The Friday Newsflash - April 24, 2026

The Big Takeaways - April 21, 2026
The Board of Aldermen met in Work Session on Tuesday evening. Assistant City Administrator Gina Pate presented a staffing update to the Board of Aldermen. The Board gave feedback to proceed with the reclassification of a Public Works position and an additional Police Captain. These items will be on the May 5 Board of Aldermen Meeting Agenda for consideration.

Please find the Work Session packet linked here, and video linked here.

The Board took the following actions in the Regular Meeting:

  • Approved the April 7, 2026, Board of Aldermen Work Session Minutes
  • Approved the April 7, 2026, Board of Aldermen Regular Session Minutes 
  • Approved the Financial Report for March 2026 
  • Approved a Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with Friends of Megan’s Paws and Claws formalizing the existing relationship between the parties which supports the operations of the Smithville Municipal Dog Pound. 
  • Approved a Resolution authorizing and directing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Smithville Warriors Youth Football Club for the use of city park land. 
  • Approved on first and second reading an Ordinance approving the Final Plat for Weatherstone 2 subdivision located in the City of Smithville, Missouri.
  • Approved on first reading an Ordinance approving the Final Plat for Weatherstone 2 subdivision located in the City of Smithville, Missouri.
  • Approved on first reading an Ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Smithville, Missouri by granting a conditional use permit for an ADU at 1600 East Main Street. 
  • Approved a Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an updated employment agreement with Cynthia Wagner for the position of City Administrator. 
  • Alderman Marvin Atkins was elected as Mayor Pro-Tem
  • Alderman Melissa Wilson was elected as the representative to the Planning and Zoning Commission
  • Alderman Leeah Stone was elected as the representative to the Parks and Recreation Committee
  • Alderman Chelsea Dana was nominated to be the Economic Development Representative. 
  • Bob Foster and Gina Schottel were nominated to the Smithville Housing Authority Board. 
The City Administrator's Report can be found here.

The meeting materials can be found here. 

Dates To Remember

Community Engagement Updates Police Department Updates

We are proud to share that the City of Smithville has been officially designated as a Missouri Blue Shield Community. This designation is a state recognition awarded to local governments that demonstrate a strong commitment to public safety through support for law enforcement, strong community partnerships, and efforts to reduce crime.

This recognition is not just about the Police Department alone. It reflects the commitment of the City of Smithville, our community stakeholders, and the partnership we share in working together to keep Smithville safe.

“We are proud to receive the Missouri Blue Shield designation for 2026. This recognition highlights not only the City’s commitment to public safety, but also the strong relationship we have built with the Smithville community and the support we are fortunate to have from those we serve,” Chief Lockridge said.

As a Missouri Blue Shield Community, Smithville may also be eligible for state grant opportunities that can help support equipment, training, and other public safety needs. We are grateful for the continued support of our community and proud to be part of a city that values public safety.

Senior Center Updates
  • Completed May event calendar and menu
  • Golden Grillers cooked for us at our first BBQ of the season on Wednesday with great attendance
  • Senior Center will be closed Tuesday April 28 for City Staff CPR training
  • April Activity Calendar
  • May Activity Calendar

Project Updates
Current projects can be found on our website at Smithville, MO. 

Maintenance Updates

  • Parks
    • Crew continued mowing parks
    • Replaced electrical components at the campground
    • OK Railroad Trail has continued to make great progress
  • Streets
    • Street sweeping at Stonebridge and Cedar Lakes
    • Installed road sign at 18710 Woodruff St
    • Placed road closure signs due to sinking road at Cardinal Ct
    • Painted 20 storm boxes
    • Ran camera through storm drain at 426 Fletcher Dr
    • Cut street for culvert replacement at 1024 NE 180th St
    • Street cut for water break at 411 Highland Ave
    • Street cut for water break at 406 Highland Ave
    • Mowed Liberty St with boom mower
    • Dug out half of road and added base rock at 413 Highland Ave
    • Dug out half of road and added base rock at 98 Cedar St
    • Dug out road and added base rock at 408 Highland Ave
    • Mowed both sides of ROW at Tillman Rd
    • Culvert inspection for new driveway at Lot 5 on NE 144th St
    • Hauled 102.13 tons of gravel to Utilities Division
    • Washed backhoe and skid loader
    • Replaced spark plug and blade on walk-behind saw
    • Pothole Repairs at 18710 and 18121 Eagle Parkway and 14703 Killarney Ln
    • Ran street sweeper citywide
  • Utilities
    • Total Drinking Water Production 6,437,000 gal
    • Completed all testing required at the WTP
    • Conducted weekly chemical level checks at the WTP for ordering
    • Backwashed filters 1,2,3,4 and 5 at the WTP
    • Continued working on project high service pump room rehabilitation at the WTP. Sanding pipes to prep for new paint
    • Replaced the gear on the main clarifier rake arm at the WTP
    • Continue working on project ground cover at the WTP
    • Continue working on SCADA wiring to the chemical feed pumps at the WTP
    • Completed 17 work orders and 74 locates 
    • Completed all testing required at WWTP
    • Treated 4,631,000 gallons of wastewater
    • Completed weekly checks of all booster station and towers in the distribution system
    • Collected the annual wastewater 503 sludge sample and delivered to Pace Analytical
    • Staff installed a new Dissolved Oxygen (DO) monitor and probe on SBR #3 at the WWTP
    • Collected the wastewater quarterly sample and delivered to Pace Analytical
    • Cleaned WWTP shop, put away new inventory and organized
    • Replaced alternator and blower belt on the vac trailer. Completed maintenance and cleaned
    • Replaced 2 hydraulic lines on the backhoe