Jefferson County public meetings in 2022

County Council

The Jefferson County Council is meeting to decide on the Fiscal Year 2023 budget and various infrastructure contracts. The body will also consider reimbursements for road improvements and several zoning changes.

• Bill No. 22-1220: Approval of the Fiscal Year 2023 Budget
• Bill No. 22-1221: Stormwater engineering services for 2023-2024 not to exceed $300,000
• Bill No. 22-1222: $76,750 reimbursement to the City of Hillsboro for road improvements
• Bill No. 22-1237: Rezoning for Welcome Center – Open Door Animal Sanctuary in District 7
• Bill No. 22-1238: Rezoning for Wil-Mix Concrete in District 5

The Council approved the Fiscal Year 2023 budget and an amendment to the 2022 budget to reflect additional revenue. They also finalized a rezoning request for Pleasantview Storage and appointed three individuals to county boards.

• Approved Fiscal Year 2023 budget and appropriation of funds (6-0)
• Approved 2022 budget amendment for additional revenue (6-0)
• Approved rezoning for Pleasantview Storage in District 4 (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution R22-1210 amending meeting Rules of Procedure (4-1-1)
• Approved appointment of Anthony Sokolic to Developmental Disability Advocates Board (6-0)
• Approved appointment of Cara Pellerin to Developmental Disability Advocates Board (6-0)
• Approved appointment of Joseph Maddock to Merit System Commission (6-0)
• Approved tax waiver for Whole Truth Tabernacle-United Pentecostal Church (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will review three requests for zone changes and development plan approvals in Festus and House Springs. The body will also decide on the 2023 meeting schedule for the Board of Zoning Adjustment and the Planning and Zoning Commission.

• PR122071: Rezone 4 acres at 1800 US Highway 61, Festus to Planned Industrial for Wil-Mix Concrete
• NP122072: Rezone 10.54 acres near Highway P and Highway A, Festus to Non-Planned Industrial for Global Connect Communication
• PC22073: Rezone 0.96 acres at 6225 State Rd. MM, House Springs to Planned Commercial for Open Door Animal Sanctuary Welcome Center
• Approval of the 2023 Board of Zoning Adjustment and Planning and Zoning Commission Schedule

The Planning and Zoning Commission denied a request to change the zoning for the Heartland development to Planned Single-Family Residential. The Commission approved a zone change and development plan for Pleasant View Storage. Other actions included the approval of the meeting agenda and previous minutes.

• Denied PR122068 zone change from Large Lot Residential to Planned Single-Family Residential for Heartland (5-1)
• Approved PC22069 zone change from Non-Planned Community Commercial to Planned Commercial for Pleasant View Storage (all in favor)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will meet to discuss a variance request regarding rear yard setback requirements. The decision affects a property located in a Single Family Residential (R-07) Zone District.

• BOA22011: Variance application for pool rear yard setback at 318 Harbor Bluff Dr., Fenton, MO

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to conduct a tax appeal hearing. The agenda also includes a review of Assessor’s Office value changes.

• Tax appeal hearing for Jacob Steward

The Board of Equalization approved a personal property assessment change for a 2015 Dodge Ram and accepted 11 real estate and residential changes presented by the Assessor's Office.

• Approved personal property assessment change for Jacob Steward (Account # 642536) regarding a 2015 Dodge Ram (2-0)
• Accepted 11 Real Estate/Residential changes presented by Angie Pope (2-0)
• Approved agenda for December 14, 2022 (2-0)
• Approved minutes from November 17, 2022 (2-0)

County Council

The County Council will conduct public hearings regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2023 budget and updates to the traffic code. The body is also considering various contracts for fleet vehicles, IT services, and road improvement reimbursements.

• Public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2023 Budget (Bill No. 22-1220)
• Reimbursement of $40,983.60 to the City of Crystal City for road improvements (Bill No. 22-1201)
• AudioEye software agreement with CivicPlus for up to $7,811.96 in year one (Bill No. 22-1202)
• Denial of rezoning application PR122068 for Heartland in Council District 4 (Resolution No. R22-1201)
• Proposed rezoning of one parcel to Planned Commercial for Pleasantview Storage in Council District 4 (Bill No. 22-1218)

The County Council denied a rezoning application for Heartland and rejected a proposal to amend the Rules of Procedure. The body approved several tax-related resolutions and passed ordinances regarding property sales and election security funding.

• Denied rezoning and development plan for Heartland, District 4 (Resolution R22-1201) (4-2)
• Denied amendment to Rules of Procedure governing meetings (Resolution R22-1205) (3-2)
• Approved correction of land and personal property tax records (Resolution R22-1202) (5-0-1)
• Approved surplus payment to Kelly Simmons from 2022 delinquent tax sale (Resolution R22-1203) (6-0)
• Appointed Donna Pulliam to the Jefferson Community Mental Health Fund Board (Resolution R22-1204) (6-0)
• Approved sale of property to Prime Property Investments, LLC (Bill No. 22-1122) (6-0)
• Approved budget amendment for election physical security and social media monitoring (Bill No. 22-1123) (6-0)
• Approved moving 2023 Budget and COLA bill to Perfection (Bill No. 22-1220) (6-0)

Local Emergency Planning Commission

The Jefferson County Local Emergency Planning Committee will meet to conduct a tabletop exercise and hear a presentation from Dupont. The body will also discuss grant approvals and software data charges.

• 2022/2023 LEPC Tabletop Exercise
• Presentation by Dupont (R. Osterman)
• CEPF Grant MERC Approval discussion
• HMEP 2022 Application Approval
• Aristatek PEAC Software Data Charges

Employees Merit System Commission

The Commission will meet to approve minutes from the August 5, 2022 meeting. The body is scheduled to discuss employee data and a budget update.

• Approval of August 5, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of employee data
• Budget update

County Council

The Jefferson County Council is meeting to decide on several engineering service contracts for road safety and bridge replacement projects. The body will also consider labor agreements, budget amendments for election security, and board appointments.

• Contract with Horner & Shifrin, Inc. for Flucom Road Safety Improvement Project not to exceed $192,775.12
• Contract with Structures, Inc. for Harmony Hills Drive Bridge over Pomme Creek Replacement not to exceed $222,455.63
• Contract with Horner & Shifrin, Inc. for Old Highway M Safety Improvement Project not to exceed $166,392.12
• Proposed budget amendment for physical security services and social media threat monitoring for elections
• Appointment of Randall Starkey to the Developmental Disability Advocates and reappointment of Tony Becker to the Merit System Commission

The Council approved a consent agenda containing Bills 22-1114 through 22-1121 and reappointed two members to county commissions. Two new bills regarding a property sale and a budget amendment were introduced and moved to perfection. The journal for the November 14 regular meeting was denied.

• Approved Bills 22-1114 through 22-1121 on Consent Agenda (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution R22-1119 to reappoint Randall Starkey as Developmental Disability Advocate (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution R22-1120 to reappoint Tony Becker to Employee Merit System Commission (5-0)
• Approved Bill 22-1122 to allow Delinquent Tax Trustee to sell property to Prime Investments, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Bill 22-1123 to authorize an amendment of the 2022 Budget (5-0)
• Denied approval of the November 14, 2022, Regular Meeting Journal (3-2)
• Approved November 9, 2022, Work Session Journal (5-0)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to conduct a tax appeal hearing. The agenda also includes a review of Assessor’s Office value changes.

• Tax appeal hearing
• Assessor’s Office value changes

The Board of Equalization met on November 17, 2022, and approved six residential real estate value changes presented by the Assessor's Office. The board also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the October 24, 2022, meeting.

• Approved agenda for November 17, 2022 (2-0)
• Approved October 24, 2022 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Accepted 6 Real Estate/Residential value changes (2-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing proposed amendments to the Unified Development Order and two specific zone change requests. The body is considering a residential development plan for Heartland and a commercial plan for Pleasant View Storage.

• Proposed amendments to Title V, Chapter 400 of the Code of Ordinances (Unified Development Order)
• Zone change request for 9988 Zion Church Road from Large Lot Residential (LR-2) to Planned Single-Family Residential (PR-1) for Heartland (303 lots, 348 units)
• Zone change request for 4325 Jeffco Blvd. from Non-Planned Community Commercial (CC-2) to Planned Commercial (PC) for Pleasant View Storage
• Proposed UDO changes regarding medical marijuana dispensary hours (9:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M.) and drive-through prohibitions
• Proposed UDO landscaping updates including parking lot tree requirements for lots accommodating 30 or more cars

County Council

The Jefferson County Council is meeting to vote on several ordinances, including a conditional use permit for a 255-foot telecommunication tower. The body will also consider various contract change orders for public works and multiple board appointments.

• Bill No. 22-1035: Conditional use permit for a 255-foot telecommunication tower in Council District 1
• Bill No. 22-1101: $6,364.85 change order for 2022 Subdivision PSP and Crack Seal Program with Parking Lot Maintenance LLC
• Bill No. 22-1103: Reimbursement to the City of Olympian Village for road improvement sales tax
• Bill No. 22-1104: Acceptance of Missouri Department of Public Safety 2023 State Drug Force Task Force Grant
• Resolution No. R22-1111: Denial of rezoning application PM22066 for New Hope Outreach Center

The County Council voted to deny a rezoning application for the New Hope Outreach Center. Other actions included approving several board appointments, authorizing the removal of uncollectable tax bills, and approving a conditional use permit for a telecommunications tower.

• Denied rezoning of parcel from Single Family Residential to Planned Mixed Use for New Hope Outreach Center (3-2)
• Approved conditional use permit for a 255-foot telecommunication tower in District 1
• Appointed Leslie Hanson and Shelly Schlueter to the Community Mental Health Fund Board
• Appointed Alicia Peters and Michael Sekelsky to the Board of Parks Commissioners
• Appointed Johnathan Sparks to the Planning and Zoning Commission
• Appointed Andrew Sides to the Public Safety Commission
• Authorized Collector of Revenue to remove personal property tax bills over three years old or otherwise uncollectable
• Approved payment of surplus from delinquent tax sales to Lake Wauwanoka, Inc, heirs of Stanley & Rita Fallert, and estate of C. Finn Sheehan

Local Emergency Planning Commission

The Public Safety Commission will meet to review reports from the OEM Director and commission members. The body will discuss updates to the Emergency Operations Plan and a countywide mutual aid MOU.

• BRIC update
• 4490 PA withdrawal
• STARRS Update
• Emergency Operations Plan Update
• Countywide Mutual Aid MOU

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board of Park Commissioners will meet to review officer and committee reports. The agenda includes a presentation by Mr. Alexander Litsch and updates on current projects.

• Presentation by Mr. Alexander Litsch
• Budget Report from Mr. Tim Pigg
• Building, Grounds, and Equipment Report from Mr. Vince Guzman
• Program Report from Mr. Craig Luetkemeyer
• Current Project Updates

County Council

The County Council, County Executive, and Auditor will meet for a work session to discuss the proposed 2023 budget. The discussion will include input from elected officials and department heads.

• Proposed 2023 Budget discussion

The Council conducted a work session to discuss the 2023 Proposed Budget. County Executive Dennis Gannon and Auditor Kristy Apprill presented budget details and responded to questions. No formal votes or decisions were made regarding the budget items discussed.

County Council

The Council held a work session to discuss revisions to Section 33 of the Rules of Procedure. No formal votes were taken on the revisions, but the revised Rules of Procedure were requested to be added to the November 28, 2022, meeting agenda.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Requested revised Rules of Procedure be added to the November 28, 2022 meeting

Special Meetings & Emergency Meetings

The County Council will hold a special meeting and work session. The agenda consists of procedural items and a closed session to discuss personnel.

• Closed session pursuant to Section 610.021 Paragraph (3) regarding personnel

The Council convened for a special meeting and entered a closed session to discuss personnel. No substantive public decisions or legislative actions were recorded.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Entered closed session to discuss personnel (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a final plat for a residential development and a conditional use permit for a telecommunications tower. The commission denied a request to change a residential zone to a planned commercial zone for Genuine Lawn Care.

• Approved FP22063, Final Plat for The Villas at Miller Crossing (all in favor)
• Approved CU22057, Conditional Use Permit for a Telecommunications Tower at 44 Silverwoods Lane (all in favor)
• Denied PC22062, Zone Change from Single-Family Residential (R-40) to Planned Commercial (PC) for Genuine Lawn Care (all in favor)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to conduct a tax appeal hearing. The agenda also includes a review of Assessor’s Office value changes.

• Tax appeal hearing

The Board of Equalization accepted updates to real estate and personal property values. This included a general set of changes and additions from June 22 to October 20, 2022, as well as 8 specific residential real estate changes.

• Approved agenda for October 24, 2022 (2-0)
• Approved minutes from August 26, 2022
• Accepted Real Estate and Personal Property Changes and Additions from June 22, 2022 through October 20, 2022 (2-0)
• Accepted 8 Real Estate/Residential changes (2-0)

County Council

The council approved a rezoning from single-family residential to planned mixed residential for the Twin Rivers RV Park expansion in District 1, and passed a budget amendment to cover medical examiner services. They also adopted resolutions on surplus property, tax assessment corrections, and a delinquent tax sale surplus. A motion to discuss private community gate ordinances was withdrawn after legal counsel suggested a work session instead.

• Approved rezoning for Twin Rivers RV Park expansion (7-0)
• Passed budget amendment for medical examiner services (7-0)
• Adopted resolution for surplus property disposal (7-0)
• Adopted resolution to correct erroneous assessments (7-0)
• Adopted resolution for delinquent tax sale surplus (7-0)
• Denied rezoning for Genuine Lawn Care (7-0)
• Introduced conditional use permit for 255-foot telecom tower (7-0)
• Acknowledged average school tax rate calculation for 2022 (7-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board of Park Commissioners will meet to review reports from the program, budget, and equipment divisions. The board will discuss proposed projects for 2023 and a fee update for 2023.

• 2023 Proposed Projects
• Fee Update for 2023
• Big River Run
• New Project Updates

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will review a final plat for a residential development and a conditional use permit for a telecommunications tower. The body will also consider a request to rezone a parcel for a commercial lawn care business.

• Final Plat for The Villas at Miller Crossing (FP22063) at Vogel and Miller Road
• Conditional Use Permit for a 255-foot telecommunications tower at 44 Silverwoods Lane (CU22057)
• Zone change from Single-Family Residential (R-40) to Planned Commercial (PC) for Genuine Lawn Care at Diehl Road (PC22062)

The Jefferson County Planning and Zoning Commission approved the final plat for the Timbers Plat One subdivision, a zone change and development plan for the Twin Rivers RV Park expansion, and a deviation request for erosion and sediment control relief. All three items were approved unanimously with no opposition.

• Approved final plat FP22053 for Timbers Plat One at 2318 and 2262 Prairie Hollow Road, Imperial, with staff recommendations and conditions.
• Approved zone change PR222059 from R-7 and PR-2 to PR-2 and development plan for Twin Rivers RV Park Expansion at southwest corner of Twin Rivers Road and Meramec Drive, Eureka.
• Approved deviation VR22060 for relief from Unified Development Order Section 400.2640 and Erosion and Sediment Control Code Section 505.170(B)(3) for parcel at 5901 Lindwedel St., Imperial.

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will consider several ordinances including a road tax reimbursement for the City of Festus and various service contracts. The body will also introduce a rezoning request for the Twin Rivers RV Park expansion.

• Reimbursement of $171,814.76 to the City of Festus for road improvements
• Proposed rezoning of property for Twin Rivers RV Park expansion from R7 to PR2
• Right of Entry Agreement with Jan LaForest for drainage improvements on House Springs Main Street
• Purchase of mobile data terminals from Turn-Key Mobile, Inc. for the Sheriff's Department
• Acceptance of the 2022 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG)

The Jefferson County Council approved a rezoning application for the Twin Rivers RV Park expansion, moving it to perfection. The council also approved a consent agenda of 18 bills, adopted two resolutions, and passed a budget amendment. Several budget reports and community improvement district budgets were acknowledged and filed.

• Approved rezoning PR222059 for Twin Rivers RV Park expansion (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda Bills 22-1001 through 22-1018 (5-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution R22-1001 to correct erroneous assessments (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution R22-1002 declaring property surplus (5-0)
• Introduced and moved Bill 22-1019 (budget transfer for medical examiner) to perfection (5-0)
• Introduced and moved Bill 22-1020 (Twin Rivers rezoning) to perfection (5-0)
• Perfected and passed Bill 22-0941 (budget transfer) on final passage (5-0)
• Acknowledged and filed treasurer's report and multiple CID budgets (5-0)

County Council

The County Council will hold a work session to discuss the Rules of Procedure. This is the only substantive item listed on the tentative agenda.

• Discussion regarding Rules of Procedure

The Jefferson County Council held a work session to discuss proposed revisions to the Rules of Procedure. Council members reviewed changes but agreed to postpone discussion of Section 33 due to time constraints. No votes were taken on any substantive items; the meeting was adjourned at 8:09 p.m.

• Agenda approved (6-0, with one absent)
• Discussion of Section 33 of Rules of Procedure tabled to November 7 work session
• Meeting adjourned (6-0)

Local Emergency Planning Commission

The Local Emergency Planning Committee is meeting to review the HMEP 2022 application and the Aristatek PEAC Software annual renewal. The body will also receive updates on the current Hazmat Tech Class and Tier II reports.

• HMEP 2022 Application
• Aristatek PEAC Software Annual Renewal
• Update on current Hazmat Tech Class
• CEPF Grant update
• 2022/2023 Exercises

The Jefferson County Local Emergency Planning Committee approved a $1,500 increase for a final tech course cost and approved the 2022 and 2023 LEPC memberships. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved $1,500 increase for final tech course cost (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 and 2023 LEPC memberships (unanimous)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council is meeting to decide on tax revenue rates and various subdivision street maintenance agreements. The body will also consider several bid awards for county services and a zone change denial for the Arnold Apartments.

• Bill No. 22-0929: Ordinance to fix tax rates per $100.00 of assessed valuation
• Bill No. 22-0930: $16,064 increase for Weaver Road Culvert Outfall Improvements with Keeley Construction Group, Inc.
• Resolution No. R22-0906: Denial of zone change from Single Family Residential (R7) to Planned Mixed Residential (PR2) for Arnold Apartments
• Bills No. 22-0921, 22-0922, 22-0923, 22-0925: Street maintenance agreements for Cottonwood Estates, Greystone Estates, Oak View Estates, and Quail Run
• Bill No. 22-0940: Expenditure of American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) funds to reimburse applicants

The council denied a zone change for the proposed Arnold Apartments (Resolution R22-0906) and also denied a zone change and proposal for the Ozark Scenic Byway (R22-0907). It approved appointments to the Selma Village Sewer Board, Mental Health Board, Merit System Commission, Board of Zoning Adjustment, and Public Safety Commission. The council also passed several ordinances including amendments to the county employees merit system, subdivision street maintenance agreements, and a tax revenue ordinance.

• Denied zone change for Arnold Apartments (R22-0906) 6-1
• Denied zone change and Ozark Scenic Byway proposal (R22-0907) 5-2
• Approved Selma Village Sewer Board appointments (R22-0908) 6-1
• Approved Mental Health Board appointment Bryan Roberts (R22-0909) 7-0
• Approved Merit System Commission appointment Curt Stueve (R22-0910) 7-0
• Approved Board of Zoning Adjustment appointment David Getty (R22-0911) 7-0
• Approved Public Safety Commission appointment Kevin Baker (R22-0912) 7-0
• Approved consent agenda bills 22-0930 through 22-0940 5-0-2

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to review a final plat for a 52-lot residential subdivision and a zone change for an RV park expansion. The body will also consider a request for a deviation regarding erosion and stormwater codes.

• Final Plat for The Timbers Plat One (52 lots) at 2318 and 2262 Prairie Hollow Road
• Zone change and development plan for Twin Rivers RV Park Expansion at Twin Rivers Road and Meramec Drive
• Deviation request for 5901 Lindwedel St. regarding Unified Development Order and Stormwater Code

The Jefferson County Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to deny a request to rezone land at 3129 Miller Road from Single-Family Residential (R-7) to Planned Mixed Residential (PR-2) for the Arnold Apartments development. The commission also unanimously approved a preliminary plat for Antonia Ridge Estates on Old Antonia Road and a revised development plan for Wow Entertainment on Fiedler Lane, both subject to staff recommendations. The meeting included public testimony on all three items.

• Denied PR222045: zone change and development plan for Arnold Apartments (5-0)
• Approved PP22050: preliminary plat for Antonia Ridge Estates (5-0)
• Approved PC22052: revised development plan for Wow Entertainment (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board of Park Commissioners will meet to review reports from the program, budget, and equipment divisions. The board will discuss updates for new projects and proposed projects for 2023. The agenda also includes a discussion on the Big River Run and fee updates for 2023.

• 2023 Proposed Projects
• Fee Update for 2023
• Big River Run
• New Project Updates

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will hold public hearings to set the 2022 tax levy for general revenue, parks, police, and roads. The body will also consider various road maintenance agreements, bid awards for county services, and a rezoning request for 3220 Baisch Rd.

• Public hearing to set 2022 tax levy for General Revenue, Parks, Police, and Special Road & Bridge Fund
• Public hearing on petition to vacate a roadway easement at Cedar Heights Annex
• Final passage of Bill No. 22-0835 to rezone 3220 Baisch Rd from Community Commercial to Large Lot Residential
• Right of Entry agreements for culvert replacement and road repairs on Fox Glen Road
• Application for US DOT 'Safe Streets And Roads For All' discretionary grant

The council gave final passage to a rezoning of property in District 6 from Non-Planned Community Commercial to Large Lot Residential (Bill 22-0835, unanimous). They also approved a consent agenda of 19 bills, introduced and advanced several subdivision street maintenance agreements, and voted to add a resolution rejecting the Ozark Run Scenic Byway proposal to a future agenda. A public hearing was held on vacating a roadway easement in Cedar Heights Annex and on setting the 2022 tax levy, but no decisions were made on those items at this meeting.

• Final passage of rezoning from commercial to large lot residential in District 6 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including 19 bills (22-0901 through 22-0919) (6-0-1 abstention)
• Adopted resolution declaring certain property surplus/scrap (R22-0901, unanimous)
• Adopted resolution declaring additional property surplus/scrap (R22-0902, unanimous)
• Adopted resolution determining surplus paid at delinquent tax sale (R22-0903, unanimous)
• Adopted resolution transferring surplus truck to Christian County (R22-0905, unanimous)
• Introduced and advanced to perfection bill amending County Employees Merit System (22-0920, unanimous)
• Voted to add resolution rejecting Ozark Run Scenic Byway proposal to next agenda (5-2)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will hold a work session to discuss two specific items of county business. The session includes scheduled time for Guardian ad Litem (GAL) attorneys and the MU Extension Council.

• Discussion of Guardian ad Litem (GAL) attorneys
• Discussion of MU Extension Council

The County Council held a work session with no votes on ordinances or contracts. Members heard public comments on a proposed guardian ad litem contract and fee increase, and on the MU Extension program. The meeting was entirely informational; no decisions were made.

• No substantive decisions were made; the session was for public input only

Local Emergency Planning Commission

The Jefferson County Public Safety Commission is meeting to review reports on the August flood and hazardous materials. The body will discuss updates to the Emergency Operations Plan and a new memorandum of understanding for countywide resource sharing.

• Countywide Resource Sharing MOU
• Emergency Operations Plan update
• August Flood report
• Hazardous Materials Flow Study
• STARRS updates regarding funding and training

Board of Equalization

The Jefferson County Board of Equalization met on August 26, 2022, and approved a single commercial property value change presented by the Assessor's Office. The board voted 2-0 to accept the value split determination between Crystal City School District and Jefferson R-VII School District. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Approved agenda for August 26, 2022 (2-0)
• Approved minutes of August 17, 2022 (2-0)
• Approved 1 commercial value split between Crystal City School District and Jefferson R-VII School District (2-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 1:04 p.m. (2-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Jefferson County Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to deny a zone change and development plan for the proposed Arnold Apartments at 3129 Miller Road, Arnold. The commission also approved the preliminary plat for Antonia Ridge Estates in Imperial and a revised development plan for Wow Entertainment in Fenton. All decisions were made with unanimous votes.

• Denied PR222045: zone change from R-7 to PR-2 and development plan for Arnold Apartments (motion by Adkins, second by Hastings, carried unanimously)
• Approved PP22050: preliminary plat for Antonia Ridge Estates at 6017 Old Antonia Road, Imperial, with staff recommendations (motion by Tuggle, second by Adkins, carried unanimously)
• Approved PC22052: revised development plan for Wow Entertainment at 130 Fiedler Lane, Fenton, with staff recommendations (motion by Hastings, second by Huskey, carried unanimously)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2023-2027 Five-Year Capital Program and Strategic Plan. The body is also considering several grant acceptances, equipment purchases, and zoning changes.

• Contract for 2022 Subdivision PCC Panel Replacement awarded to E. Meier Contracting, Inc. for up to $651,600.00
• CDBG-CV Microenterprise Business Grant Program providing $10,000.00 per applicant
• Purchase of one John Deere 60G Compact Excavator from McCoy Construction & Forestry
• Proposed rezoning of 3220 Baisch Rd from Community Commercial (CC2) to Large Lot Residential (LR2)
• Final passage of rezoning 5.62 acres from Single-Family Residential (R20) to Community Commercial (CC2) in District 3

The Jefferson County Council adopted Resolution R22-0803, the 2023-2027 Five-Year Capital Program and Strategic Plan, with a 6-1 vote (District 4 voted no, District 2 abstained). The council also approved several other resolutions, including payments from a delinquent tax sale and reappointments to boards. A rezoning application was introduced and moved to perfection, and another rezoning was finally passed. The meeting included public comments on road resurfacing and homelessness, but no substantive action was taken on those topics.

• Adopted 2023-2027 Five-Year Capital Program and Strategic Plan (6-1, 1 abstention)
• Approved payment of surplus property from delinquent tax sale (7-0)
• Reappointed Mark Mertens to Community Mental Health Fund Board (7-0)
• Reappointed Clint Freeman to Community Mental Health Fund Board (7-0)
• Reappointed Clint Freeman to High Ridge Commons CID (7-0)
• Introduced and moved to perfection rezoning RS22048 to Large Lot Residential (7-0)
• Finally passed rezoning CC222046 to Non-Planned Community Commercial (7-0)
• Acknowledged Treasurer's Monthly Settlement and Financial Report for June 2022 (7-0)

Special Meetings & Emergency Meetings

The Jefferson County Council is holding a special meeting to address a vacancy in the District 5 Council position. The body will consider the nomination and appointment of Scott Seek to this role.

• Consideration of seating Scott Seek for the vacant District #5 Council position
• Order No. 01-08.22.22 regarding the nomination and appointment of Scott Seek
• Swearing in of the new District #5 member

The Jefferson County Council appointed Scott Seek to fill the vacant District 5 council position. The motion passed 5-0 with one member absent and one seat vacant. Seek was sworn in immediately after the vote.

• Appointed Scott Seek to fill the vacant District 5 council seat (5-0, 1 absent)

Board of Equalization

The Jefferson County Board of Equalization approved 7 real estate/commercial property value changes presented by the Assessor's Office. The board also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting. No other business was conducted.

• Approved 7 real estate/commercial value changes (2-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (2-0)
• Approved minutes of July 25, 2022 meeting (2-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Jefferson County Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zone change for parcel 23-5.0-21.0-0-000-015 at 3220 Baisch Drive, DeSoto, from Non-Planned Community Commercial (CC-2) to Large-Lot Residential (LR-2). The motion carried unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included approval of the agenda, minutes, and exhibits.

• Approved zone change RS22048 from CC-2 to LR-2 at 3220 Baisch Drive (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 14, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted exhibits A, B, and C (unanimous)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council is reviewing several public works contracts and change orders for road safety and culvert projects. The body is also considering tax revenue sharing reimbursements for the cities of DeSoto, Festus, Olympian Village, and Crystal City.

• Contract for Weaver Road Culvert Outfall Improvements to Keeley Construction Group, Inc. up to $154,284.00
• Change Order No. 2 for East Rock Creek Road Safety Improvements with Pace Construction Company, LLC for an increase of $135,622.60
• Proposed rezoning of 5.62 acres in Council District 3 from Single-Family Residential (R20) to Non-Planned Community Commercial (CC2)
• Tax revenue sharing reimbursements for road improvements to DeSoto, Festus, Olympian Village, and Crystal City
• Budget amendments for 2020 recycling grant funds and the purchase of two electric 3-wheel drive systems

The Jefferson County Council approved a consent agenda of 17 bills, adopted two resolutions, introduced and moved a rezoning application to perfection, and gave final passage to two budget amendments. All votes were unanimous among the six members present, with District 2 absent and District 5 vacant.

• Approved consent agenda Bills 22-0801 through 22-0817 (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution R22-0801 to correct erroneous personal property assessments (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution R22-0802 for payment of surplus property from delinquent tax sale (6-0)
• Introduced and moved Bill 22-0818 (rezoning to non-planned community commercial) to perfection (6-0)
• Approved Bill 22-0738 (2022 budget amendment for recycling grant funds) for final passage (6-0)
• Approved Bill 22-0739 (2022 budget amendment for drug forfeiture funds) for final passage (6-0)
• Acknowledged receipt of Treasurer's May 2022 financial report and placed on file (6-0)

Employees Merit System Commission

The County Employees’ Merit System Commission is meeting to conduct regular business. The agenda includes the approval of previous meeting minutes and a discussion on updating job descriptions.

• Approval of July 8, 2022 meeting minutes
• Job Description Update

Local Emergency Planning Commission

The Local Emergency Planning Committee is meeting to discuss hazardous materials training and grants. The body will consider approvals for instructor payments and meal expenses related to a Hazmat Tech Practical Exercise Day.

• Presentation by Dupont (R. Osterman)
• Approval of training meal expenses and instructor payment for Hazmat Tech Practical Exercise Day
• Approval for instructor hours payment for Hazmat Tech Class
• Discussion of CEPF Grant and MERC/HMEP OPS Course
• Review of Flow Study

Board of Equalization

The Jefferson County Board of Equalization heard two commercial property appeals. It voted 3-0 to deny MetalTek's request to change its assessment, and voted 3-0 to lower the Reflections Equestrian Center assessment to the appraisal amount and reclassify several structures to agricultural. Decision letters were mailed certified on July 26, 2022.

• Denied MetalTek assessment change (3-0)
• Approved Reflections Equestrian Center assessment reduction and agricultural reclassification (3-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved July 21, 2022 minutes (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:08 p.m. (3-0)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council is meeting to vote on several public works contracts, including bridge and culvert projects. The body will also discuss budget amendments and a new county roadway safety plan.

• Bill 22-0726: Awarding Sycamore Lane Bridge Replacement to C-Hill Civil Contractors, Inc. for up to $868,084.25
• Bill 22-0727: Change Order No. 2 for Northern Lights Drive Culvert Replacement with Jokerst, Inc. for $2,462.00
• Resolution R22-0704: Establishment of a County Roadway Safety Plan
• Bill 22-0731: Acceptance of the 2022 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant
• Bill 22-0737: Use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to reimburse approved applicants

The Council adopted a County Roadway Safety Plan and a resolution correcting erroneous personal property assessments, and passed ordinances renewing conflict-of-interest disclosure rules and amending utility facility provisions. It also approved consent agenda bills and introduced two budget amendments. All votes were unanimous with one vacant seat.

• Adopted Resolution R22-0704 establishing a County Roadway Safety Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R22-0705 to correct erroneous personal property assessments (unanimous)
• Finally passed Bill 22-0724 renewing conflict-of-interest disclosure procedures (unanimous)
• Finally passed Bill 22-0725 amending utility facility provisions (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda bills 22-0726 through 22-0737 (unanimous)
• Introduced and perfected Bill 22-0738 amending 2022 budget for recycling grant funds (unanimous)
• Introduced and perfected Bill 22-0739 transferring drug forfeiture funds (unanimous)

Board of Equalization

The Jefferson County Board of Equalization met on July 21, 2022, with two members present (Rich Bay and Karla Fincher) and one absent. The board denied assessment changes for two appellants (Linda Phan and SCP 2020 Crystal LLC), accepted withdrawals for two O'Reilly Automotive appeals, and approved four real estate value changes presented by the Assessor's Office. All motions passed 2-0.

• Approved agenda and prior meeting minutes (2-0)
• Denied residential assessment change for Linda Phan, Parcel # 03-5.0-22.0-2-001-032.32 (2-0)
• Denied commercial assessment change for SCP 2020 Crystal LLC, Parcel # 19-3,0-08.0-2-012-005.01 (2-0)
• Accepted withdrawal of appeal for O'Reilly Automotive Stores Inc, Parcel # 24-2.2-04.2-0-000-038.06 (2-0)
• Accepted withdrawal of appeal for O'Reilly Automotive Stores Inc, Parcel # 02-3.0-07.0-2-001-005.04 (2-0)
• Approved 4 real estate value changes presented by Assessor's Office (2-0)
• Adjourned at 1:43 p.m. (2-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Jefferson County Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zone change request for a parcel at 4502 Old Lemay Ferry Road, Arnold, from Single-Family Residential (R-20) to Non-Planned Community Commercial (CC-2). The motion carried unanimously. The commission also approved the agenda, the June 23, 2022 minutes, and accepted exhibits. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved zone change CC222046 for 4502 Old Lemay Ferry Road from R-20 to CC-2 (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 23, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted exhibits A, B, and C (unanimous)

Board of Equalization

The Jefferson County Board of Equalization cancelled its scheduled meeting for July 13, 2022, with less than 24 hours' notice, citing good cause. No substantive decisions were made at this meeting.

• Cancelled the July 13, 2022 meeting (no vote recorded)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council approved several items including a rezoning for Emerald Pointe, a zone change in District 7, two subdivision street maintenance agreements, and a 2022 budget amendment. They also introduced two ordinances, including one on utility facilities, and set a special meeting for August 8 to fill the District 5 vacancy. All votes were unanimous with one vacancy.

• Approved rezoning for Emerald Pointe to Planned Single Family Residential (7-0)
• Approved zone change RS22038 from Non-Planned Neighborhood Commercial to Single Family Residential (7-0)
• Approved subdivision street maintenance agreements for Del Haven Parc and Rainbow Terrace (7-0)
• Approved amendment to 2022 budget (7-0)
• Introduced Bill 22-0724 on conflict of interest disclosure (7-0)
• Introduced Bill 22-0725 amending utility facility code (7-0)
• Set special meeting for August 8, 2022 to fill District 5 vacancy (7-0)
• Accepted High Ridge Commons CID annual report (7-0)

Local Emergency Planning Commission

The Jefferson County Public Safety Commission approved an update to its bylaws that removes term limits for members. The commission also approved the agenda and the minutes from the March 10, 2022 meeting. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved bylaw update removing term limits (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 10, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council approved several ordinances, including the creation of the Timbers Community Improvement District (CID), a 2022 pay plan matrix for sheriff's department members, and a one-time market adjustment in wages for certain employees. The council also approved delinquent tax property sales and authorized eminent domain for the Armbruster Road over Haverstick Creek project. All votes passed with 6-0 or 5-1 tallies, with District 5 vacant.

• Approved Timbers CID creation (5-1, Reuter and Groeteke no on perfection; Groeteke no on final)
• Approved 2022 sheriff pay plan matrix (6-0)
• Approved one-time market wage adjustment for certain employees (6-0)
• Authorized eminent domain for Armbruster Road over Haverstick Creek project (6-0)
• Approved delinquent tax property sale to City of Arnold (6-0)
• Approved delinquent tax property sale to Lisa Sells (6-0)
• Introduced and perfected subdivision street maintenance agreements for Del Haven Parc and Rainbow Terrace (6-0)
• Introduced and perfected zone change from non-planned neighborhood commercial to single family residential (6-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to consider a final plat for the Ridges at Tuscan Valley and a preliminary plat for Antonia Ridge Estates. The body will also review a request for a deviation from the Unified Development Order for a property in House Springs.

• Final Plat for the Ridges at Tuscan Valley (FP22042) on Vogel Road in Arnold
• Preliminary Plat for Antonia Ridge Estates (PP22039) at 6017 Old Antonia Road in Imperial
• Deviation request (VR22043) for 6482 Old State Road MM in House Springs regarding Unified Development Order sections
• Election of Officers

The Jefferson County Planning and Zoning Commission approved the final plat for the Ridges at Tuscan Valley subdivision, located on the west side of Vogel Road in Arnold. The commission also approved a deviation request for a property at 6482 Old State Road MM in House Springs, with a condition requiring pavement to be milled and replaced with two inches of new pavement. Officers were re-elected, and the meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m.

• Approved amended agenda (all in favor)
• Approved June 9, 2022 minutes (all in favor)
• Accepted exhibits A, B, C (all in favor)
• Approved final plat FP22042 for Ridges at Tuscan Valley (all in favor)
• Approved deviation VR22043 for 6482 Old State Road MM with condition to mill and repave (all in favor)
• Re-elected Jessie Scherrer as Chairman and Greg Bowers as Vice Chair (all in favor)

County Council

The County Council will hold a public hearing regarding the establishment of The Timbers Community Improvement District. The body is also deciding on multiple bid awards for public works and considering several rezoning applications.

• Bid award to NB West Contracting Company for 2022 Contracted Pavement Surface Preservation up to $1,722,957.27
• Public hearing for the petition to establish The Timbers Community Improvement District in Council District 4
• Proposed eminent domain for High Ridge Boulevard Shared Use Path and Armbruster Road Over Haverstick Creek project
• Denial of rezoning for Barnhart Self Storage and West Elm Place in Council District 4
• Final passage of rezoning for Cross Road Acres (6.16 acres) and Emerald Pointe (23 acres)

The Jefferson County Council denied a rezoning request for West Elm Place, changing it from Planned Unit Development to Planned Mixed Residential Use, and approved a resolution to establish the Timbers Community Improvement District. The council also approved several other resolutions and bills, including a pay plan for sheriff's department employees and a one-time market adjustment for certain county employees. A rezoning bill for a property in District 2 failed to pass after an amendment was rejected.

• Denied rezoning for West Elm Place (R22-0602) 6-1
• Approved Timbers Community Improvement District (Bill 22-0618) 6-1
• Denied rezoning for Barnhart Self Storage (R22-0601) 6-1
• Approved 2022 Sheriff's Department pay plan (Bill 22-0619)
• Approved one-time market wage adjustment for certain employees (Bill 22-0620)
• Approved eminent domain for Armbruster Road project (Bill 22-0621)
• Failed to perfect rezoning for PR122023 (Bill 22-0539)
• Approved rezoning for Cross Road Acres (Bill 22-0538)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a final plat for a 10-lot subdivision and a request to change the zoning of a 4.3-acre parcel from commercial to residential.

• Final Plat approval for Ridgeview at R7 (FP22037), a 10-lot subdivision on 24 acres at 13763 State Highway TT, Festus
• Zone change request (RS22038) for 8085 State Route 30, Dittmer, from Neighborhood Commercial (NC-1) to Single-Family Residential (R-40)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Jefferson County Planning & Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for May 26, 2022, will not be held because there is no agenda. This is a procedural cancellation with no items for discussion or decision.

Local Emergency Planning Commission

The Local Emergency Planning Committee is meeting to approve payments for Hazmat Tech training and meals. The body will also receive updates on the Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and a flow study.

• Approval of training meal expense for Hazmat Tech Practical Exercise day
• Approval of instructor hours payment for Hazmat Tech Class
• Update on the Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and related tabletop exercise
• Review of a flow study
• Update on Hazmat Tech Class progress

Local Emergency Planning Commission

The Local Emergency Planning Committee will meet to approve expenses for hazmat training and review the progress of the current Hazmat Tech Class. The body will also receive updates on the Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and a flow study.

• Approval of training meal expense for Hazmat Tech Practical Exercise day
• Approval of instructor hours payment for Hazmat Tech Class
• Update on the Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and related tabletop exercise
• Review of Flow Study
• Update on NGA Exercise

County Council

The Jefferson County Council approved several rezoning requests and bills, including a rezoning for Cross Road Acres (Bill 22-0538) and a telecommunications tower permit (Bill 22-0520). A motion to remove Bill 22-0537 from the consent agenda failed, and the consent agenda was approved without it. The council also acknowledged receipt of multiple Community Improvement District annual reports.

• Approved Bill 22-0519 rezoning to Non-Planned Community Commercial (5-2)
• Approved Bill 22-0538 rezoning to Planned Commercial for Cross Road Acres (unanimous)
• Approved Bill 22-0539 rezoning to Planned Single Family Residential (6-1)
• Approved Bill 22-0517 right-of-way access (unanimous)
• Approved Bill 22-0518 delinquent tax trustee sale (unanimous)
• Approved Bill 22-0520 telecommunications tower permit (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda bills 22-0521 through 22-0536 (5-2)
• Acknowledged receipt of six Community Improvement District annual reports (unanimous)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council approved several development plans and a community improvement district, including Days Parts Yard, Amberleigh Woods, and the Bear Ridge CID. A rezoning for 8850 Old Morse Mill Spur was also approved. A proposed rezoning for CC221106 was defeated, and a motion to reconsider it failed.

• Approved Days Parts Yard development plan and rezoning to Planned Industrial (5-2)
• Approved Amberleigh Woods development plan (5-2)
• Approved Bear Ridge Community Improvement District creation (6-1)
• Approved rezoning 8850 Old Morse Mill Spur to Single Family Residential (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 budget amendment for full-time Intelligence Liaison position (unanimous)
• Defeated rezoning CC221106 from Single Family Residential to Non-Planned Community Commercial (3-4)
• Motion to reconsider CC221106 failed (3-4)
• Approved consent agenda with bills 22-0501 through 22-0516 (unanimous)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council approved the consent agenda (Bills 22-0429 through 22-0450) and adopted resolutions reappointing David Crump and appointing Sarah Ross. Several subdivision street maintenance agreements were advanced to final passage and approved. Two bills failed: the Days Parts Yard development plan (22-0425) and the Bear Ridge Community Improvement District (22-0427). The council also voted to delay filling the District 5 vacancy until after the August primary.

• Approved consent agenda Bills 22-0429 through 22-0450 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution R22-0405 reappointing David Crump (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution R22-0406 appointing Sarah Ross (4-0)
• Advanced Bill 22-0419 (Marriott Lane land transfer) to final passage (4-0)
• Approved final passage of street maintenance agreements for Pebble Acres, Sunny Brook Farm, Timber Wolf Valley, Timberline Estates, Tuscan Valley Estates (4-0 each)
• Denied Bill 22-0425 (Days Parts Yard development plan) (2-2)
• Denied Bill 22-0427 (Bear Ridge Community Improvement District) (3-1)
• Voted to wait until after August primary to fill District 5 vacancy (4-0)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council held a special meeting on April 21, 2022, and approved the consent agenda, which included Bill 22-0428, related to a proposed development called Project Redbird. The project involves a multinational corporation planning to employ 500-600 people and would use ARPA and Road Bridge funds. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned at 6:48 p.m.

• Approved the agenda (6-0, with one absent and one vacant seat)
• Approved the consent agenda, including Bill 22-0428 (6-0, with one absent and one vacant seat)
• Adjourned the meeting (6-0, with one absent and one vacant seat)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission will consider a final plat for a 71-lot subdivision and multiple zone change requests. The meeting includes discussions on a telecommunications tower and an RV park expansion.

• Final Plat for Wolf Hollow Plat Three (71 lots) near I-55 in Imperial
• Zone change for 8850 Old Morse Mill Spur from Commercial (CC-2) to Single-Family Residential (R-10)
• Zone change for 3619 Telegraph Road from Single-Family Residential (R-20) to Commercial (CC-2)
• Conditional Use Permit for a 195-foot telecommunications tower at 2526 Plattin Road, Festus
• Revised Development Plan for Twin Rivers RV Park Expansion at 1 Joachim Drive, Eureka

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will hold a public hearing regarding a petition to establish the Bear Ridge Community Improvement District. The body is also considering various bid awards for county equipment and several zoning changes and street maintenance agreements.

• Public hearing for Bear Ridge Community Improvement District (Bill No. 22-0427)
• Denial of zone change for Skullbones Campground (Resolution No. R22-0401)
• Denial of zone change for Royal Hills Apartments/The Villas At Royal Hills (Resolution No. R22-0402)
• Bid awards for 2022 Dodge Tradesman Truck and Commercial Mower 2022
• Purchase of real property for the eastern half of Old County Road (Bill No. 22-0418)

The Jefferson County Council approved the Polo Grounds development plan (Bill 22-0341) on final passage by a 5-2 vote, despite multiple residents speaking against it during public comments. The council also denied development plans for Skullbones Campground and Royal Hills Apartments, and approved several street maintenance agreements and rezoning requests.

• Approved Polo Grounds development plan, Bill 22-0341 (5-2)
• Denied Skullbones Campground development plan, Resolution R22-0401 (4-3)
• Denied Royal Hills Apartments development plan, Resolution R22-0402 (4-3)
• Approved Bear Ridge Community Improvement District petition, Bill 22-0427 (6-1)
• Approved Days Parts Yard rezoning to Planned Industrial, Bill 22-0425 (5-2)
• Approved Amberleigh Woods rezoning to Planned Single Family Residential, Bill 22-0426 (5-2)
• Approved 5 street maintenance agreements (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 budget amendment for deed reading software and letter opener (unanimous)

County Council

The County Council will conduct public hearings regarding amendments to the traffic code and a petition to vacate part of Wayne Drive. The body is also considering various bid awards, grant acceptances, and rezoning applications.

• Public hearing on amendments to the Traffic Code and Code of Ordinances (Bill No. 22-0342)
• Public hearing on petition to vacate a portion of Wayne Drive (Bill No. 22-0336)
• Proposed rezoning of four parcels for Kodiak Equipment to Planned Commercial (Bill No. 22-0339)
• Proposed rezoning of 37 acres for The Polo Grounds to Planned Single Family Residential (Bill No. 22-0341)
• Authorization to use American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) funds for applicant reimbursements (Bill No. 22-0335)

The Jefferson County Council approved several bills and resolutions, including advancing the Polo Grounds development plan (Bill 22-0341) to perfection with a 5-2 vote, despite public opposition. They also approved a consent agenda with multiple bills, adopted resolutions for board appointments, and scheduled a denial vote for the Skullbones Campground zone change request.

• Approved consent agenda bills 22-0315 through 22-0335 (6-0-1 abstention)
• Adopted Resolution R22-0305 reappointing Lynne Edwards to Board of Zoning Adjustment (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R22-0306 appointing Robert Wirth to Jefferson-Franklin CAC Board (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R22-0307 appointing Melissa Ray to Library Board (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R22-0308 appointing Cecil Vivrett to Public Safety Commission (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R22-0309 acknowledging disposal of records (7-0)
• Approved Bill 22-0341 Polo Grounds development plan to perfection (5-2)
• Scheduled PM21031 Skullbones Campground for denial at next meeting (4-3)

Local Emergency Planning Commission

The Local Emergency Planning Committee is meeting to discuss emergency preparedness and hazmat planning. The body will review the annual update of the ESF 10 / Hazmat Plan and a flow study.

• Annual update of ESF 10 / Hazmat Plan
• Flow Study review
• NGA Exercise discussion
• LEPC Training & Exercise Committee report

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will conduct public hearings regarding updates to the traffic code and a zone change for a campground. The body is also considering multiple ordinances related to road improvements, budget amendments, and contract renewals.

• Public hearing for zone change of 7575 Skullbones Road to Planned Mixed Use for Skullbones Campground
• Public hearing regarding amendments to the Traffic Code and Code of Ordinances
• Bill 22-0301: No-cost change order for Old Lemay Ferry Road Improvements with Gershenson Construction Co. Inc.
• Bill 22-0245: Proposed rezoning of 0.96 acres from Single-Family Residential (R7) to Non-Planned Community Commercial (CC2)
• Bill 22-0302: Change order for Intersection Lighting Improvements Program with Gerstner Electric, Inc.

The council held a public hearing on the Skullbones Campground zone change and development plan (PM21031) but deferred a decision, voting to bring it back under Other Matters at the next meeting. The council also approved the consent agenda, several resolutions, and gave final passage to multiple bills including a District 4 rezone and the County Employees Merit System. No final action was taken on the campground proposal.

• Deferred PM21031 Skullbones Campground zone change to next meeting (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda bills 22-0301 through 22-0314 (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R22-0301 for payment surplus to Brethold and Peterein (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R22-0302 for payment surplus to Brethold and Peterein (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R22-0303 for erroneous personal property assessments (6-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution R22-0304 for erroneous real property assessments (7-0)
• Finally passed Bill 22-0245 District 4 rezone to Non-Planned Community Commercial (5-0-2)
• Finally passed Bill 22-0247 A1 County Employees Merit System (7-0)

Local Emergency Planning Commission

The Jefferson County Public Safety Commission met on Jan. 13, 2022, and approved the agenda, but no substantive decisions were made. The OEM director reported on a federal grant submission for an outdoor warning siren study and a two-year compliance requirement for the National Qualification System. The health department reported an increase in flu and COVID cases, with 63% of COVID cases among unvaccinated individuals. No minutes from the previous meeting were available, and no public comments were made.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• No minutes available from previous meeting; deferred to next meeting
• No other substantive decisions made

County Council Work Session

The Jefferson County Council held a work session where Sheriff Dave Marshak and Prosecuting Attorney Travis Partney presented a request for ARPA funds to build a new Crime Lab. No formal decision was made; the item was discussed only. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with agenda approval and adjournment.

• Approved agenda as presented (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:51 p.m. (7-0)

County Council

The County Council is meeting to conduct public hearings on updates to the traffic code and erosion and sedimentation control ordinances. The body will also consider various rezoning applications, budget amendments, and equipment purchases.

• Public hearing on vacating a portion of Cool Valley Drive (Bill No. 22-0242)
• Proposed reimbursement of $47,883.84 to the City of Hillsboro for road improvements (Bill No. 22-0223)
• Proposed rezoning of 9.17 acres for Stoney Pines in District 4 (Bill No. 22-0221)
• Proposed rezoning of 4.21 acres for Siesta Manor in District 1 (Bill No. 22-0220)
• Purchase of a John Deere 544 P Wheel Loader and a Lee Boy Tack Distributor

The Council held public hearings and approved several bills, including amendments to the stormwater management code (Chapter 505) and the traffic code, despite opposition from developers. It also advanced bills to vacate a portion of Cool Valley Drive, rezone properties in Districts 1 and 4, and approve various other items. All votes were unanimous except for a few abstentions and no votes on specific rezones.

• Approved Bill 22-0248, Erosion and Stormwater Management Design Manual (7-0)
• Approved Bill 22-0242, vacating a portion of Cool Valley Drive (7-0)
• Approved Bill 22-0245, District 4 rezone to Non-Planned Community Commercial (5-2)
• Approved Bill 22-0246, District 1 Big River Boat and RV Storage (7-0)
• Approved Bill 22-0247, County Employees Merit System with amendment (7-0)
• Approved Bill 22-0221, District 4 rezone for Stoney Pines (6-1)
• Approved Bill 22-0215, transfer of budget funds (6-0-1 abstention)
• Approved motion to add Council Chair and Vice Chair to ARPA Group (7-0)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council held a work session to discuss individual and district goals for 2022. No formal decisions were made; members shared priorities including charter amendments, flooding ad hoc committees, ARPA fund allocation input, and opposition to the Park Tax. The only votes were to approve the agenda and adjourn.

• Approved agenda as presented (4-0, 3 absent)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:15 p.m. (7-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will meet to discuss two applications for variances regarding rear yard setback requirements. These decisions affect how close residences and decks can be built to property lines in specific residential zones.

• BOA21014: Variance request for rear yard setback for a residence and deck at 6941 East Vista, Hillsboro
• BOA21015: Variance request for rear yard setback for a residence at 106 Froelich Road, Hillsboro

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a final plat for a residential development and a request to rezone a parcel for commercial use. The body will also consider a revised development plan for boat storage and two deviation requests regarding stormwater codes.

• Final Plat for Valley at Winding Bluffs Plat Three (FP22005) with a $250 per lot traffic generation assessment
• Zone change request for parcel 09-4.0-20.0-2-001-027 from Single-Family Residential (R-7) to Non-Planned Commercial (CC-2)
• Revised Development Plan for Big River Boat & Storage - Phase 2 at 2232 Gravois Road (PM21102)
• Deviation request for Siesta Manor Mobile Home Park regarding Erosion and Sediment Control/Stormwater Code (WR21104)
• Deviation request for Country Club Manor Mobile Home Park regarding Erosion and Sediment Control/Stormwater Code (YVR21105)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council held a work session where they heard a quarterly update from Economic Development Corporation Director Todd Tracy and discussed changes to the Personnel Administration Policy. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only votes were to approve the agenda and adjourn.

• Approved agenda as presented (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:32 p.m. (7-0)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council held a special meeting and unanimously adopted Resolution R22-0108, approving the redistricting plan proposed by the Jefferson County Redistricting Commission. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no public comments and no other substantive decisions.

• Adopted Resolution R22-0108 approving the redistricting plan (7-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (7-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review requests for development plan approvals and zone changes for three properties. These include a mobile home park, a storage facility, and an apartment complex.

• Revised Development Plan for Emerald Pointe (44 mobile home spaces) at 4700 Golden Valley Trailer Court
• Zone change from PR-2 to Planned Commercial and Development Plan for Bommarito Storage at 1740 Old Highway 141
• Zone change from CC-2 to PR-2 and Development Plan for Stoney Pines Apartment at 1735 Old State Rd M

County Council

The Jefferson County Council is meeting to decide on various infrastructure change orders, lease agreements, and business grants. The body will also hold a hearing regarding a tax exemption for The Whole Truth Tabernacle.

• CDBG-CV Microenterprise Grant Program providing $10,000 per applicant to seven businesses
• Hearing regarding a tax exemption for The Whole Truth Tabernacle
• Change orders for pavement preservation on Sugar Creek Road and Northwest Boulevard
• Establishment of the Marriott Lane Community Improvement District in Council District 4
• Lease for Juvenile Division of the Circuit Court at 5 Merchant Drive, Hillsboro

The council approved Bill 21-1229, an ordinance amending Title IV, Chapter 405, on final passage by a 4-3 vote, with Council Members Reuter, Hendrickson, and Groeteke voting no. The council also approved a consent agenda of bills 22-0118 through 22-0136, adopted four resolutions including appointments to the Developmental Disabilities board, and passed Bill 22-0117 regarding the Marriott Land CID. A motion to abate taxes for the Whole Truth Tabernacle failed, but the council directed staff to draft a resolution for a 2019 tax exemption to be considered on February 14, 2022.

• Approved Bill 21-1229 (zoning amendment) on final passage (4-3)
• Approved Bill 22-0117 (Marriott Land CID) on final passage (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda bills 22-0118 through 22-0136 (6-0-1 abstention)
• Adopted Resolution R22-0104 (surplus payment to Robert Zaleski) (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R22-0105 (reappoint Dr. Marsha Mertens) (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R22-0106 (reappoint Elizabeth Spaugh) (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution R22-0107 (appoint Diane Daniels) (7-0)
• Motion to abate Whole Truth Tabernacle taxes failed (3-3-1 abstention); directed drafting of 2019 exemption resolution

County Council

The Jefferson County Redistricting Commission is meeting to review amended maps. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from January 6, 2022.

• Review of amended maps
• Approval of January 6, 2022 minutes

Parks and Recreation Board

The Board of Park Commissioners will meet to review officer and committee reports. The agenda includes discussions on a bike trail proposal and the status of a PV rebid regarding electric, water, and DNR.

• Update on PV rebid status for electric and water / DNR
• Discussion of bike trail proposal secondary to horse activity
• Review of grants
• Review of park visits

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will meet to discuss a variance request regarding rear yard setback requirements. The request concerns a residence and deck in a Single Family Residential (R-07) Zone District.

• BOA21014: Variance request for rear yard setback requirements at 6941 East Vista, Hillsboro MO

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several land-use requests, including a zone change for a mobile home park and a permit for shipping containers. The body will also review two requests for deviations from county codes regarding stormwater and development orders.

• PR221092: Request to rezone 4.21 acres at Buena Vista Drive from CC-2 to PR-2 for Siesta Manor Mobile Home Park
• CU21087: Conditional Use Permit for overseas shipping containers at 7440 Briarwood, Barnhart
• VR21090: Request for relief from Section 505.170(B)(3) stream buffer requirements at Shangri La Estates Drive, Fenton
• VR21098: Request for relief from Unified Development Order Sections 400.2619, 400.2620, and 400.4100 at 12125 State Route CC, Festus

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will hold a public hearing regarding a petition to establish the Marriott Lane Community Improvement District in Council District 4. The body is also considering multiple on-call professional service contracts for public works and various infrastructure project awards.

• Public hearing for Marriott Lane Community Improvement District (Bill No. 22-0117)
• On-call architectural services for 2022-2023 totaling $200,000 (Bill No. 22-0101)
• On-call geotechnical services for 2022-2023 totaling $200,000 (Bill No. 22-0102)
• Bid award for Northern Lights Drive Culvert Replacement Project (Bill No. 22-0106)
• Vacating a portion of West Imperial Drive in Stovesand Hills Subdivision Three (Bill No. 21-1240)

The council failed to advance Bill 21-1229, which would have amended floodplain regulations to allow a 1-foot floodway rise, on a 3-3 vote with one absence. The bill was placed back on the agenda for the next meeting. The council also approved the Marriott Lane Community Improvement District, vacated a portion of West Imperial Drive, and elected Tracey Perry as Chair and Phil Hendrickson as Vice-Chair.

• Elected Tracey Perry as Council Chair for 2022 (4-2)
• Elected Phil Hendrickson as Council Vice-Chair (5-1)
• Approved Bill 22-0117 establishing Marriott Lane Community Improvement District (6-0)
• Failed to advance Bill 21-1229 amending floodplain regulations (3-3)
• Approved Bill 21-1240 vacating portion of West Imperial Drive (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution R22-0101 acknowledging disposal of records (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution R22-0102 correcting personal property assessments (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Adopted Resolution R22-0103 correcting real property assessments (5-0, 1 abstention)

County Council

The Jefferson County Council will conduct a work session on January 3, 2022. The meeting includes a 60-minute session with Stacey Ismail, Director of Developmental Disability Advocates.

• Work session with Developmental Disability Advocates Director Stacey Ismail

The Jefferson County Council held a work session where Developmental Disability Advocates presented a request for support to place a tax levy increase on the August 2022 ballot. No formal decision was made; the council only heard the presentation and asked questions. The agenda was approved and the meeting adjourned.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0, two absent)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0, two absent)