7-7-26 Commission Meeting

The Franklin County, Missouri Commission held a meeting on July 7, 2026, which included several procurement-related actions and public discussions. The commission approved multiple orders, including the vacation of subdivision streets and alleys, a memorandum of understanding with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, and awarded a bid for trap rock hauling to several vendors for the Franklin County Highway Department. Public comments focused heavily on opposition to proposed data centers in the county, citing environmental concerns, water usage, noise, and impacts on local communities and conservation areas. Citizens urged the commission to slow the approval process, increase transparency, and consider regulations related to data center operations. The meeting concluded with a call for open communication and a motion to adjourn.