AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoJackson County Tax Relief: Jackson County Executive Phil LeVota signed an order delivering property tax credits to more than 200,000 taxpayers, aimed at correcting assessment errors from 2023 and 2024 and limiting the hit to schools and local jurisdictions. Linn County Court Case: An infant death case in Linn County has been certified to Division I after a judge ruled the parents must face felony jury trial; arraignments are set for Sept. 1. Utilities & Rates: Missouri American Water is seeking a St. Louis County rate boost tied to higher bills, with an average increase cited in coverage. State Infrastructure: MoDOT approved a major 2027-2031 transportation improvement plan, including dozens of projects across Mid-Missouri counties. Local Construction Impacts: Springfield will close the Commercial Street and Robberson Avenue intersection July 6-9 for stormwater, roadway and sidewalk work, with businesses staying open. Data Center Backlash: A zoning-notice rule is cited as a key reason a major planned AI data center campus was withdrawn, underscoring growing community pushback. Travel & Small Business: Small businesses in tourist areas report more Americans taking domestic trips—road trips and day excursions—amid higher airfares and gas prices. Heat & Air Travel Disruptions: Holiday travel is being hit by severe weather and FAA ground stops, with major airline hub cancellations and diversions reported.
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