City Council Meeting 7-6-26

The City Council of Moberly held a meeting on July 6, 2026, which included several procurement and contracting discussions. Key procurement actions included the receipt and approval of bids for the Green Tower demolition project, awarded to V and Company Incorporated, with demolition expected to start by late July or early August. The council also reviewed and approved bids for the 2026 overlay and milling project, selecting Emry Sap as the contractor. Additionally, a resolution was passed to authorize a sewer service user agreement with Fox Hollow, Missouri LLC, and a cooperative agreement for K9 basic training services with Boone County Sheriff's Department was approved. The council discussed a community development block grant application for general infrastructure improvements totaling around $1 million, with the city contributing approximately $380,000 and requesting $674,000 in grant funds. Internet service provider bids for all city facilities were reviewed, recommending a multi-provider approach with an estimated first-year cost of about $32,000 plus additional infrastructure costs. The council also approved a change order for the ARPA W Bash Heights stormwater and street improvement project, involving significant concrete and base work. Other procurement-related items included real estate sale considerations, airport ground lease transitions, and the adoption of a new electronic payment system for utility bills to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Several ordinances and resolutions related to contracts, grant applications, and appropriations totaling over $220,000 were approved. Overall, the meeting focused heavily on infrastructure projects, vendor contracts, and technology upgrades to support city operations.