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Joining Boards or Commissions
Ozark has six (6) city boards and commissions, totaling more than 50 members. This section lists the members' names for each board and commission. In addition, some of the boards and commissions have posted minutes from past meetings and agendas for future gatherings.
The City of Ozark has recently adopted a new application process for selecting individuals to serve on these boards and commissions. To receive the Board - Commission Application or pick up an application at Ozark City Hall. Please return the completed application to Ozark City Hall.
Overview
The Planning and Zoning Commission makes recommendations to the Board of Aldermen for various development applications. These applications include rezoning, preliminary plats, final plats, conditional use permits, and various other aspects of planning and zoning, including the review of site development plans. The most significant duty of the board is to adopt and update the City of Ozark's Comprehensive Master Plan.
Commission members are appointed by the Mayor, approved by the Board of Aldermen, and serve a four-year term.
The Commission meets the fourth Monday of each month at 6:30 pm at City Hall, 205 N. 1st Street.
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Meeting agenda and packets
View the Planning and Zoning calendar to see the submittal deadlines.
For information about a Planning and Zoning Commissioner meeting, please contact the Planning and Development Department at 417-581-2407.
Planning and Zoning Commission Training
| Members | Term End | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Jeff Garrison | June 11, 2028 | Chairman |
| Pete Renfrow | June 11, 2028 | Secretary |
| Hadlee Goldberg | June 11, 2028 | |
| Susanne Daniels | July 15, 2027 | |
| Adam Brown | July 15, 2027 | |
| Chad Zickefoose | February 6, 2027 | |
| Lacey Colbert | July 18, 2026 | |
| Trevor Branch | February 7, 2026 | |
| Caleb Berger | January 2, 2025 |
Overview
The Land Clearance Redevelopment Authority (LCRA) recommends development incentives such as tax abatement and tax-exempt revenue bonds. The LCRA also recommends condemnation of commercial, industrial, and residential properties for redevelopment areas approved by the Ozark Board of Aldermen.
Members are appointed by the Mayor and serve a four-year term.
This Board currently has two vacancies for a five-seat Board. Fill out the Board/Commission Application today to join the Land Clearance Redevelopment Authority (LCRA).
| Members | Term Expires | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Chuck Fugate | April 3, 2027 | |
| Chuck Branch | May 2, 2027 | |
| Rick Gardner | June 5, 2027 | |
| Vacancy | ||
| Vacancy |
Overview
The Industrial Development Authority's purpose is to promote and solicit industrial and economic development projects. Executing leases, contracts, releases, compromises, and other instruments are necessary for selling, loaning, issuing, investing, and other like activities.
Overview
The Public Funding Corporation of the City of Ozark, Missouri, is a not-for-profit corporation founded for the purpose of purchasing and/or constructing properties and projects for the benefit and use of the City of Ozark. The projects are constructed and then leased to the City. The City’s obligation under these leases is for an annual appropriation only and does not constitute an indebtedness or liability of the City.
The Board of Aldermen authorized the formation of the Public Funding Corporation on November 18, 1991. The P.F.C. Board of Directors is made up of four duly qualified electors and taxpayers of the City of Ozark, appointed by the Mayor with the advice and consent of the Board of Aldermen, with six-year terms.
There is no set meeting schedule for this board. A meeting is called when needed.
Members | Term Ends | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Elise Crain | July 24, 2030 | President |
| Frank Lorenz | August 3, 2027 | Treasurer |
| Mary Adams | August 6, 2024 | Vice-President |
| Mark Specht | September 5, 2029 |
Overview
Due to the special circumstances that arise, variances may be necessary to help resolve issues concerning set codes. Therefore, the Board of Adjustments is there as a service to the citizens.
Members are appointed by the Mayor, approved by the Board of Aldermen, and serve five-year terms.
| Members | Term Ends | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Eric Griessel | June 21, 2026 | |
| Kenny Washam | June 21, 2026 | |
| Ronnie Shivler | September 5, 2029 | |
| Vacancy | ||
| Vacancy |