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Cole County Commission approves banking, service and facility contracts; votes at a glance

5066452 · June 25, 2025
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Summary

At its June 24 meeting the Cole County Commission approved a package of contracts and amendments covering banking services, airport participation, lobbying services, EMS internet, equipment maintenance, building signage and several vendor agreements. The commission also approved an amendment to the senior property tax-freeze ordinance.

The Cole County Commission on June 24 approved a series of contracts, amendments and purchases covering the county's banking services, airport participation, lobbying services, EMS internet, equipment maintenance and facility upgrades.

Votes at a glance (each item approved by voice vote unless noted):

- Banking services contract (contract number 2025-19) with Central Trust Bank: commission accepted the bid and authorized the chair to sign the contract. The auditor and treasurer recommended option 2, which the presenter described as tied to the 91-day Treasury bill coupon rate with tiered spreads. (Motion made and seconded; approved by voice vote.)

- Air service guarantee participation agreement for Columbia airport (City of Columbia): commission authorized a $25,000 contribution to the fund and signed the participation agreement. (Approved by voice vote.)

- Contract for lobbying services with RJ Shear and Associates (for Cole County commissioners): commission authorized and signed the contract for lobbying assistance. (Approved by voice vote.)

- Floor repairs and…

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