Council Meetings

City Council Monthly Meeting Minutes October 15, 2026

CITY OF BURLINGTON JUNCTION, MISSOURI

BOARD OF ALDERMEN — REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

Thursday, October 15, 2026 | 9:00 a.m.

City Hall • 122 N. Clarinda Street • Burlington Junction, MO 64428

1. CALL TO ORDER

Mayor Jim Johansen called the regular meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. The Board recited the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by roll call. All Board members were present.

2. APPROVAL OF PREVIOUS MINUTES

Alderman Dennis moved to approve the previous meeting minutes. Alderman Brad seconded the motion. All voted in favor; the motion carried.

3. CORRESPONDENCE AND CITIZEN COMMENTS

Water meter placement. Citizen Carl addressed the Board regarding the proposed location of his water meter. Carl declined the proposed placement for now.

Certified letters. City Clerk Jo Anna Marriott reported that two additional certified letters had been mailed. One letter was received, and the City is working with that citizen. The second letter was refused by the recipient.

Ongoing noise complaints. The Board discussed continuing noise complaints raised by a resident, who described disturbances, lost sleep, and time missed from work to attend Board meetings over the preceding four months. The resident requested further enforcement, including monetary penalties. Board members discussed the difficulty of independently verifying the source of the reported noise and identifying the responsible party from the evidence provided. The Board advised the complainant to contact the Nodaway County Sheriff’s Office while a disturbance is occurring so that it can be investigated in real time. The resident expressed concern, based on prior experience as mayor, that the Sheriff’s Office might consider the matter civil and decline further action.

The City Clerk expressed concern about repeatedly sending certified letters to the same individual after each additional complaint. She described a previous encounter in which the recipient came to City Hall visibly upset and stated that she was uncomfortable continuing to send repeated letters because of concerns for her personal safety. The complainant expressed the view that refusing assigned duties should have consequences, in their opinion. Board members responded that the Clerk should contact law enforcement if she feels threatened or unsafe and should not have to fear for her safety while working at City Hall. The Board acknowledged the complaints. Alderman Brad agreed to speak with the neighboring resident about the reported disturbances, and Alderman Kevin agreed to accompany him. No formal enforcement action was recorded.

Feral cats. The Board and citizens discussed feral cats and the meaning of harboring an animal. The City Clerk shared her understanding of Missouri law regarding providing animals with daily necessities. The Board identified the New Nodaway Humane Society as a possible resource. No action was taken.

4. FINANCIAL REPORT

Alderman Kevin moved to approve the financial report. Alderman Dennis seconded. On roll call, all voted yes; the motion carried.

5. CITY FOREMAN’S REPORT

Alderman Kevin moved to approve the purchase of supplies for the water distribution system. Alderman Dennis seconded. All voted yes; the motion carried.

6. OLD BUSINESS

The Board received an update regarding the Hoyt Construction invoice and the process of applying costs to two properties in accordance with county guidelines. No formal action was recorded.

7. NEW BUSINESS

Employee handbook. Alderman Kevin moved to update the City Employee Handbook to reflect the City’s approved paid holidays, with reference to applicable Missouri law. Alderman Dennis seconded. On roll call, all voted yes; the motion carried.

Ordinance No. 584. Alderman Kevin reviewed proposed revisions to the ordinance regulating manufactured, mobile, and tiny (skid) homes. Proposed changes included camper guidelines, tie-down requirements, and removal of the five-year age restriction for structurally sound manufactured homes. Alderman John moved to approve the review and preparation of the proposed ordinance revisions. Alderman Brad seconded. All voted yes; the motion carried. Final adoption of amended ordinance language was not recorded.

Employee safety concerns. The Board discussed concerns involving former City employees reportedly interrupting current City employees while they are performing their job duties. Board members discussed that, while on any job site, if someone should interrupt or approach without authorization, City employees should instruct them to leave the area. Alderman Brad suggested that employees contact the Sheriff’s Office and make a report if further incidents occur. No formal action was recorded.

8. ANNOUNCEMENTS

Jo Anna announced upcoming City Hall closure dates and stated that no Pitch Tournament would be held in November or December. She invited the Board to attend the West Nodaway School Trunk or Treat on October 30, 2026.

9. NEXT MEETING

The next regular City meeting was announced for Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at City Hall. The public is invited to attend.

10. ADJOURNMENT

Alderman Brad moved to adjourn. Alderman John seconded. All voted in favor; the motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 11:07 a.m.

Respectfully submitted: __________________________________ Date: ______________

Jo Anna Marriott, City Clerk

Approved by: __________________________________ Date: ______________

Mayor Jim Johansen

Date approved by Board: ____________________________

City Council Monthly Meeting Minutes September 17, 2026

CITY OF BURLINGTON JUNCTION, MISSOURI

OFFICIAL MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN

Date: Thursday, September 17, 2026, Time: 9:00 A.M. Place: City Hall Council Chambers, 122 N. Clarinda Street, Burlington Junction, Missouri 64428

CALL TO ORDER

The meeting of the Board of Aldermen of the City of Burlington Junction, Missouri, was called to order by Mayor Jim Johansen.

ROLL CALL

All members were present:

Mayor Jim Johansen
Alderman Kevin Conn
Alderman Dennis Randall
Alderman Brad Keever

A quorum was present. Alderman John Mires arrived at 9:05 am.

APPROVAL OF PREVIOUS MEETING MINUTES

Alderman Kevin Conn made a motion to approve the minutes from the August 2026 meeting. The motion was seconded by Alderman Brad Keever. All voted in favor, and the motion carried unanimously.

FINANCIAL REPORT

Alderman Kevin Conn made a motion to approve the Financial Report as presented. The motion was seconded by Alderman Dennis Randall. All voted in favor, and the motion carried unanimously.

FOREMAN'S REPORT

Purchase of New Water Meters

Alderman Dennis Randall made a motion to approve the purchase of two boxes of new water meters. The motion was seconded by Alderman Brad Keever. All voted in favor, and the motion carried unanimously.

OLD BUSINESS

Proposed Ordinances

The Board agreed to table the two proposed ordinances until the city obtains a new attorney who can review them.

NEW BUSINESS

Adoption of Official City Logo

The Board of Aldermen considered the proposed City logo as submitted. Alderman Brad Keever made a motion to adopt the logo for use on official City letterhead and throughout the city as appropriate. The motion was seconded by Alderman Dennis Randall. All voted in favor, and the motion carried unanimously.

Backup Licensed Water Operator

Alderman Kevin Conn made a motion to authorize City Administrator Jo Anna Marriott to contact surrounding cities regarding the availability of a backup licensed water operator to meet Missouri Department of Natural Resources (DNR) requirements.

The motion was seconded by Alderman Dennis Randall. All voted in favor, and the motion carried unanimously.

CLOSED SESSION

Alderman Kevin Conn made a motion to enter closed session. The motion was seconded by Alderman Brad Keever. A roll call vote was taken, with all members voting yes. The motion carried unanimously, and the Board entered closed session.

Following the closed session discussion, Alderman Kevin Conn made a motion to close the closed session and return to open session. The motion was seconded by Alderman Brad Keever. All voted in favor, and the motion carried unanimously.

RETURN TO OPEN SESSION

Emergency Water Supply and Future Water Tower Repairs

Alderman Kevin Conn made a motion to authorize City Administrator Jo Anna Marriott and Alderman Dennis Randall to contact Rural Water to determine the requirements for connecting to its water supply.

The purpose of the inquiry is to explore an emergency backup water supply for the city, including during emergencies and anticipated water tower repairs in the spring or summer of 2027.

The motion was seconded by Alderman John Mires. All voted in favor, and the motion carried unanimously.

ADJOURNMENT

There being no further business to come before the Board, Alderman Brad Keever made a motion to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Alderman John Mires. All voted in favor, and the motion carried unanimously.

CERTIFICATION

I hereby certify that the foregoing constitutes a true and correct record of the proceedings of the Board of Aldermen of the City of Burlington Junction, Missouri.

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Jim Johansen, Mayor

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Jo Anna Marriott, City Clerk

City Council Monthly Meeting Minutes September 4, 2026

City Council Meeting Minutes

Official Record of Proceedings

Special Meeting

September 4th,2026 at 9:00 A.M

Opening and Attendance

The special meeting of the City Council was convened at 9:00 AM on Friday, September 4th, 2026, in the City Hall Council Chambers. The meeting was called to order by the mayor, who welcomed all council members and city staff. A roll call was conducted, with the following council members present:

Mayor Jim Johansen
Council Member Kevin Conn
Council Member Dennis Randall
Council Member Brad Keever
Council Member John Mires
City Staff members – Hunter, Chad and Jo Anna

A quorum was declared, and the meeting officially commenced.

After discussion, a motion was made by Council Member Dennis R. and seconded by Kevin C. to research and approve the purchase of a new city pickup truck for under $20,000.00. The motion was unanimously approved.

After discussion, a motion was made by Council Member John M. and seconded by Kevin C. to approve the purchase of (9) chairs for the Board of Aldermen and staff. The motion was unanimously approved.

Adjournment:

A motion was made by John M. and seconded by Brad K. to adjourn the meeting. The motion was unanimously approved.

There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 10:15 A, M.

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Jim Johansen / Mayor Jo Anna Marriott / City Clerk

City Council Monthly Meeting Minutes August 13, 2026

0 a.m. on Thursday, August 13th, 2026, by Mayor Jim Johansen in the City Hall Council Chambers. The mayor welcomed all council members, city staff, and members of the public.

Roll Call:

The following officials were present:

Mayor Jim Johansen
Council Member Kevin Conn
Council Member Dennis Randall
Council Member Brad Keever
Council Member John Mires

A quorum was declared present.

Approval of Previous Minutes:

The minutes of the previous City Council meeting held in July 2026were presented for review.

Council Member Kevin moved to approve the minutes as submitted. The motion was seconded by Council Member Dennis and carried out by unanimous vote.

Finance Department Report:

Council Member Dennis made a motion to approve the financial report as submitted. The motion was seconded by Council Member Kevin Conn and carried out by unanimous vote.

City Technician Report:

· Hunter reported that the MO DNR inspection went well, with a few recommendations made. Hunter and Troy gave an update on the street progress. The Board discussed closing the south road to the ballpark to heavy trucks or Semi due to the damage being done to the entrance of the ballpark. Hunter and Troy will be placing “No Semi Allowed” signs on the street. The Board discussed proceeding with purchasing the Ford 5000 Tractor for $ 5,000.00 dollars. The Board discussed purchasing a blade for the tractor as well; they also approved the purchase of a few mailbox posts. Council Member Kevin moved to proceed with purchasing the items needed for the streets. The motion was seconded by Council Member John and carried out by unanimous vote.

· The Board discussed the bid from Inland Portable for $3,750.00 for tank inspections and cleanout. Council Member Dennis moved to proceed with the bid. The motion was seconded by Council Member Brad and carried out by unanimous vote.

· Hunter, Troy, and Chad will be getting the Parks ready for the Farmers Fall Festival on Saturday, September 12th,2026.

Old Business:

· Jim stated that he is still searching for a truck for the city.

New Business:

· The Board discussed proceeding forward with researching a new local city attorney. Permitting Kevin Conn to move forward with that search. Council Member John moved to proceed. The motion was seconded by Council Member Dennis and carried out by unanimous vote.

· It was announced that Jo Ann is fully licensed with MO DNR and holds the Treatment “C” and DS II licenses that are needed, and that the City of Burlington Junction should be fully in compliance with MO DNR. Hunter stated that he will be scheduling his Treatment “C” Test as soon as he gets the email from PSI.

· City Hall will be CLOSED Monday, September 7th, 2026, for Labor Day and also the following week. City Hall will reopen Monday, September 14th, 2026, at normal business hours

General Discussion:

There was discussion held on the topic of New Nodaway Humane Society guidelines going forward, with also a public post made to Facebook as to how it needs to be handled. A council member asked about the city placing a float in the Fall Festival Parade on Saturday, Sept 12th,2026 inviting the council and their family to ride or walk with the float. There was discussion about adopting (2) new City Ordinances at the next regular meeting about On-Site Sewage Disposal System and Noise. The Board members were given a rough draft of the ordinances for review before the next regular meeting for further discussion or passage.

Adjournment:

There being no further business coming before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 11:15 A.M.

Council Member John made a motion to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Council Member Kevin and carried out by unanimous vote.

The next Public Meeting will be held on Thursday, September 17th, 2026, at 9:00 am.

Certification:

I hereby certify that the foregoing constitutes a true and correct record of the proceedings of the City Council of the City of Burlington Junction, Missouri.

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Jim Johansen, Mayor & Jo Anna Marriott, City Clerk

City Council Public Hearing Proposed Tax Rate 2026

City of Burlington Junction

August 13th, 2026, at 9:00 A.M.

122 N Clarinda St

Burlington Junction, MO 64428

Opening and Attendance

The Special meeting of the City Council was convened at 9:00 a.m. on August 13th, 2026, in the City Hall Council Chambers. The meeting was called to order by the mayor, who welcomed all council members, city staff, and members of the public. A roll call was conducted, with the following council members present:

Mayor Jim Johansen
Council Member Kevin Conn
Council Member Dennis Randall
Council Member Brad Keever
Council Member John Mires

A quorum was declared, and the meeting officially commenced.

The Council Members discussed the 2026 Proposed Tax Rate for the following items

General Fund

1.0000 $43,420.74

Street Fund

1.0000 $43,420.74

Bond (Debt Service)

2.7913 $121,200.31

Council Member Kevin moved to approve the FY 2026 Proposed Tax Rate. Council Member Dennis seconded the motion. The motion was unanimously approved.

Adjournment

There being no further discussion, the meeting was adjourned at 9:15 AM. Council Member Kevin moved to close the Public Hearing. Council Member Dennis seconded the motion. The motion was unanimously approved.

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Jim Johansen, Mayor & Jo Anna Marriott, City Clerk

City Council Monthly Meeting Minutes July 24, 2026

City of Burlington Junction, Missouri

Official Minutes of the City Council

Date: Friday, July 24th,2026
Time: 09:00 A.M.
Place: City Hall Council Chambers
122 N. Clarinda Street
Burlington Junction, Missouri 64428Meeting

Call to Order:

The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Burlington Junction, Missouri, was called to order at 09:00 a.m. on July 24th, 2026, by Mayor Jim Johansen in the City Hall Council Chambers. The mayor welcomed all council members, city staff, and members of the public.

Roll Call:

The following officials were present:

Mayor Jim Johansen
Council Member Kevin Conn
Council Member Dennis Randall
Council Member Brad Keever
Council Member John Mires

A quorum was declared present.

Approval of Previous Minutes:

The minutes of the previous City Council meeting held in June 2026were presented for review.

Council Member Kevin made a motion to approve the minutes as submitted. The motion was seconded by Council Member Dennis and carried out by unanimous vote.

Finance Department Report:

Council Member Dennis made a motion to approve the financial report as submitted. The motion was seconded by Council Member Kevin Conn and carried out by unanimous vote.

City Technician Report:

None reported at this time

Old Business:

None reported at this time

New Business:

· The Board discussed proceeding forward with looking into street equipment and also possibly a newer truck for the city. Council member Dennis moved to proceed. The motion was seconded by Council Member Kevin and carried out by unanimous vote.

· The Board discussed the current FY 26-27 Budget. A motion was made by Kevin to accept the current submitted budget for FY 26-27. The motion was seconded by Council Member Dennis and carried out by unanimous vote.

· The Board discussed the hiring of Troy Hanes for street maintenance and repairs for a monthly salary of $1,800.00. A motion was made by Kevin to hire Troy. The motion was seconded by Council Member Brad and carried by unanimous vote.

· The Board discussed the (2) sealed bids and accepted Hoyt Construction's bid for the amount of $20,800.00. A motion was made by Brad to hire Hoyt Construction. The motion was seconded by Council Member John and carried out by unanimous vote

· The Board discussed the camper “living” within the city limits and agreed to table it for now to allow time to get more information.