Waynesville Update: Fire Rating Upgrade and Community Announcements

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Mayor Sean Wilson delivers exciting news about Waynesville's improved fire protection rating from Class 5 to Class 4, potentially lowering insurance premiums for residents and businesses. The weekly update covers important community announcements including upcoming events, property maintenance reminders, and recognition of local business contributions.

• Fire protection rating upgraded from Class 5 to Class 4 thanks to St. Robert Fire Department's efforts
• Public hearing scheduled for August 12th at 5:30 pm regarding conditional use permits on Pearson Street
• Residents urged to maintain lawns and avoid placing signs in the traffic circle
• Back to School Extravaganza on August 9th offering free backpacks, supplies, groceries and services
• Bikers for Backpack School Supply Giveaway scheduled for August 16th from 5-7 pm
• Hopper's Pub celebrated as July's Business Spotlight for their 15 years of community service
• Heat safety reminder to stay hydrated and check on neighbors during high temperatures

We share the story of Pumpkin Fest passing to new leadership, honor local award winners, and walk through key council decisions on sidewalks, utilities, and annexation. We preview the WAG kickoff, student design proposals, Halloween safety, and Veterans Day plans.

• Pumpkin Fest legacy and new facilitator
• Community awards for Joanne and Brooklyn
• Halloween hours and safety guidance
• Application deadline and City Hall contact
• Resolutions including airport board reappointment
• Annexation of Rocky Dale Road
• Utility rate changes effective 2026
• TAP grant phases for sidewalk improvements
• Rezoning request on Rocky Dale and Lyle Curtis did not pass
• WAG meeting launch for cultural heritage projects
• Missouri S&T student design concepts and briefings
• Veterans Day parade time and location

We will meet at the St. Robert Municipal Parking lot at 11 a.m., with the parade kicking off at around 11:30 a.m., followed by the opening ceremony