The Commission addressed several action items, including the approval of a Missouri Blue Shield Grant Program Agreement for the Sheriff's Office, a change order for the Beaufort Training Facility, and the fixing of 2026 property tax rates. Additionally, the commission approved the refunding of over-plus on land sale back taxes, authorized the disposal of surplus county equipment and records, and approved zoning requests. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to amending the Unified Land Use Regulations regarding the placement, construction, and operation of data centers.
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The County Commission engaged in several actions, including authorizing the purchase of various police vehicles, approving a contract with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, and executing a benefit plan document amendment. The Commission also awarded bids for road salt, recognized a vendor name change, and authorized various agreements with the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission. Additionally, the commission addressed land sale back tax refunds and discussed departmental reports. During the workshop session, the Commission reviewed upcoming agenda items, including vehicle purchases for the Sheriff's office, and held discussions regarding health insurance plans.
Aug 20, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Franklin County Commission Workshop Agenda
The commission reviewed the agenda for the upcoming meeting on August 25, 2026. Key topics included various grant requests for the Sheriff's Office, such as the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant and MO Safety Coalition Grant, and the approval of veterinary services for K-9 Kilo. Additional agenda items involved subscription services for the County EMA, tax statement processing, road naming requests, and setting property tax rates. The commission also discussed proposed resolutions regarding large-scale data center development, appointments to the Planning and Zoning Commission, and repayment plans for marijuana sales tax distributions.
Aug 18, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Franklin County Commission Regular Meeting Agenda
The Commission addressed several administrative and operational items, including a public hearing regarding the speed limit on Dunne Spring Road. Key action items involved authorizing agreements for a State Cyber Crime Grant, software licensing for AT&T and Absolute Secure Access, and an Emergency Management Performance Grant. The commission also reviewed agreements for EMS web application services, guaranteed pricing with ADP, Inc., copier equipment orders for the Prosecuting Attorney's office, and a configuration proposal for the Planning and Zoning department. Furthermore, the agenda included the filing of proposed 2021 ICC building codes and amendments for public review.
