval and Signing of the FY25/26 GEMT Representation Letter
-Approval and Signing of Change Order No. 1 – Rainbow Drive Sidewalk
Improvements
-Purchase of Replacement Boom Mower Tractor for Public Works Department
-Discussion of Worker’s Compensation Lost Time Benefits
8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
9. NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING – Tuesday, June 23rd at 9:00 a.m.
10. ADJOURNMENT
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JUNE 16, 2026
16TH DAY OF APRIL TERM
9:00 A.M.
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The
Commission will handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
The Cole County Commission met with Presiding Commissioner Sam Bushman, Eastern District
Commissioner Jeff Hoelscher, Western District Commissioner Harry Otto, Sheriff John Wheeler, EMS
Chief Eric Hoy, Public Works Director Eric Landwehr, Public Works Engineer Matt Prenger, Auditor Jay
Moore, HR Sheila Johnson, Finance Director Jessica Bryant, Counselor Jill LaHue, Chief Deputy Clerk Dawn
Cremeans, present.
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
Sheriff's May 2026 Fees
Collector's May 2026 Fees
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Saturday June 20th, Russellville's America's 250th Celebration starts at 2:00. Classic Car Cruise-in at 2:00
p.m. The Liberty Tree dedication is at 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, June 24th, Cole County will be dedicating a statue at the corner of the Court House at 9:30
a.m. Governor Kehoe and the Bishop will be present.
Saturday June 27th, Taos is having a Sky Fest for America's 250th Celebration. Parade starts at 9:00 a.m.
They're having a car show and Firework's Show.
Sunday June 28th, Lohman has their 250th Festival with barbecue, a car show and fireworks.
5. COMMISSIO …
Tue Jun 9, 2026
County Commission
Commission to hold public hearing on Traffic & Safety Advisory Board recommendations
The Cole County Commission will consider several contracts and a budget adjustment. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding recommendations from the Traffic & Safety Advisory Board.
- Public hearing for Traffic & Safety Advisory Board Recommendations
- 2nd and Final Reading of Budget Adjustment #4
- Signing of Outdoor Warning Consulting Sole Source
- Approval and signing of JCMG Agreement and Public Health Emergency Preparedness Contract
- Supplemental Agreement with the Village of Centertown for a Cooperative Project
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✓ Decided: Commission approves road fund adjustment and several safety and grant items
The Commission approved a $446,592.86 budget adjustment for the Road and Bridge Fund. Several traffic safety measures including new signage and stop signs were also approved.
- Signed Outdoor Warning Consulting Sole Source Request (3-0)
- Signed JCMG Independent Contractor Agreement (3-0)
- Approved Public Health Emergency Preparedness Contract (3-0)
- Approved University of Missouri Cost Reimbursement Subaward (3-0)
- Renewed Adult Brain Injury Service Coordination Contract (3-0)
- Signed Village of Centertown Small Community Cooperative Project agreement (3-0)
- Approved Accounts Payable upon Review (3-0)
- Approved $446,592.86 Budget Adjustment #4 for Road and Bridge Fund (3-0)
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Jill LaHue – County Counselor
Jessica Bryant – Finance Director
Sheila Johnson – Human Resources Director
Lilly Kennedy – Financial Assistant
Melody Welschmeyer – Administrative Assistant
(573) 634-9110
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tues day, June 9 , 202 6
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise not ed. The Commission will
handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9 :0 0 a.m.)
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4 . ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5 . COMMISSION COMMENTS
6 . BIDS & CONTRACTS
-Signing of Outdoor Warning Consulting Sole Source
-Approval & Signing of JCMG Agreement
-Approval & Signing of the Public Health Emergency Preparedness Contract
-Approval & Signing of Cost Reimbursement Subaward with the University of
Missouri
-Renewal of Adult Brain Injury Service Coordination Contract from MODHSS
-Supplemental Agreement with the Village of Centertown for their Cooperative
Project
7 . NEW BUSINESS
-Accounts Payable Review
-2 nd and Final Reading of Budget Adjustment #4
-Public Hearing for Traffic & Safety Advisory Board Recommendations & Signing
of Court Orders
-FY25 Bulletproof Vest Grant Award
-FY25 DTF MUSTANG Grant Application
-Small Communities Funding Allocation Recommendation for the Next …
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JUNE 9, 2026
15TH DAY OF APRIL TERM
9:00 A.M.
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission
will handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
The Cole County Commission met with Presiding Commissioner Sam Bushman, Eastern District
Commissioner Jeff Hoelscher, Sheriff John Wheeler, EMS Chief Eric Hoy, Public Works Director Eric
Landwehr, Health Director Kristi Campbell, Purchasing Agent Lexi Buechter, Auditor Jay Moore,
Chief Auditor Rob Mock, IS Director Brian Ridenhour, GIS Manager Melissa Johnson, HR Sheila
Johnson, Finance Director Jessica Bryant, Counselor Jill LaHue, Chief Deputy Clerk Dawn Cremeans,
present. Western District Commissioner Harry Otto attended remotely.
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
Recorder's May 2026 Fees
Treasurer's May 2026 Reconciliation Report
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
June 15th, we are dedicating a Liberty tree in the Taos Park at 6:30 p.m. Everybody is invited.
June 20th, Russellville is holding their 250th festival.
June 24th, we will be dedicating a statue at the corner of High and Monroe St. at 9:30 a.m.
June 27th, Taos is hosting their 250th festival with fireworks.
June 28th, Lohman has a 250th barbecue and fireworks.
July 11th, Brazito Honey Creek has their 250th festival with fire …
Tue Jun 2, 2026
County Commission
Cole County Commission to discuss Sheriff's Department funding and jail expansion
The Cole County Commission will review a contract for the Sheriff's Department with Zimmer Radio and discuss funding for the Sheriff's Department and jail expansion. The agenda also includes accounts payable review and document signing for Reinkemeyer/Fitzpatrick.
- Zimmer Radio contract for Sheriff's Department
- Sheriff's Department funding and jail expansion discussion
- Accounts payable review
- Reinkemeyer/Fitzpatrick document signing
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✓ Decided: Commission approved $6,500 advertising contract with Zimmer Communications
The commission voted to sign a $6,500 contract with Zimmer Communications for advertising. Commissioners also discussed a proposed jail expansion and a possible sales‑tax ballot measure, and a replat review by the Planning Commission. A motion to recess until 4:30 p.m. was also approved.
- Approved $6,500 advertising contract with Zimmer Communications (3-0)
- Approved recess until 4:30 p.m. (3-0)
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Jill LaHue – County Counselor
Jessica Bryant – Finance Director
Sheila Johnson – Human Resources Director
Lilly Kennedy – Financial Assistant
Melody Welschmeyer – Administrative Assistant
(573) 634-9110
REVISED
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission will
handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. COMMISSION COMMENTS
6. BIDS & CONTRACTS
- Zimmer Radio Contract for Sheriff’s Department
7. NEW BUSINESS
-Accounts Payable Review
-Sheriff’s Department Funding & Jail Expansion
-Reinkemeyer/Fitzpatrick Document Signing
8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
9. NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING – Tuesday, June 9th at 9:00 a.m.
10. ADJOURNMENT
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JUNE 2, 2026
14TH DAY OF APRIL TERM
9:00 A.M.
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission
will handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
The Cole County Commission met with Presiding Commissioner Sam Bushman, Eastern District
Commissioner Jeff Hoelscher, Western District Commissioner Harry Otto, Kelly Reinkemeyer (Self),
Sheriff John Wheeler, EMS Chief Eric Hoy, Public Works Director Eric Landwehr, Public Works
Shannon Kliethermes, Collector Larry Vincent, Purchasing Agent Lexi Buechter, Chief Auditor Rob
Mock, HR Sheila Johnson, Finance Director Jessica Bryant, Counselor Jill LaHue, Chief Deputy Clerk
Dawn Cremeans, present.
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
County Clerk's May 2026 Fees
Auditors May 2026 Revenue & Expenditure Report
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. COMMISSION COMMENTS
6. BIDS & CONTRACTS
MOTION:
Commissioner Otto made a motion to sign the contract with Zimmer Communications with an
expenditure of $6,500 for advertising as announced by the Sheriff. Commissioner Hoelscher
seconded the motion. The motion passed by a vote of: Commissioner Bushman (Yes),
Commissioner Hoelscher (Yes), Commissioner Otto (Yes).
7. NEW BUSINESS
No Accounts Payable this week.
DISCUSSION:
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Tue May 26, 2026
County Commission
County Commission to consider revised excavation rules, fee schedule, and budget adjustment
The Cole County Commission will meet on May 26, 2026, to discuss and decide on several administrative and operational items. Key agenda items include a first reading of Budget Adjustment #4, approval of revised excavation rules for county right-of-way with an updated fee schedule, and multiple bid awards and contract amendments for road and facility projects.
- 1st Reading of Budget Adjustment #4
- Approval of revisions to RULES FOR EXCAVATION IN COLE COUNTY RIGHT-OF-WAY and updated fee schedule
- Approval of quote for purchase of Radar Speed Signs
- Bid Award for 2026-13 Concrete and Concrete Products
- Bid Award for 2026-14 Vehicle Equipment Install and Repair Services
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✓ Decided: Commission approved $20,999.82 purchase of radar speed signs
The Cole County Commission approved several contracts, including a $20,999.82 purchase of radar speed signs and a $2,875 amendment to a professional services agreement. It also awarded concrete work to Cole County Industries and vehicle equipment services to Wireless USA. The board adopted revisions to excavation rules and the associated fee schedule, and approved pending accounts payable.
- Approved purchase of Radar Speed Signs ($20,999.82) (3-0)
- Approved amendment to Professional Services Agreement for Shop Expansion ($2,875.00) (3-0)
- Awarded 2026-13 Concrete and Concrete Products contract to Cole County Industries (3-0)
- Awarded 2026-14 Vehicle Equipment Install and Repair Services contract to Wireless USA (3-0)
- Approved Accounts Payable pending review (3-0)
- Approved revisions to Rules for Excavation and updated Fee Schedule (3-0)
- Approved standing in recess until 4:30 p.m. (3-0)
- Commission adjourned at 4:30 p.m. (3-0)
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Jill LaHue – County Counselor
Jessica Bryant – Finance Director
Sheila Johnson – Human Resources Director
Lilly Kennedy – Financial Assistant
Melody Welschmeyer – Administrative Assistant
(573) 634-9110
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission will
handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANT & INVITED GUESTS
-MU Extension Program Update
6. COMMISSION COMMENTS
7. BIDS & CONTRACTS
-Approval of Quote for Purchase of Radar Speed Signs
-Approval of Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement for the Shop
Expansion
-Bid Award for 2026-13 Concrete and Concrete Products
-Bid Award for 2026-14 Vehicle Equipment Install and Repair Services
8. NEW BUSINESS
-Accounts Payable Review
-1st Reading of Budget Adjustment #4
-Approval of Revisions to RULES FOR EXCAVATION IN COLE COUNTY
RIGHT-OF-WAY and Approval of the Updated Fee Schedule
9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
10. NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING – Tuesday, June 2nd at 9:00 a.m.
11. ADJOURNMENT
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MAY 26, 2026
13TH DAY OF APRIL TERM
9:00 A.M.
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission will
handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
The Cole County Commission met with Presiding Commissioner Sam Bushman, Eastern District
Commissioner Jeff Hoelscher, Western District Commissioner Harry Otto, MU Extension Elizabeth
Anderson, Sheriff John Wheeler, EMS Chief Eric Hoy, Purchasing Agent Lexi Buechter, Auditor Jay
Moore, HR Sheila Johnson, Finance Director Jessica Bryant, Counselor Jill LaHue, Chief Deputy Clerk
Dawn Cremeans, present.
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANT & INVITED GUESTS
Elizabeth Anderson gave an update on the MU Extension Program. She provided information on several
of the programs.
6. COMMISSION COMMENTS
7. BIDS & CONTRACTS
MOTION:
Commissioner Hoelscher made a motion to approve the Quote for the purchase of Radar Speed Signs
with All Traffic Solutions at a cost of $20,999.82. Commissioner Otto seconded the motion. The motion
passed by a vote of: Commissioner Bushman (Yes), Commissioner Hoelscher (Yes), Commissioner Otto
(Yes).
MOTION:
Commissioner Otto made a motion to approve the Amendment to the Professional Services …
Tue May 19, 2026
County Commission
County Commission to discuss salary study, consider contract renewals
The Cole County Commission will consider renewals for inmate welfare products and garage door maintenance contracts, along with an internet service agreement with Mediacom. The collector will present the annual settlement, and the board will discuss rooftop curb adaptors and a salary study update. Most items are routine administrative matters.
- Renewal of inmate welfare products contract
- Renewal of garage door installation and maintenance services for Sheriff
- Approval and signing of internet service agreement with Mediacom
- Collector to present annual settlement
- Update on salary study
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✓ Decided: Commission approved multiple contract renewals and emergency repairs
The Cole County Commission unanimously approved the renewal of the Inmate Welfare Products contract with an 8% increase, the Garage Door Installation & Maintenance Services contract, and a Mediacom internet service contract for EMS. It also approved the pending accounts payable, accepted the Collector's annual settlement, authorized a change order for the Law Enforcement Center rooftop curb adapters, and funded emergency chiller repairs at the Health Department for $34,700. All motions passed with votes of Bushman, Hoelscher, and Otto in favor.
- Approved renewal of Inmate Welfare Products Contract No. 2023-10 with 8% increase (unanimous)
- Approved renewal of Garage Door Installation & Maintenance Services Contract No. 2025-IB03 (unanimous)
- Approved execution of Mediacom internet service contract for EMS (unanimous)
- Approved pending Accounts Payable (unanimous)
- Accepted Collector's Annual Settlement statement (unanimous)
- Approved Change Order #1 for Law Enforcement Center rooftop curb adapters (unanimous)
- Approved emergency chiller repairs at Health Department for $34,700 (unanimous)
- Approved sole source advertisement for Outdoor Warning Consulting (unanimous)
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Jill LaHue – County Counselor
Jessica Bryant – Finance Director
Sheila Johnson – Human Resources Director
Lilly Kennedy – Financial Assistant
Melody Welschmeyer – Administrative Assistant
(573) 634-9110
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission will
handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. COMMISSION COMMENTS
6. BIDS & CONTRACTS
-Renewal 3 of Inmate Welfare Products
-Renewal 1 of Garage Door Installation & Maintenance Services, Sheriff
-Approval & Signing of Internet Service Agreement with Mediacom
9. NEW BUSINESS
-Accounts Payable Review
-Collector to Present Annual Settlement
-Discussion of Rooftop Curb Adaptors
-Approval to run Sole Source Ad for Outdoor Warning Consulting
10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
-Salary Study Update
11. NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING – Tuesday, May 26th at 9:00 a.m.
12. ADJOURNMENT
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MAY 19, 2026
12TH DAY OF APRIL TERM
9:00 A.M.
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The
Commission will handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
The Cole County Commission met with Presiding Commissioner Sam Bushman, Eastern District
Commissioner Jeff Hoelscher, Western District Commissioner Harry Otto, United Mechanical
Services Jordan Kleffner, Maintenance Director Greg Camp, Maintenance Jordy Doerhoff, Sheriff
John Wheeler, Recorder Judy Ridgeway, Collector Larry Vincent, EMS Chief Eric Hoy, IS Director
Brian Ridenhour, Purchasing Agent Lexi Buechter, Auditor Jay Moore, HR Sheila Johnson, Finance
Director Jessica Bryant, Counselor Jill LaHue, Chief Deputy Clerk Dawn Cremeans, present.
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
Sheriff's April 2026 Fees
Collector's April 2026 Fees
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. COMMISSION COMMENTS
6. BIDS & CONTRACTS
MOTION:
Commissioner Hoelscher made a motion to approve the renewal of the Inmate Welfare
Products Contract No. 2023-10 with Bob Barker Company with the 8% increase. Commissioner
Otto seconded the motion. The motion passed by a vote of: Commissioner Bushman (Yes),
Commissioner Hoelscher (Yes), Commissioner Otto (Yes).
MOTION:
Commissioner Hoelscher made a motion to renew th …
Thu May 14, 2026
Bid Openings
County opens bids for vehicle equipment install and repair
The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for vehicle equipment installation and repair services. This is the only item on the agenda for this meeting.
- 2026-14 VEHICLE EQUIPMENT INSTALL AND REPAIR SERVICES – bid opening at 3:00 p.m.
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✓ Decided: Cole County opened bid for vehicle equipment install and repair services
The Purchasing Agent and Chief Deputy Clerk opened the bid for the 2026‑14 Vehicle Equipment Install and Repair Services. The only bidder was WirelessUSA. The county stated it will consider the bid. No formal decision or vote was recorded.
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Lexi Buechter – Purchasing Agent
(573) 634-9168
Bid Openings for the County of Cole
May 14, 2026
3:00 p.m.
2026-14 VEHICLE EQUIPMENT INSTALL
AND REPAIR SERVICES
Cole County Commission Chambers
311 E. High Street, Room 200
Jefferson City, MO 65101
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MAY 14, 2026 BID OPENING
11TH DAY OF APRIL TERM
3:00 P.M.
Bid Opening for the County of Cole
May 14, 2026
3:00 p.m.
Present:
Purchasing Agent Lexi Buechter, Chief Deputy Clerk Dawn Cremeans.
Bid(s) were received and opened for 2026-14 Vehicle Equipment Install and Repair Services.
Bidder(s) were:
WirelessUSA
The county will take this bid into consideration.
May 2026 Page 1
Wed May 13, 2026
County Commission
Commission to hold closed session on legal matters
The Cole County Commission's agenda consists primarily of routine administrative items and a closed session under Missouri law to discuss legal actions. No other specific decisions or public hearings are listed.
- Closed session pursuant to RSMo 610.021 for legal actions (1)
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Jill LaHue – County Counselor
Jessica Bryant – Finance Director
Sheila Johnson – Human Resources Director
Lilly Kennedy – Financial Assistant
Melody Welschmeyer – Administrative Assistant
(573) 634-9110
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Wednesday May 13, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission will
handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (10:30 a.m.)
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. COMMISSION COMMENTS
6. BIDS & CONTRACTS
7. NEW BUSINESS
8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
9. CLOSED SESSION – Pursuant to Section 610.021 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri,
the Commission will go into Closed Session to discuss the following:
Legal Actions (1)
10. NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING – Tuesday, May 19th at 9:00 a.m.
11. ADJOURNMENT
Tue May 12, 2026
Planning Committee
Planning Commission to review five plat applications and two variance requests
The Cole County Planning Commission will review five minor subdivision and replat applications. The body will also consider two variance requests regarding property setbacks for commercial and residential structures.
- Review of Havens Way Sub. Sec. 2 Minor on Rock Ridge Road
- Review of Saddlebrooke Hill Minor on Saddlebrooke Lane
- Review of Brook Meadow Minor replat on Creekside Court
- Review of Linden Place Minor on MO Route U
- Variance requests for 5308 Monticello Road (front setback) and 2619 Lake Valley Drive (side setback)
zoningplatsvariancesland-use
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COLE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
COLE COUNTY COURTHOUSE
311 EAST HIGH STREET
COUNTY COMMISSION CHAMBERS
JEFFERSON CITY, MO
5:15 P.M.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
A. CALL TO ORDER AT 5:15 P.M.
B. INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS
C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING HELD – April 22, 2026
D. REVIEW OF CORRESPONDENCE – None
E. OLD BUSINESS – None
F. NEW BUSINESS - REVIEW OF PLATS –
1) HAVENS WAY SUB. SEC. 2 MINOR
ROCK RIDGE ROAD FINAL
CHASE FISCHER CMPS
2) SADDLEBROOKE HILL MINOR
SADDLEBROOKE LANE FINAL
SUZANNE MARSHAL MECO
3) REPLAT OF LOTS A, B, C, AND 17 OF BROOK MEADOW MINOR
CREEKSIDE COURT REPLAT
STEVE STECK MECO
4) LINDEN PLACE MINOR
MO ROUTE U FINAL
TOM LINDENBUSCH NOLTE
5) STUBINGER ACRES SUBDIVISON MINOR
WALNUT ACRES ROAD FINAL
JOAN STUBINGER H & H
G. VARIANCES –
5308 MONTICELLO ROAD – BRET LINDSEY, REPRESENTATIVE – 20’ FRONT SETBACK
VARIANCE FROM A 30’ PLATTED FRONT SETBACK FOR THE PLACEMENT OF A 80’ X 220’
COMMERCIAL ALONG THE FRONTAGE TO THE UNIMPROVED PLATTED RIGHT OF WAY
OF MOREAU RIDGE ROAD.
2619 LAKE VALLEY DRIVE – JUSTIN WECKENBORG, PROPERTY OWNER - 5’ SIDE
SETBACK VARIANCE REQUEST TO PLACE A 35’ X 50’ SHOP 5’ FROM THE REAR
PROPERTY LINE.
H. OTHER BUSINESS – None
I. NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING - 5:15 P.M., Tuesday June 9, 2026.
J. ADJOURNMENT
Tue May 12, 2026
County Commission
County Commission will review senior tax freeze and utility permitting updates
The Cole County Commission meeting will discuss several ongoing items, including an update on the senior tax freeze program and revisions to the county's utility permitting policies. Staff will also present the accounts payable review and a proclamation for National Public Works Week. The meeting includes routine reports, announcements, and a review of bids and contracts.
- National Public Works Week proclamation
- Accounts payable review
- Senior tax freeze update
- Updates to the county’s utility permitting policies & regulations
- Bids & contracts review
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✓ Decided: Commission approved Accounts Payable pending review by 3‑0 vote
The commission voted to approve Accounts Payable pending review, with Commissioners Bushman, Hoelscher and Otto voting yes. A proclamation was adopted naming May 17‑23, 2026 National Public Works Week. The commission also recessed until 4:30 p.m. by a unanimous vote.
- Approved Accounts Payable pending review (Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto yes)
- Adopted proclamation for National Public Works Week May 17‑23, 2026
- Recessed the meeting until 4:30 p.m. (Bushman, Hoelscher, Otto yes)
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Sam Bushman – Presiding Commissioner
Jeff Hoelscher – Eastern Commissioner
Harry Otto – Western Commissioner
Jill LaHue – County Counselor
Jessica Bryant – Finance Director
Sheila Johnson – Human Resources Director
Lilly Kennedy – Financial Assistant
Melody Welschmeyer – Administrative Assistant
(573) 634-9110
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, May 12th, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The Commission will
handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS, AND INVITED GUESTS
6. COMMISSION COMMENTS
7. PROCLAMATION
-National Public Works Week Proclamation
8. BIDS & CONTRACTS
9. NEW BUSINESS
-Accounts Payable Review
10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
-Senior Tax Freeze Update
-Updates to the County’s Utility Permitting Policies & Regulations
11. NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING – Tuesday, May 19th at 9:00 a.m.
12. ADJOURNMENT
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MAY 12, 2026
9TH DAY OF APRIL TERM
9:00 A.M.
Agenda for the Commission of Cole County
Tuesday, May 12th, 2026
(Commission is in session as posted beginning at 9:00 am, unless otherwise noted. The
Commission will handle administrative matters between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm daily)
1. CALL TO ORDER (9:00 a.m.)
The Cole County Commission met with Presiding Commissioner Sam Bushman, Eastern District
Commissioner Jeff Hoelscher, Western District Commissioner Harry Otto, Public Works Director
Eric Landwehr, Public Works Engineer Matt Prenger, Public Works Owen Kloeppel, EMS Chief Eric
Hoy, Collector Larry Vincent, Purchasing Agent Lexi Buechter, Auditor Jay Moore, HR Sheila
Johnson, Finance Director Jessica Bryant, Counselor Jill LaHue, Chief Deputy Clerk Dawn Cremeans,
present.
2. MINUTES & REPORTS RECEIVED AND FILED
Treasurer's April 2026 Reconciliation Report
3. COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE LIAISON REPORTS
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF OTHER UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
5. PRESENTATIONS FROM STAFF, CONSULTANTS, AND INVITED GUESTS
6. COMMISSION COMMENTS
7. PROCLAMATION
The Commission presented a Proclamation to Public Works. They proclaimed May 17 - 23, 2026 to
be National Public Works Week.
8. BIDS & CONTRACTS
9. NEW BUSINESS
MOTION:
Commissioner Otto made a motion to approve Accounts Payable pending review. Commissioner
Hoelscher seconded the motion. The motion passed by a vote of: Commissioner Bushman (Yes),
Commissioner Hoelscher (Yes), Commissioner Otto (Yes) …
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Net migration+94 people (-$6.4M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)4 ({"Severe Storm": 11, "Flood": 7, "Severe Ice Storm": 4, "Bio · last Thu Mar 26, 2020)
Traffic fatalities3 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments2,224 (37,060 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$891/mo (988 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy16.6% (low numeracy 26% · 2017)
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Permitted housing units
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Revenue$52.0M
Spending$36.9M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Outcomes — economic mobility
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