Jackson County Legislature approves $75K for new prosecutor position and $100K for financial system

The Jackson County Legislature convened on June 18, 2025, to address a series of agenda items focused on appropriations, ordinance amendments, and resolutions impacting various county departments and initiatives.

The meeting commenced with a request from the prosecutor for immediate adoption of measures to facilitate the execution of contracts related to funding distribution. Following a brief discussion, the legislature voted in favor, resulting in a unanimous decision to proceed.

The agenda progressed to the perfection of proposed ordinances, including the repeal and replacement of sections related to firearm possession and age restrictions. The legislature also considered amendments to the Jackson County Code concerning protections against retaliation for complaints, with both items held for further discussion.

Significant appropriations were proposed, including $75,000 from the 2025 anti-crime sales tax fund to create a new position within the Jackson County Prosecutor's Office and $100,000 for a financial management system for grant reporting. Both measures were perfected and placed on the consent agenda for adoption.

Further appropriations included $25,000 for a cooperative agreement with the Stand Against Violence KC project and $69,345 for a grant extension from the Missouri Department of Social Services, both of which were also perfected and added to the consent agenda.

The legislature addressed additional items, including a $198,000 appropriation for family court renovations and a $387,500 contract for food management services at the Jackson County Detention Center. The latter was held for further review following a legislator's request for additional discussion.

Several resolutions were introduced, including authorizations for contracts related to food services, software maintenance, and various supply contracts for county departments. Most resolutions were recommended for adoption and placed on the consent agenda.

The meeting concluded with discussions on the declaration of surplus county vehicles and the authorization of their disposal, with further details to be addressed in subsequent sessions.

Overall, the meeting highlighted the legislature's ongoing efforts to manage county resources effectively while addressing public safety and operational needs. The next steps will involve the adoption of perfected items and continued discussions on held measures in future meetings.