The bill proposes to repeal the existing section 67.652 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri and replace it with a new section that outlines the structure and appointment process for the regional convention and sports complex authority. The new section stipulates that the authority will consist of up to eleven commissioners who must be qualified voters and residents of the city or county. The bill modifies the number of commissioners that can be appointed by the chief executives of the city and county, reducing the number from three to two for city residents and increasing the number from three to five for county residents. Additionally, it mandates that the governor appoint five commissioners, including the chairman, with specific residency requirements. The bill also establishes the terms of service for the commissioners, with initial appointments having staggered terms of two, four, and six years. It specifies that no more than six commissioners can belong to the same political party and prohibits any elected or appointed officials from serving as commissioners. In the event of a vacancy, the original appointing authority is responsible for filling the position, and if not done within sixty days, the remaining commissioners can appoint a successor. Furthermore, the bill outlines the authority's ability to conduct business, including the requirement for a majority vote for binding actions and the disqualification of commissioners from voting if their respective appointing authority fails to meet financial obligations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced (6163H.01): 67.652