The Boonville City Council approved a development agreement for senior housing at the former Kemper Military School during its meeting on Monday, August 21.

City Administrator Kate Fjell stated the housing would be for age 55 and older and the council was excited about the proposed development.

The agreement is with Kemper Apartments, LLC.

In other news, the council approved suspension of the open container prohibition for the Sippin’, Strollin’, Rockin’ and Rollin’ event to be held on Saturday, September 30.