City of Ava
City of Ava Proclaims May 10-16 as National Skilled Nursing Care Week
Mayor Kirk Pueppke presented the Heart of the Ozarks staff and administrator a proclamation where the city proclaims the week of May 10-16 as National Skilled Nursing Care Week. This year’s theme is “Moments in Bloom”, encouraging connections and nurturing of lives in skilled nursing facilities. We urge all citizens to visit a loved one,…
Read MoreAva Board of Aldermen Agenda for May 12 meeting
AVA BOARD OF ALDERMEN AGENDA 404 S JEFFERSON ST AVA, MO 65608 May 12, 2026 5:00 PM I. Call to Order: Mayor II. Roll Call of aldermen: III. Approve or Amend Agenda: IV. Approval of Minutes: April 28, 2026 V. Public address to the board: Proclamation-…
Read MoreSpring Clean-Up Week Returns May 4–8
Residents are reminded that the City will conduct its annual spring clean-up and leaf pick-up the week of May 4 through May 8. According to city officials, crews will collect items on the east side of town Monday and Tuesday, with west side pick-up scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday. All items must be placed at…
Read MoreBuzzing Into the Season: Bee Talk Set for Ava Farmers Market
The Ava Farmers Market will welcome its first guest speakers of the season this Saturday, May 2, offering visitors a chance to learn more about bees and beekeeping during the morning market. The market will be open from 8 a.m. to noon, with a special “Bee Hive Talk” scheduled for 10 a.m. in the gazebo.…
Read MoreCity of Ava | The Board of Aldermen | Agenda for Tuesday, 4-28
CITY OF AVA, MISSOURI THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN AGENDA 404 S JEFFERSON ST AVA, MO 65608 April 28, 2026 5:00 PM Call to Order: Mayor Roll Call of aldermen: III. Approve or Amend Agenda: Approval of Minutes: April 14, 2026 Public address to the board: Diana Middleton; Matthew Rowe Order of Business:…
Read MoreCity Leaders, Advocates Mark Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Ava
Ava Mayor Kirk Pueppke (left) signs a proclamation designating April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month while Brenda Lewis of Christos House (right) looks on. April has been officially proclaimed Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Ava, as city officials and local advocates work to raise awareness and support prevention efforts in the community. Mayor Kirk…
Read MoreWear Blue this Sunday: Go Blue Child Abuse Awareness Sunday
April 26 is Go Blue Child Abuse Awareness Sunday The Go Blue Child Abuse Awareness Committee asks people to wear blue on Sunday April 26 in recognition of those who are affected by child abuse. The idea is to promote awareness of how serious this problem is. The hope is that individuals and…
Read MoreAva Airport to Gain Weather System as Police Unit Targets Warrants
After Mayor Pueppke performed the swearing-in ceremony of City Clerk Welsh, Welsh performed the swearing-in ceremonies for all newly elected officials, as well as the approved nominations recommended by Mayor Pueppke. The Ava Board of Aldermen met April 14 at City Hall, certifying election results, approving agreements related to airport improvements and infrastructure, and…
Read MoreFrom Banquet Plans to Patriots Parade, Chamber Maps Out Busy Spring
The Ava Chamber of Commerce met Tuesday, April 14, at the Ava Lions Club, with Executive Director Judy Shields leading discussion on upcoming events, business updates and community initiatives. Shields highlighted the Chamber’s Spring Membership Banquet set for Saturday, April 25, themed around the 250th birthday of America. Members were encouraged to sponsor and decorate…
Read MoreCity of Ava Board of Aldermen Sets Agenda
CITY OF AVA, MISSOURI THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN AGENDA 404 S JEFFERSON ST AVA, MO 65608 April 14, 2026 5:00 PM Call to Order: Mayor Roll Call of aldermen: III. Approve or Amend Agenda: Approval of Minutes: March 24, 2026 Public address to the board: Josh Wilber, Buildco Order of Business: …
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