Council Meeting Minutes
10/10/2022

The meeting began promptly at 6pm.
Pat Casey led the Assembly with the Pledge of Allegiance. A quorum was established by roll call. Aldermen Ray, Steffen and Hazelrigg were present. Alderman Mikulich was absent.
The Consent Agenda was passed by a vote of 3-0.
Seeing no business from the floor, the Mayor presented five ordinances to the Council.
All passed unanimously by votes of 3-0.
#4582 authorized payment to Ace Pipe Cleaning, Inc. for work completed on storm water structures.
#4583 authorized the release of proceeds and interest to Mr. Jerry Elliot.
#4584 authorized payment to Landmark Dodge for a 2022 Dodge Durango to be used by the Sugar Creek Police Department.
#4585 approved an agreement between the City of Sugar Creek and Mid-America Regional Council Solid Waste Management District for Sugar Creek residents to participate in household hazardous waste collection events throughout 2023.
#4586 authorized payment to Microman Industries for purchase and installation of equipment to be used in the 2022 Dodge Durango.

The Mayor mentioned several events he attended since the last Council.
Alderwoman Hazelrigg thanked Public Works for the great cleanup job at the south end of Willow.
Alderman Steffen presented a check for $1000 from the KC Disc Golf Club after their fundraiser on October 1.
Mr. Casey wanted everyone to know that the Community Pot Luck is at noon Tuesday at Mike Onka Hall and that the Craft Show is 10/15 from 9am to 4pm at Mike Onka Hall.
Chief Soule stated a new dispatcher has been hired but the department still needs one more.
Mr. Cary informed everyone there will be a planning and zoning meeting on Thursday, 10/13.
Mrs. McGhee asked for permission to announce one Council Meeting in November, 11/14 and one Council Meeting in December, 12/12.

Seeing no further business and no need for a Closed Session, the Mayor asked for a motion and second to adjourn. Motion was approved, 3-0 and the meeting adjourned at 6:14pm.

Next Council Meeting
Monday 10/24
6:00pm
Live & Zoom

Parks & Rec Activities

October 

10/12
8:00am         Walking Club
5:30pm         Zumba

10/13
10:30am       Chair Chi

10/14
8:00am         Walking Club

10/15
9:00am         Sweetest Little Arts and Crafts Show
Onka Hall

Arts & Craft Fair Updates
Do you like making gifts, crafts and Fall decor?
Do you like looking at gifts, crafts and Fall decor?
Do you like buying gifts, crafts and Fall decor?

Then, You Are In Luck!
Here Are Two Local Opportunities In The Month Of October.

October 15
9am - 4pm
Free to the Public
Mike Onka Hall   

October 22
10am - 4pm
Grace Church
1915 N. Liberty
Independence, Mo 64050

We Want Your Opinion

A volunteer group is working on a vision and strategy to advance economic and community evelopment  in Sugar Creek.
The effort is being led by experienced professionals and they're looking for your thoughts and ideas to help the community thrive economically and improve overall quality of life.
Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts in an online survey by clicking on this link.
To keep the process rolling we're gathering responses until October 15th.
Thank you!

This november's election is unlike any previous mid-term election. Please, make sure you ARE Registered To Vote, that you know where to vote and that you exercise your constitutional right to vote on the issues you believe in.

Are You Ready To Vote On November 8, 2022?

Be Sure To Get Registered Before October 12!

One Days Left
To Make Sure You Can Vote
On 11/8!

For More Information Go To:
www.jcebmo.org

Centennial Celebration

The Centennial Action Committee met last night after Music Bingo to discuss moving forward with plans for the 100-year celebration.
The general feeling was there is too much concern about community health to have a celebration in 2022.

The next Music Bingo is 11/2 at 6:30pm at Mike Onka Hall.
After Music Bingo, let's meet again for a short meeting to discuss Spring activities leading up to the final collection of items for the time capsule and the sealing of the time capsule with the stone marker some time next year.

Covid Information

Monkeypox in EJC

Monkeypox cases in Jackson County remain very low. Plus, vaccines are now available for those at high risk!

Need to catch up? Our monkeypox FAQ covers local testing, vaccines, and more.

October Republic Trash And Yardwaste Pickup

The next Trash and Yardwaste pickup day is Friday 10/14

October Trash And Yardwaste Pickups
Will Be The Following Fridays: 14,21,28

Now that we are officially in the -berrrrr months, celebrate by dining in or ordering take-out at your favorite Sugar Creek Restaurant.

Enjoy!

Kema's Bakery   816-886-6536
Tues-Fri 8:00 - 13:00 (That's 1pm!)  

Kross's               816-254-9494

Peking Express    11330 E. US 24 Hiway

Sugar Inn              816-461-0078

Sterling Bowl        816-252-2111

Taco Bell      11120 E. US 24 Hiway  

National Days In October

October 12

National Bring Your Teddy Bear to Work Day -

In 1902, American President Theodore Roosevelt refused to shoot a bear cub while hunting in Mississippi.
This incident made national news.
Clifford Berryman published a cartoon of the event in the Washington Post on November 16th, 1902.
The caricature became an instant classic.

The Berryman cartoon of Teddy Roosevelt and the cub inspired New York store owner Morris Michtom to create a new toy. Morris Michtom wrote President Roosevelt to ask permission to name the new toy a “Teddy Bear.”

National Farmer's Day 

National Savings Day 

National Gumbo Day

October 12 Birthdays!
Hugh Jackman - Movie Actor
Kirk Cameron - TV Actor
Lara Trump
King Edward VI
Luciano Pavarotti - Opera Singer

Funny Fall Jokes!

Q:   What did the poker-playing farmer say?
A:   WEED 'em and REAP!

Q:   Where does a stand-up comedian
who got a degree in agriculture work?
A:   He got a job on a funny farm!

Q:   What is the best way to harvest an A-MOND tree?
A:   You shake the "L" out of it!

Q:   What rock group is a grain harvester's favorite band?

Look for the answer below.

New Finance Department Software Allows You To Pay Online!

Our new online payment system is live!
Pay your utility bill online at

https://www.municipalonlinepayments.com/sugarcreekmo/utilities .

To make a payment or set up an account, you will need your account number and the amount of your last payment.
Setting up an account will also give you access to your consumption and account history, as well as the ability to sign up for electronic billing.
Please contact City Hall for assistance at 816-252-4400.

A:   Hall & Oates.