Please remember to renew your pet licenses for 2026. It is also a great time to register your dog or cat for the first time. Pet licenses help us return your lost pet. Please remember to bring proof of rabies vaccination for your pet's license. Contact City Hall for more information, 417-334-3262.
The City of Hollister team is prepping for the upcoming winter weather. In an effort to assist with snow removal, please remove trash cans and have vehicles when possible parked off the street. Please check road conditions before you travel. We would also like to remind homeowners that during colder temperatures, dripping your kitchen or bathroom faucets and leaving under sink cabinets opened help to prevent water lines from freezing.
The City of Hollister is excited to share that Officer Micheal Ellersick has been promoted to the rank of Corporal with our Police Department. Corporal Ellersick joined the team in June of 2023 and looks forward to this new opportunity. Chief Stirewalt stated, “Corporal Ellersick has taken on the role as our field training officer and assisting with fleet maintenance and control. He started the FBI Trilogy courses having completed the first phase with plans to begin the second phase soon assisting his growth in leadership. We look forward to him learning from this new role as he continues to serve the Hollister community.” Please join the City in congratulating Corporal Ellersick.
Please join the City of Hollister in celebrating our new Deputy City Clerk, Lisa Hart. Ms. Hart joined the City of Hollister in May of 2013. She has served our community in the administrative department, and if you’ve been to City Hall, you have probably met her. Ms. Hart shared,” I am thrilled to step into the role of Deputy City Clerk and am so grateful for the opportunity to contribute to our City and support the community I call home.” Thank you, Ms. Hart, for your dedication to Hollister and congratulations on your new role.
As we look towards our first winter weather event, please take time to prepare for forecast changes throughout the weekend. The City of Hollister team will work to remove snow and treat icy spots as weather permits. Please be aware of the priority listing for streets included with this message. In an effort to assist with snow removal, please remove trash cans and have vehicles when possible parked off the street. Please check road conditions before you travel. We would also like to remind homeowners that during colder temperatures, dripping your kitchen or bathroom faucets and leaving under sink cabinets opened help to prevent water lines from freezing.
The City of Hollister's Board of Adjustment is looking for their next member. If you are interested in serving your community and would like to learn more, please visit https://5il.co/25p84 to view the requirements for this volunteer position. Contact Kathy, kknight@hollistermo.gov for more information.
Please use caution on your morning commute as area roads may be slick.
The City of Hollister's Board of Adjustment will meet this Wednesday, January 21st at 6:00pm at City Hall. Please visit https://5il.co/3tfek to view the agenda. Contact our City Clerk, bepps@hollistermo.gov for more information.
Congratulations to City Administrator Lamar Patton on his work anniversary with the City of Hollister. Thank you for your continued service to our community.
The City of Hollister's Park Board will meet Tuesday, January 20th at 6:00pm at City Hall. Please visit https://5il.co/3tfek to view the agenda. Contact our City Clerk, bepps@hollistermo.gov for more information.
At the Board of Aldermen meeting last night, January 15th, the Board confirmed the appointment of Mr. Lamar Patton to City Administrator. Mr. Patton is honored and excited to continue his almost ten years of service to the City of Hollister. Visit https://5il.co/3tfak to view the full news release.
The City of Hollister's Planning Commission is accepting applications for a new member. If you are interested in serving Hollister, please visit https://5il.co/25p87 to view the details of this volunteer position. Contact Kathy, kknight@hollistermo.gov for more information.
City Hall will be closed on Monday, January 19th, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Please contact Public Works 417-331-0624 during this time for immediate assistance with your utility.
The City of Hollister's Board of Aldermen will hold their regularly scheduled meeting this Thursday, January 15th at 6:00pm at City Hall. Visit https://5il.co/3tdk3 to view the agenda. Please contact our City Clerk, bepps@hollistermo.gov for more information.
Please remember to renew your pet licenses for 2026. It is also a great time to register your dog or cat for the first time. Pet licenses help us return your lost pet. Please remember to bring proof of rabies vaccination for your pet's license. Contact City Hall for more information, 417-334-3262.
The City of Hollister's Planning Commission will meet this Tuesday, January 13th at 6:00pm at City Hall. Visit https://5il.co/3tbrj to view the agenda. Please contact our City Clerk, bepps@hollistermo.gov for more information.
The City of Hollister invites you to join us in celebrating 27 years of service to the community as Chief Preston Schmidt prepares to retire. We are grateful for Chief's continued dedication to Hollister, and hope you are able to join us.
Thank you to our community for donations on our Mitten Tree this season. We collected gloves, mittens, scarves and hats to help those keep warm this winter season. We are grateful for the support of our residents and businesses, and look forward to sharing your generosity with Hollister.
The City of Hollister is requesting proposals from interested recreational programs for youth, adults, seniors and families in Hollister. Please contact our Parks Director, jbrannon@hollistermo.gov for specifications for submitting proposals. Requests for proposals will be accepted until Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 2:30pm to Hollister City Hall.
Repairs on the Knox well have been completed. Thank you for your patience