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Special Council Committee of the City of Nixa, Missouri Meeting

June 1, 2021 · Nixa, MO
Source: RRRSPECIAL COUNCIL minutes (PDF, 2 pp)
Retrieved May 13, 2026 from www.nixa.com ↗
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Attendees

Darlene Graham (Special Council Committee Member)
Jarad Giddens (Special Council Committee Member)
Shawn Lucas (Special Council Committee Member)
Jimmy Liles (City Administrator)
Nick Woodman (City Attorney)
Joe Campbell (Police Chief)
Garrett Tyson (Planning and Development Director)
Elizabeth Gibson (Deputy City Clerk)
Greg Anderson (Citizen)
Heath Emerson (Citizen)
George Reeve (Citizen)
Ron Sanders (Citizen)
✓ Present: 12/12

Decisions

#Council Bill #2021-044

APPROVED Unanimous

#Strike line 91

APPROVED Unanimous

Agenda Items

#None

Ordinance regarding chickens

Discussion of enclosure requirements and enforcement for backyard chickens.

Public Comments

6 speakers
Greg Anderson · Topic: Chickens and enclosure requirements

Anderson asked for clarification on setbacks and enclosures for backyard chickens.

Heath Emerson · Topic: Animal control and smell issues

Emerson asked about animal control addressing chicken-related smell issues.

Heath Emerson · Topic: Educational information and classes

Emerson suggested providing educational information and classes for citizens on chicken care and enclosure requirements.

George Reeve · Topic: Bird flu and health concerns

Reeve expressed concerns about the bird flu and its potential impact on human health.

Ron Sanders · Topic: Enclosure definition and size

Sanders asked about the definition and size requirements for chicken enclosures.

Joe Campbell · Topic: Enforcement and education

Campbell discussed the city's approach to enforcing chicken ordinances, focusing on education and best practices.