Auxvasse Code of Ordinances
As of 2019, the City of Auxvasse has reviewed it's ordinances and has organized them in to a new City Code. This code of ordinances can be viewed at City Hall or online through the link above.
City Council
The City; as set forth in the Missouri State Statutes; is allowed to have only one form of government and that is an elected Board of Alderman. The Board of Aldermen consists of 4 members. Board of Aldermen are elected to hold two-year terms. The elected officials consist of five residents elected at-large including the Mayor. The mayor and board of aldermen of each city governed by this chapter shall have the care, management and control of the city and its finances, and shall have power to enact and ordain any and all ordinances not repugnant to the constitution and laws of this state, and such as they shall deem expedient for the good government of the city, the preservation of peace and good order, the benefit of trade and commerce and the health of the inhabitants thereof, and such other ordinances, rules and regulations as may be deemed necessary to carry such powers into effect, and to alter, modify or repeal the same. The mayor shall have a seat in and preside over the board of aldermen, but shall not vote on any question except in case of a tie, nor shall he preside or vote in cases when he is an interested party. He shall exercise a general supervision over all the officers and affairs of the city, and shall take care that the ordinances of the city, and the state laws relating to such city, are complied with.
The City; as set forth in the Missouri State Statutes; is allowed to have only one form of government and that is an elected Board of Alderman. The Board of Aldermen consists of 4 members. Board of Aldermen are elected to hold two-year terms. The elected officials consist of five residents elected at-large including the Mayor. The mayor and board of aldermen of each city governed by this chapter shall have the care, management and control of the city and its finances, and shall have power to enact and ordain any and all ordinances not repugnant to the constitution and laws of this state, and such as they shall deem expedient for the good government of the city, the preservation of peace and good order, the benefit of trade and commerce and the health of the inhabitants thereof, and such other ordinances, rules and regulations as may be deemed necessary to carry such powers into effect, and to alter, modify or repeal the same. The mayor shall have a seat in and preside over the board of aldermen, but shall not vote on any question except in case of a tie, nor shall he preside or vote in cases when he is an interested party. He shall exercise a general supervision over all the officers and affairs of the city, and shall take care that the ordinances of the city, and the state laws relating to such city, are complied with.
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning (P&Z) Commission consists of seven (7) members including the Mayor, a member of the Board of Alderman, appointed by the Board of Alderman and not more than five (5) citizens appointed by the Mayor and approved by the Board of Alderman. Of the five (5) citizens, the P&Z Commission shall elect a Chairman and a Secretary. The Planning & Zoning Commission overlooks the zoning of the City of Auxvasse by regulation of the location, size, height and use of buildings and structures, the area and dimensions of lots and yards, the use of lands, and for such purposes dividing the city into zones and districts of such number, sizes and shapes as are deemed best suited to carry out such penalties and proceedings for the administration and enforcement of the ordinance.
The Planning & Zoning (P&Z) Commission consists of seven (7) members including the Mayor, a member of the Board of Alderman, appointed by the Board of Alderman and not more than five (5) citizens appointed by the Mayor and approved by the Board of Alderman. Of the five (5) citizens, the P&Z Commission shall elect a Chairman and a Secretary. The Planning & Zoning Commission overlooks the zoning of the City of Auxvasse by regulation of the location, size, height and use of buildings and structures, the area and dimensions of lots and yards, the use of lands, and for such purposes dividing the city into zones and districts of such number, sizes and shapes as are deemed best suited to carry out such penalties and proceedings for the administration and enforcement of the ordinance.
Board of Adjustments
The Board of Adjustments is appointed by the Mayor, subject to the approval of the Board of Alderman. The Board of Adjustments consists of five (5) members, who shall be freeholders who will hear and decide appeals where it is alleged there is error in any order, requirement, decision or determination made by an administrative official in the enforcement of the ordinance. Also to hear and decide all matters referred to them.
The Board of Adjustments is appointed by the Mayor, subject to the approval of the Board of Alderman. The Board of Adjustments consists of five (5) members, who shall be freeholders who will hear and decide appeals where it is alleged there is error in any order, requirement, decision or determination made by an administrative official in the enforcement of the ordinance. Also to hear and decide all matters referred to them.
Park Board
The Park Board consists of nine (9) members appointed by the Mayor and with the consent of the Board of Alderman. The Board shall be responsible for advising the Board of Alderman with respect to the acquisition, development, laying out, ornamenting, improving, regulation and operation of all City Parks. The Board shall be authorized to expend for park purposes any moneys appropriated to the Board by the Board of Alderman for park development, maintenance, improvement or operations.
The Park Board consists of nine (9) members appointed by the Mayor and with the consent of the Board of Alderman. The Board shall be responsible for advising the Board of Alderman with respect to the acquisition, development, laying out, ornamenting, improving, regulation and operation of all City Parks. The Board shall be authorized to expend for park purposes any moneys appropriated to the Board by the Board of Alderman for park development, maintenance, improvement or operations.
Administration
*City Administrator
Auxvasse operates under a Mayor/Board/Administrator form of government. The City Administrator, appointed by and serving at the pleasure of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen, exercises general supervisory control over the administration and management of municipal operations, personnel, and employees, subject to mayoral direction and oversight. The City Administrator provides research and staff support to the Board of Aldermen, Planning and Zoning Commission, and various other boards, commissions, and committees. The City Administrator is responsible for hiring and supervising all municipal employees. The Administrator formulates and implements day-to-day policies and procedures for municipal operations and is directly responsible for creating and administering the annual municipal budget. The City Administrator oversees procurement, contracting, and personnel administration, working closely with the City Clerk on monthly financials and annual budgeting.
*City Clerk
The City Clerk position is appointed by the Board of Aldermen. The City Clerk's duties include keeping minutes of board meetings, preparing and administering oaths of office to the Board of Aldermen and other municipal officers. The City Clerk assigns bill numbers, ordinance and resolution numbers, and maintains records pertaining thereto. The City Clerk attests to the Mayor's signature on documents and countersigns all municipal expenditures. Our office handles numerous duties, including municipal business and liquor licenses, accounts payable/receivable/budgeting, and financial management. Additional responsibilities include water, sewer, and trash department administration, dog tags, cemetery deeds, and various daily tasks.
Please feel free to contact our office with inquiries; we will respond to your questions or direct you to someone who can provide assistance.
*City Administrator
Auxvasse operates under a Mayor/Board/Administrator form of government. The City Administrator, appointed by and serving at the pleasure of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen, exercises general supervisory control over the administration and management of municipal operations, personnel, and employees, subject to mayoral direction and oversight. The City Administrator provides research and staff support to the Board of Aldermen, Planning and Zoning Commission, and various other boards, commissions, and committees. The City Administrator is responsible for hiring and supervising all municipal employees. The Administrator formulates and implements day-to-day policies and procedures for municipal operations and is directly responsible for creating and administering the annual municipal budget. The City Administrator oversees procurement, contracting, and personnel administration, working closely with the City Clerk on monthly financials and annual budgeting.
*City Clerk
The City Clerk position is appointed by the Board of Aldermen. The City Clerk's duties include keeping minutes of board meetings, preparing and administering oaths of office to the Board of Aldermen and other municipal officers. The City Clerk assigns bill numbers, ordinance and resolution numbers, and maintains records pertaining thereto. The City Clerk attests to the Mayor's signature on documents and countersigns all municipal expenditures. Our office handles numerous duties, including municipal business and liquor licenses, accounts payable/receivable/budgeting, and financial management. Additional responsibilities include water, sewer, and trash department administration, dog tags, cemetery deeds, and various daily tasks.
Please feel free to contact our office with inquiries; we will respond to your questions or direct you to someone who can provide assistance.
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