Point of View

Festivals are back - providing us entertainment, social & economic benefits. In the chaotic & stressful planet we inhabit, festival happiness is overshadowed by our negativity. Thus, festivals that give us the opportunity to forget all our worries & celebrate the positive side of life, even if it is for a few days, are here to stay or... bounce back after the pause. Nothing brings people together like festivals do. They divert peoples’ attention from their demanding lives & amuse them in their leisure time. Thank you for bringing back Waterfest, Wine Fest, Bike racing, & many more to come.

Monday, Noon - Hospital Board of Trustees, 6PM - Planning & Zoning Commission

Tuesday, 4:30PM - Municipal Court, 6PM - Park & Recreation Board

Wednesday - Farmer's Markets Thursday, 8AM - ESCC trip to KC Zoo; 10AM - Housing Authority

• Fireworks Season is here. Fireworks Displays are permitted between 6/28-7/5 from 10AM - 10PM; and on 7/3 & 7/4 display are permitted until 11PM. Since fireworks have been allowed in the city limits, the police department call volume is manageable. Based on the past years, the typical complaints from neighbors upset with fireworks use is noise afterhours, and fireworks debris falling on their house, car or yard. Please let you neighbor know in advance if you are planning a party, so important conversations happen.
• Conversations started with contractor addressing stabilization issues @ Hall of Waters, scheduling work to begin
• Fishing River Watershed Study met with lots of folks this weekend during Waterfest, finding valuable information while walking the river to discover or confirm data from mapping & modeling that has taken place
• Council voted to change property/liability & worker's compensation policy to Travelers Insurance, deductibles were increased to significantly lower premiums

Celebrating Work Anniversaries this week:

• Sarah Davis, Fire Administrative Assistant - 8 years
• Jennifer Van Campen, PT Group Fitness Instructor - 2 years
• Abagail Weaver & Emma Craven, PT Water Safety Instructor - 1 year
• Clint Reno, PT IT Coordinator - 1 year

The City Council manages 12 advisory boards with over 100 volunteer positions. The Council's policy is to appoint individuals meeting qualifications set by State Statute or City Ordinance, with knowledge of the subject matter considered & involvement in municipal/civic activities. Secondarily, the Council may consider the geographical area of the City where applicant resides, in order to ensure a balanced representation of the City on each advisory board. The council fills vacancies from solicited applications (application is on city website). All appointments require nomination by the Mayor & affirmation by council. The term of office is defined by State Statutes or City ordinance & ranges fom 3-5 years. Members shall not serve more than 3 full terms nor serve on more than 2 boards at a time. As most board positions renew on 9/30, one month prior, the Council will consider applications of present appointees & active applications currently on file. Council may then either reappoint or declare the office vacant & proceed to consider applications for appointment.

Hospital Trustees will hear reports from CEO, CNO, CMO, CFO, & Department Presentations

PZ will hold public hearings to amend Zoning Regulations, Floodway & Floodway Fringe & Historic Preservation Overlay Districts, Sign Regulations, Permits, Enforcement, Amendments & Penalties, Subdivision Regulations; Rezone 1403 N. Jesse James Road from C3 to M1

City Council is looking for best date for special meeting to provide direction for Phase 2 (Aquatics Center) at the Community Center.

ES is a fantastic town & am proud to represent it as my home town! Community Center is great! Downtown needs some rejuvenation but could be great! Read it www.niche.com

Email: mmcgovern@excelsiorsprings.gov
Website: cityofesmo.com
Location: Hall of Waters, 201 E. Broadway, 64024
Phone: (816) 630-0752