Maryville rebrand underway

Maryville Mayor John McBride takes over leading the City Council meeting after being appointed to the role. The Council remains largely unchanged after the recent elections, with incumbents Benjamin Lipiec, Bryan Williams, and Erin Allen being reelected. The city approved the Maryville Momentum 2045 plan and took steps to rebrand its image for the first time in 15 years. The rebranding initiative aims to improve communication, engagement, and economic development efforts, with St. Louis-based Locality Studio leading the project. The Fiscal Year 2026 budget includes $20,000 for the rebranding initiative, with a timeline set for completion by December.