The Excelsior Springs City Council convened on July 21, 2025, at 6 PM for its regular meeting, beginning with an opening prayer led by Pastor Martin Clay, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. The meeting commenced with roll call, confirming the presence of all council members.

The council approved the minutes from the special meeting held on June 30, 2025, and subsequently adopted the agenda for the evening. The first significant item on the agenda was the consideration of a liquor license for The Springs restaurant located at 415 Saint Louis Avenue. Captain Robert Warner, acting in place of Chief Dole, confirmed that the applicant had met all necessary requirements, including obtaining approval from surrounding property owners. The council unanimously approved the liquor license.

Next, the council reviewed a similar application for Donniece's Deli at 1500 Kearney Road, which also received unanimous approval after Captain Warner confirmed compliance with all requirements.

The meeting then moved to a public hearing regarding a $3.53 tax abatement for the property at 328 East Broadway, formerly known as the Colonial Hotel. Laura Mize from the Community Development Department presented details of the proposed renovations, which include extensive interior and exterior work with an estimated investment of $476,626.80. The council opened the public hearing but received no comments, leading to its closure shortly thereafter. The council then approved the redevelopment agreement and tax abatement for the property.

Following this, the council considered the preliminary and final plat for Easley Farm Lots 1 and 2, which was also approved after a brief presentation by Community Development Director Mallory Brown.

The agenda continued with a resolution for a sanitary sewer connection and annexation agreement for a property at the Northeast Corner of Old Quarry Road, which received unanimous approval.

Parks and Recreation Director Nate Williams presented two resolutions: one for an agreement with the American Youth Soccer Organization for the fall season, which was approved, and another for a memorandum of understanding with Urban Trail Company to develop new single-track trails near the airport golf course. This MOU was also approved, marking a significant step in the development of recreational facilities in the area.

The meeting concluded with all agenda items addressed and approved, reflecting the council's commitment to community development and recreational enhancement in Excelsior Springs.