Thank you to everyone that has been so gracious this holiday season by helping the City of Hollister fill our Mitten Tree. Our tree has been visited several times throughout this season, and we’ve collected many items to help our community members stay warm this winter. There is still time to help decorate the tree. It will remain in City Hall’s foyer until Friday, January 5th. Thank you again for supporting our collection of hats, mittens, gloves, and scarves this Christmas season.
The City of Hollister's Elected Officials and Staff would like to wish you and your families a very Merry Christmas! May your season be filled with joy!!
City Hall will be closed Monday, December 25th, in observance of Christmas. Please contact Public Works, 417-331-0624, for utility needs during this time.
The City of Hollister is currently accepting bids for our July 4th, 2024 Fireworks Show Shells. Specifications for the bid may be found at https://5il.co/2ber8 and further details may be obtained by speaking with Jeramie Brannon, Parks Director. Sealed bids will be accepted until 2:00pm on January 10th.
The Downing Street Christmas Tree was visited by your City of Hollister Finance Officer Suzy Whitney and her technology elf. She decided on a classic green and red, the prancing reindeer and a rotating collage of hats, ornaments and packages. Visit https://5il.co/2bdr0 to view a short video, or stop by Downing Street this holiday weekend to see it in person. Thank you to everyone that has supported our decoration refresh and wishing all a joyous holiday season.
This week having some fun at the Hulland Park Christmas Tree is our own, City Clerk, Bridget Epps. With the help of our technology elf, four designs were picked to celebrate the Christmas weekend. Stop by Hulland Park, or view a short video of them at https://5il.co/2bdqz, then let us know which one you enjoyed the most. Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas.
The filing period for candidates interested in appearing on the ballot for the April General Election for the City of Hollister will will close on Tuesday, December 26th, at 5:00pm. Further details may be found at https://5il.co/29xp3. Contact Bridget Epps, City Clerk at bepps@hollistermo.gov or 417-334-3262 for more information regarding requirements for filling.
As the holidays approach, Republic Services will have adjusted dates for their route pickup. Please see their schedule and plan as needed.
The City of Hollister Board of Aldermen will hold a regularly scheduled meeting this Thursday, December 21st. Please visit https://5il.co/2baco to view the agenda. Contact the City Clerk for more information.
The City of Hollister’s Park Board is requesting proposals for organizations to provide recreational programs for the residents of Hollister. Details regarding the requirements for proposals may be found at https://5il.co/2ba2e. Please contact Jeramie Brannon, Parks Director, for more information. Proposals are due on Tuesday, January 30th at 2:00pm.
Yesterday, City of Hollister’s Elected Officials and Staff Members joined Ye Old Wash House at their Laundry of Love event, helping serve Christmas dinner and hand out items collected from our mitten tree. Several times throughout the year, owner Kyle Reynolds opens the doors to provide free laundry and a warm meal. Reach out to Ye Old Wash House for more details and future Laundry of Love events.
If you shop at Harter House, you can donate to the Hollister Park’s Department by simply turning your receipt in to City Hall. The City of Hollister is a designated organization for the Harter House program that gives back to their community. Stop by or contact City Hall for more information.
The City of Hollister Park Board will hold a regularly scheduled meeting this Tuesday, December 19th. Please visit https://5il.co/2b18q to view the agenda. Contact the City Clerk for more information.
As the new year approaches, remember to renew your pet licenses. In the event your pet is lost, this helps us to return them back to their family. Visit City Hall by January 31st to avoid a late penalty.
Our partners at the Taney County Partnership, Jonas Arjes, Dennis Wiggins, and Jonas Tavares are joining us this week to pick the Downing Street Christmas Tree design. https://5il.co/2awg8 The Taney County Partnership is vital in assisting with Economic and Workforce Development in Hollister and throughout the Lakes Region. The City of Hollister would like to thank them for their continued support of our community and hope you enjoy their Christmas Tree selection on Downing Street!
This week, Hulland Park’s Christmas Tree was visited by Chief Chris Berndt, with Western Taney County Fire Protection District. The City of Hollister enjoyed turning over the controls and watching him pick this week’s design, https://5il.co/2avks. We are grateful for our partners at the Fire District and are proud to serve Hollister alongside them. Please join the City of Hollister in thanking them for their continued support and remember to stop by Hulland Park to visit our tree and celebrate the season with their design.
Water has been restored to south maple.
South maple st will be experiencing low water pressure as public works fixes water break. Will notify when water has been restored.
This Friday, December 15th, City Hall will be closed from 11:30am until 1:00pm for our annual associate Christmas lunch. Please contact Public Works, 417-331-0624, during this time with service interruptions. Thank you for allowing us the time to celebrate the season.
Corner of 2nd St and Elm St will be closed till the end of week. Will notify when road has been reopened. Also corner of 1st and Elm st will be down to one lane. Please you caution.