8-18-26 Commission Meeting

The Franklin County, Missouri Commission held a meeting on August 18, 2026, which included several procurement-related actions and public discussions. The commission approved multiple contract-related orders, including a state cyber crime grant agreement with the Missouri Department of Public Safety, an emergency management performance grant sub-recipient award, and a guaranteed price agreement with ADP Incorporated featuring improved pricing terms. They also approved a copier contract with RICO USA for the prosecuting attorney's office, which resulted in monthly savings, and a technology configuration proposal with Drexel Technologies for the planning and zoning department. Additionally, the commission filed proposed 2021 ICC building codes and amendments for public review. Public comments focused heavily on concerns about proposed hyperscale data centers in the county, including environmental, health, and economic impacts, as well as calls for moratoriums and greater community involvement. There were also allegations of conflicts of interest related to campaign contributions and county contracts. No votes were taken on the data center issues during this meeting, but the commission acknowledged ongoing public concern and the need for further discussion.