Jefferson City Council to consider partnership for Truman Hotel demolition

JEFFESRON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ)

The Jefferson City Council at its Jan. 6 meeting will consider an agreement with the owners of the site of a former hotel to expedite its demolition, according to a Monday press release for the city.

The city’s potential agreement with Oracle Enterprises, Inc. outlines a plan to demolish the former Truman Hotel at 1510 Jefferson Street in early 2025, the release says.

The Historic Preservation Commission in November unanimously approved the application for demolition review of the Truman Hotel, according to previous reporting

The building was built in 1964 and has been called an “eyesore” by former city officials. The hotel has been vacant since 2015, according to the application, and was declared dangerous in 2020. The hotel was opened as a Ramada Inn.

Photos submitted in the application – which are dated from 2023 – appear to show hazardous conditions within the building, including mold, scrap, broken walls and debris.

"This issue has been a concern in our community for years,” Mayor Ron Fitzwater said in Monday’s press release. “This project is about more than just removing an eyesore; it’s about protecting our residents, supporting our public safety staff, and improving the impression visitors get when they pass through our city. This is a big step forward for Jefferson City.”