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City of Cape Girardeau

401 Independence Street
573-339-6320

Mission Statement :
The City of Cape Girardeau is a community rich in history and pride. As a city government, we will continue to strive for excellence to improve the overall quality of life for our community. To accomplish our mission, it is essential to:
-Provide a safe and secure community environment.
-Provide the highest quality customer services to the community with equality and fairness.
-Retain highly motivated and qualified employees committed to fulfilling community expectations.
-Encourage and embrace innovative ideas and concepts.
-Provide responsible stewardship of tax revenues.
-Create an atmosphere that will promote, develop, retain, and encourage economic development.
-Invest in neighborhood vitality and sustainability.
-Encourage a sense of community through civic partnerships and citizen involvement.

Recent News

City of Cape Girardeau - Voter Reg. Deadline, Maps And App For Crimes/Emergencies, Citizen Academies Start Soon

Last Day to Register to Vote April 4 is March 8 How do I register to vote? In order to register to vote in Cape Girardeau County, residents must complete a voter registration application. This can be done online, by mail, or in-person.…

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City Of Cape Girardeau News - February 24, 2023

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…

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City of Cape Girardeau News - January 25, 2023

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…

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City of Cape Girardeau News - January 18, 2023

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…

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City Of Cape Girardeau News - December 21, 2022

Winter Weather Advisory & Wind Chill Warning Dangerously cold wind chills and wintry precipitation are expected this week. Stay alert to the developing forecast from your preferred local provider or National Weather Service. Before any winter…

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City of Cape Girardeau News - December 13, 2022

Upcoming Service Holidays Many offices will be closed for observed holidays while recreation facilities will keep independent schedules. We are thankful for all workers on duty or on call over the holidays! -CHRISTMAS EVE Friday, December 23…

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City of Cape Girardeau News - November 16, 2022

Urgent Need - Give Blood Our next blood drive event at City Hall at 44 North Lorimier Street from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. They have 29 appointments remaining as of publication. Long sleeved gray t-shirts while supplies last! This type of blood donation…

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