News Releases

On Tuesday, April 1, 2025, the intersection of S. Grand Ave. and Clinton Rd. will be closed to through traffic from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Heavy equipment and workers will be present in the roadway during this period working on a water main replacement project. Residents living in the area will need to coordinate…

The Arbor Day event will begin at 4:00 p.m. at the Sedalia Animal Shelter, 2420 S. New York Ave., with Mayor Dawson reading an Arbor Day proclamation followed by a self-guided walk of the trails used by the shelter to help exercise the animals under its care. This year the funds obtained from the Missouri…

Due to recent rain the City of Sedalia will be lifting the burn ban. Recreational fire pits are again authorized to be used. The Sedalia Fire Department still would like to urge the community to use caution when burning and to never leave a fire unattended. Please remember any burning of brush piles still require…

Due to forecasted winds and little rain, the City of Sedalia is being placed into a burn ban. There shall be no open burning or use of recreational fire pits until further notice.

The City of Sedalia received a letter from the Missouri Department of Natural Resources (MO DNR) regarding the composition of materials found in the demolition of several residential properties. We appreciate the feedback and are committed to addressing the identified issues promptly and responsibly. Sedalia, like many other Missouri cities that demolish unsafe structures, continually…

The City of Sedalia is proud to celebrate its 16th consecutive year as a Tree City USA community. This prestigious designation, awarded by the Arbor Day Foundation highlights our commitment to maintaining a healthy and sustainable urban forest. By achieving this status, the City of Sedalia has demonstrated excellence in: In order to become a…

Beginning on Monday, March 10, 2025, the contractor TB Dozing and Excavating, LLC will begin the project of replacing the water main piping along S. Grand Ave. from W. 20th St. to W. 24th St. The project is expected to be completed in 100 days. During this first week of the project start-up, workers and…

Our community thrives when our homes and streets are safe, inviting, and well cared for. However, when a property is left to deteriorate to the point of collapse, it becomes more than just an eyesore – it becomes a danger. Crumbling structures can attract crime, create safety hazards for children, and lead to health concerns…

Two additional projects will begin work utilizing the Paul Bruhn Historic Revitalization Grant. Projects at 113 East Fourth Street and 506-510 South Ohio Street received approval from the National Park Service to begin their scope of work. The building at 113 East Fourth Street will have restorative tuckpointing to the exterior walls. 506-510 South Ohio…

Due to inclement weather, this road closure has been extended.  Beginning on Mon., Mar. 3, 2025 and continuing to Fri., Mar. 21, 2025, S. Beacon Ave. from W. 11th St. to W. 14th St. will be closed intermittently to through traffic from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  Heavy equipment and workers will be in the…