Lexington Repair Forthcoming, Schedule Change Implemented for TTF6 Street Improvements

The City of Cape Girardeau will be switching gears slightly with the street improvement scheduling for the Transportation Trust Fund project proposed and renewed by voters in 2020 (TTF6). 

Sprigg Street Improvements from Shawnee Parkway/Route 74 to Southern Expressway were originally slated to be constructed in the 2023 construction season, with carry-over work potentially into the 2024 construction season, as is typical for the larger roadway improvements. Lexington Avenue from Carolina Lane to Sherwood Drive and Lexington Avenue from West Cape Rock Drive to Sprigg Street, were planned for the 2024 construction season and Bertling Street from Perryville Road to Big Bend Road was planned for the 2025 Construction season to complete the TTF6 major roadway improvements.

Due to noticeable deterioration of Lexington Avenue over the 2022-23 winter season, along with numerous citizen complaints, the City staff has decided to swap the 2023 Sprigg Street project with the 2024 Lexington Street Improvements.  Lexington Avenue from Carolina Lane to Sherwood Drive and Lexington Avenue from West Cape Rock Drive to Sprigg Street will now be constructed in 2023, possibly carrying over into the 2024 construction season.  The Sprigg and Bertling Street projects will be completed in 2024 & 2025.  The goal will be to get both projects designed and ready for construction and then evaluate the condition of each to prioritize.  If funding is available in 2024, the City may be able to move forward with both Sprigg & Bertling for the 2024 construction season.

Visit cityofcape.org/streets for a full list of street projects!

We are offering TWO citizen academies this season! One academy for the whole city, and one specifically with police! Learn more and apply at www.cityofcape.org

Nominations for 2023 Endangered Buildings List

The Cape Girardeau Historic Preservation Commission is still accepting nominations for its 2023 Endangered Buildings List.  The Commission first introduced the list in 2012 to promote awareness of buildings and structures in the community that, in the opinion of the Commission, have historic value and are believed to be at risk of being lost due to significant deterioration and/or imminent demolition. To obtain a nomination form, visit cityofcape.org/HPC or stop by the Planning Services Division at City Hall.  Completed nomination forms may be submitted by email to [email protected], or by mail to: Cape Girardeau Historic Preservation Commission, 44 North Lorimier Street, Cape Girardeau, Missouri 63701.  Nominations must include all of the following: 1) the building address or, if there is no address, an adequate description of the location; 2) an explanation of the building’s historic significance; 3) an explanation of why the building is endangered; 4) suggested actions that could be taken to save the building; and 5) at least one photo of the building in its current condition (PDF, JPEG or TIFF format only for electronic submissions).

The deadline for submitting a nomination is March 10, 2023.  The Commission will review the nominations on March 22, 2023 and adopt the list on April 19, 2023.  Both meetings are open to the public and will be held at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 44 North Lorimier Street (subject to change).

For questions, please contact the Planning Services Division by phone at (573) 339-6327 or by email at [email protected].

Coffee with Cops next Friday

Join us for our next "Coffee with Cops" event scheduled for Friday, March 3 from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. at Bi-State (612 S. Sprigg St.) No agenda or speeches, just a chance to ask questions, voice concerns, and get to know your officers that work hard to keep you safe! Listen to CGPD Public Information Officer Bobby Newton explain the purpose of this initiative in the posted video from last month's event! We hope to see you next week!

Reminders & Encores

Seven Ways to Get Involved in 2023!

The Cape Girardeau area has a lot of resourceful and generous residents and businesses giving back to the community to make it an even better place to live, work, and play for everyone! We've posted seven ways you can get involved including:

- Volunteering with Local Nonprofits
- Applying for Boards & Commissions
- Connecting in Your Neighborhood
- Litter Pickups
- Citizen Academy
- Community Emergency Response Training
- Contacting Your Local Elected Officials

Read more and find links to current volunteer roles at cityofcape.org

Proposed Recreational Marijuana Tax

Voters to decide April 4, 2023 on a 3% sales tax on recreational marijuana

Shall the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, impose a sales tax in the amount of three percent (3%) on all tangible personal property retail sales of adult use marijuana sold in the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri?

Missouri voters passed Amendment 3 to legalize recreational marijuana, and to give voters the option to tax the sales at 3%. Many other communities are also planning to put the tax on the April ballot.

- Only recreational marijuana shoppers would pay the tax
- Additional revenue is estimated to start at $153,660/year
- The money will be used for priorities set by the community and City Council in the General Fund supporting police, fire, streets, parks, and other services. Up to 25% could be earmarked each year for mental health and drug treatment and prevention, coordinated by the Police Department.

Top Online City Services You Can Use Now

Find it all at www.cityofcape.org or through these direct links below. Always call 911 for emergencies or use the Urgent Nuisance Hotline at 573-339-6311 for animals, noise, and parking.

Council
City Council agendas, notes, documentation, videos and contacts at cityofcape.org/council

CRIME MAP
View police department activity and register for alerts at cityofcape.org/police

- Crime Map

- Online Police Incident Reporting

- Anonymous Crime Tip Form, App, Phone, Text

Fire & Ems
View active and recent fire, rescue and emergency medical incidents at cityofcape.org/fire

Jobs
View job descriptions, pay rates, benefits, and apply at cityofcape.org/jobs

Laws & Policies
City Charter, Code of Ordinances, policies and more at cityofcape.org/law

More Maps
Public information map includes parcels, districts and more at cityofcape.org/mapping

Play Cape!
Find events and programs, register, and more at cityofcape.org/playcape
Our VisitCape tourism bureau also hosts a community-wide calendar

Report
Call 911 for emergencies, or text if you cannot call.
Call 339-6311 for urgent issues like animals, noise, or parking.
Report non-urgent issues like potholes and weeds at cityofcape.org/report

Utilities & Licensing
Water, sewer, trash/recycling payments online or free autopay

Not seeing a service you want to use? Contact us and we'll see what's available.

Reporting Potholes or Other Issues

Frigid temperatures and winter road response are tough on our local roads and we'll be hard at work to get to all the rapid repairs needed. You can still use our website to report potholes. We also offer...

Always call 911 for emergencies like threats to life and property
For urgent issues like animals, parking, and noise, call 573-339-6311
For other nuisances like trash, weeds, potholes, and property maintenance use our website  www.cityofcape.org/report
Police offers online incident reporting at cityofcape.org/police
An anonymous tipline is available in the app store, on the website, phone 339-6313, and by texting “CAPEPD” to 847411 with any message or tip.