Warrensburg meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Warrensburg Council to Set Tax Rates, Adopt FY27 Budget; Recent Meetings Yield No Final Decisions

The Warrensburg City Council meets today, Aug. 24, to set 2026 property tax rates and take a first reading of the FY 2026-27 operating budget. No decisions were finalized in the past two weeks, as minutes from recent meetings have not yet been published. The council's action on tax rates and the budget is the most consequential item on the horizon.

Recent meetings (agenda only, minutes not yet published)

City Council (Aug. 10)

The council considered re-adopting a conflict-of-interest disclosure procedure, establishing a community funding policy, and adopting a public comment policy. It also discussed an Arts Commission recommendation to rethink Maguire Greenspace and a mayoral appointment of Chelsea Everly-Orman to the Energy and Sustainability Task Force (term through April 2027).

Energy and Sustainability Task Force (Aug. 12)

The task force discussed focus areas including energy efficiency, resource conservation, renewable energy, and public trees. It also covered community engagement, residential recycling rates, tree ordinances, and updates to the group's name and website. No votes were listed.

Convention & Visitors Bureau (Aug. 13 and Aug. 21)

The CVB board met twice via Zoom. On Aug. 13, it reviewed the 2026-27 budget draft, a Burg Fest sponsorship application, committee appointments, and a presentation on Veteran's Park. On Aug. 21, it reviewed an amended 2025-26 budget and the 2026-27 draft, considered the Burg Fest sponsorship, acknowledged a board resignation, and discussed a vacancy. Financial reports included MOSIP statements, detail vs. budget, and lodging tax actuals.

Parks and Recreation Board (Aug. 17 and Aug. 18)

Three committee meetings and one regular meeting took place. The Finance Committee discussed the Hawthorne Park Trail project, Park Foundation updates, and budget impact. The Administrative Committee considered a land donation near Shepherd Park, reviewed the fund balance and year-to-date budget, and discussed a policy decision on Hawthorne Park. The regular meeting on Aug. 18 included a financial review, a bid award for the Hawthorne Park Sensory Garden Trail, and a proposed land donation at Shepherd Park.

Arts Commission (Aug. 17)

The commission discussed planning for a Food Art Fundraiser, including sponsorship goals and the possibility of forming a nonprofit arts organization. It also reviewed edits to the Arts in the Burg trifold, planned a Coffee Sleeve Project for World Kindness Day (Nov. 13), issued a call for poetry for Poetry in the Parks, and received an update on the Rethink Maguire Public Art Prospectus.

Coming up

• **City Council (Aug. 24, 6 p.m.)** – Public hearing and ordinances to fix 2026 property tax rates for General Revenue, Park, and Debt Service funds; first reading of the FY 2026-27 operating budget; second reading of a community funding policy ordinance; an MOU with Warrensburg R-VI School District for the School Resource Officer program; and contracts for Hawthorne Park Sensory Garden Trail (Tenoch Construction) and Fire Station No. 2 concrete improvements (Westport Construction).
• **Traffic Commission (Aug. 24)** – Discussion on raising the speed limit on Veteran's Road from 25 to 35 mph between NE 201 and the Cayhill entrance; whether to keep or remove stop signs at College/North and College/Market Streets; adding crosswalks on Holden Street at Grover Street and on Maguire Street at Culton Street; and a resident's request for a roundabout at Broad and Mitchell Streets.
• **Historic Preservation Commission (Aug. 26)** – Regular meeting to discuss the Missouri Preservation 2026 Conference and an update on the Historic Preservation Fund Grant. A separate public meeting will feature a presentation by H3 Studio on design guidelines for commercial buildings, followed by a question-and-answer session.
• **MoDOT Public Meeting (Aug. 27, 4-6 p.m., Municipal Center)** – The council is invited to attend a MoDOT meeting on high-priority unfunded transportation needs in the Kansas City region. A draft list identifies $1.3 billion in annual unfunded needs; feedback is sought on priorities.

Warrensburg meetings: No decisions published yet; upcoming votes on park trail, traffic changes

No decisions have been published from Warrensburg's recent government meetings, as minutes from the past two weeks are not yet available. The most consequential items on the agendas included the City Council's consideration of conflict-of-interest, community funding, and public comment policies, along with a proposed land donation near Shepherd Park and a bid award for a sensory garden trail.

Recent meetings

City Council (Aug. 10) — The council considered an ordinance re-adopting conflict-of-interest disclosure procedures for municipal officials, an ordinance establishing a community funding policy, and a resolution adopting a public comment policy. It also discussed a recommendation from the Arts Commission regarding Maguire Greenspace and a mayoral appointment of Chelsea Everly-Orman to the Energy and Sustainability Task Force (term through April 2027). No votes were reported.

Warrensburg Convention & Visitors Bureau (Aug. 13) — The board reviewed a draft 2026-2027 budget, a sponsorship application for Burg Fest, and a committee appointment. A presentation on Veteran's Park was given by Jerry Franklin. Financial reports covered MOSIP, detail vs. budget, and lodging tax.

Diversity & Inclusion Commission (Aug. 4) — The commission met to develop 18-month group goals, plan for Juneteenth and the Food Fair Festival, elect a chair and secretary, and discuss member count and meeting schedule.

Energy and Sustainability Task Force (Aug. 12) — The task force discussed focus areas including energy efficiency, resource conservation, renewable energy, and public trees. It also covered engaging local businesses, increasing residential recycling rates, tree ordinances, and updates to the group's name and website. No formal votes were listed.

Warrensburg Property Rehabilitation Corporation (Aug. 3) — A special meeting was held to consider approval of the annual meeting minutes from July 29, 2026.

Planning & Zoning Commission (Aug. 3) — This meeting was canceled due to a lack of agenda items.

Coming up

Parks and Recreation Board (Aug. 17-18) — The board's Administrative Committee will discuss a land donation proposal near Shepherd Park, review the parks fund balance and year-to-date budget, and consider a policy decision on the Hawthorne Park project. The Finance Committee will discuss the Hawthorne Park Trail project and its budget impact for 2026-2027. At the regular board meeting on Aug. 18, members will consider a bid award for the Hawthorne Park Sensory Garden Trail and a proposed land donation at Shepherd Park.

Arts Commission (Aug. 17) — The commission will plan a Food Art Fundraiser, including sponsorship goals and a possible nonprofit arts organization. It will also review edits to the Arts in the Burg trifold, plan a Coffee Sleeve Project for World Kindness Day (Nov. 13), and issue a call for poetry for Poetry in the Parks.

Traffic Commission (Aug. 24) — The commission will discuss raising the speed limit on Veteran's Road from 25 mph to 35 mph between NE 201 and the Cayhill entrance, whether to keep temporary stop signs at College/North and College/Market Streets, adding pedestrian crosswalks at two locations, and a resident's request for a roundabout at Broad and Mitchell Streets.

City Council / MoDOT public meeting (Aug. 27) — The council is invited to a MoDOT public meeting on high-priority unfunded transportation needs in the Kansas City region. The draft list identifies $1.3 billion in annual unfunded needs. The meeting runs 4-6 p.m. at Warrensburg Municipal Center, 200 S. Holden, and is for information and public input only; no council decisions will be made.

Warrensburg property corporation pays back taxes to halt foreclosure

The Warrensburg Property Rehabilitation Corporation authorized payment of $1,792.34 in delinquent taxes for a property at 303 Ming Street on July 29, preventing a public auction. The board voted 3-0 to make the payment and is pursuing a judicial deed for the property to begin eviction and demolition processes.

Property Rehabilitation Corporation actions

At its July 29 meeting, the board also voted 3-0 to open a bank account with the Mayor and City Manager as signatories, and reinstated Mayor Bruce Uhler as President and City Manager Schrage as Secretary. The board approved its meeting agenda and the July 30, 2025 meeting minutes, both by 3-0 votes.

A special meeting of the corporation was scheduled for August 3 to consider approval of the annual meeting minutes from July 29, 2026. Minutes from that special meeting have not yet been published.

City Council to consider Maguire Street overlay district

The City Council met on July 27 and is scheduled to vote on establishing the Maguire Street Corridor Overlay District. The agenda also includes a professional services agreement with Burns and McDonnell Co., Inc. for the Rethink Maguire Project Phase 2, a contractor services agreement with SAK Construction LLC for the 2026 Sanitary Sewer Main Lining Project, the sale of city-owned real property on East Young Street, and an ordinance regarding the use of certain charitable trust funds. Minutes from this meeting have not yet been published.

Joint meeting with Parks & Recreation

Also on July 27, the City Council held a joint meeting with the Parks & Recreation Board. The only agenda item was a presentation from Parks & Recreation Director Chris Deal providing departmental updates. No votes or formal decisions were scheduled; the meeting was informational.

Planning & Zoning Commission meeting canceled

The Planning & Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for August 3 was canceled due to a lack of agenda items.

Diversity & Inclusion Commission to set goals

The Diversity & Inclusion Commission met on August 4 to develop group goals for the next 18 months and begin planning to achieve them. The agenda included planning for Juneteenth and the Food Fair Festival, election of a chair and secretary, and discussion of member count and meeting schedule. Minutes have not yet been published.

Coming up

No upcoming meetings are listed for the next 14 days.

Warrensburg City Council to weigh Maguire Street overlay district, sewer contract, and property sale

Warrensburg's City Council had the most consequential agenda of the past two weeks, with items covering a new corridor overlay district, a professional services agreement, a sewer main lining contract, and the sale of city-owned property. However, minutes for all recent meetings have not yet been published, so it is not yet confirmed which items were formally decided.

City Council — July 27

The City Council agenda included several significant items:

• Establishment of the Maguire Street Corridor Overlay District.
• A professional services agreement with Burns and McDonnell Co., Inc. for the Rethink Maguire Project Phase 2.
• A contractor services agreement with SAK Construction LLC for the 2026 Sanitary Sewer Main Lining Project.
• Sale of city-owned real property located on East Young Street.
• An ordinance regarding the use of certain charitable trust funds.

Because minutes are not yet available, the outcome of each item — including any vote tallies — cannot be reported at this time.

A separate joint meeting of the City Council and the Parks & Recreation Board was also scheduled for July 27. The agenda listed a presentation on Parks & Recreation Department updates by Director Chris Deal. No votes or formal decisions were scheduled; the meeting was described as informational and procedural.

Arts Commission — July 20

The Arts Commission agenda included discussion and possible approval of the Rethink Maguire Public Art Prospectus, tying into the broader Maguire Street initiative also before the City Council. Other agenda items were:

• Approval of a reprint for the Arts in the Burg trifold.
• Planning for a Food Art Fundraiser, including sponsorship goals and timeline.
• A Coffee Sleeve Project for World Kindness Day on November 13.
• An update on Poetry in the Parks promotional efforts.

Minutes have not been published, so approvals are not confirmed.

Parks and Recreation Board — July 20

The Parks and Recreation Board met at 5:30 p.m. in Meeting Room 3 at the Warrensburg Community Center. The agenda listed a review of the year-to-date budget and a period for public questions and concerns. A separate Finance Committee session was also scheduled to review year-to-date budget updates. Minutes are not yet available.

Warrensburg Property Rehabilitation Corporation — July 29

The corporation held its annual meeting with the following agenda items:

• Election of a president.
• Election of a secretary.
• Annual financial report presented by the finance officer.
• Community Development Director report.

Election results and the financial report contents are not yet available in published minutes.

Coming up

• **August 3 — Planning & Zoning Commission:** The meeting has been canceled due to a lack of agenda items.
• **August 3 — Warrensburg Property Rehabilitation Corporation:** A special meeting, primarily procedural, to consider approval of the agenda and the annual meeting minutes from July 29, 2026.
• **August 4 — Diversity & Inclusion Commission:** The commission will develop 18-month group goals, plan for Juneteenth and a Food Fair Festival, elect a chair and secretary, and discuss member count and meeting schedule.

All recent meeting outcomes remain unconfirmed until official minutes are published. Readers seeking authoritative records should consult the linked official agendas and minutes from the City of Warrensburg.

Warrensburg boards weigh Maguire Street overlay, budgets, and service agreements

Warrensburg's City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission both had the proposed Maguire Street Corridor Overlay District on their agendas this month, an ordinance that would impose special zoning regulations along Maguire Street. Minutes from all recent meetings have not yet been published, so outcomes are not yet available.

Maguire Street Corridor Overlay District

The Planning & Zoning Commission was scheduled July 6 to hold a public hearing and vote on two items: a minor plat for two lots in Miller Farm Estates at 902 and 908 P.C.A. Rd., and an ordinance creating the Maguire Street Corridor Overlay District. Public comments were to be taken on both before a vote.

The City Council took up the same overlay district July 13, along with a related professional services agreement with Burns & McDonnell Co., Inc. for the Rethink Maguire Project. The Council agenda also listed a public hearing on the overlay ordinance.

City Council — July 13

Beyond the overlay district, the Council agenda included several other items:

• An ordinance amending Chapter 20 regarding right-of-way improvements.
• Minor plat approval for Miller Farm Estates, Lots 6-A & 7-A at 902 & 908 PCA Road.
• Sewer connection authorization for Alexander Commons.
• A master services agreement with CB Facility Services | A Clean Bro, LLC for custodial services.

No vote tallies are available because minutes have not been published.

City Council budget retreats

The Council held two Budget Retreat Workshops — July 9 and July 14 — both scheduled from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Jack Moore Community Room. The agendas listed only the workshop notice with no specific resolutions, ordinances, or public hearings.

Convention & Visitors Bureau

The Warrensburg CVB Board met July 9 via Zoom. The agenda included an action item on purchasing a WCVB vehicle and the election of officers for 2026-2027. The board was also set to review a revised 2025-2026 budget and a draft 2026-2027 budget, with no action planned on either. Outgoing board member Kelly Brooks, who served eight years, was to be recognized, and new member Brandy Wormsley welcomed.

Tax Increment Financing Commission

The TIF Commission met July 14 to hear an annual report on TIF activities presented by City Manager Michael D. Schrage and to elect a Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary/Treasurer. The agenda was largely procedural, with no specific development projects or financial obligations listed.

Historic Preservation Commission

The HPC met July 16 to review June 24, 2026 minutes, discuss the Fiscal Year 2027 budget, and consider a resolution of support for the Cheatham-Phillips House. The agenda also included a Historic Preservation Fund Grant for design guidelines and a listening session with H3 Studio.

Advisory and planning bodies

• The Diversity & Inclusion Commission met July 7 to discuss group norms, individual goals, and develop group goals for the next 18 months, plus review an event calendar.
• The Energy and Sustainability Task Force met July 8 to discuss energy efficiency, resource conservation, renewable energy solutions, public trees management, and administrative topics including community engagement and updates to its name and website. No votes were expected.
• The Parks and Recreation Board met July 14 to receive updates from the Recreation Superintendent and Recreation Supervisors, with a period for questions and comments.

Coming up

• **July 20 — Arts Commission:** Discussion and possible approval of the Rethink Maguire Public Art Prospectus, plus planning for a Food Art Fundraiser and a Coffee Sleeve Project for World Kindness Day on November 13.
• **July 20 — Parks and Recreation Board:** Year-to-date budget review at 5:30 p.m. in Meeting Room 3 at the Warrensburg Community Center, with a public questions period.
• **July 27 — City Council joint meeting with Parks & Recreation Board:** Presentation on Parks & Recreation Department updates by Director Chris Deal. No votes scheduled.
• **July 29 — Warrensburg Property Rehabilitation Corporation:** Annual meeting to elect a president and secretary and receive the annual financial report.

Warrensburg boards set to weigh Maguire Street overlay, park fees, CVB vehicle purchase

Warrensburg residents have a full slate of recent and upcoming government meetings to track, though official minutes have not yet been published for any of the sessions held over the past two weeks. Because only agendas are available, outcomes — including vote tallies and final dollar figures — cannot be confirmed at this time. Here is what each body was scheduled to take up.

Maguire Street Corridor Overlay District heads to City Council

The most consequential item moving through Warrensburg's pipeline is the proposed Maguire Street Corridor Overlay District, an ordinance that would impose special zoning regulations along Maguire Street. The Planning & Zoning Commission was scheduled to hold a public hearing and vote on the overlay district on July 6, 2026, alongside a minor plat for two lots in Miller Farm Estates at 902 and 908 P.C.A. Rd.

The City Council is set to take up the same overlay district ordinance at its July 13, 2026 meeting, with a public hearing listed. The Council agenda also includes the Miller Farm Estates minor plat for Lots 6-A & 7-A at 902 & 908 PCA Road, an ordinance amending Chapter 20 regarding right-of-way improvements, a sewer connection authorization for Alexander Commons, a professional services agreement with Burns & McDonnell Co., Inc. for the Rethink Maguire Project, and a master services agreement with CB Facility Services | A Clean Bro, LLC for custodial services. No vote tallies or dollar amounts are available yet.

Parks & Recreation Board to vote on FY2026-2027 budget and fees

On June 30, 2026, the Parks and Recreation Board was scheduled to consider and potentially approve the proposed fee schedule and budget for fiscal year 2026-2027. The board was also set to elect a President and Vice President and hold a public comment period. Minutes have not been published, so it is not yet known whether the budget, fee schedule, or officer elections were approved.

CVB Board to act on vehicle purchase, elect officers

The Warrensburg Convention & Visitors Bureau Board met July 9, 2026 via Zoom. The agenda listed an action item on purchasing a WCVB vehicle, though no purchase price was specified in the available materials. The board was also scheduled to elect officers for 2026-2027, review a revised 2025-2026 budget and a draft 2026-2027 budget (no action), recognize outgoing board member Kelly Brooks for eight years of service, and welcome new member Brandy Wormsley. Outcomes are not yet confirmed.

City Council budget retreat and advisory bodies

The City Council held a Budget Retreat Workshop on July 9, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Jack Moore Community Room. The agenda contained only the workshop notice with no specific resolutions, ordinances, or public hearings listed.

Two advisory bodies met in the past two weeks with no votes expected. The Diversity & Inclusion Commission met July 7 to discuss group norms, individual goals, and a set of group goals for the next 18 months, and to review an event calendar. The Energy and Sustainability Task Force met July 8 to discuss energy efficiency, resource conservation, renewable energy solutions, public trees management, community engagement, and updates to its name and website.

Coming up

• **July 13 — City Council:** Public hearing and ordinance for the Maguire Street Corridor Overlay District, right-of-way ordinance, Miller Farm Estates minor plat, sewer connection for Alexander Commons, and service agreements with Burns & McDonnell Co., Inc. and CB Facility Services | A Clean Bro, LLC.
• **July 14 — TIF Commission:** Annual report on TIF activities presented by City Manager Michael D. Schrage and election of Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary/Treasurer. Largely procedural.
• **July 14 — City Council:** Budget Retreat Workshop, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Jack Moore Community Room.
• **July 27 — Joint City Council / Parks & Recreation Board:** Presentation on Parks & Recreation Department updates by Director Chris Deal. No votes or formal decisions scheduled.

Warrensburg boards approve park improvements, plan budgets; several meetings await published minutes

A volunteer advisory board approved funding for new benches at a local garden and set budget priorities including a potential Safe Haven Baby Box, according to official minutes from a June 23 meeting — the only local government body in the past two weeks with published results.

Children's Memorial Fund and Nancy Anderson Park Advisory Board — June 23

The board unanimously approved an Eagle Scout proposal to install benches at the garden, with the committee funding the concrete installation. Members also approved budgeting for grants and a scholarship for next year, and approved pursuing a Safe Haven Baby Box for the city in next year's budget. The board denied installation of new walls for the coming year and confirmed Pastor Tyler Uptegrove as speaker for the candlelight service.

City Council — June 22

The Warrensburg City Council was scheduled to hear a presentation on the July 4th Freedom Festival and a facility grade audit report from Schneider Electric. The agenda included votes on reappointing Cody Jolliff and appointing Brandy Wormsley to the Convention and Visitor's Bureau, both through June 2029. A closed session was scheduled for legal matters and potential real estate transactions. Minutes have not yet been published, so outcomes are not available.

Historic Preservation Commission — June 24

The commission was set to review a request for support from the "Save the Cheatham" Committee regarding the Cheatham-Phillips House at the University of Central Missouri. The agenda also included updates on a World War II Heritage Cities Grant and historic preservation design guidelines for commercial buildings, a review of changes to the commission's webpage, and an announcement of Warrensburg Main Street re-accreditation. Minutes have not yet been published.

Parks and Recreation Board — June 30

The board was scheduled to consider and potentially approve the FY2026-2027 fee schedule and budget, elect a President and Vice President, and hold a public comment period. Minutes have not yet been published, so it is not known whether the budget and fee schedule were approved.

Coming up

• **Planning & Zoning Commission — July 6:** Public hearing and possible votes on a minor plat for two lots in Miller Farm Estates at 902 and 908 P.C.A. Rd., and an ordinance creating the Maguire Street Corridor Overlay District with new zoning rules along Maguire Street. Public comments will be taken on both items.
• **Diversity & Inclusion Commission — July 7:** The commission will discuss group norms, individual goals, and develop group goals for the next 18 months, plus review an event calendar.
• **Tax Increment Financing Commission — July 14:** Annual report on TIF activities presented by City Manager Michael D. Schrage, followed by election of Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary/Treasurer. The agenda is largely procedural.

Children's board approves baby box pursuit, while council discusses real estate

A city advisory board has given the go-ahead to budget for a Safe Haven Baby Box, alongside park improvements, marking the most consequential decided action in Warrensburg government this week. The Children's Memorial Fund and Nancy Anderson Park Advisory Board, meeting on June 23, also approved an Eagle Scout bench project and a scholarship fund, while declining to install new walls.

Children's board advances baby box, benches and grants

The Children's Memorial Fund and Nancy Anderson Park Advisory Board unanimously approved an Eagle Scout proposal to install benches in the garden, with the committee funding the concrete installation. Members also agreed to budget for grants and a scholarship in the coming fiscal year and decided to pursue a Safe Haven Baby Box initiative for the city in next year’s budget. A proposal to install new walls was denied for the coming year. The board also confirmed Pastor Tyler Uptegrove as the speaker for an upcoming candlelight service. All actions were taken during a regular meeting for which official minutes have been published.

City Council agenda: closed-door property talks, CVB appointments

The Warrensburg City Council’s June 22 meeting was set to include presentations on the July 4th Freedom Festival and a facility grade audit from Schneider Electric. On the decision side, the council’s published agenda called for votes to reappoint Cody Jolliff and appoint Brandy Wormsley to the Convention and Visitor’s Bureau through June 2029. A closed session was listed to discuss legal actions and potential real estate leasing or purchase. Minutes from that meeting have not yet been released, so final vote outcomes are unconfirmed.

Historic Preservation Commission hears Cheatham-Phillips request

The Historic Preservation Commission met on June 24 with an agenda that included a request for support from the “Save the Cheatham” Committee concerning the Cheatham-Phillips House at the University of Central Missouri. Commissioners were also scheduled to receive updates on a World War II Heritage Cities Grant and historic preservation design guidelines for commercial buildings. No minutes were available at the time of this roundup.

Parks board scheduled to set fees and budget

On June 30, the Parks and Recreation Board was slated to vote on the proposed FY2026-2027 fee schedule and budget, and to elect its President and Vice President. The agenda allowed for public comment and approval of previous minutes. No vote tallies or outcomes have been published.

Coming up

The Planning & Zoning Commission meets July 6 to hold a public hearing on a minor plat for two lots in Miller Farm Estates at 902 and 908 P.C.A. Rd. and an ordinance to create the Maguire Street Corridor Overlay District, which would impose new zoning rules along Maguire Street. The Diversity & Inclusion Commission will gather July 7 to set group goals for the next 18 months and begin planning. On July 14, the Tax Increment Financing Commission hears the annual TIF report from City Manager Michael D. Schrage and elects officers. All meetings are open to the public.