Cape Girardeau, MO

City Council

The Cape Girardeau City Council will hold a study session on a consolidation agreement with SEMO and a community health assessment, followed by a regular session with public hearings, consent agenda items, and new ordinances. Key actions include vacating an alley right of way, approving airport-related agreements, and amending the West Park Mall redevelopment agreement.

• Public hearing and first reading of Bill 26-70 to vacate city interest in alley right of way behind 65 Rivercrest Drive
• Bill 26-68 levying annual city revenue, public health, and Special Business District No. 2 taxes for FY ending June 30, 2027
• Resolution authorizing FAA grant agreements for airport improvements
• Resolution authorizing agreement with Burns & McDonnell for passenger boarding bridge consulting at Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
• Second and third readings of Bill 26-67 approving First Amendment to West Park Mall Redevelopment Agreement

City Council

The Cape Girardeau City Council will hold a public hearing to levy the annual City revenue tax, Public Health tax, and Special Business District No. 2 tax for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027. The council will also approve the first reading of an ordinance amending the West Park Mall redevelopment agreement and a new ordinance regarding vacant structures. Routine items include accepting sewer improvements along South Kingshighway and final payment for Route 74/Minnesota intersection work.

• Public hearing on levying Annual City Revenue Tax, Public Health Tax, and Special Business District No. 2 Tax for FY ending June 30, 2027 (Bill No. 26-68)
• First reading of Bill No. 26-67: First Amendment to Redevelopment Agreement for West Park Mall
• First reading of Bill No. 26-66: Ordinance amending Chapter 7 of the Code regarding vacant structures
• Acceptance of sanitary sewer main improvements serving Wendy's and businesses along Kingshighway between Route K and Independence Street
• Authorization of final payment to Fronabarger Concreters, Inc. for Rte. 74/Minnesota Intersection Improvements

The Cape Girardeau City Council approved the first amendment to the West Park Mall redevelopment agreement on a 4-1 vote, with Mayor Guard abstaining. The council also passed ordinances on conflicts of interest, vacant structures, and the annual tax levy, and appointed Jordan Drury to the Board of Adjustment.

• Approved first amendment to West Park Mall redevelopment agreement (4-1)
• Adopted ordinance readopting conflict of interest sections (6-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending vacant structures chapter (6-0)
• Approved annual tax levy ordinance for FY ending June 30, 2027 (6-0)
• Appointed Jordan Drury to Board of Adjustment (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including sewer easements and agreements (6-0)

City Council

The Cape Girardeau City Council will hold a study session on mall issues and derelict commercial vacant buildings, followed by a regular session with public hearings, consent agenda approvals, and new ordinances. The consent agenda includes approval of several subdivision plats, an ordinance amending prohibited activities, and a license agreement for signs and sidewalk cafes. The meeting is largely routine, with most items expected to be approved as a block.

• Study session on mall discussion and derelict commercial vacant buildings
• Consent agenda: approval of record plats for Brick & Ivy Second, CPC, Hope Lutheran Ministries, and Knight Subdivisions
• Bill 26-60: ordinance amending Chapter 15 regarding prohibited activities
• Bill 26-61: resolution authorizing license agreement with Restoreme LLC for signs and sidewalk cafes at 811-813 Broadway
• Final payments to Nip Kelley Equipment Co. for Lexington Avenue improvements and KCI Construction for wastewater treatment plant bar screen project

The Cape Girardeau City Council held a study session with no action, then a regular session where it approved the consent agenda, including six bills and a resolution, all by 7-0 votes. The bills included record plats for four subdivisions, an ordinance amending prohibited activities, and a resolution for a license agreement with Restoreme LLC. The council also approved a new ordinance accepting permanent sanitary sewer easements along South Kingshighway. Mayor Guard abstained from three bills due to financial reasons.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and six bills (7-0)
• Approved record plat of Brick & Ivy Second Subdivision, Ordinance 5916 (7-0, Mayor abstained)
• Approved record plat of CPC Subdivision, Ordinance 5917 (7-0)
• Approved record plat of Hope Lutheran Ministries, Ordinance 5918 (7-0)
• Approved record plat of Knight Subdivision, Ordinance 5919 (7-0, Mayor abstained)
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 15 on prohibited activities, Ordinance 5920 (7-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing license agreement with Restoreme LLC, Resolution 3709 (7-0, Mayor abstained)
• Approved permanent sanitary sewer easements along South Kingshighway (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on ordinances regarding billboards and the General Commercial District. The body is also considering several new subdivision record plats and a demolition contract for a building on Elm Street.

• Bill No. 26-52: Ordinance amending billboard regulations
• Bill No. 26-53: Ordinance regarding C-1 General Commercial District
• Bill No. 26-55: Demolition contract with Herzog Excavating and Demolition LLC for 715 Elm Street
• Bill No. 26-56, 26-57, 26-58, 26-59: Record plats for Brick & Ivy Second, CPC, Hope Lutheran Ministries, and Knight subdivisions
• Final payments to Fronabarger Concreters, Inc. and Lappe Cement Finishing, Inc. for street repairs

City Council

The Cape Girardeau City Council will vote on the 2026 operating budget, utility rate changes, and street repair contracts. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a dangerous building appeal and the approval of a subdivision plat.

• Approval of 2026 operating budget (Bill 26-46)
• Utility rate changes (Bill 26-47)
• Concrete street repair contract with Fronabarger Concreters, Inc.
• Demolition contract with JAC3 Contracting LLC
• Approval of Reinagel Baldwin Drive Subdivision plat (Bill 26-51)

The City Council approved the annual operating budget and updated utility rates for sewer and water. The council also passed ordinances regarding billboards and commercial districts, and appointed members to several advisory boards.

• Approved annual operating budget (5-0)
• Approved utility rate amendments for Sewer and Water (5-0)
• Approved Concrete Street Repair 2026 Project agreement (5-0)
• Approved building demolition contract (5-0)
• Approved Reinagel Baldwin Drive Subdivision record plat (5-0)
• Approved billboard ordinance amendment (5-0)
• Approved C-1 General Commercial District ordinance amendment (5-0)
• Appointed members to Convention and Visitors Bureau, Public Library Board, Special Business District Advisory Commission, and CapeDogwood CID (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed operating budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027. A separate public hearing will consider Zenith Enterprises' request for a special use permit to build a vehicle fueling station and convenience store at 2090 North Sprigg Street. The council will also review and vote on several consent agenda items, including ordinances adopting the annual budget and new utility rates.

• Public hearing on FY 2027 operating budget (Item C.1)
• Public hearing on Zenith Enterprises special use permit at 2090 North Sprigg Street (Item C.2)
• Approval of May 18, 2026 City Council minutes (D.1)
• Ordinance adopting annual operating budget for FY beginning July 1, 2026 (F.1)
• Ordinance establishing sewer and water utility rates (F.2)

The council approved the annual operating budget for fiscal year July 1 2026‑June 30 2027 and adopted utility rate changes. It removed a special‑use permit request for a fuel station at 2090 North Sprigg Street from the consent agenda, effectively denying the request. The council also appointed members to the Board of Appeals and the Planning & Zoning Commission.

• Approved annual operating budget (Bill 26-46) – vote 7‑0
• Approved utility rate ordinance (Bill 26-47) – vote 7‑0
• Denied special‑use permit for fuel station at 2090 North Sprigg St by removing it from consent agenda – vote 7‑0
• Approved record plat of Presley’s Addition (Bill 26-43) – vote 7‑0
• Authorized Performance Guarantee Agreement for Baldwin Farms Subdivision (Bill 26-45) – vote 7‑0
• Authorized License and Indemnity Agreement for sidewalk cafe at 805 Broadway (Bill 26-48) – vote 7‑0 (Mayor abstained)
• Appointed Bruce Baker to Board of Appeals (term ends June 4 2031) – vote 7‑0
• Appointed Larry Patterson to Planning & Zoning Commission (term ends Nov 1 2028) – vote 7‑0

City Council

The City Council will consider amendments to the city code regarding the Central Business District and General Commercial District. The body is also reviewing zoning changes for North Main Street and infrastructure improvements for two subdivisions.

• Public hearing on Bill No. 26-41 regarding CBD and C-1 districts
• Bill No. 26-42: Zoning change from M-1 to CBD for property on North Main Street
• Bill No. 26-44: License and Indemnity Agreement with Southeast Missouri State University for Normal Avenue right-of-way improvements
• Bill No. 26-40: Ordinance regarding billboards
• Acceptance of public infrastructure for Prominence I and Deer Run Estates Phase 2 subdivisions

The Cape Girardeau City Council adopted several ordinances, including a billboard amendment (Bill 26-40) that passed 4-2, and approved a zoning change for North Main Street from M‑1 to CBD (Bill 26-42) that passed 5-0. The council also approved the record plats for Prominence I and Presley's Addition subdivisions, authorized a license agreement with Southeast Missouri State University, and appointed members to the Tree Advisory Board and the Downtown Community Improvement District Board.

• Bill 26-40 billboard ordinance amendment approved (4-2)
• Bill 26-42 zoning change North Main St to CBD approved (5-0, Mayor abstained)
• Ordinance 5908 approving Prominence I Subdivision plat approved
• Resolution 3702 authorizing license agreement with SE Missouri State University approved
• Ordinance 5909 approving Presley's Addition plat approved (6-0)
• Appointment of Ashley Roney to Tree Advisory Board approved (6-0)
• Appointments of Lindy Pridmore, Dave Hutson, John Klein to Downtown CID Board approved (6-0)
• Adoption of agenda and minutes approved unanimously (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading to rezone property on North Main Street from light manufacturing to a central business district. The body will also consider several subdivision plats and infrastructure agreements.

• Public hearing for rezoning North Main Street from M-1 to CBD (Bill No. 26-42)
• Agreement with Nip Kelley Equipment Company, Inc. for Cape Rock Drive Sidewalk project
• Third Amendment to Lease Agreement with BNSF Railway Company for property along Aquamsi Street
• Approval of record plats for Laurentius Larkspur and Prominence I subdivisions
• Final payment to Apex Paving Co. for the 2025 Asphalt Overlay Program

The council adopted the agenda and approved the regular‑session minutes. It authorized several ordinances, including a transportation‑grant agreement, a subdivision plat, and a zoning change for North Main Street. The council also approved the final payment to Apex Paving for the 2025 asphalt overlay program and adopted related resolutions.

• Adopted agenda (6‑0)
• Approved April 20, 2026 regular‑session minutes (consent agenda)
• Approved Ordinance authorizing Transportation Planning Grant (Ordinance No. 5905) – vote not recorded, passed with consent agenda
• Approved final payment to Apex Paving for 2025 Asphalt Overlay Program (6‑0)
• Approved Ordinance accepting permanent utility easements from Forefront Holdings (Ordinance No. 5907) (5‑0)
• Approved Ordinance approving record plat of Prominence I Subdivision (6‑0)
• Approved Ordinance amending zoning of North Main Street from M‑1 to CBD (5‑0)
• Approved resolutions for BNSF Railway lease amendment and Nip Kelley Equipment sidewalk project (consent agenda)

City Council

The Cape Girardeau City Council will vote on second and third readings for several ordinances, including zoning changes at 539 Olive Street and 1 North Park Avenue, the issuance of industrial revenue bonds for the Cape West Plaza Redevelopment Project, and the acceptance of construction easements for the Cape Rock Drive Sidewalk Project.

• Zoning change: 539 Olive Street from C-1 and R-4 to R-5
• Zoning change: 1 North Park Avenue from C-1 to RUMD
• Approval of Ty Emerald Subdivision plat
• Acceptance of Temporary Construction Easements for Cape Rock Drive Sidewalk Project
• Authorization to issue Taxable Industrial Revenue Bonds for Cape West Plaza Redevelopment Project

The council adopted its agenda and approved a consent agenda that included zoning changes, parking improvements, subdivision plats, utility easements, a yield sign, and industrial revenue bonds. It also approved a transportation planning grant agreement, a release of lien for a city property, and a performance guarantee for Walden Park Phase 4. Additionally, the council appointed three members to the Airport Advisory Board and named Nathan Thomas as Mayor Pro Tempore.

• Approved Transportation Planning Consolidated Grant Agreement (Bill 26‑34) – 6‑0
• Approved record plat of Laurentius Larkspur Subdivision (Bill 26‑35) – 6‑0
• Accepted permanent utility easements from Forefront Holdings on Old Hopper Road (Bill 26‑36) – 5‑0 (Mayor abstained)
• Approved Release of Lien for 701 South Benton Street (Resolution 3699) – 6‑0
• Approved Release of Performance Guarantee Agreement for Walden Park Phase 4 – 6‑0
• Approved consent‑agenda items (zoning changes, parking area improvement, subdivision plat, easements, yield sign, industrial revenue bonds) – unanimous
• Appointed Justin Davidson, Shawn Wasson, and Keith Boeller to the Airport Advisory Board – 6‑0
• Appointed Nathan Thomas as Mayor Pro Tempore – 6‑0

City Council

The City Council will hold a special session to canvass the returns and declare the results of the April 7, 2026 election.

• Canvass the returns and declare the results of the April 7, 2026 Election

The City Council adopted the agenda unanimously (6‑0). A motion to approve the April 7, 2026 municipal election results passed unanimously (7‑0). The council then adjourned the special session unanimously (7‑0).

• Adopt agenda (6-0)
• Approve April 7 election results (7-0)
• Adjourn special session (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests and consider several new ordinances. The body is also reviewing appointments to three city commissions and the issuance of taxable industrial revenue bonds.

• Public hearing to rezone 539 Olive Street to High Density Multifamily Residential (Bill No. 26-26)
• Public hearing to rezone 1 North Park Avenue to Residential Urban Mixed Density (Bill No. 26-27)
• Issuance of Taxable Industrial Revenue Bonds for the Cape West Plaza Redevelopment Project (Bill No. 26-32)
• Acquisition of easements and real property from Cape Land & Development LLC for Veterans Memorial Drive Phase 6 (Bill No. 26-25)
• Establishment of a yield sign on Pine Hill Spur at the southern intersection with Walden Boulevard (Bill No. 26-31)

The council adopted several ordinances, including rezoning 539 Olive Street to high‑density multifamily (R‑5) and 1 North Park Avenue to residential‑urban mixed density (RUMD). It also approved ordinances for parking area improvements, a subdivision record plat, temporary construction easements for the Cape Rock Drive sidewalk, a new yield sign on Pine Hill Spur, and authorized the issuance of taxable industrial revenue bonds to fund the Cape West Plaza redevelopment. In addition, three members were appointed to the Historic Preservation Commission for five‑year terms.

• Approved rezoning of 539 Olive St to R‑5 (6‑0)
• Approved rezoning of 1 North Park Ave to RUMD (6‑0)
• Approved parking area improvement ordinance (Bill 26‑28) (6‑0)
• Approved record plat for Ty Emerald Subdivision (Bill 26‑29) (6‑0)
• Approved temporary construction easements for Cape Rock Drive sidewalk (Bill 26‑30) (6‑0)
• Approved yield sign ordinance for Pine Hill Spur at Walden Blvd (Bill 26‑31) (6‑0)
• Approved issuance of taxable industrial revenue bonds for Cape West Plaza Redevelopment Project (Bill 26‑32) (6‑0)
• Appointed David Atkins, C. Donald Harris, and Mary Smith to Historic Preservation Commission (6‑0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Program. The body is also considering several land-use ordinances, including the creation of the Cape West Plaza Community Improvement District and various subdivision plats.

• Public hearing and adoption of the 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Program (Bill No. 26-23)
• Creation of the Cape West Plaza Community Improvement District (Bill No. 26-16)
• Zoning change from C-1 to R-4 for 803 Independence Street (Bill No. 26-18)
• Acquisition of easements and property from Cape Land & Development LLC for Veterans Memorial Drive Phase 6 (Bill No. 26-25)
• Agreement with Southeast Missouri State University for the 2026 Historic Resource Survey (Bill No. 26-24)

The council approved the 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Program and a historic resource survey agreement with Southeast Missouri State University. It also approved an ordinance to acquire easements for Veterans Memorial Drive Phase 6. Several board appointments were confirmed and a special meeting was scheduled to certify the April 7 election results.

• Adopted 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Program (Resolution 3697) – vote 7‑0
• Approved agreement with Southeast Missouri State University for 2026 Historic Resource Survey (Resolution 3698) – vote 7‑0
• Approved ordinance authorizing easements for Veterans Memorial Drive Phase 6 (Bill 26‑25) – vote 7‑0
• Approved record plats for Q’s Corner, Broadview On The Hill, Deer Run Estates Phase 2, and Blank’s Second Subdivision (Ordinances 5893‑5896) – vote 7‑0
• Appointed Amy McDonald to the Golf Course Advisory Board – vote 7‑0
• Appointed Mike Prelim, Mike Jost, Julie Freed, Percy Huston, and Kevin Greaser to the Cape West Plaza CID Board – vote 7‑0
• Set special City Council meeting for April 13 2026 to declare election results – vote 7‑0

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the formation of the Cape West Plaza Community Improvement District and a rezoning request on Independence Street. The body will also consider several record plats for new subdivisions.

• Public hearing for Cape West Plaza CID and development plan at 242 and 330 Siemers Drive
• Public hearing to rezone 803 Independence Street from C-1 to R-4
• Bill 26-15: Performance Guarantee Agreement with Forefront Holdings, LLC for Deer Run Estates Phase 2
• Bill 26-19: Record plat of Q’s Corner Subdivision
• Bill 26-20: Record plat of Broadview On The Hill

The council adopted an ordinance establishing the Cape West Plaza Community Improvement District and approved its development plan. It also rezoned 803 Independence Street from C-1 to R-4 and authorized several utility and performance‑guarantee agreements. Additionally, the council approved record plats for multiple subdivisions. All actions passed unanimously (7‑0).

• Approved ordinance creating Cape West Plaza Community Improvement District (7-0)
• Approved Cape West Plaza Development Plan and blighted area designation (7-0)
• Rezoned 803 Independence Street from C-1 to R-4 (7-0)
• Accepted permanent utility easement for Lot 24 of Rock Gardens Subdivision (7-0)
• Authorized performance guarantee agreement with Forefront Holdings for Deer Run Estates Phase 2 (7-0)
• Approved record plat of Q's Corner Subdivision (7-0)
• Approved record plat of Broadview on the Hill (7-0)
• Approved record plat of Deer Run Estates Phase 2 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on annexing land and zoning it as an Airport District near the Cape Girardeau Regional Airport. Members will also consider a memorandum of understanding for a Joint Emergency Operations Center and a public hearing regarding a right-of-way vacation on North Frederick Street.

• Annexation and A-1 Airport District zoning of land adjacent to Cape Girardeau Regional Airport (Bills 26-04, 26-05)
• Public hearing to vacate City interest in North Frederick Street Right-of-Way between Olive and Mason Streets (Bill 26-11)
• Memorandum of Understanding for a Joint Emergency Operations Center with Cape Girardeau County, City of Jackson, and SEMO (Bill 26-10)
• Grant applications to MoDOT for DWI and Hazardous Moving Violation Enforcement (Bills 26-08, 26-09)
• Time extension for a billboard special use permit at 3849 Business Park Place

The council adopted its agenda and approved a time extension for a billboard permit at 3849 Business Park Place. It approved several ordinances and resolutions, including annexing land adjacent to the Cape Girardeau Regional Airport, zoning the annexed area as an Airport District, extending Ward 2 boundaries, and authorizing grant applications for DWI and hazardous moving‑violation enforcement. The council also approved a memorandum of understanding for a joint emergency operations center and vacated the city’s interest in a portion of Frederick Street right‑of‑way. All motions passed unanimously.

• Adopted agenda (7-0 vote)
• Approved time extension for billboard permit at 3849 Business Park Place (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 26-10 authorizing MOU for Joint Emergency Operations Center (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 26-11 vacating city interest in Frederick Street Right‑of‑Way (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 26-04 annexing land adjacent to the airport (second and third readings)
• Approved Ordinance 26-05 zoning annexed airport property as A‑1 Airport District (second and third readings)
• Approved Ordinance 26-06 extending Ward 2 boundaries to include newly annexed property (second and third readings)
• Approved Resolution 26-08 authorizing grant application to MoDOT for DWI enforcement

City Council

The City Council will discuss the redevelopment of the Sears Grand building and review the FYE 6-30-2025 Annual Audit Report. The body is deciding on several ordinances including a joint emergency operations center and a right-of-way vacation.

• Agreement with Corporate Flight Management, Inc. for air carrier service at Cape Girardeau Regional Airport (Bill No. 26-13)
• Memorandum of Understanding for a Joint Emergency Operations Center with Cape Girardeau County, City of Jackson, and Southeast Missouri State University (Bill No. 26-10)
• Vacating City interest in a portion of Frederick Street Right-of-Way (Bill No. 26-11)
• Permanent Utility Easement from C&L Quality Construction, LLC for Lot 24 of Rock Gardens Subdivision (Bill No. 26-14)
• Study session on redevelopment of the Sears Grand building and surrounding area

The Cape Girardeau City Council adopted its agenda and approved the February 2 minutes. It authorized the mayor to execute a joint emergency operations center memorandum, vacated city interest in a portion of Frederick Street right‑of‑way, and approved an airport service agreement. The council also accepted a permanent utility easement for Lot 24 of the Rock Gardens Subdivision.

• Adopted agenda (7-0)
• Approved February 2, 2026, regular session minutes (7-0)
• Authorized Mayor to execute MOU with Cape Girardeau County, City of Jackson, and Southeast Missouri State University (Ordinance No. 5887) (7-0)
• Vacated city interest in portion of Frederick Street Right‑of‑Way (Ordinance No. 5888) (7-0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute agreement with Corporate Flight Management, Inc. for airport service (Resolution No. 3695) (7-0)
• Accepted permanent utility easement from C& L Quality Construction, LLC for Lot 24 of Rock Gardens Subdivision (Ordinance No. 26-14) (7-0)

Regular

The City Council will hold a study session with presentations on police department review, a new police substation design, and an Old Town Cape update, followed by a regular session. The consent agenda includes 13 items such as rezoning 2403 South Sprigg Street from M-2 to AG, a special use permit for a Walmart shipping container at 3439 William Street, adoption of the 2023-2028 Capital Improvements Program, and contracts for sidewalk projects on Cape Rock Drive. New ordinances will be introduced for three subdivision plats and joining the Missouri Clean Energy District.

• Rezoning of 2403 South Sprigg Street from M-2 to AG (Bill 23-30)
• Special use permit for Walmart shipping container at 3439 William Street (Bill 23-31)
• Adoption of 2023-2028 Capital Improvements Program (Bill 23-36)
• Cape Rock Drive Sidewalk Project Phase I and II contracts with Bacon Farmer Workman (Bills 23-37, 23-38)
• Ordinance to join the Missouri Clean Energy District (Bill 23-44)

The council adopted the 2023‑2028 Capital Improvements Program and approved several ordinances and resolutions. All motions passed unanimously (6‑0) except one where a member abstained. The study session earlier that day took no action.

• Adopted 2023‑2028 Capital Improvements Program (Resolution No. 3537) – vote 6‑0
• Approved preliminary plat of Strawberry Fields Subdivision – vote 6‑0
• Approved zoning change for 2403 South Sprigg St to AG (Ordinance No. 5624) – vote 6‑0
• Approved special use permit for Walmart at 3439 William St (Ordinance No. 5625) – vote 6‑0
• Approved record plat of Gooden Subdivision (Ordinance No. 5626) – vote 5‑0, Guard abstained
• Authorized City Manager agreement for Cape Rock Drive Sidewalk Phase I (Resolution No. 3538) – vote 6‑0
• Authorized City Manager agreement for Cape Rock Drive Sidewalk Phase II (Resolution No. 3539) – vote 6‑0
• Approved ordinance to join Missouri Clean Energy District (Ordinance No. 5628) – vote 6‑0

Regular

The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss rezoning properties at 1201, 1207, 1211, 1215, and 1217 South Kingshighway from Heavy Manufacturing to Light Manufacturing to allow for self-storage units. The council will also consider several ordinances regarding traffic signs, parking, and utility easements.

• Public hearing for rezoning 1201-1217 South Kingshighway from M-2 to M-1 (Bill No. 23-105)
• Engineering Services Agreement with Bowen Engineering & Surveying, Inc. for pedestrian improvements (Bill No. 23-101)
• Agreement with Lappe Cement Finishing, Inc. for pedestrian walkway and intersection improvements (Bill No. 23-104)
• Ordinances establishing new stop signs and no-parking zones (Bill Nos. 23-91, 23-92)
• Performance Guarantee Agreements for sidewalks in Hawthorne Place and Forest Hills Estates (Bill Nos. 23-102, 23-103)

The council adopted the agenda and approved the consent agenda items, including several ordinance amendments and record plats. It passed a zoning amendment (Bill 23-105) changing South Kingshighway properties from M‑2 to M‑1, and approved the record plat for Hawthorne Place Subdivision (Bill 23-106). Resolutions authorizing the City Manager to execute multiple engineering and performance‑guarantee agreements were also approved. The meeting was adjourned after all motions passed unanimously.

• Adopted agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (5-0)
• Approved zoning amendment Bill 23-105 (5-0)
• Approved record plat Bill 23-106 (5-0)
• Authorized engineering services agreement with Bowen Engineering (Bill 23-101) (5-0)
• Authorized performance guarantee with A.G. Jones Properties (Bill 23-102) (5-0)
• Authorized performance guarantee with SEMO Land (Bill 23-103) (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Regular

The City Council will consider the voluntary annexation and R-1 zoning of property at 2797 Benton Hill Road. The body will also review several zoning changes, subdivision plats, and airport infrastructure agreements.

• Public hearing for annexation and R-1 zoning of 2797 Benton Hill Road
• BILL NO. 23-105: Zoning change from M-2 to M-1 along South Kingshighway
• BILL NO. 23-107: Supplemental Agreement with Burns & McDonnell Engineering Company for airport T-Hangars and taxilanes
• BILL NO. 23-109: Design-Build Agreement with Zoellner Construction Company for airport T-Hangars and taxilanes
• BILL NO. 23-110: Approval of the record plat for Cape West 19th Subdivision

The Cape Girardeau City Council adopted its agenda and approved a consent agenda that included a zoning change on South Kingshighway, subdivision plats, and airport agreements. It also passed a new ordinance authorizing a design‑build agreement for additional T‑Hangars at the regional airport and approved a record plat for the Cape West 19th Subdivision. All motions passed with a 7‑0 vote.

• Adopted agenda (7-0)
• Approved zoning change on South Kingshighway from M-2 to M-1 (7-0)
• Approved record plat for Hawthorne Place Subdivision (7-0)
• Authorized supplemental agreement for new T‑Hangars at the airport (7-0)
• Authorized design‑build agreement for new T‑Hangars at the airport (7-0)
• Approved record plat for Cape West 19th Subdivision (7-0)
• Accepted infrastructure improvements for Baldwin Creek Subdivision, Hawthorne Place Subdivision, and Conrad Motors sewer line extension (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Special

The council will consider Bill No. 23-111, an ordinance authorizing the mayor to execute a Special Warranty Deed to The Mary Ann and Bert J. Kellerman Foundation for the property at 401 Independence Street (Old City Hall). The sale is expected to bring net proceeds of $451,458 to the city and is scheduled to close on July 24, 2023. The foundation will grant permanent easements for utilities, storm sewers, and stormwater detention as part of the conveyance.

• Ordinance (Bill No. 23-111) authorizing the mayor to execute a Special Warranty Deed for 401 Independence Street
• Net proceeds from the sale of Old City Hall: $451,458
• Closing date set for July 24, 2023
• Foundation to grant permanent utility, storm sewer, and stormwater detention easements
• Property includes Lots 13‑16, part of Lot 11, and a vacated part of South Fountain Street (≈4.90 acres)

The council recessed the meeting at 12:24 p.m. and reconvened at 2:00 p.m. The agenda was adopted unanimously. The council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 5671, authorizing the mayor to execute a special warranty deed for 401 Independence Street to the Mary Ann and Bert J. Kellerman Foundation.

• Recessed meeting until 2:00 p.m. (4-0)
• Adopted agenda (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 5671 for property transfer to Kellerman Foundation (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Regular

The Cape Girardeau City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the annual property tax rates for fiscal year 2024, including rates for the General Fund, Health Fund, and Downtown Special Business District. The council will also consider a rezoning request for 97 North Kingshighway from M-1 to C-2, and vote on several ordinances including a design-build agreement for new T-Hangars at the Cape Girardeau Regional Airport and approval of the Cape West 19th Subdivision plat.

• Public hearing and vote on FY2024 tax rates: $.3057 per $100 for General Fund, $.0573 for Health Fund, $.6275 for Downtown Special Business District
• Rezone 97 North Kingshighway from M-1 (Light Manufacturing) to C-2 (Highway Commercial)
• Approve $2.3M General Fund tax revenue for FY2024
• Design-build agreement with Zoellner Construction for new T-Hangars and taxilanes at Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
• Approve record plat for Cape West 19th Subdivision

The council unanimously adopted its agenda and passed several ordinances, including a new annual public health tax for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, annexation of land at 2797 Benton Hill Road, and zoning changes for that property and 97 North Kingshighway. It also authorized final payments for multiple city improvement projects and appointed a new member to the Historic Preservation Commission. All motions were approved by a 7‑0 vote.

• Adopted agenda (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-114 levying annual public health tax (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-115 annexing 2797 Benton Hill Road (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-116 zoning 2797 Benton Hill Rd as R-1 (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-118 re‑zoning 97 North Kingshighway from M-1 to C-2 (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-117 extending Ward 6 boundaries (7-0)
• Authorized final payments to Loyd Slinkard Painting Co., Apex Paving Co., and Lappe Cement Finishing (7-0)
• Appointed Meghan Tyson to Historic Preservation Commission (7-0)

Special

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider a petition to form the RCC Community Improvement District. The proposed district would cover 65.38 acres encompassing West Park Mall at 3049 William.

• Proposed 1% sales and use tax to finance project costs
• Estimated initial costs for services and improvements of $12,650,504
• Proposed district term of up to 27 years
• Proposed improvements including roads, parking garages, and building rehabilitation
• Proposed services including security personnel and landscape maintenance

The City Council unanimously adopted the agenda (6‑0). A public hearing was held on a petition to form the RCC Community Improvement District, with testimony from developers and community members. The council then unanimously voted to adjourn the special session and move to closed session for legal matters (6‑0).

• Adopted agenda (6-0)
• Adjourned to closed session for legal matters (6-0)
• Held public hearing on RCC Community Improvement District petition (no vote)

Regular

The Cape Girardeau City Council will adopt the August 7 and August 15, 2023 meeting minutes and then consider several ordinances. Items include a public health tax for fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, annexing 2797 Benton Hill Road into city limits, rezoning that property as R‑1 single‑family residential, changing the zoning of 97 North Kingshighway from M‑1 to C‑2, and accepting a permanent easement at 401 Independence Street. The council will also authorize the City Manager to execute agreements for sewer projects with Wilson & Company and for the Nash Road railroad tie repair with RailWorks Track Services.

• Bill 23‑114: Ordinance providing for the levy of an annual public health tax for FY ending 6/30/2024 (Second and Third Readings)
• Bill 23‑115: Ordinance annexing land at 2797 Benton Hill Road into city limits (Second and Third Readings)
• Bill 23‑116: Ordinance zoning the newly annexed 2797 Benton Hill Road property as R‑1 Single‑Family Suburban Residential (Second and Third Readings)
• Bill 23‑118: Ordinance changing zoning of 97 North Kingshighway from M‑1 to C‑2 (Second and Third Readings)
• Bill 23‑119: Ordinance accepting permanent easements from The Mary Ann and Bert J. Kellerman Foundation for 401 Independence Street (Second and Third Readings)

The council adopted its agenda and approved a consent agenda that included annexing 2797 Benton Hill Road, changing its zoning, extending Ward 6, and adjusting the tax code. It also passed ordinances for a record plat, a special warranty deed, and authorized agreements for sewer and railroad projects, as well as final payment for a park dredging project. Additionally, three individuals were appointed to the Convention and Visitors Bureau board, the Planning and Zoning Commission, and the University of Missouri Extension Council.

• Adopted meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including annexation of 2797 Benton Hill Rd and related zoning changes (6-0)
• Approved permanent easement ordinance for 401 Independence St (6-0)
• Authorized sewer and railroad project agreements (Bills 23-120, 23-121) (6-0)
• Accepted final payment for Capaha Park Pond dredging project (6-0)
• Approved record plat of Maurer Family Land (Bill 23-123) (6-0)
• Authorized special warranty deed for property at Route 74 (Bill 23-124) (6-0)
• Appointed Nathaniel Saverino, Gerald W. Jones II, and James Newman to respective boards (6-0)

Regular

The Cape Girardeau City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including the approval of the record plat for Maurer Family Land. It will also vote on deeds, grant applications, and agreements for infrastructure projects and housing developments. Additional items include appointments to advisory boards and public comment time.

• Ordinance approving the record plat of Maurer Family Land (Bill No. 23-123)
• Resolution authorizing a grant application to the U.S. DOT Reconnecting Communities program (Bill No. 23-125)
• Resolution for a License and Indemnity Agreement with CWC Hospitality, LLC for a retaining wall at 433 Cape West Crossings (Bill No. 23-126)
• Resolution supporting the Silver Springs II Apartments tax credit project (Bill No. 23-131)
• Resolution supporting the Star Vue II Apartments tax credit project (Bill No. 23-132)

The Cape Girardeau City Council adopted its agenda and approved a consent agenda that authorized several ordinances and resolutions, including agreements for infrastructure projects. It also passed two new ordinances for land record plats and supported two apartment housing developments. Finally, the council appointed members to the Golf Course Advisory Board and the Public Library Board.

• Adopted agenda (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items: Ordinance 23-123, Ordinance 23-124, and Resolutions 23-125 through 23-133 (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-134 (record plat of Kennedy's 2nd Addition) (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-135 (record plat of S & L Subdivision) (7-0)
• Approved Resolution supporting Silver Springs II Apartments (Bill 23-131) (7-0; Councilmember Robbie Guard abstained)
• Approved Resolution supporting Star Vue II Apartments (Bill 23-132) (7-0; Councilmember Robbie Guard abstained)
• Appointed Eric Craiglow and Lindsey Pippins to the Golf Course Advisory Board (7-0)
• Appointed Lauren Clark Hill to the Public Library Board of Directors (7-0)

Special

The City Council is convening for a special session. The meeting is designated as a closed session to discuss confidential or privileged communications with legal counsel.

• Closed meeting to discuss confidential or privileged communications with legal counsel pursuant to RSMo. Section 610.021(1)

Regular

The City Council is discussing a redevelopment plan and proposed agreement with River City Centre, LLC for West Park Mall. The meeting includes first readings of several ordinances to establish a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) area and multiple redevelopment project areas.

• Proposed Redevelopment Agreement with River City Centre, LLC for West Park Mall
• Bill No. 23-138: Ordinance to designate a Redevelopment Area and approve RCC TIF plan
• Bills No. 23-139 through 23-144: Ordinances approving six separate Redevelopment Project Areas
• Bill No. 23-146: Petition for the creation of the RCC Community Improvement District
• Bill No. 23-137: Development Agreement with GMA Development, LLC for sidewalks in Shadow Wood Villas North

The Cape Girardeau City Council adopted the agenda and approved the consent agenda, which included minutes, plat approvals, an appropriations ordinance, and a sidewalk improvement resolution. The council then designated a portion of the city as a Redevelopment Area and adopted tax‑increment financing for six redevelopment project areas and a Community Improvement District, each passing 5‑1. The meeting was adjourned after a 6‑0 vote.

• Adopted agenda (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items: September 5 minutes, September 14 closed‑session minutes, record plats for Kennedy's 2nd Addition and S & L Subdivision, FY23 appropriations ordinance, and sidewalk improvement resolution (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 5682 designating a Redevelopment Area with TIF (Bill 23-138) (5-1)
• Approved Ordinance No. 5685 for Redevelopment Project Area 1 with TIF (Bill 23-139) (5-1)
• Approved Ordinance No. 5686 for Redevelopment Project Area 2 with TIF (Bill 23-140) (5-1)
• Approved Ordinance No. 5687 for Redevelopment Project Area 3 with TIF (Bill 23-141) (5-1)
• Approved Ordinance No. 5688 for Redevelopment Project Area 4 with TIF (Bill 23-142) (5-1)
• Approved Ordinance No. 5690 creating the RCC Community Improvement District (Bill 23-146) (5-1)

Regular

The City Council will discuss the creation of a Community Improvement District and a Transportation Development District for the RCC project. The body will also hold public hearings regarding a telecommunications tower and a utility easement vacation.

• Special use permit for a 150-foot telecommunication tower at 1351 South West End Boulevard
• Vacation of a 15-foot easement at 2183 Derbyshire Lane
• Tax Increment Financing Redevelopment Plan for the RCC project
• Issuance of taxable industrial revenue bonds for the RCC Project
• Grant Agreement with Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission for airport marketing

The council adopted its agenda and approved the September 18, 2023 minutes. It passed several ordinances, including designating a Redevelopment Area, creating a Community Improvement District, and establishing a Transportation Development District. Additional measures approved funding mechanisms, a telecom tower permit, and an airport marketing grant.

• Approved Ordinance 23-138 Redevelopment Area (5-1)
• Approved Ordinance 23-146 Community Improvement District (5-1)
• Approved Resolution 23-148 Transportation Development District (5-1)
• Approved Ordinance 23-145 Redevelopment Agreement (5-1)
• Approved Ordinance 23-149 Industrial revenue bonds (5-1)
• Approved Ordinance 23-150 Record plat of Wade 1st Subdivision (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-151 Special use permit for telecom tower at 1351 S. West End Blvd (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-155 Airport marketing grant agreement (5-0, 1 abstention)

Special

The Cape Girardeau City Council will hold a special session on November 2, 2023. Council members will conduct the first reading of Bill No. 23-164, an ordinance to rename the segment of Bellevue Street between North Pacific Street and Houck Place Drive as Smallwood-Williams Way. The proposal was requested by Southeast Missouri State University and will affect one residential property and two apartment buildings. If approved, the city will install new street signs and notify owners, utilities, and the post office.

• Bill No. 23-164: Ordinance to rename Bellevue Street (between North Pacific Street and Houck Place Drive) to Smallwood-Williams Way – first reading
• Southeast Missouri State University provided the request and will supply and install the new street signs
• City staff will send address change letters to affected property owners and notify county, city departments, and the U.S. Postal Service

The council adopted its agenda unanimously. It approved Ordinance Bill No. 23-164, renaming a portion of Bellevue Street to Smallwood-Williams Way, with a 6-0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Adopt agenda (approved 6-0)
• Approve renaming ordinance (Bill No. 23-164) (approved 6-0)
• Adjourn meeting (approved 6-0)

Regular

The City Council will hold public hearings on rezoning properties at 406 Bertling Street and the intersection of Missouri State Highway K and Notre Dame Drive. The body will also consider ordinances regarding franchise fees, budget appropriations, and a maintenance agreement for intersection improvements.

• Public hearing to rezone 406 Bertling Street from R-1 to R-3
• Public hearing to rezone Missouri State Highway K and Notre Dame Drive from R-1 to C-2
• BILL NO. 23-162: Appropriation of funds for Operating and Capital Expenditures for FY ending June 30, 2024
• BILL NO. 23-169: Maintenance Agreement for intersection improvements at Route 74/Shawnee Parkway and Minnesota Avenue
• Final payment to Nip Kelley Equipment Company, Inc. for the Penny-Capaha Drainage Improvement Project

The City Council adopted its agenda unanimously and approved a consent agenda that included several ordinance readings. It voted 5-2 to rezone 406 Bertling Street from R‑1 to R‑3 and voted 7-0 to rezone the highway K and Notre Dame Drive corner from R‑1 to C‑2. The council also confirmed multiple ordinances, made key appointments, and approved a water‑line easement and a road‑maintenance agreement.

• Adopted agenda (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 406 Bertling Street to R-3 (5-2)
• Approved rezoning of highway K & Notre Dame Drive corner to C-2 (7-0)
• Approved ordinance amendments and appropriations on consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved maintenance agreement for Route 74/Shawnee Pkwy improvements (7-0)
• Approved permanent water line easement at 400 Houck Place (7-0)
• Appointed Nick Martin and Trae Bertrand to Planning and Zoning Commission (7-0)
• Appointed five members to RCC Community Improvement District Board (5-1)

Regular

The City Council will discuss appropriating funds for housing the homeless for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. The body is also deciding on several zoning changes, street renamings, and the approval of three new subdivision plats.

• Bill No. 23-172: Appropriation of funds for housing the homeless
• Bill No. 23-167: Rezoning 406 Bertling Street from R-1 to R-3
• Bill No. 23-168: Rezoning corners of Missouri State Highway K and Notre Dame Drive from R-1 to C-2
• Bill No. 23-164: Renaming a portion of Bellevue Street to Smallwood-Williams Way
• Approval of record plats for Boyce Church, Brick & Ivy, and Winterfield subdivisions

The City Council adopted its agenda and approved a consent agenda that included several zoning changes, a water line easement, and a maintenance agreement. It approved a new monument at the Route W/Lexington Avenue roundabout and accepted record plats for three subdivisions. The ordinance to appropriate funds for homeless housing (Bill 23-172) was defeated 3‑4. The council also appointed a new member to the Golf Course Advisory Board and adjourned.

• Adopted agenda (7‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items including zoning changes and water easement (7‑0)
• Approved water main improvements for Houck Stadium (7‑0)
• Approved ordinance for Lexington roundabout monument (Bill 23‑171) (7‑0)
• Rejected ordinance appropriating funds for homeless housing (Bill 23‑172) (3‑4)
• Approved record plats for Boyce Church, Brick & Ivy, and Winterfield subdivisions (each 7‑0)
• Appointed Claire Kneer to Golf Course Advisory Board (7‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (7‑0)

Regular

The City Council will decide on several subdivision plats and easements. The body is also considering a new agreement for the Cape LaCroix Trail Enhancements Project and amendments to stormwater management exemption conditions.

• Cape LaCroix Trail Enhancements Project agreement (Bill No. 23-181)
• Stormwater management exemption condition amendments (Bill No. 23-182)
• Approval of record plats for Boyce Church, Brick & Ivy, and Winterfield Subdivisions
• Installation of a City Monument at the Route W/Lexington Avenue Roundabout (Bill No. 23-171)
• Appointments to the Liquor License Review Board and River Campus Board of Managers

The council adopted the meeting agenda and approved a consent agenda containing eight ordinances. It also approved three new ordinances: an electric line easement, a transportation agreement for the Cape LaCroix Trail Enhancements project, and a stormwater management exemption amendment. Additionally, the council appointed members to several city boards. All motions passed unanimously with a 7-0 vote.

• Adopted agenda (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda ordinances (Bills 23-171 to 23-179) (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-180 electric line easement (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-181 trail enhancements agreement (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 23-182 stormwater exemption amendment (7-0)
• Appointed members to Bloomfield Crossing Community Improvement District Board (7-0)
• Appointed Richard Fehr and Christen Griffen to Liquor License Review Board (7-0)
• Appointed Sophia Hanto and John McGowan to River Campus and Show Me Center Boards (7-0)