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City of Bolivar, Missouri 06/23/2026 Board Regular Session
Published: Jun 23, 2026
City Approves Park Hours and Anti-Camping Ordinance to Enhance Safety and Address Vandalism
The board discussed and approved an ordinance to establish hours of operation for city parks, prohibit camping and lodging, and allow for the removal of personal property. This ordinance aims to address issues of vandalism, public safety concerns, and the impact of homeless encampments in parks. The ordinance applies to all city parks and includes provisions for enforcement by police officers. Specific hours for certain parks, like Dunigan and Cribs Family Youth Park, will be determined by the board via resolution. The ordinance also includes provisions for the removal of property and penalties for violations.
City Imposes Six-Month Moratorium on Data Center Applications
The board approved a six-month moratorium on the acceptance, processing, and approval of applications and permits for various scales of commercial data centers. The ordinance includes definitions, exemptions for institutional and governmental entities, and provisions for hardship and safety valves.
City Approves Insurance Policy Renewal Amidst Rising Commercial Auto Costs
The board discussed the city's property and casualty insurance policy renewal. While most coverage lines saw increases aligning with national averages, general liability premiums decreased due to effective claims control. Commercial auto insurance experienced a significant increase due to industry-wide unprofitability and recent incidents. Work comp saw a moderate increase, partly due to increased payroll, but the experience mod decreased. The board approved the renewal of the property and casualty policy and the sovereign immunity preservation writer.
City Adopts Ordinance for Temporary Park Exclusions and Appeals Process
The board considered and approved an ordinance establishing a procedure for the temporary exclusion of individuals from city parks for specified misconduct. This ordinance includes provisions for written notice, an opportunity to appeal, and penalties for violating an exclusion notice. It aims to provide a mechanism for addressing repeated misconduct in parks beyond simple trespassing.
City Authorizes Engineering Services for Frisco Highline Bike Lane Connector Project
The board approved a bill authorizing an agreement with CJW Transportation Consultants for engineering services related to the Frisco Highline bike lane connector project. The project aims to add an on-street bike lane that will overlay Aldrich and connect to the existing Frisco Highline path.
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