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Traffic Tickets Recommendations The Assistant Prosecutors will give recommendations in traffic cases for those who are represented by an attorney licensed to practice in Missouri. Once our office receives your e-filed entry from Court on a case, we will forward a recommendation to your office via email that is on file for your office. Please be sure we have your current email address that you wish to receive this recommendation. There is NO need to mail us a copy of your entry! sitors understand the context and background. Insurance Tickets If you have received a ticket for Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility or No Proof of Insurance, and you were properly insured on the date of the ticket, please bring a copy of the ticket along with your ORIGINAL insurance card that shows coverage for the date you received the ticket to our office to resolve your ticket. Your ticket will be dismissed if you have provided all the proper documentation. Declaration page of the policy is not accepted. If you obtained insurance after the date of the ticket, please bring in the ticket or copy of and original insurance card. Once you receive the proper paperwork from our office, you will go directly over to court to pay the fine and court cost. The ticket will not be dismissed due to obtaining insurance after the offense date. Traffic cases are heard in the Associate Circuit Court on Wednesday of each week.

Common Questions Below are the answers to questions that we commonly receive General Common Questions Road Maintenance Common Questions about how roads are maintained. Read More Driveways Common Questions if you have a driveway attached to a County road. Read More Bridges Common Questions about bridges on County roads. Read More Winter Weather Common Questions about how roads are maintained during winter weather. Read More About Us The Highway Department is responsible for in excess of 785 miles of road and the associated right-of-ways as well as the 163 bridges and numerous drainage structures throughout Franklin County. Routine and preventative maintenance includes applying gravel to rural roads, asphalt and concrete patching and sealing, roadside ditching, vegetation control, and bridge maintenance and repair. Traffic services provided include street name signing, regulatory signing, and snow and ice control. It is also responsible for 110 trucks and pieces of heavy equipment. The Highway Department Office is responsible for initiating, monitoring, and completing capital improvement projects related to Franklin County’s transportation network. The projects are funded by a one-half cent sales tax that was approved by voters in 1982. If you would like to ask a question or report a problem, send us an email. Do I need a Permit? Building a road that attaches to a County Road or installing utilities in a Right-of-Way? Click Here. Road Conversion Policy Contact us if you would like to receive a copy of the Franklin County Road Conversion Policy. Public Notices The following Public Notices are available. Contact us for a copy. Proposed Bridge Project on St. John’s Creek Road Bridge Road Blocked? If you see a tree down, flooded road, or other problems call (636) 583-6361 . After hours, weekend or a holiday? Contact the Sheriff's office at (636) 583-2567 . Highway Department 400 E Locust Room 003A Union, MO. 63084 Phone: (636) 583-6361 Jim Grutsch, Highway Administrator email: jgrutsch@franklinmo.gov Michelle Patke, Administrative Manager email: mpatke@franklinmo.gov Office Phone: (636) 584-6264 Amy Jackson, Office Assistant

MOVANS Domestic violence is a pattern of physical, emotional, verbal, and/or sexual abusive behaviors that adults or adolescents use against their partners. Domestic violence occurs in intimate relationships where the perpetrator and the victim are currently or previously have been dating, living together, married or divorced, or have children in common. Domestic violence is a crime, and it should to be accorded the same prosecution efforts as any other violent offense. Communities and the justice system have a critical interest in reducing the prevalence of domestic violence, particularly because such violence tends to escalate in frequency and severity if unchecked. In addition to holding criminals accountable for their conduct, there are other significant reasons that underscore the importance of a diligent response to domestic violence from members of the criminal justice system. Prosecution of offenders in domestic violence cases can protect the victim from additional acts of violence, reduce children’s exposure and possible injury, deter the abuser from committing further acts of violence, and reinforce a community’s refusal to tolerate domestic abuse. Missouri Office For Victims Of Crime (MOVANS) MOVANS will tell you if an offender is in jail and will give you other important custody information. MOVANS will also let you leave a phone number where you want to be called automatically when that offender is released, transferred, or has a change in court date. What You Need To Do: Call 1-866-5-MOVANS from a touch-tone phone and follow the directions. If the offender is in jail or has a court case pending, you can leave your phone number to be called when they are released or when a scheduled court event occurs. Enter the phone number where you want to be reached, including area code, followed by the pound (#) key. When MOVANS asks, make up and enter a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN) that will be easy for you to remember. MOVANS will ask for the PIN when it calls you. When MOVANS calls, listen to the message, and then enter your PIN when asked. Entering the PIN lets MOVANS know that you got the call, and will stop the service from calling you again. The Missouri Statewide service includes offenders in county jails and court event notification. DO NOT depend only on MOVANS or any other single program for your protections. Make MOVANS part of your safety plan. Custody status notification includes release, escape and transfer. Callers may also choose to register to receive an automated call about upcoming court dates. The offender will not know you are registered with MOVANS. Domestic violence is a crime! Domestic violence is a crime, and it should to be accorded the same prosecution efforts as any other violent offense. Communities and the justice system have a critical interest in reducing the prevalence of domestic violence, particularly because such violence tends to escalate in frequency and severity if unchecked. In addition to holding criminals accountable for their conduct, there are other significant reasons that underscore the importance of a diligent response to domestic violence from members of the criminal justice system. Prosecution of offenders in domestic violence cases can protect the victim from additional acts of violence, reduce children’s exposure and possible injury, deter the abuser from committing further acts of violence, and reinforce a community’s refusal to tolerate domestic abuse. Domestic Violence Domestic violence is a pattern of physical, emotional, verbal, and/or sexual abusive behaviors that adults or adolescents use against their partners. Domestic violence occurs in intimate relationships where the perpetrator and the victim are currently or previously have been dating, living together, married or divorced, or have children in common.

Applications and Information Common Requests Fees Contact Planning and Zoning for the most recent list of fees. Planning and Zoning Commission Click here to learn more. Land Use Regulations Contact Planning and Zoning for copies of the regulations. Board of Zoning Adjustment Click here to learn more. Franklin County Master Plan Click here to learn more. Procedures Applications We will accept sketch plan applications and supporting documentation by email. After we have confirmed receipt of your application and provided a file number, you may call to pay with a credit card (fees for credit cards are $1.55 for any transaction $60 and under, and 2.50% for all transactions over $60). Plats We will accept draft plats and supporting documentation for review by email as well. Once they have been approved, the final (signed) plats can be submitted to our office in person, or by mail. Electronic Payments Paying for Electronic Submittal by Credit Card: If we do not receive payment within five business days of assigning the file number, the application will be rejected and sent back to the applicant. GIS Data Contact the Planning and Zoning Department with the details of your request. We will forward the request to the County Commission. If approved, a cooperative agreement will be sent that will need to be signed. Once the agreement is signed and returned, a Commission Order will be executed allowing us to send the data. Once the Commission Order is approved, payment will need to be paid to the Planning and Zoning Department and then the data will be sent. Note from the Assessor Due to staffing and technical issues, changes in recorded legal descriptions after January 1, 2025 will be reflected in the 2026 assessment. This will include splits, combinations, new parcels, new subdivisions, etc. About Us The Franklin County Planning and Zoning Department's mission is to provide professional service to support the present and future citizenry of Franklin County. Services are to be provided in a responsible, cooperative manner while working with others in achieving protection of our public, private, and natural resources. We are responsible for regulating a variety of planning activities in unincorporated areas, including land divisions, lot-line adjustments, zoning districts, address assignments, road naming, and floodplain administration. Related to these activities, we handle the process of surveys and subdivision plats, rezoning requests, conditional use permits, zoning enforcement, requests for variance from zoning regulations, and flood plain development permit requests. Contact Planning and Zoning Planning Director Nichole Zielke Zoning Enforcement Officer Anthony Cromer GIS Map Technician Rochelle Bailey Drake Petrunich E911 Addressing Coordinator Deron Eudy The Planning & Zoning Department is currently experiencing staffing issues, as well as an extremely heavy workload due to a variety of projects, applications, and other issues. Please be patient as we work through some unprecedented times, and trust that we will take this experience to better shape future departmental operations. We may not be able to respond to requests asking for updates on the review process, as we try to streamline the process and conserve our time. 400 E. Locust St. Room 006 Union, MO 63084 Phone (636) 583-6369 Email Us Amendment Requests The public may request that amendments be made to the Franklin County Unified Land Use Regulations. These requests are reviewed by the Planning & Zoning Commission for a recommendation and then reviewed by the County Commission for a decision. You will need to request a copy of the General Application Form . Appeals (Board of Zoning Adjustment) Decisions made by the Planning & Zoning Commission, the Planning Director, and the Zoning Enforcement Officer can be appealed to the Board of Zoning Adjustment (BOZA). You will need to request the following two forms. The Appeal Application Form is needed to start the process. The Applicant Information Form must be completed and submitted with the Appeal Application Form. Conditional Use Permits (CUP) You will need to request the following two forms. The General Application Form is needed to start the process. The Applicant Information Form must be completed and submitted with the Appeal Application Form. Conditional Use Permit Process A Conditional Use Permit (CUP) is a permit issued by the Franklin County Planning & Zoning Commission that authorizes the recipient to make use of property in accordance with the requirements of the regulations, as well as any additional requirements imposed by the Planning & Zoning Commission. The applicant must first fill out the General Application Form. This form is available in the Planning & Zoning Office (open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.). Once the applicant has filled out the General Application Form, they must submit it to the Planning & Zoning Office along with the General Warranty deed, a sketch plan of the property, the Applicant Information Form, and a fee of $650.00 at least thirty (30) days prior to the next regularly scheduled Planning & Zoning Commission meeting (held the third Tuesday of every month). Along with the application, the Planning & Zoning Office would like to receive as much information about the proposed activity as possible. The more information that is provided, the smoother the hearing will be. Please note that, as each situation is unique, the Planning & Zoning Department and/or the Planning & Zoning Commission may require more information to be submitted. When the application is received, it will be reviewed by Planning & Zoning Staff and added to the agenda for next available Planning & Zoning Commission meeting. After it has been reviewed by Planning & Zoning Staff, public notices will be sent to the property owners within six hundred (600) feet of the property, notifying them of the public hearing. In addition, a notice will be placed in the newspaper. At the Public Hearing, the Planning & Zoning Commission will hear the testimony of the applicant as well as anyone else in favor of the application. Next, they will ask for testimony of those opposed to the application. The application may be moved to “Unfinished Business” and voted on the same night. If the application is not moved to Unfinished Business that night, it will be Unfinished Business at the following month’s Planning & Zoning Meeting. The Planning & Zoning Commission will vote on whether or not to approve the CUP and which conditions, if any, will be imposed. Fireworks (Seasonal) Temporary Seasonal Fireworks stands are permitted in certain districts in Franklin County (see Article 7 of the Land Use Regulation). Please see Article 17 of the Land Use Regulation for a list of all items that are required to be submitted with the application form. Because the application fee is based on the date that a COMPLETE application is submitted to our office (missing none of the required items), we recommend submitting the application at the beginning of May to allow ample time for processing and review. Contact Planning and Zoning for copies of the required forms and copies of the Land Use Regulations. Fireworks Application Form - This is the application required to begin the process. If applying as a business rather than an individual, we will require documentation showing the signer’s authority to sign on behalf of the business. Fireworks Application Instructions - Instructions on how to apply for a permit to sell Fireworks. Applicant Information Form - This addendum must be completed and submitted with the Fireworks Application Form. Driveway Access Statement - This form is required if using an existing already-approved commercial entrance. Floodplain Development in the floodplain may require review by the Franklin County Floodplain Administrator and the outside contracted engineer. Review times on Floodplain applications may take longer review times. All of the forms required are located on the state website here . SEMA Floodplain Development Permit Application - This is the application required to begin the process. If applying as a business rather than an individual, we will require documentation showing the signer’s authority to sign on behalf of the business. FEMA Elevation Certificate - If the SEMA Floodplain Development Permit Application is being completed in conjunction with the construction or placement of a structure, an Elevation Certificate will also be required and must be completed by an engineer. FEMA Confirmed LOMAs/LOMRs - June 6, 2020 Medical Hardship Agreements Information regarding qualifications for a Medical Hardship Agreement can be found in Article 10, Section 231 of the Land Use Regulations. Contact Planning and Zoning to get a copy of the Land Use Regulations. The forms below are required. Contact Planning and Zoning for copies of these forms. Temporary Medical Hardship Application - This is the application required to begin the process. Please note the five pieces of information listed at the top of the form that are required upon submittal. If applying as a business rather than an individual, we will require documentation showing the signer’s authority to sign on behalf of the business. Applicant Information Form - This addendum must be completed and submitted with the Temporary Medical Hardship Application. Medical Marijuana Medical Marijuana cultivation, manufacturing, dispensaries, and testing facilities are permitted in certain districts in Franklin County (see Article 7 of the Land Use Regulations). For a copy of the regulation contact the Planning and Zoning Department. A Zoning Permit/Verification is for anyone wishing to receive verification of the zoning district of a specific property, as well as anyone wishing to receive verification that a specific use is permitted. Zoning Verification (Medical Marijuana) - This is the application required to begin the process. Please note the two pieces of information listed at the top of the form that are required upon submittal. Contact the Planning and Zoning Department for a copy of this form. Rezoning Requests General Application Form - This is the application required to begin the process. Please note the four pieces of information listed at the top of the form that are required upon submittal. If applying as a business rather than an individual, we will require documentation showing the signer’s authority to sign on behalf of the business. Please contact the Planning and Zoning department for a copy of this form. Justification for Rezoning - This form must be completed and submitted with the General Application Form. Please contact the Planning and Zoning department for a copy of this form. Rezoning Request Process - A brief article explaining the Rezoning Request application and review process. Rezoning Request Process If a property owner wants to change the current zoning of their property, they must submit a Rezoning Request. A zoning change requires two separate public hearings – one before the Planning & Zoning Commission and one before the County Commission. The Planning & Zoning Commission will vote to either recommend approval or denial of the application. The County Commission will then make the final decision. The applicant must first fill out a General Application Form. This form is available at the Planning & Zoning Office (open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.). Once the applicant has filled out the General Application Form, they must submit it to the Planning & Zoning Office along with the Justification for Rezoning application supplement, the Applicant Information Form, a copy of the general warranty deed of all affected properties, a sketch plan of the properties, a legal description of the properties (if different than the legal description found in the general warranty deed), and the fee of $750.00 at least thirty (30) days prior to the next regularly scheduled Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting (held the third Tuesday of every month). Please note that, as each situation is unique, the Planning & Zoning Department and/or the Planning & Zoning Commission may require more information to be submitted. When the application is received, it will be reviewed by Planning & Zoning Staff and added to the agenda for the next available Planning & Zoning Commission meeting. Public notices will be sent to the property owners within six hundred (600) feet of the property. In addition, a notice will be placed in the newspaper. At the Public Hearing, the Planning & Zoning Commission will hear the testimony of the applicant, as well as anyone else in favor of the application. Next, they will ask for testimony of those opposed to the application. The application may be moved to “Unfinished Business” and voted on the same night. If the application is not moved to Unfinished Business that night, it will be Unfinished Business at the following month’s Planning & Zoning Meeting. The Planning & Zoning Commission will vote to make a recommendation to the County Commissioners in favor of the rezoning or against the rezoning. The upcoming Planning & Zoning Commission meeting agendas are posted on our website at franklinmo.gov. The final decision for a rezoning must be made by the County Commission, no matter what the Planning & Zoning Commission recommends. There will be a public hearing before the three County Commissioners. Notices will again be sent to those within a 600-foot radius of the property and a notice will be placed in the newspaper. It is not typical for the County Commissioners to make a decision the day of the public hearing. Their decision will generally take place at one of their regular Tuesday morning meetings. The upcoming County Commission agendas are posted on our website at franklinmo.gov. The result of the final decision will be mailed to the applicant. Second Dwelling Agreement Information regarding qualifications for a Second Dwelling Agreement can be found in Article 10, Section 231 of the Land Use Regulations. Copies of the Land Use Regulations are available on request from the Planning and Zoning Department. Second Dwelling Agreement Application - This is the application required to begin the process. Please note the four pieces of information listed at the top of the form that are required upon submittal. If applying as a business rather than an individual, we will require documentation showing the signer’s authority to sign on behalf of the business. Applicant Information Form - This addendum must be completed and submitted with the Second Dwelling Agreement Application. Special Occasion Permits (SOP) Special Occasions are permitted in certain districts in Franklin County (see Article 7 of the Land Use Regulations) and require a Special Occasion Permit (SOP), which is reviewed by the Planning Director. Copies of the Land Use Regulations and the necessary forms are available from the Planning and Zoning Department. Special Occasion Permit Application Form - This is the application required to begin the process for all special occasions. In addition to submitting the General Warranty Deed for any property involved, please see Article 10, Section 237 (E) of the Land Use Regulations, for a list of information that should be submitted. If applying as a business rather than an individual, we will require documentation showing the signer’s authority to sign on behalf of the business. Applicant Information Form - This addendum must be completed and submitted with the Special Occasion Permit Application Form. Subdivisions and Land Divisions and Adjustments To create a subdivision or divide existing parcels, contact the Planning and Zoning Department to get the required forms and permits. Subdivision Application Form - This form must be completed for land divisions or adjustments. Applicant Information Form - This addendum must be completed and submitted with the Subdivision Application Form. Road Sign Request - All road names must be approved by the Franklin County Addressing Authority. Escrow Form (with instructions) - This form is only completed when Escrow is required or requested. Escrow Release - This form is used to request a release of the Escrow. Subdivision Vacations Subdivision plats may only be vacated with the approval of the County Commission. Information regarding qualifications and the vacation process can be found in Article 8 of the Land Use Regulations. To get a copy of the Land Use Regulations or the required forms, please contact the Planning and Zoning Department. Plat Vacation Form - This is the application required to begin the process. Please note the four pieces of information listed at the top of the form that are required upon submittal. If applying as a business rather than an individual, we will require documentation showing the signer’s authority to sign on behalf of the business. Applicant Information Form - This addendum must be completed and submitted with the Plat Vacation Form. Temporary Mobile Storage Allowed in all districts, for a period not to exceed one (1) year, in conjunction with a valid building permit. For copies of the required forms of the Land Use Regulations, please contact the Planning and Zoning Department. Temporary Mobile Storage Application Form - This is the application required to begin the process. Please note the four pieces of information listed at the top of the form that are required upon submittal. If applying as a business rather than an individual, we will require documentation showing the signer’s authority to sign on behalf of the business. For more information see Article 10, Section 231 of the Land Use Regulations. Applicant Information Form - This addendum must be completed and submitted with the Temporary Mobile Storage Application. Variances (Board of Zoning Adjustment) Requests for variances from requirements in the Franklin County Unified Land Use Regulations are reviewed by the Board of Zoning Adjustment (BOZA). For copies of the forms, please contact the Planning and Zoning Department. Variance Application Form - This is the application required to begin the process. Please note the four pieces of information listed at the top of the form that are required upon submittal. If applying as a business rather than an individual, we will require documentation showing the signer’s authority to sign on behalf of the business. Applicant Information Form - This addendum must be completed and submitted with the Variance Application Form. Wireless Support Structures Please note: New towers and Tower Zoning Permits are prohibited from being submitted electronically due to sets of plans being required. General Application Form - This is the application required to begin the process for all tower permits. Please see Article 19 of the Land Use Regulations for a list of information that should be submitted with each type of permit, in addition to the items listed on the form. Except in the case of a Zoning Permit, we will require documentation showing the signer’s authority to sign on behalf of the business. Applicant Information Form - This addendum must be completed and submitted with the General Application Form, except when applying for a Zoning Permit. Tower Application Supplement - This form must be completed and submitted with the General Application Form, only when applying for a Zoning Permit. Witness Reports Anyone who witnesses a violation of the Unified Land Use Regulations and wishes to report such activity can do so by contacting the Planning and Zoning Department. Contact Us for the Witness Report Form Zoning Permits/Verifications A Zoning Permit/Verification is for anyone wishing to receive verification of the zoning district of a specific property, as well as anyone wishing to receive verification that a specific use is permitted. If the verification is for a Medical Marijuana facility, please see Medical Marijuana (above). General Application Form - This is the application required to begin the process. Please note the four pieces of information listed at the top of the form that are required upon submittal. Please contact the Planning and Zoning Department for a copy of this form. Geographic Information System (GIS) GIS integrates hardware, software, and data and is used to capture, store, analyze and display information or data identified by location. Data and Maps are stored as layers of information which makes it possible to perform complex analyses. Franklin County uses this software to maintain property information. GIS can relate unrelated information by using location and is a major tool used in dispatching and emergency services. You can now access our GIS Maps online with this link. To reach one of our GIS Map Technicians, please call the Planning & Zoning Department at (636) 583-6369 .

Information for potential candidates for elected office. This section was prepared as a courtesy to prospective candidates and to the public. Candidates are responsible for researching the full requirements and responsibilities of the particular office they seek. First day for Candidate Filing for August Primary Election- February 24th Last day for Candidate Filing for August Primary Election-March 31st You will find there are many rules and regulations in running a campaign for public office. Missouri Law requires candidates to file certain forms at certain times, so we have prepared this information sheet to assist you in combing through the enclosed forms and pamphlets. The following is a brief description of the articles enclosed in this folder and the time frame in which they are to be filed. Guide to Ethics Laws 2022 – A Plain English Summary (by Missouri Ethics Commission) This book pertains to exactly what the title indicates, “Summary”, and would be beneficial to you as it points out pertinent information needed in a campaign. Financial Disclosure Statement for Political Subdivisions This form is probably the most important form you are required to complete at this time. It pertains to any personal financial dealings you have had with the county, other than paying your taxes. You can find out more about this form in the Guide to Ethics Laws 2022. You are only required to fill out the front page of this report and file your statement with the Missouri Ethics Commission AND the Elections Division of the County Clerks office. If you do not file this form by the April 12, 2022 deadline, Ethics can fine you $10.00 per day until it is received. If you do not have it filed by the April 19, 2022 deadline, you can be disqualified and your name can be REMOVED from the ballot. The previous form deals only with personal financial disclosure, not to be confused with campaign finance disclosure, which we will discuss now. Campaign Finance Committee Registration Packet This packet has a Statement of Committee Organization along with an Electronic Filing Agreement. As a candidate you are obligated to follow certain campaign regulations, one of which is the amount of money spent or received on behalf of your campaign. If you receive a contribution which exceeds $325.00, from a single contributor, you are required to form a committee. In most cases this is a “Candidate Committee”. This form must be filed with the Missouri Ethics Commission and the Elections Division of the County Clerks Office and should be filed as soon as possible - but no later than 30 days before the election. Along with the original committee organization report that you send to the Missouri Ethics Commission, you must also send the completed Electronic Filing Agreement so that you may submit all future reports electronically with the Ethics Commission. If you do not reach these thresholds, then you must register as an EXEMPT CANDIDATE. 2022 Campaign Reporting Disclosure Dates This calendar will assist you to comply with the deadlines for filing the proper forms. Refer to the election date to find the date that forms are to be filed. All forms may be found at the Missouri Ethics Commission website – www.mec.mo.gov , under Campaign Finance, and then Forms. Following is a list and brief description of the forms most commonly used – all of which may be printed from the Missouri Ethics Commission website. mec.mo.gov Committee Disclosure Report Packet: During any reporting period, if the aggregate amount of contributions received or the aggregate amount of expenditures made by the committee exceeds $500.00, or no single contributor contributed more than $325.00 during the reporting period, the committee must complete the Committee Disclosure Report Packet. Some forms in this packet may not need to be completed, depending on the activity in the committee during the reporting period. Statement of Limited Activity: If neither the aggregate amount of contributions received nor the aggregate amount of expenditures made by the committee exceeded $500.00, then the committee may file the Committee Statement of Limited Activity in Lieu of Disclosure Report. All expenditures and contributions made during this period must be reported on the next full report. 24 Hour Notice of Late Contribution/Loans Received: This form is for reporting contributions in excess of $250.00 that are received within 11 days of the election pursuant to Section 130.050.3 RSMo. These contributions must be included in subsequent committee disclosure reports. Termination Statement: When the committee’s final report has a balance of “$0.00”, then the committee may terminate by filing this statement. As previously stated, this is just a list of the most commonly used forms. There are several other forms that you may need that are listed on the Ethics website (mec.mo.gov ), along with other helpful information we feel will be very beneficial to you. Therefore, please take time to check their website for more information on campaign rules and regulations, as well as the section titled “FAQ’s”. We have scheduled a Campaign Financial Disclosure Seminar for Wednesday, April 25, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. to be held in the training room located on the second floor of the Franklin County Government Center. We will cover completion of forms, as well as electronic filing. We invite all candidates and/or the Treasurer of their Committee to attend this seminar. If you are planning on attending this seminar, please visit the Missouri Ethics website at mec.mo.gov/training to get signed up. Or, you can register for one of their on-line “Webinars” (an information sheet on this is included with this packet). If you have any questions or need help filling out your reports, please call the Missouri Ethics Commission at (800) 392-8660 or the Elections Division of my office at (636) 583-6364 . You may also contact us via e-mail at vreg@franklinmo.net.

Municipalities City of Berger Town of Charmwood City of Gerald Village of Leslie Village of Miramiguoa Park City of New Haven Village of Oak Grove City of Pacific Village of Parkway City of St. Clair City of Sullivan City of Union City of Washington About Franklin County Missouri Franklin County was separated from St. Louis County and established in 1818, and is named after founding father, Benjamin Franklin. The county seat was originally in the village of Newport, but was permanently moved to the City of Union in 1825. Nestled in the east central portion of Missouri, Franklin County provides a unique environment for the style of living that anyone would desire. Franklin County is a suburban county of the St. Louis metropolitan area that provides both rural and urban living opportunities for approximately 100,000 residents. Among the 922 square mile area of Franklin County one can still find cattle and row crop farms on the outskirts of its communities. Franklin County also welcomes many visitors during the mild weather months for a variety of attractions. The Robertsville State Park and Meramec State Park, among many private recreational businesses, provide opportunities to camp, fish, and float along the scenic Meramec River. Communities in Franklin County also offer a great deal of tourist possibilities for events such as fairs, festivals, and entertainment. Explore Franklin County

The Victim Advocate provides the following services Notification when charges are issued Assistance in filing a restitution request when applicable Assistance writing a victim impact statement for sentencing Information about the criminal justice system Accompaniment to court for hearings, trials, pleas, and sentencing's Notification of hearings, trials, pleas, sentencing's Informing victims of their rights Assistance filing for Crime Victims’ Compensation if applicable Referrals to appropriate social service agencies Being the liaison between the prosecutor and the victim If you are a Victim If you move or have a change in address or phone number at any time you need to contact this office and provide the new information. This is needed to keep you informed of court dates, are able to reach you for a trial, and to make sure you get your restitution (if applicable). If at anytime you do not understand what is happening or why, or have any questions at all, call Franklin County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, (636) 583-6370 . Make the phone call, you as the victim, are an important part of this system, and you should understand how it works and what is going on. Helpful Contacts Missouri Victim Automated Notification System (MoVANS) This is an automated notification system that allows a person to register against an offender. Then if the offender is going to be released from jail the victim (person registered) will get an automated phone call letting them know this information. I can register someone over the phone also. 1-866-5-MOVANS (866 ) 566-8267 ) Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) St. Louis Region, 10521 St. Charles Rock Road, Ste. 1,St. Ann, MO 63126 (314) 426-1595 Missouri Victim Assistance Network (MoVA) Casenet You can find current court dates and case information through this website. It is as up-to-date as the court clerks are. Office of Victims of Crime (OVC) Missouri Department of Corrections (MDC) Victim Services Unit, 1511 Christy Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65101 (573) 526-6516 The Board of Probation and Parole (P & P) (636) 583-8933 Crime Victims’ Compensation Fund (CVCF) (573) 526-6006 / (800) 347-6881 Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) ALIVE (alternatives to living in violent environments) for victims of domestic/family violence (636) 583-9863 or (800) 941-9144 United Way This is a service through the United Way to help put people in touch with the services they need in the area in which they are staying. 211 or (800) 427-4626 Children's Advocacy Center (CAC) (636) 586-1806 106 N. Mill St, Festus, MO 63028 Victim Services Crime victims have rights throughout the criminal justice system, see Missouri Revised Statutes chapter 595 for more information www.moga.state.mo.us/statutes/chapters/chap595.htm The right to be present at all criminal justice proceedings at which the defendant has the right to be present The right to be informed of trials and hearings The right to be informed of the defendant’s escape or release from custody The right to participate in the criminal justice proceedings without being discharged/disciplined by an employer The right to appear at a sentencing and make an oral or provide a written statement

About the LEPC Local Emergency Planning Committees (LEPCs) are crucial to the success of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act. Appointed by State Emergency Response Commissions (SERCs), local planning committees must consist of representatives of all of the following groups and organizations: elected state and local officials; law enforcement, civil defense, firefighting, first aid, health, local environmental, and transportation agencies; hospitals; broadcast and print media; community groups; and representatives of facilities subject to the emergency planning and community right-to-know requirements. In Missouri, the SERC is known as the Missouri Emergency Response Commission (MERC). The LEPC's initial task was to develop an emergency plan to prepare for and respond to chemical emergencies. EPA's list of extremely hazardous substances can provide the focus for setting priorities. Because the LEPC's members represent the community, they are be familiar with factors that affect public safety, the environment, and the economy of the community. An emergency plan must include the identity and location of hazardous materials, procedures for immediate response to chemical accidents, ways to notify the public about actions they must take, names of company contacts, and schedules and plans for testing the plan. The MERC reviews the plan and the LEPC must test the plan through emergency exercises and update it at least annually. The LEPC has other responsibilities besides developing an emergency response plan. It receives emergency release and hazardous chemical inventory information submitted by local facilities, and must make this information available to the public upon request. To obtain facility information from the Franklin County LEPC, interested persons must write the committee at 3 Bruns Lane, Union, MO 63084, stating the nature of their request. The LEPC charges a nominal fee for this service. LEPCs have the authority to request additional information from facilities for their own planning purposes or on behalf of others. LEPCs can visit facilities in the community to find out what they are doing to reduce hazards, prepare for accidents, and reduce hazardous inventories and releases. LEPCs can take civil actions against facilities if they fail to provide the information required under the act. In addition to its formal responsibilities, the LEPC serves as a focal point in the community for information and discussions about hazardous substances, emergency planning, and health and environmental risks due to hazardous substances. Citizens can expect the LEPC to reply to questions about chemical hazards and risk management actions. An LEPC can most effectively carry out its responsibilities as a community forum by taking steps to educate the public about chemical risks, and working with facilities to minimize those risks. However, an LEPC's ability to improve the safety and health of its community is only as effective as the support it receives from an informed and active citizenry.

Right to Know Act Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act (EPCRA) In 1986, Congress enacted the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) in an effort to enhance community awareness of and planning for the potential danger posed by hazardous chemicals. On December 4, 1984, a cloud of methyl isocyanate gas, an extremely toxic chemical, escaped from a Union Carbide chemical plant in Bhopal, India. More than 2,500 people lost their lives. Tens of thousands more were injured, some suffering permanent disabilities. Americans asked: "Could it happen here?" A chemical release in West Virginia shortly after the Bhopal tragedy, though not nearly as serious as Bhopal, made the question even more urgent. Even before 1984, there were groups trained to deal with chemical emergencies at the federal, state and local levels -- the National Response Team, Regional Response Teams, state and local response teams, and others. But there was no mandatory national program, nor were there comprehensive state and local programs everywhere in the country to deal with chemical accidents. The Environmental Protection Agency established the voluntary Chemical Emergency Preparedness Program (CEPP) to raise state and local awareness of the potential for accidents involving extremely hazardous substances and to foster development of state and local emergency plans. At the same time, the Chemical Manufacturers Association (CMA), an industry group, set up a voluntary program called Community Awareness and Emergency Response (CAER). The CAER program encourages plant managers to become more involved in their plant's operations and participating in local emergency planning. Environmental and labor groups became more active in working toward local and national legislation to protect against chemical accidents. More than 30 states passed laws (some before Bhopal) giving workers and citizens access to information about hazardous. More than 30 states passed laws (some before Bhopal) giving workers and citizens access to information about hazardous substances in their work places and communities. There were differences in these laws, but most required reporting of toxic chemical releases and the presence of hazardous substances. In some cases, that information is made available to the public. With these and other efforts in mind, Congress enacted the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act. The law makes many of these voluntary programs mandatory. The federal law does not preempt states or local communities from having more stringent or additional requirements. It requires that detailed information about the nature of hazardous substances in or near communities be made available to the public. The law also provides stiff penalties for companies that do not comply, and it allows citizens to file lawsuits against companies and government agencies to force them to obey the law. Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act contains four major provisions: Planning for chemical emergencies Toxic chemical release reporting Highlights Of The Law Emergency Planning (Sections 301-303): Governors appoint state Highlights Of The Law Emergency Planning (Sections 301-303): committees (LEPCs). LEPCs develop local emergency response plans and review them at least annually. Facilities (businesses, manufacturers, etc.) notify SERCs and LEPCs if they have extremely hazardous substances present in excess of "reportable quantities" and participate in emergency planning. Emergency Release Notification (Section 304): Facilities notify SERCs and LEPCs immediately of accidental releases of hazardous substances in excess of "reportable quantities" and provide written reports on actions taken and on medical effects. Hazardous Chemical Reporting (Sections 311 - 312): Facilities submit material safety data sheets (MSDSs) or list of hazardous chemicals on-site (above "threshold quantities") to SERCs, LEPCs, and local fire departments. SERCs and LEPCs make hazardous chemical information available to the public. Toxic Chemical Release Reporting (Section 313): Covered facilities submit annual reports on yearly toxic chemical release to states and EPA. EPA establishes a national toxic chemical release inventory based on facility reports. State and EPA make release information available to the public and communities. EPA makes the information accessible on a national computerized database and by other means. Trade Secrets (Section 322): Facilities may claim chemical identity information trade secret, but must substantiate the claim. Trade secret information may be disclosed to health professional for diagnostic, treatment, and prevention purposes. Citizens may challenge trade secret claims by petitioning EPA. Penalties and Citizen Suits (Sections 325 - 326): The government may assess civil and administrative penalties of $10,000 to $75,000 per day against facilities that fail to comply with the above provisions. Anyone who knowingly and willfully fails to provide emergency release notification is subject to $50,000 in fines or five years in prison. The SERC, LEPC, or the state or local government may initiate actions against facility owners or operators for failure to comply with Title III requirements. Citizens may initiate civil actions against EPA, SERCs, and facility owners and operators for failure to comply with the law. Anyone who knowingly and willfully discloses trade secret information may face penalties up to $20,000 and/or one year in prison. State may sue EPA for failure to provide trade secret information.

Common Highway Questions How do I get my road paved? Franklin County will not be maintaining or taking over the maintenance of private roads and/or subdivisions. If you have a question about a County-maintained road being paved, please call the office at (636) 583-6361 . When do you grade the Roads? Roads are graded on a rotation basis unless an emergency due to weather conditions arises. What are the blue street name signs? Blue street signs are for roads that are not maintained by Franklin County, these are privately owned and maintained roads. For information on blue street signs or privately maintained street signs, please call our Planning and Zoning Department at (636) 583-6369 . How do I vacate a road? Contact the County Clerk at (636) 583-6355 . How is the right-of-way measured? Most of the county road right-of-ways are measured from the center of the existing road surface. But with more and more surveys and subdivisions being done, the right-of-way is being established by pins and corners and more exactly defined. How do I report a pothole? Please call (636) 583-6361

Ways to Pay Taxes There are several ways to pay your taxes. Online - Click Here - and follow the instructions on the web page that will open. Phone - Call (877) 690-3729 . Use Jurisdiction Code 3570. Visit the Collector's Office and pay by Check or Cash. Mail a check to the Collector using information provided on the bill that was mailed to you. About the County Collector The Franklin County Collector of Revenue is responsible for the collection and distribution of current and delinquent taxes for County and 64 other taxing entities within Franklin County. In addition to collecting taxes for real and personal property, the Collector also collects levee, railroad, and utility taxes, along with issuing merchant's and manufacturer's licenses. There will be a nominal convenience fee charged for these services. County Collector Contact Doug Trentmann 400 E Locust Room 103 Union, MO 63084 (636) 583-6353 collector@franklinmo.gov Pay my Taxes On-Line Get a Copy of my Tax Receipt Change my Address Senior Tax Relief Application Status