On the agenda: Pacific meeting — data center (Aug 4)

Public Notice posted in accordance
RSMO. 610 as amended
By:
Kimberly Barfield
City Clerk

Posted: Date/Time Posted: Thursday, July 16, 2026

4:00 PM

CITY OF PACIFIC
300 HOVEN
BOARD OF ALDERMEN AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
7:00 P.M.
This meeting is open to the public.

The meeting will be streamed live on the City of Pacific YouTube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@cityofpacific768
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Prayer
5. Approve Agenda
6. Approve minutes
a. Approve the minutes from the regular meeting, July 22, 2026
7. Mayors Report
8. Report of city officials
a. Alderman Lesh
b. Alderman Nickelson
c. Alderman Cleeve
d. Alderman Gass
e. Alderman Bruns
f. Alderman Hoven
9.

Public Hearing
Text Amendment Short Term Vacation Rentals. Amendment to several sections of Chapter 400 to
eliminate the use of "short term vacation rentals" as a conditional use in the NU "nonurban" District
and all Residential Zoning Districts. (P&Z sent to workshop on 7/14/26, Continued to 8/4/26)

10. Public Participation
11. New Bills
a. Bill No. 5332 An Ordinance fixing the Tax Rate for the City of Pacific, Counties of Franklin and St.
Louis, State of Missouri, for the year 2026 and establishing the effective date thereof. (1st
reading)
12. Consideration of Bills Previously Introduced

a.

Amended Bill No. 5330 An Ordinance amending Sections 400.160 and 400.260 of the zoning
code relating to timing of zoning decisions for land proposed for annexation. (2nd reading)
b. Bill No. 5331 An Ordinance instituting a twelve-month interim stay of acceptance of applications
for any permit or approval relating to the development, zoning, permitting, or use of property
for data cents of all size to allow sufficient time for a proper land use study, effective community
engagement, comprehensive plan update if necessary, and consideration of any appropriate
zoning test amendments or other actions. (2nd reading)
13. New Business
14. Old Business
a. Bill No. 5298 An Ordinance approving a Subdivision Plat for the subdivision of the lot located at
1722 Highway N into two parcels and authorizing city officials to acknowledge the city’s approval
of the plat for recording. (2nd reading-Sage) Tabled 1-6-26, petitioner requested this remain on
the table until May 5, 2026. Updated request is until June 7, 2026. 5-5-26 meeting Board asked
applicant to attend 5-19-26 meeting. Board tabled until 7-21-26, tabled to 8/18/26 petitioner
request)
b. Bill No. 5325 An Ordinance approving a Conditional Use Permit for TM Performance Sales LLC to
operate an automobile dealership and sales on an approximate .58-acre parcel along S. First St.
in the C-1 downtown commercial district. (2nd reading) Tabled 7/22/26, applicant asked to
attend 8-4-26)
c. Bill No. 5332 An Ordinance amending several sections of Chapter 400 to eliminate the use of
“short term vacation rentals” as a conditional use in the NU “Nonurban” District and all
residential Zoning Districts. (Tabled at 7/22/26)
15. City Administrator Report
16. Chief’s Report
17. Public Works Commissioner
18. City Attorney Report
19. Operations Committee report
20. Administrative Committee report
21. Planning and Zoning Commission report
22. Park Board report
23. Tourism Commission report
24. Meramec Valley Historical Society report
25. Jeffrey White Memorial Skatepark Project committee report
26. Adjourn
The Board of Aldermen will consider and act upon the matters listed above and such others as may be
presented at the meeting and determined to be appropriate for discussion at that time. The City of Pacific
is working to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act mandates. Individuals who require an
accommodation to attend a meeting should contact City Hall (271-0500) at least twenty-four hours in
advance.

MEMORANDUM FROM CITY ADMINISTRATOR

To:

Board of Aldermen

RE:

Tuesday, August 4, 2026 Board of Aldermen Meeting

Following are my notes pertaining to items on the agenda.
1. The agenda includes the public hearing for Short Term Vacation Rentals that was tabled at the last
meeting. The Planning & Zoning workshop was held on July 28th. They have the Planning & Zoning
officer researching the surrounding areas regarding short-term rentals. These findings will go back to
Planning & Zoning.
2. Board room chairs – Staff has looked into having these refurbished. The costs for the office chairs on
wheels are $ 400 per chair and the arm chairs are $ 225. Currently new the office chairs start at about
$ 127. The arm chairs run about $ 70 dollars, and ones without arms we can get a pack of 5 for $ 152.
3. At the time of this writing, Crosspoint school sidewalk is being poured.

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CITY OF

P acific
July 21, 2026 * RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
CITY OF PACIFIC
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN
300 HOVEN
PACIFIC, MISSOURI
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he meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Kelley. The meeting was held at City
Hall. The public was able to attend in person.

A roll call was taken with the following results:
Present at Roll Call:

Also present:

Alderman Nickelson
Alderman Cleeve
Alderman Gass
Alderman Bruns
Alderman Hoven
Alderman Lesh
Administrator Litterell
Attorney Bond
Lt. Lynn
Public Works Commissioner Brueggemann
City Clerk Barfield

Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was done.
Prayer
Father Nord offered prayer this evening.
Approve Agenda
Motion made by Alderman Gass, seconded by Alderman Cleeve to approve the agenda.
Mayor Kelley asked for any discussion. A voice vote was taken with an affirmative result.
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Nays: none. Abstain: none. Whereupon, Mayor Kelley declared the motion carried.
Mayor Kelley stated we were unable to go live on YouTube tonight.
Approval of Minutes
a. Approve minutes from July 7, 2026
Motion made by Alderman Cleeve, seconded by Alderman Bruns to approve the minutes of
the meeting on July 7, 2026, with the correction on page 8, second paragraph, changing the
word “told” to “tolled”, and page 9 in the motion the date should be 2026. Mayor Kelley
asked for any further discussion. A voice vote was taken with an affirmative result to approve
the amended minutes. Nays: none. Abstain: none. Mayor Kelley declared the motion
carried.
Mayors Report
a.

Approve Karla Stewart to Planning & Zoning Commission.

Alderman Lesh stated this would be a nomination. Motion made by Alderman Lesh to
nominate Karla Stewart, seconded by Alderman Bruns to the Planning & Zoning
Commission. Mayor Kelley asked for any nominations. Alderman Lesh stated a “second” was
not needed for a nomination. Alderman Lesh stated the practice has been that if someone has
served and was not re-elected, they would not go to a committee. Ms. Stewart stated she never
agreed with that practice. Alderman Lesh stated she did vote against someone at one time in this
scenario. A voice vote was taken with an affirmative result. Mayor Kelley declared the
motion carried.
b.

Approve Dan McClain to Meramec Valley Historical Museum & Genealogy Society.

Alderman Hoven nominated Dan McClain to the Meramec Valley Historical Museum &
Genealogy Society. Alderman Lesh stated there are multiple committees who have the same
people, and he does serve on another committee. Mayor Kelley stated he has reached out a few
times showing interest. Alderman Lesh encouraged everyone to step up and participate.
Alderman Lesh continued that several voted against Mr. Presley when he came off the Board.
Motion made by Alderman Lesh to discuss this more. Mayor Kelley asked for a second.
There being none, the motion died. Alderman Bruns stated in the case of Karla Stewart, she
never served on Planning & Zoning before. Alderman Lesh stated he did not think someone
should serve on a committee if they are voted out. A voice vote was taken on Dan McClain,
with an affirmative result. Mayor Kelley declared the motion carried.
c. Former Alderman, Michael Bates Sr. – Mayor Kelley stated Mr. Bates served as an
alderman and on Planning & Zoning Commission for many years. She wanted to offer
her condolences for his son. There will be a celebration of life on July 25th at the City
Park.

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Public Hearing
Text Amendment-Zoning and Annexations. An amendment to Section 400.160 and
Section 400.260 of the Zoning Code to ensure that any property outside the city limits will
be zoned upon annexation and to further ensure that rezoning of property outside the city
limits does not occur prior to annexation of such property.
City Clerk Barfield read the Public Hearing into the record. Mayor Kelley opened the Public
Hearing and asked for any comments.
Jeannine Crider – stated she would pass at this time.
Nancy Watson, thanked everyone for their dedication and transparency. When this originally
came up, she did not understand why the rezoning was before the annexation. She lives next
door to the McLaren’s and she is still not in favor it.
Rachel Maxwell, stated she hoped the Board voted to approve this.
Twila Ashworth, stated she understood why the Board would want this at the same time, but still
has concerns. She did not want this used as a mechanism where the rural area can all be forced
to come into the city.
Jessica Nicodemo, stated she liked what this said, and thought the properties should be annexed
first.
Dana Bowers, asked that the Board please pass this text amendment.
Mayor Kelley asked for any more comments. There being none, the Public Hearing was closed.
Moratorium. Consideration of a twelve-month moratorium on acceptance of applications
for any permit or approval relating to the development, zoning, permitting, or use of
property for data centers of all sizes to allow sufficient time for proper land use studies,
effective community engagement, comprehensive plan update if necessary, and preparation
of appropriate zoning amendments and regulations.
City Clerk Barfield read the Public Hearing into the record. Mayor Kelley opened the Public
Hearing and asked for comments.
Mayor Kelley asked Attorney Bond to explain the Interim Stay of Acceptance. Attorney Bond
stated this language creates a relief valve for exigent circumstances, if the Board desires to hear
it, while determining the regulations for data centers.
Rhonda Brackett, thanked the Board for this consideration. This will give people time to
research. She thought it was a good idea to have the annexation and then rezone, but some don’t
want it at all. She understood the mayor has spoken with Dana Bowers about becoming a
Planning & Zoning member. She thought Dana would be a good fit for this committee.
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Travis Layton, stated this is a huge decision. He appreciated this being brought up. He also
agreed that Dana Bowers would be a good fit for Planning & Zoning.
Twila Ashworth, stated she was in favor of a moratorium and hoped there would be a ban on
them. They do not belong in residential areas. The current applicants won’t do an
environmental impact study. She suggested these data centers be put in run down areas and
cleaned up.
Dana Bowers, stated she was in favor of the moratorium, or the Interim Stay. She thought the
applicant was due the process of being heard, but they do not want them reimbursed if they are
not heard. They deserved to be heard, and put through the process. The Interim Stay is a
necessity of the people.
Jeannine Crider, thanked the Board for the 12 months of Interim Stay. We need to listen to the
experts in the field. They say they are dangerous and should not be near a residential area. She
was very grateful for the meetings that were conducted here, the professionalism, and the
thoughtfulness. She also supported Dana Bowers being added to Planning & Zoning.
Nancy Watson, stated she was in favor of the moratorium and Interim Stay. She thought the
Board was doing a good job of community engagement.
Jessica Nicodemo, thanked them if they moved forward on the moratorium. The residents want
time to study and plan for the future.
Rachel Mawell, stated this moratorium or Interim Stay really needs to be in place. She thought
there also needed to be something regarding the sound in the ordinance book and an acceptable
decimal level for the environment. They need protection. This will slow things down.
Mayor Kelley asked for any further comments. There being none, the Public Hearing was
closed.
Text Amendment Short Term Vacation Rentals. Amendment to several sections of
Chapter 400 to eliminate the use of "short term vacation rentals" as a conditional use in
the NU "nonurban" District and all Residential Zoning Districts. (P&Z sent to workshop
on 7/14/26)
Attorney Bond stated this matter of Short-Term Vacation Rentals was sent to a workshop. He
suggested holding the Public Hearing until after the workshop was concluded.
Motion made by Alderman Lesh, seconded by Alderman Nickelson to postpone the public
hearing on short term vacation rentals until August 4, 2026. A voice vote was taken with an
affirmative result. Nays: none. Abstain: none. Whereupon, Mayor Kelley declared the
motion carried.
Public Participation
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Jeannie Bandermann, stated yesterday was a great day for Pacific with the Big Boy Train
stopping. Red Cedar was open that day with 251 in attendance and $ 1,154 being sold in
merchandise. They also had a tent at the train plaza, where they estimated there was about 4,000
people. At the booth they sold $ 2,705.04 in merchandise.
Next, as a resident she stated she paid for three banners on Osage St. These cost $ 150 each;
she had one for the PHS Dress Room, the PHS Drama Club and the Citizens for Veterans, that
she paid for. The banner for the Citizens for Veterans was found in the weeds on Western Ave,
tore up. The dress room banner is still up by Lu’s Pool but is twisted around the bracket and
damaged. The Drama Club banner is at B & H and looks okay. She requested both banners be
taken down now and given to her. The banners were done by different companies and thought
that might be part of it. She is requesting to be reimbursed or new banners made. She would
prefer new ones so she can put them at the High School. Alderman Hoven stated the city did not
purchase the banners; the Chamber did.
New Bills
a. Bill No. 5330 An Ordinance amending sections 400.160 and 400.260 of the Zoning Code
relating to timing of zoning decisions for land proposed for annexation. (1st reading,
Public Hearing)
Mayor Kelley asked for a sponsor. Alderman Gass stated he would sponsor the Bill. As posted
pursuant to the ordinance, City Clerk Barfield read Bill No. 5330 by title only for the first
reading. Mayor Kelley asked for any discussion. Alderman Cleeve asked if this forced
annexation upon ones that did not want to annex? Attorney Bond stated there is a State
Procedure for forcing annexation, but was not the intent. Alderman Lesh had concerns about the
re-zoning and how it read. There was discussion regarding if this applies to all existing districts.
Attorney Bond stated Item D argues that it does apply. Section 400.160 and 400.260 was
reviewed. He continued that if someone asks for rezoning and is not in the city limits, they
would need to annex. Mayor Kelley asked what the recommendation of Planning & Zoning
was? Alderman Lesh stated they recommended moving forward. Attorney Bond stated as
drafted he understood the concern of being able to accept zoning, the current code in 260 allows
for a PUD outside of the city. Section 160 changes it and makes it clearer, it is to be filed
simultaneously. Alderman Lesh stated this is a new opinion that what the last legal opinion was.
Discussion followed. Attorney Bond stated the current applicant was always supposed to file
annexation. He continued that this is a zoning matter currently. Motion made by Alderman
Hoven, seconded by Alderman Nickelson for Section 3, the last sentence to end after the
word “approval.” Mayor Kelley asked for any discussion. A voice vote was taken with an
affirmative result. Motion made by Alderman Lesh, seconded by Alderman Hoven to
amend Bill No. 5330, Section 3 and strike everything after the word “approval.” A roll call
vote was taken with the following results: Ayes: Alderman Nickelson, Alderman Cleeve,
Alderman Gass, Alderman Bruns, Alderman Hoven, Alderman Lesh. Nays: none.
Abstain: none. Mayor Kelley declared the motion carried 6-0.

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b.

Bill No. 5331 An Ordinance instituting a twelve-month interim stay of acceptance of
applications for any permit or approval relating to the development, zoning, permitting,
or use of property for data centers of all sizes to allow sufficient time for a proper land
use study, effective community engagement, comprehensive plan update if necessary,
and consideration of any appropriate zoning test amendments or other actions. (1st
reading, Public Hearing)

Mayor Kelley asked for a sponsor. Alderman Lesh stated he would sponsor the Bill. As posted
pursuant to the ordinance, City Clerk Barfield read Bill No. 5331 by title only for the first
reading. Mayor Kelley asked for any discussion. Alderman Lesh stated Planning & Zoning
heard the original version of the Bill, drafted by the former attorney. After discussion they
learned that Attorney Bond reviewed it and made changes. His changes to the Bill were then
reviewed. The version from Attorney Bond is what was read and recommended unanimously.
Attorney Bond stated the language changed to a Twelve-Month Interim Stay of Acceptance. In
Section 4 a hardship could be applied for. There was discussion of what needed to be done in
this twelve-months. Alderman Lesh thought it might be able to be accomplished quicker, as
most of the work would be done by the engineer and attorney. Mayor Kelley reminded the
Board that they put in to place to move forward with the current application at the last meeting,
but the public notice has not been publicized yet. Administrator Litterell asked if this was still
the direction of the Board. Attorney Bond stated if the desire of the Board is the same, the
hearing would need to be before the second reading of this Bill. If this Bill passes then it applies
to them, then the city doesn’t need to proceed with the hearing. At that point, they could seek a
hardship hearing. There was discussion on if the fees would need returned, as the city did not do
a service to them. Attorney Bond stated many cities return the fees, but it is not lawfully
required. This does not deny them their application, it is a Stay of Intent. Motion made by
Alderman Lesh, seconded by Alderman Gass to reduce the time period to six months from
twelve months. Mayor Kelley asked for any discussion. A roll call vote was taken with the
following results: Ayes: Alderman Gass, Alderman Hoven, Alderman Lesh. Nays:
Alderman Cleeve, Alderman Bruns, Alderman Nickelson. Mayor Kelley declared a tie vote
of 3-3. Mayor Kelley voted “nay”, and motion failed 4-3.
Motion made by Alderman Cleeve, seconded by Alderman Bruns for the city to NOT
proceed with the hearing for Beltline until after the vote on this Bill was final. Mayor
Kelley asked for any discussion. Alderman Lesh stated we have an applicant who paid fees, we
may all be able to learn something if we move forward with the process. Alderman Cleeve
stated with no regulations in place how are we in a better spot? Alderman Lesh thought they
were due the process. Discussion followed. Motion made by Alderman Bruns to ask Mayor
Kelley to call for the vote. Motion made by Alderman Lesh, seconded by Alderman Cleeve
to continue discussion. Alderman Bruns rescinded her motion. There was further discussion
on the Beltline application. Alderman Lesh stated he thought their application should continue
because it allows them to speak, the people to hear, we can listen, and it gives them their hearing.
A roll call vote was taken with the following results: Ayes: Alderman Cleeve, Alderman
Gass, Alderman Bruns, Alderman Hoven. Nays: Alderman Nickelson, Alderman Lesh.
Mayor Kelley stated the motion passed 4-2; and the hearing for Beltline will not be
scheduled.
Consideration of Bills previously introduced
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a. Bill No. 5325 An Ordinance approving a Conditional Use Permit for TM Performance
Sales LLC to operate an automobile dealership and sales on an approximate .58-acre
parcel along S. First St. in the C-1 downtown commercial district. (2nd reading)
As posted pursuant to the ordinance, City Clerk Barfield read Bill No. 5325 by title only for the
second reading. Motion made by Alderman Cleeve, seconded by Alderman Gass to approve
Bill No. 5325. Mayor Kelley asked for any discussion. Alderman Hoven asked about
approving the drawing? There was discussion regarding the lot. Motion made by Alderman
Hoven, seconded by Alderman Bruns to table this item and request the applicant to attend
the next meeting for questions. A roll call vote was taken with the following results: Ayes:
Alderman Cleeve, Alderman Nickelson, Alderman Gass, Alderman Bruns, Alderman
Hoven, Alderman Lesh. Mayor Kelley declared the motion carried 6-0, and this item is
tabled.
New Business
Resolution No. 2026-15 A Resolution opposing truck size or weight increases.
As posted pursuant to the ordinance, City Clerk Barfield read Resolution No. 2026-15 by title
only. Motion made by Alderman Cleeve, seconded by Alderman Gass to approve
Resolution No. 2026-15. Mayor Kelley asked for any discussion. A voice vote was taken with
an affirmative result. Nays: none. Abstain: none. Whereupon, Mayor Kelley declared
the motion carried.
Old Business
a. Bill No. 5298 An Ordinance approving a Subdivision Plat for the subdivision of the lot
located at 1722 Highway N into two parcels and authorizing city officials to acknowledge
the city’s approval of the plat for recording. (2nd reading-Sage) Tabled 1-6-26, petitioner
requested this remain on the table until May 5, 2026. Updated request is until June 7,
2026. 5-5-26 meeting Board asked applicant to attend 5-19-26 meeting. Board tabled
until 7-21-26.
Mayor Kelley stated she received a call from the applicant’s attorney, who is now representing
both parties, and he is asking for a 30-day extension, and to table this item.
Motion made by Alderman Hoven, seconded by Alderman Cleeve to remove Bill No. 5298
from the table. Mayor Kelley asked for any discussion. A voice vote was taken with an
affirmative result. Nays: none. Abstain: none. Whereupon, Mayor Kelley declared the
motion carried. Alderman Hoven stated he thought action should be taken this evening. Mayor
Kelley stated the attorney they have now represents both parties and is drawing up the
paperwork. Motion made by Alderman Gass, seconded by Alderman Cleeve to table this
until the August 18, 2026 meeting. Mayor Kelley asked for any discussion. Alderman Lesh
asked if administration received an e-mail for this? Mayor Kelley stated she did. Alderman
Lesh thought this should be in writing. A voice vote was taken with an affirmative result.
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Nays: none. Abstain: none. Whereupon, Mayor Kelley declared the motion carried 6-0.
City Administrator report
4th St. – Administrator Litterell stated this project will bid in September. Construction can start
in the fall or wait until spring. He asked the Board for direction. This will take about seven
months to complete. The census of the Board was to continue with fall timeframe.
First St – Administrator Litterell stated construction starts this month.
Alderman Gass asked for an update on Union St. Administrator Litterell stated there was no
budget approved for it. Alderman Lesh agreed, at budget time the direction of this Board was
there was no funding for it. Alderman Gass thought we should still try to move forward with this
and try to keep it alive. Motion made by Alderman Gass, seconded by Alderman Cleeve to
look at the Union St. project. Mayor Kelley asked for any discussion. Administrator Litterell
stated it will create additional engineering costs if we decide to move forward, due to the scope
change. Discussion followed. A voice vote was taken with a failed result. Abstain: none.
Whereupon, Mayor Kelley declared the motion failed.
Chief’s Report – no report.
Public Works Commissioner
Public Works Commissioner Brueggemann stated First & Osage will start tomorrow.
City Attorney Report – Attorney Bond stated his firm has entered their appearance on the
Stumpe case.
Operations Committee Report – No meeting scheduled.
Administrative Committee Report – There is no meeting scheduled. The next date would be
August 24th.
Planning & Zoning – Alderman Lesh stated Planning & Zoning reviewed the two bills that
were on the agenda. The Short-Term Rental Bill was sent to a workshop meeting scheduled for
July 28, 2026 at 7:00 PM. There is also an application pending for a short-term rental for 1980
Hwy N.
Park Board Report – Alderman Nickelson stated the Skatepark was discussed. They would
like to have a joint meeting with the Tourism Commission, Parks Department, Partnership and
Skatepark Committee. They also talked about a fishing tournament at Hawthorne Pond and
Liberty Field. They discussed the matting needed for the sand volleyball court, and disc golf
rentals. Alderman Lesh asked if all those committees could meet? Attorney Bond stated they
cannot meet like that. Mayor Kelley stated in the meantime the Skatepark has been discussed
with the city administrator and the White Family, this will be kept small and the plans are being
made. Administrator Litterell stated the Honor Guard will be there, the National Anthem will
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bedone, the White family will speak, the donations will be recognized and the signage revealed.
There will be no concert or food trucks.
Tourism Commission Report – Alderman Gass stated they have changed their meetings to the
second Wednesday’s of the month at 3:30 PM.
Meramec Valley Historical Society Report – Alderman Bruns stated they are working on fund
raisers and are excited about what they hope to get done. They meet the second Wednesday of
the month at 5:00 PM.
Jeffrey White Memorial Skatepark Project Committee report – pass
Miscellaneous
a.

Approve the list of bills.

Motion made by Alderman Hoven, seconded by Alderman Gass to approve the list of bills.
Mayor Kelley asked for any discussion. Various invoices were discussed. Administrator Litterell
stated staff has applied for additional funding through Land Water Conservation, as the skatepark
project is over budget, due to the delay. Motion made by Alderman Bruns, seconded by
Alderman Lesh to table the Presley’s Glass invoice, the invoices from Motorola and US
Bank. Alderman Cleeve stated Res No 2022-41 approved the handheld radio lease, and we are
in year 5. The US Bank invoice was for the mobile ticketing system. The invoice from Presley’s
Glass is for the shattered window at city hall. Alderman Bruns and Alderman Lesh withdrew
their motion to table the bills. Mayor Kelley asked for any further discussion. A voice vote
was taken with an affirmative result. Nays: Alderman Bruns. Abstain: none. Mayor
Kelley declared the motion carried.
Report of City Officials
Alderman Hoven – thanked Director O’Malley for getting the Big Boy Train to stop in Pacific.
This was a great event, and he thanked everyone involved, including the First Responders and
assisting agencies.
Large Investments – Motion made by Alderman Hoven, seconded by Alderman Gass
to waive any fees for Large Investments regarding the Katie Lane development, due to the
circumstances and Mr. Gullet’s death. This was for when they came back to the Board.
Mayor Kelley asked for any discussion. Alderman Lesh stated this was a rezoning request,
independent of who owns the property. Alderman Hoven stated the first tabling was because
they were out of town, the second tabling was due to a death. Discussion followed. A voice
vote was taken with an affirmative result. Nays: none. Abstain: none. Whereupon,
Mayor Kelley declared the motion carried.
Parks – Alderman Hoven stated there are a lot of park amenities, but we only have one
playground for families. Last year there was discussion of using park funds for the pool house.
He would like to see these funds used for a splash pad. Motion made by Alderman Hoven,
seconded by Alderman Nickelson to approve the city applying for a Land Water
Conservation Grant for a splash pad and use funds that are set aside for pool renovations.
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Mayor Kelley asked for any discussion. Alderman Hoven stated this is a 50% match, which we
most likely will have. Administrator Litterell stated the estimated cost for a splashpad is
anywhere from $ 200,000-$500,000. There was further discussion about the pool, if there would
be a charge for using the splash pad and pool renovations. Alderman Hoven stated just like the
pool, we will not make money on this. This is considered an amenity, and we have the funds for
it. Alderman Bruns would like more time to research this. Alderman Hoven and Alderman
Nickelson withdrew their motion.
Alderman Lesh – stated in regards to the splash pad we need to be aware of ongoing costs. As
with the Skatepark, he was not aware it would need sealed every year, which is a cost the city
will have to pay.
Planning & Zoning - Alderman Lesh asked if the city attorney was going to be attending
Planning & Zoning meetings, and if so, how is this going to save the city money. Mayor Kelley
stated they would be there as needed. She asked as the liaison, if he was requesting one be in
attendance? Discussion followed on the need and cost. Administrator Litterell stated he
understood it to be on an “as needed” basis. Alderman Lesh did not think one was needed for
every meeting.
Alderman Nickelson – no report.
Alderman Cleeve – stated he echoed what Alderman Hoven said about the Big Boy Event, and
thanked everyone who participated and helped put it together.
Adjournment
Motion made by Alderman Bruns, seconded by Alderman Hoven to adjourn. A voice vote
was taken with an affirmative result. Nays: none. Abstain: none. The meeting adjourned at
10:30 P.M.
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Mayor Kelley
ATTEST:
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City Clerk

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Bill No. 5332

Ordinance No._____

Sponsor: ________
AN ORDINANCE FIXING THE TAX RATE FOR THE CITY OF PACIFIC, COUNTIES
OF FRANKLIN AND ST. LOUIS, STATE OF MISSOURI, FOR THE YEAR 2026 AND
ESTABLISHING THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.
WHEREAS, pursuant to published notice, a Public Hearing will be held by the Board of Aldermen
on the 18th day of August, 2026, relative to the establishment of the 2026 annual rate of Tax Levy,
at which hearing all parties in interest and citizens had an opportunity to be heard;
WHEREAS, it is the intent of the City of Pacific to levy property taxes at rates which are equal to
the tax rate ceiling for each class of property.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOAD OF ALDERMEN OF THE
CITY OF PACIFIC, MISSOURI, to wit:
Section One: Property Tax for General Revenue.
There is hereby levied on all property (real, personal and mixed) within the corporate limits of the
City of Pacific, Missouri, a tax rate for general municipal purposes as follows:
A.

There is hereby levied upon all residential property subject to taxation in the City of Pacific,
Missouri, an ad valorem tax rate in the amount equal to the tax rate ceiling as shown on the
State Auditor’s Pro Forma for 2026 on the one hundred dollars ($100) assessed valuation
as shown on the assessment books of Franklin and St. Louis Counties, as converted and
amended by the Board of Equalization and certified to by the County Clerk. (This amount
has been preliminarily calculated at thirty-nine and six hundredths of a percent ($0.3906),
but, it is the intent of the Board to levy the tax rate at the tax rate ceiling).

B.

There is hereby levied upon all agricultural property subject to taxation in the City of
Pacific, Missouri, an ad valorem tax rate in the amount equal to the tax rate ceiling as
shown on the State Auditor’s Pro Forma for 2026 on the one hundred dollars ($100)
assessed valuation as shown on the assessment books of Franklin and St. Louis Counties,
as converted and amended by the Board of Equalization and certified to by the County
Clerk. (This amount has been preliminarily calculated at thirty-nine and six hundredths of
a percent ($0.3906), but, it is the intent of the Board to levy the tax rate at the tax rate
ceiling).

C.

There is hereby levied upon all commercial property subject to taxation in the City of
Pacific, Missouri, an ad valorem tax rate in the amount equal to the tax rate ceiling as
shown on the State Auditor’s Pro Forma for 2026 on the one hundred dollars ($100)
assessed valuation as shown on the assessment books of Franklin and St. Louis Counties,
as converted and amended by the Board of Equalization and certified to by the County

Clerk. (This amount has been preliminarily calculated at thirty-nine and six hundredths of
a percent ($0.3906), but, it is the intent of the Board to levy the tax rate at the tax rate
ceiling).
D.

There is hereby levied upon all personal property subject to taxation in the City of Pacific,
Missouri, an ad valorem tax rate in the amount equal to the tax rate ceiling as shown on the
State Auditor’s Pro Forma for 2026 on the one hundred dollars ($100) assessed valuation
as shown on the assessment books of Franklin and St. Louis Counties, as converted and
amended by the Board of Equalization and certified to by the County Clerk. (This amount
has been preliminarily calculated at thirty-nine and six hundredths of a percent ($0.3906),
but, it is the intent of the Board to levy the tax rate at the tax rate ceiling).

Section Two: The 2026 Tax Rate is subject to change based on the State Auditor’s approval;
Section Three: That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect on and after its passage and
approval.
Passed this ______ day of ____________, 2026.

___________________________________
Debra Kelley, Mayor

Approved this ______ day of ____________, 2026. ___________________________________
Debra Kelley, Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________
City Clerk

AMENDED BILL NO. 5330

ORDINANCE NO. _____

SPONSOR: Gass
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 400.160 AND 400.260 OF THE
ZONING CODE RELATING TO TIMING OF ZONING DECISIONS FOR LAND
PROPOSED FOR ANNEXATION
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF PACIFIC,
MISSOURI, AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1.
Subsection D of Section 400.260 of Article VI of Chapter
400 of Title IV of the Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
[all other subsections and provisions of Section 400.260 that are not
specifically set forth below are not amended in any way and remain in full
force and effect]
TITLE IV

LAND USE

CHAPTER 400

ZONING REGULATIONS

ARTICLE VI

AMENDMENTS TO ZONING REGULATIONS

SECTION 400.260

AMENDMENTS

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D.
Annexation. All territory that is proposed for annexation by the City
shall be zoned by the City, in accordance with the requirements applicable to
actions to zone or rezone property, contemporaneously with consideration
and action on the annexation.
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SECTION 2.
The first paragraph of Subsection F of Section 400.160 of
Article II of Chapter 400 of Title IV of the Municipal Code is hereby amended
to read as follows: [all other subsections and provisions of Section 400.160
that are not specifically set forth below are not amended in any way and
remain in full force and effect]
TITLE IV

LAND USE

CHAPTER 400

ZONING REGULATIONS

ARTICLE II

DISTRICT REGULATIONS

SECTION 400.160
“PUD” PLANNED UNIT DISTRICT REGULATIONS
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F.
Procedures. A Planned District may be initiated by an application by
one (1) or more of the owners of record or owners under contract of a lot or
tract of land or their authorized representatives. The Planning and Zoning
Commission and the Board of Aldermen shall not review or approve a
Planned District outside the existing City limits unless an appropriate Petition
for Annexation is submitted at the same time and is considered and acted
upon prior to final action on the application for a planned district. Procedures
for application, review and approval of a Planned District shall be as follows:
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SECTION 3.
This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and
after the date of its passage and approval.
Passed this ___ day of _______, 20__.
Approved this ___ day of _______, 20__.
Attest:
_________________________
City Clerk

MAYOR
_______________________
MAYOR

Rec. from Planning & Zoning
BILL NO. 5331

ORDINANCE NO. _______

SPONSOR: Lesh
AN ORDINANCE INSTITUTING A TWELVE-MONTH INTERIM
STAY OF ACCEPTANCE OF APPLICATIONS FOR ANY PERMIT
OR APPROVAL RELATING TO THE DEVELOPMENT, ZONING,
PERMITTING, OR USE OF PROPERTY FOR DATA CENTERS OF
ALL SIZES TO ALLOW SUFFICIENT TIME FOR A PROPER
LAND USE STUDY, EFFECTIVE COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT,
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE IF NECESSARY, AND
CONSIDERATION OF ANY APPROPRIATE ZONING TEXT
AMENDMENTS OR OTHER ACTIONS
WHEREAS, pursuant to Chapter 89 RSMo, the City has enacted regulations and
restrictions applicable to the use of buildings, structures, and land within the
City; the height and size of buildings and other structures; the percentage of
lots that may be occupied; the density of population; the size of yards; and
other matters of zoning, land use, and construction; and
WHEREAS, the purpose of such regulations is to ensure compatibility of land
uses, ensure adequate infrastructure exists to accommodate various uses, avoid
a strain on resources, require proper construction, and, among other goals,
promote public safety and the general welfare of the community; and
WHEREAS, such regulations must be examined from time to time to ensure
that they address changing conditions and uses; and
WHEREAS, Data Centers, as defined herein, have significant impacts on
infrastructure, including demands on electrical power, water supply, and
telecommunications networks, as well as potential impacts on surrounding land
uses, natural resources, public services, and the character of the community;
and
WHEREAS, Data Centers have recently become a dominant land use issue in
the State of Missouri, especially in eastern Missouri, with numerous applications
having been submitted to numerous counties and cities using often-outdated
zoning provisions; and

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WHEREAS, good planning practice and prudent land use management practices
dictate that the City of Pacific should at a minimum undertake a comprehensive
planning effort and regulatory review to be assured that the City’s regulations
and restrictions properly address all of the possible impacts and considerations
associated with these developments; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Aldermen believes it to be in the best interest of the
City of Pacific, Missouri, and its residents to take steps necessary to conduct a
land use study and related studies and analysis, update the Pacific
Comprehensive Plan if necessary, enact zoning and code changes and
regulations, and take other appropriate actions as such relate to the
development, zoning, permitting, or use of property for Data Centers of all
sizes; and
WHEREAS, the City’s Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Aldermen,
as well as the residents of the City, require a reasonable amount of time and a
stable land use environment to accomplish these goals and to make the results
of their labors meaningful; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Aldermen has determined that to effectuate these
goals, it is necessary to temporarily suspend acceptance or processing of
applications relating to the establishment or expansion of Data Centers while
appropriate regulations, standards, definitions, and procedures may be
developed through a comprehensive process involving the Planning and Zoning
Commission and the Board of Aldermen; and
WHEREAS, in the case of exigent circumstances, the Board of Aldermen desires
to provide for consideration of a request by a property owner for relief from the
interim stay of acceptance in order to provide for the acceptance and processing
of an application upon demonstration of undue hardship or claim of unlawful
impact; and
WHEREAS, the adoption of this Ordinance and interim stay of acceptance of
applications has been considered and recommended by the Pacific Planning and
Zoning Commission and been the subject of a public hearing after due notice as
required by law; and
WHEREAS, the Pacific Board of Aldermen hereby finds, determines and
declares that adoption of the interim stay of acceptance hereinafter established
is necessary and in the best interests of the health, safety, and general welfare
of the City of Pacific and its inhabitants.

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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF
THE CITY OF PACIFIC, MISSOURI, AS FOLLOWS:
Section One.
The Board of Aldermen of the City of Pacific (the “Board of Aldermen”)
makes and reaffirms the findings set forth above in the Whereas Clauses and
incorporates the same by reference as if fully set forth herein.
Section Two.
The Board of Aldermen hereby directs, beginning immediately, that the
City shall not accept applications for approval of a Data Center, as defined by
the Section Three of this Ordinance, for a period up to and including July 22,
2027, while the City investigates possible revisions to the Zoning Code of the
City of Pacific, Missouri (the “Zoning Code” or “Chapter 400”). This interim stay
of acceptance shall include any permit or approval relating to the development,
zoning, permitting, or use of property for data centers of all sizes, unless
otherwise provided in Section Four of this Ordinance.
The Board of Aldermen may terminate the stay at any time by a vote of a
majority of the members present at any meeting but, in no event shall the stay
extend beyond July 22, 2027, unless the City extends the date by majority vote
of the members present at any meeting.
Section Three.
For the purposes of this Ordinance, “Data Center” shall mean a building
or portion thereof, group of buildings, or facility, or premises, whose principal
use is data processing, data management, data transmission, or data storage,
and is typically used to house computer systems, network equipment, servers,
and associated components, such as, but not limited to, air handlers, power
generators, cooling systems, backup power systems or generation operations,
battery storage, central processing units, graphical processing units, neural
networks, quantum bits, quantum processors, memory, data routing, data
storage, data warehousing, server farm, bitcoin mining, crypto processing,
virtual private networks, virtual servers, artificial intelligence training or
processing, image processing, cloud computing, email servicing, a telecom
hotel, telehouse co-location, or any other term applicable to facilities which are
used for such purposes.
For purposes of this Ordinance, “principal use” is 50% or greater of the
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square footage of the facility and shall be determined by the amount of square
footage of the building utilized for a Data Center as compared to the square
footage of the structure in active use for other permitted commercial, business,
or office space. In determining the square footage for principal use, the square
footage of any structure which is vacant or otherwise dedicated to warehouse
or storage activities shall be allocated to the square footage of that portion of
the facility proposed to be utilized as a Data Center.
Section Four.
(A) The Board of Aldermen may, upon written application of claimed
undue hardship or claim of unlawful impact from this interim stay, grant
waiver of the stay upon the applicant establishing, by clear and
convincing evidence, that the acceptance, processing, and approval of the
application for a Data Center, as defined by Section Three of this
Ordinance, will not:
(1) undermine the thorough, complete, and well-reasoned
examination of the necessity of revisions to the City of Pacific's
Zoning Code;
(2) that adequate infrastructure exists (or will exist at the
completion of the proposed project) to provide necessary City of
Pacific services to the Data Center; and
(3) that the application, if approved, would not be otherwise
detrimental to the health, safety, and general welfare of the City of
Pacific or its citizens.
If the Board of Aldermen determines that such action will not undermine
the spirit and intent, it shall direct that the application be accepted for
processing or processed as the case may be.
(B) If the Board of Aldermen denies the claimed exemption based upon
review of the written application, the applicant, within ten (10) days of
such denial, may file a petition in accordance with Chapter 155 of the
Code of Ordinances of the City of Pacific, Missouri (the “City Code”). Any
such review shall follow the provisions of Chapter 155 of the City Code.
Section Five.
It is hereby declared to be the intention of the Board of Aldermen that
each and every part, section and subsection of this Ordinance shall be separate
and severable from each and every other part, section and subsection hereof
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and that the Board of Aldermen intends to adopt each said part, section and
subsection separately and independently of any other part, section and
subsection. In the event that any part of this Ordinance shall be determined to
be or to have been unlawful or unconstitutional, the remaining parts, sections
and subsections shall be and remain in full force and effect.
Section Six.
This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage
and approval.

_________________________
Debra Kelley, Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________
City Clerk

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Bill No. 5325

Ordinance No. __________

SPONSOR: Gass
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO TM
PERFORMANCE SALES LLC TO OPERATE AN AUTOMOBILE DEALERSHIP AND
SALES ON AN APPROXIMATE 0.58 ACRE PARCEL ALONG S. FIRST STREET IN
THE C-1 DOWNTOWN COMMERCIAL DISTRICT
Whereas, Applicant TM Performance Sales LLC seeks to operate an
automobile dealership and sales on a 0.58 acre parcel generally located
along S. First Street in the C-1 Downtown Commercial District; and
Whereas, the Planning and Zoning Commission has considered such
application and proposed use and recommended that the requested
conditional use permit be approved.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF
THE CITY OF PACIFIC, MISSOURI, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The Board hereby grants a Conditional Use Permit to TM
Performance Sales LLC for operation of an automobile dealership and sales
on a 0.58 acre parcel along South First Street generally described as Lot 123
and part of lots 124, 125, 126 and 127 in the original Town of Franklin of the
Franklin County Records (Franklin County Parcel ID # 19-1-12.0-4-003086.000).
Section 2. The Conditional Use Permit shall be based on the plans,
drawings, renderings, testimony, and descriptions outlined in the application
and submittals by the Applicant and such will be incorporated as part of the
conditional use permit. All operations will comply with ordinance and other
applicable law.
Section 3. The Conditional Use Permit is limited to the above-described
property and shall only be transferrable as allowed by ordinance.
Section 4. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after the
date of its passage and approval.
Passed this ___ day of _______, 20__.
Approved this ___ day of _______, 20__.

MAYOR
_______________________
MAYOR

ATTEST:
City Clerk

16305 Swingley Ridge Road
Suite 300
Chesterfield, MO 63017

5/4/2026
City of Pacific, MO
300 Hoven Drive,
Pacific, MO 63069
SUBJECT:

Staff Report –S. 1st Street – Tyler Myers
Conditional Use Permit Application

PZ-2026-XX: Conditional Use Permit – S. 1st Street.
Existing Zoning: C-1 – Downtown Commercial District
Existing Use: Vacant
Proposed Use: Automobile Dealership/Sales
Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use: Mixed Use
This is a proposed conditional use permit for the parcel located along S. 1st (Parcel ID: 19-1-12.0-4003-086.000) and currently located inside the limits of the City of Pacific. The owner has applied for a
conditional use permit of the parcel for automobile dealership/sales in a C-1 Downtown Commercial
District. This property lies along South 1st Street just south of the railroad tracks and across the street
from the Depot and Pacific Brew Haus and is currently vacant. This area of South 1st Street is located
within ZONE AE of the FEMA FIRM Map and is within the floodplain.
The requested use of the lot as an automobile dealership/sales location would be a use that is currently
provided along S. 1st Street. There is a lot for used care sales two blocks to the south. The area is
generally commercial with mostly restaurants and small businesses to the north and east. The areas to
the south are more residential and light industrial in use than those to the north. The area is currently a
mixed-use environment, which the business would fit, and matches the future land use plan.
Based on the proposed use being an automobile dealership/sales lot would fit within the mixed use
environment and would be consistent with others around South First Street. The conditional use of this
lot as an automobile dealership could be recommended for approval with discussion about if this lot is
the right use in this location. This is for an approximate 0.58 +/- acre tract of land generally located
along S. First Street being Lot 123 & North Part of Lots 124, 125, 126, & 127 of the Original Town of
Franklin (Franklin County Parcel ID: 19-1-12.0-4-003-086.000) in a C-1 Downtown Commercial District.
Please let us know if you have any questions or comments regarding this report.
Sincerely,
GEORGE BUTLER ASSOCIATES, INC.

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A.J. Girondo III, P.E.
Senior Associate

BILL NO. 5332

ORDINANCE NO. ________

SPONSOR:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SEVERAL SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 400 TO
ELIMINATE THE USE OF “SHORT TERM VACATION RENTALS” AS A
CONDITIONAL USE IN THE NU “NONURBAN” DISTRICT AND ALL
RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICTS
Whereas, the amendments set forth herein have been the subject of
a public hearing and a recommendation of the Planning and Zoning
Commission.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF PACIFIC,
MISSOURI, AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1.
The following subsections of the following sections of
Chapter 400 of Title IV of the Municipal Code by the deletion of “Short Term
Vacation Rental” as a conditional use in the NU “Nonurban” District and all
Residential Zoning Districts. All other subsections and provisions of the listed
sections are not amended in any way and remain in full force and effect.
Section 400.060, Subsection C
Section 400.070, Subsection F
Section 400.080, Subsection G
Section 400.090, Subsection F
Section 400.091, Subsection F
Section 400,092, Subsection F
Section 400.100, Subsection C
Section 400.110, Subsection C
SECTION 2.
It is hereby declared to be the intention of the Board of
Aldermen that each and every part, section and subsection of this Ordinance
shall be separate and severable from each and every other part, section and
subsection hereof and that the Board of Aldermen intends to adopt each said
part, section and subsection separately and independently of any other part,
section and subsection. In the event that any part of this Ordinance shall be

determined to be or to have been unlawful or unconstitutional, the remaining
parts, sections and subsections shall be and remain in full force and effect.
SECTION 3.
This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and
after the date of its passage and approval.

Pacific Partnership (2)
City Funds - Expenses
January-December, 2026

TOTAL

Income
Direct Public Support
City Contract Funds
Total for Direct Public Support

16,000.00
$16,000.00

Total for Income

$16,000.00

Gross Profit

$16,000.00

Expenses
Events
Car Show Expenses
Car Show Advertising
Car Show Awards
Car Show Donations
Car Show Entertainment
Car Show Kid's Zone
Car Show Misc Expenses
Car Show T-Shirts
Total for Car Show Expenses

2,549.04
2,107.44
4,100.00
4,700.00
1,561.50
14,314.29
4,812.00
$34,144.27

St. Patrick's Day Parade
Sunset on the Rails
Sunset Entertainment
Sunset Misc Expenses
Total for Sunset on the Rails

835.79
1,650.00
226.80
$1,876.80

Total for Events

$36,856.86

Flower Pot Program
Pacific Station Plaza
General Maintenance
Plaza Capital Improvements
Total for Pacific Station Plaza

1,294.79
181.60
0.00
$181.60

Total for Expenses

$38,333.25

Net Operating Income

-$22,333.25

Net Income

-$22,333.25

Accrual Basis Tuesday, July 28, 2026 09:21 PM GMTZ

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Tourism Director’s Report for July 2026
Attendance for 2026
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Monthly Attendance through July 27= 2587
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YTD attendance through July 27 = 14,79
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July revenue through July 27 = $13,531.58
July:
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Route 66 Centennial Meetings state
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Meeting on The Cedar Log
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Met with a few businesses to talk about Red Cedar and see if they have brochures to hand out
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Drafting reports and agendas for meetings
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Social Media updates
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Working on Route 66 Quilt Trail in Pacific
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Maintenance calls/issues/resolving
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Gathering/calling for quotes for Route 66 potential projects and for upcoming events
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Marketing for upcoming events in Pacific
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Restocking where needed in gift shop/picking up items
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Working on getting volunteers for Red Cedar and events
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4th of July parade
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Prep for Big Boy visit on July 20
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Big Boy visit
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Interviews for newspapers talking about Pacific, Red Cedar Inn, Route 66, and Big Boy
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Met with many different representatives and vendors for Route 66 products for gift shop
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Harvest Festival meeting
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Reaching out to car clubs about visits and pop-up car shows for the summer
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Multiple meetings
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Opened 7 days week
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Tour bus stop
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Rodeo planning meeting
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Cars series meeting with Wildwood and Eureka
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Creating flyers for upcoming car cruises

Projects being worked on:
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Finding volunteers
Continuing marketing plan for 2026
Route 66 implementation of ideas from the committee
Preparing for meeting for Route 66 centennial on how businesses and residents can participate.
Gathering info 2026 displays/exhibits the women on 66 traveling exhibit (coming Sept 16/17)
Accessioning.
Photos and newspaper digitization.
Updating Interactive Format
Genealogy obits. Logging into the computer, alphabetizing and placing in correct binders
Route 66 Centennial Celebration
Creating checklists and handbooks for Red Cedar and Events
Gathering information on sponsorship and grant opportunities for Historical and Route 66
Stencils for businesses that would put Route 66 in their drives
Route 66 quilt square project

Routine items:
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Cleaning/maintaining Red Cedar
Returning phone calls and emails
Asking businesses for brochures or flyers to help advertise to visitors and residents
Keeping things organized and stocked and sanitized in Kid’s Museum
Historical Society planning and meeting
Tourism Commission planning and meeting
Safety meeting
Facebook posts of upcoming events in the area that are shared with us
Route 66 Centennial planning and meeting
Talking with visitors and guests about Pacific and learning about their trip on Route 66
Taking in loan and donation items
Getting Red Cedar and Pacific on different websites and places to visit
The Cedar Log monthly newsletter
Scheduling
Meeting with local businesses and owners to see what events are coming up and helping get word
out
Connecting with other cities to get our pamphlets out and letting them know about Pacific
Making connections with other Route 66 cities
Logging attendance, loans, research requests, revenue
Work on research requests
Speaking with visitors and guests

Monthly EMA/EMD Activity Report – July 2026
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Ongoing weather and local emergency monitoring; Issued public information and alerts as
applicable or requested, e.g. Excessive Heat Warning and Cooling Centers
Supported incoming requests for CodeRED updates
Performed required monthly IPAWS Proficiency Testing
Supported and engaged in the Event Action Plan (EAP) planning, operations and/or After-Action
Report (AAR) activities for these events: America’s 250th Parade, UP Big Boy Whistle Stop
Ongoing planning for the 2026 Touch-A-Truck event planned for 09/12/2026
Maintained the 2026 schedule of City-wide Special Events
Supported the monthly and weekly siren testing
Updated emergency contact listings for employee changes
Hosted the monthly Pacific Volunteer Response Team (VRT) meeting and training session
Issued a draft Pacific Cooling/Warming Center Operational Requirements, Guidelines and
Expectations document for Center Hosts and Volunteers; Trained Volunteers
Ongoing planning for a 300 Hoven Drive Shelter-in-Place Drill
Working with SEMA and East-West Gateway to obtain T&E credits
Reviewing draft maps from East-West gateway GIS department for EM and PD use
Working to issue a Public Information policy update to include IPAWS messaging
Participated in the testing of MVR-III’s Raptor Alert System with RapidSOS
Attended the quarterly Franklin County LEPC meeting
Volunteered to be a Cooling Center Shift Manager
Attended the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) for new Floodplain Administrators
webinar
Attended the MODoT Traffic Incident Management (TIM) training program

H. Schulman, EMD, #285

EMA/EMD Monthly Report

07/28/2026 09:49

PUBLIC WORKS REPORT

Robert Brueggemann
Public Works Commissioner
77 Cedar Field
Pacific, MO 63069
Office 636-257-2163
[email protected]

July 1 – July 30, 2026
Mayor and Board of Alderman,
Here are some Public Works Department recent highlights:
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Flags along Osage for July 4th
Painting in Police department offices
Potholing Meade Ct looking for leak, repair yards
Extra brush pick up from storms
Sickle cut along streets
Repair yards from water repairs
Spray weeds at lagoon, lift stations and along curbs
Sidewalk replacements in Westlake
Repair sidewalk in front of Red Cedar
Replaced leaking curb stop 1625 Meade
Fixed wire and anchors on fountain at liberty field pond, removed Prim Rose from
along pond banks
Set detours, no parking, etc. for Big Boy train stop event
Painting hydrants
Clear off brush and trees on berms on Lagoon cells
Brush hog lagoon
Replaced section of service line and curb stop at 40 Cedar Brook, repair yard
Replaced curb stop box at 2009 W. Osage
Joe Rutledge passed his Class A CDL test
RB, JE and DM one day DNR water class in Villa Ridge
Replacing sidewalks on 5th Street between Union and Osage
Light covers on three light poles on Hwy N
Haul off scrap metal from Lagoon site
Painting stop sign stop bars throughout town
Straighten dechlor pipe for pool drain

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Daily water/sewer One Call locates
Daily service call sheets
Monthly water shut off list
Monthly safety meetings
Meter reading

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Meter changing/repairs
Routine DNR water samples
Routine sewer samples
Monthly sewer and pool DNR reporting
Water taps and sewer inspections for new construction
Routine maintenance of equipment and vehicles including police cars
Brush and bag pick up
Patching potholes in streets
Replacing street signs and stop signs as needed
Monthly Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) sewer surcharge billing

Sincerely,

Robert Brueggemann

City Clerk Report July 2026

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Board meetings and packets; process paperwork; minutes
Request for records
Teams meeting with auditor; working on year end
Cemetery inquiries
Various meetings
Various other duties as employees take vacations etc.
Monthly sales tax
Entries for May final financial report
Tourism meeting; minutes
June bank statements; transfers and reconciling for June preliminary
Work on policies as per audit
Mirma health board meeting

For 8-18-26 Meeting
CITY OF PACIFIC
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
A Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. at the Board of Aldermen
meeting at the Government Center, 300 Hoven Drive, Pacific, MO., at which time citizens may be heard
on the property tax rate to be set by the City of Pacific, a political subdivision. The tax rate shall be set
subject to change, based on the State Auditor’s approval, to produce revenues which the budget for the
fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, shows to be required from the property tax. The tax rate is
determined by dividing the amount of revenue by the current assessed valuation. The result is
multiplied by 100 as the tax rate will be expressed in cents per $ 100 valuation.
Assessed Valuation
(By category)

Prior
Tax Rate 2025

Current
Tax Year 2026

Real Estate
Personal Property
New Construction
Newly Added Territory
Property changed from
Local to State Assessed
Annexed Territory RE

$ 150,373,531
$ 48,292,212
$ 5,581,277
$0

$ 150,996,027 ______
$ 49,220,488
$ 765,291
$ 38,259

General Fund

$
$0
Amount of
Property Tax
Revenues Budgeted
For YE 2026
78,204,570

$

$
$

35.00

Proposed
Tax Rate 2026
.3906

The increase of real property tax revenue is due to a $ 622,496 Increase in assessed valuation as a result
of economic changes.
The increase of personal property tax revenue is due to a $ 928,236 increase in assessed valuation as a
result of economic changes.
Amounts may change subject to final approval of Missouri State Auditor.
Published by order of the City Clerk,
By order of the Board of Aldermen
Kimberly Barfield
7/29/26