City of Jefferson - City Council Meeting 03.16.2026

The City of Jefferson, Missouri City Council held a meeting on March 16, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key agenda items included approval of amended Planned Unit Development (PUD) plans for residential subdivisions and apartment complexes, with presentations from developers highlighting project details such as lot reductions, green space preservation, and affordable housing considerations. The council also discussed and voted on ordinances related to zoning changes, traffic control measures, and a $50,000 supplemental appropriation for an air service agreement at Columbia Regional Airport. Additionally, the council approved a tax credit agreement for a hotel, conference center, and parking facility project. Resolutions were passed to apply for Missouri State Transit Assistance and Elderly and Handicapped Transportation Assistance grants. A significant procurement-related item was the approval of a supplemental employee benefits insurance program, projected to save the city approximately $200,000 annually while enhancing employee take-home pay and benefits. The meeting also addressed parking improvements downtown, including the addition of approximately 30 metered parking spots. The council discussed procedural matters for filling a council vacancy and emphasized adherence to city codes and ordinances. Several votes were taken on ordinances and resolutions, with motions passed to advance procurement and budget initiatives affecting city infrastructure, development, and employee benefits.