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5/19/2025 ROSTER
NAME TERM #APPOINTED TERM EXPIRES
Boeller, Keith 1 4/17/2023 4/30/2026
*Cleair, Beverly 2 4/17/2023 4/30/2026
1 6/15/2020 4/30/2023
Davidson, Justin 2 5/2/2022 4/30/2025
1 4/15/2019 4/30/2022
P 3/4/2019 4/30/2019
Kopp, Nancy 1 4/15/2024 4/30/2027
*Loy, Bruce 1 4/15/2024 4/30/2027
Mehner, Mark 1 4/15/2024 4/30/2027
P 5/2/2022 4/30/2024
Russell, John 1 4/21/2024 4/30/2028
Ward, Kent P 4/21/2025 4/30/2028
P 10/7/2024 4/30/2025
Wasson, Shawn 1 4/17/2023 4/30/2026
P 9/20/2021 4/30/2023
P = Partial Term
* Board member resides outside Cape Girardeau city limits. See residency information below.
COUNCIL LIAISON: Mark Bliss
RESIDENCY: Two members of the airport board may be residents of Cape Girardeau County, Scott County, Bollinger
County, or Perry County. The remaining members must be residents of the city.
STAFF LIAISON: JoJo Stuart, Airport Manager (Coordinator: Audrey Lorch)
DESCRIPTION: The airport board may recommend rules and regulations governing the use and operation of the
airport. The board may make recommendations to the city council with respect to any contract, agreement, or lease
for the construction, purchase of land and/or equipment, or other capital improvement, or for the maintenance or
operation of the airport.
MEETING TIME: Monthly, Second Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. at the Cape Girardeau Regional Airport Restaurant
NUMBER OF MEMBERS: 9
TERM LIMIT: 2 Full Term Limits (3‐Year Terms)
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
5/19/2025 ROSTER
NAME TERM #APPOINTED TERM EXPIRES
Dowdy, Larry 1 4/15/2024 3/6/2029
Hill, Gary 1 5/1/2023 3/6/2028
Robertson, Ron 1 3/15/2021 3/6/2026
ALT 10/5/2020 9/4/2025
Richard Knote 1 5/5/2025 3/6/2030
Larry Caldwell 1 5/5/2025 3/6/2027
Hart, Edward (ALT)ALT 8/17/2020 9/4/2025
ALT 11/2/2015 9/4/2020
ALT 9/20/2010 9/4/2015
ALT 8/15/2005 9/4/2010
ALT 1/22/2002 9/4/2005
Hinton, David (ALT)ALT 8/17/2020 9/4/2025
ALT 11/2/2015 9/4/2020
ALT 4/15/2013 9/4/2015
Jordan Drury (ALT)ALT 5/5/2025 9/4/2025
P = Partial Term
STAFF LIAISON: Ryan Shrimplin, City Planner (Coordinator: Carol Peters)
COUNCIL LIAISON:
TERM LIMIT: 2 Full Term Limits (5‐Year Terms)
RESIDENCY: City of Cape Girardeau
DESCRIPTION: Hears and decides appeals from decisions of the building official in the enforcement of the zoning
ordinance. Hears requests for variances from provisions of the zoning ordinance where strict enforcement would cause
undue hardship due to circumstances unique to the individual under consideration. The Board of Adjustment shall not
permit, as a variance, any use in a district that is not permitted under the zoning ordinance. The Board may impose
conditions in the granting of variances to insure compliance and to protect adjacent property.
NUMBER OF MEMBERS: 5 (3 alternate members may be appointed to serve in the absence of, or the disqualification
of, the regular members)
MEETING TIME: Monthly, First Thursday at 5:30 pm in the Council Chambers
BOARD OF APPEALS
5/19/2025 ROSTER
NAME FIELD TERM #APPOINTED TERM EXPIRES
Blasiney, Robert Contractor/Electric 2 6/3/2024 6/4/2029
1 5/20/2019 6/4/2024
P 1/20/2015 6/4/2019
ALT 10/6/2014 6/4/2019
Cantrell, Melanie Structural engineer 3 10/17/2022 6/4/2027
2 6/5/2017 6/4/2022
1 6/4/2012 6/4/2017
P 12/15/2008 6/4/2012
Geringer, Derrick Contractor 1 6/21/2021 6/4/2026
Milde, Craig Architect 1 5/19/2025 6/30/2030
1 6/1/2020 6/4/2025
P 11/2/2015 6/4/2020
Nordstrum, Alayna structural engineer P 5/19/2025 9/4/2025
Sandin, Willie (Duane) electrical engineer 1 6/3/2024 6/4/2028
ALT 5/20/2019 6/4/2024
ALT 1/20/2015 6/4/2019
Strickland, Mark Mechanical 2 10/17/2022 6/4/2027
1 6/5/2017 6/4/2022
P 10/6/2014 6/4/2017
ALT 6/2/2014 6/2/2019
Kristen Uhrhan (ALT) Architect P 5/19/2025 6/4/2029
Bruce Baker (ALT) construction contractor P 5/19/2025 6/4/2028
P = Partial Term
COUNCIL LIAISON:
STAFF LIAISON: Doug Weisbrod, Building and Code Enforcement Manager
NUMBER OF MEMBERS: 7 (plus 2 alternates)
MEETING TIME: As Needed, Second Thursday of the Month at 7 pm in the Council Chambers
TERM LIMIT: 2 Full Term Limits (5‐Year Terms)
DESCRIPTION: Reviews ordinances and makes recommendations to the City Council. Reviews disputes
in decisions of the Building Official. Board members required to have specialized knowledge in
engineering, architecture or building trades in order to address all appeals dealing with building codes
and minimum property standards. No more than two from each of the following professions: (1)
Registered design professional that is a registered architect; or a builder or superintendent of building
construction with at least 10 years experience 5 of which shall have been in responsible charge of work;
(2) Registered design professional with structural engineering or architectural experience; (3) Registered
design professional with mechanical or plumbing engineering experience; or a mechanical or plumbing
contractor with 10 years experience 5 of which shall have been in responsible charge of work; (4)
Registered design professional with electrical engineering experience; or an electrical contractor with at
least 10 years experience 5 of which shall have been in responsible charge of work; (5) Registered
design professional with fire protection engineering experience; or a fire protection contractor with at
least ten years experience 5 of which shall have been in responsible charge of work.
RESIDENCY: Members must be residents of the City of Cape Girardeau. However, if no qualified city
residents apply, applicants residing within Cape Girardeau County will be considered.
CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU ADVISORY BOARD
5/19/2025 ROSTER
NAME FIELD TERM #APPOINTED TERM EXPIRES
Echimovich, John Mid‐America Hotels 1 6/17/2024 6/30/2027
Gilligan, Rob Chamber of Commerce 1 6/17/2024 6/30/2027
Haynes, Liz Old Town Cape 1 6/17/2024 6/30/2027
Kluge, Randy Drury Southwest P 6/17/2024 6/30/2026
Noto, Dr. Quantella SEMO P 6/17/2024 6/30/2026
Patel, Anissa Local Restaurants P 6/17/2024 6/30/2026
Randolph, Lyle Century Casino P 6/17/2024 6/30/2025
Ritter Jr., Carl NSSC Volleyball P 6/17/2024 6/30/2025
Saverino, Nate SEMO P 6/17/2024 6/30/2025
P = Partial Term
COUNCIL LIAISON:
DESCRIPTION: Act in an advisory capacity to the Convention and Visitors Bureau, including providing recommendations
on the methods of promoting tourism, conventions, meetings and other activities and events. Recommend a long‐term
strategic plan for operations of the Convention and Visitors Bureau, including use of the Marketing Investment Fund.
Provide recommendations to the Convention and Visitors Bureau on goals, plans, policies and proposed projects for the
convention and visitors bureau. Shall consist of nine (9) members comprised of the following: two (2) members shall be
owners or operators of hotels or motels within the city limits, one (1) member shall be from the Cape Girardeau Area
Chamber of Commerce, one (1) member shall be from Old Town Cape, one (1) member shall be an owner or operator
of a restaurant within the city limits, and four (4) members shall have demonstrated by past activities an interest in the
entertainment, hospitality, convention or tourism business.
NUMBER OF MEMBERS: 9
MEETING TIME: Bi‐Monthly (odd months), First Monday at noon at the Osage Centre
TERM LIMIT: 2 Full Term Limits (3‐Year Terms)
RESIDENCY: The City Council may, by initial appointment, waive the residency requirement in Article V, Section 2‐124,
for members appointed on June 17, 2024, until completion of two consecutive full terms on the board.
STAFF LIAISON: Doug Gannon, Parks Director (Coordinator: Dana (Emily) Beck)
GOLF COURSE ADVISORY BOARD
5/19/2025 ROSTER
NAME TERM #APPOINTED TERM EXPIRES
Jarod Handley (Jaycees) P 5/5/2025 9/4/2026
Esicar, Janet 2 11/4/2024 11/12/2027
1 11/1/2021 11/12/2024
P 3/1/2021 11/12/2021
Gannon, Cindy 2 3/6/2023 1/18/2026
1 1/21/2020 1/18/2023
P 9/3/2019 1/18/2020
Jones, Kristen P 9/3/2024 11/12/2025
Kelley, Timothy P 3/18/2025 1/18/2026
Kneer, Claire 2 11/20/2023 11/12/2026
1 11/2/2020 11/12/2023
Parham, Josh 2 11/4/2024 11/12/2027
1 11/1/2021 11/12/2024
P 3/1/2021 11/12/2021
Pingel, Dale 1 11/7/2022 11/12/2025
Pippins, Lindsey 1 9/5/2023 9/4/2026
P = Partial Term
COUNCIL LIAISON:
STAFF LIAISON: Doug Gannon, Parks Director (Coordinator: Natalia Beasley)
DESCRIPTION: Recommends policy regarding capital improvements and programming to staff. One member shall be a
member of Cape Jaycees and designated by that organization as its representative.
NUMBER OF MEMBERS: 9
MEETING TIME: Bi‐Monthly (even months), Fourth Thursday at noon at the Osage Centre
TERM LIMIT: 3 Full Term Limits (3‐Year Terms)
RESIDENCY: City of Cape Girardeau
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
5/19/2025 ROSTER
NAME TERM #APPOINTED TERM EXPIRES
Atkins, Carl David 1 4/3/2023 4/16/2026
Balsmann, Brian 1 4/1/2024 4/16/2027
P 11/7/2022 4/16/2024
Glaser, Kirstin 1 4/1/2024 4/16/2027
P 9/6/2022 4/16/2024
Kinsley, Felix (honorary) n/a 6/6/2005 N/A
Lane, Ryan 2 4/7/2025 4/16/2028
1 4/4/2022 4/16/2025
P 12/7/2020 4/16/2022
Lincoln, Denise 1 4/7/2025 4/16/2028
P 4/3/2023 4/16/2025
Modrow, Aaron 1 6/5/2023 4/16/2026
Sides, Phyllis 2 4/1/2024 4/16/2027
1 4/5/2021 4/16/2024
P 4/20/2020 4/16/2021
Smith, Mary Kay 1 4/3/2023 4/16/2026
P 2/21/2023 4/16/2023
Tyson, Meghan 1 4/7/2025 4/16/2028
P 8/7/2023 4/16/2025
P = Partial Term
RESIDENCY: City of Cape Girardeau
DESCRIPTION: Administers the City's Historic Preservation program and advises the Planning and Zoning Commission
and City Council on matters relating to Historic Preservation. Accepts and reviews applications for designation of local
historic landmarks and historic districts. Recommends designation to Planning and Zoning Commission and City
Council. Accepts and reviews applications for nomination to the National Register of Historic Places. Plans for Historic
Preservation in the community. Educates community on historic preservation. Commission members should have a
demonstrated interest in historic preservation. To the extent available, the commission shall include professional
members representing such disciplines as architecture, law, real estate, history and or any other field related to
historic preservation.
NUMBER OF MEMBERS: 9
MEETING TIME: Monthly, Third Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers
TERM LIMIT: 2 Full Term Limits (3‐Year Terms)
COUNCIL LIAISON:
STAFF LIAISON: Ryan Shrimplin, City Planner (Coordinator: Carol Peters)
LIQUOR LICENSE REVIEW BOARD
5/19/2025 ROSTER
NAME TERM #APPOINTED TERM EXPIRES
Cooper, Brandon (CRO) 2 11/21/2022 12/1/2025
1 12/16/2019 12/1/2022
P 8/7/2017 7/1/2020
Fehr, Richard 2 12/4/2023 12/1/2026
1 11/16/2020 12/1/2023
Newman, James 2 11/18/2024 12/1/2027
1 11/15/2021 12/1/2024
P 12/16/2019 12/1/2021
Griffin, Christen (ALT) ALT 12/4/2023 12/1/2026
P = Partial Term
COUNCIL LIAISON:
STAFF LIAISON: Gayle Conrad, City Clerk
DESCRIPTION: Hear appeals from denial of liquor license application. Hear appeals from suspension or revocation of
liquor license. Hear appeals from objecting neighbor of a liquor license application.
NUMBER OF MEMBERS: 3 (plus 1 alternate)
MEETING TIME: Meetings as Needed
TERM LIMIT: 2 Full Term Limits (3‐Year Terms)
RESIDENCY: City of Cape Girardeau
PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD
5/19/2025 ROSTER
NAME TERM #APPOINTED TERM EXPIRES
Bruenderman, Darrin 2 11/18/2024 10/29/2027
1 1/24/2022
10/29/2024
Buck, Tamara Zellars 1 11/7/2022 10/29/2025
Dement, Jerry 1 10/16/2023 10/29/2026
Drummond, Thomas P 5/20/2024 10/29/2025
Evans, Dr. Beverly 2 10/16/2023 10/29/2026
1 10/19/2020 10/29/2023
P 5/21/2018 10/29/2020
Hill, Lewis Jackson
(Tree Board Liaison)2 11/18/2024 10/29/2027
1 10/18/2021
10/29/2024
Huston, Percy 1 11/7/2022 10/29/2025
P 7/18/2022 10/29/2022
Maloney, Mary‐Ann 1 10/16/2023 10/29/2026
Moore, Mark 1 11/18/2024 10/29/2027
Moore, Philip 1 11/18/2024 10/29/2027
P 9/19/2022
10/29/2024
Spear, John P 8/19/2024 10/29/2025
P = Partial Term
COUNCIL LIAISON: David Cantrell
RESIDENCY: City of Cape Girardeau
STAFF LIAISON: Doug Gannon, Parks Director (Coordinator: Moriah Lincoln)
DESCRIPTION: The park and recreation advisory board shall act in an advisory capacity to the city council to review,
promote and expedite development of existing and new public park and recreational facilities and activities
NUMBER OF MEMBERS: 11
MEETING TIME: Monthly, Second Monday at 5:30 p.m. at the Osage Centre
TERM LIMIT: 2 Full Term Limits (3‐Year Terms)
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
5/19/2025 ROSTER
NAME TERM #APPOINTED TERM EXPIRES
Bertrand, Trae 1 11/6/2023 11/1/2027
Blank, Scott 2 10/21/2024 11/1/2028
1 11/2/2020 11/1/2024
Greaser, Kevin 2 10/18/2021 11/1/2025
P 11/2/2020 11/1/2021
1 10/17/2016 11/1/2020
P 9/19/2016 11/1/2016
Guard, Robbie 1 10/21/2024 11/1/2028
P 4/15/2024 11/1/2024
Jackson, Derek 2 10/17/2022 11/1/2026
1 11/19/2018 11/1/2022
Jones, Gerald P 8/21/2023 11/1/2025
Martin, Chris 1 10/17/2022 11/1/2026
Martin, Nick 1 11/6/2023 11/1/2027
P 3/15/2021 11/1/2023
McElreath, Emily P 10/21/2024 11/1/2026
P = Partial Term
COUNCIL LIAISON:
RESIDENCY: City of Cape Girardeau
STAFF LIAISON: Ryan Shrimplin, City Planner (Coordinator: Carol Peters)
DESCRIPTION: Prepares and maintains the comprehensive plan for development of the community, including the
city's major street plan. Hears requests for zoning changes and special use permits and recommends actions to the
City Council. Reviews preliminary and record subdivision plats and recommends action on these to the City Council.
Hears request for exceptions from the provisions of the development code ordinance where strict enforcement would
cause undue hardship due to circumstances unique to the individual property under consideration. Recommends
changes in the City's zoning ordinances to the City Council.
NUMBER OF MEMBERS: 9
MEETING TIME: Monthly, Second Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers
TERM LIMIT: 2 Full Term Limits (4‐Year Terms)
SPECIAL BUSINESS DISTRICT ADVISORY COMMISSION
5/19/2025 ROSTER
NAME TERM #APPOINTED TERM EXPIRES
Buelow, Emily 1 6/20/2023 6/30/2026
P 8/1/2022 6/30/2023
Cain, Dennis “Doc” 1 6/20/2023 6/30/2026
P 4/19/2021 6/30/2023
Hutson, David 4 6/20/2022 6/30/2025
3 4/19/2021 6/30/2022
2 7/7/2014 6/30/2017
1 6/20/2011 6/30/2014
P 6/16/2008 6/30/2011
P 7/23/2007
6/30/2008
Maevers, Jim 1 6/20/2023 6/30/2026
P 4/19/2021 6/30/2023
Zickfield, Kent 9 6/20/2022 6/30/2025
8 4/19/2021 6/30/2022
7 7/7/2014 6/30/2017
6 7/18/2011 6/30/2014
5 6/16/2008 6/30/2011
4 6/20/2005 6/30/2008
3 6/17/2002 6/30/2005
2 6/21/1999 x
1 1/1/1987 x
P = Partial Term
COUNCIL LIAISON:
DESCRIPTION: Develops plans for the improvement of Special Business District #2 (the downtown Main St. area), in
conjunction with the downtown redevelopment corporation. They then administer implementation of the plan again
in conjunction with the Downtown Redevelopment Corporation with property tax revenues generated within the
district. Recommends changes in the plan for the improvement of Special Business District #2.
STAFF LIAISON: Trevor Pulley, Assistant City Manager
NUMBER OF MEMBERS: 5
MEETING TIME: Required to meet one time per year
TERM LIMIT: 2 Full Term Limits (3‐Year Terms)
RESIDENCY: City of Cape Girardeau
TREE BOARD
5/19/2025 ROSTER
NAME TERM #APPOINTED TERM EXPIRES
Behnken, Jennifer 3 1/22/2024 2/1/2027
2 2/1/2021 2/1/2024
1 1/22/2018 2/1/2021
P 7/5/2016
2/1/2018
Harris, Robert 3 2/18/2025 2/1/2028
2 4/4/2022 2/1/2025
1 1/22/2019
2/1/2022
P 8/21/2017 2/1/2019
Hill, Lewis Jackson
(Parks & Rec AB Appointee)1 10/18/2021
(P&R Term Expires
10/29/2027)
Notch, Jonathan 1 2/18/2025 2/1/2028
P 11/4/2024 2/1/2025
Wilson, Angela 1 1/22/2024 2/1/2027
P = Partial Term
DESCRIPTION: Develops, administers, and updates a written plan for the care, preservation, pruning, planting,
replanting, removal, or disposition of Public Trees in parks, along streets, and in other public areas. Presents the
written plan annually to the City Council and upon their acceptance and approval shall constitute the official
comprehensive city tree plan for the City of Cape Girardeau. Investigates and recommends action on special matters
within the scope of its work when requested by the City Council.
COUNCIL LIAISON:
STAFF LIAISON: Doug Gannon, Parks Director (Coordinator: Kayla Otte)
NUMBER OF MEMBERS: 9
MEETING TIME: Bi‐Monthly (even months), Third Monday at noon at the Osage Centre
TERM LIMIT: 2 Full Term Limits (3‐Year Terms)
RESIDENCY: City of Cape Girardeau
Bloomfield Crossing Community Improvement District
5/19/2025 ROSTER
NAME APPOINTED TERM EXPIRES
Buehler, Dalton 12/4/2023 12/1/2026
12/6/2021 12/1/2023
Coalter, Jason 11/18/2024 12/1/2027
12/6/2021 12/1/2024
Kluesner, Brenda 11/18/2024 12/1/2027
12/6/2021 12/1/2024
McCormick, Cynthia 12/4/2023 12/1/2026
12/6/2021 12/1/2023
Unterreiner, Britnie 12/4/2023 12/1/2026
12/6/2021 12/1/2023
DESCRIPTION: On November 15, 2021, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 5472 establishing the
Bloomfield Crossing Community Improvement District. The Petition Authorizing the Formation of a
Community Improvement District called for the appointment of five directors appointed by the Mayor with
the consent of the City Council. The appointees must each be an owner or legally authorized representative
of owner of real property with the district, or a registered voter residing within the proposed district.
TERM LIMIT: 3‐Year Terms (No term limits)
Cape Dogwood Community Improvement District
5/19/2025 ROSTER
NAME APPOINTED TERM EXPIRES
Hogan, Mark Chapman 7/1/2024 7/1/2028
6/15/2020 7/1/2024
6/18/2018 7/1/2020
Limbaugh, James P. 7/1/2024 7/1/2028
6/15/2020 7/1/2024
6/18/2018 7/1/2020
Patel, Anandkumar 6/20/2022 7/1/2026
6/18/2018 7/1/2022
Patel Jr, Anandkumar 7/1/2024 7/1/2028
6/15/2020 7/1/2024
6/18/2018 7/1/2020
Patel, Anissa Fongyee 6/20/2022 7/1/2026
6/18/2018 7/1/2022
DESCRIPTION: On April 2, 2018, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 5066 establishing the Cape
Dogwood Community Improvement District. The Petition Authorizing the Formation of a Community
Improvement District called for the appointment of five directors appointed by the Mayor with the consent
of the City Council. The appointees must each be an owner or legally authorized representative of owner of
real property with the district, or a registered voter residing within the proposed district
TERM LIMIT: No term limits
Cape County University of Missouri Extension Council
5/19/2025 ROSTER
NAME APPOINTED TERM EXPIRES
Newman, James 2/18/2025 2/28/2027
8/21/2023 2/28/2025
DESCRIPTION: House Bill 153 provides for one Extension Council Member to be appointed to represent Cape
Girardeau and Jackson, the municipality with largest population appointing the member
TERM LIMIT: 2 Full Term Limits (2‐Year Terms)
CONTACT: Mindy Leek, Extension Office Assistant, 573‐243‐3581
5/19/2025 ROSTER
NAME APPOINTED TERM EXPIRES
Everett, Laurie 5/6/2024 5/16/2028
5/4/2020 5/16/2024
11/12/2018 x
Hutson, Dave 6/6/2022 5/16/2026
5/7/2018 5/16/2022
6/4/2014
Pridmore, Lindy 6/6/2022 5/16/2026
5/7/2018 5/16/2022
6/4/2014
Saverino, Nate 5/6/2024 5/16/2028
6/1/2020 5/16/2024
Schlitt, Lee 5/6/2024 5/16/2028
5/4/2020 5/16/2024
5/16/2016 6/4/2020
Thompson, Cathy 6/6/2022 5/16/2026
Zickfield, Kent 5/6/2024 5/16/2028
5/4/2020 5/16/2024
5/16/2016 6/4/2020
6/4/2014
Downtown Cape Girardeau Community
Improvement District Board of Directors
DESCRIPTION: On May 5, 2014, The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 4574 establishing the Downtown
CID. Directors serve four year terms, appointed by Mayor with consent of Council. All directors must be
owners of real property or the legal authorized representative of an individual owning property within the
district. The Board is required to meet one time per year. Commission administers downtown special
business district.
TERM LIMIT: 4‐Year Terms (No Term Limits)
STAFF LIAISON: Trevor Pulley, Assistant City Manager
Public Library Board of Trustees
5/19/2025 ROSTER
NAME TERM # APPOINTED TERM EXPIRES
Criblez, Adam 1 6/20/2023 6/30/2026
Diveley, David 3 6/20/2022 6/30/2025
2 6/17/2019 6/30/2022
1 7/5/2016 6/30/2019
P 12/7/2015 6/30/2016
Gasser, Alix P 6/17/2024 6/30/2026
Hill, Jessica 1 6/17/2024 6/30/2027
P 1/10/2022
Hill, Lauren Clark P 9/5/2023 6/30/2025
Matukewicz, Lenna 1 6/17/2024 6/30/2027
P 6/15/2025
Redinger, Eric 3 6/17/2024 6/30/2027
2 6/21/2021 6/30/2024
1 6/18/2018 6/30/2021
Thompson, Ed P 1/23/2023 6/30/2025
Wolz, Kathy 1 6/20/2023 6/30/2026
MEETING TIME: Meetings held fourth Thursday at 7:00 a.m. at the Cape Girardeau Public Library
STAFF LIAISON: Katie Earnhart, Library Director
TYPE OF BOARD: Administrative
DESCRIPTION: Policy making board and governing body of the Cape Girardeau Public Library. Council
member may serve as liaison.
TERM LIMIT: 3 Full Term Limits (3‐Year Terms) Members can only serve three consecutive terms (Mo
State Statute) and shall not be eligible for further appointment to the board until two (2) years after the
expiration of the third term.
5/19/2025 ROSTER
NAME APPOINTED TERM EXPIRES
Haley, Lucas 11/6/2023 11/5/2027
Jean, Wyky 11/6/2023 11/5/2025
Martin, John Nicholas 11/6/2023 11/5/2025
Williams, Eric 11/6/2023 11/5/2025
Williams, Michael 11/6/2023 11/5/2027
RCC (River City Centre) Community Improvement
District Board of Directors
DESCRIPTION: On October 2, 2023, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 5686 establishing the RCC CID.
Directors serve four year terms, appointed by Mayor with consent of Council. Directors must be at least 18 years
of age, an owner or legally authorized representative of owner of real property within the district or a registered
voter residing within the proposed district, and be a resident of the State of Missouri for at least one year prior
to their appointment. One director is to be a "Disinterested Director" as described in the Petition who has no
financial interest in any real property or business operating in the District.
TERM LIMIT: 4‐Year Terms
MEETING TIME: The Board is required to meet one time per year.
STAFF LIAISON: Assistant City Manager, Development Services, 339‐6300.
River Campus Board of Managers
5/19/2025 ROSTER
NAME APPOINTED TERM EXPIRES
Han, Sophia City Council 12/4/2023 12/1/2026
11/16/2020 12/1/2023
Haskin, Kenneth City Council 11/18/2024 12/1/2027
11/15/2021 12/1/2024
8/2/2021 12/1/2021
Poyner, Danielle City Council 11/21/2022 12/1/2025
12/2/2019 12/1/2022
Koester, Brad Board of Governors 12/1/2023 12/1/2025
Skinner, Bruce Board of Governors 6/25/2024 12/1/2026
Weller‐Stilson, Rhonda Board of Governors 12/17/2021 12/1/2027
12/14/2018 x
10/21/2011 x
COORDINATOR: Brittany Schroeder, SEMO Admin Asst, 573‐651‐2210
DESCRIPTION: Supervises the use of the River Campus facility. Proposes written policies for use of the River
Campus facility. Three appointed by Council and three by Semo University Board of Regents. At least one of
the city’s appointees shall be from the hotel/motel industry.
TYPE OF BOARD: Advisory
TERM LIMIT: 3‐Year Terms
MEETING TIME: Board meets quarterly as needed.
STAFF LIAISON: Kenneth Haskin, City Manager, 339‐6320
SEMO REDI (Cape Girardeau Area MAGNET Association)
5/19/2025 ROSTER
NAME APPOINTED TERM EXPIRES
Haskin, Kenneth City of Cape 12/16/2024 12/31/2025
1/8/2024 12/31/2024
Kinder, Stacy City of Cape 12/16/2024 12/31/2025
1/8/2024 12/31/2024
1/9/2023 12/31/2023
Brink, Mandi Chamber of Commerce Dec. 2020 12/31/2022
Dec. 2018
Crowell, Jason County of Cape 2021 12/31/2022
Gerau, Brian Jackson Chamber‐ex‐officio
Hahs, Dwain City of Jackson Dec. 2020 12/31/2022
Dec. 2018
Dec. 2017
Dec. 2016
Herbst, Charlie County of Cape Dec. 2020 12/31/2022
Dec. 2018
Vargas, Carlos Semo Univ – ex‐officio
Whitworth, Dustin City of Scott City 2022 12/31/2022
Crader, Scott Crader Distributing 2021
Goodman, Tim Benton Hill Investments 2021
Harris, Marc Arnold Insurance 2021
Huber, Matt Liberty Utilities 2021
Mauer, Jeff Mayson Capital Partners 2021
Stapleton, James Codefi 2021
Founding Members:
Public Investors: (added in 2021)
CONTACT: Tara Roach, SEMO Redi Executive Assistant or Shad Burner, CEO SEMO Redi
TERM LIMIT: 1‐Year Term
MEETING TIME: Fourth Tuesday, 8:00 a.m., Chamber Office
DESCRIPTION: Each member appointed by respective founder (City Council).
5/19/2025 ROSTER
NAME APPOINTED BY APPOINTED TERM EXPIRES
Ehly, Arlo City Council 11/18/2024 12/1/2027
6/6/2022 12/1/2024
Haskin, Kenneth City Council 11/21/2022 12/1/2025
8/2/2021 12/1/2022
McGowan, John City Council 12/4/2023 12/1/2026
Phillips, Kent Board of Governors 11/9/2022 12/1/2027
Sheriff, Brad Board of Governors 11/9/2022 12/1/2025
12/17/2021 x
Scott, Alicia Board of Governors 12/15/2024 12/1/2026
STAFF LIAISON: Kenneth Haskin, City Manager
Show Me Center University / City Multi‐Use Center Board of
Managers
TERM LIMIT: 3‐Year Terms
MEETING TIME: Quarterly at the Show Me Center
DESCRIPTION: Supervises the use of the Show Me Center and schedules all multi‐use center events. Proposes
written policies for use of the Show Me Center. Promotes the use of the Show Me Center for University and
community purposes. Three appointed by Council and three by SEMO University Board of Regents.
Silver Springs Community Improvement District
5/19/2025 ROSTER
NAME APPOINTED TERM EXPIRES
Erlbacher, Grayson 4/15/2024 5/12/2028
1/22/2024 5/12/2024
Hopkins, Matt 4/15/2024 5/12/2028
5/2/2022 5/3/2024
Mills, Marla 4/15/2024 5/12/2028
5/2/2022 5/3/2024
vacant 5/12/2026
vacant 5/3/2026
TERM LIMIT: 4‐Year Terms
DESCRIPTION: On May 2, 2022, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 5535 establishing the Silver Springs
Community Improvement District. The Petition Authorizing the Formation of a Community Improvement
District called for the appointment of five directors appointed by the Mayor with the consent of the City
Council. The appointees must each be an owner or legally authorized representative of owner of real property
with the district, or a registered voter residing within the proposed district
Southeast Metropolitan Planning Organization
5/19/2025 ROSTER
NAME APPOINTED TERM EXPIRES
Haskin, Kenneth
City of Cape
(City Mgr, alt. Asst CM‐Dev )6/30/2023 +Ongoing unless reassigned
4/2/2013
Kinder, Stacy
City of Cape
(Mayor, alt. Mayor Pro‐Tem)6/30/2023 +Ongoing unless reassigned
4/2/2013
Hahs, Dwain
City of Jackson
(Mayor, alt. Mayor Pro‐Tem )6/30/2023 +Ongoing unless reassigned
4/2/2013
Roach, Jim
City of Jackson
(City Mgr)6/30/2023 +Ongoing unless reassigned
4/2/2013
Tanz, Jeremy
SEMO Regional Planning
(Director)6/30/2023 +Ongoing unless reassigned
4/2/2013
Herbst, Charlie
Cape Girardeau Co
(**Commissioner)6/30/2023 6/30/2024
7/1/2022
Smith, Ginny
County Transit Authority
(*Executive Director )6/30/2023 6/30/2024
7/1/2022
TERM LIMIT:
DESCRIPTION: Both Jackson and City of Cape have two voting members each fiscal year who are reappointed
annually. Members serve two year terms. *Transit representative will be alternately appointed by Semo
University and Cape Transit Authority every two years (Cape Transit Authority tenure effective July 2022 ‐
June 2024). **Cape County representative will be alternately appointed by County Commission and Cape
Special Road District every two years (Cape Girardeau County tenure effective July 2022 ‐ June 2024) . Each
elected representative or board representative shall name one elected or appointed official as an alternate
who may exercise full members powers during their absence. The alternate’s term shall also correspond with
the primary representative’s term. + The entity will always have a voting representative unless the Bylaws are
changed.
STAFF LIAISON: Alex McElroy
TIF (Tax Increment Financing) Commission
5/19/2025 ROSTER
NAME APPOINTED TERM EXPIRES
Gilligan, Rob city 4/3/2023 4/1/2026
Haynes, Liz city 5/20/2024 4/1/2028
Henry, Adrienne city 4/4/2022 4/1/2026
4/2/2018 4/1/2022
8/3/2015 4/1/2018
Knudtson, Jay city 4/15/2024 4/1/2028
4/20/2020 4/1/2024
4/4/2016 4/1/2020
4/2/2012 4/1/2016
Kevin Greaser city 5/6/2025 4/1/2029
Ryan Essex city 5/6/2025 4/1/2029
Earnhart, Katie other districts Apr. 2023 to end of project
Glass, Neil school district Apr. 2023 to end of project
Nov. 2018
Herbst, Charles county Apr. 2023 to end of project
Apr. 2020
July 2015
Hudson, Roger county Apr. 2023 to end of project
Apr. 2020
July 2015
Welker, Matt school district Apr. 2023 to end of project
Apr. 2020
DESCRIPTION: Appointed by Mayor with consent of City Council. Two members appointed
by school district, one member appointed by other taxing districts, two members appointed
by County, term ending upon final approval of the redevelopment project. RSMo. 99.820.
MEETING TIME: Meetings called by Chairman as needed
TERM LIMIT: 4‐Year Terms
STAFF LIAISON: Trevor Pulley, Assistant City Manager
Town Plaza Community Improvement District
5/19/2025 ROSTER
NAME APPOINTED TERM EXPIRES
Blank, R. Scott 4/7/2025 4/12/2029
4/5/2021 4/12/2025
6/5/2017 4/12/2021
9/14/2015 4/12/2017
Campbell, Jeffrey 4/7/2025 4/12/2029
4/19/2021 4/12/2025
5/21/2018 4/12/2021
Campbell, Paul B. “Scott” 1/23/2023 4/12/2027
4/1/2019 4/12/2023
9/14/2015 4/12/2019
3/17/2014
3/21/2011 4/2/2014
4/2/2007
Ford, Jack (President) 1/23/2023 4/12/2027
3/4/2019
Runnels, Lindell 4/7/2025 4/12/2029
3/6/2023 4/12/2025
DESCRIPTION: Appointed by Mayor with consent of City Council. Board of Directors shall be composed of 5
members who will represent the Town Plaza, Inc. in each one’s capacity as an owner of real property within the
proposed District or operator of a business operating within the proposed District.
NUMBER OF MEMBERS: 5
TERM LIMIT: 4‐Year Terms
NAME APPOINTED BY APPOINTED TERM EXPIRES
Essner, Danny Cape County 11/18/2010 11/18/2022
Guard, Robbie City of Cape 11/18/2018 11/18/2022
Hahs, Dwain (Vice) City of Jackson 11/18/2022
Link, Dr. John School Districts 12/2/2010 12/2/2020
Proffer, Richard Cape County ‐‐‐ 11/18/2022
Rauh, Dale Other taxing entities 12/2/2010 12/2/2020
Thompson, John (Sec) Cape County 11/18/2010 11/18/2021
DESCRIPTION: Appointed by entity noted. Liason is the Cape Girardeau Area MAGNET Executive Director.
***INACTIVE***
Enhanced Enterprise Zone Advisory Board
NAME EMPLOYER APPOINTED TERM EXPIRES
Balsano, Tony St. Francis Med Ctr 10/31/2001 N/A
Mangels, Kathy SEMO University Aug. 2006 N/A
McCowan, Brenda Cape Public Schools Aug. 2006 N/A
member
member
Investment Committee
STAFF LIAISON: Finance Director
***INACTIVE***
NAME APPOINTED BY APPOINTED TERM EXPIRES
Bertrand, Kathy Council 3/17/2014 end of study
Billmeyer, Craig Council 3/17/2014 end of study
Drury Edwards, Diane MidAmerica end of study
Essner, Danny Council 3/17/2014 end of study
Jones, Julia Staff Liaison 3/17/2014 end of study
Kluge, Randy MidAmerica end of study
Lanzotti, Mark Council 3/17/2014 end of study
Niekirk, Joel MidAmerica end of study
DESCRIPTION: Three voting members appointed by Mid America Hotels; three voting members
appointed by City Council; two non‐voting members appointed by City Council, including one staff
member and one council member.
***INACTIVE***
Joint Feasibility Study Committee
Cape Girardeau Partnership For Higher Education
Advisory Committee
***INACTIVE***
1 member: Cape City Council
Loretta Schneider, City Representative (TERM STARTED 4‐5‐10)
1 member: City of Jackson
Barbara Lohr, Mayor, City of Jackson
6 members: Business and Industry
Mike Smythe, Vice President and General Manager, KFVS12
Gary Rust, Chairman, Rust Communications
Wayne Smith, VP Development/Administration, St. Francis Medical Center
Mary Burton‐Hitt, Executive Director, Southeast Missouri Hospital Foundation
Kathy Swan, Owner, JCS/Tel‐Link
Linda Greaser, External Relations Leader, Procter & Gamble
3 members: K‐12 school systems (1 each ‐ Cape, Jackson, one other CTC school district)
Nate Crowden, Superintendent, Delta School District
Dr. Ron Anderson, Superintendent, Jackson School District
Dr. Jim Welker, Superintendent, Cape Girardeau School District
1 member: Southeast Missouri State University
Albert M. Spradling, III, Southeast Missouri State University Board of Trustees
1 member: Mineral Area College
Gary Romine, Mineral Area Board of Trustees
1 member: Three Rivers Community College
Marion Tibbs, Three Rivers Board of Trustees
1 member: Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center
Rich Payne, Director, Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center
1 member: Southeast Hospital School of Nursing
Dr. Tonya Buttry, Southeast Hospital College of Nursing and Health Science