Regional Planning Commission

The Commission was created to facilitate the cooperative effort of its member municipalities and counties in solving problems and planning the developments.

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Business Incubator

The Business Incubator provides new and expanding businesses with economical space and services to help start-ups and growing businesses.

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Industrial Parks

The Ozark Foothills Regional Planning Commission features several industrial parks with the location, utilities, facilities and work force for any business.

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WELCOME TO THE OZARK FOOTHILLS!

The Ozark Foothills Region consists of five counties — Butler, Carter, Reynolds, Ripley and Wayne — and 16 cities located in scenic southeast Missouri.

From the sandy flatlands of extreme southeast Missouri to the beautiful foothills of the Ozark Mountains, you'll find this region has much to offer — including a strong workforce and pro-business community leadership. Residents enjoy the small-town atmosphere the area offers, as well as the many recreational opportunities available.

The region's modern, up-to-date health care facilities and ever-growing educational choices are dedicated to providing a quality of life usually associated with much larger urban areas.

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our latest news

City of Doniphan Formally Adopts “Doniphan 2027 Comprehensive Plan” to Guide Growth and Development Toward 2047 Bicentennial

DONIPHAN, MO — October 15, 2026 — On October 6, 2026, the Doniphan City Council formally passed Resolution #012, adopting the Doniphan 2027 Comprehensive Plan—a... 

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Join Our Team as a Community Development Specialist

Are you a highly organized and detail-oriented professional looking to make an impact? The Ozark Foothills Regional Planning Commission is seeking a dedicated Community... 

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City of Doniphan Adopts First-Ever Active Transportation Plan to Boost Safety, Health, and Connectivity

DONIPHAN, MO — October 15, 2026 — The City of Doniphan has formally adopted the 2027 Active Transportation Plan (ATP), marking a historic milestone in the communityâ€... 

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