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City Council
Council Regular Session Agenda
Mark Bliss, Ward 6
David J Cantrell, Ward 4
Robbie Guard, Mayor
Bryan Johnson, Ward 5
Tameka Randle, Ward 2
DeWayne Schaaf, Ward 1
Nate Thomas, Ward 3
City Hall Council Chambers
44 N. Lorimier Street
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
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A.Call to Order/Roll Call
May 18, 2026
5:00 PM
City residents desiring to speak about items NOT on the agenda must register no later than noon
on Saturday, May 16, 2026, by using the form found at cityofcape.org/council, by emailing
cityclerk@cityofcape.org, or by calling 573-339-6320.
Invocation
Reverend Geneva Allen-Patterson of St. James A.M.E. Church in Cape Girardeau
Pledge of Allegiance
Study Session
Beautification Committee
SEMO REDI Apprenticeship Program Presentation
Presentations
Communications/Reports
Items for Discussion
Appearances by Advisory Board Applicants
Planning and Zoning Commission Report
Consent Agenda Review
Regular Session
B.Adoption of the Agenda
C.Public Hearings
C.1.A Public Hearing to consider a proposed amendment to Chapter 30 of the Code of
Ordinances of the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, regarding CBD, Central Business
District and C-1, General Commercial District. (Item No. F.2.; BILL NO. 26-41)
D.Consent Agenda
D.1.Approval of the May 4, 2026, Regular Session and Closed Session City Council Minutes.
D.2.BILL NO. 26-39, an Ordinance approving the record plat of Prominence I Subdivision.
Second and Third Readings.
D.3.BILL NO. 26-44, a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a License and
Indemnity Agreement with Southeast Missouri State University for various improvements in
the Normal Avenue right-of-way, in the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Reading and
Passage.
D.4.A motion to accept the public infrastructure improvements to serve the Prominence I
Subdivision, in the City of Cape Girardeau.
D.5.A motion to accept the public infrastructure improvements to serve the Deer Run Estates
Phase 2 Subdivision, in the City of Cape Girardeau.
E.Items Removed from Consent Agenda
E.1.BILL NO. 26-42, an Ordinance amending Chapter 30 of the Code of Ordinances of the City
of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, by changing the zoning of property located on North Main
Street, in the City and County of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, from M-1 to CBD. Second and
Third Readings.
F.New Ordinances
F.1.BILL NO. 26-40, an Ordinance amending Chapter 25 of the Code of Ordinances of the City
of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, regarding billboards. First Reading. DEV - Ryan Shrimplin
F.2.BILL NO. 26-41, an Ordinance amending Chapter 30 of the Code of Ordinances of the City
of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, regarding CBD, Central Business District and C-1, General
Commercial District. First Reading. DEV - Ryan Shrimplin
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meaningful to the members of the audience. All matters listed within the Consent Agenda have
been distributed to each member of the Cape Girardeau City Council for reading and study, are
considered to be routine, and will be enacted by one motion of the council with no separate
discussion. Staff recommends approval of the Consent Agenda. If separate discussion is desired,
that item may be removed from the Consent Agenda and placed on the Regular Agenda by
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comments regarding the item must be recognized by the Mayor/Mayor Pro Tempore. Each
speaker is allowed 3 minutes and must stand at the public microphone and state his/her name and
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F.3.BILL NO. 26-43, an Ordinance approving the record plat of Presley’s Addition. First
Reading. DEV - Ryan Shrimplin
G.Appointments
G.1.Tree Advisory Board Appointment
G.2.Appointments to the Downtown Cape Girardeau Community Improvement District Board of
Directors
H.Other Business
I.Appearances regarding items not listed on the agenda
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Meeting Adjournment
Closed Session
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or special City Council meeting, vote to hold a closed session to discuss issues listed in RSMo.
Section 610.021, including but not limited to: legal actions, causes of legal action or litigation,
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or privileged communications with its attorneys.
Future Appointments and Memos
Appointment to the Planning and Zoning Commission
Appointment to the Board of Appeals
Advisory Board Minutes
Advisory Board Minutes
Staff: Ryan Shrimplin, City Planner
Agenda: May 18, 2026
AGENDA REPORT
Cape Girardeau City Council
TITLE
A Public Hearing to consider a proposed amendment to Chapter 30 of the Code of Ordinances of the
City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, regarding CBD, Central Business District and C-1, General
Commercial District. (Item No. F.2.; BILL NO. 26-41)
SUMMARY
Attached is a proposed amendment to Section 30-65 (CBD, Central Business District) and Section 30-
66 (C-1, General Commercial District) of the Zoning Code (Chapter 30 of the City’s Code of
Ordinances). The amendment adds billboards to the list of special uses in each of these two districts.
A public hearing has been scheduled for May 18, 2026 to consider the proposed amendment.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of the ordinance approving the amendment.
BOARD OR COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
The Planning & Zoning Commission reviewed the amendment at its April 8, 2026 meeting and
recommended approval by a vote of 7 in favor, 0 in opposition, and 0 abstaining.
PUBLIC OUTREACH
The City Council's public hearing was advertised in the Southeast Missourian on May 2, 2026.
ATTACHMENTS
• Chapter 30 Amendment Regarding CBD, Central Bus. Dist. and C-1, General Comm. Dist. - April 8,
2026 (Edits Copy).pdf
• Chapter 30 Amendment Regarding CBD, Central Bus. Dist. and C-1, General Comm. Dist. - April 8,
2026 (Clean Copy).pdf
Chapter 30 Amendment Regarding CBD, Central Business District and C-1, General Commercial District
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TEXT TO BE DELETED IS SHOWN IN STRIKETHROUGH
TEXT TO BE INSERTED IS SHOWN IN RED
ARTICLE AND/OR SECTION TITLES AFFECTED BY THIS AMENDMENT: None
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Sec. 30-65. CBD, Central Business District.
(a) Purpose. The CBD is the city's urban mixed-use district. It encompasses the downtown area and contains a
wide range of uses and lot sizes. It also has the largest concentration of historic buildings. In order to
preserve the unique character of the CBD, uses involving outdoor activities are limited to those that do n ot
detract from the pedestrian-oriented nature and visual appeal of the district. New buildings, as well as
exterior alterations and additions to existing buildings, are required to meet certain design standards to
ensure compatibility. In order to accommodate existing lots and provide for flexibility in the design of new
development and redevelopment projects, there are no minimum lot standards or setbacks.
(b) Permitted principal uses.
(1) Art galleries or museums.
(2) Auditoriums or theaters.
(3) Banks or other financial institutions.
(4) Banquet facilities.
(5) Bed and breakfasts.
(6) Commercial day cares.
(7) Commercial recreation facilities.
(8) Comprehensive marijuana dispensary facilities, medical marijuana dispensary facilities, or
microbusiness dispensary facilities, as permitted in section 30-118.
(9) Funeral homes or mortuaries.
(10) Governmental facilities.
(11) Health or fitness centers.
(12) Hospitals.
(13) Hotels or motels.
(14) Institutions of higher education, including univers ities and business, career, or technology
schools.
(15) Instructional schools for art, dance, music, martial arts, or other disciplines.
(16) Libraries.
(17) Meeting halls.
(18) Microbreweries or microdistilleries.
(19) Nursing homes.
(20) Offices.
(21) Parks, playgrounds, or recreation facilities.
(22) Personal service establishments.
(23) Police or fire stations.
(24) Residential treatment facilities.
(25) Residential uses, excluding manufactured homes.
(26) Restaurants or bars.
(27) Retail or rental establishments.
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(28) Small-scale light manufacturing and industrial facilities primarily utilizing artisans or digital
machinery.
(29) Transitional housing.
(30) Veterinary clinics or animal hospitals, excluding livestock and kennels.
(c) Permitted accessory uses.
(1) Accessory structures and uses customarily incidental to the above uses, as permitted in
section 30-106.
(2) Short-term use of shipping containers for accessory uses, as permitted in section 30 -105.
(3) Solar energy systems, as permitted in section 30-113.
(d) Special uses.
(1) Any use not meeting the requirements of subsection (e)(1) of this section which would
otherwise be a permitted use in this section.
(2) Billboards, as permitted elsewhere in the city Code.
(2)(3) Excursion gambling boats or floating gambling facilities.
(3)(4) Helicopter facilities, in conjunction with a hospital.
(4)(5) Long-term use of shipping containers for accessory uses, as permitted in section 30-105.
(5)(6) Marinas or docks.
(6)(7) Public utilities, except for buildings or accessory structures that are normal and
customary in a zoning district which would allow other buildings or structures of the same
nature as a use-by-right.
(7)(8) Telecommunication towers, as permitted in section 30 -107.
(8)(9) The allowance of additional height up to a total of 60 feet, not to exceed five stories.
(9)(10) Vehicle fueling, service or repair facilities, excluding body or paint shops.
(10)(11) Wind energy conversion systems, as permitted in section 30-113.
(e) Standards.
(1) All permitted uses shall be conducted entirely indoors except the following.
a. Drive-through or automatic teller machine (ATM) facilities associated with a bank or
other financial institution.
b. Eating or drinking facilities.
c. Live musical performances or the playing of recorded music, provided that such
activities do not violate other provisions of the city Code.
d. Mobile food or beverage service facilities, provided that such activities do not violate
other provisions of the city Code.
e. Parking or loading facilities.
f. Parks or playgrounds.
g. Permitted accessory uses that are customarily conducted outdoors, in conjunction
with a dwelling.
h. Public art.
i. Public recreation facilities.
j. Shipping containers, as permitted in subsection (c)(2) of this section.
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k. Solar energy systems, as permitted in subsection (c)(3) of this section.
l. Temporary uses, as permitted in section 30-109.
m. Walk-up windows for food or beverage service, provided that such activities do not
violate other provisions of the city Code.
n. Waste containers, subject to screening provisions as required elsewhere in the city
Code.
(2) Design standards for new buildings. New buildings shall be compatible with the general
architectural character of the surrounding buildings in terms of setback, orientation, height,
scale, massing, materials, and colors. New buildings shall not:
a. Disrupt an existing pattern of setbacks along a street,
b. Disrupt an existing pattern of buildings being oriented toward a street, or
c. Result in disproportionate height, scale, or massing relative to the surrounding
buildings.
(3) Design standards for exterior alterations and additions to existing buildings.
a. Exterior alterations and additions to existing buildings shall be compatible with the
architectural character of the building being altered or added to in terms of setback,
orientation, height, scale, massing, materials, and colors. Exterior alterations and
additions shall not:
1. Remove, materially alter, or obscure significant character-defining features such
as parapets, cornices, belt courses, corbels, quoins, medallions, mosaics, and
patterned brickwork,
2. Remove, materially alter, or obscure non-storefront wall openings in a manner
that disrupts an existing wall opening pattern on a public -facing building
elevation,
3. Reduce or expand non-storefront wall openings to fit replacement windows or
doors, except for minor shimming, or
4. Replace double-sash windows or divided light windows with windows consisting
of a single, undivided light.
b. Exterior alterations and additions to existing buildings shall be compatible with the
general architectural character of the surrounding buildings in terms of setback,
orientation, height, scale, massing, materials, and colors. Exterior alterations and
additions shall not:
1. Disrupt an existing pattern of setbacks along a street,
2. Disrupt an existing pattern of buildings being oriented toward a street, or
3. Result in disproportionate height, scale, or massing relative to the surrounding
buildings.
(4) CBD design standards approval.
a. Except as provided for in subsection (e)(5) of this section, CBD design standards
approval shall be required for any new building or any exterior alteration or addition to
an existing building, excluding signs and ordinary maintenance and repair.
b. Application for CBD design standards approval shall be submitted to the city manager
using a form provided by the city and contain all necessary information as determ ined
by the city manager. Such application shall be processed administratively in
accordance with procedures established by the city manager.
(5) Certificate of appropriateness.
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a. A certificate of appropriateness shall be required for any of the following:
1. Demolition in whole or in part of any building, excluding any building demolished
by the city pursuant to chapter 7, article XIII of this Code,
2. Painting of an unpainted surface on the exterior of any building, excluding new
construction,
3. Painting of an exterior wall and the roof, trim, or architectural details attached
thereto or contained therein, in the same color, unless such condition already
exists, or
4. Addition or alteration of a mural on the exterior of any building. For the purposes
of this section, the term "mural" means any sign or piece of graphic artwork that
is painted or applied directly to a wall, roof, or other portion of a building.
b. Application for a certificate of appropriateness shall be submitted to the city manager
using a form provided by the city and contain all necessary information as determined
by the city manager. Such application shall be processed in accordance with the
criteria and procedures set forth in section 30-74(j) through (r).
(f) Height, area, width, density, setback, and open space requirements.
(1) Maximum height 40 feet, not to exceed three stories.
(2) Minimum lot area: None.
(3) Minimum lot width: None.
(4) Maximum density: None.
(5) Minimum setbacks:
a. Front yard: None.
b. Rear yard: None.
c. Side yard: None.
(6) Minimum open space: None.
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Sec. 30-66. C-1, General Commercial District.
(a) Purpose. The C-1 district is primarily intended for areas of the city located along minor thoroughfares and
adjacent to residential districts. Appropriate uses for this district include commercial developments not
requiring long-term outdoor display of merchandise, as well as certain governmental, institutional, and
community service facilities. Other uses having the potential to significantly affect adjacent residential
districts may be allowed with approval of a special use permit.
(b) Permitted principal uses.
(1) Art galleries or museums.
(2) Banks or other financial institutions.
(3) Bed and breakfasts.
(4) Commercial day cares.
(5) Commercial recreation facilities, excluding driving ranges or outdoor shooting or racing.
(6) Comprehensive marijuana dispensary facilities, medical marijuana dispensary facilities, or
microbusiness dispensary facilities, as permitted in section 30-118.
(7) Funeral homes or mortuaries.
(8) Governmental facilities.
(9) Health or fitness centers.
(10) Institutions of higher education, including business, career or technology schools.
(11) Instructional schools for art, dance, music, martial arts or other disciplines.
(12) Libraries.
(13) Microbreweries.
(14) Middle schools, secondary schools, or development centers for people with physical,
mental or developmental disabilities.
(15) Nurseries or greenhouses.
(16) Nursing homes.
(17) Offices.
(18) Parks or playgrounds.
(19) Personal service establishments.
(20) Pet grooming facilities, excluding kennels.
(21) Police or fire stations.
(22) Residential treatment facilities.
(23) Restaurants or bars.
(24) Retail or rental establishments, excluding the sale or rental of outbuildings, vehicles, or
large agricultural or construction equipment.
(25) Television or radio studios, including any transmitting facilities.
(26) Transit terminals.
(27) Veterinary clinics or animal hospitals, excluding livestock.
(28) Wineries.
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(c) Permitted accessory uses.
(1) Accessory structures and uses customarily incidental to the above uses, as permitted in
section 30-106.
(2) Short-term use of shipping containers for accessory uses, as permitted in section 30 -105.
(3) Solar energy systems, as permitted in section 30-113.
(d) Special uses.
(1) Banquet facilities.
(2) Billboards, as permitted elsewhere in the city Code.
(2)(3) Hotels or motels.
(3)(4) Kennels.
(4)(5) Long-term use of shipping containers for accessor y uses, as permitted in section 30-
105.
(5)(6) Meeting halls.
(6)(7) Mini warehouses or self-storage units.
(7)(8) Public utilities, except for buildings or accessory structures that are normal and
customary in a zoning district which would allow other buildings or structures of the same
nature as a use-by-right.
(8)(9) Short-term or long-term use of shipping containers for principal uses, as permitted in
section 30-105.
(9)(10) Telecommunication towers, as permitted in section 30-107.
(10)(11) The allowance of additional height up to a total of 60 feet, not to exceed a total of five
stories.
(11)(12) Transitional housing.
(12)(13) Uses involving the sale or rental of outbuildings, vehicles, or large agricultural or
construction equipment.
(13)(14) Vehicle fueling, service or repair facilities, excluding body or paint shops.
(14)(15) Vehicle washing facilities, including automatic or hand wash.
(15)(16) Wind energy conversion systems, as permitted in section 30-113.
(e) Standards.
(1) All storage of merchandise, materials, products or equipment shall be within a fully
enclosed building or in an open yard so screened that the items being stored are not visible
from the street or any adjacent property.
(2) Outdoor display of merchandise is prohibited, except as follows: Merchandise may be
displayed outdoors as part of a temporary use, as permitted in section 30-109. Nursery
stock, accessory landscaping decorations, and seasonal and holiday decorations may also
be displayed outdoors during the appropriate season. Such displays are permitted in
accordance with the following provisions:
a. Displays shall not be located in a right-of-way.
b. Displays shall not be located in parking spaces used to meet the minimum number of
parking spaces as required elsewhere in the city Code. Displays that are part of a
bazaar, craft sale, garage or yard sale, or similar temporary event are exempt from
this requirement, as determined by the city manager.
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c. Displays shall not impede vehicular or pedestrian access.
d. Displays shall not alter the structure of any building.
e. Displays shall not create a health or safety hazard.
f. Displays shall be well kept and orderly.
g. Signs may be displayed as permitted elsewhere in the city Code.
h. The display of seasonal items shall be limited to a time period that is customary for
the season associated with the display, which shall be at the discretion of the city
manager.
(3) Outdoor service areas and equipment such as loading docks, mechanical equipme nt,
storage areas or waste containers shall be located in the rear or side yard and screened as
required elsewhere in the city Code.
(f) Height, area, width, setback and open space requirements.
(1) Maximum height: 40 feet, not to exceed three stories.
(2) Minimum lot area: None.
(3) Minimum lot width: None.
(4) Minimum setbacks:
a. Front yard: 25 feet.
b. Rear yard: None, except 20 feet when adjacent to a residential use or district, or ten
feet when adjacent to an agricultural use or district.
c. Side yard: None, except 20 feet when adjacent to a residential use or district, or ten
feet when adjacent to an agricultural use or district.
(5) Minimum open space: 15 percent of the lot area.
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Sec. 30-65. CBD, Central Business District.
(a) Purpose. The CBD is the city's urban mixed-use district. It encompasses the downtown area and contains a
wide range of uses and lot sizes. It also has the largest concentration of historic buildings. In order to
preserve the unique character of the CBD, uses involving outdoor activities are limited to those that do n ot
detract from the pedestrian-oriented nature and visual appeal of the district. New buildings, as well as
exterior alterations and additions to existing buildings, are required to meet certain design standards to
ensure compatibility. In order to accommodate existing lots and provide for flexibility in the design of new
development and redevelopment projects, there are no minimum lot standards or setbacks.
(b) Permitted principal uses.
(1) Art galleries or museums.
(2) Auditoriums or theaters.
(3) Banks or other financial institutions.
(4) Banquet facilities.
(5) Bed and breakfasts.
(6) Commercial day cares.
(7) Commercial recreation facilities.
(8) Comprehensive marijuana dispensary facilities, medical marijuana dispensary facilities, or
microbusiness dispensary facilities, as permitted in section 30-118.
(9) Funeral homes or mortuaries.
(10) Governmental facilities.
(11) Health or fitness centers.
(12) Hospitals.
(13) Hotels or motels.
(14) Institutions of higher education, including univers ities and business, career, or technology
schools.
(15) Instructional schools for art, dance, music, martial arts, or other disciplines.
(16) Libraries.
(17) Meeting halls.
(18) Microbreweries or microdistilleries.
(19) Nursing homes.
(20) Offices.
(21) Parks, playgrounds, or recreation facilities.
(22) Personal service establishments.
(23) Police or fire stations.
(24) Residential treatment facilities.
(25) Residential uses, excluding manufactured homes.
(26) Restaurants or bars.
(27) Retail or rental establishments.
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(28) Small-scale light manufacturing and industrial facilities primarily utilizing artisans or digital
machinery.
(29) Transitional housing.
(30) Veterinary clinics or animal hospitals, excluding livestock and kennels.
(c) Permitted accessory uses.
(1) Accessory structures and uses customarily incidental to the above uses, as permitted in
section 30-106.
(2) Short-term use of shipping containers for accessory uses, as permitted in section 30 -105.
(3) Solar energy systems, as permitted in section 30-113.
(d) Special uses.
(1) Any use not meeting the requirements of subsection (e)(1) of this section which would
otherwise be a permitted use in this section.
(2) Billboards, as permitted elsewhere in the city Code.
(3) Excursion gambling boats or floating gambling facilities.
(4) Helicopter facilities, in conjunction with a hospital.
(5) Long-term use of shipping containers for accessory uses, as permitted in section 30-105.
(6) Marinas or docks.
(7) Public utilities, except for buildings or accessory structures that are normal and customary
in a zoning district which would allow other buildings or structures of the same nature as a
use-by-right.
(8) Telecommunication towers, as permitted in section 30 -107.
(9) The allowance of additional height up to a total of 60 feet, not to exceed five stories.
(10) Vehicle fueling, service or repair facilities, excluding body or paint shops.
(11) Wind energy conversion systems, as permitted in section 30-113.
(e) Standards.
(1) All permitted uses shall be conducted entirely indoors except the following.
a. Drive-through or automatic teller machine (ATM) facilities associated with a bank or
other financial institution.
b. Eating or drinking facilities.
c. Live musical performances or the playing of recorded music, provided that such
activities do not violate other provisions of the city Code.
d. Mobile food or beverage service facilities, provided that such activities do not violate
other provisions of the city Code.
e. Parking or loading facilities.
f. Parks or playgrounds.
g. Permitted accessory uses that are customarily conducted outdoors, in conjunction
with a dwelling.
h. Public art.
i. Public recreation facilities.
j. Shipping containers, as permitted in subsection (c)(2) of this section.
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k. Solar energy systems, as permitted in subsection (c)(3) of this section.
l. Temporary uses, as permitted in section 30-109.
m. Walk-up windows for food or beverage service, provided that such activities do not
violate other provisions of the city Code.
n. Waste containers, subject to screening provisions as required elsewhere in the city
Code.
(2) Design standards for new buildings. New buildings shall be compatible with the general
architectural character of the surrounding buildings in terms of setback, orientation, height,
scale, massing, materials, and colors. New buildings shall not:
a. Disrupt an existing pattern of setbacks along a street,
b. Disrupt an existing pattern of buildings being oriented toward a street, or
c. Result in disproportionate height, scale, or massing relative to the surrounding
buildings.
(3) Design standards for exterior alterations and additions to existing buildings.
a. Exterior alterations and additions to existing buildings shall be compatible with the
architectural character of the building being altered or added to in terms of setback,
orientation, height, scale, massing, materials, and colors. Exterior alterations and
additions shall not:
1. Remove, materially alter, or obscure significant character-defining features such
as parapets, cornices, belt courses, corbels, quoins, medallions, mosaics, and
patterned brickwork,
2. Remove, materially alter, or obscure non-storefront wall openings in a manner
that disrupts an existing wall opening pattern on a public -facing building
elevation,
3. Reduce or expand non-storefront wall openings to fit replacement windows or
doors, except for minor shimming, or
4. Replace double-sash windows or divided light windows with windows consisting
of a single, undivided light.
b. Exterior alterations and additions to existing buildings shall be compatible with the
general architectural character of the surrounding buildings in terms of setback,
orientation, height, scale, massing, materials, and colors. Exterior alterations and
additions shall not:
1. Disrupt an existing pattern of setbacks along a street,
2. Disrupt an existing pattern of buildings being oriented toward a street, or
3. Result in disproportionate height, scale, or massing relative to the surrounding
buildings.
(4) CBD design standards approval.
a. Except as provided for in subsection (e)(5) of this section, CBD design standards
approval shall be required for any new building or any exterior alteration or addition to
an existing building, excluding signs and ordinary maintenance and repair.
b. Application for CBD design standards approval shall be submitted to the city manager
using a form provided by the city and contain all necessary information as determ ined
by the city manager. Such application shall be processed administratively in
accordance with procedures established by the city manager.
(5) Certificate of appropriateness.
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a. A certificate of appropriateness shall be required for any of the following:
1. Demolition in whole or in part of any building, excluding any building demolished
by the city pursuant to chapter 7, article XIII of this Code,
2. Painting of an unpainted surface on the exterior of any building, excluding new
construction,
3. Painting of an exterior wall and the roof, trim, or architectural details attached
thereto or contained therein, in the same color, unless such condition already
exists, or
4. Addition or alteration of a mural on the exterior of any building. For the purposes
of this section, the term "mural" means any sign or piece of graphic artwork that
is painted or applied directly to a wall, roof, or other portion of a building.
b. Application for a certificate of appropriateness shall be submitted to the city manager
using a form provided by the city and contain all necessary information as determined
by the city manager. Such application shall be processed in accordance with the
criteria and procedures set forth in section 30-74(j) through (r).
(f) Height, area, width, density, setback, and open space requirements.
(1) Maximum height 40 feet, not to exceed three stories.
(2) Minimum lot area: None.
(3) Minimum lot width: None.
(4) Maximum density: None.
(5) Minimum setbacks:
a. Front yard: None.
b. Rear yard: None.
c. Side yard: None.
(6) Minimum open space: None.
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Sec. 30-66. C-1, General Commercial District.
(a) Purpose. The C-1 district is primarily intended for areas of the city located along minor thoroughfares and
adjacent to residential districts. Appropriate uses for this district include commercial developments not
requiring long-term outdoor display of merchandise, as well as certain governmental, institutional, and
community service facilities. Other uses having the potential to significantly affect adjacent residential
districts may be allowed with approval of a special use permit.
(b) Permitted principal uses.
(1) Art galleries or museums.
(2) Banks or other financial institutions.
(3) Bed and breakfasts.
(4) Commercial day cares.
(5) Commercial recreation facilities, excluding driving ranges or outdoor shooting or racing.
(6) Comprehensive marijuana dispensary facilities, medical marijuana dispensary facilities, or
microbusiness dispensary facilities, as permitted in section 30-118.
(7) Funeral homes or mortuaries.
(8) Governmental facilities.
(9) Health or fitness centers.
(10) Institutions of higher education, including business, career or technology schools.
(11) Instructional schools for art, dance, music, martial arts or other disciplines.
(12) Libraries.
(13) Microbreweries.
(14) Middle schools, secondary schools, or development centers for people with physical,
mental or developmental disabilities.
(15) Nurseries or greenhouses.
(16) Nursing homes.
(17) Offices.
(18) Parks or playgrounds.
(19) Personal service establishments.
(20) Pet grooming facilities, excluding kennels.
(21) Police or fire stations.
(22) Residential treatment facilities.
(23) Restaurants or bars.
(24) Retail or rental establishments, excluding the sale or rental of outbuildings, vehicles, or
large agricultural or construction equipment.
(25) Television or radio studios, including any transmitting facilities.
(26) Transit terminals.
(27) Veterinary clinics or animal hospitals, excluding livestock.
(28) Wineries.
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April 8, 2026
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(c) Permitted accessory uses.
(1) Accessory structures and uses customarily incidental to the above uses, as permitted in
section 30-106.
(2) Short-term use of shipping containers for accessory uses, as permitted in section 30 -105.
(3) Solar energy systems, as permitted in section 30-113.
(d) Special uses.
(1) Banquet facilities.
(2) Billboards, as permitted elsewhere in the city Code.
(3) Hotels or motels.
(4) Kennels.
(5) Long-term use of shipping containers for accessory uses, as permitted in section 30-105.
(6) Meeting halls.
(7) Mini warehouses or self-storage units.
(8) Public utilities, except for buildings or accessory structures that are normal and customary
in a zoning district which would allow other buildings or structures of the same nature as a
use-by-right.
(9) Short-term or long-term use of shipping containers for principal uses, as permitted in section
30-105.
(10) Telecommunication towers, as permitted in section 30-107.
(11) The allowance of additional height up to a total of 60 feet, not to exceed a total of five
stories.
(12) Transitional housing.
(13) Uses involving the sale or rental of outbuildings, vehicles, or large agricultural or
construction equipment.
(14) Vehicle fueling, service or repair facilities, excluding body or paint shops.
(15) Vehicle washing facilities, including automatic or hand wash.
(16) Wind energy conversion systems, as permitted in section 30-113.
(e) Standards.
(1) All storage of merchandise, materials, products or equipment shall be within a fully
enclosed building or in an open yard so screened that the items being stored are not visible
from the street or any adjacent property.
(2) Outdoor display of merchandise is prohibited, except as follows: Merchandise may be
displayed outdoors as part of a temporary use, as permitted in section 30-109. Nursery
stock, accessory landscaping decorations, and seasonal and holiday decorations may also
be displayed outdoors during the appropriate season. Such displays are permitted in
accordance with the following provisions:
a. Displays shall not be located in a right-of-way.
b. Displays shall not be located in parking spaces used to meet the minimum number of
parking spaces as required elsewhere in the city Code. Displays that are part of a
bazaar, craft sale, garage or yard sale, or similar temporary event are exempt from
this requirement, as determined by the city manager.
c. Displays shall not impede vehicular or pedestrian access.
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April 8, 2026
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d. Displays shall not alter the structure of any building.
e. Displays shall not create a health or safety hazard.
f. Displays shall be well kept and orderly.
g. Signs may be displayed as permitted elsewhere in the city Code.
h. The display of seasonal items shall be limited to a time period that is customary for
the season associated with the display, which shall be at the discretion of the city
manager.
(3) Outdoor service areas and equipment such as loading docks, mechanical equipme nt,
storage areas or waste containers shall be located in the rear or side yard and screened as
required elsewhere in the city Code.
(f) Height, area, width, setback and open space requirements.
(1) Maximum height: 40 feet, not to exceed three stories.
(2) Minimum lot area: None.
(3) Minimum lot width: None.
(4) Minimum setbacks:
a. Front yard: 25 feet.
b. Rear yard: None, except 20 feet when adjacent to a residential use or district, or ten
feet when adjacent to an agricultural use or district.
c. Side yard: None, except 20 feet when adjacent to a residential use or district, or ten
feet when adjacent to an agricultural use or district.
(5) Minimum open space: 15 percent of the lot area.
Staff: Gayle Conrad, Director of Citizen
Services/City Clerk
Agenda: May 18, 2026
AGENDA REPORT
Cape Girardeau City Council
TITLE
Approval of the May 4, 2026, Regular Session and Closed Session City Council Minutes.
SUMMARY
Approval of the May 4, 2026, Regular Session and Closed Session City Council Minutes.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Approve.
ATTACHMENTS
• 2026.05.04.Council.Minutes.DRAFT.CLOSED.pdf
• 2026.05.04 Council Minutes DRAFT.pdf
Proceedings of the City Council, City of Cape Girardeau, Mo.
Closed Session May 4, 2026 MM-249
CLOSED SESSION – May 4, 2026
CALL TO ORDER
The Cape Girardeau City Council convened in closed session pursuant to 610.021 RSMo. Section
(1) at the Cape Girardeau City Hall on May 4, 2026, at 5:47 p.m., with Mayor Robbie Guard
presiding and Council Members Mark Bliss, Bryan Johnson, Tameka Randle, DeWayne Schaaf
and Nate Thomas present. David Cantrell was absent.
LITIGATION
City Attorney Greg Young provided an update on the following pending lawsuits involving the
City of Cape Girardeau.
Kathy Berry, June 27, 2024, allegedly slipped and fell in the restroom at Cape Splash. Lawsuit is
in the discovery phase with depositions scheduled later this month.
Donna Ryan, July 5, 2024, slipped and allegedly injured herself playing pickleball at the Osage
Centre. Lawsuit is in the discovery phase.
Monika Gray-El, on February 25, 2024, was arrested by Cape Police and is currently incarcerated.
Lawsuit for excessive use of force was filed and is currently pending in federal court.
Tyler Banks, July 20, 2024, was arrested for DWI and resisting arrest and pled guilty. Dereck
Williams, who has sued the City multiple times, has filed a lawsuit for excessive use of force on
behalf of Mr. Banks. Multiple motions are pending, and the lawsuit is in the discovery phase.
Athena Properties et al, claim relates to the Special Use Permit issued by the City for Roni’s Mac
Bar. The case was removed to federal court and it has been assigned to Judge Stevens. The lawsuit
is in the discovery phase.
Candace Presson alleges bodily injury while riding a scooter at or near 115 N. West End Boulevard
on September 22, 2025. The lawsuit is in the discovery phase.
Angela Evans was involved in a motor vehicle crash at the intersection of Linden and S. Pacific on
September 11, 2024. The vehicle on Pacific failed to stop causing the crash. Ms. Evans is claiming
the City is at fault due to the stop sign on Pacific being allegedly covered by tree limbs. The lawsuit
is in the initial discovery stage.
Norman Denny on March 3, 2023, was a passenger in a vehicle traveling on Bloomfield Road when
a tree fell on the vehicle resulting in significant injury to Mr. Denny. The City contested liability,
and during recent mediation the insurance company agreed to a $35,000 settlement and plaintiff
accepted.
Paul Bollinger on April 26, 2021, was operating a motorcycle and allegedly hit a pothole on Allen
Street. He suffered a back injury and has since passed away. The estate was named as substitute
party and has agreed to a settlement with the insurance company for $100,000.
Proceedings of the City Council, City of Cape Girardeau, Mo.
Closed Session May 4, 2026 MM-250
Corey Moore, a former City employee, filed a claim of employment discrimination. The City
contested, however insurance offered a settlement of $17,500 in order to avoid litigating the case
further, and the plaintiff accepted.
Local 1084 Fire Union sued the City prior to the election but did not serve the City with the lawsuit
until recently. The City is reviewing the lawsuit and having meetings with the labor council to
discuss.
MEETING ADJOURNMENT
A Motion was made by Thomas, seconded by Johnson, to adjourn the closed session at 6:08 p.m.
Motion passed by roll call vote. 6-0. Ayes: Bliss, Guard, Johnson, Randle, Schaaf, Thomas. Absent:
Cantrell.
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Robert F. Guard, Mayor
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Gayle L. Conrad, City Clerk
Proceedings of the City Council, City of Cape Girardeau, Mo.
Regular Session May 04, 2026 MM-247
STUDY SESSION – May 04, 2026
NO ACTION TAKEN DURING THE STUDY SESSION
The Cape Girardeau City Council held a study session at the Cape Girardeau City Hall on Monday,
May 04, 2026, at 5:01 p.m. with Mayor Robert F. Guard presiding and Council Members Mark
Bliss, Bryan Johnson, Tameka Randle, DeWayne Schaaf and Nate Thomas present. David Cantrell
was absent.
REGULAR SESSION – May 04, 2026
CALL TO ORDER
The Cape Girardeau City Council convened in regular session at the Cape Girardeau City Hall on
Monday, May 04, 2026, at 5:33 p.m. with Mayor Robert F. Guard presiding and Council Members
Mark Bliss, Bryan Johnson, Tameka Randle, DeWayne Schaaf and Nate Thomas were present.
David J. Cantrell was absent.
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
A Motion was made by Mark Bliss, Seconded by Nate Thomas, to approve and adopt the agenda.
Motion passed. 6-0. Ayes: Bliss, Guard, Johnson, Randle, Schaaf, Thomas. Absent, Cantrell.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
A Public Hearing to consider a request to rezone property located on North Main Street from M-1
(Light Manufacturing/Industrial District) to CBD (Central Business District).
Mayor Guard abstained for financial reasons due to his employment with MRV Banks.
Mayor Pro Tempore Nate Thomas opened the public hearing.
There being no appearances, the hearing was closed.
CONSENT AGENDA
Approval of the April 20, 2026 Regular Session City Council Minutes.
BILL NO. 26-34, an Ordinance authorizing the City Manager to execute a Transportation Planning
Consolidated Grant Agreement with the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission, in
the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Second and Third Readings.
BILL NO. 26-35, an Ordinance approving the record plat of Laurentius Larkspur
Subdivision. Second and Third Readings.
BILL NO. 26-37, a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute the Third Amendment to
Lease Agreement with BNSF Railway Company for property along Aquamsi Street, in the City of
Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Reading and Passage.
BILL NO. 26-38, a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute agreements with Nip
Kelley Equipment Company, Inc., for the Cape Rock Drive Sidewalk project, in the City of Cape
Girardeau, Missouri. Reading and Passage.
Proceedings of the City Council, City of Cape Girardeau, Mo.
Regular Session May 04, 2026 MM-248
A Motion to Accept the Improvements and Authorize Final Payment to Apex Paving Co. for the
2025 Asphalt Overlay Program
A Motion was made by Mark Bliss, Seconded by Bryan Johnson, to approve and adopt. Motion
passed. 6-0. Ayes: Bliss, Guard, Johnson, Randle, Schaaf, Thomas. Absent, Cantrell.
BILL NO. 26-34 will be Ordinance NO.5905. BILL NO. 26-35 will be Ordinance NO. 5906.
BILL NO. 26-37 will be Resolution NO. 3700. BILL NO. 26-38 will be Resolution NO. 3701.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT AGENDA
BILL NO. 26-36, an Ordinance accepting Permanent Utility Easements from Forefront Holdings,
LLC, for property located on Old Hopper Road.
A Motion was made by DeWayne Schaaf, Seconded by Bryan Johnson, to approve and adopt.
Motion passed. 5-0. Ayes: Bliss, Johnson, Randle, Schaaf, Thomas. Absent, Cantrell. Mayor
Guard abstained for financial reasons due to his employment with MRV Banks.
BILL NO. 26-36 will be Ordinance NO.5907
NEW ORDINANCES
BILL NO. 26-39, an Ordinance approving the record plat of Prominence I Subdivision. First
Reading. Mayor Guard called for public appearances regarding this Bill. No one appeared.
A Motion was made by Nate Thomas, Seconded by DeWayne Schaaf, to approve.
Motion passed. 6-0. Ayes: Bliss, Guard, Johnson, Randle, Schaaf, Thomas. Absent, Cantrell.
BILL NO. 26-42, an Ordinance amending Chapter 30 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of
Cape Girardeau, Missouri, by changing the zoning of property located on North Main Street, in the
City and County of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, from M-1 to CBD. First Reading. Mayor Pro
Tempore Thomas called for public appearances regarding this Bill. No one appeared.
A Motion was made by Tameka Randle, Seconded by Mark Bliss, to approve.
Motion passed. 5-0. Ayes: Bliss, Johnson, Randle, Schaaf, Thomas. Absent, Cantrell. Mayor
Guard abstained for financial reasons due to his employment with MRV Banks.
MEETING ADJOURNMENT
A Motion was made by Mark Bliss, Seconded by Nate Thomas, to adjourn to closed session,
pursuant to RSMo. Sections 610.021(1) for legal actions and litigation and confidential
communications with legal counsel.
Motion passed. 6-0. Ayes: Bliss, Guard, Johnson, Randle, Schaaf, Thomas. Absent, Cantrell.
The regular session ended at 5:43 p.m.
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Robert F. Guard, Mayor
___________________________
Courtney Davis, Deputy City Clerk
Staff: Ryan Shrimplin, City Planner
Agenda: May 18, 2026
AGENDA REPORT
Cape Girardeau City Council
TITLE
BILL NO. 26-39, an Ordinance approving the record plat of Prominence I Subdivision. Second and
Third Readings.
SUMMARY
A record plat has been submitted for Prominence I Subdivision, located at 3101 County Road 620 and
zoned R-1 (Single-Family Suburban Residential). The plat creates 12 single-family residential lots and
one common ground lot for a stormwater detention basin. It also dedicates right-of-way for one new
public street (Red Dog Drive) and a portion of an existing street (County Road 620). The plat shows a
variance for the omission of the required front setback along the south line of the Misty Hollow Lane
ingress/egress easement. Staff supports the variance because the easement extends 25 feet into the lots
and serves as a de facto setback because structures are not allowed in the easement. Imposing a 30-foot
front setback from the easement line would drastically reduce the buildable area of the lots.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
The staff report to the Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of the record plat.
BOARD OR COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
The Planning & Zoning Commission, at its May 8, 2024 meeting, recommended approval of the record
plat by a vote of 8 in favor, 0 in opposition, and 0 abstaining.
ATTACHMENTS
• 26-39_RP_ Prominence_I _Subdivision.doc
• Staff Review Referral Action Form.pdf
• Map - Prominence I Subdivision.pdf
• Application - Prominence I Subdivision Record Plat.pdf
• 38909 Prominence I Subdivision Plat-Revision 4.pdf
BILL NO. 26-39 ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE RECORD
PLAT OF PROMINENCE I SUBDIVISION
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CAPE
GIRARDEAU, MISSOURI, AS FOLLOWS:
ARTICLE 1. The record plat of Prominence I Subdivision,
being a part of the Northwest Quarter of Section 23, Township 31
North, Range 13 East of the Fifth Principal Meridian, and also a
part of Lot Numbered One (1) of Cape La Croix Farms Subdivision
as shown in Plat Book 17 at Page 12 in the County Land Records,
in the City and County of Cape Girardeau, State of Missouri,
submitted by BK Investment Group, LLC, bearing the certification
of Christopher L. Koehler, a Registered Land Surveyor, dated the
16th day of April, 2026, is hereby approved.
ARTICLE 2. The City Clerk is hereby directed to sign the
record plat with the date of Council approval and affix thereto
the seal of the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri.
ARTICLE 3. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect
ten days after its passage and approval.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS day of , 2026.
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Robert F. Guard, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Courtney Davis, Deputy City Clerk
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Agenda: May 18, 2026
AGENDA REPORT
Cape Girardeau City Council
TITLE
BILL NO. 26-44, a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a License and Indemnity
Agreement with Southeast Missouri State University for various improvements in the Normal Avenue
right-of-way, in the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Reading and Passage.
SUMMARY
The attached License and Indemnity Agreement grants permission to Southeast Missouri State
University to construct, install, and maintain decorative concrete surfacing, placemaking elements (e.g.,
art, lighting, etc.) and landscaping upon Normal Avenue and the Normal Avenue right-of-way as shown
in the exhibit.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
Per the Agreement, Southeast Missouri State University is responsible for all costs associated with the
improvements and activities taken in connection with the Agreement.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends adoption of the resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute the License and
Indemnity Agreement.
ATTACHMENTS
• 26-44_License_and_Indemnity_SEMO_Normal.doc
• 2026.05.12.Normal.Ave.SEMO.LI.pdf
BILL NO. 26-44 RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE A LICENSE AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT
WITH SOUTHEAST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY FOR
VARIOUS IMPROVEMENTS IN THE NORMAL AVENUE
RIGHT-OF-WAY, IN THE CITY OF CAPE GIRARDEAU,
MISSOURI
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CAPE
GIRARDEAU, MISSOURI, AS FOLLOWS:
ARTICLE 1. The City Manager, for and on behalf of the City
of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, is hereby authorized to execute a
License and Indemnity Agreement with Southeast Missouri State
University for various improvements in the Normal Avenue right-
of-way, in the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri. The Agreement
shall be in substantially the form attached hereto, which
document is hereby approved by the City Council, with such
changes or amendments as shall be approved by the officers of
the City executing the same. The officers, agents, and employees
of the City are hereby authorized to execute all documents and
take steps as they deem necessary and advisable to carry out and
perform the purpose of this Resolution.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS _______ DAY OF __________, 2026.
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Robert F. Guard, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Courtney Davis, Deputy City Clerk
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LICENSE AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT
This License and Indemnity Agreement, hereinafter referred to as this “Agreement”, is
entered into by and between SOUTHEAST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY, hereinafter
referred to as the “Licensee”, and the CITY OF CAPE GIRARDEAU, a Municipal Corporation
organized and existing under the laws of the State of Missouri, hereinafter referred to as the “City”.
The Licensee and the City collectively are hereinafter referred to as the “Parties”.
WHEREAS, the Licensee desires to place certain improvements and/or conduct certain
activities in or on the public right-of-way or other property owned or controlled by the City,
hereinafter referred to as the “City Property”; and
WHEREAS, this Agreement has been prepared for the purposes of granting permission to
the Licensee to place said improvements and/or conduct said activities in or on the City Property,
subject to certain conditions contained herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the mutual covenants and conditions
contained herein, the Parties do hereby state, acknowledge, and agree as follows:
1. The City hereby grants the Licensee permission for the following improvements and/or
activities: to construct, install, and maintain decorative concrete surfacing, placemaking
elements (e.g., art, lighting, etc.), and landscaping upon Normal Avenue and the Normal
Avenue right of way in the area as shown in the attached Exhibit, which is incorporated
herein by reference and which final design shall be subject to approval by the City, and
which approval shall not be unreasonably withheld.
2. The Licensee hereby assumes all risk of personal injury or death and property damage or
loss from whatever causes arising while any person approaches, enters, uses, or leaves City
Property, which may occur directly or indirectly as a result of the placement of said
improvements and/or the conduct of any activities taken in connection with this Agreement
or on the City Property.
3. The Licensee hereby releases the City, its officers, employees, agents, servants, and assigns
from any liability resulting from the placement of said improvements and/or the conduct
of any activities taken in connection with this Agreement or on the City Property.
4. To the extent permissible by law, the Licensee hereby indemnifies and holds harmless the
City, its officers, employees, agents, servants, and assigns from and against any and all
claims, demands, damages, judgements, loss, liability, suits and actions of every name and
description brought against the same, including attorneys’ fees and costs for witnesses or
experts, resulting from, incident to, connected with or arising out of actions or inactions
taken in connection with this Agreement, including but not limited to, any injuries or
damages received or sustained by any party or parties or alleged to be received or sustained
by any party or parties that may result directly or indirectly from the placement of said
improvements or on the City Property. Notwithstanding the foregoing, and for the avoidance
of any doubt, given the Licensee’s status as a state institution, the provisions of this paragraph
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will be superseded by applicable state laws. If for any reason the Licensee fails to fully
indemnify the City, the City reserves the right to immediately terminate this Agreement .
The Licensee hereby agrees to keep said improvements in a state of good repair and to
cooperate with the City by making necessary repairs as requested by the City so a s to
protect and preserve the public health and safety. The Licensee hereby acknowledges that
the City Property contains utility infrastructure in the location of said improvements. In
the event that said improvements are excavated, removed, or otherwise disturbed in order
to access said utility infrastructure for purposes of maintenance, repair, replacement,
expansion, or removal, the restoration of said disturbed improvements shall be the sole
responsibility of the Licensee and the City shall not be liabl e in any way for any costs or
expenses related to such restoration.
5. The Licensee hereby agrees that it will not maintain in or on the City Property any
hazardous or toxic waste or substances, as defined under all applicable federal, state, and
local environmental laws, including, but not limited to: hazardous waste as defined in the
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976, as amended (hereinafter referred to as
“RCRA”), hazardous substances as defined in the Comprehensive Environmental
Response Compensation and Liability Act, as amended (hereinafter referred to as
“CERCLA”), and toxic substances as defined in the Toxic Substances Control Act, as
amended (hereinafter referred to as “TSCA”). Any operations in or on the City Property
shall not be in violation of any laws, regulations, ordinances, statutes, orders, or decrees of
any governmental body, arbitration tribunal, or court, including, without limitation, RCRA,
CERCLA, TSCA, and all regulations thereunder. There shall be no conduct of business
in or on the City Property that constitutes a violation of environmental laws or any other
laws, regulations, ordinances, statutes, order or decrees of any governmental body.
6. Neither this Agreement, nor any portion thereof, nor any actions of the City in granting
permission to place said improvements and/or conduct said activities in or on the City
Property, shall be construed to give the Licensee any irrevocable rights with respect thereto.
The City reserves the right to terminate this Agreement and to order the removal of said
improvements and/or the cessation of said activities, at the Licensee’s cost, for any reason.
In such event, the Licensee agrees to remove said improvements and/or cease any activities
within a reasonable period of time as determined by the City. Should the Licensee fail to
remove said improvements and/or cease any activities within said period of time, the City
shall have the right to cause said improvements to be removed and/or activities to be
stopped, and any costs incurred by the City in doing so shall be paid by the Licensee. In
the event the City should bring an action to enforce the terms of this Agreement, the City
shall be entitled to recovery from the Licensee for any and all fees and expenses incurred,
including but not limited to attorneys’ fees and costs for witnesses or experts.
7. This Agreement shall be a continuing obligation running with the land, and shall bind the
Licensee and any heirs, executors, administrators, successors, assigns, and legal
representatives of the Licensee.
(Signatures on following pages)
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Executed by the Licensee on this day of , 2026.
SOUTHEAST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY
Dr. J. Bradford Hodson, President
ATTEST:
(Signature)
(Printed Name and Title)
STATE OF MISSOURI )
) SS.
COUNTY OF CAPE GIRARDEAU )
ON THIS day of , 2026, before me, a Notary Public in and
for said State, personally appeared Dr. Brad Hodson, President of Southeast Missouri State
University, known by me to be the person described in and who executed the foregoing instrument,
and acknowledged that said instrument was signed and sealed on behalf of said University by
authority of its Board of Governors, and further acknowledged that he executed said instrument as
the free act and deed of said University for the purposes therein stated.
IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed my official seal in
said State and County, the date first above written.
(Signature)
(Printed Name)
My Commission Expires:
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Executed by the City on this day of , 2026.
CITY OF CAPE GIRARDEAU
Dr. Kenneth Haskin, City Manager
ATTEST:
(Signature)
(Printed Name and Title)
STATE OF MISSOURI )
) SS.
COUNTY OF CAPE GIRARDEAU )
ON THIS day of , 2026, before me, a Notary Public in and
for said state, personally appeared Dr. Kenneth Haskin, City Manager of the City of Cape
Girardeau, Missouri, a Municipal Corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State
of Missouri, known by me to be the person described in and who executed the foregoing
instrument, and acknowledged that said instrument was signed and sealed on behalf of said City
by authority of its City Council, and further acknowledged that he executed said instrument as the
free act and deed of said City for the purposes therein stated.
IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed my official seal in
said State and County, the date first above written.
(Signature)
(Printed Name)
My Commission Expires:
EXHIBIT
Staff: Trevor Pulley, Assistant City
Manager
Agenda: May 18, 2026
AGENDA REPORT
Cape Girardeau City Council
TITLE
A motion to accept the public infrastructure improvements to serve the Prominence I Subdivision, in the
City of Cape Girardeau.
SUMMARY
Public infrastructure improvements constructed to serve the Prominence Subdivision are as follows:
Sanitary Sewer:
• (2) Standard Sanitary Manhole
• (1) Doghouse Manhole
• 594 LF of 8” SDR-35 PVC Sewer Pipe
Water Main:
• 730 LF of 8” C-900 PVC
• (2) Fire Hydrant Assemblies
• (1) 8” Gate Valve
Street Infrastructure:
• 3,100 SY of 7” P.C.C. Pavement
Storm Infrastructure:
• (2) Grated Curb Inlets
• 26.5 LF of 15” RCP
These improvements were inspected by City Staff and were completed generally in accordance with the
approved plans.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
The public infrastructure improvements were installed by private contractor. Once accepted into the
City System, the City will pay for routine maintenance and, if necessary, any repairs.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the Council accept, by motion, the public infrastructure improvements to serve the
Prominence I Subdivision into the City System.
ATTACHMENTS
• 38909 - Civil Plans - As Builts.pdf
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4/17/2026
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PLAN - PROFILE
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403.91
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LOT 2
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LOT 3
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0.63 ACRES
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WATER MAIN EXTENSION PROFILE
SEAL
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WITHOUT THE PERMISSION OF KOEHLER
ENGINEERING. NOT VALID FOR PROFESSIONAL
PURPOSES UNLESS SIGNED AND SEALED.
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PE-28774
KELS PJCT NO.
38909
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4/17/2026
CHRISTOPHER
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WATER MAIN
EXTENSION
PLAN - PROFILE
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LOT 3
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LOT 10
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SANITARY SEWER MAIN EXTENSION PROFILE
SEAL
THIS DRAWING IS NOT TO BE REPRODUCED
WITHOUT THE PERMISSION OF KOEHLER
ENGINEERING. NOT VALID FOR PROFESSIONAL
PURPOSES UNLESS SIGNED AND SEALED.
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PE-28774
KELS PJCT NO.
38909
OWNR PJCT NO.
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4/17/2026
CHRISTOPHER
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STORM ST-3 TO ST-5 PROFILE STORM ST-1 TO ST-2 PROFILE
·
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SEAL
THIS DRAWING IS NOT TO BE REPRODUCED
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ENGINEERING. NOT VALID FOR PROFESSIONAL
PURPOSES UNLESS SIGNED AND SEALED.
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PE-28774
KELS PJCT NO.
38909
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CHRISTOPHER
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Staff: Trevor Pulley, Assistant City
Manager
Agenda: May 18, 2026
AGENDA REPORT
Cape Girardeau City Council
TITLE
A motion to accept the public infrastructure improvements to serve the Deer Run Estates Phase 2
Subdivision, in the City of Cape Girardeau.
SUMMARY
Public infrastructure improvements constructed to serve the Deer Run Estates Phase 2 subdivision are
as follows:
Sanitary Sewer:
• (8) Standard Sanitary Manholes
• 1,725 LF of 8” SDR-35 PVC Sewer Pipe
Water Main:
• 1,468 LF of 8” C-900 PVC Water Main
• (3) Fire Hydrant Assemblies
• (7) 8” Gate Valves
Storm Water Infrastructure
• (2) Area Inlets
• (6) Curb Inlets
• (2) Catch Basins
• (3) Storm Manholes
• (1) 36” Flared End Section
• 449’ of 18” HDPP
• 591’ of 24” HDPP
• 190’ of 36” HDPP
• 24 SY of Rip-Rap
Street Infrastructure:
• 4,717 SY of 7” Concrete Pavement
• 17,531 SF of Sidewalk
• (8) Handicap Ramps
• (4) Street Lights
These improvements were inspected by City Staff and were completed generally in accordance with the
approved plans.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
The public infrastructure improvements were installed by private contractor. Once accepted into the
City System, the City will pay for routine maintenance and, if necessary, any repairs.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the Council accept, by motion, the public infrastructure improvements to serve the
Deer Run Estates Phase 2 Subdivision into the City System.
ATTACHMENTS
• Deer Run Phase 2 As Builts.pdf
Staff: Ryan Shrimplin, City Planner
Agenda: May 18, 2026
AGENDA REPORT
Cape Girardeau City Council
TITLE
BILL NO. 26-42, an Ordinance amending Chapter 30 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Cape
Girardeau, Missouri, by changing the zoning of property located on North Main Street, in the City and
County of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, from M-1 to CBD. Second and Third Readings.
SUMMARY
A rezoning application has been submitted for the property at 306, 308, 406, and 450 North Main Street
and the adjacent parcel to the north. The applicant is requesting that the property be rezoned from M-1
(Light Manufacturing/Industrial District) to CBD (Central Business District). The immediately
surrounding properties are zoned PD (Planned Development District) to the north, M-1 (Light
Manufacturing/Industrial District) and CBD (Central Business District) to the east, CBD (Central
Business District) to the south, and M-1 (Light Manufacturing/Industrial District) and CBD (Central
Business District) to the west. This area is characterized by residential, commercial, and religious uses.
The Cape Vision 2040 Comprehensive Plan’s Future Land Use Map shows the subject property as
Urban Mixed Use.
The attached ordinance rezones the property to CBD. A public hearing on the rezoning request was
held on May 4, 2026.
SUSTAINABILITY: ECONOMIC, ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL IMPACTS
In considering a rezoning request, the Planning & Zoning Commission and the City Council must
determine if the proposed zoning district is reasonable and in reasonable conformity with the existing
uses and value of the immediately surrounding properties. The subject property is located on the east
side of North Main Street between a townhouse development and Century Casino. A portion of it
contains non-residential buildings and other improvements; the rest of it is vacant land. The property
was used for manufacturing/industrial and/or commercial uses until recently. It is now vacant. The
property is proposed to be redeveloped for buildings containing commercial uses on the ground floor
and residential uses on the upper levels. The current M-1 zoning does not allow residential uses. The
proposed CBD zoning allows both commercial and residential uses. Additionally, CBD is the zoning
equivalent of the Urban Mixed Use future land use category in the Comprehensive Plan. It is for these
reasons that the proposed zoning district is reasonable and in reasonable conformity with the existing
uses and value of the immediately surrounding properties.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
The staff report to the Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of the rezoning request.
BOARD OR COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
The Planning & Zoning Commission held a public hearing at its April 8, 2026 meeting and
recommended approval of the rezoning request by a vote of 5 in favor, 0 in opposition, and 2
abstaining.
PUBLIC OUTREACH
The City Council's public hearing was advertised in the Southeast Missourian on April 11, 2026. In
addition, a sign displaying the date, time, location, and subject of the Planning & Zoning Commission
and City Council public hearings was posted on the property. Notices were also mailed to the adjacent
property owners.
ATTACHMENTS
• 26-42_306, 308, 406 & 450 North Main Street and Adjacent Parcel to the North_Rezone.doc
• Staff Review-Referral-Action Form.pdf
• Application - Rezoning - North Main Street.pdf
• Map - Zoning - North Main Street.pdf
• Map - FLU - North Main Street.pdf
• Sec. 30-68. - M-1, Light Manufacturing Industrial District.pdf
• Sec. 30-65. - CBD, Central Business District.pdf
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BILL NO. 26-42 ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 30 OF THE CODE
OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF CAPE GIRARDEAU,
MISSOURI, BY CHANGING THE ZONING OF PROPERTY
LOCATED ON NORTH MAIN STREET, IN THE CITY AND
COUNTY OF CAPE GIRARDEAU, MISSOURI, FROM M-1
TO CBD
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WHEREAS, the City Planning and Zoning Commission has
recommended rezoning all of the property described in Article 1
of this ordinance from M-1, Light Manufacturing/Industrial
District to CBD, Central Business District; and
WHEREAS, Public Notice of such change was given as
prescribed in Chapter 30 of the Code of Ordinances of the City
of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, and a public hearing was held on
Monday, May 4, 2026; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Cape Girardeau,
Missouri has elected to rezone the property described in
Article 1 of this ordinance from M-1, Light Manufacturing/
Industrial District to CBD, Central Business District.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF CAPE GIRARDEAU, MISSOURI, AS FOLLOWS:
ARTICLE 1. Chapter 30 of the Code of Ordinances of the
City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, is hereby amended to change
the zoning from the present M-1, Light Manufacturing/Industrial
District to CBD, Central Business District, for the following
described property:
306, 308, 406 & 450 North Main Street and Adjacent
Parcel to the North
Tract No. 1:
The following described real estate located in Cape
Girardeau County, Missouri, Part of Out Lot No. One
(l) to the City of Cape Girardeau Missouri, described
as follows: Commencing at the southeast corner of said
Out Lot No. 1 and run north along the east boundary
line of said Out Lot No. 1, one hundred (100) feet;
thence run West one hundred sixty-four (164) feet;
thence run South one hundred (100) feet to North
Street; thence run east along the north side of said
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street one hundred sixty-four (164) feet to the place
of beginning; save and except therefrom a strip of
ground off the west side thereof thirty (30) feet in
width taken up by the extension of Main Street, which
said property as above described is known and
described on the map of the City of Cape Girardeau,
Missouri, as Lot No. One (l), Range "K", fronting
ninety-five (95) feet on Main Street by one hundred
thirty-four (134) feet in depth on North Street, and
five (5) feet off the south side of Lot No. Two (2),
Range "K", fronting five (5) feet on Main Street by
one hundred thirty-four (134) feet in depth, save and
except therefrom that certain strip of land off the
easterly side thereof, conveyed by the Matteson Paint
Company to the St. Louis, Memphis and Southeastern
Railroad Company, for a railroad right of way, by Deed
dated the 29th day of August, 1902 and recorded in the
Recorder's Office at Jackson, Missouri, in Deed Book
38 at page 305. Also an underground easement under
the tracts of the St. Louis and San Francisco Railroad
Company's right of way.
Also,
Tract No. 2:
Part of Lots No. Two (2) and Three (3) in Range "K" in
the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, described as
follows: Beginning at a point five (5) feet north from
the southeast corner of Lot No. Two (2) in Range "K"
of said City, and run north with the east line of Lots
No. Two (2) and Three (3) in Range "K" aforesaid, one
hundred forty-five (145) feet, thence west parallel
with North Street one hundred thirty-four (134) feet
to Main Street, thence south along the east line of
Main Street one hundred forty-five (145) feet; thence
east parallel with North Street one hundred thirty-
four (134) feet to the point of beginning; situate and
being a part of subdivision of Out Lot One (1) to the
City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri; subject however, to
the right of way of the St. Louis, San Francisco
Railroad Company as defined by Deed from James A.
Matteson to the St. Louis, Memphis and Southeastern
Railroad Company, dated the 29th day of August 1902,
and recorded in the Recorder's Office at Jackson,
Missouri, in Deed Book 38 at page 304. Also an
underground easement under the tracts of the railroad
and the railroad right of way of the St. Louis and San
Francisco Railroad Company. Also, all that portion of
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North Street or Park Drive, extending from the east
line of Main Street east to the Mississippi River,
subject to the reservation of a 15' easement for sewer
and utility purposes running East and West along the
North portion of such street, Less and Except all that
part of the former North Street Right of Way falling
over the Railroad Right of Way and all that part
within Riverfront Park owned by the City of Cape
Girardeau per the original land grant to the City of
Cape Girardeau from Louis Lorimier.
Also,
Tract No. 3:
All of the North 173.25 feet of Lot 2 in Range "F" in
the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, particularly
described as follows: Begin at the northwest corner of
said Lot 2, Range "F"; thence South, along the east
line of Main Street, 173.25 feet; thence East,
parallel with North Street, 106 feet to the east line
of said Lot 2; thence North, along the east line of
said Lot 2, 173.25 feet to the northeast corner of
said Lot 2; thence West, along the south line of North
Street, 106 feet to the point of beginning.
The south property line runs within 2 feet of Brown
and Winstead’s garage. Subject to the easement rights
of the St. Louis-San Francisco Railway Company, a
corporation, described in an instrument in writing
dated April 15, 1938, recorded in Book 111 at page
216, land records of Cape Girardeau County, Missouri.
Also,
Tract No. 4:
All of the North Half (N 1/2) of Lot Numbered One (1)
and all of Lot Numbered Two (2) in Range ''F", lying
East of Main Street in the City of Cape Girardeau,
Missouri, subject to an easement to the St. Louis-San
Francisco Railroad Company. Except all that part of
Lot 2 which was conveyed to Linder Deimund and Susie
K. Deimund, his wife, by General Warranty Deed dated
February 19, 1948, recorded in Book 140 at Page 99 in
the office of the Recorder of Cape Girardeau County,
Missouri, more particularly described as follows: All
of the North 173.25 feet of Lot 2 in Range "F" in the
City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, particularly
described as follows: Begin at the northwest corner of
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said Lot 2, Range "F", thence South, along the east
line of Main Street, 173.25 feet; thence East,
parallel with North Street, 106 feet to the east line
of said Lot 2; thence North, along the east line of
said Lot 2, 173.25 feet, to the northeast corner of
said Lot 2; thence West, along the south line of North
Street, 106 feet to the point of beginning, this south
property line running within 2 feet of Brown and
Winstead's garage; the foregoing being the same real
estate described in warranty deed from Darrell W.
Brown, a single person, to Oscar B. Brown and Ruby E.
Brown, his wife, and Lory Stahly and Lillian Stahly,
his wife, dated August 6, 1957, recorded in Book 173
at page 405, Except any part of the north half (1/2)
of Lot One (1) in Range “F” falling within the River’s
Edge Subdivision as shown in Document # 2021-13331 in
the land records of Cape Girardeau County.
Also,
ALL OF THAT PART OF A TRACT OF LAND DESCRIBED IN DEED
BOOK 446, AT PAGE 664, IN THE LAND RECORDS OF CAPE
GIRARDEAU COUNTY, AND BEING NOW OR FORMERLY HELD IN
THE RECORD TITLE NAME OF WILLIAM WALKER THE 3RD, AND
BEING PART OF OUTLOT #1 OF UNITED STATES PRIVATE
SURVEY NUMBER 2199, AND BEING PART OF LOTS 1, 2, AND 3
OF RANGE “L” , AND PART OF LOT 3 OF RANGE "K" OF THE
CITY OF CAPE GIRARDEAU, AND THAT PART OF VACATED
WATHEN STREET EAST OF MAIN STREET AND WEST OF THE
BURLINGTON NORTHERN RAILROAD, AND BEING ALL WITHIN
TOWNSHIP 31 NORTH, RANGE 14 EAST OF THE FIFTH
PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN THE CITY AND COUNTY OF CAPE
GIRARDEAU, AND MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:
Begin at a point on the east line of Main Street,
thence North 6° 14' 50" East, 417.9 feet, to the
Southwest corner of a tract of land described in Deed
Book 485 at Page 223, and thence with the South line
of said parcel, South 84° 09' 43" East, 150.53 feet to
a point on the West line of the Burlington Northern
Railroad, thence with said west line South 17° 16' 05”
West, 35.09 feet to the point of curvature of a curve
to the left having a radius of 1440.39 feet, thence
along the arc of said curve a distance of 246.24 feet,
thence South 7° 28' 24” West, 102.78 feet to a point
on the North line of Lot #3 of said Range K, thence
with said North Line, and along the north line of a
Railroad R/W deed recorded in Deed Book 35 at Page
604, North 83° 45' 29” West, 1.69 feet, thence along
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the west line of said Railroad R/W deed South 08° 19 '
17" West, 47.18 feet, thence leaving said Railroad
R/W, North 83° 44' 28" West, 111.99 feet to the place
of beginning and containing 1.23 acres, more or less ,
and being subject to easements of record, Less and
Except any part within the Railroad Right of Way of
record.
ARTICLE 2. The City Council hereby finds and declares that
the property described in Article 1 of this ordinance is at the
present time particularly suitable for the purposes and uses of
the CBD, Central Business District, and that such changes
authorized hereby are reasonable and in reasonable conformity
with the existing uses and value of the immediately surrounding
properties.
ARTICLE 3. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect
ten days after its passage and approval.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS day of , 2026.
________________________________
Robert F. Guard, Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________________
Courtney Davis, Deputy City Clerk
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Rezoning Request306, 308, 406, and 450 North Main Street and Adjacent Vacant Lot to the North
Requested Rezoning from M-1 (Light Manufacturing/Industrial District) to CBD (Central Business District)Future Land Use Recommendation: Urban Mixed Use
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Sec. 30-68. - M-1, Light Manufacturing/Industrial District.
Purpose. The M-1 district is intended primarily for uses engaged in light manufacturing, assembly, fabrication,
warehousing, wholesaling and retail trade, and service operations which conduct all activities within a building with
no external impact or effect. This district is intended to serve as a transition between more intense industrial
development and commercial, office, or multifamily residential development.
Permitted principal uses.
Light manufacturing facilities.
Any establishment which provides supplies or services primarily to commercial and industrial customers, such as
janitorial services, sign shops, packaging or shipping services, locksmiths, or printing, lithographing, engraving,
photocopying, blueprinting, publishing, electrical, heating, plumbing and binding establishments.
Health and fitness centers.
Cemeteries.
Commercial day cares.
Funeral homes and mortuaries.
Government buildings and uses, including police and fire stations.
Heavy machinery and equipment sales, rental and service.
Offices, administrative, business, finance and professional.
Public and private parks, playgrounds, and golf courses, including miniature golf courses and driving ranges.
Public service and public utility uses as follows:
Wireless facilities.
Water reservoirs, water standpipes, and elevated and ground-level water storage tanks.
Industrial schools and business schools.
Mini warehouses or self-storage units.
Residential treatment facilities.
Television and radio studios including any transmitting facilities.
Veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, and kennels.
Warehouses, storage and distribution centers.
Vehicle fueling stations, including service, repair, body and fender repair, and paint shops.
Recycling centers.
Marinas or docks.
Transitional housing.
Restaurants and bars.
Retail, including vehicle sales.
Comprehensive marijuana cultivation facilities, medical marijuana cultivation facilities, or microbusiness
wholesale facilities, as permitted in section 30-118.
Comprehensive marijuana dispensary facilities, medical marijuana dispensary facilities, or microbusiness
dispensary facilities, as permitted in section 30-118.
Comprehensive marijuana-infused products manufacturing facilities or medical marijuana-infused products
manufacturing facilities, as permitted in section 30-118.
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Marijuana testing facilities, as permitted in section 30-118.
Marijuana transportation facilities, as permitted in section 30-118.
Permitted accessory uses.
Dwelling or lodging units, but only for watchman, caretakers, or other personnel whose residence is essential to
the operation of a permitted or special use.
Accessory structures and uses customarily incidental to the above uses, as permitted in section 30-106.
Solar energy systems, as permitted in section 30-113.
Short-term use of shipping containers for accessory uses, as permitted in section 30-105.
Special uses.
Emergency shelters, transitional service shelters for 50 or fewer residents.
Manufactured business units, for office use only.
Telecommunication tower, as permitted in section 30-107.
Excursion gambling boat or floating gambling facility, as permitted in section 30-112.
Wind energy conversion systems, as permitted in section 30-113.
Billboards, as permitted in section 25-109.
Public utilities, except for buildings and accessory structures that are normal and customary in a zoning district
which would allow other buildings of the same nature as a use-by-right.
Short-term or long-term use of shipping containers for principal uses, as permitted in section 30-105.
Long-term use of shipping containers for accessory uses, as permitted in section 30-105.
Standards.
A site plan, meeting the requirements of chapter 25 shall be submitted and approved.
All storage shall be within a fully enclosed building or in an open yard so screened that the materials, products or
equipment are not visible from the street or adjoining property. Any outdoor storage shall be at least 100 feet
from any residential zoning district or use.
No building shall be used for residential purposes, except for a night watchman or a caretaker employed on the
premises.
Utilitarian areas such as loading docks, mechanical equipment, storage areas, mechanical and electrical
equipment, and dumpsters shall be located in the rear or side yard of the building.
Lighting shall be designed to shine and reflect away from any adjacent residential areas and shall meet the
requirements of chapter 25.
Height, area, bulk and setback requirements.
Maximum height: 40 feet excluding silos, smokestacks, and dust collection systems.
Minimum lot area: None.
Minimum lot width: None.
Minimum yard requirements:
Front yard: 25 feet.
Rear yard: 25 feet.
Side yard: None, except on a lot abutting a residential district there shall be a side yard of not less than ten
feet on the side of the lot abutting the residential district.
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Maximum building coverage: None.
Open space, landscaping and bufferyard requirements.
A minimum of 15 percent of the total lot area shall be devoted to open space, including required yard and
bufferyards.
Landscaping shall be provided as required in chapter 25.
A 20-foot-wide bufferyard shall be required adjacent to any property in the AG, AG-1, RE, R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4, R-5,
RUMD and RMH zoning districts. This bufferyard shall comply with the requirements of chapter 25.
Parking regulations. Off-street parking and loading spaces shall be provided in accordance with the requirements for
specific uses set forth in section 25-46.
(Code 1990, § 30-335; Ord. No. 5211, art. 6, 7-15-2019; Ord. No. art. 5, 2-6-2023)
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(15)
(16)
(17)
(18)
(19)
(20)
(21)
Sec. 30-65. - CBD, Central Business District.
Purpose. The CBD is the city's urban mixed-use district. It encompasses the downtown area and
contains a wide range of uses and lot sizes. It also has the largest concentration of historic
buildings. In order to preserve the unique character of the CBD, uses involving outdoor activities
are limited to those that do not detract from the pedestrian-oriented nature and visual appeal of
the district. New buildings, as well as exterior alterations and additions to existing buildings, are
required to meet certain design standards to ensure compatibility. In order to accommodate
existing lots and provide for flexibility in the design of new development and redevelopment
projects, there are no minimum lot standards or setbacks.
Permitted principal uses.
Art galleries or museums.
Auditoriums or theaters.
Banks or other financial institutions.
Banquet facilities.
Bed and breakfasts.
Commercial day cares.
Commercial recreation facilities.
Comprehensive marijuana dispensary facilities, medical marijuana dispensary facilities, or
microbusiness dispensary facilities, as permitted in section 30-118.
Funeral homes or mortuaries.
Governmental facilities.
Health or fitness centers.
Hospitals.
Hotels or motels.
Institutions of higher education, including universities and business, career, or technology
schools.
Instructional schools for art, dance, music, martial arts, or other disciplines.
Libraries.
Meeting halls.
Microbreweries or microdistilleries.
Nursing homes.
Offices.
Parks, playgrounds, or recreation facilities.
(22)
(23)
(24)
(25)
(26)
(27)
(28)
(29)
(30)
(c)
(1)
(2)
(3)
(d)
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
(10)
(e)
(1)
a.
Personal service establishments.
Police or fire stations.
Residential treatment facilities.
Residential uses, excluding manufactured homes.
Restaurants or bars.
Retail or rental establishments.
Small-scale light manufacturing and industrial facilities primarily utilizing artisans or digital
machinery.
Transitional housing.
Veterinary clinics or animal hospitals, excluding livestock and kennels.
Permitted accessory uses.
Accessory structures and uses customarily incidental to the above uses, as permitted in
section 30-106.
Short-term use of shipping containers for accessory uses, as permitted in section 30-105.
Solar energy systems, as permitted in section 30-113.
Special uses.
Any use not meeting the requirements of subsection (e)(1) of this section which would
otherwise be a permitted use in this section.
Excursion gambling boats or floating gambling facilities.
Helicopter facilities, in conjunction with a hospital.
Long-term use of shipping containers for accessory uses, as permitted in section 30-105.
Marinas or docks.
Public utilities, except for buildings or accessory structures that are normal and customary in
a zoning district which would allow other buildings or structures of the same nature as a use-
by-right.
Telecommunication towers, as permitted in section 30-107.
The allowance of additional height up to a total of 60 feet, not to exceed five stories.
Vehicle fueling, service or repair facilities, excluding body or paint shops.
Wind energy conversion systems, as permitted in section 30-113.
Standards.
All permitted uses shall be conducted entirely indoors except the following.
Drive-through or automatic teller machine (ATM) facilities associated with a bank or other
financial institution.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
j.
k.
l.
m.
n.
(2)
a.
b.
c.
(3)
a.
1.
2.
3.
Eating or drinking facilities.
Live musical performances or the playing of recorded music, provided that such activities
do not violate other provisions of the city Code.
Mobile food or beverage service facilities, provided that such activities do not violate other
provisions of the city Code.
Parking or loading facilities.
Parks or playgrounds.
Permitted accessory uses that are customarily conducted outdoors, in conjunction with a
dwelling.
Public art.
Public recreation facilities.
Shipping containers, as permitted in subsection (c)(2) of this section.
Solar energy systems, as permitted in subsection (c)(3) of this section.
Temporary uses, as permitted in section 30-109.
Walk-up windows for food or beverage service, provided that such activities do not violate
other provisions of the city Code.
Waste containers, subject to screening provisions as required elsewhere in the city Code.
Design standards for new buildings. New buildings shall be compatible with the general
architectural character of the surrounding buildings in terms of setback, orientation, height,
scale, massing, materials, and colors. New buildings shall not:
Disrupt an existing pattern of setbacks along a street,
Disrupt an existing pattern of buildings being oriented toward a street, or
Result in disproportionate height, scale, or massing relative to the surrounding buildings.
Design standards for exterior alterations and additions to existing buildings.
Exterior alterations and additions to existing buildings shall be compatible with the
architectural character of the building being altered or added to in terms of setback,
orientation, height, scale, massing, materials, and colors. Exterior alterations and
additions shall not:
Remove, materially alter, or obscure significant character-defining features such as
parapets, cornices, belt courses, corbels, quoins, medallions, mosaics, and patterned
brickwork,
Remove, materially alter, or obscure non-storefront wall openings in a manner that
disrupts an existing wall opening pattern on a public-facing building elevation,
4.
b.
1.
2.
3.
(4)
a.
b.
(5)
a.
1.
2.
3.
4.
b.
Reduce or expand non-storefront wall openings to fit replacement windows or doors, except for minor
shimming, or
Replace double-sash windows or divided light windows with windows consisting of a
single, undivided light.
Exterior alterations and additions to existing buildings shall be compatible with the
general architectural character of the surrounding buildings in terms of setback,
orientation, height, scale, massing, materials, and colors. Exterior alterations and
additions shall not:
Disrupt an existing pattern of setbacks along a street,
Disrupt an existing pattern of buildings being oriented toward a street, or
Result in disproportionate height, scale, or massing relative to the surrounding
buildings.
CBD design standards approval.
Except as provided for in subsection (e)(5) of this section, CBD design standards approval
shall be required for any new building or any exterior alteration or addition to an existing
building, excluding signs and ordinary maintenance and repair.
Application for CBD design standards approval shall be submitted to the city manager
using a form provided by the city and contain all necessary information as determined by
the city manager. Such application shall be processed administratively in accordance with
procedures established by the city manager.
Certificate of appropriateness.
A certificate of appropriateness shall be required for any of the following:
Demolition in whole or in part of any building, excluding any building demolished by
the city pursuant to chapter 7, article XIII of this Code,
Painting of an unpainted surface on the exterior of any building, excluding new
construction,
Painting of an exterior wall and the roof, trim, or architectural details attached thereto
or contained therein, in the same color, unless such condition already exists, or
Addition or alteration of a mural on the exterior of any building. For the purposes of
this section, the term "mural" means any sign or piece of graphic artwork that is
painted or applied directly to a wall, roof, or other portion of a building.
Application for a certificate of appropriateness shall be submitted to the city manager
using a form provided by the city and contain all necessary information as determined by
the city manager. Such application shall be processed in accordance with the criteria and
procedures set forth in section 30-74(j) through (r).
(f)
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
a.
b.
c.
(6)
Height, area, width, density, setback, and open space requirements.
Maximum height 40 feet, not to exceed three stories.
Minimum lot area: None.
Minimum lot width: None.
Maximum density: None.
Minimum setbacks:
Front yard: None.
Rear yard: None.
Side yard: None.
Minimum open space: None.
(Ord. No. 5694, art. 1, 11-6-2023; Ord. No. 5831, art. 1, 5-5-2025)
Editor's note— Ord. No. 5694, art. 1, adopted Nov. 6, 2023, repealed the former § 30-65 and enacted a new
section as set out herein. The former § 30-65 pertained to similar subject matter and derived from Ord. No.
5607, art. 1, adopted Dec. 19, 2022; and Ord. No. 5615, art. 2, adopted Feb. 6, 2023.
Staff: Ryan Shrimplin, City Planner
Agenda: May 18, 2026
AGENDA REPORT
Cape Girardeau City Council
TITLE
BILL NO. 26-40, an Ordinance amending Chapter 25 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Cape
Girardeau, Missouri, regarding billboards. First Reading. DEV - Ryan Shrimplin
SUMMARY
Attached is a proposed amendment to Section 25-109, Billboards, of the Development Code (Chapter
25 of the City’s Code of Ordinances). The amendment makes several major changes to the billboard
regulations. These include:
Adding a definition of “billboard”;
Adding C-1 to the list of zoning districts where billboards are allowed;
Revising the list of streets and street sections where billboards are allowed (allowing them along all of
Shawnee Parkway/Missouri Route 74 rather than just west of Kingshighway; also, allowing them along
Kingshighway between Interstate 55 and Cape Girardeau County Park North);
Increasing the maximum area of sign faces placed at the apex or rear of a V-shaped billboard from 150
square feet to 300 square feet;
Increasing the maximum sign face area (from 300 square feet to 800 square feet), maximum sign face
length (from 30 feet to 50 feet), maximum total sign face area (from 600 square feet to 1,600 square
feet), and maximum height (from 30 feet to 45 feet) for billboards on parcels bordering Interstate 55;
Increasing the maximum height for billboards on parcels not bordering Interstate 55 from 30 feet to 35
feet; and
Adding a “downtown billboards” sub-category with a separate set of requirements for location, spacing,
size, height, and form (only digital displays are allowed, and they must be integrated into a monument
sign or a marquee or similar architectural feature that is integral to the building).
The amendment also includes several minor changes for clarification purposes.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of the ordinance approving the amendment.
BOARD OR COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
The Planning & Zoning Commission reviewed the amendment at its April 8, 2026 meeting and
recommended approval by a vote of 7 in favor, 0 in opposition, and 0 abstaining.
ATTACHMENTS
• 26-40__Amending_Ch_25_Billboards (REVISED).pdf
• Chapter 25 Amendment Regarding Billboards 2026-05-13 (Edits Copy).pdf
• Chapter 25 Amendment Regarding Billboards 2026-05-13 (Clean Copy).pdf
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BILL NO. 26-40 ORDINANCE NO. __________
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 25 OF THE CODE
OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF CAPE GIRARDEAU,
MISSOURI, REGARDING BILLBOARDS
_________________________________________________________________
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CAPE
GIRARDEAU, MISSOURI, AS FOLLOWS:
ARTICLE 1. Section 25-109, entitled “Billboards”, of
Article IV of Chapter 25 of the City Code, reading as follows:
Sec. 25-109. Billboards.
Billboards shall be erected only upon approval of a special
use permit, as set out in section 30-104. In addition to the
requirements of section 30-104, the following regulations
apply to the erection of billboards:
(1) Billboards shall be allowed only in the C-2, PD, M-1 and
M-2 zoning districts.
(2) Billboards shall be allowed only on parcels of land
bordering the following streets:
a. Interstate 55.
b. William Street (Route K), west of Kingshighway.
c. Missouri Route 74, west of Kingshighway.
d. Kingshighway from Boulder Crest Drive south to
Interstate 55.
(3) No billboard shall be placed within 1,400 feet of another
billboard. This section shall not apply to billboards
which are located on opposite sides of the street to which
the billboard is oriented.
(4) No billboard shall be placed within 30 feet of a street
right-of-way.
(5) No billboard shall be placed within 100 feet of a property
line of a property which is used for residential purposes.
(6) For the purposes of placing billboards, a V-shaped
billboard or a back-to-back type of billboard shall be
considered one billboard. Sign faces of less than 150
square feet may be placed between billboard faces at the
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apex of the "V" or across the rear of the "V," but no such
sign shall be oriented toward a street upon which
billboards are not allowed. The angle of all sign faces
shall be oriented so that they are between 75 degrees and
90 degrees to the street on which the billboard is
permitted.
(7) No billboard shall be located in such a manner as to
obscure an official traffic sign, signal or device, or
obstruct a driver's view of approaching or intersection
traffic.
(8) The maximum area of a billboard sign face shall be 300
square feet. The maximum length of a billboard sign face
shall be 30 feet. The maximum total sign face area of a
billboard shall be 600 square feet.
(9) There shall be a minimum clearance of ten feet from grade
of the street to which the billboard is oriented to the
bottom of a billboard sign face. There shall be a maximum
height of 30 feet from grade of the street to which the
billboard is oriented to the top of a billboard sign face.
(10) Audio speakers are prohibited in association with any
billboard.
(11) Electronic, video or digital billboard images or any
portion thereof shall have a minimum duration of at least
eight seconds and shall be a static display. No portion of
the image may flash, scroll, twirl, change color, or in
any manner imitate movement.
(12) Billboards may be illuminated, subject to the following
instructions:
a. No revolving or rotating beam or beacon of light shall
be permitted as part of any billboard. Flashing devices
shall not be permitted upon a billboard. However,
changeable copy signs, such as those used for time and
temperature displays, shall be permitted, but shall not
be permitted to operate in a flashing or scrolling
manner.
b. External lighting, such as flood lights, thin line and
gooseneck reflectors, are permitted, provided the light
source is directed on the face of the billboard and is
effectively shielded so as to prevent beams or rays of
light from being directed into any portion of the
street.
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c. The illumination of any billboard within 100 feet of a
property line which is used for residential purposes
shall be diffused or indirect in design to prevent
direct rays of light from shining into adjoining
residential districts.
d. Electronic, video or digital billboard images shall be
equipped with automatic dimming capability that adjusts
the brightness to the ambient light at all times of the
day and night. The maximum luminance produced by
electronic, video or digital billboard images shall not
exceed 0.3 footcandle greater than the ambient light
level.
(13) The following billboards shall not be permitted to
remain or to be erected:
a. Billboards which have been erected without a building
permit.
b. Billboards that employ any stereopticon or motion
picture projection, or any portion of which gives the
illusion of motion. This includes any electronic graphic
signs or video displays, but does not include signs that
contain changeable copy, such as time and temperature.
c. Billboards which are not clean, not in good repair, not
structurally sound, or obsolete (billboards shall not be
considered obsolete solely because they temporarily do
not carry an advertising message).
d. Billboards which appear to attempt to regulate, warn, or
direct the movement of traffic or which interfere with,
imitate, or resemble any official traffic sign, signal
or device.
e. Billboards which are erected or maintained upon trees or
painted or drawn upon rocks or other natural features.
f. Billboards which are nonconforming and damaged or
destroyed to an extent of more than 60 percent of the
replacement cost.
g. Billboards that prevent ingress or egress from any
doors, windows, or fire escapes.
h. Billboards that are attached to a standpipe or fire
escape.
is hereby repealed in its entirety and a new Section 25-109,
entitled “Billboards”, of Article IV of Chapter 25 of the City
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Code, is hereby enacted in lieu thereof, in words and figures,
to read as follows, to-wit:
Sec. 25-109. Billboards.
(a) The term “billboard” means an outdoor sign that advertises a
business, goods, or services not located or available on the
property upon which the sign is located, excluding any such
sign permitted in article V.
(b) Billboards shall be erected only upon approval of a special
use permit, as set out in section 30-104. In addition to the
requirements of section 30-104, the following regulations
apply to the erection of billboards:
(1) Billboards shall be allowed only in the C-1, C-2, M-1, M-
2, and PD zoning districts.
(2) Billboards shall be allowed only on parcels of land
bordering the following streets or street sections and
only along the frontages of said streets or street
sections:
a. Interstate 55;
b. William Street (Missouri Route K), west of
Kingshighway;
c. Shawnee Parkway (Missouri Route 74);
d. Kingshighway from Interstate 55 south to Cape Girardeau
County Park North; and
e. Kingshighway from Boulder Crest Drive (northern
terminus) south to Interstate 55.
(3) No billboard shall be placed within 1,400 feet of another
billboard. This restriction shall not apply to billboards
that are located on the opposite side of the street to
which the billboard is oriented.
(4) No billboard or any portion thereof shall be placed within
30 feet of a public right-of-way.
(5) No billboard or any portion thereof shall be placed within
100 feet of a property that is used for residential
purposes.
(6) A V-shaped billboard or a back-to-back type of billboard
shall be considered one billboard. Sign faces no greater
than 300 square feet in area per face may be placed
between billboard faces at the apex of the "V" or across
the rear of the "V," but no such sign faces shall be
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oriented toward a street upon which billboards are not
allowed. Such sign faces shall count toward the total sign
face area. All sign faces shall be positioned such that
they are between 75 degrees and 90 degrees to the street
to which the billboard is oriented.
(7) No billboard shall be located in such a manner as to
obscure an official traffic sign, signal or device, or
obstruct a driver's view of approaching or intersection
traffic.
(8) The maximum area of a billboard sign face shall be 800
square feet for billboards on parcels of land bordering
Interstate 55 and 300 square feet elsewhere. The maximum
length of a billboard sign face shall be 50 feet for
billboards on parcels of land bordering Interstate 55 and
30 feet elsewhere. The maximum total sign face area of a
billboard shall be 1,600 square feet for billboards on
parcels of land bordering Interstate 55 and 600 square
feet elsewhere.
(9) There shall be a minimum clearance of ten feet from the
grade of the street to which the billboard is oriented to
the bottom of the billboard sign face. There shall be a
maximum height of 35 feet from the grade of the street to
which the billboard is oriented to the top of the
billboard sign face, except that billboards on parcels of
land bordering Interstate 55 shall have a maximum height
of 45 feet from the grade of the street to which the
billboard is oriented to the top of the billboard sign
face.
(10) Audio speakers in association with any billboard shall
be prohibited.
(11) Electronic, video or digital billboard images or any
portion thereof shall have a minimum duration of at least
eight seconds and shall be a static display. No portion
of the image may flash, scroll, twirl, change color, or in
any manner convey motion.
(12) Billboards may be illuminated, subject to the following
restrictions:
a. No revolving or rotating beam or beacon of light shall
be permitted as part of any billboard. Flashing devices
shall not be permitted upon a billboard.
b. External lighting, such as flood lights, thin line and
gooseneck reflectors, are permitted, provided that the
light source is directed toward the face of the
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billboard and is effectively shielded to prevent direct
rays of light from shining onto any portion of the
street.
c. The illumination of any billboard within 100 feet of a
property that is used for residential purposes shall be
diffused or indirect in design to prevent direct rays
of light from shining onto adjoining residential
properties.
d. Electronic, video or digital billboard images shall be
equipped with automatic dimming capability that adjusts
the brightness to the ambient light at all times of the
day and night. The maximum luminance produced by
electronic, video or digital billboard images shall not
exceed 0.3 footcandle greater than the ambient light
level.
(13) The following billboards shall not be permitted to
remain or to be erected, except as noted herein:
a. Billboards that have been erected without a building
permit, excluding such billboards that were lawfully
erected prior to the original adoption of this section
on December 6, 2010 and are not enlarged or upgraded in
any way.
b. Billboards that employ any stereopticon or motion
picture projection, or any portion of which conveys
motion.
c. Billboards that are not clean, not in good repair, not
structurally sound, or obsolete (billboards shall not
be considered obsolete solely because they temporarily
do not carry an advertising message).
d. Billboards that appear to regulate, warn, or direct the
movement of traffic or that interfere with, imitate, or
resemble any official traffic sign, signal or device.
e. Billboards that are erected or maintained upon trees or
painted or drawn upon rocks or other natural features.
f. Billboards that are nonconforming and damaged or
destroyed to an extent of more than 60 percent of the
replacement cost. Such billboards may only be rebuilt
upon issuance of a special use permit.
g. Billboards that prevent ingress or egress from any
doors, windows, or fire escapes.
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h. Billboards that are attached to a standpipe or fire
escape.
(14) Downtown billboards. In addition to the locations
specified in subsection (b)(2) of this section, billboards
shall be allowed in certain downtown locations, subject to
the following requirements:
a. Downtown billboards shall be allowed only in the CBD,
C-1, C-2, M-1, and PD zoning districts.
b. Downtown billboards shall be allowed only on parcels of
land bordering the following street sections and only
along the frontages of said street sections:
1. Broadway, east of Pacific Street; and
2. Sprigg Street from Broadway south to and including
the parcels at the southeast and southwest corners of
Sprigg Street and Shawnee Parkway (Missouri Route
74).
c. No downtown billboard shall be placed within 1,000 feet
of another downtown billboard. This restriction shall
not apply to billboards that are located on the
opposite side of the street to which the billboard is
oriented.
d. No downtown billboard shall be located in such a manner
as to obscure an official traffic sign, signal or
device, or obstruct a driver's view of approaching or
intersection traffic.
e. Only digital displays shall be allowed for downtown
billboards. Such displays shall be integrated into a
monument sign as defined in article V, or a marquee or
similar architectural feature that is integral to the
building.
f. The maximum area of a downtown billboard sign face
shall be 50 square feet. The maximum length of a
downtown billboard sign face shall be 10 feet. The
maximum total sign face area of a downtown billboard
shall be 100 square feet.
g. The maximum height of a monument sign containing a
downtown billboard shall be 12 feet.
h. Monument signs containing a downtown billboard shall be
allowed only on corner lots at intersections along the
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street sections listed in subsection (b)(14)b. of this
section.
i. No monument sign containing a downtown billboard shall
be located in a public right-of-way, except as approved
by the city council.
j. In addition to the foregoing requirements, downtown
billboards shall be subject to the requirements of
subsections (b)(10) through (b)(13) of this section.
ARTICLE 2. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause,
phrase or portion of this ordinance is for any reason held
invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent
jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct
and independent provision and such holding shall not affect the
validity of the remaining portions hereof.
ARTICLE 3. It is the intention of the governing body and
it is hereby ordained that the provisions of this ordinance
shall become and be made a part of the Code of Ordinances of the
City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, and the sections of this Code
may be renumbered to accomplish such intention.
ARTICLE 4. This ordinance shall be in full force and
effect ten days after its passage and approval.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS day of , 2026.
________________________________
Robert F. Guard, Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________________
Courtney Davis, Deputy City Clerk
Chapter 25 Amendment Regarding Billboards
May 13, 2026
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TEXT TO BE DELETED IS SHOWN IN STRIKETHROUGH
TEXT TO BE INSERTED IS SHOWN IN RED
ARTICLE AND/OR SECTION TITLES AFFECTED BY THIS AMENDMENT: None
Chapter 25 Amendment Regarding Billboards
May 13, 2026
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Sec. 25-109. Billboards.
(a) The term “billboard” means an outdoor sign that advertises a business, goods, or services not located or
available on the property upon which the sign is located, excluding any such sign permitted in article V.
(b) Billboards shall be erected only upon approval of a special use permit, as set out in section 30 -104. In
addition to the requirements of section 30-104, the following regulations apply to the erection of billboards:
(1) Billboards shall be allowed only in the C-2, PD, M-1 and M-2 zoning districts. C-1, C-2, M-1, M-2, and PD
zoning districts.
(2) Billboards shall be allowed only on parcels of land bordering the following streets: streets or street
sections and only along the frontages of said streets or street sections:
a. Interstate 55. 55;
b. William Street (Missouri Route K), west of Kingshighway. Kingshighway;
c. Missouri Route 74, west of Kingshighway. Shawnee Parkway (Missouri Route 74);
d. Kingshighway from Interstate 55 south to Cape Girardeau County Park North; and
d. e. Kingshighway from Boulder Crest Drive (northern terminus) south to Interstate 55.
(3) No billboard shall be placed within 1,400 feet of another billboard. This section restriction shall not
apply to billboards which that are located on the opposite sides side of the street to which the
billboard is oriented.
(4) No billboard or any portion thereof shall be placed within 30 feet of a public street right-of-way.
(5) No billboard or any portion thereof shall be placed within 100 feet of a property line of a property
which that is used for residential purposes.
(6) For the purposes of placing billboards, a A V-shaped billboard or a back-to-back type of billboard shall
be considered one billboard. Sign faces of less than 150 no greater than 300 square feet in area per
face may be placed between billboard faces at the apex of the "V" or across the rear of the "V," but no
such sign faces shall be oriented toward a street upon which billboards are not allowed. Such sign faces
shall count toward the total sign face area. The angle of all All sign faces shall be oriented so positioned
such that they are between 75 degrees and 90 degrees to the street on to which the billboard is
permitted. oriented.
(7) No billboard shall be located in such a manner as to obscure an official traffic sign, signal or device, or
obstruct a driver's view of approaching or intersection traffic.
(8) The maximum area of a billboard sign face shall be 800 square feet for billboards on parcels of land
bordering Interstate 55 and 300 square feet. feet elsewhere. The maximum length of a billboard sign
face shall be 50 feet for billboards on parcels of land bordering Interstate 55 and 30 feet. feet
elsewhere. The maximum total sign face area of a billboard shall be 1,600 square feet for billboards on
parcels of land bordering Interstate 55 and 600 square feet. feet elsewhere.
(9) There shall be a minimum clearance of ten feet from the grade of the street to which the billboard is
oriented to the bottom of a the billboard sign face. There shall be a maximum height of 30 35 feet from
the grade of the street to which the billboard is oriented to the top of a the billboard sign face. face,
except that billboards on parcels of land bordering Interstate 55 shall have a maximum height of 45
feet from the grade of the street to which the billboard is oriented to the top of the billboard sign face.
(10) Audio speakers are prohibited in association with any billboard. billboard shall be prohibited.
(11) Electronic, video or digital billboard images or any portion thereof shall have a minimum duration of at
least eight seconds and shall be a static display. No portion of the image may flash, scroll, twirl, change
color, or in any manner imitate movement. convey motion.
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May 13, 2026
Page 3 of 4
(12) Billboards may be illuminated, subject to the following instructions: restrictions:
a. No revolving or rotating beam or beacon of light shall be permitted as part of any billboard.
Flashing devices shall not be permitted upon a billboard. However, changeable copy signs, such as
those used for time and temperature displays, shall be permitted, but shall not be permitted to
operate in a flashing or scrolling manner.
b. External lighting, such as flood lights, thin line and gooseneck reflectors, are permitted, provided
that the light source is directed on toward the face of the billboard and is effectively shielded so as
to prevent beams or direct rays of light from being directed into shining onto any portion of the
street.
c. The illumination of any billboard within 100 feet of a property line which that is used for
residential purposes shall be diffused or indirect in design to prevent direct rays of light from
shining into onto adjoining residential districts. properties.
d. Electronic, video or digital billboard images shall be equipped with automatic dimming capability
that adjusts the brightness to the ambient light at all times o f the day and night. The maximum
luminance produced by electronic, video or digital billboard images shall not exceed 0.3
footcandle greater than the ambient light level.
(13) The following billboards shall not be permitted to remain or to be erected: erected, except as noted
herein:
a. Billboards which that have been erected without a building permit. permit, excluding such
billboards that were lawfully erected prior to the original adoption of this section on December 6 ,
2010 and are not enlarged or upgraded in any way.
b. Billboards that employ any stereopticon or motion picture projection, or any portion of which
gives the illusion of motion. This includes any electronic graphic signs or video displays, but does
not include signs that contain changeable copy, such as time and temperature. conveys motion.
c. Billboards which that are not clean, not in good repair, not structurally sound, or obsolete
(billboards shall not be considered obsolete solely because they temporarily do not carry an
advertising message).
d. Billboards which that appear to attempt to regulate, warn, or direct the movement of traffic or
which that interfere with, imitate, or resemble any official traffic sign, signal or device.
e. Billboards which that are erected or maintained upon trees or painted or drawn upon rocks or
other natural features.
f. Billboards which that are nonconforming and damaged or destroyed to an extent of more than 60
percent of the replacement cost. Such billboards may only be rebuilt upon issuance of a special
use permit.
g. Billboards that prevent ingress or egress from any doors, windows, or fire escapes.
h. Billboards that are attached to a standpipe or fire escape.
(14) Downtown billboards. In addition to the locations specified in subsection (b)(2) of this section,
billboards shall be allowed in certain downtown locations, subject to the following requirements:
a. Downtown billboards shall be allowed only in the CBD, C -1, C-2, M-1, and PD zoning districts.
b. Downtown billboards shall be allowed only on parcels of land bordering the following street
sections and only along the frontages of said street sections:
1. Broadway, east of Pacific Street; and
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2. Sprigg Street from Broadway south to and including the parcels at the southeast and
southwest corners of Sprigg Street and Shawnee Parkway (Missouri Route 74).
c. No downtown billboard shall be placed within 1,000 feet of another downtown billboard. This
restriction shall not apply to billboards that are located on the opposite side of the street to which
the billboard is oriented.
d. No downtown billboard shall be located in such a manner as to obscure an official traffic sign,
signal or device, or obstruct a driver's view of approaching or intersection traffic.
e. Only digital displays shall be allowed for downtown billboards. Such displays shall be integrated
into a monument sign as defined in article V, or a marquee or similar architectural feature that is
integral to the building.
f. The maximum area of a downtown billboard sign face shall be 50 square feet. The maximum
length of a downtown billboard sign face shall be 10 feet. The maximum total sign face area of a
downtown billboard shall be 100 square feet.
g. The maximum height of a monument sign containing a downtown billboard shall be 12 feet.
h. Monument signs containing a downtown billboard shall be allowed only on corner lots at
intersections along the street sections listed in subsection (b)(14)b. of this section.
i. No monument sign containing a downtown billboard shall be located in a public right-of-way,
except as approved by the city council.
j. In addition to the foregoing requirements, downtown billboards shall be subject to the
requirements of subsections (b)(10) through (b)(13) of this section.
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Sec. 25-109. Billboards.
(a) The term “billboard” means an outdoor sign that advertises a business, goods, or services not located or
available on the property upon which the sign is located, excluding any such sign permitted in article V.
(b) Billboards shall be erected only upon approval of a special use permit, as set out in section 30 -104. In
addition to the requirements of section 30-104, the following regulations apply to the erection of billboards:
(1) Billboards shall be allowed only in the C-1, C-2, M-1, M-2, and PD zoning districts.
(2) Billboards shall be allowed only on parcels of land bordering the following streets or street sections and
only along the frontages of said streets or street sections:
a. Interstate 55;
b. William Street (Missouri Route K), west of Kingshighway;
c. Shawnee Parkway (Missouri Route 74);
d. Kingshighway from Interstate 55 south to Cape Girardeau County Park North; and
e. Kingshighway from Boulder Crest Drive (northern terminus) south to Interstate 55.
(3) No billboard shall be placed within 1,400 feet of another billboard. This restriction shall not apply to
billboards that are located on the opposite side of the street to which the billboard is oriented.
(4) No billboard or any portion thereof shall be placed within 30 feet of a public right-of-way.
(5) No billboard or any portion thereof shall be placed within 100 feet of a property that is used for
residential purposes.
(6) A V-shaped billboard or a back-to-back type of billboard shall be considered one billboard. Sign faces
no greater than 300 square feet in area per face may be placed between billboard faces at the apex of
the "V" or across the rear of the "V," but no such sign faces shall be oriented toward a street upon
which billboards are not allowed. Such sign faces shall count toward the total sign face area. All sign
faces shall be positioned such that they are between 75 degrees and 90 degrees to the street to which
the billboard is oriented.
(7) No billboard shall be located in such a manner as to obscure an official traffic sign, signal or device, or
obstruct a driver's view of approaching or intersection traffic.
(8) The maximum area of a billboard sign face shall be 800 square feet for billboards on parcels of land
bordering Interstate 55 and 300 square feet elsewhere. The maximum length of a billboard sign face
shall be 50 feet for billboards on parcels of land bordering Interstate 55 and 30 feet elsewhere. The
maximum total sign face area of a billboard shall be 1,600 square feet for billboards on parcels of land
bordering Interstate 55 and 600 square feet elsewhere.
(9) There shall be a minimum clearance of ten feet from the grade of the street to which the billboard is
oriented to the bottom of the billboard sign face. There shall be a maximum height of 35 feet from the
grade of the street to which the billboard is oriented to the top of the billboard sign face, except that
billboards on parcels of land bordering Interstate 55 shall have a maximum height of 45 feet from the
grade of the street to which the billboard is oriented to the top of the billboard sign face.
(10) Audio speakers in association with any billboard shall be prohibited.
(11) Electronic, video or digital billboard images or any portion thereof shall have a minimum duration of at
least eight seconds and shall be a static display. No portion of the image may flash, scroll, twirl, change
color, or in any manner convey motion.
(12) Billboards may be illuminated, subject to the following restrictions:
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a. No revolving or rotating beam or beacon of light shall be permitted as part of any billboard.
Flashing devices shall not be permitted upon a billboard.
b. External lighting, such as flood lights, thin line and gooseneck reflectors, are permitted, provided
that the light source is directed toward the face of the billboard and is effectively shielded to
prevent direct rays of light from shining onto any portion of the street.
c. The illumination of any billboard within 100 feet of a property that is used for residential purposes
shall be diffused or indirect in design to prevent direct rays of light from shining onto adjoining
residential properties.
d. Electronic, video or digital billboard images shall be equipped with automatic dimming capability
that adjusts the brightness to the ambient light at all times of the day and night. The maximum
luminance produced by electronic, video or digital billboard images shall not exceed 0.3
footcandle greater than the ambient light level.
(13) The following billboards shall not be permitted to remain or to be erected, except as noted herein:
a. Billboards that have been erected without a building permit, excluding such billboards that were
lawfully erected prior to the original adoption of this section on December 6, 2010 and are not
enlarged or upgraded in any way.
b. Billboards that employ any stereopticon or motion picture projection, or any portion of which
conveys motion.
c. Billboards that are not clean, not in good repair, not structurally sound, or obsolete (billboards
shall not be considered obsolete solely because they temporarily do not carry an advertising
message).
d. Billboards that appear to regulate, warn, or direct the movement of traffic or that interfere with,
imitate, or resemble any official traffic sign, signal or device.
e. Billboards that are erected or maintained upon trees or painted or drawn upon rocks or other
natural features.
f. Billboards that are nonconforming and damaged or destroyed to an extent of more than 60
percent of the replacement cost. Such billboards may only be rebuilt upon issuance of a special
use permit.
g. Billboards that prevent ingress or egress from any doors, windows, or fire escapes.
h. Billboards that are attached to a standpipe or fire escape.
(14) Downtown billboards. In addition to the locations specified in subsection (b)(2) of this section,
billboards shall be allowed in certain downtown locations, subject to the following requirements:
a. Downtown billboards shall be allowed only in the CBD, C -1, C-2, M-1, and PD zoning districts.
b. Downtown billboards shall be allowed only on parcels of land bordering the following street
sections and only along the frontages of said street sections:
1. Broadway, east of Pacific Street; and
2. Sprigg Street from Broadway south to and including the parcels at the southeast and
southwest corners of Sprigg Street and Shawnee Parkway (Missouri Route 74).
c. No downtown billboard shall be placed within 1,000 feet of another downtown billboard. This
restriction shall not apply to billboards that are located on the opposite side of the street to which
the billboard is oriented.
d. No downtown billboard shall be located in such a manner as to obscure an official traffic sign,
signal or device, or obstruct a driver's view of approaching or intersection tra ffic.
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e. Only digital displays shall be allowed for downtown billboards. Such displays shall be integrated
into a monument sign as defined in article V, or a marquee or similar architectural feature that is
integral to the building.
f. The maximum area of a downtown billboard sign face shall be 50 square feet. The maximum
length of a downtown billboard sign face shall be 10 feet. The maximum total sign face area of a
downtown billboard shall be 100 square feet.
g. The maximum height of a monument sign containing a downtown billboard shall be 12 feet.
h. Monument signs containing a downtown billboard shall be allowed only on corner lots at
intersections along the street sections listed in subsection (b)(14)b. of this section.
i. No monument sign containing a downtown billboard shall be located in a public right -of-way,
except as approved by the city council.
j. In addition to the foregoing requirements, downtown billboards shall be subject to the
requirements of subsections (b)(10) through (b)(13) of this section.
Staff: Ryan Shrimplin, City Planner
Agenda: May 18, 2026
AGENDA REPORT
Cape Girardeau City Council
TITLE
BILL NO. 26-41, an Ordinance amending Chapter 30 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Cape
Girardeau, Missouri, regarding CBD, Central Business District and C-1, General Commercial District.
First Reading. DEV - Ryan Shrimplin
SUMMARY
Attached is a proposed amendment to Section 30-65 (CBD, Central Business District) and Section 30-
66 (C-1, General Commercial District) of the Zoning Code (Chapter 30 of the City’s Code of
Ordinances). The amendment adds billboards to the list of special uses in each of these two districts.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of the ordinance approving the amendment.
BOARD OR COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
The Planning & Zoning Commission reviewed the amendment at its April 8, 2026 meeting and
recommended approval by a vote of 7 in favor, 0 in opposition, and 0 abstaining.
PUBLIC OUTREACH
The City Council's public hearing was advertised in the Southeast Missourian on May 2, 2026.
ATTACHMENTS
• 26-41 _Amending_Ch_30.doc
• Chapter 30 Amendment Regarding CBD, Central Bus. Dist. and C-1, General Comm. Dist. - April 8,
2026 (Edits Copy).pdf
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BILL NO. 26-41 ORDINANCE NO. __________
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 30 OF THE CODE
OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF CAPE GIRARDEAU,
MISSOURI, REGARDING CBD, CENTRAL BUSINESS
DISTRICT AND C-1, GENERAL COMMERCIAL
DISTRICT
_________________________________________________________________
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CAPE
GIRARDEAU, MISSOURI, AS FOLLOWS:
ARTICLE 1. Section 30-65, entitled “CBD, Central Business
District”, of Article III of Chapter 30 of the City Code,
reading as follows:
Sec. 30-65. CBD, Central Business District.
(a) Purpose. The CBD is the city's urban mixed-use district. It
encompasses the downtown area and contains a wide range of
uses and lot sizes. It also has the largest concentration of
historic buildings. In order to preserve the unique character
of the CBD, uses involving outdoor activities are limited to
those that do not detract from the pedestrian-oriented nature
and visual appeal of the district. New buildings, as well as
exterior alterations and additions to existing buildings, are
required to meet certain design standards to ensure
compatibility. In order to accommodate existing lots and
provide for flexibility in the design of new development and
redevelopment projects, there are no minimum lot standards or
setbacks.
(b) Permitted principal uses.
(1) Art galleries or museums.
(2) Auditoriums or theaters.
(3) Banks or other financial institutions.
(4) Banquet facilities.
(5) Bed and breakfasts.
(6) Commercial day cares.
(7) Commercial recreation facilities.
(8) Comprehensive marijuana dispensary facilities, medical
marijuana dispensary facilities, or microbusiness
dispensary facilities, as permitted in section 30-118.
(9) Funeral homes or mortuaries.
(10) Governmental facilities.
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(11) Health or fitness centers.
(12) Hospitals.
(13) Hotels or motels.
(14) Institutions of higher education, including
universities and business, career, or technology schools.
(15) Instructional schools for art, dance, music, martial
arts, or other disciplines.
(16) Libraries.
(17) Meeting halls.
(18) Microbreweries or microdistilleries.
(19) Nursing homes.
(20) Offices.
(21) Parks, playgrounds, or recreation facilities.
(22) Personal service establishments.
(23) Police or fire stations.
(24) Residential treatment facilities.
(25) Residential uses, excluding manufactured homes.
(26) Restaurants or bars.
(27) Retail or rental establishments.
(28) Small-scale light manufacturing and industrial
facilities primarily utilizing artisans or digital
machinery.
(29) Transitional housing.
(30) Veterinary clinics or animal hospitals, excluding
livestock and kennels.
(c) Permitted accessory uses.
(1) Accessory structures and uses customarily incidental to
the above uses, as permitted in section 30-106.
(2) Short-term use of shipping containers for accessory uses,
as permitted in section 30-105.
(3) Solar energy systems, as permitted in section 30-113.
(d) Special uses.
(1) Any use not meeting the requirements of subsection (e)(1)
of this section which would otherwise be a permitted use
in this section.
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(2) Excursion gambling boats or floating gambling facilities.
(3) Helicopter facilities, in conjunction with a hospital.
(4) Long-term use of shipping containers for accessory uses,
as permitted in section 30-105.
(5) Marinas or docks.
(6) Public utilities, except for buildings or accessory
structures that are normal and customary in a zoning
district which would allow other buildings or structures
of the same nature as a use-by-right.
(7) Telecommunication towers, as permitted in section 30-107.
(8) The allowance of additional height up to a total of 60
feet, not to exceed five stories.
(9) Vehicle fueling, service or repair facilities, excluding
body or paint shops.
(10) Wind energy conversion systems, as permitted in section
30-113.
(e) Standards.
(1) All permitted uses shall be conducted entirely indoors
except the following.
a. Drive-through or automatic teller machine (ATM)
facilities associated with a bank or other financial
institution.
b. Eating or drinking facilities.
c. Live musical performances or the playing of recorded
music, provided that such activities do not violate
other provisions of the city Code.
d. Mobile food or beverage service facilities, provided
that such activities do not violate other provisions of
the city Code.
e. Parking or loading facilities.
f. Parks or playgrounds.
g. Permitted accessory uses that are customarily conducted
outdoors, in conjunction with a dwelling.
h. Public art.
i. Public recreation facilities.
j. Shipping containers, as permitted in subsection (c)(2)
of this section.
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k. Solar energy systems, as permitted in subsection (c)(3)
of this section.
l. Temporary uses, as permitted in section 30-109.
m. Walk-up windows for food or beverage service, provided
that such activities do not violate other provisions of
the city Code.
n. Waste containers, subject to screening provisions as
required elsewhere in the city Code.
(2) Design standards for new buildings. New buildings shall be
compatible with the general architectural character of the
surrounding buildings in terms of setback, orientation,
height, scale, massing, materials, and colors. New
buildings shall not:
a. Disrupt an existing pattern of setbacks along a street,
b. Disrupt an existing pattern of buildings being oriented
toward a street, or
c. Result in disproportionate height, scale, or massing
relative to the surrounding buildings.
(3) Design standards for exterior alterations and additions to
existing buildings.
a. Exterior alterations and additions to existing
buildings shall be compatible with the architectural
character of the building being altered or added to in
terms of setback, orientation, height, scale, massing,
materials, and colors. Exterior alterations and
additions shall not:
1. Remove, materially alter, or obscure significant
character-defining features such as parapets,
cornices, belt courses, corbels, quoins,
medallions, mosaics, and patterned brickwork,
2. Remove, materially alter, or obscure non-storefront
wall openings in a manner that disrupts an existing
wall opening pattern on a public-facing building
elevation,
3. Reduce or expand non-storefront wall openings to
fit replacement windows or doors, except for minor
shimming, or
4. Replace double-sash windows or divided light
windows with windows consisting of a single,
undivided light.
b. Exterior alterations and additions to existing
buildings shall be compatible with the general
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architectural character of the surrounding buildings in
terms of setback, orientation, height, scale, massing,
materials, and colors. Exterior alterations and
additions shall not:
1. Disrupt an existing pattern of setbacks along a
street,
2. Disrupt an existing pattern of buildings being
oriented toward a street, or
3. Result in disproportionate height, scale, or
massing relative to the surrounding buildings.
(4) CBD design standards approval.
a. Except as provided for in subsection (e)(5) of this
section, CBD design standards approval shall be
required for any new building or any exterior
alteration or addition to an existing building,
excluding signs and ordinary maintenance and repair.
b. Application for CBD design standards approval shall be
submitted to the city manager using a form provided by
the city and contain all necessary information as
determined by the city manager. Such application shall
be processed administratively in accordance with
procedures established by the city manager.
(5) Certificate of appropriateness.
a. A certificate of appropriateness shall be required for
any of the following:
1. Demolition in whole or in part of any building,
excluding any building demolished by the city
pursuant to chapter 7, article XIII of this Code,
2. Painting of an unpainted surface on the exterior of
any building, excluding new construction,
3. Painting of an exterior wall and the roof, trim, or
architectural details attached thereto or contained
therein, in the same color, unless such condition
already exists, or
4. Addition or alteration of a mural on the exterior
of any building. For the purposes of this section,
the term "mural" means any sign or piece of graphic
artwork that is painted or applied directly to a
wall, roof, or other portion of a building.
b. Application for a certificate of appropriateness shall
be submitted to the city manager using a form provided
by the city and contain all necessary information as
determined by the city manager. Such application shall
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be processed in accordance with the criteria and
procedures set forth in section 30-74(j) through (r).
(f) Height, area, width, density, setback, and open space
requirements.
(1) Maximum height 40 feet, not to exceed three stories.
(2) Minimum lot area: None.
(3) Minimum lot width: None.
(4) Maximum density: None.
(5) Minimum setbacks:
a. Front yard: None.
b. Rear yard: None.
c. Side yard: None.
(6) Minimum open space: None.
is hereby repealed in its entirety and a new Section 30-65,
entitled “CBD, Central Business District”, of Article III of
Chapter 30 of the City Code, is hereby enacted in lieu thereof,
in words and figures, to read as follows, to-wit:
Sec. 30-65. CBD, Central Business District.
(a) Purpose. The CBD is the city's urban mixed-use district. It
encompasses the downtown area and contains a wide range of
uses and lot sizes. It also has the largest concentration of
historic buildings. In order to preserve the unique character
of the CBD, uses involving outdoor activities are limited to
those that do not detract from the pedestrian-oriented nature
and visual appeal of the district. New buildings, as well as
exterior alterations and additions to existing buildings, are
required to meet certain design standards to ensure
compatibility. In order to accommodate existing lots and
provide for flexibility in the design of new development and
redevelopment projects, there are no minimum lot standards or
setbacks.
(b) Permitted principal uses.
(1)Art galleries or museums.
(2)Auditoriums or theaters.
(3)Banks or other financial institutions.
(4)Banquet facilities.
(5)Bed and breakfasts.
(6)Commercial day cares.
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(7)Commercial recreation facilities.
(8)Comprehensive marijuana dispensary facilities, medical
marijuana dispensary facilities, or microbusiness
dispensary facilities, as permitted in section 30-118.
(9)Funeral homes or mortuaries.
(10)Governmental facilities.
(11)Health or fitness centers.
(12)Hospitals.
(13)Hotels or motels.
(14)Institutions of higher education, including
universities and business, career, or technology
schools.
(15)Instructional schools for art, dance, music, martial
arts, or other disciplines.
(16)Libraries.
(17)Meeting halls.
(18)Microbreweries or microdistilleries.
(19)Nursing homes.
(20)Offices.
(21)Parks, playgrounds, or recreation facilities.
(22)Personal service establishments.
(23)Police or fire stations.
(24)Residential treatment facilities.
(25)Residential uses, excluding manufactured homes.
(26)Restaurants or bars.
(27)Retail or rental establishments.
(28)Small-scale light manufacturing and industrial
facilities primarily utilizing artisans or digital
machinery.
(29)Transitional housing.
(30)Veterinary clinics or animal hospitals, excluding
livestock and kennels.
(c) Permitted accessory uses.
(1)Accessory structures and uses customarily incidental to
the above uses, as permitted in section 30-106.
(2)Short-term use of shipping containers for accessory
uses, as permitted in section 30-105.
(3)Solar energy systems, as permitted in section 30-113.
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(d) Special uses.
(1)Any use not meeting the requirements of subsection
(e)(1) of this section which would otherwise be a
permitted use in this section.
(2)Billboards, as permitted elsewhere in the city Code.
(3)Excursion gambling boats or floating gambling
facilities.
(4)Helicopter facilities, in conjunction with a hospital.
(5)Long-term use of shipping containers for accessory uses,
as permitted in section 30-105.
(6)Marinas or docks.
(7)Public utilities, except for buildings or accessory
structures that are normal and customary in a zoning
district which would allow other buildings or structures
of the same nature as a use-by-right.
(8)Telecommunication towers, as permitted in section 30-
107.
(9)The allowance of additional height up to a total of 60
feet, not to exceed five stories.
(10)Vehicle fueling, service or repair facilities,
excluding body or paint shops.
(11)Wind energy conversion systems, as permitted in section
30-113.
(e) Standards.
(1)All permitted uses shall be conducted entirely indoors
except the following.
a. Drive-through or automatic teller machine (ATM)
facilities associated with a bank or other financial
institution.
b. Eating or drinking facilities.
c. Live musical performances or the playing of recorded
music, provided that such activities do not violate
other provisions of the city Code.
d. Mobile food or beverage service facilities, provided
that such activities do not violate other provisions
of the city Code.
e. Parking or loading facilities.
f. Parks or playgrounds.
g. Permitted accessory uses that are customarily
conducted outdoors, in conjunction with a dwelling.
h. Public art.
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i. Public recreation facilities.
j. Shipping containers, as permitted in subsection
(c)(2) of this section.
k. Solar energy systems, as permitted in subsection
(c)(3) of this section.
l. Temporary uses, as permitted in section 30-109.
m. Walk-up windows for food or beverage service,
provided that such activities do not violate other
provisions of the city Code.
n. Waste containers, subject to screening provisions as
required elsewhere in the city Code.
(2)Design standards for new buildings. New buildings shall
be compatible with the general architectural character
of the surrounding buildings in terms of setback,
orientation, height, scale, massing, materials, and
colors. New buildings shall not:
a. Disrupt an existing pattern of setbacks along a
street,
b. Disrupt an existing pattern of buildings being
oriented toward a street, or
c. Result in disproportionate height, scale, or massing
relative to the surrounding buildings.
(3)Design standards for exterior alterations and additions
to existing buildings.
a. Exterior alterations and additions to existing
buildings shall be compatible with the architectural
character of the building being altered or added to
in terms of setback, orientation, height, scale,
massing, materials, and colors. Exterior alterations
and additions shall not:
1. Remove, materially alter, or obscure significant
character-defining features such as parapets,
cornices, belt courses, corbels, quoins,
medallions, mosaics, and patterned brickwork,
2. Remove, materially alter, or obscure non-
storefront wall openings in a manner that disrupts
an existing wall opening pattern on a public-
facing building elevation,
3. Reduce or expand non-storefront wall openings to
fit replacement windows or doors, except for minor
shimming, or
4. Replace double-sash windows or divided light
windows with windows consisting of a single,
undivided light.
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b. Exterior alterations and additions to existing
buildings shall be compatible with the general
architectural character of the surrounding buildings
in terms of setback, orientation, height, scale,
massing, materials, and colors. Exterior alterations
and additions shall not:
1. Disrupt an existing pattern of setbacks along a
street,
2. Disrupt an existing pattern of buildings being
oriented toward a street, or
3. Result in disproportionate height, scale, or
massing relative to the surrounding buildings.
(4)CBD design standards approval.
a. Except as provided for in subsection (e)(5) of this
section, CBD design standards approval shall be
required for any new building or any exterior
alteration or addition to an existing building,
excluding signs and ordinary maintenance and repair.
b. Application for CBD design standards approval shall
be submitted to the city manager using a form
provided by the city and contain all necessary
information as determined by the city manager. Such
application shall be processed administratively in
accordance with procedures established by the city
manager.
(5)Certificate of appropriateness.
a. A certificate of appropriateness shall be required
for any of the following:
1. Demolition in whole or in part of any building,
excluding any building demolished by the city
pursuant to chapter 7, article XIII of this Code,
2. Painting of an unpainted surface on the exterior
of any building, excluding new construction,
3. Painting of an exterior wall and the roof, trim,
or architectural details attached thereto or
contained therein, in the same color, unless such
condition already exists, or
4. Addition or alteration of a mural on the exterior
of any building. For the purposes of this section,
the term "mural" means any sign or piece of
graphic artwork that is painted or applied
directly to a wall, roof, or other portion of a
building.
b. Application for a certificate of appropriateness
shall be submitted to the city manager using a form
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provided by the city and contain all necessary
information as determined by the city manager. Such
application shall be processed in accordance with the
criteria and procedures set forth in section 30-74(j)
through (r).
(f) Height, area, width, density, setback, and open space
requirements.
(1)Maximum height: 40 feet, not to exceed three stories.
(2)Minimum lot area: None.
(3)Minimum lot width: None.
(4)Maximum density: None.
(5)Minimum setbacks:
a. Front yard: None.
b. Rear yard: None.
c. Side yard: None.
(6)Minimum open space: None.
ARTICLE 2. Section 30-66, entitled “C-1, General Commercial
District”, of Article III of Chapter 30 of the City Code,
reading as follows:
Sec. 30-66. C-1, General Commercial District.
(a) Purpose. The C-1 district is primarily intended for areas of
the city located along minor thoroughfares and adjacent to
residential districts. Appropriate uses for this district
include commercial developments not requiring long-term
outdoor display of merchandise, as well as certain
governmental, institutional, and community service
facilities. Other uses having the potential to significantly
affect adjacent residential districts may be allowed with
approval of a special use permit.
(b) Permitted principal uses.
(1) Art galleries or museums.
(2) Banks or other financial institutions.
(3) Bed and breakfasts.
(4) Commercial day cares.
(5) Commercial recreation facilities, excluding driving ranges
or outdoor shooting or racing.
(6) Comprehensive marijuana dispensary facilities, medical
marijuana dispensary facilities, or microbusiness
dispensary facilities, as permitted in section 30-118.
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(7) Funeral homes or mortuaries.
(8) Governmental facilities.
(9) Health or fitness centers.
(10) Institutions of higher education, including business,
career or technology schools.
(11) Instructional schools for art, dance, music, martial
arts or other disciplines.
(12) Libraries.
(13) Microbreweries.
(14) Middle schools, secondary schools, or development
centers for people with physical, mental or developmental
disabilities.
(15) Nurseries or greenhouses.
(16) Nursing homes.
(17) Offices.
(18) Parks or playgrounds.
(19) Personal service establishments.
(20) Pet grooming facilities, excluding kennels.
(21) Police or fire stations.
(22) Residential treatment facilities.
(23) Restaurants or bars.
(24) Retail or rental establishments, excluding the sale or
rental of outbuildings, vehicles, or large agricultural or
construction equipment.
(25) Television or radio studios, including any transmitting
facilities.
(26) Transit terminals.
(27) Veterinary clinics or animal hospitals, excluding
livestock.
(28) Wineries.
(c) Permitted accessory uses.
(1) Accessory structures and uses customarily incidental to
the above uses, as permitted in section 30-106.
(2) Short-term use of shipping containers for accessory uses,
as permitted in section 30-105.
(3) Solar energy systems, as permitted in section 30-113.
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(d) Special uses.
(1) Banquet facilities.
(2) Hotels or motels.
(3) Kennels.
(4) Long-term use of shipping containers for accessory uses,
as permitted in section 30-105.
(5) Meeting halls.
(6) Mini warehouses or self-storage units.
(7) Public utilities, except for buildings or accessory
structures that are normal and customary in a zoning
district which would allow other buildings or structures
of the same nature as a use-by-right.
(8) Short-term or long-term use of shipping containers for
principal uses, as permitted in section 30-105.
(9) Telecommunication towers, as permitted in section 30-107.
(10) The allowance of additional height up to a total of 60
feet, not to exceed a total of five stories.
(11) Transitional housing.
(12) Uses involving the sale or rental of outbuildings,
vehicles, or large agricultural or construction equipment.
(13) Vehicle fueling, service or repair facilities,
excluding body or paint shops.
(14) Vehicle washing facilities, including automatic or hand
wash.
(15) Wind energy conversion systems, as permitted in section
30-113.
(e) Standards.
(1) All storage of merchandise, materials, products or
equipment shall be within a fully enclosed building or in
an open yard so screened that the items being stored are
not visible from the street or any adjacent property.
(2) Outdoor display of merchandise is prohibited, except as
follows: Merchandise may be displayed outdoors as part of
a temporary use, as permitted in section 30-109. Nursery
stock, accessory landscaping decorations, and seasonal and
holiday decorations may also be displayed outdoors during
the appropriate season. Such displays are permitted in
accordance with the following provisions:
a. Displays shall not be located in a right-of-way.
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b. Displays shall not be located in parking spaces used to
meet the minimum number of parking spaces as required
elsewhere in the city Code. Displays that are part of a
bazaar, craft sale, garage or yard sale, or similar
temporary event are exempt from this requirement, as
determined by the city manager.
c. Displays shall not impede vehicular or pedestrian
access.
d. Displays shall not alter the structure of any building.
e. Displays shall not create a health or safety hazard.
f. Displays shall be well kept and orderly.
g. Signs may be displayed as permitted elsewhere in the
city Code.
h. The display of seasonal items shall be limited to a
time period that is customary for the season associated
with the display, which shall be at the discretion of
the city manager.
(3) Outdoor service areas and equipment such as loading docks,
mechanical equipment, storage areas or waste containers
shall be located in the rear or side yard and screened as
required elsewhere in the city Code.
(f) Height, area, width, setback and open space requirements.
(1) Maximum height: 40 feet, not to exceed three stories.
(2) Minimum lot area: None.
(3) Minimum lot width: None.
(4) Minimum setbacks:
a. Front yard: 25 feet.
b. Rear yard: None, except 20 feet when adjacent to a
residential use or district, or ten feet when adjacent
to an agricultural use or district.
c. Side yard: None, except 20 feet when adjacent to a
residential use or district, or ten feet when adjacent
to an agricultural use or district.
(5) Minimum open space: 15 percent of the lot area.
is hereby repealed in its entirety and a new Section 30-66,
entitled “C-1, General Commercial District”, of Article III of
Chapter 30 of the City Code, is hereby enacted in lieu thereof,
in words and figures, to read as follows, to-wit:
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Sec. 30-66. C-1, General Commercial District.
(a) Purpose. The C-1 district is primarily intended for areas of
the city located along minor thoroughfares and adjacent to
residential districts. Appropriate uses for this district
include commercial developments not requiring long-term
outdoor display of merchandise, as well as certain
governmental, institutional, and community service
facilities. Other uses having the potential to significantly
affect adjacent residential districts may be allowed with
approval of a special use permit.
(b) Permitted principal uses.
(1)Art galleries or museums.
(2)Banks or other financial institutions.
(3)Bed and breakfasts.
(4)Commercial day cares.
(5)Commercial recreation facilities, excluding driving
ranges or outdoor shooting or racing.
(6)Comprehensive marijuana dispensary facilities, medical
marijuana dispensary facilities, or microbusiness
dispensary facilities, as permitted in section 30-118.
(7)Funeral homes or mortuaries.
(8)Governmental facilities.
(9)Health or fitness centers.
(10)Institutions of higher education, including business,
career or technology schools.
(11)Instructional schools for art, dance, music, martial
arts or other disciplines.
(12)Libraries.
(13)Microbreweries.
(14)Middle schools, secondary schools, or development
centers for people with physical, mental or
developmental disabilities.
(15)Nurseries or greenhouses.
(16)Nursing homes.
(17)Offices.
(18)Parks or playgrounds.
(19)Personal service establishments.
(20)Pet grooming facilities, excluding kennels.
(21)Police or fire stations.
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(22)Residential treatment facilities.
(23)Restaurants or bars.
(24)Retail or rental establishments, excluding the sale or
rental of outbuildings, vehicles, or large agricultural
or construction equipment.
(25)Television or radio studios, including any transmitting
facilities.
(26)Transit terminals.
(27)Veterinary clinics or animal hospitals, excluding
livestock.
(28)Wineries.
(c) Permitted accessory uses.
(1)Accessory structures and uses customarily incidental to
the above uses, as permitted in section 30-106.
(2)Short-term use of shipping containers for accessory
uses, as permitted in section 30-105.
(3)Solar energy systems, as permitted in section 30-113.
(d) Special uses.
(1)Banquet facilities.
(2)Billboards, as permitted elsewhere in the city Code.
(3)Hotels or motels.
(4)Kennels.
(5)Long-term use of shipping containers for accessory uses,
as permitted in section 30-105.
(6)Meeting halls.
(7)Mini warehouses or self-storage units.
(8)Public utilities, except for buildings or accessory
structures that are normal and customary in a zoning
district which would allow other buildings or structures
of the same nature as a use-by-right.
(9)Short-term or long-term use of shipping containers for
principal uses, as permitted in section 30-105.
(10)Telecommunication towers, as permitted in section 30-
107.
(11)The allowance of additional height up to a total of 60
feet, not to exceed a total of five stories.
(12)Transitional housing.
(13)Uses involving the sale or rental of outbuildings,
vehicles, or large agricultural or construction
equipment.
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(14)Vehicle fueling, service or repair facilities,
excluding body or paint shops.
(15)Vehicle washing facilities, including automatic or hand
wash.
(16)Wind energy conversion systems, as permitted in section
30-113.
(e) Standards.
(1)All storage of merchandise, materials, products or
equipment shall be within a fully enclosed building or
in an open yard so screened that the items being stored
are not visible from the street or any adjacent
property.
(2)Outdoor display of merchandise is prohibited, except as
follows: Merchandise may be displayed outdoors as part
of a temporary use, as permitted in section 30-109.
Nursery stock, accessory landscaping decorations, and
seasonal and holiday decorations may also be displayed
outdoors during the appropriate season. Such displays
are permitted in accordance with the following
provisions:
a. Displays shall not be located in a right-of-way.
b. Displays shall not be located in parking spaces used
to meet the minimum number of parking spaces as
required elsewhere in the city Code. Displays that
are part of a bazaar, craft sale, garage or yard
sale, or similar temporary event are exempt from this
requirement, as determined by the city manager.
c. Displays shall not impede vehicular or pedestrian
access.
d. Displays shall not alter the structure of any
building.
e. Displays shall not create a health or safety hazard.
f. Displays shall be well kept and orderly.
g. Signs may be displayed as permitted elsewhere in the
city Code.
h. The display of seasonal items shall be limited to a
time period that is customary for the season
associated with the display, which shall be at the
discretion of the city manager.
(3)Outdoor service areas and equipment such as loading
docks, mechanical equipment, storage areas or waste
containers shall be located in the rear or side yard and
screened as required elsewhere in the city Code.
(f) Height, area, width, setback and open space requirements.
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(1)Maximum height: 40 feet, not to exceed three stories.
(2)Minimum lot area: None.
(3)Minimum lot width: None.
(4)Minimum setbacks:
a. Front yard: 25 feet.
b. Rear yard: None, except 20 feet when adjacent to a
residential use or district, or ten feet when
adjacent to an agricultural use or district.
c. Side yard: None, except 20 feet when adjacent to a
residential use or district, or ten feet when
adjacent to an agricultural use or district.
(5)Minimum open space: 15 percent of the lot area.
ARTICLE 3. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause,
phrase or portion of this ordinance is for any reason held
invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent
jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct
and independent provision and such holding shall not affect the
validity of the remaining portions hereof.
ARTICLE 4. It is the intention of the governing body and
it is hereby ordained that the provisions of this ordinance
shall become and be made a part of the Code of Ordinances of the
City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, and the sections of this Code
may be renumbered to accomplish such intention.
ARTICLE 5. This ordinance shall be in full force and
effect ten days after its passage and approval.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS ______ DAY OF ___________, 2026.
________________________________
Robert F. Guard, Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________________
Courtney Davis, Deputy City Clerk
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TEXT TO BE DELETED IS SHOWN IN STRIKETHROUGH
TEXT TO BE INSERTED IS SHOWN IN RED
ARTICLE AND/OR SECTION TITLES AFFECTED BY THIS AMENDMENT: None
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Sec. 30-65. CBD, Central Business District.
(a) Purpose. The CBD is the city's urban mixed-use district. It encompasses the downtown area and contains a
wide range of uses and lot sizes. It also has the largest concentration of historic buildings. In order to
preserve the unique character of the CBD, uses involving outdoor activities are limited to those that do n ot
detract from the pedestrian-oriented nature and visual appeal of the district. New buildings, as well as
exterior alterations and additions to existing buildings, are required to meet certain design standards to
ensure compatibility. In order to accommodate existing lots and provide for flexibility in the design of new
development and redevelopment projects, there are no minimum lot standards or setbacks.
(b) Permitted principal uses.
(1) Art galleries or museums.
(2) Auditoriums or theaters.
(3) Banks or other financial institutions.
(4) Banquet facilities.
(5) Bed and breakfasts.
(6) Commercial day cares.
(7) Commercial recreation facilities.
(8) Comprehensive marijuana dispensary facilities, medical marijuana dispensary facilities, or
microbusiness dispensary facilities, as permitted in section 30-118.
(9) Funeral homes or mortuaries.
(10) Governmental facilities.
(11) Health or fitness centers.
(12) Hospitals.
(13) Hotels or motels.
(14) Institutions of higher education, including univers ities and business, career, or technology
schools.
(15) Instructional schools for art, dance, music, martial arts, or other disciplines.
(16) Libraries.
(17) Meeting halls.
(18) Microbreweries or microdistilleries.
(19) Nursing homes.
(20) Offices.
(21) Parks, playgrounds, or recreation facilities.
(22) Personal service establishments.
(23) Police or fire stations.
(24) Residential treatment facilities.
(25) Residential uses, excluding manufactured homes.
(26) Restaurants or bars.
(27) Retail or rental establishments.
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(28) Small-scale light manufacturing and industrial facilities primarily utilizing artisans or digital
machinery.
(29) Transitional housing.
(30) Veterinary clinics or animal hospitals, excluding livestock and kennels.
(c) Permitted accessory uses.
(1) Accessory structures and uses customarily incidental to the above uses, as permitted in
section 30-106.
(2) Short-term use of shipping containers for accessory uses, as permitted in section 30 -105.
(3) Solar energy systems, as permitted in section 30-113.
(d) Special uses.
(1) Any use not meeting the requirements of subsection (e)(1) of this section which would
otherwise be a permitted use in this section.
(2) Billboards, as permitted elsewhere in the city Code.
(2)(3) Excursion gambling boats or floating gambling facilities.
(3)(4) Helicopter facilities, in conjunction with a hospital.
(4)(5) Long-term use of shipping containers for accessory uses, as permitted in section 30-105.
(5)(6) Marinas or docks.
(6)(7) Public utilities, except for buildings or accessory structures that are normal and
customary in a zoning district which would allow other buildings or structures of the same
nature as a use-by-right.
(7)(8) Telecommunication towers, as permitted in section 30 -107.
(8)(9) The allowance of additional height up to a total of 60 feet, not to exceed five stories.
(9)(10) Vehicle fueling, service or repair facilities, excluding body or paint shops.
(10)(11) Wind energy conversion systems, as permitted in section 30-113.
(e) Standards.
(1) All permitted uses shall be conducted entirely indoors except the following.
a. Drive-through or automatic teller machine (ATM) facilities associated with a bank or
other financial institution.
b. Eating or drinking facilities.
c. Live musical performances or the playing of recorded music, provided that such
activities do not violate other provisions of the city Code.
d. Mobile food or beverage service facilities, provided that such activities do not violate
other provisions of the city Code.
e. Parking or loading facilities.
f. Parks or playgrounds.
g. Permitted accessory uses that are customarily conducted outdoors, in conjunction
with a dwelling.
h. Public art.
i. Public recreation facilities.
j. Shipping containers, as permitted in subsection (c)(2) of this section.
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k. Solar energy systems, as permitted in subsection (c)(3) of this section.
l. Temporary uses, as permitted in section 30-109.
m. Walk-up windows for food or beverage service, provided that such activities do not
violate other provisions of the city Code.
n. Waste containers, subject to screening provisions as required elsewhere in the city
Code.
(2) Design standards for new buildings. New buildings shall be compatible with the general
architectural character of the surrounding buildings in terms of setback, orientation, height,
scale, massing, materials, and colors. New buildings shall not:
a. Disrupt an existing pattern of setbacks along a street,
b. Disrupt an existing pattern of buildings being oriented toward a street, or
c. Result in disproportionate height, scale, or massing relative to the surrounding
buildings.
(3) Design standards for exterior alterations and additions to existing buildings.
a. Exterior alterations and additions to existing buildings shall be compatible with the
architectural character of the building being altered or added to in terms of setback,
orientation, height, scale, massing, materials, and colors. Exterior alterations and
additions shall not:
1. Remove, materially alter, or obscure significant character-defining features such
as parapets, cornices, belt courses, corbels, quoins, medallions, mosaics, and
patterned brickwork,
2. Remove, materially alter, or obscure non-storefront wall openings in a manner
that disrupts an existing wall opening pattern on a public -facing building
elevation,
3. Reduce or expand non-storefront wall openings to fit replacement windows or
doors, except for minor shimming, or
4. Replace double-sash windows or divided light windows with windows consisting
of a single, undivided light.
b. Exterior alterations and additions to existing buildings shall be compatible with the
general architectural character of the surrounding buildings in terms of setback,
orientation, height, scale, massing, materials, and colors. Exterior alterations and
additions shall not:
1. Disrupt an existing pattern of setbacks along a street,
2. Disrupt an existing pattern of buildings being oriented toward a street, or
3. Result in disproportionate height, scale, or massing relative to the surrounding
buildings.
(4) CBD design standards approval.
a. Except as provided for in subsection (e)(5) of this section, CBD design standards
approval shall be required for any new building or any exterior alteration or addition to
an existing building, excluding signs and ordinary maintenance and repair.
b. Application for CBD design standards approval shall be submitted to the city manager
using a form provided by the city and contain all necessary information as determ ined
by the city manager. Such application shall be processed administratively in
accordance with procedures established by the city manager.
(5) Certificate of appropriateness.
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a. A certificate of appropriateness shall be required for any of the following:
1. Demolition in whole or in part of any building, excluding any building demolished
by the city pursuant to chapter 7, article XIII of this Code,
2. Painting of an unpainted surface on the exterior of any building, excluding new
construction,
3. Painting of an exterior wall and the roof, trim, or architectural details attached
thereto or contained therein, in the same color, unless such condition already
exists, or
4. Addition or alteration of a mural on the exterior of any building. For the purposes
of this section, the term "mural" means any sign or piece of graphic artwork that
is painted or applied directly to a wall, roof, or other portion of a building.
b. Application for a certificate of appropriateness shall be submitted to the city manager
using a form provided by the city and contain all necessary information as determined
by the city manager. Such application shall be processed in accordance with the
criteria and procedures set forth in section 30-74(j) through (r).
(f) Height, area, width, density, setback, and open space requirements.
(1) Maximum height 40 feet, not to exceed three stories.
(2) Minimum lot area: None.
(3) Minimum lot width: None.
(4) Maximum density: None.
(5) Minimum setbacks:
a. Front yard: None.
b. Rear yard: None.
c. Side yard: None.
(6) Minimum open space: None.
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Sec. 30-66. C-1, General Commercial District.
(a) Purpose. The C-1 district is primarily intended for areas of the city located along minor thoroughfares and
adjacent to residential districts. Appropriate uses for this district include commercial developments not
requiring long-term outdoor display of merchandise, as well as certain governmental, institutional, and
community service facilities. Other uses having the potential to significantly affect adjacent residential
districts may be allowed with approval of a special use permit.
(b) Permitted principal uses.
(1) Art galleries or museums.
(2) Banks or other financial institutions.
(3) Bed and breakfasts.
(4) Commercial day cares.
(5) Commercial recreation facilities, excluding driving ranges or outdoor shooting or racing.
(6) Comprehensive marijuana dispensary facilities, medical marijuana dispensary facilities, or
microbusiness dispensary facilities, as permitted in section 30-118.
(7) Funeral homes or mortuaries.
(8) Governmental facilities.
(9) Health or fitness centers.
(10) Institutions of higher education, including business, career or technology schools.
(11) Instructional schools for art, dance, music, martial arts or other disciplines.
(12) Libraries.
(13) Microbreweries.
(14) Middle schools, secondary schools, or development centers for people with physical,
mental or developmental disabilities.
(15) Nurseries or greenhouses.
(16) Nursing homes.
(17) Offices.
(18) Parks or playgrounds.
(19) Personal service establishments.
(20) Pet grooming facilities, excluding kennels.
(21) Police or fire stations.
(22) Residential treatment facilities.
(23) Restaurants or bars.
(24) Retail or rental establishments, excluding the sale or rental of outbuildings, vehicles, or
large agricultural or construction equipment.
(25) Television or radio studios, including any transmitting facilities.
(26) Transit terminals.
(27) Veterinary clinics or animal hospitals, excluding livestock.
(28) Wineries.
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(c) Permitted accessory uses.
(1) Accessory structures and uses customarily incidental to the above uses, as permitted in
section 30-106.
(2) Short-term use of shipping containers for accessory uses, as permitted in section 30 -105.
(3) Solar energy systems, as permitted in section 30-113.
(d) Special uses.
(1) Banquet facilities.
(2) Billboards, as permitted elsewhere in the city Code.
(2)(3) Hotels or motels.
(3)(4) Kennels.
(4)(5) Long-term use of shipping containers for accessor y uses, as permitted in section 30-
105.
(5)(6) Meeting halls.
(6)(7) Mini warehouses or self-storage units.
(7)(8) Public utilities, except for buildings or accessory structures that are normal and
customary in a zoning district which would allow other buildings or structures of the same
nature as a use-by-right.
(8)(9) Short-term or long-term use of shipping containers for principal uses, as permitted in
section 30-105.
(9)(10) Telecommunication towers, as permitted in section 30-107.
(10)(11) The allowance of additional height up to a total of 60 feet, not to exceed a total of five
stories.
(11)(12) Transitional housing.
(12)(13) Uses involving the sale or rental of outbuildings, vehicles, or large agricultural or
construction equipment.
(13)(14) Vehicle fueling, service or repair facilities, excluding body or paint shops.
(14)(15) Vehicle washing facilities, including automatic or hand wash.
(15)(16) Wind energy conversion systems, as permitted in section 30-113.
(e) Standards.
(1) All storage of merchandise, materials, products or equipment shall be within a fully
enclosed building or in an open yard so screened that the items being stored are not visible
from the street or any adjacent property.
(2) Outdoor display of merchandise is prohibited, except as follows: Merchandise may be
displayed outdoors as part of a temporary use, as permitted in section 30-109. Nursery
stock, accessory landscaping decorations, and seasonal and holiday decorations may also
be displayed outdoors during the appropriate season. Such displays are permitted in
accordance with the following provisions:
a. Displays shall not be located in a right-of-way.
b. Displays shall not be located in parking spaces used to meet the minimum number of
parking spaces as required elsewhere in the city Code. Displays that are part of a
bazaar, craft sale, garage or yard sale, or similar temporary event are exempt from
this requirement, as determined by the city manager.
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c. Displays shall not impede vehicular or pedestrian access.
d. Displays shall not alter the structure of any building.
e. Displays shall not create a health or safety hazard.
f. Displays shall be well kept and orderly.
g. Signs may be displayed as permitted elsewhere in the city Code.
h. The display of seasonal items shall be limited to a time period that is customary for
the season associated with the display, which shall be at the discretion of the city
manager.
(3) Outdoor service areas and equipment such as loading docks, mechanical equipme nt,
storage areas or waste containers shall be located in the rear or side yard and screened as
required elsewhere in the city Code.
(f) Height, area, width, setback and open space requirements.
(1) Maximum height: 40 feet, not to exceed three stories.
(2) Minimum lot area: None.
(3) Minimum lot width: None.
(4) Minimum setbacks:
a. Front yard: 25 feet.
b. Rear yard: None, except 20 feet when adjacent to a residential use or district, or ten
feet when adjacent to an agricultural use or district.
c. Side yard: None, except 20 feet when adjacent to a residential use or district, or ten
feet when adjacent to an agricultural use or district.
(5) Minimum open space: 15 percent of the lot area.
Staff: Ryan Shrimplin, City Planner
Agenda: May 18, 2026
AGENDA REPORT
Cape Girardeau City Council
TITLE
BILL NO. 26-43, an Ordinance approving the record plat of Presley’s Addition. First Reading. DEV -
Ryan Shrimplin
SUMMARY
A record plat has been submitted for Presley’s Addition, located at 401 and 415 South Sprigg Street.
The proposed subdivision is zoned CBD (Central Business District) and DCC (Downtown Commercial
Corridor Overlay District). The plat combines three tracts to create one new lot.
The plat shows an exception for the omission of the required 10-foot utility easement along the rear
(south) lot line of Lot #1. Staff supports the exception because there are no existing or proposed utility
main or primary lines in the area where the easement is required.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
The staff report to the Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of the record plat.
BOARD OR COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
The Planning & Zoning Commission, at its October 8, 2025 meeting, recommended approval of the
record plat by a vote of 9 in favor, 0 in opposition, and 0 abstaining.
ATTACHMENTS
• 26-43_RP_Presley's_Addition.doc
• Staff Review-Referral-Action Form.pdf
• Map - Presley's Addition.pdf
• Application - Presley's Addition.pdf
• PRESSLEYS ADDITION 5TH DRAFT.pdf
BILL NO. 26-43 ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE
RECORD PLAT OF PRESLEY’S ADDITION
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CAPE
GIRARDEAU, MISSOURI, AS FOLLOWS:
ARTICLE 1. The record plat of Presley’s Addition, being
Part of Lot Numbered Fifty-Nine (59), and All of Lot Numbered
Fifty-Eight (58), in Range “I” in the City and County of Cape
Girardeau, State of Missouri, submitted by Lanny Joseph Presley
and Pecksley’s Property LLC, bearing the certification of Kelly
K. Snell, a Registered Land Surveyor, dated the 29th Day of
October, 2025, is hereby approved.
ARTICLE 2. The City Clerk is hereby directed to sign the
record plat with the date of Council approval and affix thereto
the seal of the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri.
ARTICLE 3. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect
ten days after its passage and approval.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS day of , 2026.
________________________________
Robert F. Guard, Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________________
Courtney Davis, Deputy City Clerk
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Created by: Community Development Dept. August 26, 2025
Staff: Courtney Davis, Deputy City
Clerk
Agenda: May 18, 2026
AGENDA REPORT
Cape Girardeau City Council
TITLE
Tree Advisory Board Appointment
SUMMARY
The Tree Board is comprised of the Public Works Director, Parks and Recreation Director, one member
of the Parks and Recreation Advisory
Board, and four residents of Cape Girardeau selected by the City Council. Members serve a three-year
term.
Robert Harris was serving a term to expire February 1, 2028 and is now deceased.
The following individuals have expressed interest in serving on this Board, and their advisory board
summary sheets are attached.
APPLICANT WARD CITIZENS
ACADEMY
Brent Graviett 5 NO
Nathan Herr 3 NO
Ashley Roney 6 YES
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that one appointment be made to the Tree Advisory Board for a term expiring
February 1, 2028.
BOARD OR COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
After discussion, the Tree Board has recommended Ashley Roney for the appointment.
ATTACHMENTS
• Tree Board Roster 04-24-2026.pdf
• Tree Board Attendance.pdf
• Graviett, Brent 04-15-2026.pdf
• Herr, Nathan 05-12-2026.pdf
• Roney, Ashley 04-17-2026.pdf
TREE BOARD
4/6/2026
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
VACANT P 2/1/2028
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
JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
NM10 3 15171921
Behnken, Jennifer NM P NM SMp
Hill, Lewis Jackson (P&R Appointee) NM P NM SMp
Notch, Jonathan NM P NM SMp
Wilson, Angela NM P NM SMa
AGENDA RCVD NM x NM x
MINUTES RCVD NM x NM
JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
11 4 16182015
Behnken, Jennifer NM SMp NM SMp NM P NM P NM P NM P
Harris, Robert NM SMa NM SMp NM A NM P NM P NM A
Deceased
01/2026
Hill, Lewis Jackson (P&R Appointee) NM SMp NM SMp NM P NM P NM P NM P
Notch, Jonathan NM SMa NM SMp NM A NM P NM P NM P
Wilson, Angela NM SMp NM SMa NM A NM P NM A NM P 10/22/2025
AGENDA RCVD NM x NM x NM x NM x NM x NM x
MINUTES RCVD NM x NM x NM x NM x NM x NM x
TREE BOARD ‐ ATTENDANCE RECORDS
Meeting Time: Bi‐Monthly (even months), Third Monday at noon at the Osage Centre
Ordinance Effective: 04/13/2000
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Name
Brent Graviett
Primary Phone
573-275-5347
Address
2411 Glenridge Drive
Secondary Phone
City, State Zip Ward: 5
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
Number of Years as a City of Cape Girardeau Resident
21
E-Mail Address
bgraviett@gmail.com
Current Employer and Position
Magnum Ice Cream/ Multi-Skilled Technician
Number in priority order the Board(s) you are interested in serving on.
Airport Advisory Board 1 Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
Board of Adjustment Planning & Zoning Commission
Board of Appeals 2 Public Library Board
Convention & Visitors Bureau Advisory Board River Campus Board of Managers
Golf Course Advisory Board Show Me Center Board of Managers
Historic Preservation Commission Special Business District Advisory Commission
Liquor License Review Board 3 Tree Board
Tax Increment Financing Commission
Special Qualifications for Specific Board(s) (Include Past Board Service): Citizen Academy Graduate : Yes No
Contributing member of society. I like to think I have a level head on my shoulders. I can look at things objectively.
State Why You Are Interested in Serving on The Board(s):
I want to give back to the community. I would also like to improve areas of the city that need it and continue the thriving of
other parts.
Educational Background and Experience:
Graduate of SEMO with a BS in Agribusiness in 2008
Community Activities:
Coached about 14 different seasons of Cape Youth Sports. I am very involved in my school. I have lead fundraisers
and numerous other volunteer roles.
See regular meeting times on second page.
Would you like to receive news from the City via e-mail/blog? Yes No
I hereby certify that all statements in this application are true. If appointed, I agree to serve and attend meetings regularly. I
understand and agree that absence from three (3) consecutive meetings or four (4) absences in any twelve (12) consecutive months
will result in my position being deemed vacant. I will immediately notify the City Clerk’s Office if my residential address changes.
Signed: Electronically Signed Date Submitted: 04/15/2026
Board Member Applications are valid for one year from the date signed. Date Renewed:
RETURN APPLICATION TO:
City Clerk’s Office, 44 N. Lorimier Street, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
E-mail to cityclerk@cityofcape.org
ADVISORY BOARD APPLICATION
44 N. Lorimier St., Cape Girardeau, MO 63701, 573-339-6320
INTERNAL USE ONLY
Board:______________________________
Date Appointed:______________________
Name
Ashley Roney
Primary Phone
573-330-5017
Address
3817 Fawn Drive
Secondary Phone
City, State Zip Ward: 6
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
Number of Years as a City of Cape Girardeau Resident
17
E-Mail Address
ashleyjane07@gmail.com
Current Employer and Position
REALTOR Edge Realty, ERA Powered
Number in priority order the Board(s) you are interested in serving on.
Airport Advisory Board Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
Board of Adjustment Planning & Zoning Commission
Board of Appeals Public Library Board
Convention & Visitors Bureau Advisory Board River Campus Board of Managers
Golf Course Advisory Board Show Me Center Board of Managers
Historic Preservation Commission Special Business District Advisory Commission
Liquor License Review Board 1 Tree Board
Tax Increment Financing Commission
Special Qualifications for Specific Board(s) (Include Past Board Service): Citizen Academy Graduate : Yes No
Bachelor of Science in Biology and Master of Science in Environmental Science
State Why You Are Interested in Serving on The Board(s):
I love Cape Girardeau and I want to make everyone who lives and visits here to feel the same.
Educational Background and Experience:
Adjunct Biology Instructor for Southeast
Community Activities:
Historical Preservation Commission
See regular meeting times on second page.
Would you like to receive news from the City via e-mail/blog? Yes No
I hereby certify that all statements in this application are true. If appointed, I agree to serve and attend meetings regularly. I
understand and agree that absence from three (3) consecutive meetings or four (4) absences in any twelve (12) consecutive months
will result in my position being deemed vacant. I will immediately notify the City Clerk’s Office if my residential address changes.
Signed: Electronically signed Date Submitted: 04/17/2026
Board Member Applications are valid for one year from the date signed. Date Renewed:
RETURN APPLICATION TO:
City Clerk’s Office, 44 N. Lorimier Street, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
E-mail to cityclerk@cityofcape.org
ADVISORY BOARD APPLICATION
44 N. Lorimier St., Cape Girardeau, MO 63701, 573-339-6320
INTERNAL USE ONLY
Board:______________________________
Date Appointed:______________________
Staff: Courtney Davis, Deputy City
Clerk
Agenda: May 18, 2026
AGENDA REPORT
Cape Girardeau City Council
TITLE
Appointments to the Downtown Cape Girardeau Community Improvement District Board of Directors
SUMMARY
On May 5, 2014, The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 4574 establishing the Downtown
Community Improvement District. Pursuant to the governing documents of the Downtown CID,
members of the Board of Directors serve four year terms and are appointed by the Mayor with consent
of the City Council. All directors must be owners of real property or be the legal authorized
representative of an individual owning property within the district. The Board is required to meet one
time per year.
Currently Dave Hutson, Lindy Pridmore and Cathy Thompson are serving a term set to expire May 16,
2026. Mr. Hutson and Ms. Pridmore would like to be reappointed and are eligible for reappointment.
Ms. Thompson does not wish to be reappointed. A copy of the current board roster is included for your
reference.
APPLICANT WARD CITIZENS ACADEMY
Dave Hutson*
John Klein
Lindy Pridmore*
Incumbent*
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that three appointments be made to the Downtown Cape Girardeau Community
Improvement District Board of Directors for terms expiring May 16, 2030.
BOARD OR COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
The Board supports the re-appointment for Dave Hutson and Lindy Pridmore.
ATTACHMENTS
• Downtown CID Roster.pdf
• CID Chairman Renewal Support Letter.pdf
• CID Renewal Letter - Dave Hutson.pdf
• CID Renewal Letter - Lindy Pridmore.pdf
• Klein, John.pdf
4/6/2026
NAME APPOINTED TERM EXPIRES
DeWayne Schaaf 8/4/2025 5/16/2028
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
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Staff: Gayle Conrad, Director of Citizen
Services/City Clerk
Agenda: May 18, 2026
AGENDA REPORT
Cape Girardeau City Council
TITLE
Appointment to the Planning and Zoning Commission
SUMMARY
The commission may make reports and recommendations relating to the plan and development of the
city to public officials and agencies, public utility companies, civic, education, professional and other
organizations and citizens. It may recommend to the executive or legislative officials of the
municipality programs for public improvements and the financing thereof. All public official shall,
upon request, furnish to the commission within a reasonable time, all available information it requires
for its work. The commission, its members and employees, in the performance of its functions, may
enter upon any land to make examinations and surveys. In general, the commission shall have the
power necessary to enable it to perform its functions and promote municipal planning. The commission
shall consist of nine(9) citizen members appointed and approve by the city council. Members of the
planning and zoning commission shall serve for terms of four years, beginning on the second day of
November.
Robbie Guard was recently elected as Mayor and has resigned his position on the Planning and Zoning
Commission.
A copy of the board roster and attendance roster are attached for your reference.
The following individuals have expressed an interest in serving on the board, and their board
applications are attached.
Applicants Ward
Citizens
Academy
Graduate
Brian Belmonte 4 NO
Adrienne Henry 3 YES
Larry Patterson 5 NO
Brooklyn
Stephens 4 NO
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Unless directed otherwise, one appointment to the Planning and Zoning Commission for a term expiring
November 01, 2028, will appear on a future City Council Agenda.
BOARD OR COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
The Planning and Zoning Commission met on May 13, 2026 and have recommended Larry Patterson
for the appointment.
ATTACHMENTS
• P&Z Roster 05-07-2026.pdf
• P&Z Attendance 05-07-2026.pdf
• Belmonte, Brian 09-26-2025.pdf
• Henry, Adrienne 05-13-2026.pdf
• Patterson, Larry 04-24-2026.pdf
• Stephens, Brooklyn 04-19-2026.pdf
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
4/6/2026
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
Richard Blake Hagedorn 1 10/20/2025 11/1/2029
P 11/1/2028
Jackson, Derek 2 10/17/2022 11/1/2026
1 11/19/2018 11/1/2022
Jones, Gerald 1 10/20/2025 11/1/2029
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)
JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
14111181310812914119
Bertrand, Trae (Frank) P P P A
Blank, Scott P A P A 4/9/2026
Guard, Robbie P A P P Resigned 04/13 2/12/2026
Hagedorn, Richard Blake PPPP
Jackson, Derek PPPP
Jones, Gerald P P A P
Martin, Chris PPPP
Martin, Nick PPPP
McElreath, Emily A P P P 1/20/2026
AGENDA RCVD xXxxx
MINUTES RCVD xXxx
JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
81212914119131081210
Bertrand, Trae (Frank) NMPPAAPPPPPPP5/16/2025
Blank, Scott NMAPPPPPPPPPA
Greaser, Kevin NMPAPPAPPPP 6/18/2025
Guard, Robbie NMPPPAPPPAPPP
Hagedorn, Richard Blake P P
Jackson, Derek NMAAPPPPAPPPP3/13/2025 8/15/2025
Jones, Gerald NMAPPPAPPPPPA12/11/2025
Martin, Chris NMAPPPAPPPPAP11/14/2025
Martin, Nick NM P A P P P A P A P P P 9/11/2025
McElreath, Emily NMPAPPAPPPPPP
AGENDA RCVD NMxxxxxxxxxxx
MINUTES RCVD NMxxxxxxxxxxx
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION ‐ ATTENDANCE RECORDS
Meeting Time: Monthly, Second Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers
Ordinance Effective: 04/13/2000
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Name
Brian Belmonte
Primary Phone 573-219-2494
Address
2601 Independence Street
Secondary Phone
City, State Zip Ward: 4
Cape Girardeau, MO
Number of Years as a City of Cape Girardeau Resident
1
E-Mail Address
Brianbelmonte499@gmail.com
Current Employer and Position
AutoZone and CapeNaz Churh of the Nazarene
Number in priority order the Board(s) you are interested in serving on.
Airport Advisory Board 3 Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
Board of Adjustment 2 Planning & Zoning Commission
Board of Appeals Public Library Board
Convention & Visitors Bureau Advisory Board River Campus Board of Managers
1 Golf Course Advisory Board Show Me Center Board of Managers
Historic Preservation Commission Special Business District Advisory Commission
Liquor License Review Board Tree Board
Special Qualifications for Specific Board(s) (Include Past Board Service): Citizen Academy Graduate : Yes No
I've been a member of toastmasters and am currently training to become a fully ordained pastor as I am locally
licensed. Truly concerned about the best options and a sticktoitness for Cape.
State Why You Are Interested in Serving on The Board(s):
For the growth and development of our beautiful City.
Educational Background and Experience:
Have a masters degree in divinity's. Have done chaplaincy duties for department of corrections as well as serving
on Restorative Justice boards putting in over 800 hours a year involved a secretary and vice president on RJO
board. Toastmasters and VVA so I'm well aware of proper procedures and The Roberts Rules.
Community Activities:
Have been elected and served on our Student Council at Watervliet H.S , served as Secretary to Restorative
Justice board in Charleston and Bowling Green, MO. And vice president at Toastmasters and Man of Arms for
VVA. Also am well acquainted with the Former City Manager, Scott Meyer and Past Major, Jay Knudston. I'm
also very familiar with Robert's Rules and Procedures.
See regular meeting times on second page.
Would you like to receive news from the City via e-mail/blog? Yes No
I hereby certify that all statements in this application are true. If appointed, I agree to serve and attend meetings regularly. I
understand and agree that absence from three (3) consecutive meetings or four (4) absences in any twelve (12) consecutive months
will result in my position being deemed vacant. I will immediately notify the City Clerk’s Office if my residential address changes.
Signed: Electronically signed Date Submitted: 09-26-2025
Board Member Applications are valid for one year from the date signed. Date Renewed:
RETURN APPLICATION TO:
City Clerk’s Office, 44 N. Lorimier Street, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
E-mail to cityclerk@cityofcape.org
ADVISORY BOARD APPLICATION
44 N. Lorimier St., Cape Girardeau, MO 63701, 573-339-6320
INTERNAL USE ONLY
Board:______________________________
Date Appointed:______________________
Name
Adrienne Henry
Primary Phone
573-270-3325
Address
221 North Sunset Blvd
Secondary Phone
City, State Zip Ward: 3
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
Number of Years as a City of Cape Girardeau Resident
27
E-Mail Address
ahenry@drurysw.com
Current Employer and Position
Drury Southwest, Inc., VP of Leasing and Non Hotel Operations
Number in priority order the Board(s) you are interested in serving on.
Airport Advisory Board 3 Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
Board of Adjustment 1 Planning & Zoning Commission
Board of Appeals 2 Public Library Board
Convention & Visitors Bureau Advisory Board River Campus Board of Managers
Golf Course Advisory Board Show Me Center Board of Managers
Historic Preservation Commission Special Business District Advisory Commission
Liquor License Review Board Tree Board
Tax Increment Financing Commission
Special Qualifications for Specific Board(s) (Include Past Board Service): Citizen Academy Graduate : Yes No
Ability to objectively evaluate site plans, plats and ordinances.
State Why You Are Interested in Serving on The Board(s):
I understand the importance of P&Z and the impact that the commission has on the community.
Educational Background and Experience:
Community Activities:
See regular meeting times on second page.
Would you like to receive news from the City via e-mail/blog? Yes No
I hereby certify that all statements in this application are true. If appointed, I agree to serve and attend meetings regularly. I
understand and agree that absence from three (3) consecutive meetings or four (4) absences in any twelve (12) consecutive months
will result in my position being deemed vacant. I will immediately notify the City Clerk’s Office if my residential address changes.
Signed: Electronically Signed Date Submitted: 05-13-2026
Board Member Applications are valid for one year from the date signed. Date Renewed:
RETURN APPLICATION TO:
City Clerk’s Office, 44 N. Lorimier Street, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
E-mail to cityclerk@cityofcape.org
ADVISORY BOARD APPLICATION
44 N. Lorimier St., Cape Girardeau, MO 63701, 573-339-6320
INTERNAL USE ONLY
Board:______________________________
Date Appointed:______________________
Name
Larry Patterson
Primary Phone
573-576-3776
Address
2426 Brookwood Drive
Secondary Phone
City, State Zip Ward: 5
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
Number of Years as a City of Cape Girardeau Resident
10
E-Mail Address
Larry.patterson@charter.net
Current Employer and Position
Retired Police Officer (Dexter) , Operations Manager at Erlbacher Gear & Machine
Number in priority order the Board(s) you are interested in serving on.
3 Airport Advisory Board 2 Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
Board of Adjustment 1 Planning & Zoning Commission
Board of Appeals Public Library Board
Convention & Visitors Bureau Advisory Board River Campus Board of Managers
Golf Course Advisory Board Show Me Center Board of Managers
Historic Preservation Commission Special Business District Advisory Commission
Liquor License Review Board Tree Board
Tax Increment Financing Commission
Special Qualifications for Specific Board(s) (Include Past Board Service): Citizen Academy Graduate : Yes No
Retired law enforcement officer with nearly 30 years of service, providing direct experience with code enforcement,
nuisance properties, and the relationship between land use patterns and public safety outcomes. Nearly three decades of
field work demanded consistently observing conditions, identifying applicable statutes, codes, and regulations, and making
defensible decisions on the record under public scrutiny. I offer independent judgment and the ability to evaluate competing
interests under pressure with reasoned, documented findings. I am familiar with municipal government structure and
interdepartmental operations, and I have extensive experience working with the public in contentious situations while
maintaining impartiality under pressure.
State Why You Are Interested in Serving on The Board(s):
Cape Girardeau is my home, and the decisions made by this commission shape the city's character and quality of life for
decades. I have followed development activity in Cape Girardeau and believe my background, particularly my experience
with code enforcement, nuisance properties, and the public safety implications of land use decisions, positions me to
contribute meaningfully to the commission's work. I want to serve in a capacity where my experience translates directly
into informed, reasoned recommendations that benefit the community.
Educational Background and Experience:
Graduate of the Southeast Missouri Law Enforcement Academy. Former U.S. Army Infantry Paratrooper and U.S. Navy
Master-at-Arms, with service including deployment to the Middle East. Nearly 30 years of service in municipal
government, working with multiple city departments and developing a practical understanding of how municipal
operations, code enforcement, and public policy intersect at the community level.
Community Activities:
Louis K. Juden, American Legion Post 63, Cape Girardeau
Lifetime Member, Thomas English Chapter 16, Disabled American Veterans Post, Cape Girardeau
Cape Girardeau Noon Lions Club, Lions Club International
See regular meeting times on second page.
Would you like to receive news from the City via e-mail/blog? Yes No
I hereby certify that all statements in this application are true. If appointed, I agree to serve and attend meetings regularly. I
understand and agree that absence from three (3) consecutive meetings or four (4) absences in any twelve (12) consecutive months
will result in my position being deemed vacant. I will immediately notify the City Clerk’s Office if my residential address changes.
ADVISORY BOARD APPLICATION
44 N. Lorimier St., Cape Girardeau, MO 63701, 573-339-6320
INTERNAL USE ONLY
Board:______________________________
Date Appointed:______________________
Signed: Electronically signed Date Submitted: 04-24-2026
Board Member Applications are valid for one year from the date signed. Date Renewed:
RETURN APPLICATION TO:
City Clerk’s Office, 44 N. Lorimier Street, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
E-mail to cityclerk@cityofcape.org
Name
Brooklyn Stephens
Primary Phone
573-987-6898
Address
938 Touchdown Drive
Secondary Phone
City, State Zip Ward: 4
Cape Girardeau, MO
Number of Years as a City of Cape Girardeau Resident
19
E-Mail Address
brooklynestephens@gmail.com
Current Employer and Position
Farmers insurance agent with Sara Gerua agency
Number in priority order the Board(s) you are interested in serving on.
Airport Advisory Board Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
Board of Adjustment 1 Planning & Zoning Commission
Board of Appeals Public Library Board
Convention & Visitors Bureau Advisory Board River Campus Board of Managers
Golf Course Advisory Board Show Me Center Board of Managers
Historic Preservation Commission Special Business District Advisory Commission
Liquor License Review Board Tree Board
Special Qualifications for Specific Board(s) (Include Past Board Service): Citizen Academy Graduate : Yes No
I started my real estate investing journey two years ago. Through my time in this space I developed a deep
understanding as an investor and a manager of multi family properties. I bring a perspective as a young investor who has
handled code violations and pre-condiment. Pre condiment is the process a property and the owner go through with the
city.This process includes walking the property and going over the code violations and what is needed to fix them. There
are also many scheduled inspections during the process to see the renovations are being done correctly and up to code.
Through the process of getting one of the properties out of pre-condiment I worked closely with the city and vendors on the
code violations, learning their systems and process along the way.
State Why You Are Interested in Serving on The Board(s):
I am a recent graduate of the United We program.In this program the students are given the tools and resources on how to
join and make a difference in our local boards and commissions. Through this program, I developed a strong interest in
local government processes, especially how the City approaches planning and development.I have two reasons to join this
board in particular. I. I am wanting to open and see the other paths entrepreneurs and developers have in our city to help
improve our community.
After going through the process with my first building and handling the pre-condiment I wanted to learn the entire process
the city takes as well as improve the systems put in place. Then when I was in the process of buying my second one I took
the correct steps and had the city inspector come in and inspect before the house was bought. I think this along with
obtaining a landlord license should all be done before the properties change hands. I spent some time working for a local
non-profit on their employment services, and there I saw a great deal of my clients not having the resources they needed
near them. Many of my clients were homeless or lived on the south side of Cape and they had no resources around them for
food and supplies since the removal of Save a lot.That experience gave me a broader understanding of how development
decisions affect daily life for residents and reinforced my desire to support growth that is responsible, practical, and
beneficial to the entire community.
Educational Background and Experience:
I am currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business administration at SEMO. I also am studying to take the real
estate exam to obtain my real estate license. While working in real estate I have dealt with the city first hand on multiple
projects learning the codes and systems along the way.
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INTERNAL USE ONLY
Board:______________________________
Date Appointed:______________________
Community Activities:
I currently am serving on the Young Professionals of Cape committee and as an ambassador for the Cape Area
Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber is a big passion of mine, especially the young professionals committee. My goal on
the committee is to promote youth entrepreneurship and connect other young professionals with skills and resources they
need to be successful in their careers. As an ambassador I helped grow the Chamber’s membership and involvement by
adding five new members in my first six months.
I currently am serving on our local Zonta chapter’s board as their advocacy chair, and I also serve on three other
committees. With my position I was able to put on multiple advocacy events such as our "16 days of Activism". My goal
with Zonta is to promote women safety and equality in all aspects of their lives.
See regular meeting times on second page.
Would you like to receive news from the City via e-mail/blog? Yes No
I hereby certify that all statements in this application are true. If appointed, I agree to serve and attend meetings regularly. I understand
and agree that absence from three (3) consecutive meetings or four (4) absences in any twelve (12) consecutive months will result in
my position being deemed vacant. I will immediately notify the City Clerk’s Office if my residential address changes.
Signed: Electronically signed Date Submitted: 02/22/2026
Board Member Applications are valid for one year from the date signed. Date Renewed: 04/20/2026
RETURN APPLICATION TO:
City Clerk’s Office, 44 N. Lorimier Street, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
E-mail to cityclerk@cityofcape.org
Staff: Gayle Conrad, Director of Citizen
Services/City Clerk
Agenda: May 18, 2026
AGENDA REPORT
Cape Girardeau City Council
TITLE
Appointment to the Board of Appeals
SUMMARY
Derrick Geringer's term on the Board of Appeals expired June 4, 2026. Mr. Geringer is not interested
in reappointment. A copy of the roster is attached for your review. With the current makeup of the
board, an individual from one of the following professions is eligible to serve: contractor/architect,
plumber/mechanical engineer, structural engineer, electrical engineer, or fire protection engineer.
Bruce Baker is currently serving as an Alternate member on the board and is interested being appointed.
There are no other qualified applications on file.
The International Building Code (as amended by the city) stipulates that the Board shall consist of
seven individuals, not more than two from each of the following professions: (1) registered architect, or
builder or superintendent of building construction with 10 years experience; (2) registered design
professional with structural engineering or architectural experience; (3) registered design professional
with mechanical or plumbing engineering experience, or mechanical or plumbing contractor with 10
years experience; (4) registered design professional with electrical engineering experience or an
electrical contractor with 10 years experience; (5) registered design professional with fire protection
engineering experience or a fire protection contractor with 10 years experience. If no qualified city
residents apply for the board, then qualified applicants who are residents of Cape Girardeau County may
be considered. In addition, two alternate members may be appointed and shall possess the qualifications
required for board membership. Members serve five year terms.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Unless directed otherwise, one appointment to the Board of Appeals for a term expiring June 4, 2031,
will appear on a future City Council Agenda.
BOARD OR COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
The Board has recommended Bruce Baker to be appointed.
ATTACHMENTS
• Board of Appeals Roster 05-07-2026.pdf
• Board of Appeals Attendance 05-07-2026.pdf
• BAKER BRUCE 03.26.2025.pdf
BOARD OF APPEALS
4/6/2026
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
Nordstrom, Alayna structural engineer 1 10/6/2025 9/4/2030
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
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.
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)
JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
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Geringer, Derrick NM NM NM NM
Milde, Craig NM NM NM NM
Nordstrom, Alayna NMNMNMNM
Sandin, Willie (Duane) NM NM NM NM
Strickland, Mark NMNMNMNM
Baker, Bruce (Alt) NM NM NM NM
Uhrhan, Kristen (Alt) NMNMNMNM
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Geringer, Derrick NM NM NM NM P NM A NM NM NM NM NM
Milde, Craig NM NM NM NM P NM P NM NM NM NM NM
Nordstrom, Alayna NM P NM NM NM NM NM
Sandin, Willie (Duane) NM NM NM NM A NM P NM NM NM NM NM
Strickland, Mark NMNMNMNM P NM P NMNMNMNMNM
Baker, Bruce (Alt) NM P NMNMNMNMNM
Uhrhan, Kristen (Alt) NM P NM NM NM NM NM
AGENDA RCVD NM NM NM NM x NM x NM NM NM NM NM
MINUTES RCVD NM NM NM NM x NM x NM NM NM NM NM
BOARD OF APPEALS ‐ ATTENDANCE RECORDS
Meeting Time: As Needed, Second Thursday of the Month at 7 pm in the Council Chambers
Ordinance Effective: 04/13/2000
2025 Warning Letters
Termination
Letter
2026 Warning Letters
Termination
Letter
Appointed 5/19/25
Appointed 5/19/25
Appointed 5/19/25
Board of Appeals Alternate05/19/25
Staff: Courtney Davis, Deputy City
Clerk
Agenda: May 18, 2026
AGENDA REPORT
Cape Girardeau City Council
TITLE
Advisory Board Minutes
SUMMARY
Airport - April 14, 2026
Board of Appeals - no meeting
Board of Adjustment - no meeting
CVB - April 6, 2026
Golf-April 30, 2026
HPC - April 15, 2026
Planning and Zoning Meeting - April 8, 2026
Parks and Rec Meeting - April 13, 2026
SEMPO - Technical Planning Committee - April 1, 2026
Tree Board - April 3, 2026
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Approve
ATTACHMENTS
• AirportBoard-Minutes APRIL. 2026.pdf
• 4.6.2026 CVB Meeting Minutes - draft.pdf
• Golf Board Minutes 4.30.26 draft.pdf
• Historic Preservation Commission Minutes 04-15-26 - DRAFT.pdf
• 4.13.2026 Parks Advisory Board Minutes DRAFT.pdf
• Planning and Zoning Commission Minutes 04-08-26 - Draft.pdf
• SEMPO_Minutes_TPC_2026_04_01_2026.docx
• 4.3.26 - Tree Advisory Board Minutes DRAFT.pdf
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport Advisory Board Meeting - Minutes
April 14, 2026
The Cape Girardeau Regional Airport Advisory Board held its regular meeting on April 14, 2026, at 11:30
am in the airport conference room.
Board Members Present: Staff Present:
Keith Boeller, Chair JoJo Stuart, Airport Manager
Bev Cleair, Vice Chair Audrey Lorch, Airport Support Spec.
Kent Ward, Board Member (Out) Mark Bliss, City Council Liaison
John Russell, Board Member
Shawn Wasson, Board Member
Bruce Loy, Board Member
Nancy Kopp, Board Member
Mark Mehner, Board Member (Out)
Matthew Gadberry, Board Member
Appearances – Mitchell Kester
Absent: NA
Call to Order/Approval of Minutes—Mr. Boeller called the meeting to order at 11:30 am. Mr. Russell
moved to approve the March 2026 minutes. Mr. Wasson seconded, and all were in favor. The motion
passed unanimously.
Old Business -
Airport Activity Report—Mr. Stuart reported that CGI’s enplanements continue to
increase, Chicago and Dallas load factors are high, and fuel prices are definitely an issue at
this time. More discussion on the subject.
Cape Aviation Report – Mr. Stuart noted that Cape Aviation's fuel sales continue to
increase. Military fuel purchases are down at this time due to overseas issues affecting
fuel prices. Contour fueling is performing well. Overall, sales are up 24% year to date.
Community Foundation of the Ozarks Fund – Mr. Stuart asked Mr. Boeller to research
the fund. Mr. Boeller spoke with the fund manager and learned how to use the funds for
the Airport and related projects. Mr. Boeller asked to invite the fund manager to next
month's meeting to attend.
The board recommended that Mr. Boeller handle the information regarding the fund.
Mr. Wasson first, Ms. Kopp second. All were in favor.
TWY – EF - Rebid, spring 2027 - Mr. Stuart will officially put taxiway EF out to bid in the
spring, due to the summer being booked. The expected start date is next summer, 2027.
New Business
Potential hangar space - Mr. Stuart has begun discussions regarding the need for
additional hangar space for CGI. At this time, there are several options for using the
community hangar space once it becomes available.
Determine Vice Chair – Mr. Russell moved to nominate Kent Ward as Vice Chair. Bruce
Loy seconded the motion. All in favor.
Non-Agenda Items –
Fuel Farm – Mr. Stuart shared that the fuel farm passed inspection by Titan and the
Department of Defense. Discussions have begun with Titan regarding assistance for a
new fuel farm.
Closed Session – Selection of a new Board Member – Motion to adjourn. Ms. Kopp
moved first; Ms. Clear second; all were in favor.
I. Motion to recommend that Justin Davidson be appointed as a board member,
effective May 12, 2026. All were in favor.
II. The Board approved the reappointment of Mr. Keith Boeller and Mr. Shawn
Wasson for a second term, effective May 12, 2026.
Adjournment - There being no other business, Mr. Gadberry moved to adjourn the
meeting, first, Mr. Loy second. All were in favor. The meeting adjourned at 12:45 pm.
Minutes prepared by:
_____________________
Audrey Lorch, Airport Support Specialist
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Convention and Visitors Bureau
Advisory Board Meeting Minutes-DRAFT
Monday April 6, 2026
Board Members Present:
Quantella Noto, Chair
Carl Ritter, Vice-Chair
John Echimovich
Rob Gilligan
Anissa Patel
Randy Kluge
Nate Saverino
DeWayne Schaaf
Percy Huston, Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
Board Members Absent:
David Cantrell, City Council Liaison
Parks and Recreation Department Staff Present:
Doug Gannon, Parks and Recreation Director
Brenda Newbern, Visit Cape Manager
Scott Williams, Recreation Division Manager
Emily Beck, Administrative Coordinator
Welcome/Introductions
Board Chair, Quantella Noto called the meeting to order at 12:08 pm Monday April 6, 2026 at the
Sportsplex. Quantella Noto introduced three students that attended.
Presentations
Board members took the opportunity to use the kiosk. Brenda Newbern presented kiosk data
usage and presented information explaining the kiosk being a closed system.
Old Business
Approval of Minutes: March 2, 2026 – Vice-Chair Quantella Noto asked for a motion to approve
the minutes. Carl Ritter motioned to approve the minutes, Randy Kluge seconded. Minutes
approved.
New Business
Convention and Visitors Bureau Visioning Sessions will be held May 12, 2026 at the Osage Centre in
Room 1AB. There will not be a regularly scheduled Advisory Board Meeting in May.
Reports
Leads/RFP Report- Presented by Joshua Robison
HMR Report- Presented by Brenda Newbern
Marketing Report-Presented by Brenda Newbern
Event Incentive/Tourism Development Report-Presented by Brenda Newbern
City Marketing Report-Presented by Brenda Newbern
Sports Tourism Report-Presented by Scott Williams
Board Member Open Discussion
Brenda Newbern discussed visitors and walk-ins to the office
DeWayne Schaaf discussed Knoxville Music Festival
Other Business
The next full Board meeting June 1, 2026 at the Osage Centre
The Board Visioning Session Retreat-May 12, 2026, 8am-2pm at the Osage Centre.
Adjournment
Chair Quantella Noto adjourned the meeting at 1:15pm.
Transcribed by: Emily Beck, Administrative Coordinator
The Convention and Visitors Bureau Advisory Board of the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, may, as a part of the regular or special Convention
and Visitors Bureau Advisory Board meeting, hold a closed session to discuss legal action, causes of legal action of litigation, leasing, purchas ing
or sale of real estate, hiring, firing, disciplining, promotion of personnel or employee labor relations, or confidential or privileged communications
with its attorneys.
GOLF COURSE ADVISORY BOARD
Minutes (draft)
Rescheduled for April 30, 2026
Present: Staff Present:
Claire Kneer, Chairperson Doug Gannon, Director of Parks & Recreation
Josh Parham, Vice Chairperson Kaed Horrell, Parks Division Manager
Jarod Handley, Jaycee Liaison Josh Meyer, Recreation Division Manager
Lindsey Pippins, Secretary Dianne Lawrence, Asst. Recreation Division Mgr.
Kristen Jones, Board Member Mitchell Kramer, Golf Course Manager
Amy McDonald, Board Member Rusty Golightly, Golf Course Superintendent
Tim Kelley, Board Member Macy Lukefahr, Part-time Golf Course Employee
Natalie Beasley, Administrative Coordinator
Absent:
Jared Snell, Board Member
Dale Pingel, Board Member
OPENING
Claire Kneer, called the meeting to order at 12:07 pm.
MINUTES
A motion to approve the February 26, 2026 meeting minutes as written was made by Josh
Parham and seconded by Tim Kelley.
OLD BUSINESS
A. Rounds played report comparing April 2025 to April 2026 given by Mitchell Kramer.
Up 325 rounds this month, good weather a major factor.
B. Marketing Promotion update:
Coozies and new apparel with Jaycee Logo are stocked in Pro Shop and ready for
sale.
Members would like to have drone footage of the course posted online.
Raffle for Facebook followers
Post Tournament Schedule on bulletin board in Pro Shop.
C. Ladies League has 20 teams that is capacity.
D. Retired Rooster form is ready, Pro Shop will hand out, the Jaycee member completes and
returns it to Pro Shop it is then turned over to Cape Jaycee organization for research and
follow-up.
E. Southern Open Tournament was April 11th; 17 teams participated, paid out 2 Flights, ran
smoothly, no complaints.
GOLF COURSE ADVISORY BOARD
April 30, 2026
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F. Jr. Golf Tournament is in the planning stage. It would be a 9 -Hole Tournament for
ages 15 and under. Parks & Recreation Foundation would be a sponsor.
NEW BUSINESS
A. 2026 Tournament Schedule handout will be posted in the Pro Shop
B. 28 New Golf Courts have arrived and in circulation.
C. League update; Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays.
D. Cape Splash Board & Staff Night is scheduled for May 21 @ 6:00 pm.
This event is training for new summer staff. Admission is free to employees and
families, concessions will be available for purchase.
COMMITTEE REPORTS/PROJECTS UPDATES
Marketing & Promotions – Open Discussion
Policies & Procedures – Open Discussion
Projects & Improvements – The Bid for overlay of upper parking lot goes out next week.
Department Projects & Briefs –South section of Trail closed down for repairs, expected
completion end of this summer.
Motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Josh Parham and seconded by Kristen Jones
meeting adjourned at 12:50 pm.
Minutes recorded by
Natalie Beasley
Administrative Coordinator
Osage Centre
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
April 15, 2026
City Hall – Council Chambers
44 North Lorimier Street
Commission Members Present: David Atkins, Brian Balsmann, C. Donald Harris, Denise
Lincoln, Phyllis Sides, Mary Kay Smith, Meghan Tyson
Commission Members Absent: Ryan Lane, Molly McNabb
Staff Present: Carol Peters, Ryan Shrimplin
Others Present: Felix Kinsley (Honorary Member)
CALL TO ORDER
In the absence of Chairman Lane, Ms. Smith called the meeting to order at 5:35 p.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion was made by Ms. Tyson and seconded by Mr. Balsmann to approve the minutes of
the March 18, 2026 meeting as submitted. The motion passed by a unanimous vote.
OTHER BUSINESS
Endangered Buildings List and Watch List
The Commission reviewed the nominations for the 2026 Endangered Buildings List along
with the buildings from the 2025 Endangered Buildings List and Watch List. The
Commission then determined whether each building should be included on the
Endangered List, included on the Watch List, or excluded entirely. A motion was made
by Ms. Tyson and seconded by Ms. Lincoln to adopt the 2026 Endangered Buildings List
and Watch List as discussed. The motion passed by a unanimous vote.
Historic Preservation Month Event
The Commission and staff received an email from Chairman Lane, in which he gave an
update on arrangements for the Historic Preservation Month event on May 4, 2026 at Old
Lorimier Cemetery. The Commission discussed various ways to promote the event. Staff
offered to prepare a flyer for distribution to media outlets and partners such as Old Town
Cape and Visit Cape.
Education Subcommittee Reports and Assignments
The Education Subcommittee had nothing to report.
Outreach Subcommittee Reports and Assignments
City of Cape Girardeau
Historic Preservation Commission
Meeting Minutes
April 15, 2026
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The Outreach Subcommittee had nothing to report. The Subcommittee members agreed
to determine the next meeting date after the Historic Preservation Month event.
Commission Communication
The Commission discussed updating the subcommittee rosters due to new Commission
appointments.
Ms. Tyson announced that Autism Awareness of Southeast Missouri (AASM) will host the
2026 Autism Color Walk & Roll at Jackson City Park on April 26, 2026. The event will
begin at 1:00 p.m. at Pavilion 1.
Staff Communication
Mr. Shrimplin welcomed newly appointed member Mr. Harris to the Commission.
Adjournment
There being no further business, the Commission voted unanimously to adjourn the
meeting at 6:15 p.m. upon a motion made by Mr. Atkins and seconded by Ms. Sides.
Respectfully submitted,
Mary Kay Smith, Secretary
PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD
Minutes - Draft
Monday, April 13, 2026 - 5:30 p.m.
Osage Centre Meeting Room 1A
Present:
Percy Huston, Chairman
Mary-Ann Maloney, Board Member
Mark Moore, Board Member
Philip Moore, Vice-Chairman
Jerry Dement, Board Member
David Cantrell, Board Member
John Spear, Board Member
Tamara Buck, Board Member
Missy Phegley, Board Member
Beverly Evans, Secretary
Absent: David Cantrell- City Council Liaison
Lewis Jackson Hill, Board Member
Darrin Bruenderman, Board Member
Parks and Recreation Staff Present:
Doug Gannon, Parks & Recreation Director
Kaed Horrell, Parks Division Manager
Scott Williams, Recreation Div. Manager
Sherry Friga, Administrative Coordinator
Josh Meyer, Recreation Division Manager
Brenda Newbern, Visit Cape
WELCOME/INTRODUCTIONS
Percy Huston, Chairman, called the meeting to order at 5:30pm on Monday, April 13, 2026
at the Osage Centre.
OLD BUSINESS
Approval of March 9, 2026 Minutes – Percy Huston asked for a review of the minutes. Missy
Phegley motioned to approve. John Spear seconded. Minutes approved.
Golf Cart Purchase/Parking Lot Paving – Kaed Horrell gave an update on the purchase of 28
new golf carts that are being delivered Tuesday, April 14th with GPS installed. The plan is
includes replacing the rest of the fleet next year.
FY ’27 Budget Update/Facility Maintenance Schedules- Doug Gannon gave an update on the
FY ’27 budget cycle. Budgets have been entered and sent to Finance. Doug went over facility
maintenance items being requested and one time purchases.
Wayfinding Signage Update- Kaed Horrell addressed the replacing of signage around Osage
and Shawnee through a grant Visit Cape was able to get. Phillip Moore inquired about the lack
of signs at the soccer fields. Tamara Buck asked about the accessibility compliance of the
signs. Kaed Horrell will look into both questions further.
Friends of the Park/Great Cape Cleanup- Kaed Horrell reported about 13 groups will meet on
April 18th at Capaha Park to pick up trash and plant flowers. VIP Industries will be hosting their
Great Cape Cleanup at same time.
NEW BUSINESS
Sportsplex Space Lease- Scott Williams informed the board that we are working on
agreements to being Scooter’s Coffee and Brown’s Shoe Fit Co. to the Sportsplex. These
agreements will allow us to generate revenue from space that is not currently being used.
Aquatic Facility Maintenance/Summer Update: Josh Meyer gave updates for Cape Splash.
The bathhouse will be getting new paint, doors, refinished floors, and new lights. We will be
installing a new tablet chlorine system that will be more efficient and much safer. The Pirate
Ship feature will be getting a new soft surface as well.
Cape Aquatic Center Usage - Josh Meyer reported there is a competitive swim meet this
upcoming weekend with three visiting teams. We are currently working with Cape Public
Schools to revise the usage agreement for the pool incorporating a flat fee per season. We
hope to have the agreement finalized soon.
Staff Promotions/Open Positions- Scott Williams reported Brian Davidson and Luke Marcum
have both been promoted within the department. We currently have the following open
positions: Recreation. Coordinator for Aquatics, Facility Services Assistant at Osage, and
Recreation Specialist at Arena.
Summer 2026 Play Cape! - Josh Meyer reported the summer 2026 edition of Play Cape! will be
out April 18th. It has been sent to be printed. All links have been posted online for classes and
leagues.
REPORTS/PROJECTS UPDATES
Parks and Recreation Project Updates
o Cape LaCroix Trail Project– Kaed Horrell reported the trail project started March 23rd.
Drainage pipe work has been completed. The contractor has started to prepare for
widening of the trail. The project is scheduled to be complete in September 2026.
o Youth Sports Complex Project- Scott Williams reported on upcoming tournaments. Final
completion of the project continues to include sod installation and final paving of the
parking lot. Phase 2 which includes two new soccer/football fields is underway and should
be complete by late summer.
o Riverfront Tree Planting- Kaed Horrell reported the Missouri Department of Conservation
planted 70 trees between the Red Star boat launch at the river and old bridge to stabilize
the ground and create a more natural conservation area.
o Capaha Park Basketball Goal Restoration- Kaed Horrell reported that the Cape County
Rotary Club made a donation to refurbish the basketball goals at Capaha Park. The goals
will be getting sanded, re painted, and have new nets installed.
Golf Course Advisory Board – No report
Visit Cape Report – Brenda Newbern handed out a flyer on upcoming events. Brenda
Highlighted the Nashville Roadshow, Elvis Tribute, Juneteenth, River fest, and River Front Fall
Festival as notable upcoming events.
Tree Advisory Board – Kaed Horrell- the Tree Board members and staff planted 3 trees at
Kiwanis in honor of Arbor Day, April 3rd.
Red House Interpretive Center Committee – Kaed Horrell reported the new cedar shake roof
has been installed. Weekend tours will be opening up this Saturday.
Parks & Recreation Foundation
o Membership Drive- Scott Williams reported the Foundation Board met April 9th. The
board will be launching the membership drive and renewal. The membership drive brings
in about $20,000-$22,000 each year.
o Loyalty Card Trial Users- Scott Williams handed out a flyer and explained the Loyalty Card
coming out soon to benefit Parks and Recreation. This is in partnership with Bi-State
Southern. Board members and staff will be running a trial period starting in May. The
goal is for the program to go public in July. This program could generate up to $24,000 in
revenue for Parks and Recreation.
City Council Report – No report
Monthly Staff Report/Calendar Update –The monthly Staff Briefs were handed out.
OTHER BUSINESS
Jerry Dement inquired about the water fountains at the soccer fields. Scott Williams informed
everyone they are getting ready to turn those one. We will be adding bottle fillers there as
well.
Brenda Newbern mentioned the Hwy 61 painting at The Painted Wren and for everyone to go
paint on it. Brenda reported that seasonal boat dockings will start in June.
Next Board Meeting – Monday May 11, 2026 at 5:30 pm at the Osage Centre Room 1AB.
ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Percy Huston to adjourn the meeting at 6:24pm. Darrin Bruenderman
moved the motion. Tamara Buck 2nd the motion.
Transcribed by: Sherry Friga, Administrative Coordinator
The Park and Recreation Advisory Board of the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, may, as a part of the regular or special Park and Recreation Advisory Board
meeting, hold a closed session to discuss legal action, causes of legal action of litigation, leasing, purchasing or sale of real estate, hiring, firing, di sciplining,
promotion of personnel or employee labor relations, or confidential or privileged communications with its attor neys..
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
April 8, 2026
City Hall – Council Chambers
44 North Lorimier Street
Commission Members Present: Robbie Guard, Blake Hagedorn, Derek Jackson, Gerry Jones,
Chris Martin, Nick Martin, Emily McElreath
Commission Members Absent: Trae Bertrand, Scott Blank
Staff Present: Carol Peters, Trevor Pulley, Ryan Shrimplin
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Nick Martin called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion was made by Mr. Jackson and seconded by Mr. Chris Martin to approve the minutes of
the March 11, 2026 meeting as submitted. The motion passed by a unanimous vote.
A. REZONINGS, SPECIAL USE PERMITS, AND EXCEPTIONS
A.1. A public hearing was held on the request of Jacob Fish, on behalf of David B. Knight Trust
and Casino Capital LLC, to rezone property located at 306, 308, 406, and 450 North Main
Street and the adjacent parcel to the north from M-1 (Light Manufacturing/Industrial District)
to CBD (Central Business District). Mr. Guard and Ms. McElreath recused themselves from
the discussion and vote due to a financial conflict of interest. Mr. Jacob Fish presented the
request. He explained that his client, David B. Knight, is interested in selling the property.
He has received some interest in using the property for a mixed-use development
(commercial and residential). The current M-1 zoning does not allow such a development.
Rezoning to CBD would allow a mix of commercial and residential uses and make the
property more marketable.
Chairman Nick Martin opened the public hearing. Seeing no appearances to speak, he
closed the public hearing. A staff report was submitted to the Commission, which
recommended approval of the rezoning request. A motion was made by Mr. Jackson and
seconded by Mr. Hagedorn to recommend approval of the rezoning request. The motion
passed by a roll call vote of 5 in favor, 0 in opposition, and 2 abstaining (Aye: Hagedorn,
Jackson, Jones, C. Martin, N. Martin; Abstain: Guard, McElreath).
A.2. A public hearing was held on the request of Springfield Sign, on behalf of Mayson Capital
Partners, for an exception from Development Code Section 25-137(b), freestanding signs,
for property located at 576 South Mount Auburn Road. Mr. Jeff Maurer, Mayson Capital
Partners, presented the request. He explained that a sign permit application was submitted
for a multi-tenant freestanding sign to serve the new building on the property. The proposed
sign exceeds the maximum area per the Code. The property has three street frontages,
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and the Code allows one freestanding sign per frontage. In exchange for approval of the
proposed sign, he is willing to “transfer” unused sign area afforded by the other two
frontages. He added that the design of the sign is similar to other freestanding signs in this
area.
Chairman Nick Martin opened the public hearing. Seeing no appearances to speak, he
closed the public hearing. A staff report was submitted to the Commission, which contained
the following findings of fact:
Criterion #1: As part of the exception request, a “substantial equivalent” is proposed.
“Substantial equivalent” means an alternate design, method or feature that accomplishes
the same purpose as the applicable Development Code requirement.
Finding: Based on the applicable Code requirements, the subject property is allowed
three freestanding signs, one per street frontage (South Mount Auburn Road,
Shawnee Parkway/Missouri Route 74, and Chesley Drive). The maximum
freestanding sign area for the South Mount Auburn Road and Shawnee
Parkway/Missouri Route 74 frontages is 150 square feet per frontage. The maximum
freestanding sign area for the Chesley Drive frontage is 50 square feet. The applicant
is proposing a new freestanding sign for the South Mount Auburn Road frontage. The
area of this sign is 203.5 square feet. In order to satisfy the substantial equivalent
criterion, sign area must be transferred from the maximum freestanding sign area of
one or both of the other frontages. The proposed freestanding sign exceeds the
maximum area by 53.5 square feet. Transferring the entire maximum freestanding
sign area for the Chesley Drive frontage (50 square feet) plus transferring 3.5 square
feet from the maximum freestanding sign area for the Shawnee Parkway/Missouri
Route 74 frontage (150 square feet) would provide the 53.5 square feet needed for
the proposed freestanding sign. This would mean foregoing a freestanding sign for
the Chesley Drive frontage and reducing the maximum freestanding sign area f or the
Shawnee Parkway/Missouri Route 74 frontage by 3.5 square feet. Transferring sign
area in this manner constitutes a substantial equivalent because it allows for a larger
sign without increasing the total freestanding sign area for the property.
Criterion #2: Approval of the exception request is consistent with the general spirit and intent
of the Development Code.
Finding: The aforementioned substantial equivalent ensures fairness among property
owners and tenants, which makes approval of the exception request consistent with
the general spirit and intent of the Development Code.
Based on the above findings, staff recommended approval of the exception request, subject
to the following condition:
1. No freestanding sign shall be allowed for the Chesley Drive frontage. Additionally, the
maximum freestanding sign area for the Shawnee Parkway/Missouri Route 74
frontage shall be reduced by 3.5 square feet.
A motion was made by Mr. Chris Martin and seconded by Mr. Guard to approve the exception
request, subject to the condition listed in the staff report. The motion passed by a roll call vote
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of 7 in favor, 0 in opposition, and 0 abstaining (Aye: Guard, Hagedorn, Jackson, Jones, C.
Martin, N. Martin, McElreath).
B. SUBDIVISION PLATS
C. OTHER BUSINESS
C.1. Chapter 25 Amendment Regarding Billboards
Mr. Shrimplin presented a proposed amendment to Section 25-109, Billboards, of the
Development Code (Chapter 25 of the City’s Code of Ordinances). He explained that the
amendment makes several major changes to the billboard regulations, including: adding a
definition of “billboard”; adding the C-1 district to the list of zoning districts eligible for
billboards; expanding the list of streets and street sections where bordering parcels are
eligible for billboards; increasing the maximum sign face area, maximum sign face length,
maximum total sign face area, and maximum height for billboards on parcels bordering
Interstate 55; and other changes. The amendment also adds a “downtown billboards” sub-
category with a separate set of requirements. He noted that the amendment was prepared
in response to requests to allow billboards in areas that are not eligible under the current
regulations and to allow larger billboards along the interstate.
Mr. Chris Martin asked if the changes would result in a large number of billboards being
added to the downtown area. Mr. Shrimplin explained that the current billboard regulations
have a minimum spacing requirement (1,400 feet on the same side of the street). As part
of the amendment, a minimum 500-foot spacing requirement (on the same side of the street)
is proposed for downtown billboards. Additionally, a special use permit is required for any
billboard. The special use permit process allows the Planning & Zoning Commission and
the City Council to vet each proposed billboard to ensure that it does not adversely affect
the area.
Chairman Nick Martin asked if there are any existing billboards that do not meet the
regulations. Mr. Shrimplin stated that an audit of the existing billboards has not been
conducted, but it is likely that some of the older billboards are nonconforming in one way or
another.
A motion was made by Mr. Guard and seconded by Mr. Hagedorn to recommend approval
of the amendment as submitted. The motion passed unanimously.
C.2. Chapter 30 Amendment Regarding CBD, Central Business District and C-1, General
Commercial District
Mr. Shrimplin presented a proposed amendment to Section 30-65 (CBD, Central Business
District) and Section 30-66 (C-1, General Commercial District) of the Zoning Code (Chapter
30 of the City’s Code of Ordinances). He explained that the amendment adds billboards to
the list of special uses in each of these two districts.
A motion was made by Mr. Chris Martin and seconded by Ms. McElreath to recommend
approval of the amendment as submitted. The motion passed unanimously.
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COMMUNICATION AND UPDATES
COMMISSION COMMUNICATION
Mr. Guard announced his resignation from the Commission following his election as Mayor. He
stated that he enjoyed his time of service on the Planning & Zoning Commission. Chairman Nick
Martin congratulated him on being elected Mayor.
STAFF COMMUNICATION
Mr. Shrimplin gave the following updates:
1. Update on items from previous Commission meetings going on to City Council
The City Council approved the following on March 16, 2026:
803 Independence Street Rezoning – 2nd & 3rd Readings
Q’s Corner Subdivision Record Plat – 2nd & 3rd Readings
Broadview On The Hill Record Plat – 2nd & 3rd Readings
Deer Run Estates Phase 2 Record Plat – 2nd & 3rd Readings
Blank’s Second Subdivision Record Plat – 2nd & 3rd Readings
The City Council approved the following on April 6, 2026:
539 Olive Street Rezoning – 1st Reading
1 North Park Avenue Rezoning – 1st Reading
Ty Emerald Subdivision Record Plat – 1st Reading
Chapter 25 Amendment Regarding Improvement of Parking Areas – 1st
Reading
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the Commission voted unanimously to adjourn the meeting at
5:55 p.m. upon a motion made by Mr. Jackson and seconded by Mr. Hagedorn.
Respectfully submitted,
Chris Martin, Secretary
TECHNICAL PLANNING COMMITTEE
MEETING MINUTES
April 1, 2026
Osage Center
1625 N. Kingshighway, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
Technical Planning Committee (TPC) Voting Members Present:
Mr. Drew Christian, SEMO Regional Planning Commission (SEMO RPC)
Mr. Rodney Bollinger, City of Jackson
Mr. Mark Phillips, Cape Special Road District
Mr. Ryan Shrimplin, City of Cape Girardeau
Mr. Jake Gerrard, City of Cape Girardeau
Mr. Jay Knudtson, Cape Girardeau County (via Zoom)
Mr. Cary Harbison, SEMO Port
Mr. JoJo Stewart, Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
Mr. Lucas Presson, SEMO REDI (via Zoom)
Ms. Ginny Smith, Cape Transit Authority
Technical Planning Committee (TPC) Non-Voting Members Present
Mr. Thomas Caldwell, Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT)
Mr. Corbin Carlton, Missouri Department of Transportation (via Zoom)
Mr. Michael Brandon, Missouri Department of Transportation (via Zoom)
Ms. Cecelie Cochran, Federal Highway Administration (via Zoom)
SEMPO Board of Directors Voting Members
Mr. Mark Phillips, Cape Special Road District
SEMPO Board of Directors Non-Voting Members
Mr. Cary Harbison, SEMO Port
Others Present: None
Staff Present:
Mr. Alex McElroy, City of Cape Girardeau
Program Administration/Support Consultant Present:
Ms. Janice Collier, KLG Engineering
Call to Order
Mr. Shrimplin, Chairman called the meeting to order at 11:00 a.m.
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Introductions
Each person introduced themselves and their organization, and Mr. McElroy identified those
participating with Zoom.
Adoption of Agenda
Upon a motion by Mr. Christian, seconded by Mr. Phillips, the Agenda of the April 1, 2026,
Technical Planning Committee, was unanimously adopted.
Approval of Minutes
Upon a motion by Mr. Bollinger and a second by Mr. Christian, the minutes of the March 4, 2026,
Technical Planning Committee were unanimously approved.
Communications from the Chairman
Mr. Shrimplin stated he had no communications at this time.
Public Comments
Mr. Shrimplin asked if there were any comments from the public regarding items not on the
agenda. There were none.
New/Unfinished Business
FY 2027 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) –Mr. McElroy reported that the board,
supported the planning committee’s recommendation of continuing the transit study and the
freight study in FY 27. The Planning Committee will release the draft for public comment at their
April 15th meeting. This will allow time in May and June for State and Federal approval,
following with the presentation to the City Council, for approval. Mr. McElroy stated he had
received some comments that will be incorporated. Mr. Phillips made a motion, seconded by
Mr. Christian to release to the public comment and recommend conditional approval. Motion
was unanimously passed.
Transportation Improvement Program Update - Mr. McElroy reported they are having two open
houses, the first on April 1st at the Osage and on April 2nd at the Jackson Civic Center. Handouts
were provided by Mr. McElroy for review, highlighting the projects. There is 36 million programmed
for these projects. Mr. Bollinger made a motion to release the plan for public comment and
recommend for conditional approval, Ms. Smith seconded the motion. The motion was
unanimously approved.
Transit System Planning – Mr. McElroy reported they are finalizing the employee and employer
surveys, to go out soon. Those will be followed by a community survey. Mr. McElroy provided a
handout outlining the consultant’s project coordination meeting this last meeting.
Multi Model Freight Plan – Mr. McElroy reported they had held meeting the previous Monday.
The consultant is slightly behind plan due to some IT hacks. Mr. McElroy provided a handout
showing the steps that have been completed.
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MoDOT High Priority Unfunded Needs List- Mr. McElroy provided handouts of what was
turned in last year, and asked the group to review, and is taking recommendations for any
changes. He reviewed the meaning of the tiers and what is included in these tiers. Mr.
Shrimplin asked Mr. Bollinger if the trail projects, need to remain on the list. Mr. Bollinger stated
that one phase is still not funded. It was agreed to leave them on the list. Mr. Shrimplin
inquired on airport projects, and Mr. Stewart stated the project was not funded, and should
remain on the list. Mr. McElroy will now take this list to the board, for additional comments.
Member Reports:
City of Cape Girardeau – Mr. Gerrard reported the Sprigg Street water main project is complete
with patching being completed on the last few blocks. The Minnesota Street project is complete.
The TTF7 received the SOQs for the consultant pool and they are being setup. The Cape Rock
Drive sidewalk project, Phase 1 and 2 is out for bid and they have advertised for both phases.
Construction has started on the Cape LaCroix Trail project.
City of Jackson – Mr. Bollinger reported the studies on both Harmony Lane and bridge over Goose
Creek are underway with Koehler Engineering. The city is looking at a BRO Grant for the bridge
replacement over Goose Creek. The Deerfield roundabout is underway with Fronabarger
Construction. The East traffic lanes have been reopened. The city is receiving proposals for center
signage on the Deerfield roundabout. These will need approval from MoDOT. The Jackson
Middle School sidewalk and crosswalk project is on hold pending the archeologist survey. T he
Hubble Creek Recreation Trail, #A and #B projects are ongoing, with Smith and Company
designing the project. They are still waiting to hear form MDNR on the Phase 3D grant application.
East Jackson Blvd. lighting project between Cape and Jackson, is moving forward and they
received 3 bids, with KT Power Systems, being the low bidder. This was sent to MoDOT for
approval on 03/27.
Cape County – Mr. Knudtson had no updates to report.
Cape Special Road – Mr. Phillips reported Pace Construction received the bid for the asphalt
overlay projects. They have begun on County Road 616. They continue working on routine
maintenance.
Cape Transit Authority – Ms. Smith reported she had nothing new to report.
SEMO University – No report was given.
SEMO Port – Mr. Harbison reported they are continuing work in the rail constructions.
Cape Regional Airport – Mr. Stewart reported the Echo Fox runway is out to bid. The project had
to be rebid, due to the age of the current bids.
SEMO RPC - Mr. Christian stated he had no additional report.
Bootheel RPC – No report was given.
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SEMO Redi – Mr. Presson reported that the Ozark Trailways Study did not make it into the House
budget, but it still needs to go before the Senate.
MoDOT- Mr. Carlton reported on 4 job updates. the big project upcoming is the I55 overlay and
was awarded to Apex paving. Jackson Deerwood project should continue until July, and will be
night work, this year. The Emerson Bridge will be beginning with traffic control starting the end
of the month. They will be painting the fence. Then they will move on with switching traffic,
milling of pavement and alignment of cables. The last project is the Notre Dame/Route K
project has been advertised. Mr. Killian reported that he is working on STIP development and
updating safety projects. As always, he hopes to peel off projects from the unfunded needs list.
He anticipates adding all the Tier 1 projects. Mr. Killian anticipates the draft STIP to be ready
for comments the first of May. The 2027–2031 STIP to be approved by the commission in July.
IDOT – Mr. Caldwell stated he had no report.
FHWA MO Division – No report.
Staff Report
Mr. McElroy had no additional information to report.
Other Business and Communications
There was no other business or communication.
Adjournment Motion
The meeting was adjourned at 11:26 a.m. on a motion by Mr. Bollinger, seconded by Mr. Christian.
Respectfully submitted,
Janice Collier
TREE ADVISORY BOARD
Minutes - DRAFT
Friday, April 3, 2026
11:00 a.m.
Kiwanis Park Shelter #1
Present: Parks and Recreation Staff Present:
Jennifer Benkhen, Chairman Doug Gannon, Parks & Recreation Director
Jackson Hill, Vice-Chairman Kaed Horrell, Parks Division Manager
Jonathan Notch Jackie Hamm, Parks Division Crew Leader
Kayla Otte, P&R Administrative Coordinator
City of Cape Staff Present:
Casey Brunke, Public Works Director
Brock Davis, Assistant Public Works Director
Opening
Jennifer Benkhen called the meeting to order at 11am on Friday, April 3, 2026 at the
Kiwanis Park Shelter #1 after planting trees for Arbor Day.
Approval of Minutes: February 10, 2026
Jennifer asked for everyone to have a look over the minutes. Jonathan motioned to
approve the minutes, Jackson seconded. Minutes approved.
Old Business
Friends of the Parks Day
o Friends of the Parks Day will be held on April 18th. We have 11 groups currently
signed up to help clean up the parks and plant flowers.
o The VIP group are also planning on having an event the same day for helping
clean up the city.
Cemetery – Bradford Pears
o We are currently working with Jennifer and MDC to help get the Bradford Pear
trees removed from the Cemetery.
o The plan is to do the removal in three phases.
Robert Harris – Memorial
o The plan is to replace the sign that is currently at the garden, and to rename the
garden in honor of Robert Harris.
o There will be a ceremony to reveal the sign after it is placed.
Red Star/Riverfront Park – Trees
o The Missouri Department of Conservation is starting to plant 120 trees between
the two properties.
New Business
Open Discussion
o Jennifer Benkhen will be picking up the trees from Forest ReLeaf this month.
Other Business
Cape LaCroix Trail
o The south part of the Cape LaCroix trail between Bloomfield and Shawnee is
being overlayed and will be closed until the fall.
o The Shawnee Youth Sports Complex is close to being finished and the first
tournament will be played on April 18th.
Next Board Meeting – Monday, June 15, 2026
Adjournment
Motion to adjourn by Jackson Hill, seconded by Jonathan Notch.
Transcribed by: Kayla Otte, Administrative Coordinator
The Tree Advisory Board of the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri may, as a part of the regular or special Tree
Advisory Board meeting, hold a closed session to discuss legal action, causes of legal action of litigation, leasing,
purchasing or sale of real estate, hiring, firing, disciplining, promotion of personnel or employee labor relations,
or confidential or privileged communications with its attorneys.