What’s New in Ozark | April 2026 Newsletter

 

Chadwick Flyer Multimodal Bridge April 2026   Events Calendar 3 First Friday Coffee 7:30 am | 604 N. 3rd Street 3 Last Day to Register for the Annual Limb Pickup! 3 Kids Day Off 7 am | Ozark Community Center Sign Up 4 Utopia Club Spring Market 9:00 am | Ozark Innovation Center 6 Board of Aldermen Meeting 6:30 pm | City Hall 7 Election Day 6:00 am - 7:00 pm 10 Kids Night In 5:30 pm | Ozark Community Center Sign Up  11 Community Conversation 9:00 am | Ozark Community Center 11 Spin Marathon 8:00 am | Ozark Community Center 15 Senior Bingo 3:00 pm | Ozark Community Center 16 Sisterhood in Success 11 am | First Baptist Church of Ozark Register for the Event 18 Spring Indoor Garage Sale 7:00 am | Ozark Community Center 20 Board of Aldermen Meeting 6:30 pm | City Hall 25 Showcase Ozark 9am - 3pm | Ozark Innovation Center Register Your Business 24 Kids Day Off 7 am | Ozark Community Center 27 Planning & Zoning Meeting 6:30 pm | City Hall Dear Resident,  On April 7, 2026, Ozark voters will decide whether to begin the process of seating a charter commission and drafting a city charter. If voters approve this first step, the completed charter would be placed on the April 2027 ballot. If approved at that time, Ozark would change its classification from a fourth-class city to a charter city.    Voting is an important responsibility, and we encourage everyone to take time to learn about the local issues on the April 7, 2026, ballot. These decisions will help shape the future of the City of Ozark.  A webpage has been created to be a helpful resource as you prepare to vote. We encourage you to review the information provided at the link below to stay informed regarding the charter commission process.  If you have questions or would like additional information, please email info@ozarkmissouri.org. A member of our team will be happy to follow up with you.  Thank you for being an engaged and informed voter.  ~Mayor Don Currence  Read the Ballot Questions Opening Celebration & Ribbon Cutting for the Chadwick Flyer Bridge The Chadwick Flyer Bridge is OPEN! We know many of you have been watching the progress and waiting patiently, and we're excited to welcome you out to enjoy this incredible new connection along the trail. Crews have stained, sealed, and applied an anti-graffiti coating. There are a few final touches still on the way, including angled panels and railing, but some temporary fencing has been installed so the bridge can safely open. You will notice a few brief closures as the final pieces are installed. See you on the trail!  See the Trail Progress Mark your calendars! The City of Ozark will host a ribbon cutting for the Chadwick Flyer Bridge over Highway 65 on May 14, 2026. This special event is open to the public, and we invite the community to join us in celebrating this exciting milestone. More details will be shared as we get closer to the date — we look forward to celebrating with you! Election Day is April 7! Ozark voters will see two questions related to a potential city charter on the April 7, 2026, ballot: whether a charter should be drafted and who would serve on a Charter Commission. If approved, the elected members would have approximately nine months to prepare a proposed charter. Any proposed charter would then return to Ozark voters for final consideration in April 2027. In Missouri, a charter city operates under a locally written charter, sometimes described as a city’s governing “constitution,” rather than relying solely on state statutes. A charter can outline how a city government is structured and how certain administrative and operational processes function. Residents can learn more about the charter process by visiting the Charter Commission Education webpage, which includes a list of Missouri charter cities, frequently asked questions, a sample ballot to view, and a link to the recorded public informational meeting held on March 24, 2026. Stay Informed on the Charter Commission Process Register for Pick Up Reduce Your Fire Risk During Dry, Windy Conditions Fire Prevention Steps Portion of E. Jackson St. Closing for Two Weeks The Garrison Springs Trail project is moving along well. The contractor is continuing stormwater improvements and extending the culverts as part of the next phase of work. To complete this portion of the project, E. Jackson St. will be closed for approximately two weeks, beginning at the N. 6th St. intersection. The closure started Monday, March 30, and is expected to remain in place through Monday, April 13.  If the closure ends early or needs to be extended, the City will share updates on social media. Thank you for your continued patience and support as we build infrastructure that makes it easier to walk, bike, and move throughout Ozark. We’re thrilled to see this exciting project being close to finished. Welcome to Ozark! Buffalo Wild Wings Go Now Open 1479 W. South Street Order online or in-store for pick up or delivery. Ozark Project Tracker Now you can check out the latest commercial, residential, and major projects with the City of Ozark's Project Tracker. Track a Project We Want Your Input! The City of Ozark has partnered with several Southwest Missouri agencies to develop the Christian County Hazard Mitigation Plan. A public survey is now available to gather community input on natural disaster risks and local concerns. Your input will play an important role in shaping county-wide preparedness efforts and improving our community’s ability to respond and recover from future disasters. The survey closes at 11:45 p.m. on April 19. No personal information is collected, and all responses are completely anonymous. Take the Survey Get Your CPTED Security Assessment Today! Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) focuses on preventing crime through smart, thoughtful design of the places where people live, work, and gather. Rather than reacting after problems occur, CPTED looks at how layout, lighting, landscaping, and building design can influence behavior and reduce opportunities for crime. The Ozark Police Department can provide a free CPTED Security Assessment for a home or business within the city limits of Ozark. The assessment will offer suggestions and recommendations to potentially deter crime. Fill Out the Request Form