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Frequently Asked Questions

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1. Airport: Do you offer any commercial or charter flights?

Not at this time. We are a general aviation airport used by business jets and small privately owned aircraft.

2. Airport: What are your current fuel prices?

We strive to remain competitive on our fuel pricing. We are known nation-wide for having the best prices in the Midwest. Our prices are reported and updated at AirNav.

3. Airport: Do you have any hanger space available?

There is currently no hanger space available. Please contact the airport to get your name on our waiting list. Enclosed T-hangers lease for $175 per month. Hanger dimensions are 42 feet wide, 36 feet deep and the door clearance height is 12 feet.

4. Airport: Can I lease some land to build my own hanger?

Yes. We have many sites available. Call or come by and we can discuss your needs.

5. Airport: How may I contact the airport?

Chuck Graves is manager of the Neosho Hugh Robinson Memorial Airport. Contact him at 417-451-8098 or email.

6. Auditorium: How do I book the Civic Auditorium?

Call Nancy Tomlinson who can be reached at 417-451-8050 or email.

7. Auditorium: Do I have to rent the entire building?

No, the building can be rented by sections. The Main Room, the East Wing and the West Wing can all be rented individually or in combination.

8. Auditorium: Are there kitchen facilities available?

Yes, there is a full commercial grade kitchen in the Civic available at no extra charge.

9. Auditorium: Are there stage audio and lighting available?

Yes, there is a sophisticated audio and lighting system available for use with your rental, but a city employee must be employed to run the equipment.

10. Auditorium: Are there other rental venues available?

Yes, we also have the Lampo Center located at 500 East Spring Street, 3 blocks east of the Historic Downtown Square. This building has a maximum occupancy of approximately 700, is equipped with tables, chairs, a commercial kitchen, ice maker and restrooms. As with all our rentals, a rental agreement with the minimum payment of the deposit is required for booking.

11. Auditorium: How long before I will receive my deposit?

All refunds will be submitted to Finance on the beginning of each week for the preceding week. Refunds are returned by check to the address provided on the rental agreement. This process will take from a week to 14 days.

12. Can I view the maps of the proposed buy out zones?

Yes, please access the links below to view each zone:

• Zone 1 (PDF)
• Zone 2 (PDF)
• Zone 3 (PDF)
• Zone 4 (PDF)
• Zone 5 (PDF)
• Zone 6 (PDF)
• Zone 7 (PDF)

13. Water: When is my water bill due? What happens if I can't pay on that date?

Water bills are due by the 15th of each and every month. These bills represent the previous month's usage. If payment is not received by the 15th of the month, notices will be sent out on the first working day following the 15th. This notice will include the original amount and a 12% late fee assessed on the water and sewer portion only. Services may be cut off as early as the 22nd of the month for non-payment.

Once shut-off occurs an additional fee of $10 for water and $10 for sewer services is assessed before these services can be restored. These fees only apply to the services supplied.

14. Finance: What is the current city sales tax?

The city sales tax is currently 8.85%.

15. Finance: What does the city sales tax consist of?

• 4.225 % State of Missouri Sales Tax
• 1.625% Newton County Sales Tax
• 3.000% City of Neosho Sales Tax

16. Finance: What is the city's property tax rate?

The City of Neosho's property tax rate is currently $.3639 per $100 of assessed valuation.

17. Finance: What other types of revenues does the city collect?

In addition to the sales tax, the city collects franchise fees, business license and permit fees, municipal court fines, motor vehicle and gas taxes, and taxes on sales of cigarettes.

18. Police Department: How do I report a crime or speak to a Police Officer?

If you have an emergency, call 911. For non-emergency, or to speak with a Police Officer, you can call our Central Dispatch Center at 417-451-8000, and press 0 to speak to a dispatcher. This number is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

19. Police Department: How do I obtain a copy of a police report?

Contact our Records Division during normal business hours at 417-451-8012.

20. Police Department: How do I obtain a copy of an accident report?

Accident reports are available online on our website at Accident Reports.

21. Police Department: Where can I get an order of protection or ex-parte?

You must contact the Newton County Circuit Clerk's Office at 417-451-8257. This office is located in the Court House Building on the Neosho Square.

22. Police Department: How do I request a Criminal Records Check for myself?

All criminal records checks must go through the Missouri State Highway Patrol.

23. Police Department: I received a ticket, where do I go to pay it?

If you received a Municipal Court ticket, you will need to call the court clerk's office at 417-451-8007 or go to the Neosho Municipal Court page.