Michael R. Bugalski

The Board adopted Amended Resolution No. 2026-04, which directs reimbursement under a Master Development Agreement. Discussion topics included the proposed 2026 Christmas Festival budget, focusing on logistics for horse-drawn carriage rides and sign improvements. The Board also reviewed plans to update and consolidate promotional maps and brochures. Additionally, the Board discussed the PPI Program, exploring potential expansions to include code violation mitigation and the replacement of lead service lines in downtown buildings.

The City Council meeting addressed various community items, including the approval of a 5K race, receipt of bids for parks and recreation mowing, and several resolutions and ordinances. Key actions included authorizing a fireworks display agreement, a cooperative agreement for car cruise events, and intergovernmental cooperation for a farmers market. The council also approved infill development agreements, adopted a new section regarding carports, and passed ordinances for nuisance abatement at specific properties. Additionally, the council approved a resolution for the appropriation of funds to pay expenses and reviewed departmental reports, specifically discussing non-conforming trailer parks and potential water service termination.

The City Council meeting addressed several agenda items, including the approval of proclamations for Sexual Assault Awareness Month, National Public Health Week, and Home Visiting Week. The council also approved a request for a 5K event, receipt of bids for a new mower at Oakland Cemetery, and accepted RFPs and RFQs for administrative and engineering services. Financial matters included the approval of an outsourcing agreement for accounting services, the selection of a new credit card merchant processor for the Parks and Recreation Department, and the approval of appropriations for city expenses. Additionally, the council discussed items for future consideration, such as the Moberly Rotary Club's request for downtown events, the termination of a memorandum of understanding with the Veteran Flag Project Committee, and an agreement with MDOT regarding wayfinding signage.

The council reviewed and approved the agenda, as well as several items on the consent agenda including an antenna lease agreement with Whisper ISP LLC, support for the Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade, and change orders for construction and storm water projects. The council also approved a resolution for a sewer service user agreement for the Heritage Hills Golf Course and a resolution appropriating funds to pay city expenses. During the work session, the council discussed the receipt of bids for a new mower at the Oakland Cemetery, the selection of an engineering firm and administrative services for the Silver Lane grant project, a request to hold a 5K race, a change order for the Fox Park Pavilion, and a proposal to outsource accounting services to Sikich.

The council received a presentation from auditors regarding the city's annual audit report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. The meeting included the approval of bids for IT administration services and a trailered pump for the wastewater treatment plant. Furthermore, the council appointed an emergency management director, authorized a lawsuit to quiet title to a property, established a tourism promotion agreement with the local Chamber of Commerce, and approved nuisance abatement actions, including associated tax bill issuance, for a residential property.