Columbia public meetings in 2023

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a work session regarding a proposed text amendment for small lot standards. The meeting includes the review of staff reports and draft documentation related to this change.

• Small Lot Standards Text Amendment

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will review multiple development requests including a 122-lot plat at 3705 Gibbs Road. Other items include rezoning requests for property on Fairview Road and a conditional use permit for a storage facility on I-70 Drive SE.

• 122-lot preliminary plat for 'Amberton Place' at 3705 Gibbs Road
• Rezoning of 24.23 acres at 700 Fairview Road to Mixed-use Corridor
• 5-lot preliminary plat for 'Gordon Farms' near Worley Street and Fairview Road
• 8-lot preliminary plat for 'Russell Subdivision Phase 7' at 709 Russell Boulevard
• Conditional Use Permit for a self-service storage facility at 3412 I-70 Drive SE

Tree Board

The scheduled meeting for the City of Columbia Tree Board has been canceled. The agenda originally included updates on a natural resources inventory, grant proposals, and city tree fund goals.

City Council

The Columbia City Council will hold public hearings on sewer improvements and new park facilities at Gans Creek Recreation Area. The meeting also includes votes on amendments to business license regulations and employee leave benefits.

• Proposed playground, shelters, and trails in Gans Creek Recreation Area
• Amendment to City Code regarding business licenses and armed guard regulations
• Establishment of paid family and medical leave for new City employees
• Lease agreement with American Airlines at the Columbia Regional Airport
• Annexation of property located at 3705 W. Gibbs Road

Building Construction Codes Commission

The commission will address new business regarding a mini storage building at 4501 Peabody rd. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda and general comments from the public, members, and staff.

• Mini storage building at 4501 Peabody rd

City Council

The City Council will receive a presentation regarding the 10-year renewal of the 1/4-cent Capital Improvement Sales Tax. The Council also intends to enter a closed session to discuss preparations for negotiations with employee groups.

• 10-year Renewal of the 1/4-cent Capital Improvement Sales Tax Project Update
• Closed session discussion regarding negotiations with employee groups

Finance Advisory and Audit Committee

The committee will review the structure and mandate of the FAAC and review the city finance ordinance. The meeting also includes a review of the monthly economic report.

• FAAC Structure/Mandate Review
• Finance Ordinance Review
• Monthly Economic Report

Disabilities Commission

The commission will conduct elections for its Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. The agenda also includes discussions regarding closed sidewalks, construction, and a sanctuary city ordinance for LGBTQ citizens.

• Elections for Commission Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Discussion of closed sidewalks and construction
• Discussion of Sanctuary City Ordinance for LGBTQ Citizens
• Review of the Speakers Schedule

Citizens Police Review Board

The Board will review several police policies including 300, 306, 440, and 447. Members are also conducting audits of 2022 complaints regarding search and seizure, use of force, and discourtesy. Additionally, the Board will review a preliminary draft of its 2023 Annual Report.

• Review of Police Policies 300, 306, 440, and 447
• Audit of 2022 complaints involving search and seizure, use of force, and discourtesy
• Review of Preliminary Draft 2023 Annual Report
• De-escalation Training presentation by Sgt. Kim German

Water and Light Advisory Board

The board will review October 2023 financial statements and annual water and electric usage data. Members will also discuss final FY 2024 operating, maintenance, and capital improvement budgets.

• FY 2024 Electric and Water O&M expense and revenue budgets
• FY 2024 Capital Improvement Project (CIP) budget
• October 2023 electric and water financial statements
• FY23 annual water and electric usage reports
• City Renewable Energy Ordinance update

Parking Advisory Commission

The Parking Advisory Commission will discuss parking revenue and Short Street Cable. The agenda also includes a presentation by Walker Consultants to the City Council.

• Discussion of parking revenue
• Short Street Cable
• Walker Consultants presentation to Council

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider a public hearing regarding TKG St. Peters Shopping Center, LLC and 7Brew Coffee. The request seeks relief from various form-based design provisions, Urban Space Standards, and the required drive-thru 'by-pass' lane in the M-DT zoning district.

• Case # 25-2024: Relief from design provisions at 209 S. Providence Road
• Elimination of required drive-thru 'by-pass' lane

Youth Advisory Council

The Youth Advisory Council will handle routine administrative items, including approving its November meeting minutes. Members will share updates on recent city meetings, discuss a planned podcast with staff, and review youth summit preparations. The council will also consider drafting a letter of support regarding sanctuary city policy.

• Review and approval of the November 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• Updates on National League of Cities attendance and recent City Council meetings
• Discussion of a podcast with city staff and upcoming youth summit plans
• Consideration of a letter of support regarding sanctuary city policy

Water and Light Advisory Board

The Water and Light Advisory Board will discuss the rise of electric vehicles. The discussion includes implications for utility planning, grid efficiency, and program design.

• Discussion on the rise of electric vehicles (EVs)
• Review of EV implications for utility planning
• Discussion on harnessing EVs for grid efficiency
• Discussion on effective program design

Commission on Cultural Affairs

The Commission will review minutes from the November 13, 2023, meeting and receive updates regarding various cultural programs. Reports include updates on the Columbia Arts Fund, CoMoGives, and the Columbia Values Diversity Celebration.

• Arts Funding Sub-Committee update
• Columbia Arts Fund Update
• CoMoGives report
• Columbia Values Diversity Celebration commemorative poster
• Status of FY23 & FY24 Funding

Airport Advisory Board

The board will review the October 2023 meeting minutes and discuss air service. The agenda also includes an update on the Airport Master Plan and the appointment of a new AAB Chair.

• AAB Chair Appointment
• Air Service Discussion
• Airport Master Plan Update

Firefighters' Retirement Board

The board will review several financial documents including the Statement of Changes in Plan Net Assets and retiree registers. The meeting includes a review of previous minutes and upcoming financial reporting.

• Fire Statement of Changes in Plan Net Assets
• Fire - Retire Register 12-8-23
• Fire - DROP 12-8-23

Police Retirement Board

The Police Retirement Board will conduct its quarterly meeting at Columbia City Hall. The agenda includes the review of financial reports and retirement registers.

• Police Statement of Changes in Plan Net Assets
• Police - Retire Register 12-8-23
• Police - DROP 12-8-23

Investment Committee

The Columbia, Missouri Investment Committee will hold its quarterly meeting to approve routine administrative items, discuss a matter related to Lagers, and review an investment analysis presentation from UBS. The agenda does not list specific votes, budget allocations, or policy changes for this session.

• Approval of the December 8 meeting agenda and September 8 minutes
• Discussion regarding Lagers
• Presentation by UBS on investment analysis
• Cybersecurity policy prohibiting USB drives for presentations (effective Jan. 1, 2023)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a proposed text amendment for the Residential Cottage (RC) District. The discussion includes an analysis of UDC dimensional standards and lot area requirements.

• UDC Text Amendment - RC (Residential Cottage) District
• 3K - 5K proposed RC Lot Area Analysis

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Columbia Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Case #45-2023, which proposes amendments to Chapter 29 of the City Code regarding short-term rentals (STRs). The proposed changes would update STR definitions, revise permitted use tables for zoning districts, and establish tiered operational standards including rental day limits. These rules also address licensure, site requirements, and operational limitations for STR properties. The commission is reviewing public feedback collected via BeHeard Engagement before taking action.

• Public hearing on Case #45-2023 to amend Chapter 29 of the City Code for short-term rentals
• Proposed updates to STR definitions and permitted use tables across zoning districts
• New tiered structure setting operational limits and rental day restrictions
• Additional standards covering licensure, site requirements, and operational rules
• Public comment period via BeHeard Engagement ran from October 27 to November 27

Mayor's Council on Physical Fitness and Health

The council will review the Winter Well-Being Expo and discuss the Mayor's Mile. A presentation regarding the StoryWalk project is also scheduled.

• StoryWalk project presentation
• Winter Well-Being Expo review
• Mayor's Mile discussion
• Mayor's Awards timeline confirmation

Columbia Area Transportation Study Organization (CATSO)

The CATSO Coordinating Committee will hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to the FY 2024-2027 Transportation Improvement Program. The committee will also discuss the release of a Request for Proposal for the Metropolitan Transportation Plan update.

• Public hearing for a new MoDOT construction project in the FY 2024-2027 TIP amendment
• Release of a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Metropolitan Transportation Plan update
• Approval of the August 24, 2023, meeting minutes

Community Land Trust Organization Board

The Community Land Trust Organization Board will meet to discuss new business. The agenda includes an agreement for administrative services dated November 30, 2023.

• CCLT City Administrative Services Agreement 11.30.23

Housing and Community Development Commission

The Commission will receive an overview of CDBG and HOME funds from housing staff. Stacey Button, President of Regional Economic Development Inc (REDI), will also provide a presentation on economic development.

• Overview of CDBG and HOME funds
• Economic Development presentation by REDI

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review a demolition permit application for 401 S. William Street. Staff will also provide updates on the FY24 CLG Grant Preservation Plan and upcoming public input for the Central City UC-O Study.

• Demolition permit application for 401 S. William Street
• FY24 CLG Grant updates regarding the Preservation Plan
• Central City UC-O Study public input scheduled for December 14th

Commission on Human Rights

The Commission on Human Rights will discuss sanctuary city policy and a planned listening session at the library. The meeting also includes updates regarding the Citizen Police Review Board representative and inclusionary policy. Jane Williams from Love Columbia is scheduled for a special item presentation.

• Sanctuary City Discussion
• Library Listening Session
• Citizen Police Review Board representative update
• Inclusionary Policy review
• Website discrimination form update

Commission on Human Rights

The Outreach Subcommittee will meet to conduct business including the approval of minutes from June 6, 2023. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding a March Listening Session.

• Approval of Outreach Subcommittee Minutes from June 6, 2023
• March Listening Session

City Council

The City Council will review several budget amendments, including funds for the Columbia Sports Fieldhouse in A. Perry Philips Park. The agenda also includes accepting a federal transportation grant and discussing proposed trail improvements in Gans Creek Recreation Area. Additionally, the council will swear in the new Police Chief.

• Budget amendment for Phase II of the Columbia Sports Fieldhouse construction
• Acceptance of U.S. Department of Transportation SS4A grant for Vision Zero Program
• Proposed playground and trail improvements in Gans Creek Recreation Area
• Swearing in of Jill Schlude as Police Chief
• Major amendments to PD Plans for Centerpointe Hospital and Fairview Marketplace

City Council

The Columbia City Council will discuss proposed changes to the Parking Utility ordinance. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Natural Resources Inventory. A motion for closed session regarding legal matters, real estate transactions, and sealed bids will be considered.

• Proposed changes to the Parking Utility ordinance
• Natural Resources Inventory presentation
• Closed session discussion on legal actions and real estate transactions

Commission on Cultural Affairs

The Commission on Cultural Affairs is meeting to discuss the history of City Arts Funding. The agenda also includes reviewing correspondence to be sent to the City Council.

• History of City Arts Funding
• Correspondence to City Council

Downtown Columbia Leadership Council

The Downtown Columbia Leadership Council will review the October 25, 2023 minutes. The agenda includes discussing a letter of support for the Parking Utility and a request to City Council regarding an additional member and name change.

• Parking Utility - Letter of Support
• DLC Letter to Council Requesting an Additional Member & Name Change
• Approval of October 25, 2023 Minutes

Climate and Environment Commission

The Commission will review an update on the Natural Resources Inventory. Members will also discuss the FY2025 budget and a report regarding 100% renewable energy by 2030.

• Natural Resources Inventory Update
• FY2025 Budget Discussion
• Community Solar Council Action
• The Energy Authority Report - 100% Renewable Energy by 2030
• Draft CMWL 100% Renewable Study and financial impact

Building Construction Codes Commission

The Building Construction Codes Commission meeting scheduled for November 27, 2023, was cancelled. No specific business items were listed on the agenda.

City Council

The City Council will consider several applications to fill a vacant seat in Ward 2. The meeting also includes the appointment of a Mayor Pro Tem.

• Appointment of a Ward 2 Council Member (R186-23)
• Review of eight candidate applications for the Ward 2 vacancy
• Appointment of Mayor Pro Tem

Public Transit Advisory Commission

The commission will review the Olsson Study update and October 2023 ridership data. The meeting also includes a Vice Chair election and updates from City Council and other commissions.

• Olsson Study Update
• Vice Chair Election
• October 2023 Ridership report

City Council

The City Council will consider a real estate donation to create Stuart Park and improvements to L.A. Nickell Golf Course. The agenda includes budget amendments for police funding, park reserves, and community services using ARPA funds. Public comments are scheduled regarding solid waste pay and sanctuary city status.

• Improvements to cart storage and parking at L.A. Nickell Golf Course
• Real estate donation for Stuart Park at 8850 S. Stanley Poe Road
• Allocation of ARPA funds for housing, homelessness, and community violence services
• Repairs to the Thomas G. Walton Building parking lot
• Final plat approval for "Spring Brook, Plat No. 2" near Providence Road

City Council

The City Council will receive a virtual presentation regarding the results of a 100% Renewable by 2030 Study. The presentation includes a draft financial impact report.

• The Energy Authority (TEA) 100% Renewable by 2030 Study presentation
• Draft CMWL 100% Renewable Study
• Draft Financial Impact

Finance Advisory and Audit Committee

The committee will review previous meeting minutes and discuss the committee's structure and mandate. The agenda also includes a review of the monthly economic report and charts.

• FAAC Structure/Mandate Review
• Finance Ordinance Review
• Monthly Economic Report

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the development of the Orr Street park property. The agenda also includes discussions on Columbia Sports Fieldhouse phase II funding and the Stuart property acquisition.

• Public hearing for Orr Street park property development
• Columbia Sports Fieldhouse phase II funding appropriation
• Stuart property acquisition
• MPRA 2024 registration deadline

Housing and Community Development Commission

The commission will discuss the Fair Housing Kinney Point Housing Resource Center located at 7 E Sexton Rd. The meeting includes an overview of CDBG and HOME funds by staff and a presentation by Professor Rigel Oliveri. The agenda also includes breakout sessions.

• Discussion of Kinney Point Housing Resource Center, 7 E Sexton Rd
• Overview of CDBG and HOME funds
• Presentation by Professor Rigel Oliveri from the University of Missouri

Housing and Community Development Commission

The Commission will review updates regarding the Consolidated Plan and the FY 2022 CHDO RFP. Members will also discuss whether to issue a new RFP or reallocate existing funds.

• FY 2022 CHDO RFP
• Job Point Combined Application
• Consolidated Plan Needs Survey Update
• Discussion of Potential RFP vs. Reallocation of Funds

Tree Board

The Tree Board will discuss a proposed community forestry grant project with the Ridgeway Neighborhood Association. The board will also receive a report on the 2023 Natural Resources Inventory and review the FY24 budget.

• Proposed community forestry grant project with Ridgeway Neighborhood Association
• Presentation of the 2023 Natural Resources Inventory report
• Review of the FY24 Tree Board budget
• Update from the city arborist on current issues and upcoming projects

Youth Advisory Council

The council will discuss updates regarding the upcoming Youth Summit, including finalizing its date and location. Members will also discuss a podcast and a youth survey.

• Finalizing Youth Summit date and location
• Youth Summit Planning Committee updates
• Podcast discussion
• Youth survey updates
• Approval of October 10, 2023 minutes

Mayor's Task Force on the U.S.S. Columbia

The task force will review old business regarding correspondence from Mayor Buffaloe and the appointment of Walter Lantzy. New business includes discussions on letters, a namesake city visit invitation, and holiday cards. The meeting also includes a report on the U.S.S. Columbia deployment.

• Review of October 25, 2022 draft minutes
• Discussion of Mayor Buffaloe letter to CDR Barksdale
• Report on U.S.S. Columbia Deployment (December 2022 - June 2023)

Human Services Commission

The commission will review the draft minutes from the October 10, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes discussion of an RFP for FY2024 Social Services and reports from staff and a Community Development Commission representative.

• FY2024 Social Services RFP

Commission on Cultural Affairs

The Commission will discuss updates to the FY24 Annual Arts Funding Proposal and the Future Arts Funding process. Staff will also provide reports on the Columbia Arts Fund and the status of FY23 and FY24 funding.

• Update to FY24 Annual Arts Funding Proposal
• Future Arts Funding Process Sub-Committee update
• Columbia Arts Fund update
• Status of FY23 & FY24 funding
• Standing Committee on Public Art report

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will discuss an upcoming Accessory Dwelling Unit event. The meeting also includes a review of the 2024 application deadline calendar.

• UDC Text Amendment for the RC (Residential Cottage) District
• Discussion of Accessory Dwelling Unit Event
• Review of 2024 Application Deadline Calendar

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider a revised PD Plan for Centerpointe Hospital at 1201 International Drive, which includes adding a thirty-bed wing and revising the perimeter road. A request was also received to table a zoning assignment for a 3.65-acre tract at W. Gillespie Bridge and Chapel Hill Road.

• Revised PD Plan for Centerpointe Hospital including a new thirty-bed wing
• Zoning assignment request for 3.65 acres at W. Gillespie Bridge & Chapel Hill Road (tabling requested)

Disabilities Commission

The Disabilities Commission will discuss the Sanctuary City Ordinance for LGBTQ citizens. The meeting also includes updates on strategic plan discussions and accessibility statements for Council forms.

• Sanctuary City Ordinance for LGBTQ Citizens
• Accessibility Statement on Council Forms
• Strategic Plan Scheduled Discussions
• Speakers Schedule for Disabilities Commission

Columbia Sports Commission

The commission will consider a sports development application from the Missouri Basketball Coaches Association. The agenda also includes the November Sports Commission Report and staff reports on sports sales activities. A motion to enter closed session regarding sealed bids or proposals is scheduled.

• Sports development application: Missouri Basketball Coaches Association
• November Sports Commission Report
• Staff report on sports sales activities
• Motion for closed session regarding sealed bids and proposals

Railroad Advisory Board

The Railroad Advisory Board will review financial and traffic reports. The agenda includes updates on Railroad Utility and Transload Utility financial statements.

• Railroad Utility Financial Statements
• Transload Utility Financial Statements
• COLT Traffic Report FY 2023 - (Sept. 2023)
• COLT YTD Comparisons - ( Sept. 2023)
• FY End Totals of COLT Traffic - (Sept. 2023)

Substance Use Prevention Advisory Commission

The Substance Abuse Advisory Commission will elect new officers and review its name and goals. The agenda also includes discussions regarding ADAPT (MIZPIP), Columbia Public Schools, and staff reports from public health and police departments.

• Election of officers
• Review of commission name and goals
• Discussion regarding ADAPT (MIZPIP)
• Discussion regarding Columbia Public Schools
• Staff reports from Public Health and Human Services and Columbia Police Department

Citizens Police Review Board

The Board is reviewing audits of 2022 police complaints involving use of force, search and seizure, and discourtesy. Members will also review several police policies and plan a work session for Policy 447.

• Audit of 2022 complaints regarding use of force, search and seizure, and discourtesy
• Review of Police Policies 300, 306, 440, and 447
• Election of officers
• Planning for a work session on Policy 447
• Closed session to analyze complaints 2022-0056 and 2022-0095

Water and Light Advisory Board

The Water and Light Advisory Board will review monthly financial statements for September 2023. The agenda includes reports on renewable energy, capital improvement project progress, and utility disconnections. Members will also discuss FY24 goals and rate affordability metrics.

• September 2023 Financial Statements
• FY24 CWLD Load Forecast
• October 2023 Power Cost Adjustment Report
• 3rd Quarter Renewable Energy Report
• 4th Quarter Electric and Water CIP Progress Reports

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will receive updates on FY 24 & 25 CLG grants and Most Notable Properties applications. The agenda also includes scheduling for a McKinney Building tour and discussions regarding an annual speaker series.

• FY 24 & 25 CLG Grant updates
• Most Notable Properties Applications update
• McKinney Building Tour scheduling
• Annual Speaker Series discussion
• Coordination with CoMo Preservation

Commission on Human Rights

The Commission will discuss inclusionary housing policy, rental application updates, and source of income discrimination. New business includes discussion regarding an LGBTQ+ Sanctuary City and planning for a March listening session.

• Inclusionary Housing Policy discussion
• Rental Application Update
• Source of Income Discrimination discussion
• LGBTQ+ Sanctuary City discussion
• Review of Case 2023-0008 in closed session

Commission on Human Rights

The Outreach Subcommittee will meet to approve minutes from the June 6, 2023 meeting. The agenda also includes discussions regarding upcoming outreach events and HREP promotion.

• Approval of June 6, 2023, subcommittee minutes
• Upcoming outreach events
• HREP promotion

City Council

The City Council will consider public hearings for traffic calming on Garden Drive and storm drainage improvements on Sexton Road and McBaine Avenue. The agenda also includes votes on various land plats, utility upgrades, and community solar programs. Public comments regarding sanctuary city ordinances and housing challenges are also scheduled.

• Proposed improvements to Douglass Park including a skate park and aquatic center renovations
• Phase 1 construction of the McBaine Water Treatment Plant Upgrade
• New sidewalk maintenance and renovation cost-share program
• Traffic calming device installation on Garden Drive
• Affordable housing funding for the Kinney Point development project

City Council

The agenda consists of a call to order and a motion to enter a closed session. The closed session involves discussions regarding personnel matters and employee records.

• Closed session discussion regarding hiring, firing, disciplining, or promoting employees
• Closed session discussion regarding individually identifiable personnel records

Mayor's Council on Physical Fitness and Health

The Mayor's Council on Physical Fitness and Health will review logistics for the Winter Well-Being Expo. The meeting also includes a timeline review for the Mayor's Awards and discussion of Bike, Walk and Wheel Week.

• Winter Well-Being Expo logistics and volunteers
• Mayor's Awards timeline and application distribution
• Bike, Walk and Wheel Week (Mayor's Mile)

Columbia Area Transportation Study Organization (CATSO)

The CATSO Technical Committee will discuss a proposed amendment to the FY 2024-2027 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The committee will also receive an update and hold a discussion regarding the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) Request for Proposal (RFP).

• Proposed FY 2024-2027 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) amendment
• Update and discussion on the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) Request for Proposal (RFP)
• Approval of August 2, 2023, meeting minutes

Convention and Visitors Advisory Board

The Convention and Visitors Advisory Board will review two Tourism Development Signature Series applications. The meeting also includes updates from CVB staff, The District, and the Boone County Commission.

• MU Concert Series application
• We Always Swing Jazz Series application
• October CVB Staff Report
• Update Report from The District
• Update Report from the Boone County Commission

Water and Light Advisory Board

The Water and Light Advisory Board will discuss methods for conceptualizing and measuring affordability. The meeting includes a presentation by Manny Teodoro regarding essential use and plans moving forward.

• Presentation by Manny Teodoro
• Discussion on measuring low income
• Discussion on measuring essential use

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will conduct a regular meeting including reports from Mike Parks and Amy Schneider. The board may also enter a closed session to discuss sealed bids or negotiated contracts.

• Motion to enter closed session regarding sealed bids and negotiated contracts

Downtown Columbia Leadership Council

The council will receive updates regarding transit, parking, and the District CID. Members will also discuss potential name changes for the leadership council.

• The District CID Update
• Transit & Parking Update
• Parking Commission Update
• Discussion of DLC name change options

Water and Light Advisory Board

The Water and Light Advisory Board will review a presentation on the city's community solar program. The meeting also includes discussions regarding utility rate affordability metrics and energy efficiency opportunities.

• City's Community Solar Presentation
• Utility Rate Affordability Metrics discussion
• Energy Efficiency and Demand Reduction Opportunities discussion

Personnel Advisory Board

The Personnel Advisory Board will conduct business including discussions on attendance requirements and media inquiries. The agenda also includes potential hearings and fiscal year changes.

• Attendance Requirements discussion
• Media Inquiries discussion
• Potential Hearing discussion
• Fiscal Year Changes discussion

Mayor's Council on Physical Fitness and Health

The council will discuss preparations for the upcoming Winter Well-being Expo. Discussion topics include reviewing vendor lists, managing volunteers, and event logistics.

• Winter Well-being Expo planning (vendors, volunteers, logistics, and promotion)

Climate and Environment Commission

The commission will discuss the FY2025 budget and a response to a community solar proposal. The meeting includes an update on the CAAP team and a presentation regarding federal funding from the IRA and BIL. Staff will also report on a grant application for climate pollution reduction.

• FY2025 budget discussion
• Community solar rate application response
• Federal funding (IRA & BIL) presentation
• Climate Pollution Reduction Grant application
• CAAP Team update

Building Construction Codes Commission

The Building Construction Codes Commission meeting scheduled for October 23, 2023, was cancelled. No specific business items were listed on the agenda.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider several land use requests, including the rezoning and annexation of 60.4 acres at 3705 Gibbs Road. Other items include a preliminary plat for a 12-lot subdivision and amendments to existing planned development plans.

• Rezoning and annexation of 60.4 acres at 3705 Gibbs Road
• Preliminary plat for Mataora Subdivision Plat 4 at 1501 Ballenger Lane
• PD Plan amendment for Starbucks outdoor seating and drive-thru at 2901 W. Broadway
• PD Plan amendment to increase residential units from 4 to 24 at Cherry Hill PD Plan

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will review a text amendment for the Residential Cottage (RC) District. This includes reviewing staff reports and lot analyses for Aldeah Ave. and Garth Ave.

• UDC Text Amendment - RC (Residential Cottage) District
• Aldeah Ave. Analysis
• Garth Ave. Analysis

Columbia Parks and Recreation Fund Advisory Committee

The committee will review an update on the COMOGIVES campaign and discuss additional funds. Members will also consider authorizing specific expenditures from the fund for the COMOGIVES event and ARC improvements.

• Authorization of expenditure from fund for COMOGIVES event
• Authorization of expenditure from fund for ARC improvements
• Update on COMOGIVES campaign
• Discussion about additional fund

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing regarding improvements to the Gans Creek Recreation Area. The meeting also includes reports on capital projects, recreation services, and bicycle and pedestrian updates.

• Public hearing: Gans Creek Recreation Area improvements
• Council items: Douglass Park improvements and Hall Trust agreement
• Bicycle and Pedestrian report
• Capital project report
• Recreation Services report

City of Columbia New Century Fund, Inc. Board

The board will conduct the election of officers for fiscal year 2024. The meeting includes a treasurer's report and a discussion regarding the New Century Fund.

• Election of officers for FY24
• Treasurer's Report

Public Transit Advisory Commission

The commission will review the Olsson Study update and GoCOMO ridership for fiscal year 2023. The meeting includes an election for Vice Chair and updates regarding Vision Zero, Disability, Bike/Ped, and CATSO.

• Olsson Study Update
• GoCOMO Ridership FY23
• Vice Chair Election

Bicycle and Pedestrian Commission

The commission will conduct an election for the position of Vice Chair. The meeting includes reviews of the Active Transportation Summit Report and the Route B Road Safety Audit Report. Staff reports on Vision Zero, Parks & Recreation, and Planning will also be presented.

• Election of Vice Chair
• Route B Road Safety Audit Report
• Active Transportation Summit Report
• MoDOT Improve I-70 updates
• Vision Zero Report

Housing and Community Development Commission

The Housing and Community Development Commission will meet for an overview of CDBG and HOME funds. The meeting includes introductions by Mayor Barbara Buffaloe and breakout sessions.

• Overview of CDBG and HOME funds by Housing Programs Staff

City Council

The Columbia City Council is reviewing several infrastructure proposals, including stormwater improvements and electrical substation upgrades. The agenda also includes the approval of multiple residential and business plats and discussions regarding park renovations at Douglass Park. Additionally, the council will consider budget amendments for utility services and refuse collection.

• Support for up to $1,500,000 in financial participation for I-70 and U.S. Highway 63 interchange project
• Proposed stormwater and sanitary sewer improvements on Calvert Drive, Sylvan Lane, and Vandiver Drive
• Approval of final plats for Sawgrass Estates, Old Hawthorne, and Rock Haven Plat 2
• Budget amendments for electrical substation upgrades at Perche Creek and Bolstad
• Proposed new sidewalk maintenance and renovation cost-share program

City Council

The agenda consists of procedural items and a motion for closed sessions regarding personnel, legal actions, and sealed bids. The Council will also hold Citizens Police Review Board interviews.

• Motion for closed session regarding personnel records and legal litigation
• Citizens Police Review Board Interviews

Finance Advisory and Audit Committee

The Finance Advisory and Audit Committee will discuss the committee's structure and mandate. The agenda also includes an AGH audit presentation and a review of finance ordinances.

• Review of FAAC structure/mandate
• Finance Ordinance review
• AGH audit presentation
• City Council agenda review

Disabilities Commission

The commission will hear a presentation from the Boone County Clerk regarding accessible voting. Members will also discuss accessibility for the I-70 and US-63 Connector and a new liaison role.

• Presentation on accessible voting by Boone County Clerk Brianna Lennon
• Discussion on I-70 and US-63 Connector accessibility
• Liaison position for the Bicycle/Pedestrian Commission
• Review of the Speakers Schedule and Strategic Plan discussions

Columbia Sports Commission

The commission will review the September meeting minutes and discuss Missouri State High School Activities Association proposals. Staff will also provide a report on sports sales activities.

• Review of September Meeting Minutes (TMP-25541)
• Missouri State High School Activities Association Proposals
• Sports Sales Activities staff report

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review minutes from the August 10, 2023, meeting. Carisa Kessler of Burrell Behavioral Health is scheduled for a new business item regarding crisis services, followed by a report from Director Rebecca Roesslet.

• Approval of August 10, 2023, draft minutes
• Crisis Services discussion by Carisa Kessler
• Director's Report from Rebecca Roesslet

Railroad Advisory Board

The board will review financial statements for the Railroad and Transload utilities. The meeting also includes a review of COLT traffic reports through September 2023.

• Railroad Utility Financial Statements
• Transload Utility Financial Statements
• COLT Traffic Report FY 2023 - (Sept. 2023)
• COLT YTD Comparisons - ( Sept. 2023)
• FY End Totals of COLT Traffic - (Sept. 2023)

Citizens Police Review Board

The Board will review police policies 300, 306, 440, and 447. Members are conducting audits of 2022 complaints regarding search and seizure, use of force, and discourtesy. The meeting includes a proposed amendment to the Board's bylaws.

• Review of Police Policies 300, 306, 440, and 447
• Audit of 2022 complaints involving search and seizure, use of force, and discourtesy
• Proposed amendment to Bylaws, Article I, Section 3(a)
• Closed session discussion regarding Appeal CPRB 2023-003, Analysis of Complaints, and Audit of 2022-0056

Parking Advisory Commission

The commission will review a DLC request for 5th & Walnut occupancy. Discussion includes parking assessments at 10th & Cherry and Plaza, as well as ramp issues.

• DLC Request for 5th & Walnut Occupancy
• Walker Consultants - Assessments 10th & Cherry and Plaza
• Ramp Issues
• 8th & Cherry Lights
• Short Street Cable Barriers - RFP

Water and Light Advisory Board

The board will review August 2023 electric and water billing usage statements. Members are also reviewing the FY23 Annual Report, proposed FY24 goals, and a public meeting agenda.

• August 2023 Electric Statements
• August 2023 Water Statements
• FY 2024 WLAB Goals
• FY23 WLAB Annual Report

Columbia Police Chief's Vehicle Stop Committee

The Columbia Police Chief's Vehicle Stop Committee will meet to discuss an updated analysis of 2022 vehicle stop data. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the August 8, 2023, meeting.

• Updated analysis of 2022 vehicle stop data
• Approval of August 8, 2023, draft committee minutes

Youth Advisory Council

The Youth Advisory Council will meet to discuss updates regarding the National League of Cities Conference and City Council meeting attendees. The agenda also includes a discussion on a podcast and planning for the March/April 2024 Youth Summit.

• National League of Cities Conference staff update
• City Council meeting attendee updates
• Podcast discussion
• Youth Summit planning for March/April 2024

Human Services Commission

The Human Services Commission will discuss the City of Columbia RFP FY2024 Social Services. The commission also plans to enter a closed session to discuss sealed proposals related to this RFP. The meeting includes reports from staff and a Community Development Commission representative.

• City of Columbia RFP FY2024 Social Services
• Closed session discussion of social services proposals
• Community Development Commission Representative Report
• Staff Report

Commission on Cultural Affairs

The Commission on Cultural Affairs will consider nominees for Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary. The meeting also includes reports on the Columbia Arts Fund and the status of FY23 and FY24 funding.

• Nominees for Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary
• Small Request Funding Application
• Columbia Arts Fund update
• Status of FY23 & FY24 funding
• Standing Committee on Public Art report

Mayor's Council on Physical Fitness and Health

The council will receive a report from the event subcommittee regarding the Winter Well-Being Expo. Members will also address expiring terms for several members ending November 30.

• Winter Well-Being Expo logistics and promotion report
• Discussion of expiring member terms: Darchuk, Nevills, Gooch, and Simmons

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a follow-up report regarding short-term rental regulations. The commission will also conduct officer elections.

• Short-term Rental Report follow-up
• Planning Commission Officer Elections

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding Case # 261-2023. The City of Columbia proposes amending the Unified Development Code to redefine 'lot' and create a new 'lot, substandard' definition. These changes would allow certain substandard lots in R-1, R-2, and R-MF districts to be platted for single-family dwellings.

• Case # 261-2023: Amendment to City Code Chapter 29 (Unified Development Code)

Community Land Trust Organization Board

The Community Land Trust Organization Board will discuss County and City ARPA funding and lot lines. The agenda includes reviewing RFPs for Cullimore Cottages and capacity building. A motion to enter a closed session regarding real estate transactions is also scheduled.

• Discussion of County and City ARPA Funding
• CCLT Banking Services RFP
• Cullimore Cottages RFP
• Capacity Building and Future Growth RFP
• Motion for closed session regarding real estate transactions

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review updates for the FY24 Preservation Plan Grant and a new survey grant application for Benton-Stephens. The meeting also includes discussions regarding 307 & 309 St. James Salvage and follow-ups on Alspaugh Farm Property.

• FY24 Preservation Plan Grant updates including a draft agreement and appropriation ordinance
• FY25+ Benton-Stephens Survey Grant application
• Discussion regarding 307 & 309 St. James Salvage
• Follow-up on Alspaugh Farm Property and McKinney Building

Commission on Human Rights

The Commission will review several ongoing items including Pridefest and the Affordable Housing Task Force Report. Members will also discuss ways to promote HREP funding and a potential reschedule for the November meeting.

• Affordable Housing Task Force Report
• Human Rights Commission Representative to the Citizen Police Review Board
• Inclusionary Policy
• Source of Income Discrimination
• HREP Funding promotion

Commission on Human Rights

This meeting for the Columbia Commission on Human Rights consists of procedural business. The agenda includes approving previous subcommittee minutes and standard call-to-order procedures. No specific new or old business topics are listed in the provided text.

• Approval of Subcommittee Minutes

City Council

The City Council is considering several items including a $25.2 million allocation of American Rescue Plan Funds. The agenda also includes multiple rezoning requests, utility easements, and infrastructure improvements.

• $25,284,624.00 allocation of American Rescue Plan Funds
• PD Plan amendment for Woodrail Terrace Plat 1
• Rezoning of 6221 E. Broadway from District PD and R-1 to District O
• Rezoning of Highway WW and Rolling Hills Road to District M-N
• Rezoning of 3100-3109 Keene Court to District PD

City Council

The Columbia City Council will review an update on the Route B Road Safety Audit and hold a discussion regarding winter weather response procedures. The council also considers entering a closed session for negotiations with employee groups.

• Route B Road Safety Audit Update
• Winter Weather Procedure Discussion
• Motion for closed session regarding employee group negotiations

Mayor's Council on Physical Fitness and Health

The Event Subcommittee will discuss planning for the Winter Well-Being Expo. Discussion topics include location, setup, vendor forms, volunteer needs, and promotion.

• Planning for the Winter Well-Being Expo
• Approval of September 22, 2023, subcommittee minutes

Downtown Columbia Leadership Council

The council will review the August 23, 2023 minutes and receive updates on The District CID. Discussion topics include downtown parking and a County Master Plan presentation by Boone County Commissioner Justin Aldred.

• The District CID Update
• Downtown Columbia Parking Discussion
• County Master Plan discussion with Justin Aldred

Housing and Community Development Commission

The Housing and Community Development Commission will discuss the FY 2025–2029 Consolidated Plan and a draft Citizen Participation Plan. The meeting also includes reviewing FY 2024 CDBG and HOME funding recommendations.

• FY 2024 CDBG funding recommendations
• FY 2024 HOME funding recommendations
• Public hearing for FY 2025–2029 Citizen Participation Plan
• Discussion of the FY 2025–2029 Consolidated Plan

Climate and Environment Commission

The commission will hear presentations regarding Parks and Recreation management practices and the CAAP Team. The agenda also includes discussions on a Tree Board letter, budget matters, and requests for support of Project WET and federal funding presentations.

• Parks and Recreation Management Practices presentation
• CAAP Team presentation
• Tree Board Letter discussion
• Budget Discussion
• Request to support Project WET (Water Education for Teachers)

Building Construction Codes Commission

The commission will meet to conduct new business regarding 4300 I-70 DR SE-EGRESS. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the June 26, 2023, meeting.

• New business: 4300 I-70 DR SE-EGRESS

Convention and Visitors Advisory Board

The Convention and Visitors Advisory Board will conduct elections for the FY2024 Board Chair and Vice-Chair. The meeting also includes discussions on Treeline Music Fest and reports from staff, The District, and the Boone County Commission.

• Nominations and voting for FY2024 CVB Board Chair
• Nominations and voting for FY2024 CVB Board Vice-Chair
• Discussion of Treeline Music Fest
• September CVB Staff Report

Tree Board

The Tree Board will receive a report on the 2023 Natural Resource Inventory. The board will also discuss potential projects and deadlines for the community forestry grant season. Additionally, members will receive an update on budget balances for wrapping up FY23.

• Report on 2023 Natural Resource Inventory
• Discussion of Community Forestry Grant projects and deadlines
• Update on Tree Board budget balances for FY23 wrap-up
• City arborist report on current issues and upcoming projects

Mayor's Council on Physical Fitness and Health

The Event Subcommittee is meeting to plan the Winter Well-being Expo. Discussion topics include determining a location, identifying giveaways, and reviewing vendor registration forms. The committee will also approve minutes from the September 15, 2023, meeting.

• Approval of Sept 15, 2023, Event Subcommittee minutes
• Planning for Winter Well-being Expo location and giveaways
• Review of vendor registration forms

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing regarding improvements to Douglass Park. Staff will present updates on bicycle and pedestrian status, capital projects, and recreation services. The agenda also includes reviewing council items related to the MU Health Care Pavilion phase II agreement.

• Public hearing for Douglass Park improvements
• Simon Oswald agreement for MU Health Care Pavilion phase II
• Bicycle and Pedestrian report
• Capital project report
• Recreation Services report

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will review a staff report regarding short-term rental regulations. The session includes a report from the Short-term Rental Council.

• Short-term Rental Council Report
• STR Regulation (rev. 8-17-23, Law edited)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is considering a design adjustment for a lot within the proposed Uptown Business Park. The request seeks to permit individual driveway access for a lot with less than 300 feet of frontage.

• Case # 109-2023: Design adjustment for driveway access at Uptown Business Park
• Request by A Civil Group on behalf of UPT5611COMO, LLC
• Location southwest of the Waco Road and Brown Station intersection

Bicycle and Pedestrian Commission

The commission will elect a new Vice Chair and review reports from Vision Zero, Parks & Recreation, and Planning staff. The meeting also includes discussions regarding Orr Street parking and MoDOT's high-priority unfunded needs list.

• Election of Vice Chair
• Orr Street Parking discussion
• MoDOT High-priority Unfunded Needs List review
• MoDOT Improve I-70 Kickoff-Industry Meetings update

Public Transit Advisory Commission

The commission will review previous minutes and receive updates regarding Vision Zero, Disability, Bike/Ped, and CATSO. The agenda includes a presentation by Shawn Strate with Olsson & Associates and a discussion on ridership.

• Presentation by Shawn Strate with Olsson & Associates
• Review of August 15 meeting minutes
• Discussion of ridership

City Council

The City Council will continue deliberations on adopting the FY 2024 Annual Budget. The agenda also includes votes on several labor contracts, a $3 million allocation for downtown public housing, and the issuance of utility revenue bonds. Additionally, the council will consider various rezoning requests and amendments to federal fund plans.

• Adoption of the FY 2024 Annual Budget
• Issuance of Water and Electric System Revenue Bonds up to $27,695,000
• $3,000,000 ARRA fund allocation for downtown public housing replacement
• Labor contracts for Police Lieutenants’ Association, Police Officers Association, and LIUNA Local 955
• Amendments to CDBG and HOME funds Annual Action Plans

City Council

The City Council meeting on September 18, 2023, includes a motion to enter a closed session. This session would involve discussing sealed bids and documents related to negotiated contracts. No other specific agenda items are listed.

• Motion for closed session regarding sealed bids and related documents
• Discussion of proposals or documents related to negotiated contracts

Finance Advisory and Audit Committee

The committee will discuss expanding its membership to seven members and review the draft FY24 budget. The agenda also includes a review of the finance ordinance and a monthly finance report.

• Expansion of FAAC membership to 7 members
• Review of draft FY24 budget
• Monthly Finance Report for September 18, 2023
• Finance Ordinance Review

Mayor's Council on Physical Fitness and Health

The Council will discuss planning details for the upcoming Winter Well-Being Expo. This includes discussing potential locations, vendors, and giveaways.

• Planning for the Winter Well-Being Expo

Disabilities Commission

The commission will hear a presentation from the Director of Parks and Recreation regarding the Orr Street Park Project. The meeting includes discussions on the speakers schedule, strategic plan discussions, and accessibility statements for Council forms.

• Orr Street Park Project presentation
• Senator Chuck Graham Memorial Disability and Advocacy Ambassador Award
• Disabilities Commission Speakers Schedule
• Strategic Plan Scheduled Discussions
• Accessibility Statement on Council Forms

Columbia Sports Commission

The commission will review the July 2023 meeting minutes and discuss upcoming sports events. The agenda includes discussions regarding the 2024 Perfect Game Campus Series and Missouri Basketball Coaches Association events.

• Review of July 2023 Meeting Minutes
• Discussion of 2024 Perfect Game Campus Series Events
• Discussion of Missouri Basketball Coaches Association (MBCA) Events
• Staff report on Sports Sales Activities

Citizens Police Review Board

The Citizens Police Review Board will hold a work session to discuss specific police policies. The discussion includes reviews of Policy 300 and Policy 447.

• Review of Police Policy 300
• Review of Police Policy 447

Citizens Police Review Board

The Board will review several police policies and discuss the hiring process for a new Police Chief. Members will also provide updates on audits of 2022 complaints related to use of force, search and seizure, and discourtesy.

• Review of police policies 300, 447, 306, and 440
• Policy recommendation regarding voluntary cooperation during restraint application
• Progress reports on audits of 2022 complaints involving use of force and search and seizure
• Discussion of the hiring process for a new Police Chief

Water and Light Advisory Board

The Water and Light Advisory Board will review electric and water financial statements for July 2023. Reports include the financial impact of a 100% renewable energy study and a water well update. The chairman will also discuss rate affordability and board goals.

• July 2023 electric and water financial statements
• Financial impact on 100% renewable energy study
• AMI status update
• Water well update
• Rate affordability follow-up

Parking Advisory Commission

The commission will discuss various street-level items including Orr St Park and occupancy requests for 5th & Walnut. The meeting also includes discussions regarding parking revenue and cable barriers for Short St.

• Orr St Park discussion
• DLC Request for 5th & Walnut occupancy
• Walker Consultants assessments for 10th & Cherry and Plaza
• Ramp issues
• Short St. Cable Barriers RFP

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider a request to use "cottage" development standards for an 18-lot subdivision known as OPR Subdivision. The board will also conduct elections for Chair and Vice-Chair.

• Case #234-2023: Cottage development standards for 200 W. Old Plank Road
• Proposed 18-lot subdivision known as OPR Subdivision
• Chair and Vice-Chair Elections

The Board of Adjustment held annual elections for its leadership positions. The board also opened a public hearing for a request to use cottage development standards for a proposed 18-lot subdivision, though no final decision on the case was recorded in the minutes.

• Elected Peter Norgard as Chairman for 2023-24 (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Elected Janet Hammen as Vice Chair for 2023-24 (5-0)
• Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (4-0, 1 abstention)

Columbia Police Chief's Vehicle Stop Committee

The Columbia Police Chief's Vehicle Stop Committee will review an updated analysis of 2022 vehicle stop data. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the August 8, 2023, meeting.

• Updated Analysis of 2022 Vehicle Stop Data

Youth Advisory Council

The council will conduct elections for Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. Members will also review policies, the Sunshine Law, and planning for a Youth Summit in April 2024.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Review of Policies, Procedures and Overview of Sunshine Law
• Discussion of Youth Summit scheduled for April 2024

The council voted to appoint Helen Hinnant-Root as Chair. Members elected Shubha Gautam as Vice Chair after a majority vote. Kristen Yu was appointed Secretary. All motions were carried.

• Helen Hinnant-Root elected Chair (motion carried)
• Shubha Gautam elected Vice Chair (majority vote)
• Kristen Yu elected Secretary (motion carried)

Water and Light Advisory Board

The Water and Light Advisory Board meeting regarding rate affordability scheduled for September 12, 2023, was cancelled.

Firefighters' Retirement Board

The Firefighters' Retirement Board will meet to approve minutes from the June 9, 2023, meeting and review financial reports. No old business is scheduled for this session.

• Approval of June 9, 2023, meeting minutes
• Review of financial reports

The board met for a quarterly session where the agenda and previous meeting minutes were approved. Financial and DROP reports were delivered by the Finance Department. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Investment Committee

The Investment Committee will discuss city asset allocation and receive a presentation from UBS. The meeting also includes discussions regarding private credit involving Apollo, Blackstone, Blue Owl, Carlyle CTAC, and Oaktree.

• UBS Presentation
• Columbia Asset Allocation discussion
• Private Credit Discussion (Apollo, Blackstone, Blue Owl, Carlyle CTAC, and Oaktree)

The committee approved three motions to move funds from MetLife to other investment vehicles. These actions shift money into private credit and extend bond duration.

• Approved moving $4.2M from MetLife to Blackstone for Private Credit (unanimous)
• Approved moving $2.8M from MetLife to Blue Owl for Private Credit (unanimous)
• Approved moving $5M from MetLife to Vanguard to extend bond duration for one year (unanimous)

Police Retirement Board

The Police Retirement Board will meet to approve minutes from the June 9, 2023 meeting and review financial reports. No old business is scheduled for discussion.

• Review of financial reports
• Approval of June 9, 2023 meeting minutes

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the June 9th meeting after an amendment regarding attendance. Financial and DROP reports were delivered. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved amended June 9th minutes (unanimous)

Mayor's Council on Physical Fitness and Health

The council will review the August 2023 minutes and receive a treasurer's report. Discussion includes a fall/winter mental health information fair and the 2024 award nomination form.

• Fall/winter mental health information fair
• 2024 award nomination form

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will review a follow-up staff report regarding proposed text changes for substandard lot activation. The meeting also includes a report from the Downtown Columbia Leadership Council.

• Proposed Text Change - Substandard Lot Activation Follow-up

The Commission approved a revised text amendment to create a pathway for 'non-legal' substandard lots to be platted. The revised version removes alternative 'cottage-lot' setback standards to ensure consistency with existing legal substandard lots.

• Approved revised text amendment for substandard lot activation
• Adopted September 7, 2023 meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted August 24, 2023 work session minutes (unanimous; Loe, Dunn, Placier abstained)
• Adopted August 24, 2023 regular meeting minutes (unanimous; Loe, Dunn, Placier abstained)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review demolition permit applications for properties on Austin Avenue and Hinkson Avenue. The agenda also includes discussions regarding CLG grant agreements and the city's purchase of the McKinney Building.

• Demolition permit applications for 100 Austin Avenue, 200 & 202 Austin Avenue, and 1706 Hinkson Avenue
• Discussion regarding the city's purchase of the McKinney Building
• Review of FY24 CLG Grant Preservation Plan Agreement
• Review of FY25+ CLG Grant Benton-Stephens Survey

The Commission approved a financial assistance agreement for a city historic preservation plan and supported a grant application for an architectural survey of the Benton-Stephens Neighborhood. The board also authorized spending for a new PA system and annual membership dues. New officers were elected to lead the Commission.

• Approved up to $1,700 for new PA equipment (unanimous)
• Approved $60 for Missouri Preservation annual dues (unanimous)
• Approved Financial Assistance Agreement with State Historic Preservation Office for Preservation Plan (unanimous)
• Approved support for grant application for Benton-Stephens Neighborhood architectural survey (unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Bybee as Chair, Commissioner Hagen as Vice-Chair, and Commissioner Ross as Secretary (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider the adoption of the FY 2024 Annual Budget. The agenda also includes several rezoning requests, infrastructure projects, and personnel policy updates.

• FY 2024 Annual Budget for the City of Columbia
• Rezoning of Manor Drive and Broadway for 'Thomas Dental'
• School resource officer program agreement with Columbia Public School District
• Issuance of Water and Electric System Revenue Bonds up to $27,695,000
• Suspension of GoCOMO Public Transit fares through September 30, 2024

The Council approved several budget amendments, including $1.3 million for paid family leave, though the final FY 2024 budget will be voted on at the next meeting. The Council also enacted a school resource officer program agreement and approved multiple rezoning requests.

• Approved $1.3 million budget amendment for paid family leave (unanimous)
• Approved 66 staff budget amendments and 4 council budget amendments (unanimous)
• Adopted PR125-23 amending strategic plan priorities and goal statements (7-0)
• Enacted B195-23 rezoning Manor Drive and Broadway to Planned Development for 'Thomas Dental' (7-0)
• Enacted B207-23 authorizing a school resource officer program with Columbia Public School District (7-0)
• Enacted B203-23 authorizing a lease agreement with New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC (7-0)
• Approved August 21, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a discussion regarding Paid Family Medical Leave. The meeting also includes a motion to enter a closed session to discuss real estate transactions and sealed bids.

• Paid Family Medical Leave Presentation
• Closed session discussion of real estate leasing, purchase, or sale
• Closed session discussion of sealed bids and negotiated contracts

The City Council received a presentation on current employee benefits and two proposed recommendations for paid family medical leave. No formal decision was made on the recommendations during this meeting.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss real estate and sealed bids (6-0, 1 absent)

Commission on Human Rights

The Commission will discuss inclusionary housing policies and a 2008 Affordable Housing Task Force report. The meeting also includes discussions regarding remaining budget funds and Pridefest.

• Inclusionary Housing Policies
• Affordable Housing Task Force Report from 2008
• Budget-Remaining Funds
• Pridefest
• Criteria for Policy Waiving

The Commission approved three expenditures from the fiscal year 2023 budget for Pridefest materials and updated rate cards. The board tabled the election for a CPRB liaison representative until the October meeting.

• Approved $50 for Pridefest stickers and tattoos (unanimous)
• Approved spending remaining food budget on popsicles for Pridefest (unanimous)
• Approved $200 for printing updated rate cards (unanimous)
• Tabled election for CPRB-HRC liaison

Commission on Human Rights

The Outreach Subcommittee will review the June 6, 2023, minutes and discuss Pridefest. No meeting was held in July due to a lack of quorum.

• Approval of June 06, 2023, minutes
• Discussion regarding Pridefest

Building Construction Codes Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Building Construction Codes Commission on August 28, 2023, has been cancelled. No specific business items were listed for this session.

Convention and Visitors Advisory Board

The board will review Tourism Development applications eligible for the Signature Series. The meeting also includes reports from CVB staff, The District, and the Boone County Commission.

• Review of Tourism Development applications eligible for Signature Series
• August CVB Staff Report
• Report from The District
• Report from the Boone County Commission

The Board reviewed economic data and post-event reports for the Unbound Book Festival. It was decided that the event aligns with community sponsorship guidelines rather than the signature series level.

• Approved agenda as written
• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Motioned to fund Unbound Book Festival through the Community Sponsorship fund

Finance Advisory and Audit Committee

The Finance Advisory and Audit Committee will discuss the draft FY24 budget and monthly economic reports. The agenda also includes reviews of utility customer payment policies and the committee's structure.

• Draft FY24 Budget
• Utility customer payment policies
• Proposal to expand FAAC to 7 members
• Finance ordinance review
• Monthly economic report

The committee met to review the agenda and previous meeting minutes. No substantive decisions were recorded regarding the budget, utility policies, or economic reports.

• Approved the agenda (unanimous)
• Approved the minutes (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a work session regarding short-term rental regulations. The discussion includes follow-up items and proposed amendments to existing rules.

• Short-term Rental Regulations - Follow up & Amendments

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously voted to send modified short-term rental regulations to the City Council for consideration. The revisions include new definitions for 'long-term resident' and 'registrant' and updated parking standards. Staff indicated they will provide a report to Council on October 2 including observations on potential further modifications.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 10, 2023 work session minutes (unanimous)
• Voted to present modified short-term rental ordinance to City Council (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review several rezoning requests and development plans. These include proposals for a new hotel, changes to the Old Hawthorne Golf Course zoning, and a residential subdivision plan.

• Rezoning 3.65 acres at Rolling Hills Road and Highway WW to M-N district
• Development plan for 'Keene Court Hotel' at 3100-3109 Keene Court
• Rezoning 33.96 acres at 6221 E. Broadway to an Open Space district
• Conditional use permit for outdoor recreation at Old Hawthorne Golf Course
• PD Plan approval for Woodrail Subdivision lots 14B and 14C

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval for two rezoning requests. One involves a parcel at Rolling Hills Road and Highway WW, and the other is for a proposed hotel development on Keene Court.

• Recommended approval to rezone 3.65 acres at Rolling Hills Road and Highway WW from PD to M-N (7-0)
• Recommended approval to rezone 2.82 acres at 3100-3109 Keene Court from M-N to PD for the 'Keene Court Hotel' (7-0)

Columbia Area Transportation Study Organization (CATSO)

The CATSO Coordinating Committee will hold public hearings regarding two upcoming programs. These include the FY 2024-2027 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and the FY 2024 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP).

• Public hearing for proposed FY 2024-2027 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Public hearing for proposed FY 2024 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP)

The Coordinating Committee approved the FY 2024-2027 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) contingent on numerical corrections. The TIP includes over $328 million in estimated capital project costs, including $202.8 million for the I-70/63 interchange project.

• Approved FY 2024-2027 Transportation Improvement Program (Unanimous voice vote)
• Approved agenda (Unanimous voice vote)
• Approved July 20, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous voice vote, one abstention)

Downtown Columbia Leadership Council

The Downtown Columbia Leadership Council will review the purpose and duties of the council. Members are also scheduled to discuss the boundaries for the DLC and the District CID.

• District CID Update
• DLC & CID Boundaries Discussion

The Council identified parking and the unhoused population as the top two areas of concern. Members discussed potential parking solutions and the process for adding a representative for the Loop CID to the Council. No formal votes were taken on these focus issues or boundary changes.

• Approved the agenda
• Approved July 26, 2023 meeting minutes

Airport Advisory Board

The board will discuss a revision to the AAB Charter. The agenda also includes an AFSS Building Tour and a report from Mike Parks. A motion was made to enter closed session to discuss sealed bids and proposals.

• AAB Charter Revision Discussion
• AFSS Building Tour
• Motion for closed session regarding sealed bids and proposals

The Board approved the June 2023 meeting minutes and the August 22 agenda. Members received updates on the AFSS building renovation, FAA funding delays for landing equipment, and pending cellphone tower contracts. The board entered a closed session to discuss sealed bids and proposals.

• Approved August 22 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 28, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved AFSS building tour following adjournment (unanimous)
• Moved into closed session to discuss sealed bids and proposals (6-0)

Climate and Environment Commission

The Commission will receive an introduction to the budget process from a Senior Budget Analyst. Members will also follow up on a community solar proposal and discuss budget priorities for fiscal year 2025.

• Introduction to Budget Process by Stacey Weidemann
• Community Solar Proposal Follow Up
• Climate and Environment Commission budget priorities FY25
• Transit Study Representation

The commission tabled the approval of previous minutes and failed to pass a motion of support for a Community Solar Proposal. Members identified representatives for a Transit Study Steering Committee and established a list of concerns to be sent to utility staff regarding solar programs.

• Tabled approval of minutes (10-0)
• Motion to formulate letter of support for Community Solar Proposal withdrawn
• Motion to support Community Solar Proposal failed for lack of second
• Appointed Matthew Ludden and Linda Godwin to the Transit Study Steering Committee
• Added regular CAAP team updates and a standing budget item to future agendas

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the FY 2024 Annual Budget and setting 2023 property tax rates. The agenda also includes votes on various rezoning requests, land use agreements, and special event permits.

• Public hearing for the FY 2024 Annual Budget
• Setting property tax rates for 2023
• Amending the FY 2023 budget to fund Columbia Regional Airport terminal project bonds using hotel tax revenue
• Real estate contract for property at 411-413 E. Broadway
• Designating the Stockyards District central core and authorizing signage

The City Council enacted the 2023 property tax rates and approved several real estate and infrastructure projects. The public hearing for the FY 2024 Annual Budget was opened and will continue on September 5, 2023.

• Approved 2023 property tax rates (7-0)
• Enacted Power Cost Adjustment procedure for electric service (7-0)
• Approved funding for Columbia Regional Airport terminal project bonds (6-0)
• Authorized purchase of property at 411-413 E. Broadway (7-0)
• Designated central core of Stockyards District and authorized signage agreement (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of property northeast of Garden Drive and I-70 Drive Northwest to Multiple-family Dwelling (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 200 W. Old Plank Road to Two-family Dwelling (7-0)
• Appointed members to Board of Health, Climate and Environment Commission, Historic Preservation Commission, and Tax Increment Financing Commission

City Council

The agenda consists of a call to order and a request to enter a closed session. The closed session is intended to discuss sealed bids, proposals, or negotiated contracts.

• Closed session discussion regarding sealed bids and related documents

The City Council met in a closed session to discuss sealed bids, proposals, and documents related to negotiated contracts. No other items were discussed before the meeting adjourned.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss sealed bids and proposals (6-0)

Bicycle and Pedestrian Commission

The commission will conduct a regular meeting including the election of a Vice Chair. Discussion items include the 2023 MoDOT Unfunded Needs List and Orr Street parking. Staff reports from Vision Zero, Parks & Recreation, and Planning are also scheduled.

• Election of Vice Chair
• 2023 MoDOT Unfunded Needs List
• Missouri Active Transportation Summit Report
• Orr Street Parking
• MoDOT Improve I-70 Kickoff/Industry Meetings

Tree Board

The Tree Board will discuss potential grant projects for the Missouri Department of Conservation community forestry program. Members will also receive an update on current account balances to conclude fiscal year 2023.

• Discussion of Missouri Department of Conservation community forestry grant projects
• Review of Tree Board budget and FY23 wrap-up
• Report from the city arborist regarding current issues and upcoming projects

The Tree Board approved funding for printed materials, outreach concessions, children's literature, and a continuing education workshop. The board also discussed potential tree planting projects for community housing and storm damage cleanup.

• Approved budget for printed items including shirts and interpretive signs (6-0)
• Approved budget for outreach event concessions via local business gift cards (6-0)
• Approved budget for a continuing education workshop for Michael Kyd (6-0)
• Approved budget for children's literature as promotional material (6-0)
• Approved the agenda (5-0)
• Approved the minutes of the last meeting (5-0)

Public Transit Advisory Commission

The commission will review a draft letter regarding the proposed FY 24 City Budget. Members will also hold a discussion regarding the Tiger Line.

• Proposed FY 24 Budget Letter to Council (DRAFT)
• Tiger Line Discussion

The Public Transit Advisory Commission approved a draft budget letter to be sent to the City Council. Members also discussed Tiger Line operations, driver shortages, and ParaTransit training.

• Approved agenda with added National Federation of the Blind item (unanimous)
• Approved July 18 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved FY 24 Budget Letter to be sent to City Council (unanimous)

Commission on Human Rights

The subcommittee will review a recap of Juneteenth and discuss Journey to Inclusive Excellence. The agenda also includes an item regarding Pridefest.

• Juneteenth Recap
• Journey to Inclusive Excellence
• Pridefest

Commission on Human Rights

The Commission will review minutes from the June 27, 2023 meeting. Discussion items include a presentation by Randy Cole of the Columbia Housing Authority and participation in Pridefest/Journey to Inclusive Excellence.

• Presentation by Randy Cole of the Columbia Housing Authority
• Discussion on Pridefest/Journey to Inclusive Excellence participation
• Reports from CPRB and Education and Outreach

The Commission approved the minutes from the June 27, 2023, meeting and the current meeting agenda. Members received a presentation from the Columbia Housing Authority and discussed Pridefest participation.

• Approved June 27, 2023, draft minutes (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing for the Fairview Park master plan update. The meeting includes a presentation of the proposed fiscal year 2024 Parks and Recreation budget. Staff will also report on the Orr Street property acquisition and the Gans Creek Recreation Area emergency siren.

• Fairview Park master plan update public hearing
• Proposed FY2024 Parks and Recreation budget presentation
• Orr Street property acquisition update
• Urban deer management program update
• Gans Creek Recreation Area emergency siren update

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will conduct a work session regarding short-term rental regulations. The discussion includes follow-up items and proposed amendments to the current working draft.

• Short-term Rental Regulations - Follow up & Amendments

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved revisions to short-term rental (STR) regulations to treat owners and tenants equally as principal residents. The Commission also directed legal staff to create parking standard exceptions for dwellings in overlay zones or the M-DT district. Other proposed changes to rental day limits and operator provisions were discussed but not adopted.

• Approved treating owners and tenants equally as principal residents for STR purposes (9-0)
• Directed Legal staff to create parking standard exceptions for Tier 2 and 3 dwellings in overlay zones or the M-DT district (8-1)
• Adopted meeting agenda unanimously
• Approved July 20, 2023 Regular Meeting minutes
• Approved July 20, 2023 Work Session minutes with revisions

Disabilities Commission

The commission will review the Senator Chuck Graham Memorial Disability and Advocacy Ambassador Award. Members will also discuss a report on an ADA Symposium experience and a Transit Consultant Project involving a steering committee.

• Senator Chuck Graham Memorial Disability and Advocacy Ambassador Award
• Report to Council on ADA Symposium Experience
• Transit Consultant Project and a Steering Committee

The Commission selected Lydia Olmsted as the 2023 recipient of the Senator Chuck Graham Memorial Disability and Advocacy Ambassador Award. Members also decided that sitting commission members are ineligible for the award. The body discussed transit overcrowding, paratransit IDs, and accessibility issues at a local Target.

• Approved motion that sitting Disabilities Commission members are ineligible for the Senator Chuck Graham Memorial Disability and Advocacy Ambassador Award
• Selected Lydia Olmsted as the 2023 recipient of the Senator Chuck Graham Memorial Disability and Advocacy Ambassador Award
• Approved amendment to the agenda to include discussion of the Orr Street Park Project
• Approved amended July 13, 2023 meeting minutes

Railroad Advisory Board

The Railroad Advisory Board will review financial statements for railroad and transload operations. The agenda also includes July 2023 COLT traffic reports and the final Colt Economic Impact Analysis report.

• Final Report on Colt Economic Impact Analysis
• Railroad and Transload Financial Statements
• COLT Traffic Reports (July 2023)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review minutes from the June 6-8, 2023 meeting and discuss defining topics for future meetings. The agenda also includes a presentation on human trafficking in the Boone County area.

• Presentation on human trafficking in the Boone County area
• Discussion regarding defining topics for future Board meetings
• Review of June 6-8, 2023 meeting minutes

The Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from June 8, 2023. Members discussed potential future meeting topics and received a presentation on human trafficking in Boone County. The Director provided updates on ARPA funding, HIV management, and public health concerns including measles and TB.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 8, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Substance Use Prevention Advisory Commission

The commission will review the May 10, 2023 draft minutes and discuss its name and goals. Reports are scheduled from ADAPT (MIZPIP), Columbia Public Schools, Public Health and Human Services, and the Columbia Police Department.

• Review of Commission Name and Goals
• ADAPT (MIZPIP) report
• Columbia Public Schools report
• Public Health and Human Services staff report
• Columbia Police Department staff report

The commission discussed updating its name and objectives to better reflect current substance use disorder terminology and harm reduction strategies. Members unanimously decided that Hollis will distribute a proposal for the new name and purpose for member input.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 10, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Decided unanimously that Hollis will send members the proposed name and purpose suggestions for input

Citizens Police Review Board

The board will discuss updates to police policies 300, 306, and 440. Members are also planning a special meeting for September 14 regarding policies 300 and 447. The board is currently auditing 2022 complaints involving use of force, search and seizure, and discourtesy.

• Review of Police Policies 300, 306, and 440
• Planning for September 14 special meeting on policies 300 and 447
• Audits of 2022 complaints regarding search and seizure, use of force, and discourtesy
• Reports from the Human Rights Commission and Outreach Subcommittee

The Citizens Police Review Board approved three recommendations to the police chief and city manager regarding arrest procedures and the use of restraints. The board also planned a public work session for September 14 to review police policies 300 and 447.

• Approved recommendation that officers offer a reason for arrest or detention whenever practicable (Unanimous)
• Approved recommendation that handcuffs/restraints be avoided during detention without arrest unless there is a safety, flight, or interference risk (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved recommendation that officers include the reason for using restraints in a narrative report (Unanimous)
• Tabled recommendation regarding offering individuals the opportunity to voluntarily cooperate with restraints
• Approved July 12, 2023 regular and closed meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved the meeting agenda (Unanimous)

Parking Advisory Commission

The Parking Advisory Commission will discuss parking concerns related to the future Orr Street Park. The commission will also receive an update on the 8th and Cherry Garage and review parking revenues.

• Parking concerns at Future Orr Street Park
• 8th and Cherry Garage update
• Review of parking revenues

Conley Fund Advisory Committee

The committee will review the Fund Assets Report for the 2022-23 period. Members will also consider a decision regarding the 2023 fund distribution to PHHS.

• Fund Assets Report, 2022-23
• Decision Regarding 2023 Fund Distribution to PHHS

The Conley Fund Advisory Committee reviewed fund asset reports for 2022-23. The committee unanimously approved a specific grant distribution for 2023.

• Approved $5,478.54 grant from the Conley Fund for 2023 to PHHS (unanimous)

Water and Light Advisory Board

The board will review June financial statements and the FY 2024 Operations & Maintenance Budget. Members will also receive updates on renewable energy, capital improvement progress, and the 2018 Water Ballot Project.

• Election of officers
• Review of FY 2024 Operations & Maintenance Budget
• Review of FY 2024 Capital Improvement Plan
• Quarterly renewable energy report
• Update on the 2018 Water Ballot Project

The board unanimously elected Gregg Coffin as Chair and Philip Fracica as Vice-Chair. Members reviewed quarterly financial reports, the FY 2024 budget and capital improvement plans, and discussed upcoming electric vehicle training and rate affordability.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 10, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Gregg Coffin as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Philip Fracica as Vice-Chair (unanimous)

Columbia Police Chief's Vehicle Stop Committee

The agenda contains only procedural items, such as approving the agenda and minutes from July 11, 2023. No specific new or old business is listed for discussion.

• Approval of draft committee minutes from July 11, 2023

The committee reviewed historical traffic stop data by race since 2012 and discussed disparities in stop rates. A motion to obtain a report from Don Love or invite him to a future meeting was defeated. No new business was introduced.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved July 11, 2023 minutes as amended (5-0)
• Denied motion to get Don Love's report or invite him to present (1-4)

City of Columbia New Century Fund, Inc. Board

The board will review suggested amendments to the organization's bylaws. The meeting also includes a review of the second quarter 2023 treasurer's report and an update on the Lang Award.

• Suggested Bylaws Amendments
• Second Q 2023 Treasurer's Report
• Lang Award Update

City Council

The City Council will consider the FY 2024 Annual Budget and several public hearings regarding infrastructure and utility projects. The agenda includes multiple rezoning requests, park improvements, and sidewalk construction authorizations.

• Public hearing for FY 2024 Annual Budget
• Proposed renovations to the Ashley Street Center at 1509 Ashley Street
• Substation transformer and switchgear additions at Bolstad and Perche Creek
• Sidewalk construction on Scott Boulevard and Broadway
• Rezoning of property at Sexton Road and Garth Avenue (Kinney Point)

The Council approved renovations for the Ashley Street Center and authorized final designs for transformer and switchgear additions at the Bolstad and Perche Creek substations. Several bills regarding parks, biodiversity grants, and city code amendments were enacted. The public hearing for the FY 2024 Annual Budget will continue on August 21, 2023.

• Approved renovations and improvements to the Ashley Street Center (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved final design for Bolstad Substation transformer and switchgear additions (voice vote)
• Approved final design for Perche Creek Substation 161 kV bus configuration (voice vote)
• Approved final design for Perche Creek Substation transformer and switchgear addition (voice vote)
• Enacted B157-23 amending Parks and Recreation fees (6-0)
• Enacted B174-23 allowing archery deer hunting at John W. Alspaugh Park (6-0)
• Enacted B175-23 authorizing a biodiversity grant program with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (6-0)
• Approved minutes from July 17, 2023, July 5, 2022, and July 18, 2022 (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

This agenda contains only procedural items and a motion to enter closed sessions. No specific legislative or business items are listed for open discussion.

• No specific ordinances, contracts, or rezonings are listed on this agenda.

The City Council met for a closed session to discuss employee matters, sealed bids, and personnel records. No other items were discussed, and no public decisions were recorded.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss personnel and sealed bids

Mayor's Council on Physical Fitness and Health

The council will review the July 2023 minutes and a report from Splat. Members are also scheduled to discuss changes to the 2024 award nomination form, potential collaborations, and fall/winter activities.

• Report from Splat
• Discussion of 2024 award nomination form changes
• Discussion of potential collaborations
• Finalization of fall / winter activity

Community Land Trust Organization Board

The Community Land Trust Organization Board will review financial statements from May and June 2023. The meeting includes discussions regarding HUD housing counseling partnerships and the Affordable Housing Coalition. The board will also address a budget amendment for Quickbooks renewal.

• Proposed FY2023 Budget Amendment
• Discussion on R1 percentage and gentle density in Columbia
• Partnership discussions with Love Columbia and Boone County Upward Mobility
• Quickbooks Annual Renewal and Budget Amendment

The Board approved a budget amendment to cover a price increase for Quickbooks software. The Board also accepted financial reports for May and June 2023 and tabled a review of bank accounts.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved June 7, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Accepted May and June 2023 Treasurer's reports (6-0)
• Tabled bank account RFP (6-0)
• Approved increasing office supplies and software budget line item by $100 to $1,100 for Quickbooks fee (6-0)

Columbia Area Transportation Study Organization (CATSO)

The CATSO Technical Committee is reviewing drafts for upcoming transportation planning and funding. This includes the FY 2024-2027 Transportation Improvement Program and the FY 2024 Unified Planning Work Program. The committee will also discuss the scope of services for a Metropolitan Transportation Plan update request for proposal.

• Draft FY 2024-2027 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Draft FY 2024 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP)
• Scope of services for Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) RFP update

The Technical Committee approved forwarding the draft FY 2024-2027 Transportation Improvement Program and the draft FY 2024 Unified Planning Work Program to the Coordinating Committee for public hearings on August 24. The UPWP approval is subject to revisions based on Boone County staff comments.

• Approved agenda as written (unanimous)
• Approved May 3 Technical Committee meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding draft FY 2024-2027 Transportation Improvement Program to Coordinating Committee for August 24 public hearing (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding draft FY 2024 Unified Planning Work Program to Coordinating Committee for August 24 public hearing, subject to Boone County staff revisions (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review demolition permit applications and discuss the 2024 Most Notable Properties applications. The agenda also includes follow-up regarding Columbia College properties on Range Line Street.

• Demolition permit applications for 1103 St Ann Ct and 103 St Ann Ct
• 2024 Most Notable Properties applications opening
• Salvage follow-up for Columbia College properties on Range Line Street

The Historic Preservation Commission closed the review of a demolition permit application for a structure at 1103 Ann Court. Staff provided updates on the Certified Local Government program and the Urban Conservation Overlay study.

• Approved agenda as distributed (unanimous voice vote)
• Closed review of demolition permit application for 1103 Ann Court (unanimous voice vote)

Convention and Visitors Advisory Board

The Convention and Visitors Advisory Board will review the Tourism Development Signature Series Application for Treeline Music Fest. The meeting includes a vote on an updated signature series application and score sheet, along with reports from staff, The District, and the Boone County Commission.

• Tourism Development Signature Series Application - Treeline Music Fest
• Review and vote on updated Signature Series Application & Score Sheet

The Convention and Visitors Advisory Board approved funding for the 2023 Treeline Music Fest. The board also accepted updates to the Tourism Development Signature Series application and scoring process effective October 1, 2023.

• Approved $20,000 for 2023 Treeline Music Fest marketing and promotion
• Approved updates to the Tourism Development Signature Series application and score sheet

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will review and approve meeting minutes from June 2023. The agenda also includes an update and tour regarding the Airport Administration and Car Rental facility.

• Approval of June 2023 meeting minutes
• Airport Administration and Car Rental facility update and tour
• Report from Mike Parks

The Airport Advisory Board meeting scheduled for July 26, 2023, was canceled. No decisions were made.

Downtown Columbia Leadership Council

The council will discuss its purpose, duties, and related discussion questions. The meeting also includes an update on The District CID from Nickie Davis.

• Review of the Downtown Columbia Leadership Council Purpose & Duties
• The District CID Update
• Approval of May 24, 2023 minutes

The council approved the meeting agenda and the May 24, 2023 minutes. Members discussed the possibility of decommissioning the council due to quorum issues and lack of effectiveness, as well as potential name changes to better reflect their boundaries.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved May 24, 2023 minutes

Climate and Environment Commission

The commission will discuss a proposal to change CAAP greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals. The agenda also includes a presentation on a proposed electric rate structure and discussion regarding FY 25 budget priorities.

• Proposed revised electric rate structure
• W&L Community Solar Presentation
• Proposal for changes to CAAP GHG emissions reduction goals
• Initial FY 25 budget priorities discussion
• Letter of support for FY 24 budget

The Commission voted to endorse the Columbia Fair Electric Rate Coalition's proposed electric rate structure. It also approved a letter of support for six specific FY 24 budget items but rejected a proposal to accelerate GHG reduction goals.

• Endorsed Columbia Fair Electric Rate Coalition proposal (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for six FY 24 budget priorities (unanimous)
• Denied motion to change CAAP GHG reduction goal from 50% by 2035 to 50% by 2030 (2-6)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 2023 meeting minutes (passed without dissent, 1 abstention)

Building Construction Codes Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Building Construction Codes Commission on July 24, 2023, was cancelled. No items were presented for discussion or decision.

City Council

The City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a joint work session to discuss short-term rental regulations. The meeting includes a review of the final draft STR regulations and a council report from June 5, 2023.

• Discussion of short-term rental regulations
• Review of final draft STR regulations

ARPA Evaluation Committee

The ARPA Evaluation Committee will receive reports regarding County and City ARPA funds. The committee will also consider a motion to enter a closed session to discuss RFP proposals.

• Reports on County ARPA
• Reports on City of ARPA
• Motion for closed session to discuss City of Columbia RFP proposals

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning Commission and City Council will hold a joint work session regarding short-term rental regulations. The discussion includes a report from the June 5, 2023, City Council meeting and a final draft of the regulations.

• Short-term rental regulations discussion
• Review of June 5, 2023, Council Report

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will conduct an election of officers and review monthly reports for May and June 2023. Following the meeting, members will tour several park project sites throughout the city.

• Election of officers
• Cosmo Park projects (Burford Shelter, Lamb Shelter, Tot Lot, Fitness Trail)
• Northeast Regional Park - Northeast Event Center
• John W. Alspaugh Park Development
• Indian Hills Park

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission is reviewing four applications to change property zoning in Columbia. These requests involve transitions between residential, office, and mixed-use districts.

• Rezoning 0.17 acres at 307 N Tenth Street from R-MF to M-OF
• Rezoning 9.94 acres at 1215 Nifong Boulevard from A to M-N
• Rezoning 8.21 acres at 1990 Southampton Drive from PD to R-MF
• Rezoning 0.5 acres at W. Broadway Street and Manor Drive for 'Thomas Dental'

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted to recommend approval for two property rezoning requests to the City Council. Both requests aimed to change land use designations to allow for commercial or office development.

• Recommended approval to rezone 307 N Tenth Street from R-MF to M-OF for office use (7-0)
• Recommended approval to rezone 1215 Nifong Boulevard from A to M-N (7-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved July 6, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0, 2 abstentions)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing engagement survey results regarding short-term rentals. The session also includes a review of draft short-term rental regulations and related ordinances.

• Short-Term Rental Survey follow-up
• Review of Final Draft STR Regulations
• Discussion of Stay of Enforcement Ordinance (Ord. #24964)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved definitions and provisions for proposed short-term rental regulations. The approved version includes a change to remove 'secondary residence' from Tier 2 and establishes a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) process for secondary and investor-owned residences in residential zoning districts.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 6, 2023 work session minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted supplemental short-term rental survey results as general information
• Approved short-term rental definitions as amended to clarify 'days rented' vs 'days advertised' (unanimous)
• Approved short-term rental provisions as written, except for the removal of 'secondary residence' from Tier 2 and the creation of a CUP process for secondary and investor-owned residences

Columbia Area Transportation Study Organization (CATSO)

The CATSO Coordinating Committee will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed amendment to the FY 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). This amendment proposes adding one project to the MoDOT construction section. The committee will also review and approve minutes from the May 25, 2023 meeting.

• Public hearing for FY 2023-2026 TIP amendment
• Addition of one project to MoDOT construction section
• Approval of May 25, 2023, meeting minutes

The committee approved an amendment to the FY 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program to add a pavement preservation project on US Highway 40. The project involves a section of the highway within the CATSO metropolitan planning area.

• Approved agenda (Unanimous voice vote)
• Approved May 25, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous voice vote)
• Approved FY 2023-2026 TIP amendment to add US Highway 40 Pavement Preservation and Improvement Project with a $1,245,000 budget (Unanimous voice vote)

Tree Board

The Tree Board discussed budget items including apparel, interpretive signs for a tree trail, and event refreshments. The board decided to attend two farmers market events. No formal votes were recorded for budget expenditures.

• Approved the agenda (4-0)
• Approved minutes of the last meeting (4-0)
• Decided to attend two farmers market events
• Updated the work calendar

Bicycle and Pedestrian Commission

The Commission will review the proposed FY 2024 City of Columbia budget. Members will also receive updates on the Interstate 70/St. Charles Road Interchange and a walk audit for the Interstate 70/US Highway 63 Interchange.

• Columbia Proposed FY 2024 Budget
• Interstate 70/St. Charles Road Interchange
• Interstate 70/US Highway 63 Interchange walk audit update

The commission held a regular meeting to receive staff reports on Vision Zero and Parks & Recreation. No substantive policy decisions or budget approvals were made during the session.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved June 21, 2023 meeting minutes

Public Transit Advisory Commission

The Public Transit Advisory Commission will discuss the city budget and a RAISE grant award. The meeting includes updates on Vision Zero, disability, bike/pedestrian, and CATSO initiatives. Additionally, June FY2023 ridership data will be reviewed.

• City Budget
• RAISE Grant Award
• June FY2023 ridership report
• Vision Zero, Disability, Bike/Ped, and CATSO updates

The commission discussed providing budget recommendations to the City Council regarding driver recruitment, pay, and disability awareness training. Staff reported a $23.1 million RAISE grant award for the renovation of the Grissum building. No formal votes were taken on budget recommendations during the meeting.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 20 minutes (unanimous)
• Awarded $23.1 million RAISE grant for Grissum building renovation

City Council

The council will consider adopting the FY 2024 annual budget and establishing new city code regulations for microbusiness marijuana facilities and adult use. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding a renewable energy plan and sidewalk repairs on several streets. Additionally, various infrastructure agreements and utility updates are scheduled for consideration.

• Adoption of the FY 2024 Annual Budget
• Establishing regulations for microbusiness marijuana facilities and adult use
• Sidewalk and curb ramp repairs on Rollins Street, Burnam Avenue, Kentucky Boulevard, Curtis Avenue, Richmond Avenue, and Tiger Avenue
• Rezoning property at the southeast corner of Grindstone Parkway and State Farm Parkway
• Amending Parks and Recreation fees

The City Council approved new regulations for the adult use of marijuana and established business license rules for microbusiness marijuana facilities. The Council also accepted the 2023 Renewable Energy Plan and approved several sidewalk construction projects.

• Enacted B144-23 establishing new regulations for adult use of marijuana (6-0)
• Enacted B142-23 establishing microbusiness marijuana license regulations, amending a fee to $500.00 (6-0)
• Enacted B143-23 establishing microbusiness marijuana regulations (6-0)
• Approved 2023 Renewable Energy Plan (unanimous voice vote)
• Enacted B145-23, B146-23, and B147-23 for sidewalk construction and curb ramp replacement on Rollins St, Burnam Ave, Kentucky Blvd, Curtis Ave, Richmond Ave, and Tiger Ave (6-0)
• Approved FY 2023 Annual Budget third quarter appropriation (6-0)
• Adopted fourth amendment to collective bargaining agreement with Columbia Police Officers Association (6-0)
• Appointed members to Bicycle/Pedestrian, Building Construction Codes, Cultural Affairs, Housing and Community Development, and Public Transit commissions

City Council

The City Council will receive a presentation regarding the Recycling and Waste Diversion Program. The Council will also consider a motion to enter a closed session to discuss the leasing, purchase, or sale of real estate.

• Recycling and Waste Diversion Program Presentation
• Motion for closed session regarding real estate transactions

City Utilities staff presented data from the Recycling and Waste Diversion Program Evaluation, including findings that 21% of trash was recyclables. The Council then voted to enter a closed session to discuss the leasing, purchase, or sale of real estate.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for real estate discussion (6-0)

Finance Advisory and Audit Committee

The Finance Advisory and Audit Committee will review the current committee structure and mandate. The meeting also includes a review of the draft FY24 Budget and a monthly economic report.

• FAAC Structure/Mandate Review
• Proposal to expand FAAC to 7 members
• Finance Ordinance Review
• Draft FY24 Budget
• Monthly Economic Report

City Council

The Columbia City Council will hold a budget work session to review the Fiscal Year 2024 budget presentation. No other specific items are listed for discussion.

• FY 24 Budget Work Session Presentation

City Council and staff reviewed the FY24 budget, including total revenues of $501,107,714.00 and proposed departmental reorganizations. No formal votes or final approvals were recorded during this work session.

• Proposed creation of Housing & Neighborhood Programs Department to split from Community Development
• Proposed move of Project Management Office (PMO) from IT to the City Manager’s Office
• Discussed FY24 budget priorities: employees, infrastructure, affordable housing, social services, and public transportation

Disabilities Commission

The commission will discuss implementation ideas from the National ADA Symposium and address sidewalk obstructions at downtown bars. Staff reports are scheduled from the Public Transit Advisory Commission, MU Chancellor's Committee on Persons with Disabilities, and Vision Zero Working Group.

• Discussion of Senator Chuck Graham Memorial Disability and Advocacy Ambassador Award
• Implementation ideas from the National ADA Symposium
• Downtown bars and sidewalk obstructions
• Public Transit Advisory Commission report
• MU Chancellor's Committee on Persons with Disabilities report

The Disabilities Commission approved sending a letter to Harpo’s requesting that barriers not encroach on pedestrian pathways. The Commission also voted to extend the nomination period for the Senator Chuck Graham Memorial Disability and Advocacy Ambassador Award.

• Approved motion to send letter to Harpo’s regarding sidewalk obstructions
• Approved motion to move vote for Senator Chuck Graham Memorial Award to August to extend nomination period
• Approved June 8, 2023 meeting minutes

Columbia Sports Commission

The Columbia Sports Commission is meeting to discuss updates regarding sports facilities and programs. The agenda includes an update on the Columbia Sports Fieldhouse Expansion Project and the Missouri State High School Activities Association. Staff will also provide reports on sports sales activities.

• Update on Columbia Sports Fieldhouse Expansion Project
• Missouri State High School Activities Association update
• Perfect Game Campus Series review
• Sports sales activities report

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the April minutes. Staff provided updates on sports event bids, the Sports Fieldhouse expansion, and upcoming tournaments. No other substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as written
• Approved April minutes as written

Parking Advisory Commission

The commission will review the June 2023 parking revenues. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a discussion of old business.

• Review of June 2023 Parking Revenues

Citizens Police Review Board

The Board is reviewing 2022 complaints regarding search and seizure, use of force, and discourtesy. Members will also discuss Senate Bill 189 and plan a special meeting regarding Police Policies 300 and 447.

• Audits of 2022 complaints involving search and seizure, use of force, and discourtesy
• Review of Police Policy 300 and Police Policy 447
• Discussion of Senate Bill 189
• Planning for a special meeting on police policies
• Hiring process for the new Police Chief

The Citizens Police Review Board approved three recommendations to improve the delivery and receipt of official notices and complaint responses. The board also scheduled a special meeting to review police policies and discussed the hiring process for a new police chief.

• Approved recommendation to consider notice given 5 business days after mailing (7-0)
• Approved recommendation for police to ensure timely delivery of materials to jails and hospitals (7-0)
• Approved recommendation to allow complainants to request responses be sent to multiple addresses (7-0)
• Approved special meeting date for Police Policies 300 and 447 on September 14, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved June 14, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 14, 2023 closed meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter closed session at 7:01 p.m. (7-0)

Citizens Police Review Board

The Citizens Police Review Board's Outreach Subcommittee is meeting to discuss ideas for upcoming outreach events. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding a brochure.

• Upcoming outreach events and ideas
• Brochure

Columbia Police Chief's Vehicle Stop Committee

The Columbia Police Chief's Vehicle Stop Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes and address old business. The agenda includes reviewing the proposed mission statement for a communications subcommittee.

• Proposed Communications Subcommittee Mission Statement
• Approval of June 13, 2023, draft committee minutes

The committee approved a recommendation to the Police Chief for a mission statement focused on examining vehicle stop data to promote evidence-based and unbiased stops. Members also discussed methods for gathering community input and reviewing traffic stop data.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved June 13, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Tabled Communications Subcommittee mission statement discussion (4-1)
• Recommended amended mission statement to the Chief (5-0)

Commission on Cultural Affairs

The Commission will review the status of FY23 funding and updates regarding the Columbia Arts Fund. A public hearing will be held to collect comments on the annual arts funding process.

• Ratification of scores and finalization of FY24 annual arts funding levels
• Public hearing for comments on the arts funding process
• Review of FY23 funding status

The Commission on Cultural Affairs ratified scores and finalized funding levels and stipulations for FY24 annual arts funding. The board also approved two small grant requests for the Odyssey Chamber Music Series. A sub-committee will be formed to discuss additional funding based on a proposal from David Wilson.

• Approved two $500 grants for Odyssey Chamber Music Series
• Approved FY24 funding levels, scores, and stipulations (8-0)
• Approved June 12, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved meeting agenda

Water and Light Advisory Board

The Water and Light Advisory Board will discuss a 100% renewable energy study by The Energy Authority. The meeting includes the introduction of the FY 2024 Operations & Maintenance Budget and Capital Improvement Plan for electric and water services. Additionally, the board will receive an update on community solar rate applications.

• The Energy Authority (TEA) 100% Renewable Study discussion
• Introduction of FY 2024 Operations & Maintenance Budget
• Introduction of FY 2024 Capital Improvement Plan
• Community Solar Rate Application draft update
• Water update regarding irrigation in Southwest

The Board reviewed five scenarios to achieve 100% renewable energy by 2030 and discussed a proposed community solar program for residential customers. Members also reviewed monthly financial reports and water pressure issues in Southwest Columbia. No final policy or rate changes were decided.

• Approved June 7, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 10, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
• Agreed to review a draft summary of renewable energy steps at the August meeting
• Agreed to include community solar as a topic for the October 25 public input meeting

Mayor's Council on Physical Fitness and Health

The Council will review reports on the May Family Fun Fest and Breakfast Station. Members are also scheduled to discuss upcoming events including Splat and several Family Fun Fest sessions.

• Reports on May Family Fun Fest and Breakfast Station
• Discussion of fall activities
• Review of 2024 award nomination form changes
• Splat event scheduled for July 15
• Family Fun Fest: Healthy Habits (July 19), Be Prepared (Aug 16), and Creative Kids (Sept 20)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss a proposed Unified Development Code text change regarding substandard lot activation. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the June 22, 2023, work session.

• Proposed UDC Text Change - Substandard Lot Activation

The Planning and Zoning Commission held a work session to discuss a proposed Unified Development Code (UDC) text change regarding substandard lot activation. No formal vote was taken on the proposal, but the Commission requested a report be sent to the City Council before a future public hearing.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted June 22, 2023 work session minutes (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several rezoning and subdivision requests. These include proposals for cottage-style development at 200 W Old Plank Road and a change to multi-family zoning near Garden Drive and I-70 Drive Northwest.

• Rezoning of 2.22 acres at 200 W Old Plank Road from R-MF to R-2 (Case # 182-2023)
• Approval of a 19-lot Preliminary Plat for OPR Subdivision Plat 2 (Case # 183-2023)
• Rezoning of 1.85 acres near Garden Drive and I-70 Drive Northwest to R-MF (Case # 184-2023)

The commission held a public hearing regarding Case # 182-2023 to rezone 2.22 acres at 200 W Old Plank Road from Multiple-family Dwelling (R-MF) to Two-family Dwelling (R-2) for cottage-style development. Staff recommended approval of the rezoning. No final vote on the rezoning was recorded in the provided text.

• Approved the meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved June 22, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0, 1 abstention)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review demolition permit applications for 1501 Business Loop 70 East. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a salvage event for Range Line Street properties and nominations for Most Notable Properties. Additionally, the meeting includes reports on the BillionGraves Project and UC-O study status.

• Demolition permit applications for 1501 Business Loop 70 East
• Salvage Event - Range Line Street Properties
• Call for nominations for Most Notable Properties
• Preservation Plan & Grant Process discussion
• BillionGraves Project report

The minutes for the July 5, 2023, meeting list agenda items including a demolition permit application and new business, but do not record any votes or final decisions. The document is procedural and does not state the outcomes of the items discussed.

Airport Advisory Board

The board will review May 2023 meeting minutes and receive a report from Mike Parks. A motion is included to enter a closed session to discuss sealed bids or negotiated contracts.

• Review of May 2023 meeting minutes
• Report from Mike Parks
• Motion for closed session regarding sealed bids and contracts

The Airport Advisory Board approved the May 2023 meeting minutes and the current agenda. The board voted to direct Mike Parks to submit paperwork for AAB charter revisions to the City Council. Members also received updates on general aviation growth and airport operations.

• Approved June 28, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 24, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Directed Mike Parks to submit AAB charter revision paperwork to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss sealed bids and proposals (6-0)

Downtown Columbia Leadership Council

The Downtown Columbia Leadership Council will discuss its purpose and duties during this meeting. The agenda also includes an update on the District CID from Nickie Davis.

• Review of DLC Purpose & Duties
• The District CID Update

Climate and Environment Commission

The Climate and Environment Commission will review updates on the Show Me the Heat program and the 2022 Greenhouse Gas Inventory Report. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the budget priority process and the annual commission report.

• Show Me the Heat update from Office of Sustainability staff
• Review of the 2022 CAAP Report
• Discussion of the budget priority process
• Presentation of the 2022 Greenhouse Gas Inventory Report

The commission discussed the 'Show Me the Heat' GIS Story Map and potential resilience projects to reduce urban heat. Staff reported a 3.1% decrease in community-wide and 8.1% decrease in municipal greenhouse gas emissions since 2015. No formal votes were recorded for new ordinances or contracts.

• Approved May 2023 meeting minutes
• Established a task for Climate Action and Adaptation Plan community engagement
• Scheduled budget priority recommendations for the July agenda

Building Construction Codes Commission

The Building Construction Codes Commission will review the March 27, 2023, meeting minutes and an IECC Committee consensus statement. The commission will also address a fire sprinkler system at 800 Cherry st.

• Fire Sprinkler System at 800 Cherry st
• AD HOC IECC Committee consensus statement
• Approval of March 27, 2023 meeting minutes

The Commission approved the minutes from the March 27, 2023 meeting and adopted a consensus statement from the Ad Hoc IECC Committee. The board also heard an appeal regarding a fire sprinkler requirement for a business at 800 Cherry Street, though no decision on the appeal was recorded in the provided text.

• Approved March 27, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ad Hoc IECC Committee consensus statement (Unanimous)

Convention and Visitors Advisory Board

The Convention and Visitors Advisory Board will conduct a tour of the new Columbia Regional Airport Terminal. The board will also review an updated Signature Series Application and Score Sheet. Additionally, staff and regional reports from The District and Boone County Commission are scheduled.

• Tour of the New Columbia Regional Airport Terminal
• Review of Updated Signature Series Application and Score Sheet
• June CVB Staff Report
• Update from The District
• Update from Boone County Commission

The board approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. Members reviewed proposed updates to the Tourism Development Signature Series application and score sheet, with a final vote scheduled for July. Staff provided updates on a budgeted FY2024 feasibility study regarding convention center needs.

• Approved agenda as written
• Approved minutes as written
• Tabled vote on Signature Series Application and Score Sheet updates until July meeting

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will continue its discussion regarding the Residential Cottage (R-C) District. This includes reviewing staff reports and draft text changes for the district. The agenda also addresses detached frontage under the UDC Form-based Code.

• R-C District text change discussion
• Detached Frontage - UDC Form-based Code

The Planning and Zoning Commission discussed revisions to allow the reuse of substandard lots across all residential zoning districts, including R-1, R-2, and R-MF. The Commission agreed to use existing 'cottage' dimensional standards as the minimum requirement for these lots. Work on the creation of a new R-C (Residential Cottage) district is delayed to prioritize this request from the City Council.

• Adopted meeting agenda unanimously
• Approved including R-1 substandard lots in proposed text changes (majority vote)
• Decided to use 'cottage' dimensional standards as minimum requirements for substandard lots
• Decided not to add a lot coverage ratio to the proposed revisions

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two rezoning requests from PL Real Estate, LLC. These requests involve changing property designations to the Mixed-use Corridor district.

• Case # 165-2023: Rezoning 13.93 acres at 1110 Nifong Boulevard from PD to M-C
• Case # 166-2023: Rezoning 1.03 acres near Grindstone and State Farm Parkways from R-MF and A to M-C

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval for a rezoning request to move 13.93 acres of property from a Planned Development district to a Mixed-use Corridor district. The recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council.

• Recommended approval of rezoning 13.93 acres at 1110 Nifong Boulevard from PD to M-C (8-0)

Tree Board

The Tree Board will meet with the Climate and Environment Commission to discuss priorities for the City's Comprehensive Plan. The board will also review its budget for outreach materials and discuss upcoming tasks in its work calendar. Additionally, the city arborist will provide an update on current issues and projects.

• Collaboration with the Climate and Environment Commission regarding the City's Comprehensive Plan
• Discussion of budget for registration and outreach materials
• Review of the board's work calendar
• Update from the city arborist on current issues and upcoming projects

The Tree Board approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. Members discussed collaboration with the Climate and Environment Commission regarding tree preservation and native plant species. The board voted to table the budget item until the next meeting.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (6-0)
• Tabled Tree Board budget (6-0)

Bicycle and Pedestrian Commission

The commission will review staff reports from Vision Zero, Parks and Recreation, and Planning. The meeting also includes discussion of a draft letter to City Council regarding PTAC and the Highway 63/70 interchange.

• Draft letter to City Council regarding PTAC
• Highway 63/70 Interchange discussion
• Vision Zero Report review
• Parks and Recreation Report review
• Planning Staff Report review

The Commission authorized a letter of recommendation for an FY23 SS4A grant and approved a letter to City Council opposing public transit budget cuts. Members also reviewed Vision Zero crash statistics and the city's Silver Bicycle Friendly Community status.

• Approved motion authorizing Chair Elke Boyd to write a recommendation letter for the FY23 SS4A grant
• Approved revisions to a letter to City Council opposing public transit budget cuts and requesting driver pay raises
• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved minutes from the May 17, 2023 meeting

City Council

The City Council will review several zoning changes and a voluntary annexation near Richland Road. The meeting includes discussions on grant agreements for Douglass Park and Orr Street Park improvements. Public hearings are also scheduled regarding sidewalk construction on Grindstone Parkway and highway reconfiguration projects.

• Amendment to Chapter 27 of the City Code regarding electric utility rates
• Voluntary annexation and rezoning of property near Richland Road and Olivet Road
• Grant agreements for Douglass Park and Orr Street Park improvements using ARPA funds
• Rezoning of 3300 New Haven Road to mixed-use corridor and neighborhood districts
• Public hearing for sidewalk construction on the south side of Grindstone Parkway

The Council approved design concepts for the I-70/Highway 63 connector reconfiguration and enacted changes to electric utility rates. Several grant agreements for park improvements were approved, and multiple zoning and annexation requests were decided.

• Approved I-70/Highway 63 Interchange enhancement design concepts (Unanimous)
• Approved construction of sidewalk on south side of Grindstone Parkway (Unanimous)
• Enacted B130-23 amending electric utility rates (5-2)
• Enacted B134-23 grant for Douglass Park improvement project (5-0)
• Enacted B135-23 grant for Orr Street Park property development (7-0)
• Enacted B116-23 and B117-23 for Richland Estates annexation and plat (4-3)
• Enacted B118-23 and R101-23 for South Rock Subdivision rezoning and plat (6-0)
• Appointed members to Library District, Cultural Affairs, Disabilities, Water and Light, and Youth boards

City Council

The City Council will receive a presentation regarding the FY 23 Strategic Plan Update. The agenda also includes an actuary report investment review for Police and Fire pensions.

• FY 23 Strategic Plan Update Presentation
• Actuary Report Investment Review: Police & Fire Pension

The City Council received a presentation on the FY 23 Strategic Plan and an actuary report regarding the Police and Firemen’s Retirement Fund. No formal votes or legislative decisions were recorded during the meeting.

Public Transit Advisory Commission

The commission will review updates regarding a transit study and an RFP. Members will also discuss route combining and staff updates on Vision Zero, disability, and bike-pedestrian topics.

• Transit Study Update
• RFP Update
• Route Combining Update
• Vision Zero, Disability & Bike-Ped updates

The commission approved a revised information packet for new members pending link corrections. Staff provided updates on driver shortages, the status of a transit study, and the planned August 1 route combining date.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 18 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved new member information packet pending link corrections (unanimous)

Finance Advisory and Audit Committee

The Finance Advisory and Audit Committee will review its structure, including the expansion of the committee to seven members. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the utility balance sheet, a five-year trend manual, and the monthly economic report.

• Expansion of FAAC to 7 members
• Finance Ordinance Review
• Utility Balance Sheet Discussion
• Five Year Trend Manual review
• Monthly Economic Report review

The Finance Advisory and Audit Committee approved a resolution to submit Article X to the City Council in support of changes made by the Purchasing Division. The committee also approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes.

• Approved resolution to submit Article X to Council regarding Purchasing Division changes (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved previous minutes (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will approve May 2023 minutes and a monthly report. The agenda includes the election of officers. Following adjournment, the Commission will tour several park projects.

• Election of officers
• Approval of May 2023 minutes
• Tour of Cosmo Park, Northeast Regional Park, and John W. Alspaugh Park Development
• Tour of Indian Hills Park and Lake of the Woods Golf Course
• Tour of Philips Park, Whitegate Park, Orr Street Park, and Clary-Shy Community Park

Housing and Community Development Commission

The Commission will review updates regarding the Housing and Community Development Needs Survey. Members will also discuss draft recommendations for FY 2024 CDBG and HOME funding, including reallocated requests.

• FY2024 and Reallocated CDBG & HOME Funding Recommendations
• Housing and Community Development Needs Survey Update and Analysis

The Housing and Community Development Commission approved funding recommendations for Reallocated CDBG, HOME, and FY 2024 CDBG programs. These recommendations will be presented to the City Council in August.

• Approved Reallocated CDBG funding recommendations including increased amounts for Job Point and Woodhaven (6-0)
• Approved HOME funding recommendations, including the Providence Walkway project (6-0)
• Approved FY 2024 CDBG funding recommendations (6-0)
• Approved May 17, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved May 24, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Citizens Police Review Board

The board will elect a Chair and Vice Chair and review police policies regarding body cameras and use of force. Members will also report on the progress of audits for 2022 complaints involving search, seizure, and discourtesy.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of Body Worn Camera Policy 447
• Review of Use of Force/Response to Resistance Policy 300
• Audit updates on 2022 complaints regarding search, seizure, use of force, and discourtesy

The Board elected Reece Ellis as Chair and Cheryl Miller as Vice Chair. Members reached consensus to schedule a special meeting to review police policies on body-worn cameras and use of force. The Board also reported progress on auditing 2022 police complaint files.

• Elected Reece Ellis as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Cheryl Miller as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved spending up to $75 in city funds for water and Gatorade for Juneteenth event (unanimous)
• Approved May 10, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 10, 2023 closed meeting minutes (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Consensus reached to schedule special meeting for review of Policies 300 and 447

Parking Advisory Commission

The commission will review the May 10th meeting minutes and discuss parking revenue from May 2023. The agenda also includes a maintenance update for the 8th & Cherry Garage.

• May 2023 Parking Revenue discussion
• 8th & Cherry Garage Maintenance Update

Railroad Advisory Board

The board will review monthly financial statements for railroad and transload operations. The agenda also includes reviewing COLT traffic reports through May 2023.

• Review of Railroad and Transload Financial Statements
• Review of COLT Traffic Reports (May 2023)
• Approval of March 15, 2023 meeting minutes

Columbia Police Chief's Vehicle Stop Committee

The committee will review the final report for 2022 Columbia vehicle stop data. Members will also discuss proposed communications subcommittee guidance.

• Review of 2022 Columbia vehicle stop data final report
• Discussion of proposed Communications Subcommittee: Chief's Guidance

The committee discussed the establishment of a communications subcommittee to address implicit bias and share vehicle stop data with the community. Members agreed to draft mission statements for the subcommittee for the next meeting. The committee also reviewed 2022 vehicle stop data published by the Missouri Attorney General.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved May 9, 2023 minutes (6-0)
• Decided members will bring draft mission statements for a communications subcommittee to the next meeting (6-0)
• Decided members will review and adapt proposals into a subcommittee mission statement (6-0)

Commission on Cultural Affairs

The Commission on Cultural Affairs will review applications and finalize scores for the FY24 Annual Arts Funding. Staff will provide updates on the Columbia Arts Fund and the status of FY23 agency assistance funding. The meeting also includes discussions regarding future city arts funding.

• Review of applications and finalization of scores for FY24 Annual Arts Funding
• Update on Columbia Arts Fund and funding review
• Status report on FY23 Agency Assistance funding
• Discussion regarding Future City Arts Funding

The Commission approved a $500 small request for the Compass Music Camp and adopted a new protocol for virtual meeting participation. Members also reviewed several FY24 annual arts funding applications, with final scores and rankings to be accepted at the July meeting.

• Approved $500 small request for Compass Music Camp
• Adopted virtual meeting protocol for qualifying participants
• Approved agenda
• Approved May 8, 2023 meeting minutes

Firefighters' Retirement Board

The board will review financial reports and hold a discussion regarding pension adjustments. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from March 17, 2023.

• Pension adjustment discussion
• Financial reports
• Approval of March 17, 2023 minutes

The Firefighters' Retirement Board approved the repayment of excess funds collected from two retirees following pension overpayments. The board also approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes.

• Approved repayment of excess funds collected from two retirees (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Investment Committee

The Investment Committee will review the Columbia asset allocation during a presentation by UBS. The committee will also receive a presentation of the 2022-09-30 Police and Firemen's Retirement Fund actuarial report.

• UBS presentation on Columbia asset allocation
• Presentation of the 2022-09-30 Police and Firemen's Retirement Fund actuarial report
• Approval of March 17, 2023, meeting minutes

The committee received an educational presentation on private credit as a potential alternative investment. An actuarial valuation report evaluating the retirement plan through September 30, 2022, was also presented. No formal decisions were made regarding new investments.

• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved the previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Police Retirement Board

The Police Retirement Board will meet to discuss financial reports and approve minutes from the March 17, 2023, meeting. No old business is scheduled for this session.

• Financial reports
• Approval of March 17, 2023, meeting minutes

The board met for a quarterly session and approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes. Financial and DROP reports were delivered by Jim McDonald. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes as presented (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is conducting the second day of a two-day retreat in Independence, Missouri. Discussion topics include council alignment, priorities, and next steps. The agenda items are tentative.

• Discussion of council alignment and priorities
• Review of next steps

The City Council held the second day of a retreat to review strategic outcomes and goal statements. No formal votes or legislative decisions were recorded; the session focused on alignment, priorities, and the development of future workplans.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will review subdivision plats for two properties and a major revision to the Kinney Point development plan. Additionally, the body will consider updates to the Unified Development Code regarding marijuana microbusiness regulations.

• Major PD plan revision for Kinney Point to add 10 residential units
• Final plat approval for Havelka Subdivision at 4206 & 4208 I-70 Drive Southeast
• Final plat approval for Earth Vision at 4608 Mexico Gravel Road
• City Code amendments regarding marijuana microbusiness definitions and standards

The Commission recommended approval of two 1-lot final plats to bring properties into legal lot status. One request was withdrawn by the applicant. The recommendations will be forwarded to the City Council.

• Recommended approval of Havelka Subdivision, Plat No. 2 final plat, subject to minor technical corrections (7-0)
• Case # 143-2023 (Village of Cherry Hill PD Plan amendment) withdrawn by applicant

Board of Health

The Board of Health will conduct a final review of recommendations regarding the use of Opioid Settlement Funds. The agenda also includes a tour of the Bioreactor Landfill at 5700 Peabody Road and a Director's Report.

• Final review of recommendations on use of Opioid Settlement Funds
• Tour of Bioreactor Landfill, 5700 Peabody Road
• Director's Report

The Board of Health discussed and refined the wording of recommendations for the use of Opioid Settlement Funds. Members focused on data collection and increasing resources for post-naloxone treatment. No other substantive votes were taken.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 13, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

Disabilities Commission

The Disabilities Commission will discuss priority maintenance areas for community sidewalks and the Downtown Sidewalk Closure Policy. The agenda includes discussions on implementation ideas from the National ADA Symposium and the COMO Accessibility Report. Members will also receive reports from several advisory groups.

• Priority Maintenance Areas of Community Sidewalks
• Downtown Sidewalk Closure Policy
• COMO Accessibility Report
• National ADA Symposium discussion
• Senator Chuck Graham Memorial Disability and Advocacy Ambassador Award

The Disabilities Commission approved a list of priority sidewalk maintenance areas and signal arm reviews to be sent to Public Works. The body also requested increased police enforcement for failure to yield to pedestrians at two specific intersections. Additionally, the timeline for the Senator Chuck Graham Memorial Award was modified to allow for nominations.

• Approved priority sidewalk maintenance list and letter to Public Works (All in favor)
• Approved request for Columbia Police Department to increase enforcement at 10th and Rogers and Broadway and Waugh (All in favor)
• Approved change to Senator Chuck Graham Memorial Award timeline and nomination posting (All in favor)
• Approved May 11, 2023 meeting minutes (All in favor)
• Approved agenda amendment to include letter of thanks to ADA Great Plains Center (All in favor)

Columbia Sports Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Columbia Sports Commission on June 8, 2023, was canceled. No specific business items or reports were listed for this session.

City Council

The City Council is attending a two-day retreat at the Stoney Creek Hotel. The agenda includes tentative discussion topics regarding governing together, council member roles, and future trends.

• Council Retreat Day 1 of 2

The meeting consisted of a Council retreat focused on governance, communication, and trend analysis. No substantive legislative decisions, votes, or policy changes were recorded.

Community Land Trust Organization Board

The Community Land Trust Organization Board will review recent financial statements and meeting minutes. The agenda includes discussions on lot line proposals and tree removal on Lynn Street. The board will also consider an amendment to the FY2023 budget.

• Proposed FY2023 Budget Amendment
• Lynn Street tree removal
• Accounting services renewal with Beard and Associates
• Lot line proposals from A Civil Group, Allstate Consultants, and Crockett Engineering
• Review of CCLT bank account and financial procedures

The Board approved an amended FY2023 budget to cover increases in insurance, accounting, and maintenance. Members also approved a proposal from Crockett Engineering for lot line work and authorized a search for new banking services.

• Approved amended FY2023 budget (6-0)
• Approved Crockett Engineering proposal for lot lines (5-0)
• Approved contacting 3-5 banks to seek better services (6-0)
• Approved tree removal on Lynn Street per City Arborist recommendation (6-0)
• Approved accounting rate increase from $155 to $165 monthly (6-0)
• Accepted Treasurer's report for Dec 2022, March 2023, and April 2023 (6-0)
• Approved February 16 and May 3, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Water and Light Advisory Board

The board will review the CEC Council Electric Rate Memo and the 2022 Annual Water Quality Report. Members will also discuss draft questions for a customer service survey and rate affordability.

• CEC Council Electric Rate Memo
• 2022 Annual Water Quality Report
• April 2023 electric and water financial statements
• Draft questions for a customer service survey
• Rate affordability discussion

The board voted to move its regular monthly meetings to the second Wednesday of each month. Members also discussed potential customer survey questions and rate affordability plans for lower-income residents.

• Approved agenda as submitted (unanimous)
• Approved May 3, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Rescheduled July 5, 2023 meeting to July 10, 2023 (unanimous)
• Moved regular meetings from first Wednesday to second Wednesday of each month (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review several demolition permit applications and discuss the annual Most Notable Properties schedule. The meeting also includes updates on the BillionGraves Project and Alspaugh property photos.

• Demolition permit application: 1412 Lowe Street
• Demolition permit application: 303 Benton Street
• Demolition permit application: 1309 Worley Street
• Demolition permit application: 913 & 1001 Range Line Street
• Demolition permit application: 100 Austin Avenue

The Commission reviewed demolition permit applications for five properties and established a new annual schedule for the Most Notable Properties program. Discussion was held regarding commissioner engagement and architectural salvage challenges. The Most Notable Properties Publication item was tabled.

• Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved May 2, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Closed review of demolition permit applications for 1412 Lowe Street, 303 Benton Street, 1309 Worley Street, 913 & 1001 Range Line Street, and 100 Austin Avenue (unanimous voice vote)
• Established Most Notable Properties schedule: applications August-November, voting in January, event in late May
• Tabled Most Notable Properties Publication

Commission on Human Rights

The Commission will review the Journey to Inclusive Excellence brochure regarding income additions. Members will also discuss participation and preparation for Juneteenth.

• Review of Journey to Inclusive Excellence brochure
• Juneteenth participation and sign-ups

The Commission approved the purchase of ice pops and stickers for distribution at Juneteenth. Members discussed updates to the Journey to Inclusive Excellence schedule and the HRC brochure.

• Approved purchase of 200 ice pops for Juneteenth (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of stickers for Juneteenth (Unanimous)
• Approved agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved May 2, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Commission on Human Rights

The subcommittee will discuss ongoing business including Journey to Inclusive Excellence and Juneteenth participation. The July meeting is scheduled to be skipped.

• Journey to Inclusive Excellence discussion
• Juneteenth Participation discussion

The subcommittee approved the draft minutes from the May 2, 2023 meeting. Members discussed participation in the Journey to Inclusive Excellence event and Juneteenth. Pridefest in September was mentioned under general comments.

• Approved agenda
• Approved May 2, 2023 subcommittee minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider several public hearings regarding road construction, storm drainage, and property annexation. The agenda also includes votes on budget amendments for a fire truck, employee salary adjustments, and various land development plats.

• Public hearing for a single-lane roundabout at Route K and Old Plank Road
• Public hearing for storm drainage improvements on Ross Street and William Street
• Public hearing for property annexation near Richland Road and Olivet Road
• Budget amendment to purchase a Quint 10 fire truck for Fire Station No. 10
• Memorandum of understanding regarding a police detective assignment with DHS/ICE

The City Council authorized the construction of a roundabout at Route K and Old Plank Road and approved final designs for storm drainage improvements on Ross and William Streets. The Council also enacted bills for a new fire truck and a police task force agreement, and adopted resolutions for employee salary adjustments.

• Authorized construction of Route K and Old Plank Road roundabout (Unanimous)
• Authorized final design for Ross Street and William Street storm drainage (Unanimous)
• Enacted B50-23 for Police Department task force agreement with Homeland Security Investigations (6-0)
• Enacted B115-23 to purchase a Quint 10 fire truck for Fire Station No. 10 (6-0)
• Adopted R92-23 and R93-23 for employee salary adjustments (6-0)
• Approved PD Plan for 'Copperstone Corner' (B107-23) (6-0)
• Rezoned 1110 Woodland Springs Court to Mixed-use Corridor (B108-23) (6-0)
• Approved Final Plats for 'The Highlands' and 'Corporate Lake Plat 16' (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will host presentations from IAFF Local 1055, LiUNA Local 955, and CPOA. The council will also consider a motion to enter a closed session regarding preparations for negotiations with employee groups.

• Labor group presentations by IAFF Local 1055, LiUNA Local 955, and CPOA
• Motion for a closed session to discuss preparation for negotiations with employee groups

The City Council heard presentations from three labor groups. The Council then voted to enter a closed session to discuss preparations for negotiations with employee groups.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for employee group negotiations (6-0)

Mayor's Council on Physical Fitness and Health

The Council will review reports regarding the May Family Fun Fest and BWWW Breakfast Station. Members are also scheduled to discuss upcoming summer activities and potential changes to the 2024 award nomination form.

• Reports on May Family Fun Fest and BWWW Breakfast Station
• Discussion of fall activities
• Discussion of changes to 2024 award nomination form
• Discussion of summer activities including Splat and Family Fun Fests

Columbia Area Transportation Study Organization (CATSO)

The CATSO Coordinating Committee will review MoDOT statewide system performance targets, including pavement, bridge, and transit asset management targets. The meeting also includes a discussion on the MoDOT unfunded needs list for the CATSO metropolitan planning area and a status update on the Metropolitan Transportation Plan.

• MoDOT Statewide System Performance Targets
• MoDOT Pavement and Bridge Targets
• MoDOT Transit Asset Management Targets
• MoDOT Unfunded Needs List for CATSO metropolitan planning area
• CATSO Metropolitan Transportation Plan status update

The Coordinating Committee adopted MoDOT's statewide performance targets for travel time reliability, pavement and bridge conditions, and transit asset management. The committee also approved the 2023 update to the CATSO Unfunded Needs List.

• Approved agenda (8-0)
• Approved February 23, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Adopted MoDOT statewide System Performance Targets (unanimous)
• Adopted MoDOT statewide Pavement and Bridge targets (unanimous)
• Adopted MoDOT statewide Transit Asset Management (TAM) targets (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 update to the CATSO Unfunded Needs List (unanimous)

Housing and Community Development Commission

The Housing and Community Development Commission is reviewing various agency project requests for fiscal year 2024. These requests involve CDBG and HOME funding for several local organizations and housing programs.

• FY2024 CDBG and HOME funding requests from multiple agencies
• Reallocated CDBG funding requests for Job Point and Woodhaven
• Show-Me Central Habitat for Humanity FY2024 HOME requests
• Columbia Housing Authority CDBG and HOME funding requests
• The Food Bank for Central & Northeast Missouri reallocated CDBG request

The Commission reviewed proposals from private agencies for FY 2024 CDBG, HOME, and reallocated funding. No funding decisions were made during this meeting; recommendations are scheduled for the June 14, 2023 meeting.

• Approved the agenda (8-0)

Airport Advisory Board

The board will review the April 2023 meeting minutes and hear a presentation from Mead and Hunt. Mike Parks will also provide a report during this session.

• Mead and Hunt presentation
• Report from Mike Parks

The board received a presentation from Mead & Hunt regarding passenger demand analysis and industry trends. Staff reported strong April enplanements and ongoing runway and sidewalk repairs. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved May 24, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 26, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Downtown Columbia Leadership Council

The Downtown Columbia Leadership Council will conduct elections for Chair and other positions. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Sunshine Law and a discussion regarding demolition and development in downtown Columbia.

• Election of Chair and other elections as needed
• Sunshine Law presentation by Assistant City Counselor Earl Kraus
• Discussion on virtual participation
• Presentation on demolition and development in Downtown Columbia
• Downtown CID update

The Council elected Sarah Catlin as Chair, Jacob Britt as Vice Chair, and Sharon Geuea Jones as Secretary. Members received presentations on the Sunshine Law and updates on downtown demolition and development.

• Elected Sarah Catlin as Chair
• Elected Jacob Britt as Vice Chair
• Elected Sharon Geuea Jones as Secretary
• Approved the agenda
• Approved February 22, 2023 minutes

Climate and Environment Commission

The Commission will hear a presentation on the Renewable Energy Plan from City Utilities. Members will also discuss final edits for the 2022 Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP) Annual Report and the 2023 CEC Priorities Matrix.

• Presentation of Renewable Energy Plan by Brandon Renaud, City Utilities
• Discussion of 2022 CAAP Report draft
• Discussion of 2023 CEC Priorities Matrix draft
• Review of 2022 Greenhouse Gas Inventory Report rough draft

The commission adopted a consensus statement recommending that City Council skip the 2021 Energy code to focus on the 2024 code for better flexibility and benefit. The commission also approved the April 2023 meeting minutes as amended.

• Adopted recommendation to City Council to forgo 2021 Energy code and review 2024 Energy code (8-2)
• Approved April 2023 meeting minutes as amended (carried)

Building Construction Codes Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Building Construction Codes Commission on May 22, 2023, has been cancelled. No business was conducted.

Convention and Visitors Advisory Board

The Convention and Visitors Advisory Board will review a Tourism Development Application for the 2023 Show Me STATE GAMES. The meeting also includes reports from CVB staff, The District, and the Boone County Commission.

• Tourism Development Application - 2023 Show Me STATE GAMES

The Convention and Visitors Advisory Board approved a Tourism Development application for the 2023 Show-Me State Games and Missouri Senior State Games. The funds will support site fees, medals, advertising, and officials for the events. The board also reviewed the May CVB Staff Report.

• Approved $20,000 in Tourism Development funding for 2023 Show-Me State Games & Missouri Senior State Games (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as written
• Approved April 24, 2023 minutes as written

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will hear a presentation regarding Esports and discuss potential agritourism at Northeast Park. The meeting includes updates on various park properties, bridge improvements, and reports from city staff.

• Agritourism at Northeast Park
• Flat Branch bridge improvements
• Fairview disc golf meetings
• Douglass Park meetings
• Orr St. Park property meetings

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a staff report regarding UDC text amendments for marijuana micro-businesses. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the May 4, 2023, work session and regular meeting.

• UDC Text Amendment - Marijuana Micro-Businesses
• Approval of May 4, 2023 Work Session minutes
• Approval of May 4, 2023 Regular Meeting minutes
• Voting and requests for Council 'Old Business'

The Commission held a work session to discuss proposed Unified Development Code (UDC) amendments for marijuana micro-businesses, with a public hearing scheduled for June 8. Members also reviewed voting procedures for placing items on the City Council's 'Old Business' agenda. No final votes on the zoning amendments were taken during this session.

• Adopted May 4, 2023 Work Session minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted May 4, 2023 Regular Meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Agreed to implement a prompt for motions to move items to Council's 'Old Business' agenda

Housing and Community Development Commission

The commission will review results from the Housing and Community Development Needs Survey, which closed on May 10, 2023. The meeting also includes consideration of several public project requests regarding sidewalks and housing programs.

• Pershing Ave Sidewalk request
• Code Enforcement updates
• Homeowner Rehabilitation and Energy Efficiency Program
• Acquisition and Demolition Program
• Homeownership Assistance Program

The Commission heard funding proposals for the Pershing Avenue Sidewalk, code enforcement, and three housing programs. Members also reviewed a summary of the Housing and Community Development Needs Survey responses. No votes were taken on the funding requests.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved April 12, 2023 minutes (7-0)

Tree Board

The Tree Board will hold elections for a Chair, Vice Chairperson, and Treasurer. Members will also discuss potential collaboration with the Climate and Environment Commission and review upcoming tasks. Additionally, the board will discuss the budget for purchasing outreach materials.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chairperson, and Treasurer
• Discussion on collaboration with the Climate and Environment Commission
• Budget discussion regarding outreach material purchases
• Report from the city arborist on current issues and upcoming projects

Bicycle and Pedestrian Commission

The commission will review staff reports from Vision Zero, Parks & Recreation, and Planning. Discussion includes virtual meetings and the Highway 63/70 Interchange Reconstruction.

• Highway 63/70 Interchange Reconstruction

The Commission approved a pilot test for hybrid virtual meetings to be conducted in June 2023. Members reached a consensus to support pedestrian and bicycle connectivity for the Highway 63/70 Interchange Reconstruction and plan to coordinate support from other city groups.

• Approved pilot test for hybrid virtual meeting in June 2023
• Approved April 19, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved meeting agenda
• Reached consensus to support pedestrian and bicycle connectivity across I-70 and Hwy 63

Public Transit Advisory Commission

The commission will discuss updates regarding the transit study and RFP process. The meeting also includes discussions on route combining and Vision Zero initiatives.

• Transit Study Update
• RFP update
• Route Combining update
• Vision Zero, Disability & Bike-Ped updates

City Council

The Columbia City Council will consider authorizing Phase II of the Sports Fieldhouse project in A. Perry Philips Park. The agenda also includes votes on property rezonings, utility service agreements for mobile home parks, and budget amendments for fire equipment and landfill maintenance.

• Construction authorization for Phase II of the Sports Fieldhouse project
• Rezoning at Cedar Lake Drive and Santana Circle to Mixed-use Neighborhood
• Water service contract for Fire Station No. 11
• Budget amendment for Columbia Sanitary Landfill generator repairs
• Budget amendment for a Quint 10 fire truck purchase

The City Council authorized the construction of Phase II of the Sports Fieldhouse project at A. Perry Philips Park and approved the installation of traffic calming devices on Northland Drive. The Council also enacted several rezoning and utility infrastructure bills and appointed members to various city boards.

• Approved construction of Sports Fieldhouse Phase II (7-0)
• Authorized traffic calming devices on Northland Drive between Blue Ridge Road and Parker Street (unanimous)
• Enacted rezoning of Cedar Lake Drive and Santana Circle to Mixed-use Neighborhood (7-0)
• Approved sanitary sewer rehabilitation project #10 in Bear Creek area (7-0)
• Approved contracts for fire-suppression water at Fire Station No. 11 (7-0)
• Authorized water/sewer resale for Park Village and Tiger Village Mobile Home Parks (7-0)
• Repealed the Columbia Vision Commission (7-0)
• Adopted resolutions for Lead and Copper Rule compliance and lead service line inventory (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will receive a presentation regarding the Vision Zero update. The meeting also includes candidate interviews for the Planning and Zoning Commission.

• Vision Zero Update presentation
• Planning and Zoning Commission candidate interviews

The City Council entered a closed session to discuss real estate and personnel matters. The council also received a presentation on the Vision Zero Action Plan and interviewed six candidates for the Planning and Zoning Commission.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for real estate and personnel discussions (7-0)

Finance Advisory and Audit Committee

The Finance Advisory and Audit Committee will review the committee's structure and mandate, including a proposal to expand to seven members. The meeting also includes reviews of the Finance Ordinance, City Council agenda, and monthly economic charts.

• Review of FAAC structure/mandate and potential expansion to 7 members
• Finance Ordinance Review
• Popular Annual Financial Report
• Monthly Economic Report

The committee discussed reorganizing data in the 2022 Popular Annual Financial Report to improve public understanding. Members also reviewed tax revenue increases and the status of a pay and compensation study. No new ordinances were voted on during the meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)

Disabilities Commission

The Disabilities Commission will meet to introduce D'Andre Thompson, the City Manager's Office Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer. The agenda also includes discussions regarding community sidewalk maintenance areas and the National ADA Symposium.

• Introduction of D'Andre Thompson, DEI Officer
• Priority Maintenance Areas of Community Sidewalks
• National ADA Symposium in Kansas City
• Senator Chuck Graham Memorial Disability and Advocacy Ambassador Award

The Commission approved the meeting agenda and the April 13, 2023, minutes. Members discussed priority sidewalk maintenance areas to be forwarded to Public Works and the application process for the Senator Chuck Graham Memorial Disability and Advocacy Ambassador Award.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved April 13, 2023 meeting minutes

Citizens Police Review Board

The Board will conduct an analysis of 2022 complaints. The meeting includes a motion to enter a closed session to discuss records protected from disclosure by law.

• Analysis of 2022 Complaints (CPRB 2023-001)
• Motion for closed session regarding protected records

Citizens Police Review Board

The Citizens Police Review Board will review updates to police policies regarding use of force and body-worn cameras. The board also plans to review the 2022 Draft Annual Report and conduct audits of training and procedures. A closed session is scheduled to discuss protected records and an analysis of 2022 complaints.

• Review of Police Policy 300 (Use of Force/Response to Resistance)
• Review of Police Policy 447 (Body Worn Cameras)
• Review of 2022 Draft Annual Report
• Analysis of 2022 Complaints

The Board approved the draft 2022 annual report and previous meeting minutes. Discussions on police policies regarding use of force and body-worn cameras were tabled for the next meeting to allow for further consideration and public comment.

• Approved draft 2022 annual report (unanimous)
• Approved April 12, 2023 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 12, 2023 closed meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion on Police Policy 300 (Use of Force/Response to Resistance) (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion on Policy 447 (Body Worn Cameras) (unanimous)
• Consented to Rhonda Carlson as the NACOLE designated voter

Citizens Police Review Board

The subcommittee will discuss upcoming outreach events and other ideas. The agenda includes the approval of previous minutes from August 10, 2022.

• Approval of August 10, 2022, Outreach Subcommittee Minutes

Substance Use Prevention Advisory Commission

The commission will review the November 9, 2022, draft minutes and discuss commission name and goals. Reports are scheduled from ADAPT (MIZPIP), Columbia Public Schools, Public Health and Human Services, and the Columbia Police Department.

• Review of November 9, 2022, draft minutes
• Discussion regarding Commission Name and Goals
• Reports from ADAPT (MIZPIP)
• Reports from Columbia Public Schools
• Staff reports from Public Health and Human Services and Columbia Police Department

The commission discussed updating its name to remove the term 'abuse' to reduce stigma. Members agreed to individually develop recommendations for a new name and purpose and submit them to staff for compilation. No other substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved November 9, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to individually develop and submit recommendations for a new commission name and purpose

Parking Advisory Commission

The commission will review April 2023 parking revenues and discuss a downspout repair at 5th and Walnut. The meeting includes a public comment period.

• April 2023 Parking Revenues
• 5th and Walnut Downspout Repair

The commission approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes. Staff reported on emergency repairs at the Fifth and Walnut garage and upcoming parking ordinance proposals for City Council. No substantive policy decisions were voted on during the meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved previous meeting minutes

Youth Advisory Council

The Youth Advisory Council will meet to approve minutes from the February 14, 2023, meeting. The agenda includes discussions regarding staff updates and a Youth Summit.

• Approval of February 14, 2023, meeting minutes
• Youth Summit discussion
• Staff updates

Columbia Police Chief's Vehicle Stop Committee

The committee will meet to review previous minutes and discuss a proposed Communications Subcommittee. No other specific business items are listed on the agenda.

• Review of April 11, 2023, draft committee minutes
• Discussion of Proposed Communications Subcommittee

The committee decided to invite Chief Jones to present on the scope and role of a proposed communications subcommittee. Members also requested a staff update on the CPD complaint process. A proposal to issue a statement regarding a CPOA fundraising flier was denied.

• Approved invitation for Chief Jones to present on communications subcommittee (7-0)
• Denied proposal to issue statement of concern regarding CPOA fundraising flier (1-5)
• Approved request for CPD staff update on the complaint process (7-0)
• Approved April 11, 2023 minutes (7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)

Human Services Commission

The Human Services Commission will review the April 11, 2023, meeting minutes and discuss the FY2024 RFP for Social Services. The agenda also includes reports from staff and a representative of the Housing and Community Development Commission.

• Approval of April 11, 2023, minutes
• FY2024 RFP Social Services
• Housing and Community Development Commission Representative Report
• Staff Report

The commission unanimously approved the revised draft of the FY2024 Request for Proposals (RFP) for social services. Staff provided updates on ARPA letters of intent and potential facility improvements to the Ashley St. Center. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved FY2024 RFP Social Services (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 11, 2023 (unanimous)

Commission on Cultural Affairs

The Commission will conduct business including the selection of leadership nominees and a commission opening. Staff reports include updates on the Columbia Arts Fund and status of FY23 funding.

• Nominees for Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Columbia Arts Fund Update
• Status of FY23 Funding

The Commission appointed a new Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary. It also approved a small funding request for a dance conference and festival hosted in Columbia.

• Approved $500 small request for Missouri Dance Organization (motion carried)
• Appointed Commissioner Spear as Chair (motion carried)
• Appointed Commissioner Melton as Vice-Chair (motion carried)
• Appointed Commissioner Gadsden as Secretary (motion carried)
• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved April 10, 2023 minutes (motion carried)

Mayor's Council on Physical Fitness and Health

The Council will discuss upcoming events including the Family Fun Fest and BWWW Breakfast Station. Members will also discuss fall activities and potential changes to the award nomination form.

• Family Fun Fest: BEE Kind to Your Mind on May 17
• BWWW Breakfast Station on May 19
• Discussion of other summer activities including Splat and Family Fun Fests
• Discussion regarding changes to award nomination form

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review the results of a short-term rental survey. This review includes a staff report presented to the commission.

• Short-term rental survey response review

The Planning and Zoning Commission held a work session to review public survey responses on a proposed short-term rental ordinance. Staff presented data analysis, including use of ChatGPT to summarize written comments. Commissioners expressed concerns about survey representativeness and question wording, and noted the City Council will need a 'backbone' when voting on the ordinance. No formal decisions were made; the item remains in discussion.

• Agenda approved unanimously
• April 20, 2023 work session minutes approved
• No formal decisions on short-term rental ordinance; discussion only

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will consider several land use items including subdivisions, zoning map amendments, and a conditional use permit. Items include residential developments at 825 Louisville Drive and 6800 Richland Road, as well as commercial lot proposals near New Haven Road.

• 4-lot preliminary plat for Quail Creek West Plat 8 at 825 Louisville Drive
• 1-lot final minor plat for Bluff Creek Recreation Park at Old Highway 63
• 20-lot preliminary plat for Corriente Village at 3612 Oakland Gravel Road
• Multi-tract zoning amendment and 14-lot preliminary plat on New Haven Road
• Rezoning and 13-lot preliminary plat for Spring Brook at Providence Road and Veterans United Drive

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 8-0 to table a PD plan amendment for the Village of Cherry Hill to June 8, 2023, due to pending regulatory comments. The commission also held a public hearing on a preliminary plat for Quail Creek West Plat 8, a 4-lot subdivision on 18.42 acres at 825 Louisville Drive, but no vote was taken on that item.

• Tabled Case 143-2023 (Village of Cherry Hill PD Plan amendment) to June 8, 2023 (8-0)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 20, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Community Land Trust Organization Board

The Community Land Trust Organization Board will review bank accounts and discuss a multi-year strategic plan. The board will also hear the President's report regarding community partnerships. Staff has recommended tabling the discussion on lot lines.

• Review of CCLT bank accounts
• Discussion of multi-year strategic plan
• Motion for closed session regarding sealed bids and contracts

The board approved moving $90,000 into a 3% APY money market account at First Mid Bank and tabled discussion of lot lines and a banking RFP until the next meeting. The board also voted to consult a retired banker on a 5- or 10-year strategic plan. All votes were 6-0, with three members excused.

• Approved moving $90,000 to a 3% APY money market account at First Mid Bank (6-0)
• Tabled discussion of lot lines until next meeting (6-0)
• Tabled discussion of RFP for banking services until next meeting (6-0)
• Approved reaching out to Andrew Beverly to consult on a strategic 5- or 10-year plan (6-0)
• Approved closed session under RSMo 610.021(12) for sealed bids/contracts (6-0)

Water and Light Advisory Board

The board will review financial reports, including March 2023 statements and the FY 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. Directors will present updates on renewable energy plans, utility disconnections, and capital improvement progress. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding proposed projects for the FY 2024 Water and Electric Capital Improvement Program.

• Discussion of FY 2024 Water and Electric Capital Improvement Program
• Review of March 2023 financial statements
• Update on the 2018 Water Ballot Project
• Presentation of the 2023 Annual Renewable Energy Plan
• Report on quarterly utility disconnections

The Water and Light Advisory Board met on May 3, 2023, but took no substantive votes or decisions. The board discussed the 2023 Annual Renewable Energy Plan, financial reports, and various utility programs. No formal actions were taken on any agenda items.

• Approved agenda as submitted (unanimous)
• Approved April 5, 2023 meeting minutes with changes (unanimous)
• Approved April 18, 2023 TEA Presentation minutes as submitted (unanimous)

Columbia Area Transportation Study Organization (CATSO)

The CATSO Technical Committee is meeting to review statewide system performance targets. The agenda includes discussions on pavement, bridge, and transit asset management targets, as well as the MoDOT unfunded needs list.

• MoDOT System Performance Targets
• MoDOT Pavement and Bridge Targets
• MoDOT Transit Asset Management (TAM) Targets
• MoDOT Unfunded Needs List discussion

The Columbia Area Transportation Study Organization (CATSO) Technical Committee voted unanimously to recommend adopting MoDOT's statewide system performance, pavement and bridge, and transit asset management targets. The committee also revised and approved the 2023 Unfunded Needs List, expanding the Business Loop 70 project scope and adding Route KK to a traffic study.

• Adopted MoDOT statewide system performance targets (unanimous)
• Adopted MoDOT statewide pavement and bridge targets (unanimous)
• Adopted MoDOT statewide transit asset management (TAM) targets (unanimous)
• Revised and approved 2023 Unfunded Needs List, expanding Business Loop 70 project to I-70 Drive NW to East Boulevard and adding Route KK to Route K traffic study (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission is reviewing demolition permit applications for 1611 University Avenue and 707 Mikel Street. Staff reports include an administrative delay regarding the Central Columbia Urban Conservation Overlay District Study.

• Demolition permit application: 1611 University Avenue
• Demolition permit application: 707 Mikel Street
• Central Columbia Urban Conservation Overlay District Study administrative delay
• New Commissioner Recruitment (Real Estate Investor)
• Billion Graves Project planning and publicizing

The Historic Preservation Commission tabled discussion on reestablishing an annual schedule for Most Notable Properties awards. Commissioners also expressed frustration over lack of progress on requested revisions to salvage sales and fundraising duties, with staff citing liability and city property disposal regulations as barriers. The Commission closed review of demolition permit applications for 1611 University Avenue and 707 Mikel Street, with a commissioner volunteering to contact owners about salvage opportunities.

• Approved agenda as distributed (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved April meeting minutes as distributed (unanimous voice vote)
• Closed review of demolition permit applications for 1611 University Avenue and 707 Mikel Street (unanimous voice vote)
• Tabled discussion on Most Notable Properties schedule for future meeting

Commission on Human Rights

The Commission will hear from guest speaker D'Andre Thompson of Boone County Upward Mobility. The agenda includes discussions regarding Journey to Inclusive Excellence, equipment purchases, and a signage update.

• Guest speaker: D'Andre Thompson, Boone County Upward Mobility
• Discussion of Journey to Inclusive Excellence
• Equipment Purchases discussion
• Signage Update by Brian Adkisson
• Juneteenth Event Participation Sign Up Sheet

The Commission approved the meeting agenda, the previous meeting's minutes, and a report for CitySource. Members discussed signage designs and planned participation in a Juneteenth celebration.

• Approved agenda
• Approved minutes from 4/5/23 (unanimous)
• Authorized Chair to approve final design for equipment purchase signs
• Approved submission of report to CitySource (unanimous)
• Planned canopy and table presence at Juneteenth celebration

Commission on Human Rights

The subcommittee will discuss the Master Calendar and the Journey to Inclusive Excellence. The agenda also includes discussion regarding Juneteenth participation.

• Master Calendar review
• Journey to Inclusive Excellence discussion
• Juneteenth Participation discussion

The Commission on Human Rights Outreach Subcommittee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from March 7, 2023. Members discussed participation in Juneteenth and the Journey to Inclusive Excellence event on August 10.

• Approved meeting agenda (2-0)
• Approved draft minutes from 3/7/2023 subcommittee meeting (2-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several park improvement projects at Cosmo Park and Whitegate Park. The meeting includes public hearings for traffic calming on Russell Boulevard and various land development plats. The council will also review a proposed 3% sales tax on adult use marijuana.

• $200,000 check presentation from JBS Hometown Strong for Whitegate Park
• Proposed installation of traffic calming devices on Russell Boulevard
• Improvements to Football Fields #5 and #6 at Cosmo Park, including new scoreboards and ADA seating
• A proposed 3% sales tax on the retail sale of adult use marijuana
• Development plans for Whitegate Park including a playground and basketball court

The Council approved construction and funding for improvements at Cosmo Park and Whitegate Park. Two amendments for the Crosscreek Center planned development were enacted, while a proposal for traffic calming devices on Russell Boulevard and a multi-family building permit delay were defeated.

• Denied installation of traffic calming devices on Russell Boulevard (3-4)
• Approved improvements to Football Fields #5 and #6 and Urban Wussler shelter at Cosmo Park (7-0)
• Approved Whitegate Park development plan and Phase I improvements (7-0)
• Enacted PD Plan amendment for Crosscreek Center Lot 108A (6-0)
• Enacted increase in maximum buildable floor area for Crosscreek Center (5-1)
• Tabled MOU with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to June 5, 2023 (4-3)
• Tabled Phase II of Sports Fieldhouse project to May 15, 2023 (7-0)
• Defeated B77-23 regarding administrative delays for multi-family building permits (1-6)

City Council

The Columbia City Council will hold an open discussion regarding the City Council Department Budget. The agenda also includes a motion to enter a closed session for matters involving personnel, legal communications, and sealed bids.

• Discussion of City Council Department Budget
• Motion for closed session regarding personnel and legal communications
• Motion for closed session regarding sealed bids and proposals

The City Council discussed the FY24 proposed budget and the allocation of legal fees. The council voted to enter a closed session to discuss personnel matters, employee negotiations, and sealed bids.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for personnel, negotiations, and sealed bids (7-0)

Personnel Advisory Board

The Personnel Advisory Board will discuss new Human Resources and Assistant Human Resources Director positions. The meeting also includes discussions regarding collective bargaining and a class and compensation study.

• New Human Resources Director and New Assistant Human Resources Director
• Collective Bargaining
• Class and Comp Study

Airport Advisory Board

The board will review the March 22, 2023 minutes and discuss a recommendation to amend the charter. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding Woodruff Marketing and a report from Mike Parks.

• Recommendation to Amend Charter
• Woodruff Marketing Discussion
• Report from Mike Parks

The Board met with the Woodruff marketing team to discuss a five-month campaign to increase brand awareness and passenger volume at COU. The Board provided feedback on target demographics and regional competition. No new policies were voted on beyond the approval of the agenda and previous minutes.

• Approved April 26, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 22, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Climate and Environment Commission

The Commission will discuss electric rate structures presented by the Water and Light Advisory Board. The meeting also includes a review of the annual report and edits to 2022 priorities.

• Electric Rate Structure discussion
• Climate and Environment Commission Annual Report
• Edits to 2022 CEC Priorities Final

The commission approved a motion to send a letter to City Council and the Water & Light Advisory Board. The letter requests a summary of how the new electric rate proposal affects long-term total emissions and rate affordability for low-income residents.

• Approved agenda
• Approved March 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved motion to send letter to Council and Water & Light Advisory Board regarding rate affordability for low-income residents and long-term total emissions

Building Construction Codes Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Building Construction Codes Commission on April 24, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for May 22, 2023.

Convention and Visitors Advisory Board

The board will discuss an attraction development application for a Blitzball World Championships field at Midway Golf & Games. The agenda also includes a motion to enter closed session regarding sealed bids and negotiated contracts.

• Blitzball World Championships Field application at Midway Golf & Games
• Motion for closed session regarding sealed bids and contracts
• April CVB Staff Report
• Report from The District
• Report from Boone County Commission

The Convention and Visitors Advisory Board voted unanimously to table an Attraction Development Application for a blitzball field at Midway Golf & Games. The board requested more information regarding the project's ability to generate hotel room nights and overall economic impact.

• Approved agenda as written
• Approved minutes from 3.27.23
• Tabled $20,000 Tourism Development fund request for Midway Golf & Games blitzball field (unanimous)

Columbia Vision Commission

The commission will meet to review the March 30, 2023 minutes and receive an update on the Community of Excellence. No other new business is listed on the agenda.

• Community of Excellence Update

The commission received an update on the Community of Excellence Program and discussed a visioning workshop guide. The minutes record that the City Council subsequently approved B106-23 to repeal the division of the City Code that established the commission.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 30, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• City Council approved B106-23 repealing the Columbia Vision Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will hear a presentation regarding a disc golf study and receive updates on economic development grants. Reports will also cover items including Cosmo football fields 5 & 6, Whitegate Park, and a budget amendment for staffing adjustment.

• Presentation of a disc golf study by Alexis Kerman
• Update on economic development grants
• Commission application deadline of May 5
• Budget amendment for staffing adjustment
• Reports on Cosmo football fields 5 & 6 and Whitegate Park

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will continue discussions regarding the Residential Cottage (RC) District. The agenda includes a review of the RC District text change draft and detached frontage under the UDC Form-based Code.

• RC (Residential Cottage) District text change discussion
• Detached Frontage - UDC Form-based Code discussion

The Commission held a work session to discuss setbacks, infill definitions, and open space standards for the proposed Residential Cottage (RC) District. No formal proposals were made, and the discussion will resume in late May.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 6, 2023 minutes (Commissioner Burns abstained)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding a planned development for a 10-lot subdivision at 4190 W Vawter School Road. They will also consider rezoning 2.33 acres to a mixed-use corridor district at 1110 Woodland Springs Court. One rezoning application was withdrawn and another plat request is being tabled.

• PD plan for Copperstone Corner: 10-lot subdivision at 4190 W Vawter School Road
• Rezoning of 2.33 acres from PD to M-C district at 1110 Woodland Springs Court
• Withdrawal of rezoning request for 5.08 acres on I-70 Drive Northwest
• Request to table Quail Creek West Plat 8 preliminary plat

The Commission tabled a preliminary plat request for Quail Creek West Plat 8 pending a geotechnical report. A zoning request for a property on I-70 Drive Northwest was withdrawn by the applicant. The Commission held a public hearing regarding the Copperstone Corner PD plan, though no final vote is recorded in the provided text.

• Tabled Case # 123-2023 (Quail Creek West Plat 8) to May 4, 2023 (9-0)
• Noted withdrawal of Case # 129-2023 (Ron and Beth Chapman Trust)
• Approved meeting agenda (9-0)
• Approved April 6, 2023 meeting minutes (8-1)

Columbia Parks and Recreation Fund Advisory Committee

The committee will consider authorizing a designated expenditure from the fund for the construction of Cosmo Bike Park. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the February 6, 2023, meeting.

• Authorization of funds for Cosmo Bike Park construction
• Approval of February 6, 2023, meeting minutes