Jefferson County public meetings in 2021

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will hold a public hearing regarding the vacation of a portion of West Imperial Drive. The body is also deciding on several road safety projects, contractor agreements, and a rezoning application.

• Public hearing for petition to vacate a portion of West Imperial Drive in Stovesand Hills Subdivision Three
• Contracts for 10 Guardian Ad Litem attorneys at up to $2,000.00 per month each
• Bid award for East Rock Creek Road Safety Improvements Project (STP-5403 (677))
• Application CC221078 to rezone 3.29 acres from Planned Mixed Residential (PR2) to Non-Planned Community Commercial (CC2)
• Contract amendment for CB Engineering, Inc. (dba Cochran) up to $20,000.00 for High Ridge Boulevard Shared-Use Path

The Council voted to remove Bill 21-1229 from the agenda and place it on the January 10, 2022 agenda, after public comments against it. Resolution R21-1204 designating the Jefferson County Tourism Commission was adopted after a failed amendment and a reconsideration vote. Several subdivision and rezoning bills were approved and passed.

• Removed Bill 21-1229 from agenda, placed on Jan. 10, 2022 agenda (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution R21-1204 designating Jefferson County Tourism Commission (4-1, 1 abstain)
• Approved Bill 21-1226 Sierra Vista Subdivision (6-0)
• Approved Bill 21-1227 The Villas of Brennen Acres Subdivision (6-0)
• Approved Bill 21-1228 Rezone 3.29 acres to Non-Planned Community Commercial (6-0)
• Approved Bill 21-1230 Ordinance amending Title IV, Chapter 400 (5-1)
• Approved Bill 21-1231 Maintenance Plan for 2022-2023 (6-0)
• Approved Bill 21-1240 to vacate portion of West Imperial Drive (6-0)

Employees Merit System Commission

The Commission is meeting to approve previous minutes and receive an update on the Personnel Administration Program. No new business is listed on the agenda.

• Personnel Administration Program Update
• Approval of April 27, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approval of December 9, 2021 meeting minutes

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several residential development plats and a request for a stormwater buffer variance. The body will also discuss updating commission bylaws and the 2022 meeting schedule.

• Final Plat for Kingston Hills: 47 lots on 15.8 acres off Winter Valley Drive, Fenton
• Preliminary Plat for The Timbers: 159 lots on 75.4 acres off Prairie Hollow Road, Imperial
• Variance request for 4385 Lonedell Road, Arnold, to waive a 25-foot stream buffer requirement
• Zone change and development plan for The Polo Grounds off Highway FF, Eureka (continued to 1-27-22)
• Amendment of the Planning Commission Bylaws

County Council

The Redistricting Commission is meeting to establish its leadership and operational rules. The agenda consists of procedural items to organize the commission.

• Selection of Chairperson
• Selection of Vice-Chairperson
• Selection of Secretary
• Adoption of rules of order

County Council

The County Council will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance. The body is also considering the fiscal year 2022 budget and various contracts for county services and supplies.

• Public hearing on proposed amendments to Chapter 405: Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance
• Bill No. 21-1144, A1: Approval of the Fiscal Year 2022 budget and appropriation of funds
• Bill No. 21-1201: $10,000 grants per applicant for CDBG-CV Microenterprise Business Grant Program
• Bill No. 21-1124, A1: Rezoning for Barnhart Boat & RV Storage in Council District 4
• Bill No. 21-1204 and 21-1205: Change orders for Old State Route 21 pavement and Rouggly-Kiepe Road Bridge

The Jefferson County Council approved the FY2022 budget (Bill 21-1144 A1) on final passage, despite failed amendments to shift funds. It also passed the flood damage prevention ordinance amendment (Bill 21-1229) and approved several subdivision and rezoning bills, including Sierra Vista, The Villas of Brennen Acres, and a 3.29-acre rezone. The council removed Bill 21-1216 from the agenda for later consideration and failed to remove Bill 21-1229 or 21-1230.

• Approved FY2022 budget (Bill 21-1144 A1) on final passage (4-3)
• Approved flood damage prevention ordinance amendment (Bill 21-1229) (4-3)
• Approved Sierra Vista Subdivision (Bill 21-1226) (7-0)
• Approved The Villas of Brennen Acres Subdivision (Bill 21-1227) (7-0)
• Approved rezone of 3.29 acres to Non-Planned Community Commercial (Bill 21-1228) (7-0)
• Approved Barnhart Boat & RV Storage (Bill 21-1124 A1) (7-0)
• Approved Windswept Farms parcel correction (Bill 21-1143) (7-0)
• Removed Bill 21-1216 from agenda for next meeting (7-0)

Board of Equalization

The Jefferson County Board of Equalization met on December 13, 2021, and approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. The board accepted the Assessor's Real Estate and Personal Property Changes and Additions for June 24 through October 21, 2021, as presented by Cary Blum. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved agenda for December 13, 2021 (2-0)
• Approved minutes of October 18, 2021 meeting (2-0)
• Accepted Assessor's Real Estate and Personal Property Changes and Additions (2-0)

Employees Merit System Commission

The County Employee’s Merit System Commission will meet to discuss personnel administration and employee evaluations. The agenda includes updates on open enrollment and the merit hearing and appeal process.

• Introduction of a new member
• Review of job descriptions and evaluation summaries
• Personnel Administration Program update
• Open Enrollment update
• Discussion of turnover rates and the merit hearing and appeal process

Local Emergency Planning Commission

The Local Emergency Planning Committee is meeting to discuss emergency planning and hazardous materials management. The agenda includes a presentation from Enable Pipeline and reviews of specific LEPC requests.

• Enable Pipeline Presentation
• LEPC Requests for 4200 Brandi Lane and 6045 West Outer Rd
• MERC Flow Study Application
• HMEP Grant discussion
• NGA Exercise review

County Council

The Redistricting Commission is meeting to select a chairperson and secretary. The body will discuss census data, Sunshine Law, and the provisions of Article XIV of the Home Rule Charter.

• Selection of Chairperson
• Selection of Secretary
• Review of Article XIV of Home Rule Charter
• Census Data discussion

County Council

The County Council will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2022 budget. The body is also considering various road improvement change orders, bid awards for county services, and zoning applications.

• Public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2022 Budget (Bill No. 21-1144)
• Change order for 2021 Pavement Preservation Program with N.B. West Contracting Company for $41,160.59
• Proposed rezoning for Barnhart Boat & RV Storage in Council District 4
• Setting Planning and Zoning Commission member attendance fees at $25.00 per meeting
• Reimbursements to the City of Byrnes Mill and City of Festus under the Road Improvement Sales Tax agreement

The Council introduced and perfected the FY2022 budget (Bill 21-1144) with an amendment moving $10,000 from Economic Development to Boards and Commissions to fund Planning and Zoning attendance fees. The Council also approved a consent agenda of 18 bills (21-1125 through 21-1142), adopted three resolutions, and perfected and finally passed three bills. The meeting was procedural with no vetoed bills or closed session.

• Approved the consent agenda containing Bills 21-1125 through 21-1142.
• Adopted Resolution R21-1105 to remove certain personal property tax bills from the tax books.
• Adopted Resolution R21-1106 nominating and appointing Chris Eldridge.
• Adopted Resolution R21-1107 setting an attendance fee for Planning and Zoning (passed 5-2, with Reuter and Groeteke voting no).
• Introduced and perfected Bill 21-1124 (Barnhart Boat & RV Storage) with an amendment allowing True Grid or gravel parking and denying a landscaping modification.
• Introduced and perfected Bill 21-1143 to correct a parcel submission by Windswept Farms.
• Introduced and perfected Bill 21-1144 (FY2022 Budget) with an amendment shifting $10,000 from Economic Development to Boards and Commissions for Planning and Zoning attendance fees.
• Finally passed Bills 21-1121 (grant dollars for overtime), 21-1122 (Overseas Container), and 21-1123 (Recreational Facility or Area).

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing proposed amendments to the Unified Development Order, including medical marijuana dispensary regulations. The body is also considering a zone change in Imperial and a stormwater buffer deviation in House Springs.

• Proposed amendments to Title IV, Chapter 400 of the Code of Ordinances (Unified Development Order)
• New regulations for medical marijuana dispensaries, including a ban on drive-throughs and hours of operation from 9:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. (excluding Sundays)
• Request to rezone 3.29 acres at 949 Montebello, Imperial from Planned Mixed Residential (PR-2) to Non-Planned Community Commercial (CC-2)
• Request for a deviation from Section 505.170(B)(3) regarding a 25-foot stream buffer at 6018 Sembr Place, House Springs

County Council Work Session

The Jefferson County Council held a budget work session to review the 2022 proposed budget, with the County Auditor presenting details on numerous funds and departments. Council members asked questions and made comments, but no formal decisions or votes were taken during the session. The meeting adjourned with a unanimous vote to adjourn.

• Adjourned meeting unanimously (7-0)

County Council Work Session

The Jefferson County Council held a budget work session to review the 2022 Proposed Budget, with department heads and the County Auditor presenting details and answering questions. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the session; the only action was a unanimous vote to adjourn.

• Adjourned meeting unanimously (7-0)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council adopted a redistricting resolution (R21-1101) and approved several bills, including consent agenda items and final passage of bills for street maintenance, vacating a portion of Cardinal Lane, and renovations to the North Zone Substation. A bill for a recreational facility (21-1123) was moved to perfection, and a motion to add a $25 attendance fee for the Planning & Zoning Commission was approved. Bill 21-1124 was removed from the agenda and rescheduled to November 22, 2021.

• Adopted redistricting resolution R21-1101 (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved consent agenda bills 21-1101 through 21-1120 (7-0)
• Finally passed Bill 21-1031 for Vogel Estates Subdivision street maintenance (7-0)
• Finally passed Bill 21-1032 to vacate a portion of Cardinal Lane (7-0)
• Finally passed Bill 21-1033 for renovations to the New North Zone Substation (7-0)
• Moved Bill 21-1123 (recreational facility) to perfection (7-0)
• Approved motion to add $25 attendance fee for Planning & Zoning Commission (5-2, 1 abstention)
• Removed Bill 21-1124 from agenda, rescheduled to November 22, 2021 (7-0)

Local Emergency Planning Commission

The Jefferson County Public Safety Commission met on September 16, 2021, and approved the agenda and the May 6, 2021 meeting minutes. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports from the OEM director and commission members, including updates on the STARRS exercise series, CERT training, siren changes, PPE kits, and COVID response.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 6, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Local Emergency Planning Commission

The Jefferson County Public Safety Commission will meet to review reports from the OEM Director and commission members. Key discussion items include regional and local Spire planning and updates to the Emergency Operations Plan.

• Spire Planning (Regional & Local)
• Emergency Operations Plan update

The Jefferson County Public Safety Commission met on September 16, 2021, and approved the agenda and the May 6, 2021 meeting minutes. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports from the OEM director and commission members, including updates on the STARRS exercise series, CERT training, local siren changes, COVID PPE kits, and a COVID after-action report.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 6, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review several land use requests, including a preliminary plat for a new subdivision and a zone change for a boat and RV storage facility. The body will also consider requests for conditional use and stormwater code deviations.

• PP21066: Preliminary Plat for Dry Fork Meadows (27 lots on 35.75 acres)
• PC21076: Zone change to Planned Commercial for Barnhart Boat & RV Storage at 6851 Metropolitan Blvd.
• CU21068: Conditional Use Permit for an overseas shipping container at 3643 Rock Creek Road
• VR21074: Deviation from Stormwater Code for Willows Mobile Home Park on Willow Oak Drive
• VR21075: Deviation from Stormwater Code for Ravinia Estates on Canary Court

County Council

The Jefferson County Council is meeting to appoint a redistricting commission and consider various public works contracts. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a petition to vacate a portion of Cardinal Lane.

• Public hearing on vacating a portion of Cardinal Lane in the Alpha Industrial Subdivision
• Resolution R-21-1003 to appoint the Decennial Redistricting Commission
• Bill 21-1016: $6,136 increase for 2021 Subdivision PCC Panel Replacement Program with Spencer Contracting Co.
• Bill 21-1017: $6,600 increase for Sandy Valley Road Bridge over Big Creek Project with Gershenson Construction Co. Inc.
• Bill 21-1033: Proposed budget amendment for renovations to the New North Zone Substation

The Jefferson County Council adopted Resolution R21-1003 on redistricting (6-1, with Council Member Groeteke voting no). The council also approved the consent agenda (Bills 21-1016 through 21-1030) and moved several bills to perfection, including Bill 21-1031 (Vogel Estates street maintenance), Bill 21-1032 (vacating a portion of Cardinal Lane), and Bill 21-1033 (renovations to the New North Zone Substation). Bill 21-1015 (Catlin Drive street maintenance) was finally passed. Additionally, the council voted to place on the next agenda legislation to amend UDO Section 400.5830 Paragraph D and to schedule a hearing on floodplain water surface elevation provisions.

• Adopted redistricting Resolution R21-1003 (6-1, Groeteke no)
• Approved consent agenda Bills 21-1016 through 21-1030 (6-0, Reuter absent)
• Moved Bill 21-1031 (Vogel Estates street maintenance) to perfection (6-0)
• Moved Bill 21-1032 (vacating portion of Cardinal Lane) to perfection (6-0)
• Moved Bill 21-1033 (New North Zone Substation renovations) to perfection (6-0)
• Finally passed Bill 21-1015 (Catlin Drive street maintenance) (6-0)
• Placed legislation to amend UDO Section 400.5830 Paragraph D on next agenda (5-2, Hendrickson and Groeteke no)
• Scheduled hearing on floodplain water surface elevation amendments (5-2, Hendrickson and Groeteke no)

County Council Work Session

The Jefferson County Council will hold a work session to discuss several administrative and planning items. County Executive Dennis Gannon will lead discussions on ARPA allocations, a ballot issue, and Wayfair.

• ARPA Allocation
• Ballot Issue
• Wayfair
• Master Plan Discussion

The Jefferson County Council held a work session with no formal votes on substantive items. County Executive Dennis Gannon discussed ARPA fund distribution, a potential ballot issue for a new courthouse and jail, and a Wayfair use tax for online sales. The council also heard a presentation on the county master plan. Only the agenda and adjournment were approved.

• Approved agenda as presented (6-0, James absent)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:41 p.m. (6-0, James absent)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to conduct a Tax Appeal Hearing. The agenda also includes a discussion of Assessor’s Office value changes.

• Tax Appeal Hearing
• Assessor’s Office Value Changes

The Jefferson County Board of Equalization met and approved the agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting. The board also accepted 8 residential real estate value changes presented by the Assessor's Office. The next meeting is scheduled for November 15, 2021.

• Approved agenda for October 18, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of September 13, 2021 (3-0)
• Accepted 8 residential real estate value changes (3-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider a final plat for Fox Creek Phase One and a preliminary plat for Bear Ridge. Additionally, the body will review a conditional use permit request for a commercial paintball facility in Eureka.

• Final Plat for Fox Creek Phase One (FP21070) on Corisande Hills Road
• Preliminary Plat for Bear Ridge (PP21069) at 5648 Bear Creek Road for 263 lots
• Conditional Use Permit request (CUP21073) for a commercial paintball facility at 2822 State Route W, Eureka

County Council

The Jefferson County Council approved the rezoning of The Timbers (Bill 21-0948) to Planned Mixed Use, moving it to final passage with a 5-2 vote. Three proposed conditions—a third-party stormwater engineer, a 50-foot minimum lot width, and an emergency gate requiring HOA approval—all failed. The council also approved the consent agenda, several resolutions, and acknowledged multiple community improvement district budgets.

• Approved Bill 21-0948 rezoning The Timbers to Planned Mixed Use (5-2)
• Failed motion to add third-party stormwater engineer condition (2-5)
• Failed motion to set minimum lot width to 50 feet (2-5)
• Failed motion to require Saddlebrook Estates HOA approval for emergency gate (2-5)
• Approved consent agenda bills 21-1001 through 21-1014 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution R21-1001 correcting erroneous personal property assessments (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Resolution R21-1002 correcting erroneous real property assessments (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Bill 21-0928 vacating a portion of Konert Road (7-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Jefferson County Council will hold a meeting to discuss a zone change and development plan. The primary item is a request regarding a property in Big River Township.

• Zone change request PM21031 for 7575 Skullbones Road, Dittmer, from Large Lot Residential (LR-2) to Planned Mixed Use (PM)
• Development Plan approval for Skullbones Campground

County Council Work Session

The Jefferson County Council held a work session where the Jefferson County Tourism Commission (JCTC) presented on its mission and requested the Council's help in obtaining a Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) designation for the county. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, with only agenda approval and adjournment votes.

• Approved agenda as presented (6-0, Perry absent)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:26 p.m. (6-0, Perry absent)

County Council

The Council approved the 2021 tax levy (Bill 21-0920) and gave final passage to several subdivision-related bills, including Candlelight Gardens, Castle Heights, Remington Place, Sandy Valley Acres, and Silver Lane. It also approved a bill to regulate and license security (21-0925) and a bill to vacate a portion of Traveller's Acres (21-0927). The Council moved several other bills forward, including a rezoning for The Timbers (21-0948) and a vacation of Konert Road (21-0928). All votes were unanimous with District 4 Council Member Groeteke absent.

• Approved the 2021 tax levy for general revenue, parks, road & bridge, and police funds (Bill 21-0920).
• Gave final passage to the Candlelight Gardens Subdivision (Bill 21-0921).
• Gave final passage to the Castle Heights Subdivision (Bill 21-0922).
• Gave final passage to the Remington Place Subdivision (Bill 21-0923).
• Gave final passage to the Sandy Valley Acres Subdivision (Bill 21-0924).
• Gave final passage to the bill regulating and licensing security (Bill 21-0925).
• Gave final passage to the vacation of Traveller's Acres Plat 1 (Bill 21-0927).
• Gave final passage to the Silver Lane bill (Bill 21-0929).

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to conduct a tax appeal hearing. The session includes standard procedural items and a review of value changes from the Assessor's Office.

• Tax Appeal Hearing for Whole Truth Tabernacle United Pentecostal Church at 3100 High Ridge Blvd

The Jefferson County Board of Equalization met on September 13, 2021, and approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes unanimously. The board heard one appeal from Whole Truth Tabernacle United Pentecostal Church and voted 3-0 not to change the property's residential/commercial (2019) real estate assessment. The decision letter was mailed certified on September 14, 2021. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved agenda for September 13, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of August 16, 2021 meeting (3-0)
• Denied assessment change for Whole Truth Tabernacle United Pentecostal Church, Parcel # 03-6.0-23.0-1-001-013,02 (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 1:04 p.m. (3-0)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council approved and finally passed Bill No. 21-0830, the Improvement and Development of Parks bill, which will place a parks sales tax question on the ballot. The bill passed 4-3, with Council Members Haskins, Perry, Stallman, and James voting yes, and Reuter, Hendrickson, and Groeteke voting no. The council also approved the 2021 tax levy, several subdivision plats, and a bill to regulate and license security, while tabling a road vacation petition and failing to pass a zoning change for a car wash/storage facility.

• Approved and finally passed Bill No. 21-0830, Improvement and Development of Parks (4-3)
• Approved Bill No. 21-0920, Tax Levy for 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Bill No. 21-0921, Candlelight Gardens Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved Bill No. 21-0922, Castle Heights Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved Bill No. 21-0923, Remington Place Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved Bill No. 21-0924, Sandy Valley Acres Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved Bill No. 21-0925, Regulate and License Security (unanimous)
• Tabled Bill No. 21-0928, Konert Road vacation, until after September 27 public hearing (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will meet to consider three applications for variances regarding front yard setback requirements. These requests affect residential properties in Imperial and Hillsboro.

• BOA21006: Front yard setback variance for a residence at 2642 Seckman Road, Imperial
• BOA21007: Front yard setback variance for a home addition at 5794 N. Lakeshore Dr., Hillsboro
• BOA21008: Front yard setback variance for an accessory structure at 3050 Frisco Hill Road, Imperial

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a request to rezone two parcels for a development called The Timbers. The proposal seeks to change the zoning from Single-Family Residential (R-7 and R-10) to Planned Single-Family Residential (PR-1).

• PR21067: Zone change and development plan for The Timbers on 75.4 acres off Prairie Hollow Road
• Proposed creation of 159 lots
• Request to modify Section 400.5410, A-3-a regarding traffic distribution between subdivision entrances
• Traffic study estimate of 120 new AM peak hour trips and 160 PM peak hour trips

County Council

The Jefferson County Council moved Bill 21-0830, a proposed sales tax for park improvement and development, to perfection (first reading approval) with a 4-3 vote, despite several residents speaking against it during public comments. The council also approved the 2022-2026 Five-Year Capital Program and Strategic Plan (R21-0809) and gave final passage to a telecommunications tower conditional use permit (Bill 21-0814) and a group home conditional use permit (Bill 21-0815).

• Approved Bill 21-0830 (park sales tax) to perfection (4-3)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0809 (2022-2026 Five-Year Capital Program) (6-1)
• Finally passed Bill 21-0814 (telecommunications tower) (4-3, with 3 abstentions)
• Finally passed Bill 21-0815 (group home) (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda bills 21-0816 through 21-0825 (5-2, with 2 abstentions)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0806 (surplus disposal) (6-1)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0807 (erroneous personal property assessment) (6-1)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0808 (erroneous real property assessment) (7-0)

Board of Equalization

The Jefferson County Board of Equalization approved the agenda and previous minutes, then heard four property assessment appeals. It denied changes to two residential assessments, approved one change from residential to Ag Class 8, and tabled one commercial assessment appeal because the appellants were absent. The board also accepted 7 residential real estate value changes presented by the Assessor's Office.

• Approved agenda and minutes of August 11, 2021 (3-0)
• Denied assessment change for Rebecca & Paul Commean, Parcel # 07-3.0-06.0-0-000-025.01 (3-0)
• Approved assessment change from residential to Ag Class 8 for Rebecca & Paul Commean, Parcel # 07-3.0-06.0-0-000-020.25 (2-1)
• Denied assessment change for Stanley Saniewski, Parcel # 11-3.0-07.0-0-000-038.02 (3-0)
• Tabled commercial assessment appeal for Whole Truth Tabernacle United Pentecostal Church, Parcel # 03-6.0-23.0-1-001-013.02 (3-0)
• Accepted 7 residential real estate value changes from Assessor's Office (3-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a request to rezone approximately 9.23 acres to a Planned Mixed Use district. The proposal includes a development plan for a single-family residence and transportation equipment storage.

• Petition PM21061: Rezone 9.23 acres at 7756 State Rt. 30 and 7890 Dittmer Ridge Road from R-40 and CC-2 to Planned Mixed (PM) zone
• Development Plan for KADS Schrader Family LLC featuring a single-family home and a commercial-style garage addition
• Proposed use of site for single-family residence and transportation equipment storage
• Staff recommendation for approval with conditions, including a requirement for a two-lot minor subdivision

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will meet to consider two applications for variances regarding front yard setback requirements. Both requests involve properties in Single Family Residential (R-10) Zone Districts.

• BOA21006: Variance for front yard setback for a residence at 2642 Seckman Road, Imperial, MO
• BOA21007: Variance for front yard setback for a home addition at 5794 N. Lakeshore Dr., Hillsboro, MO

Board of Equalization

The Jefferson County Board of Equalization approved 11 agreements of assessed value for commercial and residential properties, changing their assessments as agreed. The board also denied 4 requests to change assessments for business personal property and commercial real estate. All decisions were made unanimously (3-0).

• Approved assessment change for Caplaco Twelve Inc (3-0)
• Approved assessment change for Manufacturers Partners LLC (3-0)
• Approved assessment change for Water Tower Day Care LLC (3-0)
• Approved assessment change for Water Tower Development LLC (3-0)
• Approved assessment change for Water Tower, LLC (3-0)
• Approved assessment change for AD&S Properties (3-0)
• Approved assessment change for Atlas Properties LLC (3-0)
• Denied assessment change for Gelco Fleet Trust (3-0)

County Council

The County Council will hold public hearings regarding the 2021 Roadway Safety Plan and the 2021 Roadway Master Plan. The body is also considering several budget amendments, including a $428,000 appropriation for real property in Council District 6.

• Public hearings for the 2021 Jefferson County Roadway Safety Plan and 2021 Roadway Master Plan
• Proposed $424,000 appropriation for real property and $4,000 for related expenses in Council District 6
• Proposed $18,919 reimbursement to the City of Olympian Village for road improvements
• Rezoning application for Belleville RV Park (Addition) from R10 and CC2 to PR2
• Conditional use permit applications for a 190-foot telecommunication tower (District 7) and a group home (District 3)

The Jefferson County Council adopted the 2021 Roadway Safety Plan (R21-0801) and the 2021 Roadway Master Plan (R21-0802) after public hearings. The council also approved a consent agenda of 13 bills and gave final passage to several bills, including a rezoning for Belleville RV Park and a budget amendment for real property purchase. A motion to place a Pawn Shop Ordinance on a future agenda failed.

• Adopted 2021 Roadway Safety Plan (R21-0801) (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Adopted 2021 Roadway Master Plan (R21-0802) (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda bills 21-0801 through 21-0813 (6-0)
• Finally passed Bill 21-0724 Huntington Trails Phase 12 (4-0, 2 abstentions)
• Finally passed Bill 21-0725 Pleasantview Motel (6-0)
• Finally passed Bill 21-0726 Belleville RV Park rezoning (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Finally passed Bill 21-0730 2021 budget amendment for real property purchase (6-0)
• Motion to place Pawn Shop Ordinance on 8/23/21 agenda failed (3-3)

County Council Work Session

The County Council will hold a work session to review a proposed pawn shop ordinance and the 2021 Roadway Master and Safety Plans. The session also includes a proposal for the Ozark Run Scenic Byway.

• Proposed Pawn Shop Ordinance
• 2021 Roadway Master Plan/2021 Road Safety Plan
• Ozark Run Scenic Byway Proposal

The Jefferson County Council held a work session with no formal votes on substantive items. They heard presentations on a proposed pawn shop ordinance, the 2021 Roadway Master Plan and County Road Safety Plan, and a request for a letter of support for the Ozark Run Scenic Byway. The only actions taken were approving the agenda and adjourning.

• Approved agenda as presented (6-0, Perry absent)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:20 p.m. (6-0, Perry absent)

Board of Equalization

The Jefferson County Board of Equalization met on July 29, 2021, and handled multiple property assessment appeals. Most appellants were not present, and the board voted 2-0 to deny changes to their assessments. One appeal was withdrawn, and one commercial assessment was changed per an agreement.

• Approved agenda and minutes (2-0)
• Withdrew TRJ Construction appeal (parcel #24-2.2-03.2-1-014-004)
• Denied assessment change for ALTO Asset Company 1, LLC (2-0)
• Denied assessment change for ARC Rental MSR I, LLC (2-0)
• Denied assessment change for BAF 3, LLC (2-0)
• Denied assessment change for SRMZ 1, LLC (2-0)
• Denied assessment change for ARVM 5, LLC (2-0)
• Approved assessment change for Imperial Grove LLC per agreement (2-0)

Board of Equalization

The Jefferson County Board of Equalization approved several property assessment agreements and appeal withdrawals, all by 2-0 votes. No appellants were present at the hearing. The board also decided not to change Mississippi Sand LLC's business personal property assessment.

• Approved NHP/McShane SAMC LLC assessment agreement (2-0)
• Approved Snyder Family Limited Partnership II assessment agreement (2-0)
• Accepted Midwest Bank Centre appeal withdrawal (2-0)
• Accepted Lemay Bank & Trust appeal withdrawal (2-0)
• Approved Lindbergh 4700 LLC assessment agreement (2-0)
• Approved No 8 LLC assessment agreement (2-0)
• Decided not to change Mississippi Sand LLC business personal property assessment (2-0)
• Approved REC Investments LLC assessment agreement (2-0)

County Council

The County Council is discussing a proposed sales tax for park improvements and the purchase of real property at Goldfinch Lane and Business 21. The body is also deciding on multiple pavement preservation contracts and zoning changes.

• Proposed 3/8% sales tax for existing park improvement and development (Bill No. 21-0729)
• Purchase of real property at Southwest Corner of Goldfinch Lane and Business 21 for $424,000 (Bill No. 21-0730)
• Pavement preservation contract for New Sugar Creek Road awarded to N.B. West Contracting Company for up to $133,767.19 (Bill No. 21-0711)
• Pavement preservation projects for Northwest Blvd. (Bill No. 21-0712) and Old State Route 21 (Bill No. 21-0713)
• Rezoning request for Belleville RV Park from R10 and CC2 to PR2 (Bill No. 21-0726)

The Jefferson County Council voted to place a 3/8 of 1% tax increase for parks on the August 23, 2021 regular meeting agenda. The council also approved several bills, including a development plan for Nation Wide Turf, a zone change at Browns Ford Road, and an amendment to the public nuisance ordinance. A public hearing on a zone change for Skullbones Campground was continued pending legal review of a protest petition.

• Placed 3/8 of 1% parks tax increase on 8/23/21 agenda (4-3)
• Approved Bill 21-0708, Nation Wide Turf development plan (7-0)
• Approved Bill 21-0709, zone change at Browns Ford Road (7-0)
• Approved Bill 21-0710, public nuisance ordinance amendment (5-2)
• Approved Bill 21-0707, amending Title V, Chapter 500 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda bills 21-0711 through 21-0722 (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0705, designating Route K as Kimmswick Avenue (7-0)
• Continued Skullbones Campground zone change hearing pending legal review

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Jefferson County Council will discuss a request to rezone 22.40 acres at 7575 Skullbones Road from Large Lot Residential to Planned Mixed Use. The proposal is for a multi-use event venue and campground, though the hearing on this matter is continued pending legal review of a protest petition.

• Zone change and development plan for Skullbones Campground at 7575 Skullbones Road (PM21031)
• Request to vacate plats for Huntington Trails Phase 11 (Lots 81-90) and Phase 12 (Lots 68-73) (VR21054)
• Proposed 50'x70' pavilion and multi-use event venue on 22.40 acres

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to conduct tax appeal hearings for specific properties. The board will review appeals from individual homeowners and commercial entities.

• Tax appeal for 4497 Hidden Glen Ct and 5375 Georgia Creek Rd (Rebecca & Paul Commean)
• Tax appeal for 672 Hoene Ridge Estates Dr (Stephen M & Kimberly A Capestro)
• Tax appeal for 1522 Parkway West (Gateway Theatre Corp B&B)
• Tax appeals for Lowes properties at 920 Arnold Commons Dr, 1111 Bradley St, and commercial parking
• Tax appeals for 3100 High Ridge Blvd (Whole Truth Tabernacle) and 1001 Crossroads Pl (TNG Highridge MO LLC)

The Jefferson County Board of Equalization met on July 26, 2021, with two members present (Charles T. Telle Jr. and Karla Fincher) and one absent (Rich Bay). The board approved the agenda and prior minutes, then heard property assessment appeals. It tabled appeals by Rebecca & Paul Commean, Stanley Saniewski, and Whole Truth Tabernacle, denied assessment changes for Stephen M & Kimberly A Capestro, Gateway Theatre Corp, and THF Arnold Triangle, and accepted an agreement for TNG Highridge MO LLC. All votes were 2-0.

• Approved agenda and minutes of July 21, 2021 (2-0)
• Tabled appeals for Rebecca & Paul Commean (2-0)
• Denied residential assessment change for Stephen M & Kimberly A Capestro (2-0)
• Denied commercial assessment change for Gateway Theatre Corp (2-0)
• Denied commercial assessment changes for THF Arnold Triangle (2-0)
• Tabled appeal for Saniewski Stanley & Reichert R (2-0)
• Tabled appeal for Whole Truth Tabernacle United Pentecostal Church (2-0)
• Accepted Agreement of Assessed Value for TNG Highridge MO LLC (2-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is reviewing a request for a 190-foot telecommunications tower and the conversion of a former daycare into a transitional living facility. Staff recommends approval for both projects subject to specific conditions and deviations from standard development codes.

• Conditional Use Permit for a 190-foot monopole tower at 7344 Rovin Acres
• Proposal to convert 5181 Warren Road into Finding Grace Ministries transitional living facility with 8 bedrooms
• Request for relief from stormwater management requirements at 5181 Warren Road via rain barrels
• Request for reduction in parking spaces to six standard and one handicap space at 5181 Warren Road
• Proposed six-foot privacy fence along the northern property line of 5181 Warren Road

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to conduct tax appeal hearings for specific properties. The board will also address value changes from the Assessor's Office.

• Tax appeal hearing for 862 Arnold Commons Dr (THF Arnold Triangle Dev LLC)
• Tax appeal hearing for 2684 Gravois Rd (THF-S High Ridge Dev LLC)
• Tax appeal hearings for properties at 902 McNutt School Rd, 1003 Main St, and 6215 W Outer Rd (NSA Property Holdings LLC)
• Tax appeal hearings for 3850 Vogel Rd and 115 Jacqueline Dr (Sovran Acquisition LP)
• Tax appeal hearings for 1318 Shapiro Dr (Cornerstone Festus LLC) and 3400 Joliet Dr (Crown Castle International)

The Jefferson County Board of Equalization accepted withdrawals for seven property assessment appeals, denied two appeals without changes, and approved one agreement of assessed value. The board also approved 8 residential real estate value changes presented by the Assessor's Office.

• Accepted withdrawal of appeal for THF Arnold Triangle Dev LLC (Parcel # 01-9.0-30.0-1-002-001.06) - motion carried 3-0
• Accepted withdrawal of appeal for THF-S High Ridge Dev LLC (Parcel # 03-6.0-13,0-3-001-001.08) - motion carried 3-0
• Accepted withdrawal of appeal for NSA Property Holdings LLC (Parcel # 10-9.0-31.0-2-001.016) - motion carried 3-0
• Accepted withdrawal of appeal for NSA Property Holdings LLC (Parcel # 09-4.0-17.0-3-002-017.S) - motion carried 3-0
• Accepted withdrawal of appeal for NSA Property Holdings LLC (Parcel # 09-4.0-19.0-4-002-002) - motion carried 3-0
• Accepted withdrawal of appeal for Sovran Acquisition LP (Parcel # 01-9.0-31.0-3-002-006.70) - motion carried 3-0
• Accepted withdrawal of appeal for Sovran Acquisition LP (Parcel # 03-1.0-12.0-3-003-101) - motion carried 3-0
• Denied change to commercial assessment for Cornerstone Festus LLC (Parcel # 19-3.0-07.0-3-002-001.10) - motion carried 3-0, decision letter mailed certified July 22, 2021

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board of Park Commissioners will meet to review officer and committee reports. The agenda includes a status update on the Recovery Act and a discussion regarding Rockford Beach.

• Status update on the Recovery Act
• Discussion of Rockford Beach

Board of Equalization

The Jefferson County Board of Equalization met on July 19, 2021, and made decisions on four appeals. They denied appeals for Michael Wood and Gail P. Jones, approving no change to their assessments. They approved a change for Marktrail LLC, and approved an agreement for OM Festus LLC. Two appeals were withdrawn.

• Denied Michael Wood's appeal, no change to assessment (2-0).
• Denied Gail P. Jones's appeal, no change to assessment (2-0).
• Approved change to Marktrail LLC's assessment (2-0).
• Approved OM Festus LLC's agreement of assessed value (2-0).
• Approved withdrawal of Michael & Margaret Adderley's appeal (2-0).
• Approved withdrawal of Donald J. Greer's appeal (2-0).

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to conduct tax appeal hearings for various properties. The board will also review value changes from the Assessor's Office.

• Tax appeal hearing for 4841 Placid Hills Rd, Arnold
• Tax appeal hearings for properties owned by LES Rental Properties LLC in Cedar Hill and Eureka
• Tax appeal hearings for properties owned by Gilbert H. Schroeder Trustee and Linda E Schroeder Trustee
• Tax appeal hearings for properties in House Springs, including 4497 Hidden Glen Ct and 5375 Georgia Creek Rd
• Review of Assessor's Office value changes

The Jefferson County Board of Equalization approved withdrawals for three absent appellants, denied two residential assessment appeals, and tabled one appeal pending evidence review. The board also accepted 13 real estate value changes from the Assessor's Office.

• Approved withdrawal of appeal for John & Terri Parlow (Parcel # 02-8.0-27.0-4-001-009.01) per email dated July 12, 2021.
• Tabled appeals for Rebecca & Paul Commean (Parcels # 07-3.0-06.0-0-000-020.25 and # 07-3.0-06.0-0-000-020.01) until evidence is reviewed.
• Denied appeal for Carl Fisk & Claire Ferguson (Parcel # 1-9.0-29.0-2-001-004) — no change to assessment; decision letter mailed certified July 13, 2021.
• Denied appeal for Greg B & Deborah A Henricks (Parcel # 03-5.0-22.0-2-001-032.06) — no change to assessment; decision letter mailed certified July 13, 2021.
• Approved withdrawal of appeals for LES Rental Properties LLC (5 parcels) per email dated July 9, 2021.
• Approved withdrawal of appeals for Gilbert H. Schroeder Trustee (4 parcels) per email dated July 9, 2021.
• Approved withdrawal of appeals for Linda E Schroeder Trustee (4 parcels) per email dated July 9, 2021.
• Accepted 13 Real Estate value changes presented by the Assessor's Office.

County Council

The Jefferson County Council is meeting to decide on several ordinances, including a rezoning request for Ravinia Estates and various county contracts. The body will also discuss emergency funding applications and updates to the building and public nuisance codes.

• Bill 21-0635: Rezoning ~75 acres to Planned Mixed Residential (PR2) for Ravinia Estates
• Bill 21-0701: Application for EMPG ARPA funding not to exceed $24,250.18
• Bill 21-0702: $25,000 increase to Sheriff's Office E-Cigarettes 2019 contract with Romo LLC DBA Crossbar
• Bill 21-0703: $15,000 renewal for welding equipment and supplies with Cotton’s Ace Hardware and Airgas USA, LLC
• Bill 21-0709: Zone change at Browns Ford Rd. and State Highway Y from Commercial (CC2) to Residential (LR2)

The Jefferson County Council approved the consent agenda (Bills 21-0701 through 21-0706) and adopted two resolutions (R21-0701 and R21-0702) to correct erroneous assessments. Four bills were introduced and moved to perfection: 21-0707 (fee schedule), 21-0708 (Nation Wide Turf), 21-0709 (Browns Ford Road), and 21-0710 (public nuisance). Bill 21-0635 (Ravinia Estates) was finally passed. The council also voted to place park funding on the July 26 agenda.

• Approved consent agenda Bills 21-0701 through 21-0706 (6-0, Reuter absent)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0701 to correct erroneous personal property assessment (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0702 to correct erroneous real property assessment (6-0)
• Approved Bill 21-0707 amending code fee schedule and moved to perfection (6-0)
• Approved Bill 21-0708 (PC21039 Nation Wide Turf) and moved to perfection (6-0)
• Approved Bill 21-0709 (RCS21051 Browns Ford Road) and moved to perfection (6-0)
• Approved Bill 21-0710 amending public nuisance ordinance and moved to perfection (5-1, Groeteke no)
• Finally passed Bill 21-0635 (Ravinia Estates) (6-0)

Local Emergency Planning Commission

The Public Safety Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting to review reports and conduct business. The OEM Director will provide updates on the EOP, SEMA Regional, and COVID warehousing.

• OEM Director report on EOP update
• OEM Director report on SEMA Regional update
• OEM Director report on COVID Warehousing

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to consider a variance for a mobile home community, a zone change for an RV park, and a revised development plan for a motel. Staff has recommended approval for the mobile home park variance and the motel development plan.

• VR21052: Deviation request for Grand Oaks Mobile Home Community regarding stormwater buffer strips
• PR221053: Zone change from Single-Family Residential (R-10) to Planned Mixed Residential (PR2) for Belleville RV Park on Rusty Drive
• PM21054: Revised Development Plan for Pleasant View Motel Addition at 4301, 4313 and 4317 Jeffco Blvd

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will meet to discuss a variance application regarding front yard setback requirements. The request concerns a residence in a Single Family Residential (R-20) Zone District.

• BOA21005: Variance request for front yard setback requirements at Forest Crest Lots 1 & 2, Imperial, MO

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to conduct tax appeal hearings for specific property owners. The board will also address value changes from the Assessor's Office.

• Tax appeal hearing for 1006 E. Stonebridge Place
• Tax appeal hearing for 6910 Mill Lake Ct.
• Tax appeal hearing for 10452 Lake Crest Dr
• Tax appeal hearing for 812 Horine Rd
• Tax appeal hearings for 14008 Kingsland Rd and 901 Sunset Ln

The Jefferson County Board of Equalization met on July 7, 2021, and voted 3-0 to deny assessment changes for five appellants (Kleier, Glassner, Hill, Peterson for one parcel) and to approve reductions for two appellants (Walters and Povich) as proposed by the assessor's office. The board also approved a change for Brad Peterson on a second parcel, accepted 9 real estate value changes from the assessor's office, and adjourned.

• Approved agenda and minutes of December 16, 2020, by 3-0 votes.
• Denied assessment change for Ernest Kleier (parcel #19-8.0-28.0-0-000-001.32), 3-0.
• Denied assessment change for Jeff Glassner (parcel #03-8.0-28.0-4-001-048.01), 3-0.
• Denied assessment change for Joseph Hill & wife (parcel #02-1.0-11.0-1-001-023), 3-0.
• Approved assessment reduction for Donald & Patricia Walters (parcel #12-9.0-32.0-4-005-113), 3-0.
• Approved assessment reduction for Bruce M. Povich (parcel #19-3.0-06.0-2-006-006), 3-0.
• Denied assessment change for Brad Peterson (parcel #25-6.0-23.0-0-000-003), 3-0.
• Approved assessment change for Brad Peterson (parcel #25-6.0-14.0-0-000-001.02), 3-0.

County Council Work Session

The Jefferson County Council will hold a work session to review county business. The meeting includes discussions on property maintenance and infrastructure updates.

• Public Nuisance Process
• Derelict Property List
• Update of Master Plan
• Update on Old Lemay Ferry Improvements

The Jefferson County Council held a work session on July 6, 2021, where Director of County Services Eric Larson presented on the public nuisance process, derelict properties, and the need for a 2021 Master Plan update. Director of Public Works Jason Jonas provided an update on Old Lemay Ferry Road corridor projects. No formal decisions were made; the council only heard presentations and discussed the topics.

• Approved the agenda as presented (motion by Groeteke, seconded by Reuter, unanimous).
• Heard a presentation on the public nuisance process, including complaint types, stats, and funding options.
• Heard a presentation on derelict properties, including a top ten list and demolition costs.
• Heard a presentation on the need for a 2021 Master Plan update, including census, RFP process, and timeline.
• Heard an update on Old Lemay Ferry Road corridor projects, with plans to post drawings online.
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:17 p.m. (motion by Groeteke, seconded by Perry, unanimous).

County Council

The Jefferson County Council approved a consent agenda of bills 21-0618 through 21-0634, adopted a delinquent tax sale resolution, and moved several bills to final passage, including budget amendments for ARPA, ERAP, and Corona Response funds, a subdivision street maintenance agreement, and rezoning for Ravinia Estates, Raintree Storage, and Wicked Pony Ranch. All votes were unanimous except for Raintree Storage (6-1) and Wicked Pony Ranch (6-1).

• Approved consent agenda bills 21-0618 through 21-0634 (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0606 for delinquent tax sale (7-0)
• Approved Bill 21-0611 for Country Club Manor street maintenance agreement (7-0)
• Approved Bill 21-0612 amending 2021 budget for ARPA funds (7-0)
• Approved Bill 21-0613 amending 2021 budget for ERAP funds (7-0)
• Approved Bill 21-0614 amending 2021 budget for Corona Response (7-0)
• Approved Bill 21-0615 for Raintree Storage (6-1, Reuter no)
• Approved Bill 21-0616 for Wicked Pony Ranch (6-1, Groeteke no)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to consider a final plat for a residential subdivision and three separate land use requests. These include a revised development plan and two zone change requests.

• Final Plat for O’Brien Place Plat Four at Cedar Hill Road and Pete O’Brien Road
• Revised Development Plan for Nationwide Turf Installations at 3157 State Road V, DeSoto
• Zone change from Large Lot Residential (LR-2) to Planned Mixed Use (PM) at 10761 Dittmer Catawissa Road
• Zone change from Non-Planned Community Commercial (CC-2) to Large Lot Residential (LR-2) at Lot 1 of Eagle Wood #3, Dittmer

County Council

The Jefferson County Council approved the consent agenda (Bills 21-0601 through 21-0610), adopted five resolutions (R21-0601 through R21-0605), and introduced seven new bills (21-0611 through 21-0617), moving them to perfection. The council also perfected and finally passed two bills (21-0535 and 21-0536) related to land use. A public hearing on proposed building code amendments was closed with no public comments.

• Approved the consent agenda, including Bills 21-0601 through 21-0610.
• Adopted Resolution R21-0601 to outlaw, strike, and remove personal property tax bills.
• Adopted Resolution R21-0602 regarding surplus/scrap.
• Adopted Resolutions R21-0603, R21-0604, and R21-0605 for nominations and reappointments to county boards.
• Introduced and moved to perfection Bills 21-0611 through 21-0617, including budget amendments for American Rescue Plan, ERAP, and Corona Response funds.
• Perfected and finally passed Bill 21-0535 (District 4 – CC221019 – 2.71 Acres).
• Perfected and finally passed Bill 21-0536 (District 7 – PR121002 Bear Ridge).
• Closed the public hearing on proposed building code amendments with no public comments.

County Council

The Council interviewed eight applicants for the vacant District 7 seat and used a preferential ballot to select Vicky James. The Council formally approved the appointment in a 6-0 vote, and James resigned from the Merit Commission before being sworn in.

• Appointed Vicky James as District 7 Council Member (6-0)
• Accepted Vicky James's resignation from the Merit Commission
• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Local Emergency Planning Commission

The Jefferson County Local Emergency Planning Committee approved spending up to $2,500 for 25 hazmat tech manuals and 2 instructor guides, and approved the CEPF grant application for submission to MERC. The committee also approved the agenda amendment, previous minutes, and treasurer's report. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda amendment adding Hazmat Instructor Materials under New Business (all approved)
• Approved January 26, 2021 minutes (all approved)
• Approved Treasurer's Report (all approved)
• Approved up to $2,500 for 25 IFSTA Hazmat Tech Manuals, 2 instructor guides, and S&H (all approved)
• Approved CEPF grant application for submission to MERC (all approved)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council approved the consent agenda (Bills 21-0516 through 21-0534) and adopted Resolution R21-0509 regarding surplus paid at delinquent tax sale. Two zoning bills (21-0535 and 21-0536) were advanced to perfection, with 21-0536 passing 4-3. Bill 21-0515 (Checkered Flag) was perfected and passed final reading unanimously. The meeting also included a public hearing on building code amendments with no public comments, and acknowledgments of several Community Improvement District annual reports.

• Approved consent agenda Bills 21-0516 through 21-0534 (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0509 on surplus paid at delinquent tax sale (7-0)
• Advanced Bill 21-0535 (District 4 – CC2 21019) to perfection (7-0)
• Advanced Bill 21-0536 (District 7 – CC2 21019 - Bear Ridge) to perfection (4-3)
• Perfected Bill 21-0515 (District 6 – PC21021 – Checkered Flag) (7-0)
• Passed Bill 21-0515 on final reading (7-0)
• Acknowledged receipt of six Community Improvement District annual reports (7-0)

County Council

The council voted 4-3 to place the Bear Ridge Estates development (PR1 21002) on the next agenda as an ordinance to approve, after a motion to deny it failed 3-4. The council also approved a consent agenda of 12 bills, adopted 8 resolutions, and advanced several bills through readings. A discussion was held on forming a committee for federal funds and on the process to fill the District 7 vacancy.

• Approved consent agenda bills 21-0501 through 21-0514 (minus 21-0509, 21-0511) (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0501 re-appointing S. Reneiri to Library Board (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0502 re-appointing J. Crinnin to Library Board (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0503 re-appointing C. Hastings to P&Z (6-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0504 re-appointing J. Scherrer to P&Z (6-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0505 re-appointing Biltmore East CID (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0506 correcting erroneous personal property assessments (6-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0507 correcting erroneous real property assessments (7-0)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council held a public hearing on PR121002, a request to rezone 5648 Bear Creek Road from LR-2 to PR-1 for the Bear Ridge Estates development. A motion to approve the rezoning based on the staff report failed (3-3-1), but a motion to place it under Other Matters for disposition at the next meeting carried (5-1-1). The council also approved the consent agenda, several bills, and resolutions, and received reports on COVID-19 and the American Rescue Plan.

• Motion to approve PR121002 (Bear Ridge Estates rezoning) failed (3-3-1)
• Motion to place PR121002 under Other Matters for next meeting carried (5-1-1)
• Approved consent agenda bills 21-0429 through 21-0446 (5-0-2)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0407 re-appointing G. Bowers to P&Z Commission (6-0-1)
• Approved Bill 21-0446 (telecommunications tower) and moved to Perfection (6-0)
• Approved Bill 21-0447 (RS21013) and moved to Perfection (6-0)
• Approved Bill 21-0448 (amend 2021 budget) and moved to Perfection (6-0)
• Approved Bill 21-0449 (amend 2021 budget transfer) and moved to Perfection (6-0)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council approved several rezoning and development plan bills, including the Avon on Main project (19.65 acres) despite public opposition and a failed attempt to remove it from the agenda. The council also passed bills for the Pleasantview Motel development, Manderley Court, and a 1.38-acre rezone, along with various resolutions and consent agenda items. All votes were recorded with specific tallies.

• Approved Bill 21-0348, rezoning 19.65 acres for Avon on Main development (5-2)
• Approved Bill 21-0347, rezoning 1.22 acres for Pleasantview Motel development (5-1-1)
• Approved Bill 21-0346, rezoning 1.38 acres from R10 to CC2 (5-2)
• Approved Bill 21-0349, rezoning 9.9 acres for Manderley Court development (7-0)
• Approved Bill 21-0344, subdivision streets maintenance agreement for Villages at Arrow Ridge (7-0)
• Approved Bill 21-0345, Emergency Operations Plan (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0406, Second Amendment (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda bills 21-0401 through 21-0423 (7-0)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council approved several rezoning and budget-related bills, including the Avon on Main development plan, despite public opposition. The council also placed a Second Amendment resolution and a Sheriff's pay matrix ordinance on the April 12 agenda. All votes were recorded as listed in the minutes.

• Approved Bill 21-0346, rezone 1.38 acres from R10 to CC2 (5-2)
• Approved Bill 21-0347, rezone 1.22 acres from PR2 to PM for Pleasantview Motel (5-1-1)
• Approved Bill 21-0348, rezone 19.65 acres for Avon on Main (4-3)
• Approved Bill 21-0349, rezone 9.9 acres for Manderley Court (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Bills 21-0322 through 21-0343 (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0302, surplus paid at collector's tax sale (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0303, surplus scrap (7-0)
• Placed Second Amendment resolution and Sheriff's pay matrix on April 12 agenda (7-0)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will meet via Zoom on March 8, 2021, to hold public hearings on proposed amendments to the county building code and traffic code, and to consider a consent agenda with 15 bills, including contracts, grants, and budget amendments. Public comments must be emailed by 3:00 p.m. that day. The meeting will be recorded and posted on the county website.

• Public hearings on building code and traffic code amendments
• Bill 21-0301: Change Order 2 for Whitehead Road Bridge project, $51,969 increase
• Bills 21-0302 to 21-0310: Award bids for equipment, supplies, and services
• Bills 21-0313 and 21-0314: CARES Act funds for small businesses and subrecipients
• Bill 21-0315: Emergency rental assistance agreement with Jefferson Franklin Community Action Corp

The Council approved the consent agenda containing Bills 21-0301 through 21-0315, adopted Resolution R21-0301 for surplus scrap, and moved several bills to perfection or final passage, including Bill 21-0240 (5711 Old State Highway 21) and Bill 21-0241 (2462 Seckman Road). The Council also scheduled future actions on three development cases: PR220066 (Avon on Main) will be considered as an ordinance for approval, CC220067 (rezoning to CC2) will be considered as an ordinance to approve, and PR121002 (Bear Ridge) will be brought back for a limited public hearing on traffic, density, and a traffic fee.

• Approved the amended agenda after removing Items A, B, and C from Other Matters and Item A from the Public Hearing.
• Approved the February 22, 2021 journal.
• Closed the public hearing on traffic code amendments with no comments received.
• Approved the consent agenda, including Bills 21-0301 through 21-0315.
• Adopted Resolution R21-0301 for surplus scrap.
• Moved Bills 21-0316 through 21-0321 to perfection, including budget amendments and the Winter Valley project.
• Finally passed Bills 21-0240 and 21-0241 for properties at 5711 Old State Highway 21 and 2462 Seckman Road.
• Scheduled PR220066 for approval as an ordinance, CC220067 for approval as an ordinance, and PR121002 for a limited public hearing.

County Council

The Jefferson County Council Legislative Committee will meet via Zoom to conduct business. The tentative agenda includes a discussion regarding the Second Amendment Sanctuary.

• Second Amendment Sanctuary Discussion

Local Emergency Planning Commission

The Public Safety Commission of Jefferson County, Missouri, will hold its regular monthly meeting on Thursday, March 4, 2021, at 1:30 p.m. at the Office of Emergency Management. The agenda includes an update on the Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and a cybersecurity discussion, along with routine items like roll call, minutes approval, and public comment.

• EOP update
• Cybersecurity discussion
• Public comment period
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Next meeting scheduled for May 6, 2021

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will meet via Zoom to hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the county building code, consider consent agenda items including multiple construction change orders and equipment purchases, and vote on rezoning applications and budget amendments. Public comments are limited to emailed submissions before 3 p.m. on the meeting day.

• Public hearing on proposed amendments to the Jefferson County Building Code
• Rezoning of 5711 Old State Hwy 21 from CC2 to Planned Commercial (Bill 21-0240)
• Rezoning of 2462 Seckman Rd. from R40 to R10 (Bill 21-0241)
• Change orders for bridge and road projects, including $383,942.68 for Hillsboro House Springs Road Bridge (Bill 21-0223)
• Budget amendment to include Emergency Rental Assistance Program funds (Bill 21-0222)

The Jefferson County Council approved a budget amendment for additional rental assistance revenue and finalized several subdivision street agreements. The council also adopted resolutions for surplus tax sale funds, corrected assessments, and appointments to county boards. All votes were unanimous with District 1 absent.

• Approved consent agenda bills 21-0223 through 21-0239 (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0208 for surplus paid at tax sale (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0209 to correct erroneous personal property assessments (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0210 to correct erroneous real property assessments (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0211 appointing R Lane to Code Commission (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0212 appointing D Melchior to Port Authority (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0213 appointing J Broombaugh to Public Safety Commission (6-0)
• Finally passed Bill 21-0222 amending 2021 budget for rental assistance revenue (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Jefferson County Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on three rezoning and development plan requests. The main item is a request to rezone about 19.65 acres near I-55 and Imperial Main Street to allow a 306-unit apartment complex called Avon on Main, with a related commercial rezoning. The commission will also consider a separate rezoning for a single-family development on Bear Creek Road. Staff recommends approval of the Avon on Main requests with conditions.

• Rezone 19.65 acres from R-7, R-10, R-20 to Planned Mixed Residential (PR2) for 306-unit Avon on Main apartments
• Rezone adjacent parcels to Non-Planned Community Commercial (CC-2) for commercial use
• Rezone 5648 Bear Creek Road from LR-2 to PR-1 for Bear Ridge single-family development
• Traffic signal required at Imperial Main Street and Old State Rd as condition of approval
• 604 parking spaces proposed for the apartment complex

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will hold a regular meeting via Zoom on February 8, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. The agenda includes a consent agenda with numerous ordinances, including road tax reimbursements to Byrnes Mill and DeSoto, IT contracts, and CARES Act reimbursements for small businesses and political subdivisions. There will also be a public hearing on a rezoning application, introduction of new bills, and final passage of several subdivision street maintenance agreements. Public comments must be emailed in advance due to the virtual format.

• Rezoning of 11493 State Route 21 from NC1 to R20 (Bill 21-0221)
• Reimbursement of $6,235.40 to City of Byrnes Mill for road sales tax (Bill 21-0201)
• CARES Act reimbursements for small businesses and political subdivisions/private schools (Bills 21-0216, 21-0217)
• Subdivision street maintenance agreements for Whitetail Estates, Maxwell's 9th, Country Club of Sugar Creek, Lake at Cedar Springs, Shadows II (Bills 21-0218, 21-0219, 21-0220, 21-0136, 21-0137)
• Conveyance of property to Payne Family Homes for Tomahawk Drive improvements (Bill 21-0138)

The Jefferson County Council held a regular meeting via Zoom, approving the consent agenda (Bills 21-0201 through 21-0217), adopting several resolutions including appointments and surplus declarations, and advancing multiple bills related to subdivision street agreements, an easement, and a recycling grant. All votes were unanimous (7-0). The council also acknowledged receipt of the Health Department's annual report.

• Approved consent agenda Bills 21-0201 through 21-0217 (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0201 appointing A. Kausler to Aging Ahead (7-0)
• Adopted Resolutions R21-0202 and R20-0203 appointing R. Conley and J. Huber to NE Sewer (7-0)
• Adopted Resolutions R20-0204 through R20-0207 declaring surplus property (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Bills 21-0218 through 21-0222 (subdivision street agreements, RS20070, rental assistance) (7-0)
• Perfected Bills 21-0136 through 21-0139 (subdivision street agreements, easement, recycling grant) (7-0)
• Finally passed Bills 21-0136 through 21-0139 (7-0)
• Acknowledged receipt of Health Department Annual Report FY2020 (7-0)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council approved a street maintenance agreement with the City of Kimmswick (Bill 21-0111) on final passage, with one abstention. The council also advanced five bills to perfection, including subdivision street maintenance agreements for Lake at Cedar Springs and Shadows II, a warranty deed for Payne Family Homes, and a recycling grant. All consent agenda bills (21-0112 through 21-0135) were approved unanimously. Several appointments and nominations to boards were also adopted.

• Approved Bill 21-0111, City Street Maintenance Agreement with Kimmswick (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Consent Agenda Bills 21-0112 through 21-0135 (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0104 appointing J Bauman to DDAB (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0105 appointing A Merz to DDAB (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0106 appointing G Roettger to DDBA (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0107 nominating D Keeley to Public Sewer District Board (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0108 nominating T Ramsdell to Port Authority (7-0)
• Advanced Bill 21-0136 (Lake at Cedar Springs) and Bill 21-0137 (Shadows II) to perfection (7-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Jefferson County Board of Zoning Adjustment will meet via Zoom to hear three variance applications for setback requirements on residential properties. The board will also handle old business, elect officers, and take public comments submitted by email. The meeting is open to the public via the provided link.

• Variance for rear yard setback for sunroom and pool at 3645 Wedde Road, Barnhart
• Variance for front yard setback for home addition at 8989 Hensley Road, Hillsboro
• Variance for front yard setback for home addition and garage at 2072 Honeysuckle Lane, Imperial
• Public comments due by 5:00 p.m. January 8, 2021 via email

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will hold a regular meeting via Zoom on January 11, 2021, to consider consent agenda items, resolutions, and bills. Key actions include final passage of a conditional use permit for a medical marijuana dispensary, a rezoning for Umbrella Auto Transport, and a revised development plan for Hardy Built. The council will also vote on several contract renewals and a CARES Act expenditure.

• Final passage of Bill 20-1247: conditional use permit for medical marijuana dispensary at 3 Walters Place, House Springs
• Final passage of Bill 20-1248: rezoning from CC2 to PC for Umbrella Auto Transport
• Final passage of Bill 20-1249: revised development plan for Hardy Built
• Consent agenda includes renewal of LeadsOnline TotalTrack system ($8,497) and PowerDMS subscription ($7,386)
• Introduction of Bill 21-0111: street maintenance agreement with City of Kimmswick for Front, Market, Fifth, Fourth, and Vine Streets

The Jefferson County Council approved three bills on final passage: a medical marijuana dispensary (Bill 20-1247 A1), an umbrella transport facility (Bill 19-1248), and a Hardy Built project (Bill 19-1249), all by unanimous votes. The council also adopted three resolutions related to delinquent tax and assessment corrections, and approved a consent agenda of bills 21-0101 through 21-0110. Phil Hendrickson was elected Council Chair and Renee Reuter was elected Vice-Chair for 2021.

• Approved medical marijuana dispensary CU20041 (Bill 20-1247 A1) (7-0)
• Approved umbrella transport facility PC20063 (Bill 19-1248) (7-0)
• Approved Hardy Built project PC20065 (Bill 19-1249) (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0101 on delinquent tax trustee error (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R21-0102 correcting real property assessments (6-0-1 abstention)
• Adopted Resolution R20-0103 correcting personal property assessments (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda bills 21-0101 through 21-0110 (7-0)
• Elected Phil Hendrickson as Council Chair and Renee Reuter as Vice-Chair