City of Jefferson - City Council Work Session 02.04.2026

The City of Jefferson, Missouri City Council held a work session on February 4, 2026, focusing extensively on the city's parking operations, infrastructure, and proposed rate structures. Key procurement-related discussions included the financial status of the parking system, maintenance costs for parking lots and garages, and the need to replace aging parking meters and software. The council reviewed a $20 million estimate for a new parking garage, with debt service projected at $95,000 per month over 30 years. They discussed transitioning from old coin-operated meters to modern kiosks and mobile payment systems, with plans to install 15 kiosks in 2026. The meeting also covered proposed parking rate adjustments, including premium zones with higher rates to support garage financing, and the potential monetization of currently free parking areas, which could generate an additional $200,000 annually. Enforcement policies, including parking fines, residential parking, and special accommodations for funerals and food pantries, were also addressed. The council considered the need for code rewrites to implement these changes and discussed vendor contracts related to parking meter software and enforcement services. No formal votes were taken during this work session, but several action items were identified for future consideration, including further engagement with the downtown business association and code updates to support new parking policies.