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From the Editor’s Desk
What will policing look like in Kimmswick when festival crowds fill the streets? That’s one of the questions facing the city after aldermen voted to dissolve its police department and turn law enforcement over to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office. In today’s edition, we look at what led to the vote and how the city plans to cover its special events.
In Arnold, the council turned down a rezoning request along Lonedell Road and approved new rules for e-bikes and scooters. In Festus, the stretch of West Main Street between Collins and Sunshine drives is now the city’s top street priority. We’ve also rounded up the coming week’s public meetings and community events, and we’ll introduce you to a Shepherd mix who would love to be your only pet.
The police chief’s retirement prompted the vote to dissolve the city’s department. Now Kimmswick faces the cost of bringing in extra deputies for special events.
The council voted 5–2 against the rezoning after a debate over traffic and neighborhood safety. Police say education will come first as the city rolls out its new e-bike and scooter rules.
A crash review put West Main Street between Collins and Sunshine drives at the top of the city’s street plan. The council also approved a first-responder pavilion at Crites Park.
Find times and locations for public meetings from November 12–18, including two Jefferson County Council work sessions and several school board meetings.
This affectionate girl loves walks and belly rubs and would do best as the only pet in the home. Her adoption fee is $50.
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County Dispatch
Kimmswick is saying goodbye to its local police department. Following the retirement of its police chief, aldermen voted to dissolve the department and turn law enforcement responsibilities over to the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office. But what will that mean for residents, businesses, and the thousands of visitors attending the town's popular festivals? The city faces new financial considerations, including paying for additional deputies during special events. Here's why leaders made the decision and what happens next.
A proposed housing development along Lonedell Road sparked debate over traffic, neighborhood safety, and how many homes could eventually be built before the Arnold City Council rejected the rezoning request in a 5-2 vote. Meanwhile, new e-bike and scooter regulations are headed to Arnold's streets, but police say education will come before aggressive enforcement. Find out what changed and what it means for residents.
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If you’ve ever waited to turn left on West Main Street during school traffic, Festus’ new street plan starts there. The council made the stretch between Collins and Sunshine drives its top priority after a review found it had the most crashes. Monday’s meeting also brought approval for a first-responder pavilion at Crites Park and news that a memorial batting cage at Sunset Park is finally complete after nine years.
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Government Meetings
1000 Viking Drive, Hillsboro, MO 63050
13000 State Road TT, Festus, MO 63028
2101 Jeffco Boulevard, Arnold, MO 63010
2842 High Ridge Boulevard, High Ridge, MO 63049
17 Boyd Street, De Soto, MO 63020
729 Maple Street, Hillsboro, MO 63050
4215 Jeffco Boulevard, Arnold, MO 63010
950 North Fifth Street, Festus, MO 63028
1 Parkwood Court, Herculaneum, MO 63048
401 Main Street, Pevely, MO 63070
729 Maple Street, Hillsboro, MO 63050
30 Main Street, Pevely, MO 63070
849 Jeffco Boulevard, Arnold, MO 63010
2970 Schneider Drive, Arnold, MO 63010
195 Old Sugar Creek Road, High Ridge, MO 63049
4629 Yeager Road, Hillsboro, MO 63050
141 Osage Executive Circle, Byrnes Mill, MO 63051
7 Blue Jay Way, Festus, MO 63028
2101 Jeffco Boulevard, Arnold, MO 63010
949 Windsor Harbor Road, Imperial, MO 63052
All times are Central. Check the linked notice before heading out, especially for meetings listed on a regular schedule.
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Community Events
The Jefferson Review gathers local events, community flyers, fundraisers, family activities, and public notices in one easy place.
Adoptable Pet of the Week
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