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The Excelsior Springs City Council tackled a wide range of issues during its Oct. 7, 2024, meeting, approving several key measures, including the development of a new glamping facility, a tattoo studio, and a short-term rental. The council also amended city personnel policies affecting firefighter overtime, vacated easements for upcoming developments, and restored zoning regulations for multi-family housing. A tense moment arose during the visitor forum when a local journalist criticized recent pay scale adjustments, raising ethical concerns.

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 the General Election will be held. In an effort to keep you better informed, we have provided a list of candidates and ballot issues and links where you can find more information about each. Because Excelsior Springs spans both Ray and Clay Counties, those listed on each ballot appear below. For…

The Excelsior Springs City Council held a special meeting Friday morning, September 27, to address a range of issues, including updates to property tax rates, approval of a budget amendment to tackle recruitment challenges, and the purchase of new vehicles for the Community Development Department. The council also approved adjustments to the city’s pay scale, accepted a right of way deed for the Dry Fork Greenway Project, and made several board appointments and reappointments.

The Excelsior Springs Planning and Zoning Commission will hold its next meeting on Monday, September 30, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 201 E. Broadway. The meeting is open to the public, and citizens are encouraged to attend or participate via Zoom (Contact the City Manager’s office for login information). Residents…