The Rock Port Board of Aldermen met for a special meeting Friday, May 3, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. with Mayor Amy Thomas presiding. Board members present were Jeff Geib, Michael Graves, Raechel Schoonover, and Kelley Herron. Visitors were Jennifer Roup and Maggie Lair.

Mayor Amy Thomas called the meeting to order.

Meeting Agenda

Herron moved to amend the meeting agenda to allow Jennifer Roup and Maggie Lair to speak for five minutes. Geib seconded. All votes aye.

Jennifer spoke on behalf of a local child to oppose micro wrestling, stating that the Cook family does not want this event to take place. Herron argued that the wrestlers rely on this for their living, and questioned whether they should be allowed to make a living. It was also mentioned that the Tourism Board would not be paying for it, as a private citizen is willing to donate to the cost. The board discussed that it should not take place on Main Street but did not vote against it being held at other locations. Roup stated that it won’t happen because she called around and ensured no one will rent them a space for the event.

Executive Session

Herron moved to adjourn into executive session pursuant to Section 610.021(2) RSMo at 5:18 p.m.

Herron moved to adjourn executive session at 7:40 p.m. Geib seconded. All votes aye.

Other Business – Codes

The tube at Pankaus does not meet code requirements and needs to be removed because it is directing water towards Irvine’s home. Chief Morris is responsible for informing Pankau, and the city is responsible for removing the tube. Pankaus can have the tube replaced at their own expense with approval and inspection by a city-approved engineer.

The meeting adjourned at 7:47 p.m.

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The Rock Port Board of Aldermen attended the Park Board meeting on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at 7:05 p.m. Board members present were Mayor Amy Thomas and Aldermen Jeff Geib, Michael Graves, and Kelley Herron.

Liaison Graves informed the Park Board that they are currently an administrative board. The City Council discussed what they are willing to do and at what cost, if any.