Festus City Council Showdown: Rick Belleville & Robert Venz on Data Centers and the Future of Festus | JeffCo Patriot Radio [Ep 57]

This week on Jeffco Patriot Radio, we bring you a full conversation with Festus City Council candidates Rick Belleville and Robert Venz.We dive into why they’re running, what they believe the council has done right (and wrong), and the growing debate over data centers and the petition effort to let voters weigh in. From transparency and economic development to accountability and leadership style, this episode lays out clear contrasts for Festus voters.If you live in Festus or care about local government in Jefferson County, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss. air date: feb 15 2026