AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoLocal Rail Revival: Kirkwood’s historic Train Station renovation ($5.7M) is on track for a Sept. 15 grand reopening, funded by public donations plus state and federal grants. Cannabis & Zoning: Elevate Cannabis is pushing Shrewsbury’s first recreational dispensary at 7590 Watson Rd., but it needs ordinance and rezoning approvals and would add about $1.6M in annual tax revenue. Energy & Storm Recovery: After July 4 storms, thousands remain without power around the Lake of the Ozarks; Ameren warns restoration could take multiple days, while Osage City limits access until power returns. Utilities & Rates: Ameren Missouri filed for an electric base rate increase request, and Missouri lawmakers are also debating how to keep energy affordable and reliable. Data Centers Under Fire: Springfield approved a 120-day pause on large data centers to study impacts on power, water, wastewater, noise, and air—while Missouri politics heats up over tax breaks and transparency. Gas Prices Watch: GasBuddy reports show regular and diesel prices easing in parts of Missouri in the week ending June 27. Labor: LiUNA Local 955 plans to picket MU Health Care after June layoffs, pressing for bargaining and living-wage demands. Public Safety: A suspected swatting call sparked panic at a Bolivar Walmart; police later confirmed no shooting occurred.
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