Cole County public meetings in 2023

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for two contracts: electrical services on an as-needed basis and medical grade oxygen. This is a routine procurement step where sealed bids are opened publicly; no award decision is made at this meeting.

• Bid 2023-27: Electrical services (as needed)
• Bid 2023-28: Medical grade oxygen

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including approving contracts, discussing fee schedules, and reviewing a grant application. The agenda includes several contract signings and a closed session for personnel matters. Most items are standard administrative approvals rather than major policy decisions.

• Approval and signing of Prenger Family Center's contract with DHSS
• Signing of contract with Summit Mechanical for fire protection repairs
• Public Works Building Permit Fee Schedule discussion
• Discussion regarding county mileage reimbursement rate
• SFY 2024 ARPA SLFRF CIIEG grant application

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will consider several infrastructure contracts, including engineering agreements for bridge replacements and a bid award for culvert improvements. They will also discuss the 2024 budget, cyber and property insurance policies, and receive a presentation from the Assessor's Office.

• Approval of Brightspeed Internet Bandwidth and WAN Upgrade agreement
• Professional engineering services for Tanner Bridge Road Bridge Replacement
• Professional engineering services for Sturbridge Drive Bridge Improvements
• Bid award for Friendship Road Box Culvert Improvements
• Discussion of 2024 budget and insurance policies

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for the Friendship Road Box Culvert Improvements project (Project #2023-801-1) on December 15, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. in the Commission Chambers. This is a procedural step to receive contractor bids for the project.

• Bid opening for Friendship Road Box Culvert Improvements, Project #2023-801-1

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting for a full-day budget discussion, scheduled from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The agenda is otherwise largely procedural, with routine items like minutes, reports, and announcements. No specific budget figures or proposals are listed in the agenda text.

• Budget Discussion (8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.)

County Commission

The Commission will hold budget discussions from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The meeting also includes standard administrative items such as reports, bids, and contracts.

• Budget Discussion (8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will consider several financial and operational items, including a public hearing on revising the building permit fee schedule, approval of an EMS fees increase, renewal of property and liability coverage for 2024, and renewal of contracts for EMS fleet maintenance and inmate medical services. The commission will also handle appointments, including the reappointment of Jason Branstetter to the Heartland Port Authority Board, and review accounts payable.

• Public hearing for revision to Building Permit Fee Schedule
• Approval of EMS Fees Increase
• Renewal of County's Property and Liability Coverage for 2024
• Renewal 3 of Inmate Medical Services
• Reappointment of Jason Branstetter to Heartland Port Authority Board of Commissioners

Parks Committee

The Cole County Parks Committee is meeting to review old business, including updates on the County Park parking lot, the Brooks Park playground scrap tire surface material grant, and a future projects priority list. New business includes discussions on picnic table roofs, lighting at County Park, and expansion of the walking trail. The meeting is open to the public with a comment period.

• County Park parking lot update
• Brooks Park playground scrap tire surface material grant update
• Future projects priority list
• Picnic table roofs discussion
• Lighting at County Park discussion

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will review bids and contracts, including a proposed tax abatement for the Simonsen School Building, and discuss various purchases and agreements. The meeting covers routine administrative matters and several specific action items.

• Contract with The Tint Guys for Collector's Office
• Health Department agreement with Centertown
• Professional archaeological services for South Brooks Drive stormwater improvements
• Proposed tax abatement for Simonsen School Building
• Purchase of spreader, plow, hoist, and hydraulic system for 550 truck

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for fire protection repairs at the Cole County Prenger Family Center. This is a routine procurement step where bids are publicly opened; no award decision is made at this meeting.

• Bid opening for 2023-26 Fire Protection Repairs at Cole County Prenger Family Center

County Commission

The Commission will conduct a series of budget hearings for several county offices and departments. These hearings include sessions for the Circuit Court, Sheriff, Prosecuting Attorney, and several other elected officials and administrative departments.

• Budget hearing for Circuit Court, Court Services, Court Security, and Pre-Trial
• Budget hearing for the Sheriff
• Budget hearing for the Prosecuting Attorney
• Budget hearing for the County Commission
• Health Department Technology Upgrade – DHSS, ELC-ED Contract

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will hold budget hearings for the 2024 proposed budget, with department heads presenting their requests. The agenda also includes a second and final reading of Budget Adjustment #11, a discussion of a DNR grant opportunity for Public Works, and a review of vacation hours maximum. Bids and contracts include a design agreement with Architects Alliance and discussion of prisoner transportation services.

• Budget hearings for multiple departments, including Public Works, Health, Emergency Management, and Treasurer
• 2nd and final reading of Budget Adjustment #11
• Delivery of Auditor's Proposed Budget for 2024
• Discussion of DNR Grant Opportunity for Public Works
• Design Agreement with Architects Alliance

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including approving bids and contracts, reviewing accounts payable, and renewing workers' compensation insurance. They will also discuss a cybersecurity grant and an emergency management grant, and receive a check presentation for the county's 250th anniversary committee.

• Bid award and contract signing for 2023-25 Book Preservation, Cole County Recorder of Deeds
• Discussion of cybersecurity grant with Emergency Management Director
• Approval and signing of amendment for Show Me Healthy Women Contract
• Renewal of Workers Compensation Insurance for 2024
• FY22 Emergency Management Performance Grant: Direct Assistance Grant discussion

Road & Bridge Advisory Board

The Cole County Road and Bridge Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss road and bridge projects, including updates on the Wildwood Drive project, stormwater runoff control studies, and the Capital Area Rail Terminal. They will also consider future gravel road upgrades and sales tax funding allocation, along with routine items like approving minutes and member renewals.

• Committee member renewals for Larry Bishop and James Wunderlich
• Wildwood Drive Project Update
• Stormwater Runoff Control Study Projects
• Capital Area Rail Terminal (CART) Update
• Future Gravel Road Upgrades and Sales Tax Funding Allocation Discussion

Road and Bridge - Stormwater Management Advisory Committee (SMAC)

The Stormwater Management Advisory Committee (SMAC) will hold a meeting to discuss stormwater concerns. The agenda includes an update on findings and actions from the previous meeting and a review of citizen concerns.

• Approval of May 18, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of stormwater concerns from registered citizens (none listed)
• Discussion of stormwater concerns from un-registered citizens

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including appointments to boards, approval of a financial assistance agreement with the Missouri Department of Natural Resources for a playground scrap tire material grant, renewal of workers compensation insurance for 2024, and the first reading of Budget Adjustment #11. The commission will also enter a closed session to discuss security systems as permitted by state law.

• Approval of Financial Assistance Agreement with DNR for 2023 Playground Scrap Tire Material Grant
• Renewal of Workers Compensation Insurance for 2024
• 1st Reading of Budget Adjustment #11
• Reappointment of Travis Doll and appointment of Luke Wilbers to Onsite Wastewater Treatment Board of Review
• Reappointment of Marvin Jungmeyer and Adam Boessen to Cole County Planning Commission

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for contract 2023-25, which covers book preservation for the County Recorder of Deeds. This is a routine procurement step where bids are publicly opened and read; no award decision is made at this meeting.

• Bid opening for 2023-25 Book Preservation, Cole County Recorder of Deeds

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including appointments, bids, contracts, and property tax abatements. Key actions include awarding the Kleffner Ridge pavement replacement project and approving agreements for COVID-19 disaster relief and Rainbow Drive transportation enhancements.

• Bid discussion and award of Kleffner Ridge Pavement Replacement Project No. 2023-505-1
• Approval of COVID-19 Disaster Declaration DD-4490 Agreement
• Approval of Transportation Enhancements Funds Program (TAP) Agreement with Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission – Rainbow Drive
• Discuss abatement of property at 1800 Todd Court and 1610 Starlite Drive
• Reappointments to Traffic & Safety, Road & Bridge, Parks, and Special Services committees

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for the Kleffner Ridge Pavement Replacement Project No. 2023-505-1. This is a procedural step to receive contractor bids for the road project.

• Bid opening for Kleffner Ridge Pavement Replacement Project No. 2023-505-1
• Meeting held in Cole County Commission Chambers, 311 E. High Street, Room 200, Jefferson City, MO

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for 2023-24 prisoner transportation services. This is a routine procurement step where bids are publicly opened; no award is made at this meeting.

• Bid opening for 2023-24 prisoner transportation services

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will consider several contracts and purchases, including a fire alarm upgrade for the Health Department, professional engineering services for Hickory Hill Road, and multiple Sheriff Department contracts. They will also discuss and approve the county's health, dental, vision, and group life insurance for 2024, and review accounts payable. The agenda includes routine items like minutes, reports, and liaison reports.

• Fire Alarm Upgrade Quote, Health Department
• Agreement for Professional Engineering Services – Hickory Hill Road
• Supplemental Reimbursement Non-Federal Share for SFY 2021 GEMT
• Zimmer Media Contracts for Sheriff Department
• Health, Dental, Vision and Group Life Insurance for Calendar Year 2024

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will consider a series of contracts, grants, and purchases, including a contract from the Missouri Center for Public Health Excellence, a law enforcement block grant application, and engineering service agreements for Lakewood Subdivision and Hickory Hill Road. They will also review accounts payable and approve a retirement plan contribution.

• Contract from Missouri Center for Public Health Excellence
• FY23 Local Law Enforcement Block Grant Application
• Change Order No. 2 – Railroad Spur Extension & Trans-Load Facility
• Engineering services for Lakewood Subdivision and Hickory Hill Road
• Furniture purchase for Data Room Project

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including signing a contract with Clinical Associates, reviewing accounts payable, accepting a bulletproof vest grant, approving warranty replacements for county machines, and setting the 2024 holiday schedule. The agenda also includes a health department emergency panel item.

• Signing of Contract with Clinical Associates
• FY23 Bulletproof Vest Grant Award
• Warranty Replacement of County Machines
• Approval of 2024 Holidays
• Cole County Health Department - 2nd Emergency Panel

Traffic & Safety Advisory Board

The Cole County Traffic and Safety Advisory Board is meeting to handle routine business: approving minutes, renewing two committee members, and discussing an update to the Traffic Safety Manual. The agenda includes time for citizen and staff requests and public comment, but no specific action items with dollar amounts are listed.

• Committee member renewal for Jason Sommerer and Frank Underwood
• Discussion of Traffic Safety Manual update
• Approval of minutes from July 13, 2023 meeting

Planning Committee

The Cole County Planning Commission is meeting to review two final plats: a minor subdivision called Sandy Forck Corner on Sandy Fork Rd., and a replat of Lots 7 & 8 of Freedom Acres on Peaceful Ridge Rd. No old business, variances, or other business are on the agenda.

• Final plat review for Sandy Forck Corner (minor subdivision, Sandy Fork Rd., applicants Nich & Sheila Niekamp, Mayhew S&E)
• Final plat review for replat of Lots 7 & 8, Freedom Acres (Peaceful Ridge Rd., applicant Larry Helms, CMPS)

County Commission

The Commission will review accounts payable and discuss repairs for the Prenger Family Center. The meeting includes the signing of several agreements, including a purchase agreement for Mitel phones and an EMPG grant award.

• Purchase Agreement between Lumen and Cole County for 3 Mitel Phones
• Approval and Signing of EMPG Grant Award
• Renewal 1 of Unarmed Security Guard Services, Vets Securing America
• Approval and Signing of Pfizer Disclosure Agreement
• Discussion of Prenger Family Center Repairs

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is holding a regular meeting on October 4, 2023, at 11:00 AM. The agenda is largely procedural, covering call to order, minutes, reports, announcements, and comments. It includes a closed session to discuss legal actions as permitted by Missouri law. No specific decisions, contracts, or public hearings are listed on the open agenda.

• Closed session for legal actions under Section 610.021(1) of Missouri Revised Statutes
• Next scheduled meeting on October 10 at 9:00 a.m.

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will review accounts payable, sign contracts with Ferrellgas and Digitech, approve an addendum with Tyler Technologies, and discuss vehicle purchases for Public Works and the Sheriff's Department. The agenda is largely administrative and routine.

• Signing of contract with Ferrellgas for propane provision and services
• Approval and signing of contract extension with Digitech for EMS billing service
• Approval and signing of addendum with Tyler Technologies
• Discussion of 2023-23 Ford F550 truck for Public Works
• Vehicle purchases for Sheriff's Department

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for a book preservation project for the Recorder of Deeds office. This is a procedural step to receive and open bids for the contract.

• Bid opening for 2023-22 Book Preservation, Cole County Recorder of Deeds

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will consider and sign multiple contracts, including an ARPA-funded HVAC project, a USDA grant, and annual health department agreements. They will also discuss the Chamber of Commerce talent attraction project, Crisis Track, LEPC grant, and an EMS server room project. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss security systems.

• Signing of contract with Bee Seen Signs for awning replacement
• Approval of ARPA project for HVAC
• Approval and signing of USDA grant
• Renewal of annual contract with Nurse Practitioner Heather Hynes
• Approval and signing of Change Order No. 1 – 2023 Chip Seal Program

Parks Committee

The Cole County Parks Committee will meet to approve the June 6, 2023 minutes and discuss old business, including the county park parking lot, a playground scrap tire surface material application for Brooks Park, and completion of lights at Thoenen Park. New business includes prioritizing and budgeting future projects. The meeting is open to the public with a public comment period.

• County Park Parking Lot
• Playground scrap tire surface material application for Brooks Park
• Lights at Thoenen Park completed
• Future projects prioritization and budgeting

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is opening bids for a 2023 Ford F550 Super Duty truck for the Public Works department. This is a routine procurement action, with no other business on the agenda.

• Bid opening for 2023 Ford F550 Super Duty truck (Bid #2023-23) for Cole County Public Works

Planning Committee

The Cole County Planning Commission will review two minor plats and two variance requests from the floodplain management ordinance. The variances seek permission to build structures below the 100-year flood elevation on Marina Road. The meeting includes approval of minutes and routine administrative items.

• Replat Lot 1 DW Acres on Madera Ln. (minor replat, Brandon Shackelford)
• Saddlebrooke Hill final plat on Saddlebrooke Ln. (Suzanne Marshall)
• Variance for 10208 Marina Rd.: 36' x 110' open storage structure below 100-year BFE
• Variance for 10616 Marina Rd.: detached garage ~2,000 sq ft below 100-year BFE in floodway

The Cole County Planning Commission unanimously approved five subdivision plats subject to staff recommendations. The commission also received an update regarding potential new software for online construction permits and inspection tracking.

• Approved Rosie’s Acres Sec. 2 replat (unanimous)
• Approved Becky’s Subdivision plat (unanimous)
• Approved Prenger Estate’s Sec. II plat (unanimous)
• Approved Lage/Burns Subdivision plat (unanimous)
• Approved Carpenter’s Corner plat (unanimous)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including approving and signing several contracts and agreements. Key items include a memorandum of understanding for the Capital Area Rail Terminal, a contract for replacing the Annex Building's HVAC system, and a bid award for propane services. The commission will also discuss new business such as a letter of support for the Stronghold Landing Development and a property tax abatement due to wastewater issues.

• Memorandum of Understanding with Operator for Capital Area Rail Terminal
• Contract 2023-16 for Replacement of Annex Building HVAC System
• Bid Award 2023-21 for Propane Provision & Services
• Agreement with OpenGOV for Permitting and Licensing Software
• Abatement of Property Due to Onsite Wastewater Systems Issue - 5109 Rt. D

The Commission approved multiple service contracts, including software for permitting and licensing and health department renovations. They authorized the purchase of a Dodge Durango for the Sheriff's Department and approved funding for park parking lot improvements. A contract with Zimmer Communications was moved to next week.

• Approved $274,208.20 for County Park Parking Lot Improvements with M&M Landscaping and Construction (2-1)
• Approved $42,451.25 for OpenGov Permitting and Licensing Software (3-0)
• Approved purchase of Lou Fusz Chrysler Dodge Durango (3-0)
• Approved contract with GBH Builders for Health Department Renovations (3-0)
• Approved $11,917.00 change order for Sheriff's Dept. Data Room Project (3-0)
• Approved MOU with Capital Logistics and Capital Oil Terminals for Capital Area Rail Terminal (3-0)
• Approved $3,594.00 Idemia Maintenance and Support Agreement for Sheriff's Dept. (3-0)
• Approved WIC Local Agency Nutrition Services Contract Renewal for FY24 (3-0)

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for the 2021-001-1 County Park Parking project. This is a procedural step to receive and open contractor bids for the project.

• Bid opening for County Park Parking project (2021-001-1)

The County received and opened nine bids for the 2021-001-1 County Park Parking project. No contract was awarded during the meeting; the County stated it will take the bids into consideration.

• Opened nine bids for 2021-001-1 County Park Parking ranging from $274,208.20 to $372,703.50

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is holding its regular meeting on September 6, 2023. The agenda is largely procedural, covering minutes, reports, and announcements, with no specific action items listed. The commission will enter a closed session to discuss personnel issues as permitted by Missouri law.

• Closed session for personnel issues under Section 610.021(13)
• Next meeting scheduled for September 12 at 9:00 a.m.

The Commission met on September 6, 2023. The only substantive action recorded was a move into and out of a closed session to discuss personnel issues. No other decisions were documented.

• Approved motion to enter Closed Session for personnel issues (3-0)
• Approved motion to exit Closed Session (3-0)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including approving a memorandum of understanding for the Capital Area Rail Terminal, awarding bids for awning replacement and banking services, and discussing software and tax sale overage approvals.

• Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with Operator for the Capital Area Rail Terminal
• Bid Award for 2023-20 Awning Replacement
• Bid Award for 2023-18 Banking Services, Collector’s Office
• Follow-up Discussion on OpenGov Permitting and Licensing Software
• Tax Sale Overage Approval

The Commission approved contracts for signage and banking services, as well as the purchase of permitting software. A Memorandum of Understanding for the Capital Area Rail Terminal was tabled.

• Awarded contract 2023-20 to Bee Seen Signs for $24,342.00 (3-0)
• Awarded contract 2023-18 to Central Bank for Banking Services (3-0)
• Approved OpenGov Permitting and Licensing Software Purchase (3-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (3-0)
• Tabled Memorandum of Understanding with Operator for the Capital Area Rail Terminal

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will handle routine administrative matters, including contract renewals for detention placement and tracking services, a bid award for awning replacement, and a sole source approval for transport. They will also discuss budget adjustments with the Sheriff, errors and omissions with the Collector, occupancy with the Assessor, and opioid settlement funds with the Juvenile Center. A closed session is scheduled for personnel and security system discussions.

• Renewal of contract with Boone County for detention placement
• Renewal of contract with Lakisha Collins for tracking services
• Approval of contract with Nehemiah Pullins for tracking services
• Bid award for 2023-20 awning replacement
• Sole source approval for Prenger Family Center transport

The Commission approved salary adjustments, step increases, and cost-of-living adjustments for the Sheriff's Department. Other actions included approving juvenile tracking contracts and abating specific 2022 taxes. The board also authorized $20,400 for a substance abuse affected family program.

• Approved Sheriff's Department Proposal Model 10A for starting salary adjustments, step increases, and COLAs (3-0)
• Approved payment of up to 40 hours of holiday time for Sheriff's Department employees (3-0)
• Approved $20,400 for the Juvenile substance abuse affected family program (3-0)
• Approved 2022 tax abatement for 413, 417, 419 E Capitol Avenue and parcels including 517, 519 E Capitol Avenue (3-0)
• Approved MOU between Boone County Family Court Services and Cole County Juvenile Division (3-0)
• Renewed juvenile tracking services contract with Lakisha Collins (3-0)
• Approved juvenile tracking services contract with Nehemiah Pullins (3-0)
• Approved sole source for Prenger Family Center Transport Vehicle (3-0)

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for the 2023-21 propane provision and service contract. This is a procedural step to receive and open bids for the county's propane supply and related services.

• Bid opening for 2023-21 Propane Provision & Service

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will hold a public hearing to set the 2023 tax levy and approve county tax levies. They will also discuss a county-owned vehicle policy revision, fuel spill costs and funding, a joint project with Jefferson City Sewer Department on Lake Valley Drive, and other administrative items. Several agreements and contracts are up for approval, including a jail buildout cost analysis.

• Public hearing for setting 2023 tax levy
• Discussion on fuel spill costs and funding
• Approval of joint project with Jefferson City Sewer Department on Lake Valley Drive
• Approval of 2024 Ford F250 4x4 pickup for Public Works
• Agreement with HMN for cost analysis for jail buildout

The Commission established the 2023 tax levies for Road & Bridge and General Revenue. Several funding approvals were made for public works, health department renovations, and community cooperative projects. A closed session regarding security systems was cancelled.

• Set Road & Bridge tax levy at .2779 (3-0)
• Set General Revenue tax levy at .0486 (3-0)
• Appropriated $75,000 to Environmental Works for spill clean-up (3-0)
• Approved $15,134.00 payment to City of Jefferson for Lake Valley Drive fence work (3-0)
• Approved $55,236.00 purchase of Ford F250 truck for Public Works (3-0)
• Awarded $46,050.00 to GBH Builders for Health Department Renovations (3-0)
• Awarded $27,497.50 to St. Martins for Small Community Cooperative Project (3-0)
• Approved $59,590.00 agreement with City of St. Thomas for Small Community Cooperative Project (3-0)

Road & Bridge Advisory Board

The committee recommended a project amendment for St. Thomas Cooperative and the allocation of surplus funds to St. Martins. Updates were provided on the Capital Area Rail Terminal and the Wildwood Drive project timeline.

• Recommended County Commission approve project change for St. Thomas Cooperative from sidewalk expansion to pavement widening on National Street and Fowler Street
• Recommended County Commission award $27,497.50 in surplus Wardsville school zone safety project funds to St. Martins
• Approved amended agenda
• Approved May 18, 2023 meeting minutes with corrections

County Commission

The Cole County Commission approved several service contracts, including auditing and inmate food services. The board also authorized a change order for the Railroad Spur Extension & Trans-Load Facility project and approved the purchase of EMS equipment.

• Awarded Bid No. 2023-19 Auditing Services to Williams Keepers for $63,500.00 (3-0)
• Approved renewal of Contract No. 2022-25 for Inmate Food Service with Trinity Services Group (3-0)
• Approved $8,048.42 purchase of Motorola Consolette Radio for EMS (3-0)
• Approved Change Order #1 for Railroad Spur Extension & Trans-Load Facility Project No. 2022-701-1 for $178,308.90 (3-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (3-0)
• Signed extension to Maintenance and Support Agreement with Idemia for Sheriff's Dept. Live Scan (3-0)
• Signed Surplus Title on 2019 Dodge Sedan for Sheriff's office (3-0)
• Signed Letter of Representation with Miles & Stauffer for EMS GEMT Cost Report (3-0)

Planning Committee

The Cole County Planning Commission will review five minor subdivision final plats at its August 8, 2023 meeting. No variances or other business are scheduled. The meeting location has changed to the Cole County Public Works at 5055 Monticello Rd.

• Rosie's Acres Sec. 2, Lower Bottom Rd., final plat (Rosella Reinkemeyer, H&H)
• Becky's Subdivision, Rogers Lane, final plat (Glen Wolken, Mid State)
• Prenger's Estates II, Bode Ferry Rd., final plat (Luke Prenger, Mid State)
• Lage/Burns Subdivision, Bode Ferry Rd., final plat (Wilbir Lage, Mid State)
• Carpenter's Corner, State Rt. CC, final plat (Maurice Schulte, GBG)

The Cole County Planning Commission approved five different plats subject to staff recommendations and comments from Cole County Abstract. The commission also received an update regarding potential new software for online construction permits and inspection tracking.

• Approved Rosie’s Acres Sec. 2 replat (unanimous)
• Approved Becky’s Subdivision plat (unanimous)
• Approved Prenger Estate’s Sec. II plat (unanimous)
• Approved Lage/Burns Subdivision plat (unanimous)
• Approved Carpenter’s Corner plat (unanimous)
• Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will discuss and potentially approve several contracts and agreements, including HVAC work on the Annex, two bridge program agreements with the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission, and a vehicle fleet maintenance renewal. They will also discuss SB190, a workforce housing project endorsement, and a Republic Services agreement for public works disposal. The meeting includes a closed session for legal, security, and personnel matters.

• Discussion of HVAC Contract on Annex
• Approval of Off-System Bridge Program (BRO) Agreement for Tanner Bridge Road
• Approval of Off-System Bridge Program (BRO) Agreement for Sturbridge Road
• Renewal 2 of 2022-22 Vehicle Fleet Maintenance, Sheriff's Department
• Purchase of IS Main Server Platform through Huber & Associates

The Commission rescinded a previous HVAC award and approved several infrastructure and equipment contracts. They also endorsed a workforce housing project and signed agreements for bridge programs and waste disposal.

• Rescinded Harold G Butzer HVAC award and awarded to United Mechanical Services (2-1)
• Approved Off-System Bridge Program Agreement for Tanner Bridge Road (3-0)
• Approved Off-System Bridge Program Agreement for Sturbridge Road (3-0)
• Approved $26,425.33 quote with US Digital Designs for G2 Fire Station Alerting System (3-0)
• Approved $8,048.42 quote with Motorola Solutions for APX Radio (3-0)
• Renewed Sheriff's Department Vehicle Fleet Maintenance contract with Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair (3-0)
• Approved purchase of IS Main Server Platform through Huber & Associates (3-0)
• Endorsed Workforce Housing Project proposal (3-0)

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for the 2023-20 awning replacement project. This is a procedural step to receive and open contractor bids for the project.

• Bid opening for project 2023-20 AWNING REPLACEMENT

The county opened bids for project 2023-20 Awning Replacement for the Health Department, Assessor Department, and Courthouse. No contract was awarded during this meeting; the county will consider the submitted bids.

• Opened bids for 2023-20 Awning Replacement from Pioneer Window Works and Bee Seen Signs

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including signing state highway safety grants, approving agreements for two municipalities to collect tax liens, and discussing an HVAC contract and a parking lot lease. The commission will also review accounts payable and an IGT payment, and will enter a closed session to discuss real estate matters.

• Signing of 2023-2024 DWI and HMV Highway Safety Grant Awards
• Agreements for City of Russellville and Village of Centertown to collect tax liens
• Discussion of HVAC contract on Annex
• Approval and signing of lease agreement for parking lot at 424 E High St
• Approval of IGT payment for 2020 Final GEMT Determination

The Commission approved two highway safety grant awards and entered into a lease agreement with the City of Jefferson for EMS facility construction parking. The board also approved tax lien collection contracts for the City of Russellville and Village of Centertown.

• Approved 2023-2024 DWI Saturation Enforcement Hwy. Safety Grant Award (3-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 HMV Enforcement Hwy. Safety Grant Award (3-0)
• Approved contract with City of Russellville to collect tax liens (3-0)
• Approved contract with Village of Centertown to collect tax liens (3-0)
• Approved lease agreement with City of Jefferson for EMS facility construction parking (3-0)
• Approved Sheriff’s Department TransUnion Agreement (3-0)
• Approved $1,200 annual maintenance contract with S and N Clock Repair (3-0)
• Approved $1,440 purchase of 3 year SSL Wildcard Certificate for Sheriff's Department (3-0)

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for two contracts: banking services for the County Collector's Office (Bid 2023-18) and auditing services (Bid 2023-19). This is a procedural step to receive and open bids; no award decisions are being made at this meeting.

• Bid 2023-18: Banking services for Cole County Collector's Office
• Bid 2023-19: Auditing services
• Bid opening at 3:00 p.m. in Commission Chambers, 311 E. High Street, Room 200

The county received and opened bids for banking services for the Collector's Office and auditing services. No final selections were made during the meeting; the county will take the bids into consideration.

• Opened bid for 2023-18 Banking Services (Bidder: Central Bank)
• Opened bid for 2023-19 Auditing Services (Bidder: Williams Keepers)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including approving minutes, receiving reports, and discussing a pipe replacement at the Public Works Building. The agenda is largely procedural, with the only substantive item being the pipe replacement discussion.

• Discussion/Approval of Pipe Replacement at Public Works Building

The Commission approved an emergency purchase of concrete pipe and excavation to address a fuel leak at Public Works. The project includes soil remediation and pipe replacement.

• Approved excavation, pipe replacement, and emergency concrete pipe purchase not to exceed $200,000.00 (2-0)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will consider several contracts, including a clock maintenance agreement, a supplemental agreement for engineering services for the Multi-modal Transload Facility and Rail Spur Extension, an industry track agreement with Union Pacific, and a Lumen annual maintenance agreement. They will also review accounts payable, an AED purchase, the county vehicle policy, and the purchase of pickups for Public Works and Parks. A closed session is scheduled to discuss real estate and legal actions.

• S & N Clock Maintenance Contract
• Supplemental Agreement for Professional Engineering Services for Multi-modal Transload Facility and Rail Spur Extension, Project No. 2022-701-0
• Industry Track Agreement with Union Pacific
• Lumen Annual Maintenance Agreement
• Discussion on Purchase of Pickups for Public Works and Parks

The Commission approved several maintenance contracts and the purchase of two trucks for Public Works and Parks. It also authorized an emergency response agreement and a real estate purchase on St. Mary's Blvd.

• Approved Supplemental Agreement No. 1 for Multi-modal Transload Facility and Rail Spur Extension Project with Central Missouri Professional Services for $55,086.00 (3-0)
• Approved Industry Track Agreement with Union Pacific Railroad Company (3-0)
• Approved three Lumen Maintenance Agreements totaling $36,339.15 (3-0)
• Approved Environmental Works Emergency Response Agreement and encumbered $100,000.00 (3-0)
• Approved $7,149.20 for Marelly AEDs & Safety from Contingency Sheriff's Fund (3-0)
• Adopted the proposed County owned vehicle policy (3-0)
• Approved purchase of Ford F-550 for $69,685.00 from Joe Machens Ford and Chevy 2500 4x4 for $41,286.00 from Don Brown Chevrolet (3-0)
• Approved Real Estate Agreement with MATEJO for approximately 7.3 acres on St. Mary's Blvd (2-1)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is holding its regular Monday meeting. The agenda contains only standard procedural items such as approving minutes, receiving reports, and commissioner comments, with no specific action items, contracts, or public hearings listed. The only new business noted is a reference to the Board of Equalization.

• Board of Equalization listed under new business

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is holding a groundbreaking ceremony for the new EMS Station and Headquarters at 319 Adams Street in Jefferson City. This is a ceremonial event marking the start of construction for the facility.

• Groundbreaking for new EMS Station & Headquarters
• Location: 319 Adams Street, Jefferson City, MO

Onsite Sewage Board

The Cole County Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems Board of Review is meeting to discuss a single subject: the property at 1408 Herron Drive. The agenda provides no further details on the nature of the discussion or any decision to be made.

• Discussion of onsite wastewater treatment system at 1408 Herron Drive

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including awarding bids for the Annex Building HVAC replacement and Northport Drive stormwater improvements, renewing an EMS collection services contract, and approving several agreements. The agenda also includes a closed session to discuss real estate and legal action.

• Renewal 2 of 2021-16 Collection Services, EMS
• Bid Award of 2023-16 Replacement of Annex Building HVAC System
• Bid Award and Signing of Agreement for Northport Drive Storm Water Improvement 2021-201-1
• Approval of New World Enhancement Software for Sheriff Department
• Approval of Ameren Agreement on the Health Department Building

The Cole County Commission approved several high-value contracts, including an HVAC system for the Annex Building and storm water and pavement projects. The board also renewed EMS collection services and approved a utility easement vacation.

• Approved $1,001,900.00 HVAC bid from Harold G Butzer for Annex Building (3-0)
• Approved $1,021,955.00 contract with Flowmaster Construction LLC for Northport Drive Storm Water Improvement and Westport Subdivision Pavement Replacement (3-0)
• Renewed LifeQuest Services for 2021-16 EMS Collection Services (3-0)
• Approved Petition Court Order to Vacate portion of Public General Utility Easement at Lot 16 of Hidden Valley Subdivision (3-0)
• Approved $5,800.00 amendment with Tyler Technologies for Sheriff's Dept. (3-0)
• Approved Ameren Missouri Elevated Delivery Pressure Request Form for Health Department (3-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (3-0)

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for two public works projects: Northport Drive stormwater improvements and Westport Subdivision pavement replacement. This is a procedural step to receive contractor bids; no award is being made at this meeting.

• Northport Drive Stormwater Improvements
• Westport Subdivision Pavement Replacement
• Project No. 2021-201-1 & 2022-504-1

The County received and opened bids for Northport Drive Stormwater Improvements and Westport Subdivision Pavement Replacement Project No. 2021-201-1 & 2022-504-1. Seven vendors submitted bids. No contracts were awarded during this meeting.

• Opened bids for Northport Drive Stormwater Improvements and Westport Subdivision Pavement Replacement

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting for its regular Friday session, covering routine administrative items such as minutes, reports, and liaison updates. The most notable action is a closed session to discuss real estate matters, as permitted by Missouri law. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the open agenda.

• Closed session under Section 610.021(2) to discuss real estate
• Next scheduled meeting set for July 18 at 9:00 a.m.

The Commission entered a closed session to discuss real estate. No other substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for real estate discussion (3-0)
• Approved motion to exit closed session and recess (3-0)

Traffic & Safety Advisory Board

The Cole County Traffic and Safety Advisory Board is meeting to consider two staff requests: adding a speed limit sign on Paradigm Drive and a stop sign at Peaceful Ridge at Big Meadows Road. The board will also discuss updates to the Traffic Safety Manual. No citizen requests are listed.

• Speed limit sign on Paradigm Drive
• Stop sign on Peaceful Ridge at Big Meadows Road
• Traffic Safety Manual update discussion

The Board approved the installation of a 30mph speed limit sign on Paradigm Drive and a stop sign at Peaceful Ridge and Big Meadows Road. Members also discussed ongoing updates to the Traffic and Safety Policy Manual.

• Approved 30mph speed limit sign on Paradigm Drive
• Approved stop sign at Peaceful Ridge at Big Meadows Road
• Approved January 26, 2023 meeting minutes

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for the renovation of the Health Department Laboratory, listed as bid number 2023-17. This is a procedural step where contractors' bids are opened publicly; no award decision is being made at this meeting.

• Bid opening for 2023-17 Renovations of Health Department Laboratory

The Cole County bid opening on July 13, 2023, addressed the renovations of the Health Department Laboratory. No bids were received for this project.

• No bids received for 2023-17 Renovations of Health Department Laboratory

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will consider several administrative and operational items, including the annual EMS/Medical First Responders MOU, a budget adjustment, and a jail position reclassification. They will also hear a presentation on automated voice dispatch and discuss establishing a committee for the county's 250th birthday celebration. The meeting includes a closed session for real estate and legal matters.

• Approval of Annual Cole County EMS/Cole County Medical First Responders MOU
• 2nd and Final Reading of Budget Adjustment #10
• Reclassification of Jailer Position to Jail Clerk/Financial Assistant Position
• Jail Washer Drain Repair
• Presentation of Automated Voice Dispatch Proposal

The Commission approved a $10,410.91 budget adjustment for Health Department equipment and authorized several payments for jail and dispatch services. The board also passed a resolution supporting the America 250 Missouri Commission. A closed session was held to discuss real estate and legal actions.

• Approved agreement with Cole County Volunteer Medical First Responder Squad (3-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable (2-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Budget Adjustment #10 for $10,410.91 for Health Dept. cantilever racks (3-0)
• Approved reclassification of Jailer Position to Jail Clerk/Financial Assistant Position
• Approved $5,115.00 invoice for new trough in Cole County Jail (3-0)
• Approved Automated Voice Dispatch Proposal (3-0)
• Approved resolution supporting America 250 Missouri Commission (3-0)
• Approved $5,000.00 engagement letter with Newman Comley & Ruth for legal representation (3-0)

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for project 2023-16, the replacement of the annex building HVAC system. This is a procurement step, not a decision on the award.

• Bid opening for 2023-16 replacement of annex building HVAC system

The County opened bids for the 2023-16 Replacement of Annex Building HVAC System. Three vendors submitted pricing. No contract was awarded during this meeting.

• Opened bid from Harold G. Butzer: $918,400
• Opened bid from United Mechanical Services: $1,100,371
• Opened bid from Environmental Engineering, Inc.: $1,199,000

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will hear a presentation of the 2022 financial audit, discuss and sign several contracts including a trench drain repair, an addendum for the Prenger Center, and a temporary construction easement for an EMS station. They will also review accounts payable, consider a letter of intent for a national lands contribution, and purchase furniture for the Sheriff's Department. The meeting includes a closed session for real estate and legal matters.

• Presentation of 2022 Financial Audit
• Discussion on 2023-14 Trench Drain Repair
• Signing of Architects Alliance Addendum for Prenger Center
• Signing of Temporary Construction Easement Agreement for EMS Station
• Samco Furniture Purchase for Sheriff's Department

The Commission accepted the audited financial statements for the year ending December 31, 2022. Several contracts and agreements were approved for the Sheriff's Department, the Assessor's office, and the Prenger Family Center.

• Accepted 2022 Audit by Williams Keepers (3-0)
• Rejected 2023-14 Trench Drain Repair bids (3-0)
• Approved Architects Alliance Addendum for Prenger Family Center for $5,000.00 (3-0)
• Approved Kohl Wholesale food products contract for Prenger Family Center (3-0)
• Approved agreement with Missouri Baptist Convention for 10 parking spaces (3-0)
• Approved appraisal agreement with The Nunn Company for Assessor's office (3-0)
• Approved 1-year Accurate Controls Maintenance Agreement for Cole County Jail (3-0)
• Approved 1-year Meraki MR Enterprise License with Huber & Associates for Sheriff's Dept (3-0)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will consider several contracts and agreements, including a construction contract for a new EMS station, an engineering services agreement for the Wildwood Drive extension, and a change order for the Lakewood Subdivision. They will also review new business items such as a sheriff's deputy hire, purchases for the sheriff's department, and a budget adjustment. The meeting includes a closed session for legal, real estate, and personnel matters.

• Construction contract with GBH Builders for EMS Station
• Agreement for Professional Engineering Services – Wildwood Drive Extension
• Change Order No. 1 – Lakewood Subdivision
• AXON Purchase
• 1st Reading of Budget Adjustment #10

The Commission approved a joint agreement for a railroad spur extension and transload facility. Several stormwater management agreements and engineering services for the Wildwood Drive Extension were signed. The board also authorized various equipment purchases for the Sheriff's Department and Health Department.

• Approved Joint City and County Cooperative Agreement for Railroad Spur Extension and Transload Facility (3-0)
• Approved engineering services with Central Missouri Professional Services, Inc. for Wildwood Drive Extension (3-0)
• Approved Final Closeout for Lakewood Subdivision Stormwater Improvements (3-0)
• Approved $44,454.37 contract with Huber & Associates for Sheriff's Civil Server upgrades (3-0)
• Approved $29,986.90 Axon Enterprise purchase for Taser equipment (3-0)
• Approved $3,433.02 MEOC Camera System purchase from B&H The Professional's Source (3-0)
• Approved $1,044.00 Tyler Technologies amendment for Homewav Interface (3-0)
• Set starting pay for new Sheriff's Deputy at $51,000 based on experience

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting to sign several contracts, including a construction contract with GBH Builders for an EMS station and contracts with Meyer Electric and The Tint Guys for the Prenger Family Center. They will also approve a surplus ballistic vests agreement with LUPD and a WIC budget adjustment. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss real estate matters.

• Signing construction contract with GBH Builders for EMS Station
• Signing contract with Meyer Electric for Prenger Family Center
• Surplus ballistic vests agreement with LUPD
• Signing contract with The Tint Guys for Prenger Family Center
• Approval of WIC budget adjustment

The Commission approved contracts for LED lighting and security film at the Juvenile Detention Center, a donation agreement for ballistic vests, and a WIC program amendment. The construction contract for the EMS Station was tabled.

• Approved Meyer Electric contract for Juvenile Detention Center LED lighting for $7,076.00 (2-1)
• Approved Donation Agreement with Lincoln University Police Department for Ballistic Vests (3-0)
• Approved Tint Guys contract for Juvenile Center Window Tinting Security Film for $2,785.63 (2-1)
• Approved Program Services Contract amendment for WIC Local Agency Nutrition Services (3-0)
• Tabled construction contract with GBH Builders for EMS Station
• Entered closed session to discuss real estate (3-0)

County Commission

The Commission approved several agreements including an EMS memorandum of understanding and health service contracts. They also authorized a $11,360 contract for the Juvenile facility and updated the County Employee Handbook.

• Appointed Nicholas Tietsort to the Cole County Emergency Radio System Board (3-0)
• Approved 2023 EMS Memorandum of Understanding between Cole County and City of Jefferson (3-0)
• Approved First Amendment to the Medical Directorship Agreement (3-0)
• Approved $900 Grayshift contract for Sheriff's Dept. GrayKey Operator Certificates (3-0)
• Approved Show Me Healthy Women Agreements with Jefferson City Medical Group, LLC and JCMG Ancillary Services, LLC (3-0)
• Approved Public Health Emergency Preparedness Contract renewal with MODHSS (3-0)
• Approved $11,360 Wave Plus System contract for Juvenile (3-0)
• Approved changes to County Employee Handbook Section 703 and the Emergency Guide (3-0)

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for the 2023-15 Courtroom Audio System Upgrade project. This is a procedural step to receive and open bids for the project, which will be considered for award at a later meeting.

• Bid opening for 2023-15 Courtroom Audio System Upgrade
• Location: Cole County Commission Chambers, 311 E. High Street, Room 200, Jefferson City, MO

The County of Cole held a bid opening for the 2023-15 Courtroom Audio System Upgrade. No bids were received for the project.

Parks Committee

The Cole County Parks Committee met on June 6, 2023, to discuss old business regarding Thoenen Park lights and new business updates on Elston Park. The agenda included standard procedural items such as the approval of March 7, 2023 minutes. No specific dollar amounts, contracts, or ordinance details were listed in the provided text.

• Discussion of Thoenen Park lights
• Updates on Elston Park

The committee approved a recommendation to install security lighting at Thoenen Park for up to $1,000. Members discussed development stages for a proposed new park near Elston and reviewed the completion of a walking trail parking lot.

• Approved recommendation for Thoenen Park security lighting installation up to $1,000
• Approved agenda
• Approved September 6, 2022 meeting minutes

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including approving professional engineering services for stormwater runoff control evaluation under ARPA projects, a contract with Renew BioMedical for EMS equipment maintenance, and an amendment to the EDA agreement for the Multimodal Transload Facility. The agenda also includes a closed session to discuss real estate and security systems.

• Approval of agreements for professional engineering services – Stormwater Runoff Control Evaluation ARPA Projects
• Approval of contract with Renew BioMedical for preventative maintenance of EMS medical equipment
• Approval of EDA Amendment No. 1 for Cole County Multimodal Transload Facility
• Approval of Emergency Plan Reference Guide
• Closed session for real estate and security systems discussions

The Commission approved several professional engineering services for stormwater runoff control and a maintenance contract for EMS medical equipment. It also authorized funding for a recruitment plan and facility repairs. Approval of the Emergency Plan Reference Guide and LEPC Training Expenditures was tabled.

• Approved Stormwater Runoff Control Evaluation (Binder Lake, Apache Flats, Natchez Trace) with Barr Engineering, not to exceed $160,000.00 (3-0)
• Approved Stormwater Runoff Control Evaluation (Westview Heights) with Barlett & West, not to exceed $114,062.00 (3-0)
• Approved Renew BioMedical contract for EMS medical equipment maintenance for $11,230.00 (3-0)
• Approved EDA Amendment No. 1 for Multimodal Transload Facility and Industrial Rail Spur Extension (3-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (3-0)
• Approved Zimmer Communications Recruitment Plan social extension for $5,700.00 (3-0)
• Approved $3,232.00 for Sally Port West side Exit Door repairs (3-0)
• Tabled Emergency Plan Reference Guide and LEPC Training Expenditures

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including approving several contracts and amendments, reviewing accounts payable, and considering a policy change for the county jail. The commission will also enter a closed session to discuss real estate matters as permitted by state law.

• Approval of MODHSS Show Me Healthy Women Contract
• Approval of DESE Childcare Health Consultation Contract amendment
• Approval of ELC-ED Contract extension amendment
• Approval of Little Dixie Data Room Buildout at Sheriff's Department
• Approval of On-Call Policy Change for the County Jail

The Commission approved several health-related service contracts and an agreement for a data room buildout at the Sheriff's Department. Additionally, the board approved a policy change for county jail on-call duties and pending accounts payable.

• Approved Show Me Healthy Women Program Services Contract (3-0)
• Approved DESE Amendment for Child Care Health Consultation Contract (3-0)
• Approved Amendment to extend Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity Contract (3-0)
• Approved Little Dixie Construction Agreement for Sheriff's Department Data Room Buildout (3-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (3-0)
• Approved On-Call Policy Change for the County Jail (3-0)
• Entered Closed Session to discuss Real Estate (3-0)

Bid Openings

The County opened bids for project 2023-14 Trench Drain Repairs. One bid was received from Summit Mechanical Inc. No final decision on the contract was made during this meeting.

• Received and opened bid from Summit Mechanical Inc. for 2023-14 Trench Drain Repairs

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including awarding a bid for the new EMS facility, approving an opioid litigation settlement addendum, and signing contracts for vehicle equipment services. They will also review accounts payable and discuss a health department equipment upgrade, followed by a closed session on real estate.

• Bid award for Project #2127, Cole County EMS New Facility
• MOU addendum for Opioid Litigation Settlement
• Summer Food Service Program and At-Risk Afterschool Program agreement
• Contract for 2023-13 Vehicle Equipment Install & Repair Services
• Health Department Equipment Upgrade

The Commission approved a construction contract for the EMS Adams Street Building and authorized a Health Department equipment upgrade. Other actions included signing agreements for opioid litigation settlements and vehicle equipment services.

• Awarded EMS Adams Street Building construction to GBH Builders for $4,820,093 (3-0)
• Approved Health Department equipment upgrade for $16,494.01 via ELC Grant (3-0)
• Signed Addendum to February 2022 MOU regarding Opioid Litigation settlement proceeds (3-0)
• Signed Summer Food Service and At-Risk Afterschool Program Site Inspections with Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (3-0)
• Signed contract for Vehicle Equipment Install & Repair Services with Wireless USA and Turn-Key Mobile (3-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (3-0)

Road & Bridge Advisory Board

The Cole County Road and Bridge Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes, hear project status updates, and discuss old business including the Rail Spur Extension, Central Maintenance, Wildwood Drive Extension, and stormwater runoff control projects. New business includes a review of the board's bylaws and a change to the St. Thomas Cooperative Project. The meeting is open to the public with a public comment period.

• Rail Spur Extension and Transload Facility Update
• Central Maintenance Update
• Wildwood Drive Extension Update
• Stormwater Runoff Control Projects Update
• Road and Bridge Advisory Board Bylaws Review

The Road and Bridge Advisory Committee recommended that the Commission proceed with the Wildwood Drive Extension project. The board also recommended changes to the committee bylaws to the Commission. The St. Thomas Cooperative Project Change was tabled.

• Approved March 9, 2023 meeting minutes with corrections
• Recommended to Commission to move forward with Wildwood Drive Extension
• Recommended changes to the Bylaws to Commission
• Tabled St. Thomas Cooperative Project Change until August 17, 2023

Road and Bridge - Stormwater Management Advisory Committee (SMAC)

The committee met for one minute and approved the agenda. No substantive decisions were made, and no citizen concerns were presented.

• Approved agenda

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including contract renewals, a fuel pump island project, and reports from county officials. They will also discuss sheriff recruitment and retention, and go into closed session for real estate matters.

• Renewal of Medical Director's Contract
• Approval of Fuel Pump Island & Concrete
• County Clerk to present Annual Precinct Report
• Sheriff to discuss recruitment and retention
• Closed session for real estate discussion

The Commission approved a pay increase of $2,000 for uniformed personnel and $3,000 for jailers. Other actions included approving fuel pump infrastructure spending and a contractor agreement with Dr. Eric Caywood.

• Approved pay increase of $2,000 for uniformed personnel and $3,000 for jailers (3-0)
• Approved Independent Contractor Agreement with Dr. Eric Caywood D.O. (3-0)
• Approved $8,055.32 Fuel Pump Island Change Order with Neumayer Equipment Co. (3-0)
• Approved $30,000.00 from 806 Sales Tax Fund for fuel pump concrete (3-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (2-0-1)
• Approved the Inspection of Precinct Report (3-0)
• Authorized Sheriff to use specific recruitment tools for new hires subject to Commission approval (3-0)

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for the construction of an EMS station. The meeting is scheduled for May 16, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. in the Commission Chambers. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• EMS station construction bid opening

The county opened five bids for the construction of a new EMS facility. No contract was awarded during this meeting; the county stated it will take all bids into consideration.

• Opened bid from Little Dixie Construction: $5,189,707 base bid
• Opened bid from GBH Builders, Inc.: $4,880,000 base bid
• Opened bid from Sircal Contracting, Inc.: $4,980,700 base bid
• Opened bid from PCE Professional Contractors & Engineers: $4,946,000 base bid
• Opened bid from Prost Builders, Inc.: $4,967,000 base bid

Planning Committee

The Cole County Planning Commission is meeting to review two minor subdivision plats: a replat of Lot 1 DW Acres on Madera Lane and the final plat for Saddlebrooke Hill on Saddlebrooke Lane. They will also consider a front setback variance request for a secondary residence at 3412 Horseshoe Bend Road. The meeting includes approval of the April 11 minutes and is scheduled for May 9, 2023, at 5:15 p.m.

• Replat of Lot 1 DW Acres, Madera Lane (applicant: Brandon Shackelford)
• Final plat for Saddlebrooke Hill, Saddlebrooke Lane (applicant: Suzanne Marshall)
• Front setback variance of 5 feet for a 24' x 42' secondary residence at 3412 Horseshoe Bend Road (owners: Jim & Kristi Buhr)
• Approval of minutes from April 11, 2023 meeting

The Cole County Planning Commission unanimously approved three subdivision plats subject to staff recommendations and comments from Cole County Abstract. The commission also approved the minutes from the March 14, 2023, meeting.

• Approved Stony Ridge Sub. Plat 2 on Stony Gap Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved Hard Luck Acres plat on Rt. D (unanimous)
• Approved HHH Subdivision plat on N. Waterford Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved March 14, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will hold its regular meeting, starting with a closed session on personnel matters. In open session, they will consider several contracts and agreements, including a water user extension agreement with PWSD#4 for a multimodal transload facility, an engineering services agreement for updating the traffic safety manual, and a bid award for vehicle equipment install and repair services. They will also review accounts payable and discuss implementation of central maintenance.

• Annual contract renewal with Patagonia for Electronic Medical Record
• Renewal of banking services contract (2021-17)
• Bid award for 2023-13 Vehicle Equipment Install and Repair Services
• Water User Extension Agreement with PWSD#4 for Multimodal Transload Facility
• Change Order No. 2 for Health Department Driveway

The Cole County Commission approved a contract with Bartlett & West for a traffic safety manual update and authorized several service renewals for banking and health records. The board also approved Phase 1 of Central Maintenance and the sale of five public works vehicles and trailers.

• Approved $14,000 contract with Bartlett & West for Cole County Traffic Safety Manual update (3-0)
• Approved Phase 1 of Central Maintenance (3-0)
• Renewed annual Electronic Medical Records contract with Patagonia Health (3-0)
• Renewed Banking Services contract and adjusted interest option to Option 1 (3-0)
• Awarded Vehicle Equipment Install and Repair Services bid 2023-23 to lowest bidder (3-0)
• Signed Water User Extension Agreement with Cole County Public Water Supply District #4 (3-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Health Department Driveway, reducing cost by $4,214.85 (3-0)
• Signed title releases for 3 trucks and 2 trailers from Public Works inventory (3-0)

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for contract 2023-13, which covers vehicle equipment installation and repair services. This is a routine procurement step where bids are publicly opened; no award decision is being made at this meeting.

• Bid opening for 2023-13 VEHICLE EQUIPMENT INSTALL AND REPAIR SERVICES

The County opened bids for 2023-13 Vehicle Equipment Install and Repair Services from two bidders: Wireless USA and Turn-Key Mobile. No decisions were made; the bids will be taken into consideration.

• Bids opened for 2023-13 Vehicle Equipment Install and Repair Services (no decision)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will meet on May 2, 2023, starting with a closed session on security systems, followed by regular business. They will consider bids and contracts, including a concrete and concrete products bid, a subaward agreement, and a contract renewal for adult brain injury services. New business includes accounts payable review, a sheriff's department data room build-out project, a MoDOT FRE grant amendment, and a parking lease agreement. The meeting will end with another closed session on personnel issues.

• Bid award for 2023-12 Concrete & Concrete Products
• Signing of subaward agreement for FY22 Cole County
• Contract renewal for MODHSS Adult Brain Injury Service Coordination
• Awarding of Sheriff's Department Data Room Build Out Project
• MoDOT FRE Grant Amendment and Parking Lease Agreement

The Cole County Commission approved a $1,498,707 contract to Little Dixie Construction, LLC for the Sheriff's Department Data and Training Room. They also awarded a concrete bid, signed several EMA subaward agreements, and approved a lease with the City of Jefferson for 317 Adams Street. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Awarded Concrete & Concrete Products Bid No. 2023-12 to lowest bidder (3-0)
• Signed Cole County EMA Generator Load Testing Subaward Agreement (3-0)
• Signed Cole County EMA HSRT Subaward Agreement (3-0)
• Signed Cole County EMA Badging Subaward Agreement (3-0)
• Signed Cole County EMA MEOC Subaward Agreement (3-0)
• Signed Program Services Contract for MODHSS Adult Brain Injury Program (3-0)
• Awarded Sheriff's Department Data and Training Room contract to Little Dixie Construction, LLC for $1,498,707 (3-0)
• Signed Lease Agreement with City of Jefferson for 317 Adams Street (3-0)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including approving contracts and budget adjustments. Key items include signing a contract for the 2023 Pavement Preservation Seal Program, discussing a 1,000-gallon distributor tank, and approving a SiteMed proposal. The commission will also hold a closed session to discuss real estate matters.

• Approval of 2023 Pavement Preservation Seal Program contract
• Discussion & approval for 1,000 gal. distributor tank
• Contract signing for 2023-10 Inmate Welfare Products with Bob Barker
• 2nd and final reading of Budget Adjustment #9
• Vacation of excess right-of-way on Brown Road

The Commission approved several contracts for public works and law enforcement, including a pavement preservation program and a new transport vehicle for the Juvenile Center. They also authorized a budget adjustment for an emergency planning grant and approved EMS recoupment funds.

• Awarded 2023 Pavement Preservation Seal Program bid to Corrective Asphalt Materials (3-0)
• Approved purchase of 1,000 gallon Asphalt Distributor Tank from G.W. Van Keppel Company (3-0)
• Signed contract with Bob Barker for Law Enforcement Center Inmate Welfare Products (3-0)
• Approved SiteMed Fire Proposal for HAZMAT Team medical exams (3-0)
• Signed Budget Adjustment #9 for $63,710.22 for Local Emergency Planning Committee Grant (3-0)
• Vacated excess right of way on Brown Road (3-0)
• Approved $61,963.55 for Juvenile Center transport vehicle (3-0)
• Approved $292,958.21 Ground Emergency Medical Transport recoupment for EMS (3-0)

Bid Openings

Bids were received and opened for the Cole County Law Enforcement Center - Data & Training Room. Three companies submitted bids ranging from $1,470,000 to $1,555,000. No decision on a contract award was recorded.

• Opened bid from PCE Professional Contractors & Engineers Inc. ($1,555,000 base bid)
• Opened bid from Prost Builders, Inc. ($1,470,000 base bid)
• Opened bid from Little Dixie Construction ($1,498,707 base bid)

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for contract 2023-12, covering concrete and concrete products. The meeting is scheduled for April 20, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. in the Commission Chambers. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Bid opening for 2023-12 CONCRETE AND CONCRETE PRODUCTS
• Meeting at Cole County Commission Chambers, 311 E. High Street, Room 200, Jefferson City, MO
• Agenda includes only the bid opening; no other items are listed

The County received and opened bids for 2023-12 Concrete and Concrete Products. Bids were submitted by Cole County Industries, Wieberg Red-E-Mix, and Farmers Concrete. No contract was awarded during this meeting.

• Opened bids for 2023-12 Concrete and Concrete Products

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including awarding a bid for inmate welfare products and giving final approval to two budget adjustments. The agenda also includes an appointment to the County Care Leave Committee and a presentation from a Lincoln University security sciences program representative. Most items are procedural or routine in nature.

• Bid award of 2023-10 Inmate Welfare Products
• 2nd and final reading of Budget Adjustment #7
• 2nd and final reading of Budget Adjustment #8
• Appointment to County Care Leave Committee
• Presentation by Dr. Watson, LU Security Sciences Program

The Commission approved two budget adjustments totaling $44,989 for law enforcement and jail maintenance. The board also awarded a contract for inmate welfare products and appointed a member to the Care Leave Committee.

• Appointed Rachel Cortez to the Care Leave Committee (3-0)
• Awarded Bid No. 2023-10 Inmate Welfare Products to Bob Barker (3-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable (2-0-1)
• Approved Budget Adjustment #7 for $19,133.00 for Peace Officer Grant (3-0)
• Approved Budget Adjustment #8 for $25,856.00 for County Jail Maintenance (3-0)

Planning Committee

The Cole County Planning Commission is meeting to review three final minor subdivision plats: Stony Ridge Subdivision Plat 2 on Stony Gap Road, Hard Luck Acres on Missouri Route D, and HHH Subdivision on North Waterford Road. No variances, old business, or correspondence are on the agenda. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with approval of prior minutes and scheduling the next meeting.

• Stony Ridge Subdivision Plat 2 (minor, final) on Stony Gap Road, applicant Frank Haselhorst, CMPS
• Hard Luck Acres (minor, final) on Missouri Route D, applicant Devin Fischer, Mid State
• HHH Subdivision (minor, final) on North Waterford Road, applicant Greg Horn, Mid State
• Approval of minutes from March 14, 2023 regular meeting

The Cole County Planning Commission unanimously approved three subdivision plats subject to staff recommendations and comments from Cole County Abstract. The commission also approved the minutes from the March 14, 2023 meeting.

• Approved Stony Ridge Sub. Plat 2 on Stony Gap Rd. (Unanimous)
• Approved Hard Luck Acres plat on Rt. D (Unanimous)
• Approved HHH Subdivision plat on N. Waterford Rd. (Unanimous)
• Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including approving an additional services agreement for the Prenger Family Center, reviewing accounts payable, and holding the first reading of Budget Adjustment #9. They will also discuss Health Department salaries. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major public hearings or rezonings.

• Approval of Additional Services Agreement with Architects Alliance for Prenger Family Center
• 1st Reading of Budget Adjustment #9
• Health Department Salary Discussion
• Accounts Payable Review

The Commission approved a proposed salary grid for the Health Department and authorized additional funding for a study. Accounts payable were approved pending review. A budget adjustment for a SEMA grant was read for the first time with no action taken.

• Approved $3,500 addition for Prenger Family Center study (3-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (3-0)
• Approved Health Department salary grid as proposed (2-1)

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for the 2023-10 Inmate Welfare Products contract. This is a procedural step to receive bids for the contract.

• Bid opening for 2023-10 Inmate Welfare Products

The County received and opened bids for 2023-10 Inmate Welfare Products. No contract was awarded during this meeting; the County will take the submitted bids into consideration.

• Opened bids for 2023-10 Inmate Welfare Products from Charm-Tax, Products Unlimited, Bob Barker Company, and Aasdel Corporation

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will consider several bid awards, including for a multimodal transload rail facility and the 2023 asphalt overlay and chip seal programs, along with signing agreements for SROs, the Carnegie Building change order, and imaging services. They will also review budget adjustments and discuss technology purchases for the Sheriff's Department and communications. The meeting includes a closed session for real estate and legal matters.

• Bid award for Multimodal Transload Rail Facility
• Bid award for 2023 Asphalt Overlay Program 2023-501-1
• Bid award for 2023 Chip Seal Program 2023-502-1
• Signing of Change Order 2 for Carnegie Building
• 2nd and final reading of Budget Adjustment #6; 1st readings of #7 and #8

The Commission approved several high-value infrastructure contracts, including rail and road projects. It also authorized funding for cybersecurity, EMS equipment, and Sheriff's Department server upgrades.

• Awarded Multimodal Transload Rail Facility contract to Don Schnieders Excavating Company for $4,304,621.55 (3-0)
• Awarded 2023 Asphalt Overlay Program contract to Jefferson Asphalt Company for $625,585.20 (3-0)
• Awarded 2023 Chip Seal Program contract to Missouri Petroleum Products Co. for $568,216.87 (3-0)
• Approved $180,000 budget adjustment for CyberSecurity Grant (3-0)
• Approved $127,693.22 contract with Huber & Associates for Sheriff's Dept. Video Storage and Server (3-0)
• Approved $69,540.02 purchase of Cradlepoint Routers and Antennas for EMS (3-0)
• Appointed Clint Smith to the Mid-MO Regional Planning Commission (3-0)
• Signed SRO MOU agreements with Russellville R-1, Blair Oaks R-II, and Cole R-5 schools (3-0)

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for two 2023 road maintenance programs: the Asphalt Overlay Program (2023-501-1) and the Chip Seal Program (2023-502-1). This is a procedural step to receive contractor bids for these projects.

• 2023 Asphalt Overlay Program (bid 2023-501-1)
• 2023 Chip Seal Program (bid 2023-502-1)

Bids were received and opened for the 2023 Asphalt Overlay Program and the 2023 Chip Seal Program. Public Works will take the submitted bids into consideration. No contracts were awarded during this meeting.

• Opened bids for Asphalt Overlay Program Project No. 2023-501-1 from Higgins Asphalt and Jefferson Asphalt
• Opened bids for Chip Seal Program Project No. 2023-501-1 from Blevins Asphalt, Missouri Petroleum, and Vance Brothers

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including signing contracts, approving purchases, and reviewing accounts payable. Notable items include signing a jail maintenance grant award, a contract with Cole County Abstract & Title Co, and purchasing a copier and a pickup truck.

• Signing of County Jail Maintenance & Improvements Grant (CJMI) Grant Award
• Signing of Contract with Cole County Abstract & Title Co
• Purchase of ½ Ton Chevrolet Pickup Truck for Public Works
• Purchase of Copier for Sheriff’s Patrol Division
• Signing of ARPA Inventory Transfer from County to Osage Fire Protection

The Commission approved contracts for lien and title search services, concrete repair, and courthouse tower clock repair. They also authorized the purchase of a pickup truck and a copier, and approved the transfer of ARPA inventory to Osage Fire Protection District.

• Approved Lien and Title Search Services Contract for Collector's office and Cole County Abstract & Title Company (3-0)
• Approved County Jail Maintenance & Improvements Grant (CJMI) Grant Award for Sheriff's Dept (3-0)
• Approved Concrete Repair Services, Renewal 1 for Public Works, Bid # 2022-15 (3-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (3-0)
• Approved purchase of copier for Sheriff’s Patrol Division (3-0)
• Approved purchase of 1/2 Ton Chevrolet Pickup Truck for Public Works (3-0)
• Approved ARPA Inventory Transfer Agreement to Osage Fire Protection District (3-0)
• Approved Option #2 with S&N Clock Repair for Courthouse Tower Clock, pending legal review (3-0)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including approving accounts payable, a first reading of Budget Adjustment #6, and signing several contracts and agreements. They will also hear presentations on the Soil and Water Conservation District and Wisper Internet's fiber project connecting Taos. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• 1st Reading of Budget Adjustment #6
• Signing of SFY 2023 ARPA POG Grant Award
• Approval and Signing of Digital ReeL Sole Source
• Tyler Technology's Amendment
• Union Pacific Letter Agreement

The Commission approved several contracts and grants for the Sheriff's Department and authorized a payment for industry track construction. They also accepted the Collector's Annual Settlement statement and approved accounts payable. A budget adjustment for the Law General Fund was read but not acted upon.

• Approved Digital Reel Sole Source documents for Sheriff's Dept. (3-0)
• Approved Instagram Set-up for Sheriff's Dept. (3-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable (2-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved SFY 2023 ARPA POG Grant Award for Sheriff's Dept. (3-0)
• Approved Tyler Technologies Amendment for Sheriff's Dept. (3-0)
• Accepted Collector's Annual Settlement statement for year-ended 02-28-2023 (3-0)
• Approved Union Pacific Letter Agreement and $17,750 payment to Union Pacific Railroad Company (3-0)

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for the 2022-701-1 Railroad Spur Extension & Trans-load Facility project. This is a procedural step where bids are publicly opened and read, with no decisions made at this meeting.

• Bid opening for project 2022-701-1 Railroad Spur Extension & Trans-load Facility

Bids were received and opened for the Railroad Spur Extension & Trans-load Facility 2022-701-1. No contract was awarded; the bids must be reviewed by several entities before a decision is made.

• Opened bid from Don Schnieders Excavating Co. (Total: $4,304,621.55)
• Opened bid from Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc (Total: $4,911,880.21)
• Opened bid from Keeley Construction (Total: $6,609,213.21)
• Opened bid from Twehous Excavating Company (Total: $4,422,472.62)

Planning Committee

The Planning Commission unanimously approved two plats for property development. One approval was for a replat of reserve parcels on Marina Road, and the other was for a recreational subdivision on Water Street.

• Approved replat of lots 4 & 5 of reserve parcel 1 (Excalibur Properties) on Marina Rd (unanimous)
• Approved Paddle Boat Landing plat on Water St for recreational purposes (unanimous)
• Approved February 14, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including appointments, bids, contracts, and new business. Key items include approving several sole-source contracts for law enforcement technology, a bid for a gravel road upgrade on Loesch Road, and a quote for ambulance paint protection. The commission will also review accounts payable and discuss ventilation fans for the maintenance shop.

• Reappointment of Stacy Fick and John Gulick to Joint Public Library Board
• Approval of bid for Loesch Road Gravel Road Upgrade 2021-901-1
• Approval of sole-source contracts: Grayshift, Crime Point, PenLink, AVAIL Forensics, Outdoor Warning Consulting
• Approval of quote with Mid-Mo Dents for ceramic protection of ambulance paint
• Approval of Change Order 1 for Health Department Driveway Project

The Cole County Commission approved several sole-source contracts for the Sheriff's Department and a gravel road upgrade project. The board also authorized funding for EMS equipment and Public Works maintenance. Additionally, two members were reappointed to the Joint Public Library Board.

• Reappointed Stacy Fick and John Gulick to the Joint Public Library Board (3-0)
• Approved $5,427.00 for ceramic protection on 3 EMS ambulances
• Awarded Loesch Road Gravel Road Upgrade Project contract to Mera Excavating (3-0)
• Approved Sheriff's Dept. contracts with Grayshift ($31,420.00), Crime Point ($28,313.00), PenLink ($9,999.56), and AVAIL Forensics ($19,714.00) (3-0)
• Approved $19,225.00 for Outdoor Warning Consulting (3-0)
• Approved up to $16,000.00 for EMS tactical duty vests and ballistic helmets (3-0)
• Approved $30,379.20 change order for Health Department Driveway Project (3-0)
• Approved $13,321.00 for Public Works maintenance shop ventilation fans (3-0)

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for the Loesch Road Gravel Road Upgrade project (2021-901-1) on March 10, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. in the Commission Chambers. This is a procedural step to receive contractor bids for the road work.

• Bid opening for Loesch Road Gravel Road Upgrade 2021-901-1
• Meeting at Cole County Commission Chambers, 311 E. High Street, Room 200, Jefferson City, MO

The County received and opened six bids for the Loesch Road Gravel Road Upgrade # 2021-901-1. No contract was awarded during this meeting; the County will take the bids into consideration.

• Opened bid from Twehous Excavating Company: $1,958,812.61
• Opened bid from Mera Excavating Company: $1,621,279.38
• Opened bid from MMLC: $1,978,701.82
• Opened bid from Jeff Schnieders Excavating Inc.: $2,093,658.81
• Opened bid from Don Schnieders Excavating Co.: $1,946,967.30
• Opened bid from Emery Sapp & Sons: $2,323,185.49

Road & Bridge Advisory Board

The Road and Bridge Advisory Committee recommended approval for the funding and project of the Wildwood Drive extension. The committee also voted to endorse plans for a new Public Works building and Central Maintenance facility on Monticello Road.

• Approved agenda as printed
• Approved November 17, 2022 meeting minutes with spelling correction
• Recommended approval for funding and project of Wildwood Drive extension
• Endorsed plan for Central Maintenance and new Public Works building on Monticello Road

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including approving minutes, reports, and contracts. The main business is awarding multiple bids for road materials, asphalt, equipment, and other supplies, as well as signing several agreements. The commission will also discuss new business items such as removing TikTok from county computers and additional funding for the jail buildout.

• Bid awards for 2023 road materials, blades, mosquito spray, vegetation spray, leased equipment, cold milling & asphalt paving, sign materials, asphalt materials, and pipes
• Subrecipient agreement with the City of Jefferson
• Proposed contract with Landmark Recovery
• Discussion on removal of TikTok from county computers
• Additional money for jail buildout

The Commission approved a subrecipient agreement for the Fire Tower Hyde Park Project and awarded multiple bids for road and maintenance materials. Other actions included blocking TikTok on county devices and authorizing funds for a jail buildout study.

• Approved $200,000 for Jefferson City Fire Tower Hyde Park Project (3-0)
• Awarded Bid #2023-04 Vegetation Spray Materials to Nutrien AG Solutions (3-0)
• Awarded Bid #2023-06 Cold Milling & Asphalt Paving Services to Jefferson Asphalt (3-0)
• Approved Fire Station Facility Lease Agreement with Osage Fire Protection District (3-0)
• Approved Independent Contractor Agreement with Landmark Recovery for Juvenile Office (3-0)
• Approved blocking TikTok application on county-wide devices (3-0)
• Authorized additional $6,900 for jail buildout study (3-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (2-0, 1 abstain)

Parks Committee

The Cole County Parks Committee is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and hearing updates. They will discuss the replacement of a parks tractor, the completed walking trail parking lot, a new park near Elston, and lighting at Thoenen Park. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Parks tractor replacement delivery expected April 1st
• County Park walking trail parking lot completed
• Update and discussion on new park near Elston
• Lighting at Thoenen Park

The committee approved a recommendation to install security lighting at Thoenen Park for up to $1,000. Members discussed the phased development of a new park near Elston and reviewed the completion of a walking trail parking lot.

• Approved recommendation for security lighting at Thoenen Park with cost up to $1,000
• Approved agenda
• Approved September 6, 2022 meeting minutes

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will handle routine administrative matters, including reappointments, contract approvals, and grant applications. They will also conduct the second and final reading of Budget Adjustment #5 and review accounts payable. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss bids, contracts, and real estate.

• Reappointments to Special Services Board and Heartland Port Authority
• Agreement with Lincoln University for Accounting Services
• 2023-2024 Highway Safety Grant applications (DWI and HMV)
• Intergovernmental agreement with City of Jefferson for Computer Aided Dispatch
• 2nd and final reading of Budget Adjustment #5

The Commission approved several sole-source contracts for law enforcement and EMS equipment, signed two highway safety grant applications, and reappointed members to the Special Services and Heartland Port Authority boards. It also approved a $21,995 budget adjustment for Emergency Management.

• Reappointed Roger Schwartze, Doug Smentkowski, and Marcrissie Henley to Special Services Board (3-0)
• Reappointed Jeffrey Naught to Heartland Port Authority Board (3-0)
• Approved Salute to America Agreement (3-0)
• Approved $16,275 for EMS Monitor Mounts from Technimount System (3-0)
• Approved $37,587.88 for EMS Station Alerting System from US Digital Design (3-0)
• Approved $21,995 budget adjustment for FY 2021 Emergency Management Performance Grant (3-0)
• Approved $80,202.41 in Personal Property Abatements (3-0)
• Approved $25,438 contract with Zimmer Communications for Sheriff’s recruitment media (3-0)

Road & Bridge Advisory Board

The Cole County Road and Bridge Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and potentially recommend funding for the Wildwood Drive extension, along with updates on other projects. The board will also review stormwater runoff control projects, future projects, and its own bylaws.

• Funding recommendation for Wildwood Drive Extension
• Rail Spur Extension and Transload Facility update
• Wildwood Drive Extension and Militia Drive Extension update
• Stormwater Runoff Control Projects update and discussion
• Central Maintenance and New Building discussion

The committee received updates on current projects and recent grant awards. Discussions were held regarding the Algoa rail spur extension and potential extensions for Wildwood Drive and Militia Drive. No votes were taken on new construction projects.

• Approved agenda (Don Hillis motioned, Harry Otto seconded)
• Approved August 18, 2022 meeting minutes (Bruce Dawson motioned, Larry Bishop seconded)

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for nine contracts covering road materials, equipment, and services. The bids will be opened publicly at the Commission Chambers on February 23, 2023, at 3:00 p.m.

• 2023-01 ROAD MATERIALS
• 2023-02 BLADES
• 2023-03 MOSQUITO SPRAY MATERIALS
• 2023-06 COLD MILLING & ASPHALT PAVING SERVICES
• 2023-08 ASPHALT MATERIALS

The County opened bids for nine different categories of materials and services. No contracts were awarded during this meeting; the County stated it will take all bids into consideration.

• Opened bids for #2023-01 Road Materials
• Opened bids for #2023-02 Blades
• Opened bids for #2023-03 Mosquito Spray Materials
• Opened bids for #2023-04 Vegetation Spray Materials
• Opened bids for #2023-05 Leased Equipment
• Opened bids for #2023-06 Cold Milling & Asphalt Paving Services
• Opened bids for #2023-07 Sign Materials
• Opened bids for #2023-08 Asphalt Materials and #2023-09 Pipes

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will hold its regular meeting, addressing routine administrative matters and reports. Key items include approving a renewal for generator maintenance services, reviewing accounts payable, and holding the second and final reading of Budget Adjustment #4. The commission will also discuss Years of Service Pay and then enter a closed session to discuss security systems.

• Approval of Renewal 2 for Generator Maintenance Services
• Accounts Payable Review
• 2nd and Final Reading of Budget Adjustment #4
• Discussion of Years of Service Pay
• Closed session on existing or proposed security systems

The Commission approved a budget adjustment for a Drug Task Force grant and adopted a Years of Service Pay Plan. Other actions included approving a generator maintenance renewal and accounts payable.

• Approved 2nd renewal for Generator Maintenance Services with Cummins (3-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (3-0)
• Approved Court Order #4 for Drug Task Force Grant for Law Enforcement Fund of $124,107.14 for Sheriff's Dept (3-0)
• Adopted Years of Service Pay Plan effective through 12-31-2022 at $100.00 per year credited (3-0)

Planning Committee

The Cole County Planning Commission is meeting to approve minutes, review an update on the 10604 Marina Road variance request, and consider two final plats: a replat of lots 4 and 5 for Excalibur Properties on Marina Road, and a minor plat for Paddle Boat Landing on Water Street by Mike and Leanne Schaben. No variances or other business are scheduled.

• Update on 10604 Marina Road variance request
• Replat Lots 4 & 5, Excalibur Properties, Marina Road Final (Bryce Hickman, H&H)
• Paddle Boat Landing Minor, Water Street Final (Mike & Leanne Schaben, OCLS)

The Commission unanimously approved the Richbern Ridge subdivision plat for recreational use. It also approved two variances for a detached garage at 10604 Marina Rd, including a floodplain regulation variance subject to engineering clarification.

• Approved Richbern Ridge subdivision plat (unanimous)
• Approved floodplain regulation variance for 10604 Marina Rd garage subject to no-rise certificate review (unanimous, 1 abstention)
• Approved rear setback variance for 10604 Marina Rd garage (unanimous, 1 abstention)
• Approved January 10, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including approving contracts, reviewing accounts payable, and discussing budget adjustments. They will hold public hearings on a speed limit change on Loesch and new stop signs on Joseph and Amanda Drives, and discuss a new county park and grass mowing.

• Public hearing: Speed limit change on Loesch
• Public hearing: New stop sign on Joseph Drive
• Public hearing: New stop sign on Amanda Drive
• Approval of Butterfly Network sole source contract
• 2nd reading of Budget Adjustment #3

The Commission approved a speed limit change on Loesch Road and new stop signs on Joseph Drive and Amanda Drive. Other actions included approving an ultrasound system for EMS and a budget adjustment for the Sheriff's Department.

• Approved Butterfly Network contract for EMS ultrasound system and iPads (3-0)
• Approved FY23 Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification for Sheriff's Dept (3-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (3-0)
• Approved Budget Adjustment #3 of $9,963.00 for Law Enforcement Fund Mustang Grant (3-0)
• Approved speed limit change on Loesch Road (3-0)
• Approved installation of new stop sign on Joseph Drive (3-0)
• Approved installation of new stop sign on Amanda Drive (3-0)
• Approved Amendment #01 to Agreement DH210050451 for State Investment in Local Public Health Services (3-0)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will consider multiple budget adjustments, including final readings of adjustments #1 and #2 and a first reading of #4, along with several contracts and agreements. They will also discuss the ARPA stormwater runoff control project, a multimodal transload facility status update, and an emergency purchase acknowledgment. The agenda includes routine items like accounts payable and a subdivision street acceptance.

• 2nd and final reading of Budget Adjustment #1 and #2
• 1st reading of Budget Adjustment #4
• Letter Agreement from Union Pacific for Multimodal Transload Facility
• Approval of MOU with American Red Cross and Agreement with Healthy Blue
• Intrado 911 Phone System Change Order #1 and Priority Dispatch Quote from EMS Capital

County Commission

The Commission approved several operational contracts, including an EMS 911 phone system and a juvenile tracker agreement. They also authorized a $119,107.14 State Drug Task Force grant and the vacation of certain platted right of ways in Henley.

• Appointed Rachel Busche to the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Technical Committee (3-0)
• Approved $119,107.14 State Drug Task Force (DFT) Grant Award (3-0)
• Approved contracts with Huber & Associates for EMS 911 Phone System (3-0)
• Approved Independent Contractor Agreement with Lakisha Collins for DYS Grant at $20/hour (3-0)
• Approved Court Order for Vacation of Certain Platted Right of Ways in Henley (3-0)
• Approved purchase of tractor and mower for Parks Department (3-0)
• Approved signing surplus titles for two ambulances (3-0)
• Tabled Soil and Water Conservation Court Order and Union Pacific Letter Agreement

County Commission

The Cole County Commission will consider several administrative items, including signing contracts with Verizon Wireless and Huber, accepting grant awards for bulletproof vests and law enforcement, and approving budget adjustments. They will also discuss the Active Transportation Plan with CAMPO and consider an ambulance purchase and a TAP grant application.

• Signing of NASPO Agreement with Verizon Wireless
• Signing of 2022 Bulletproof Vest Grant Award
• Approval and Signing of DEVNET Renewal Contract
• 1st Reading of Budget Adjustment #1 and #2
• Approval of Ambulance Purchase

The Cole County Commission approved the purchase of two ambulances for EMS and signed several grants and contracts for the Sheriff's Department. The board also authorized a utility easement for a Multimodal Transload Facility and approved a road trust agreement.

• Approved purchase of 2 ambulances from Osage Industries for EMS (2-0)
• Approved $3,500 contract with Huber & Associates for Sheriff's Dept. DMZ Setup and Connectivity (2-0)
• Approved 2022 Bulletproof Vest Grant Award and 2022 Local Law Enforcement Block Grant Award for Sheriff's Dept. (2-0)
• Approved agreement with Verizon Wireless for Sheriff's Dept. NASPO Agreement (2-0)
• Approved Sanitary Sewer and General Utility Easement to the City of Jefferson for Multimodal Transload Facility (2-0)
• Approved 2023 County Aid Road Trust (CART) Agreement with Missouri Department of Conversation (2-0)
• Approved 2023 Engagement Letter for Assessment Appeals with John Ruth of Newman, Comley & Ruth (2-0)
• Approved Resolution Authorizing Support of a Transportation Alternative Program (TAP) Grant Application (2-0)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, reports, and announcements. The only substantive item on the agenda is a resolution related to Amendment 3 sales tax under new business. No other specific actions or contracts are listed.

• Amendment 3 Sales Tax Resolution

The Cole County Commission adopted a Substitute Order to impose a 3% countywide sales tax. The ballot language for the April 4th election mirrors language used by the City of Jefferson.

• Adopted Substitute Order for 3% countywide sales tax (2-0, 1 absent)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative matters and several concrete actions. They will consider awarding bids for the Lakewood Subdivision Stormwater Improvements and Railroad Spur Extension Clearing projects, sign contracts for healthcare, software, and a specialty vehicle, and discuss a recreational marijuana sales tax ballot initiative. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss legal actions.

• Bid award for Lakewood Subdivision Stormwater Improvements Project No. 2022-201-1
• Bid award for Railroad Spur Extension Clearing Contract, Project No. 2022-701-0
• Signing contract with Advanced Correctional Healthcare
• Approval of Motorola Radio Purchase from EMS Capital
• Recreational Marijuana Sales Tax Ballot Initiative discussion

The Commission approved ballot language for a 3% sales tax on adult marijuana use for the April 4, 2023 election. They also approved several equipment purchases for EMS and the Sheriff's Department and awarded a stormwater project contract.

• Approved 3% County Sales Tax on Adult use of Marijuana ballot language (3-0)
• Approved $76,404.00 ASAP Off Road Specialty Vehicle for EMS (2-0, 1 absent)
• Approved $39,614.62 Motorola Radio Purchase for EMS (2-0, 1 absent)
• Awarded Lakewood Subdivision Stormwater Improvements Project to Logan Excavating LLC (2-0, 1 absent)
• Accepted $153,750.00 Railroad Spur Extension Clearing Contract (2-0, 1 absent)
• Approved Agreement for Health Care to Incarcerated Patients with Advanced Correctional Healthcare (2-0, 1 absent)
• Approved Public Works Salary Schedule with modifications (2-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Sole Source Advertisement for IPro Contract for Sheriff's Dept (2-0, 1 absent)

Bid Openings

The Cole County Commission is holding a bid opening for the Lakewood Subdivision Stormwater Improvements project (Project No. 2022-201-1). This is a procedural step to receive contractor bids for the project.

• Bid opening for Lakewood Subdivision Stormwater Improvements, Project No. 2022-201-1

The County received and opened bids for the Railroad Spur Extension Clearing Contract and Lakewood Subdivision Stormwater Improvements. No contracts were awarded during this meeting; the County stated it will take the bids into consideration.

• Opened bids for Railroad Spur Extension Clearing Contract (Project No. 2022-701-0) ranging from $153,750.00 to $351,500.00
• Opened bids for Lakewood Subdivision Stormwater Improvements (Project No. 2022-201-0) ranging from $97,182.69 to $139,357.00

County Commission

The Commission met and entered a closed session to discuss real estate. No other substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss real estate (3-0)
• Approved motion to exit closed session and recess (3-0)

Traffic & Safety Advisory Board

The board denied requests for a blind driveway sign on Zion Road, speed bumps on Terra Bella Drive, and a 20 mph limit on Old Forge Road. The board approved a plan to adjust speed limits on Loesch Road, raising the rural limit to 40 mph while maintaining 30 mph in residential areas.

• Denied blind driveway sign request for Zion Road
• Denied speed bump request for Terra Bella Drive
• Approved raising rural speed limit to 40 mph and keeping 30 mph in residential areas on Loesch Road
• Denied request for 20 mph speed limit on Old Forge Road
• Approved 2023 meeting dates

Planning Committee

The Cole County Planning Commission will review two final subdivision plats: Havens Way Subdivision on Rock Ridge Road and Meller Subdivision Section 4 replat on West Lohman Road. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no old business, variances, or correspondence.

• Havens Way Subdivision minor final plat, Rock Ridge Road, submitted by Curtis Fischer
• Meller Subdivision Section 4 replat, West Lohman Road, submitted by Karen Meller

The Cole County Planning Commission unanimously approved two subdivision plats following staff recommendations. The commission also approved the minutes from the December 13, 2022, meeting.

• Approved Haven’s Way Subdivision plat on Rockridge Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved Meller Subdivision Sec. 4 plat on W. Lohman Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved December 13, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including approving multiple contracts, change orders, and sole-source purchases. The agenda also includes a closed session to discuss real estate, as permitted by Missouri law. Most items are procedural approvals rather than new policy decisions.

• Signing contract with Advanced Correctional Healthcare
• Approval of Change Order No. 1 for Grand Point
• Signing agreement for Friendship Road Box Culvert Improvements engineering services
• Approval of multiple sole-source contracts (C&C Group, Henry M Adkins, Accurate Controls, Teleflex)
• Closed session for real estate discussion under Section 610.021(2)

The Commission approved several infrastructure contracts, including stormwater and culvert improvements. They adopted a revised employee handbook and authorized the publication of a mobile app. Several sole source contracts for the Sheriff's Department, EMS, and County Clerk were also approved.

• Adopted Revised 1/1/2023 Cole County Employee Handbook (3-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Grand Point Stormwater Improvements (3-0)
• Approved Engineering Services for Friendship Road Box Culvert Improvements (3-0)
• Authorized CivicPlus to publish mobile app to Google Play Store (3-0)
• Renewed Pest Management Services Agreement with Mike's Pest Control Services (3-0)
• Renewed EMS Fleet Maintenance & Repair contract with Donnie Braun & Sons Auto Repair (3-0)
• Approved sole source contracts for C&C Group, Henry M Adkins, Accurate Controls, and Teleflex (3-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable pending review (2-0-1)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including approving minutes and reports. The main items are a public hearing for the 2023 budget followed by adoption of the final budget. They will also consider approval of an ESRI quotation for software or services.

• Public hearing for 2023 budget
• Adoption of final 2023 budget
• ESRI quotation approval and signing

The Commission held and closed a public hearing to adopt the 2023 Budget. They also approved fund transfers involving the Sheriff and the Recorder of Deeds. A renewal quotation for GIS software was signed.

• Approved renewal quotation with ESRI for GIS Software (3-0)
• Opened public hearing for 2023 Budget (3-0)
• Closed public hearing for 2023 Budget (3-0)
• Approved MOU with Sheriff to transfer Law Enforcement Fund monies (3-0)
• Approved MOU with Recorder's office to accept 2023 monies into General Revenue account (3-0)
• Adopted 2023 Budget and signed Court Order (3-0)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including renewing a contract with a detention facility in Adair, approving a sole-source purchase from ASAP Vehicles, and signing several documents. The agenda also includes a closed session to discuss personnel and real estate matters, which are exempt from public discussion under Missouri law.

• Renewal of contract with detention facility in Adair
• Approval of sole source purchase with ASAP Vehicles
• Signing of surplus title
• MultiModal Transload Facility emergency purchase
• Signing of MOHealthNet representation letter for 2019 GEMT cost report

The Commission approved a contract for secure juvenile detention services and a sole source for ASAP vehicles. They also waived competitive bidding for a MultiModal Transload Facility emergency purchase and signed a MOHealthNet representation letter.

• Approved contract for Secure Juvenile Detention Services with Bruce Normile Juvenile Justice Center (3-0)
• Approved running of the Sole Source for ASAP Vehicles (3-0)
• Approved signing the Surplus Title for the Sheriff's 2002 Ford Van (3-0)
• Waived advertisement of competitive bids for MultiModal Transload Facility Emergency Purchase (3-0)
• Approved signing the MOHealthNet Representation Letter for 2019 GEMT Cost Report (3-0)
• Entered Closed Session to discuss personnel and real estate (3-0)

County Commission

The Cole County Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including renewing a contract with a detention facility in Adair, approving a sole-source purchase from ASAP Vehicles, and signing a surplus title. They will also review accounts payable and discuss an emergency purchase for the MultiModal Transload Facility. The meeting includes a closed session for personnel and real estate discussions.

• Renewal of contract with detention facility in Adair
• Approval of sole source with ASAP Vehicles
• Signing of surplus title
• MultiModal Transload Facility emergency purchase
• Signing of MOHealthNet representation letter for 2019 GEMT cost report

The Commission approved a contract for secure juvenile detention services and authorized a sole source for ASAP vehicles. It also waived competitive bids for a MultiModal Transload Facility emergency purchase and signed a MOHealthNet representation letter.

• Approved contract for Secure Juvenile Detention Services with Bruce Normile Juvenile Justice Center (3-0)
• Approved running of the Sole Source for ASAP Vehicles (3-0)
• Approved signing the Surplus Title for the Sheriff's 2002 Ford Van (3-0)
• Waived advertisement of competitive bids for MultiModal Transload Facility Emergency Purchase (3-0)
• Approved signing the MOHealthNet Representation Letter for 2019 GEMT Cost Report (3-0)
• Entered Closed Session at 9:15 a.m. to discuss personnel and real estate (3-0)
• Exited Closed Session at 10:33 a.m. (3-0)