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St. Francois County government serves residents, businesses, and visitors throughout the county from offices and facilities located primarily in Farmington, Missouri. Officially organized in 1821, the county is governed by a three-member County Commission responsible for county finances, budgeting, road operations, security, courthouse management, and other county business.
County offices provide a wide range of essential public services. Departments include the County Commission, County Clerk, Assessor, Collector of Revenue, Recorder of Deeds, Treasurer, Auditor, Circuit Clerk, Prosecuting Attorney, Public Administrator, Sheriff’s Department, Emergency Management, Road and Bridge Department, and St. Francois County Health Center.
Residents can access services related to voter registration, elections, property assessment, property tax payments, marriage licenses, land and property records, court records, building permits, county maps, law enforcement, emergency preparedness, road and bridge maintenance, public health, and county employment opportunities.
The county’s official website offers convenient access to office directories, contact information, public notices, meeting schedules and videos, tax payment resources, election information, job openings, bid opportunities, road announcements, and other helpful resources. Public County Commission meetings are generally held each Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. at the County Annex.
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Driving Directions : The courthouse and annex are located in downtown Farmington at North Washington Street and West Liberty Street near the public square.
Business Hours : Mon–Fri: 8AM–4PM | Sat–Sun: Closed | Closed on legal holidays | Hours may vary by department. | The Circuit Clerk’s office is open until 4:30PM
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