Missouri Agricultural and Small Business Development Authority
PO Box 630
Jefferson City, MO 65102-0630
Phone: (573) 751-5624
Fax: (573) 522-2416
Email: Tony.Stafford@mda.mo.gov
Website: http://mda.mo.gov/abd/financial/
Director: Tony Stafford
Details on Board or Commission
Authority: RSMo 348.020
Department: Agriculture
Mission:
The Missouri Agricultural and Small Business Development Authority makes capital available to Missouri farmers, particularly independent producers; agribusiness; and small business at competitive interest rates on a scale to make a major impact.
Function:
The Missouri Agricultural and Small Business Development Authority reviews and approves loan applications for the authority's programs, and sets policy and direction related to operation of the authority.
Subcommittees: none
Details on Meetings
Number of meetings: 12 meetings
Location of meetings: Jefferson City
Duration of meetings: 4 hours
Preparation time for meetings: 1 hour
Total time commitment: 4 hours
Details on Members
Total members: 8
Appointed members: 7
Term length: 5 years; one reappointment allowed
Compensation: Members receive reimbursement for realized and necessary expenses.
Member Requirements: No commissioner appointed by the governor shall serve more than two consecutive full terms.
Political Requirements: yes, not more than 4 members may be members of the same political party
Geographic Requirements: no
Senate Consent Required: Yes