In partnership with the Southwest Missouri Council of Governments, Stone County will host three public listening sessions to gather citizen input. We would like to hear from community members about the existing Zoning Regulations and how they could be improved to better reflect the values and character of Stone County and its residents. This first session will be held at Crane Middle School.

These sessions are intended to provide residents, property owners, and business owners with an opportunity to share their experiences, concerns, and perspectives regarding existing zoning regulations and planning processes in Stone County. SMCOG will facilitate the sessions as a neutral third party, focusing on listening, understanding community values, and identifying areas where communication, clarity, or procedures may be improved.

The sessions are designed to help the County better understand community feedback and ensure that any future recommendations are informed by the voices of those who live and work in Stone County. SMCOG will also provide general educational information about the purpose of planning and zoning, and how these tools are commonly used by local governments. These listening sessions will be informal, come-and-go events with no formal presentations. Community members are encouraged to attend at any point during the two-hour window, as their schedules allow. For those unable to attend in person, an online questionnaire will also be available to provide input at StoneCountyListens.org