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The ordinance, first approved for second reading and then for final passage, directs the Redevelopment Corporation to use the development plan approved May 18, 2020, with the superseding addendum to include Midtown. City Attorney Joe Lauber gave a presentation to the council explaining the structure and purpose of the Chapter 353 redevelopment plan, including its use of tax abatement and other economic-development tools.

Why it matters: the ordinance formally designates the specified Midtown area as blighted in order to allow redevelopment incentives, including tax abatement and city-funded incentives, intended to spur property improvements and investment in the designated area.

Council discussion and clarifications focused on how the Chapter 353 framework functions. Lauber and council members repeatedly emphasized that the plan is intended to make it easier for property owners to access benefits and incentives for redevelopment. One council member said the process is complicated and does not involve the city buying property outright; another asked for clarification that the plan would reduce impacts on other taxing jurisdictions by using city funds to cover portions of incentives.

The council took no additional amendments on the council floor and voted in favor on a roll call. The ordinance passed its final reading and was adopted.

Background: Chapter 353 redevelopment plans are a common Missouri tool municipalities use to declare an area blighted and authorize tax-increment or tax-abatement tools to promote redevelopment. The council’s action updates the existing redevelopment area and explicitly includes Midtown Residential under the Superseding Addendum.

Next steps: The Redevelopment Corporation will proceed under the updated plan; details of specific abatements or incentive agreements will be brought back to council as required by the ordinance or by subsequent agreements.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","0121 2025 City Council Meeting","oneSentenceSummary","The Sedalia City Council on Jan. 13 approved Bill 2024-227, adding the Midtown Residential area to the city's redevelopment plan and declaring that area blighted to permit tax-abatement and city incentive tools.","taxTitle","Sedalia, Pettis County, Missouri","taxId",54293,"location","headline","shortSummary",{"_33":75,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":76,"_41":77,"_43":78,"_45":79,"_47":80,"_49":81,"_51":82,"_53":83,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":84,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":85,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":56,"_73":56},6378260,"Parks Department outlines 2024 accomplishments and multi-year capital plan, requests one new coordinator position",721,2485000,3206000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2138282-7d75c310a7a92ad829a7add29b120b5b&start=2485&end=3206","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2138282-7d75c310a7a92ad829a7add29b120b5b/thumbnail_2485000.jpg","/articles/6378260/Sedalia/Pettis-County/Missouri/Parks-Department-outlines-2024-accomplishments-and-multi-year-capital-plan-requests-one-new-coordinator-position","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6378260-2bc36a5de7d5fd9738d3a02809ceb5ce/orig.mp4?Expires=1776626305&Signature=iZWrm2K~KSTgg5T5qo57hWTjFmmKmQ2SF18UQ6hb4c894V6rtWSosGcni6ias~OM8z5HPcWbe4OZ5eFb2h6PPbTXT3X1kOax7OUebBMoTT~bFe-8FqRFIPBAOZodh83EPV-kzvMw0YY0vQGOPRr8~rt1LOt3nQiw7crMnRxh6mE2YUYOZ68-Z~4rOBv7xgJzASsfuHAIF4vT2wNNK6kIesxUAOAFpycxHeD5-OwSZ4IoiPPaTCRzH6Gxn8cg-Dy8tXQuVKEuMD3MyspHm04Elgt-t1Fh5V0LHZZgjtJ3yRhh9J8nwoKHHOCIR~T1GeswyE2eGCJMaE8VSJtQsV~DHw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Parks Director (presenting) summarized accomplishments and projects for the Parks Department during the Jan. 13 Sedalia City Council meeting, and outlined a three- to ten-year capital and program plan.

Director's report: the department reported a long list of 2024 activity and participation figures: 25 new light displays added to the Light Up Liberty annual event; certification of 151 lifeguards; more than 1,093 baseball/softball games played; 3,98 swim-lesson participants and more than 23,000 walk-ins at the Hecker Community Center. The department also reported $71,000 in sponsorships and roughly $19,000 in donations for parks programs.

Staffing and budget pressures: the director told the council the parks operation employs 34 full-time staff and more than 100 part-time seasonal employees (summer peak estimated at 180-200 part-time workers by hours). A minimum-wage increase of $1.45 will raise personnel costs by more than $100,000 in the next fiscal year, and the director said staff are researching fee adjustments and budget offsets; the department requested adding one full-time coordinator position in the next fiscal year to manage programs and training.

Capital projects and timeline: the presentation described several projects and estimated timelines:
- Katy Park playground completion expected by end of FY 2025 (construction ongoing).
- Liberty Stadium improvements expected completed March 1 (grant-funded work under way).
- Memory Lane outdoor aquatics (design phase) scheduled to open fall 2026; a larger outdoor aquatics facility planned for 2027.
- Longer-term goals (3-10 years) include a bark park, splash pad and pickleball courts, additional playgrounds, maintenance shop, expanded LED lighting and trail connections to achieve a 10-minute walk-to-park goal.

Why it matters: the parks department ties programming and capital improvements to quality-of-life, tourism and community health. The director said ongoing collaboration with Public Works has helped complete drainage and parking work and reduced contracting costs.

Council response: council members asked about specific park improvements (shade at Hubbard Park seating) and thanked staff for programming. No formal council vote was required for the informational presentation; the department noted several budgeted rollover projects that may appear in the next fiscal budget adoption.","Sedalia Parks Department reviewed 2024 activity numbers and presented a multi-year capital and maintenance plan including Memory Lane outdoor aquatics (opening 2026), Liberty Stadium improvements, new playgrounds and trail improvements; staff requested one new full-time coordinator position in next fiscal year.",{"_33":87,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":88,"_41":89,"_43":90,"_45":91,"_47":92,"_49":93,"_51":94,"_53":95,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":96,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":97,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":56,"_73":56},6378263,"Pettis County economic development office reports job growth, major capital investment in 2024",205,1007000,1212000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2138282-7d75c310a7a92ad829a7add29b120b5b&start=1007&end=1212","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2138282-7d75c310a7a92ad829a7add29b120b5b/thumbnail_1007000.jpg","/articles/6378263/Sedalia/Pettis-County/Missouri/Pettis-County-economic-development-office-reports-job-growth-major-capital-investment-in-2024","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6378263-8340a761e5565e485e994221d2af41bc/orig.mp4?Expires=1776626305&Signature=gqjIuPBAEgZDl5Gv-1wxIBRMcbcza8sDsVQ5p6h2tLyOyMDULc8Q9jiBGwz7lQwgZ2SuFiXrITzd8jPA6-YxD-hEZvB383NYLhvqUgx18J9KBthFGI2RDed4kszNcZ7Czh6Fbl3hzrUV-O4EnqxNfaQ2HR79SDxzGRmxL~xAzM3ZatkDn5qnVV2KgUyI2kKvQ8el5yLPN0dQVoRXU28ZS0tULxVYhLatSfqxGFOyNydkHFEhZy7nYpcBQ1hn4rWJpuSDx3xnasiFEMIjrYf3fZMxrkmCG4DtsNXT32wVfsbsFeAnKQ4XvWjjJMTyxGK5HS-RC7wtlpeQQKWbiGgbMg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Jessica Crace, director of Pettis County Economic Development, presented the office's 2024 annual report to the Sedalia City Council on Jan. 13, highlighting recent project announcements, retained jobs and capital investment.

Crace said the office has supported the creation of roughly 1,043 new jobs and retention of about 1,763 existing positions in the last eight years and reported approximately $424 million in capital investment during that period. She emphasized the value of retaining local employers while also recruiting new businesses that bring outside revenue into the community.

2024 highlights included Prismian Group's announced $45.5 million expansion (115,000 square feet of new construction, 50 new jobs and 215 retained jobs) and smaller downtown and industrial investments such as City Electric Supply's regional facility and Impact Signs's headquarters expansion. Crace also described business-retention and expansion efforts—16 business retention meetings and 18 requests for proposals for prospective companies—and said the office led 11 site visits in 2024.

Why it matters: the report provides context for local economic momentum, including recent capital projects and workforce numbers that affect tax revenue and planning. Crace said the office is working on pending announcements (one pending expansion in 90-120 days and one pending new business within 30 days) and highlighted the return to a downtown office and staff additions.

Economic development funding: when asked about city funding, Crace said the office is seeking to sustain current funding levels rather than immediately increase them.

Background: the presentation also noted community partnerships, milestone recognitions for long-standing companies, and new local hires and construction projects that contributed to the reported totals.

Next steps: staff and council indicated continued partnership; the council did not take formal action on the report during the meeting.","The county's economic development office reported more than 1,000 new jobs created or retained and $424 million in capital investment in the past eight years, and highlighted several large local expansions in 2024 including Prismian Group.",{"_33":99,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":100,"_41":101,"_43":102,"_45":103,"_47":104,"_49":105,"_51":106,"_53":107,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":108,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":109,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":56,"_73":56},6378268,"Votes at a glance: Sedalia City Council, Jan. 13 — ordinances, budget amendments and contracts",1248,2412000,3660000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2138282-7d75c310a7a92ad829a7add29b120b5b&start=2412&end=3660","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2138282-7d75c310a7a92ad829a7add29b120b5b/thumbnail_2412000.jpg","/articles/6378268/Sedalia/Pettis-County/Missouri/Votes-at-a-glance-Sedalia-City-Council-Jan-13-ordinances-budget-amendments-and-contracts","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6378268-8201fd90b4a810003807c38442f81eb8/orig.mp4?Expires=1776626305&Signature=V1lJVdcECEtro0kMzQ02I64gLWXn-O59GXbSLWzrRURzVF4FCmMiKH1wtBc7dKtS~DXRwGncdxhvY43vG3h~ofZWyVrmNzN4Xvmt7QDh56NYRg6GFWa16KT5qmrAvz8P93itE7Q~08QP0d9A8v7KwrhyQLH5Sm1PG48ziDBvVv1srP8hDta2f6q-hj4K56VJqHh4HwDkxH8-muuJ2P9yorU2r-ZcJPrwcqS3mAF-vAdanQy9Wf9OgawcZ0qrdng5nVOcckvqGfiKiPoZn21WVDqifb~7KTdbKjXss8V7Y0acCBNDuCAoYbgfhbsPglyCEuIvyWn-iuaH61VXiXbcBQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Sedalia City Council considered and approved (when noted) multiple ordinances, resolutions and contracts on Jan. 13, 2025. Below are the items the council took formal action on during the meeting, with recorded outcomes and votes where provided.

- Bill 2024-227 — Superseding addendum to Sedalia Redevelopment Corporation's development plan (Midtown Residential): Final passage; unanimous roll call in favor (recorded yea votes during final passage).

- Bill 2025-7 — Ordinance to submit a general sales-tax proposition (0.08 cent) to voters: Passed on second and final readings (5 yes, 3 no); later returned to council by mayoral veto (see separate article).

- Bill 2025-8 — Ordinance authorizing agreement for insurance brokerage services (IMA, Inc.): Passed (motion/second; roll call recorded unanimous in favor).

- Resolution 2122 / Bill 2025-9 — Budget amendment and ordinance related to wayfinding signage (Missouri Division of Tourism 50/50 grant; $30,000 grant with $30,000 city match): Resolution and two ordinances (budget amendment and grant-authorizing ordinance) approved on second and final readings; roll-call votes recorded in favor.

- Bill 2025-11 — Ordinance amending the FY 2025 budget for street vehicle and equipment repairs: Council approved a $90,000 budget amendment to cover unplanned repair costs; resolution and ordinance passed by roll call.

- Bill 2025-12 — Ordinance approving and accepting a permanent sanitary sewer right-of-way easement for property at 2540 Southwest Boulevard (for Missouri State Fairgrounds sewer extension): Approved on final passage by roll call.

- Bill 2025-13 — Ordinance authorizing Change Order No. 2 for Storm Drainage Improvements Project Area 35 (extension of completion date due to utility relocations): Approved (no change in cost; completion date extended); final passage recorded in favor.

- Bill 2025-14 — Agreement for Grand Avenue Water Main Replacement (contract awarded to low bidder, PV Dosing & Escalating LLC, $386,738): Contract ordinance approved by council (final passage roll call in favor).

- Bill 2025-15 — Tower and ground space lease (Sprint Spectrum LLC) for west water tower: Ordinance authorizing lease passed on final reading (terms: initial 5-year term starting May 1, 2025; monthly rent $1,767.28 with 3% annual increases; up to four 5-year extensions possible).

- Bill 2025-16 — Change Order No. 2 (time extension) for Central Wastewater Treatment Plant Aeration Improvement Project: Council approved additional time with no increase in price; ordinance passed on final reading.

- Resolution 2124 / Bill 2025-17 — Budget amendment for Joint Communications (city share $16,000): Resolution and ordinance approving a budget amendment passed by roll call.

- Resolution 2125 / Bill 2025-18 — Police vehicle repairs budget amendment (two accidents and related repairs; insurance reimbursements noted): Resolution and ordinance passed; roll call recorded unanimous in favor.

- Bill 2025-19 — Ordinance vacating alley east of 501-503 South Engineer (to allow renovation into multifamily housing and off-street parking): Approved on final passage by roll call.

- Bill 2025-20 — Ordinance vacating a drainage easement on lots 5305 and 5205 West Main (Thompson Meadows Industrial Park; supports economic development): Approved on final passage by roll call.

- Liquor license renewals: Council approved a block of 10 license renewals for packaged liquor and liquor-by-the-drink/sunday sales (listed on the agenda); motion to approve in block carried.

- Bill 2025-21 — Special warranty deed approving sale of city property at 633 East Broadway to McDonald's USA LLC: Final passage approved by roll call (7 yes, 1 absent).

For most budget-amendment items, a companion resolution stating necessity preceded the ordinance; both resolution and ordinance were approved. Several items were noted as funded by ARPA, grants, or existing capital project budgets.

If you need a line-item copy of any ordinance, the city clerk's office published the full ordinance text and bid tabulations in the meeting packet.","A roundup of formal council actions on Jan. 13, 2025, listing each ordinance, resolution or contract approved (or taken to final vote) during the meeting, with vote tallies when recorded.",{"_33":111,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":112,"_41":113,"_43":114,"_45":115,"_47":116,"_49":117,"_51":118,"_53":119,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":120,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":121,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":56,"_73":56},6378272,"Council advances proposed 0.08 sales-tax measure to April ballot; mayor vetoes council ordinance",4020,1620000,5640000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2138282-7d75c310a7a92ad829a7add29b120b5b&start=1620&end=5640","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2138282-7d75c310a7a92ad829a7add29b120b5b/thumbnail_1620000.jpg","/articles/6378272/Sedalia/Pettis-County/Missouri/Council-advances-proposed-008-sales-tax-measure-to-April-ballot-mayor-vetoes-council-ordinance","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6378272-056836495512a23c85ab72e94bfedac7/orig.mp4?Expires=1776626305&Signature=KBIgcWud7l-g7JN39ZIUT-51YP0eGuPSMb525nYyYjK80YXE1~DKGhShBvF3rqTXatTaM4bmUVKgu~Bw7iUzh2725j1JFcflXxPUTDgsSBz7-V9hbub0QyPFBkOXqs5ShIyzZFtbhN6L1sfEbRSmJ44E4UJDEKUOPk4VcJKNaiTf7qpUKmGrDPZu64D4o8usmaj3noqZZm8-UokM7LoXNHD4YKWIUBE9dxBTxLWY7HI8dgxp86Ydg-ZiqzkH0h-P-vFeiJwpLlNK7h7mIUmNok9tS2FtOmD9Q~UWJbT27sn9ka2X3eV0QkHMTogWuhQFO0gA~Nl7NITqQvh44urDOQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Sedalia City Council voted to advance Bill 2025-7, an ordinance proposing a 0.08-cent general sales tax to raise dedicated funding for roads, bridges, sidewalks and other infrastructure for five years, but Mayor Dawson issued a veto on Jan. 13 and returned the bill to the council.

At the council meeting, members debated ballot language and local allocation concerns, including how revenue from a county road-and-bridge tax has been distributed to cities in the past. A council member urged that Sedalia receive a fixed percentage of the county tax receipts annually—10 percent was proposed as the city's share in argument—so the city could rely on a predictable allocation rather than an annual grant process. Opponents raised concerns about the economic burden on residents and the removal of a sunset provision in the county tax language.

Council action: the ordinance (Bill 2025-7) was taken to second reading, and the council then approved it on final reading. Recorded roll-call votes during readings showed a divided council. For the second reading the council recorded 5 yes and 3 no votes; final passage recorded the same 5-3 split. (Recorded yes/no votes for the second reading included: Robinson — yes; Oldham — no; Marshall — no; Bogus — no; Miller/August — yes; Cross — yes; Foster — yes; Bliss — yes. Some roll-call transcriptions used slightly different naming conventions; the roll call recorded a 5-3 majority in favor.)

Mayor's veto: Mayor Dawson returned the ordinance to council later in the meeting with a written veto letter. In the letter read into the record, Dawson wrote he could not support placing the 0.08-cent sales tax on the April ballot for several reasons, including: the potential economic burden on working families, lack of precise ballot language tying proceeds to a clear allocation or sunset, and concern that renewing the county's 0.5 percent sales tax without a sunset removes a voter oversight mechanism. The mayor asked the council to consider alternatives such as grants or reallocation of existing funds and said he would schedule a veto-override session (the meeting record shows council staff discussing an override session prior to the statutory deadline for ballot placement).

Why it matters: a local sales tax would create a predictable revenue stream for infrastructure projects but also directly affects consumers. The mayor's veto returns the ordinance to council for possible override, revision or withdrawal ahead of county deadlines for finalizing ballot language.

Next steps: The mayor indicated an override session would be scheduled; the council may meet to consider an override before the statutory ballot filing deadline. The final placement of the measure on the April ballot depends on whether the council sustains or overrides the veto or approves revised ballot language that addresses the mayor's concerns.","The Sedalia City Council approved ordinance Bill 2025-7 to place an 0.08 (one-eighth) cent sales tax on the April ballot for roads, bridges and infrastructure, but Mayor Dawson announced a veto and returned the bill to council, citing concerns about economic burden, lack of precise ballot language and the county's concurrent road-and-bridge tax.","actionData","errors"]

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