Brentwood public meetings in 2021

Board of Aldermen

The Brentwood Board of Aldermen will hold a regular meeting on December 20, 2021, with a second reading of the 2022 annual budget ordinance, new ordinances for a Charter Communications fiber optic relocation at 8000 Manchester Road and a comprehensive sign plan for Hoffman Brothers at 1002 Hanley Industrial Court, plus consent agenda items including police wellness program agreements and waste reduction grants. The meeting also includes citizen comments and a closed session for legal, real estate, and personnel matters.

• Second reading of Bill No. 6361 adopting the 2022 annual city budget
• Bill No. 6365: fiber optic facility relocation with Charter Communications at 8000 Manchester Road for Brentwood Bound project
• Bill No. 6366: comprehensive sign plan approval for 1002 Hanley Industrial Court (Hoffman Brothers, P&Z #21-09)
• Resolution No. 1321.1: amended agreement with SSM Executive Health for police officer wellness evaluations
• Resolutions No. 1330 and 1331: St. Louis County compost and waste reduction grant agreements

The Board of Aldermen adopted the 2022 annual budget (Bill 6361, 6-0), approved a fiber optic facility relocation with Charter Communications for the Brentwood Bound project (Bill 6365, 6-0), and approved a comprehensive sign plan for Hoffman Brothers at 1002 Hanley Industrial Court with an amendment (Bill 6366, 5-1). The board also appointed Leslie Nichols to the Planning and Zoning Commission, approved consent agenda items including grants and a sewer project, and removed a police wellness program resolution for further review.

• Adopted 2022 annual budget (Bill 6361) 6-0
• Approved Charter Communications fiber optic relocation at 8000 Manchester Road (Bill 6365) 6-0
• Approved comprehensive sign plan for Hoffman Brothers at 1002 Hanley Industrial Court with amendment (Bill 6366) 5-1
• Appointed Leslie Nichols to Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously
• Approved consent agenda including compost grant agreements and MSD sewer project compensation 6-0
• Pulled Resolution 1321.1 (Police Officer Wellness Program) from consent agenda for further review
• Moved to executive session for legal, real estate, and personnel items 6-0

Architectural Review Board

The Brentwood Architectural Review Board will hold a virtual regular meeting to consider two property applications: an amendment to an approved plan at 2433 Annalee Ave. and a second-story addition at 2604 Salem. The board will also approve minutes from prior meetings and hear public comments. The meeting is conducted virtually due to COVID-19 precautions.

• 2433 Annalee Ave. - Amendment to Approved Plan
• 2604 Salem - 2nd Story Addition
• Approval of minutes from October 21 and November 18, 2021
• Public comments accepted via Zoom, phone, or email

The Architectural Review Board approved two items: a revised home orientation at 2433 Annalee and a window/chimney update at 2604 Salem. No public comment was received, and no old or new business was discussed. The board also discussed a text amendment on board makeup and design guidelines.

• Approved 2433 Annalee home orientation change (unanimous)
• Approved 2604 Salem window and chimney siding update (unanimous, with Turner recused)
• Approved October 21 and November 18 minutes (unanimous)

Public Works Committee

The Brentwood Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a resolution for a compost grant agreement with St. Louis County and the installation of an EV charging station at City Hall. The committee will also receive updates on the Brentwood Bound trail extension and White Ave. trees, along with reports from city staff and commissions.

• Resolution approving a contract with St. Louis County for a compost grant program
• Discussion of City Hall EV charging station
• Update on Brentwood Bound trail extension (Great Rivers Greenway)
• Update on White Ave. trees
• Public comments accepted in person, via Zoom, phone, or email

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of a comprehensive sign plan for Hoffman Brothers at 1002-1010 Hanley Industrial Ct, allowing pre-existing non-conforming signs to conform. The Commission also approved a text amendment to merge the Architectural Review Board with the Planning and Zoning Commission, with Chair Nelson abstaining. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of comprehensive sign plan for Hoffman Brothers (all in favor)
• Approved text amendment to merge ARB with P&Z Commission (4-0, Nelson abstained)
• Approved agenda and minutes with minor corrections
• Accepted 2022 P&Z schedule

Board of Aldermen

The Brentwood Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2022 city budget, and consider several resolutions and ordinances related to the Brentwood Bound improvements project, including contracts, maintenance agreements, and a water facility relocation. The board will also consider an ordinance to include electric vehicle supply equipment in the energy conservation code, approve a contract for urban forest tree care, and authorize national opioid settlement agreements.

• Public hearing and first reading of Bill No. 6361 adopting the 2022 annual budget
• Resolution No. 1327: Change order with Ideal Landscape for Brentwood Bound GRG Connector Part A
• Resolution No. 1328: Pay condemnation award for Wei Investments
• Resolution No. 1329: Contract with Davey Resource Group for urban forest tree care
• Bill No. 6363: Maintenance agreements with MSD for Brentwood Bound

The Board of Aldermen approved an ordinance requiring electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) in new dwellings, passing 5-4 with the mayor breaking a tie. The board also denied a former mayor's request for indemnification of legal expenses, approved the FY 2022 budget on first reading, and authorized several Brentwood Bound project agreements.

• Approved Bill 6356.1 requiring EVSE in new dwellings (5-4, mayor broke tie)
• Denied former Mayor Thornton's indemnification request (6-2)
• Approved amended consent agenda including warrants and contracts (8-0)
• Approved CDBG supplemental agreement for home improvement loans (8-0)
• Approved MSD maintenance agreements for Brentwood Bound (8-0)
• Approved water facility relocation with Missouri American Water (8-0)
• Granted liquor license to Naked Spirits (8-0)
• Approved FY 2022 budget on first reading

Public Hearing Notices

The Brentwood Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing on December 6, 2021, to consider adopting the city's budget for fiscal year 2022 (January 1–December 31, 2022). The meeting is in person and via Zoom, and the public may submit written comments or speak at the hearing.

• Public hearing on adoption of FY 2022 budget
• Meeting held in person and via Zoom webinar
• Written comments accepted before the hearing
• Accommodations for disabilities available with 72-hour notice

Ways & Means Committee

The Brentwood Ways & Means Committee is meeting to discuss and review the FY 2022 proposed budget, as presented by the City Administrator. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and citizen comments. No votes on the budget are listed on this agenda.

• FY 2022 Proposed Budget Presentation
• Minutes approval
• Citizen comments

Police & Fire Pension Board

The Brentwood Police and Firefighters' Pension Plan Board of Trustees is meeting in person to handle routine business, including approving minutes, reviewing pension fund financial statements and third-quarter 2021 investment performance, discussing benefits for eligible retirees, and reviewing 2021 retirements, resignations, and new hires. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review of Police and Firemen's Pension Fund financial statements
• Investment performance review for Q3 2021
• Discussion of benefits for eligible retirees
• Review of 2021 retirements, resignations, and new hires

Economic Development Sales Tax Board

The board will meet to approve the agenda and review the filing of the 2019 and 2020 Annual Reports.

• Review of 2019 Annual Report Filing
• Review of 2020 Annual Reports Filing

The Economic Development Sales Tax Board met and approved the agenda by acclamation. Chairman Stew Clark read the 2019 and 2020 annual report information, with no questions or discussion. The board voted unanimously to adopt both annual reports and submit them as required by the state. The meeting adjourned at 12:13 PM.

• Approved the meeting agenda by acclamation
• Adopted the 2019 Annual Report and submitted as required by the state
• Adopted the 2020 Annual Report and submitted as required by the state
• Adjourned the meeting by unanimous voice vote

Sustainability Commission

The Brentwood Sustainability Commission is meeting to discuss the city's Sustainability Plan, including guiding principles, plan structure, and transportation goals. The agenda includes routine items like approval of minutes and citizen comments, but the main focus is on advancing the sustainability plan.

• Discussion of Sustainability Plan - Guiding Principles
• Discussion of Sustainability Plan - Plan Structure & Overview
• Discussion of Sustainability Plan - Transportation Goals
• Approval of meeting minutes from 10.25.21

Board of Aldermen

The Brentwood Board of Aldermen is holding a special meeting to consider two ordinances, No. 6359 (Option 2) and No. 6360 (Option 3), under new business. The agenda includes standard procedural items like call to order, roll call, agenda approval, and citizen comments. No other substantive items are listed.

• Ordinance No. 6359 - Option 2
• Ordinance No. 6360 - Option 3
• Citizen comments via Zoom, teleconference, or email

The Board of Aldermen held a special meeting to redraw ward boundaries. Ordinance No. 6359 (Option #2) failed on a 3-5 vote. The board then approved Ordinance No. 6360 (Option #3) on a 6-2 vote, which will become Ordinance #4993. A citizen, Karen Smith, had asked to keep her ward unchanged.

• Approved the meeting agenda by acclamation.
• Failed to approve Ordinance No. 6359 (Option #2) for ward boundaries, 3 yes to 5 no.
• Approved Ordinance No. 6360 (Option #3) for ward boundaries, 6 yes to 2 no; it will become Ordinance #4993.
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:13 PM.

Ways & Means Committee

The Ways and Means Committee is holding a special budget meeting to review the FY 2022 proposed budget, presented by the City Administrator. The meeting includes reports from committee members, citizen comments, and standard procedural items. Public participation is available in person, via Zoom, teleconference, email, or livestream.

• FY 2022 Proposed Budget Presentation
• Reports from Chairman Sims, Alderman Gould, Alderman Shelton, Alderwoman Parker Tice
• Citizen comments accepted via Zoom, phone, email, or in person

Architectural Review Board

The Brentwood Architectural Review Board is meeting virtually to review amendments to previously approved plans for properties on Pine Ave. and Parkside Dr., as well as new home proposals on Florence and Rosalie Aves. The board will also approve minutes from the October 21 meeting and receive an update from the building official, including the 2022 meeting schedule.

• 9130 Pine Ave. - Amendment to Approved Plan
• 9373 Parkside Dr. - Amendment to Approved Plan
• 9345 Parkside Dr. - Amendment to Approved Plan
• 8612 Florence Ave. - New Home
• 8717 Rosalie Ave. - New Home

The Architectural Review Board approved amendments to previously approved plans for 9130 Pine Ave (brick left unpainted), 9373 Parkside Dr (new porch), 9345 Parkside Dr (window changes), and 8612 Florence Ave (new home with porch and stonework). The board also approved new home plans for 8717 Rosalie Ave. All approvals were unanimous with members Forman and Karlen voting in favor.

• Approved amendment to approved plan at 9130 Pine Ave to keep brick unpainted (natural red St. Louis Clay) as requested by new owners.
• Approved amendment to approved plan at 9373 Parkside Dr for a new porch matching existing home and materials.
• Approved amendment to approved plan at 9345 Parkside Dr for window changes, including added second-floor windows for natural light.
• Approved new home at 8612 Florence Ave with porch moved back to 16 feet and garage columns moved to setback, as noted.
• Approved new home at 8717 Rosalie Ave, with discussion on preserving historic wall and driveway removal of 10-14 feet.
• No minutes were approved; no old business was discussed; no public comment was received.

Board of Aldermen

The Brentwood Board of Aldermen is holding a special meeting to consider an ordinance for redistricting based on 2020 Census data. The agenda includes public comment periods before and after the new business item. The meeting will be held in person and via Zoom.

• Ordinance on redistricting resulting from 2020 Census data

The Board of Aldermen failed to approve a redistricting plan (Option #2) by a 4-2 vote, short of the required 5 votes. They then directed staff to prepare legal descriptions for both Option #2 and Option #3 for future consideration. A follow-up special meeting was scheduled for November 22, 2021.

• Failed to approve redistricting Option #2 (motion failed 4-2, needing 5 votes).
• Directed staff to prepare legal descriptions for redistricting Options #2 and #3 (motion carried unanimously).
• Scheduled a follow-up special meeting on redistricting for November 22, 2021 at 7:00 PM.

Ways & Means Committee

The Ways and Means Committee is holding a special budget meeting to review the FY 2022 proposed budget and discuss redistricting based on the 2020 Census. The meeting includes reports from the committee chair, aldermen, and the city administrator, followed by public comments. This is a working session focused on budget and redistricting matters.

• FY 2022 Proposed Budget Presentation
• Redistricting - 2020 Census
• Public comments accepted via Zoom, phone, or email
• Meeting livestreamed on YouTube

Board of Aldermen

The Brentwood Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance requiring electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) in new and substantially renovated single-family, two-family, townhomes, and new multi-family developments. The board will also vote on several bills and resolutions, including maintenance agreements with MSD for the Brentwood Bound project, relocation and settlement agreements, and various service contracts. The meeting includes citizen comment periods and a closed session for legal and real estate matters.

• Public hearing and Bill No. 6356: ordinance requiring EVSE in new residential construction and major renovations
• Bill No. 6355: maintenance agreements with Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District for Brentwood Bound project
• Bill No. 6357: relocation agreement with Global Signal Acquisitions IV, LLC
• Bill No. 6358: settlement agreement with Drewco Property LLC and Brentwood Material Company
• Resolution No. 1324: authorizing execution of National Opioid Settlement Agreements

The Board of Aldermen approved three ordinances: Bill No. 6355 (MSD maintenance agreements for Brentwood Bound), Bill No. 6357 (relocation agreement with Global Signal Acquisitions IV, LLC), and Bill No. 6358 (settlement agreement with Drewco Property LLC and Brentwood Material Company, including $1,150,000 compensation). All passed 8-0. The board also deferred the National Opioid Settlement Agreement (Resolution 1324) to the December 6th meeting and tabled an indemnification item. A proposed ordinance requiring electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) in new residential construction received a first reading only and will be taken up again next meeting.

• Approved Bill No. 6355, MSD maintenance agreements for Brentwood Bound (8-0)
• Approved Bill No. 6357, relocation agreement with Global Signal Acquisitions IV, LLC (8-0)
• Approved Bill No. 6358, settlement agreement with Drewco Property LLC and Brentwood Material Company, $1,150,000 compensation (8-0)
• Deferred Resolution No. 1324, National Opioid Settlement Agreement, to December 6th meeting
• Tabled indemnification request (Section 115.010 update) until December 6th meeting
• Approved consent agenda including warrants and resolutions 1321, 1322, 1323, 1325 (8-0)
• Moved to executive session for legal and real estate items

Public Works Committee

The Brentwood Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss several public works items, including continued discussion on outsourcing commercial inspections and permit analysis, maintenance of cul-de-sac circles, and new business items such as an on-call urban forest tree care service, the Brentwood Bound trail extension with Great Rivers Greenway, storm sewer work on Van Mark Way and Dorothy Avenue, and a survey amendment for Eager Road. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Continued discussion on outsourcing Commercial Inspections and Permit & Inspection Analysis
• Cul-de-sac Circles Maintenance
• On-Call Supportive Urban Forest Tree Care Service
• Brentwood Bound - Great Rivers Greenway (GRG) Trail Extension
• Brentwood Bound - Van Mark Way/ Dorothy Avenue Storm Sewers

Ways & Means Committee

The Brentwood Ways & Means Committee is meeting to discuss the FY 2022 proposed budget and receive a department update on the Fire Department Knox Box. The agenda also includes reports from the committee chair and aldermen, and a period for citizen comments. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• FY 2022 Proposed Budget Presentation
• Fire Department Knox Box update
• Citizen comments

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold first and second readings of two ordinances: one approving maintenance and easement agreements with the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District for the Brentwood Bound improvements project, and another amending the city code on alcoholic beverages. The board will also receive updates on Brentwood Bound and a destination playground, and consider a request for indemnification. The meeting includes public comment periods and a closed session for legal and real estate matters.

• Bill No. 6352: Ordinance approving maintenance and easement agreements with MSD for Brentwood Bound improvements
• Bill No. 6354: Ordinance amending Chapter 600 of city code relating to alcoholic beverages
• Update on Brentwood Bound project
• SWT Design presentation on Destination Playground
• Request for indemnification under Section 115.010

The Board of Aldermen unanimously approved three requests for the Brentwood Bound destination playground project: rough grading of land using soil from the lake, moving forward with the bid process for playground equipment, and proceeding to the 60% design phase. The board also authorized staff to file a notice of potential insurance claim (without authorizing the $5,000 deductible) and approved two ordinances, including one for sewer easements with MSD and one aligning city alcohol regulations with state law.

• Approved rough grade of land using lake soil for playground (8-0)
• Approved bid process for playground equipment per 30% design (8-0)
• Approved SWT Design to proceed to 60% design phase (8-0)
• Authorized staff to file notice of potential insurance claim, not deductible payment (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including warrant lists (8-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 4988 approving MSD maintenance/easement agreements for Brentwood Bound (8-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 4989 amending Chapter 600 on alcoholic beverages (8-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Brentwood Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss public safety matters, including a security camera ordinance, a request for permit-only parking on High School Drive, and several fire department items. The agenda includes reports from city staff and committee members, plus citizen comments.

• Security Camera Ordinance under old business
• Request for 'Parking by Permit Only' or 'Resident Parking Only' in the 2600 block of High School Drive
• Fire Department Preventative Maintenance Agreement for HVAC - 1 year extension
• Request for Capital Improvement Budget Reallocation for a Knox Box
• Panasonic Software Upgrade and Data Migration Statement of Work

Economic Development Sales Tax Board

The Economic Development Sales Tax Board is meeting in person to review income statements from economic development sales tax proceeds and receive an update on the Brentwood Bound project. The board will also vote on officers and consider a proposed bylaw change to the meeting schedule. Public comments can be submitted by email before the meeting.

• Income statement review of economic development sales tax proceeds
• Brentwood Bound project update presentation
• Vote on board officers
• Proposed bylaw change to Article V, Section 1 regarding meeting schedule

The Economic Development Sales Tax Board approved a bylaw change to meet annually in the 4th quarter instead of monthly, with special meetings as needed. Officers were elected: Stew Clark as Chairman, Ginny McDonald as Vice-Chair, and Kelle Silvey as Secretary. The board also heard that 2021 sales tax revenue is projected to exceed the $3.2 million budget, with surplus going to fund balance.

• Approved bylaw change to annual meetings in 4th quarter (4-0)
• Elected Stew Clark as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Ginny McDonald as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Kelle Silvey as Secretary (unanimous)

Sustainability Commission

The Brentwood Sustainability Commission is holding its regular meeting, with the main item being discussion of the Sustainability Plan under old business. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, citizen comments, and reports. The meeting will be held in person and via Zoom.

• Discussion of Sustainability Plan
• Public comments accepted in person, via Zoom, or by email
• Meeting minutes approval

Architectural Review Board

The Brentwood Architectural Review Board will meet virtually to review two residential projects: a front porch at 3 Cricket Lane and a new home at 2608 Louis Ave. The board will also approve minutes from the September 16 meeting and hear a director's update. Public comments can be submitted via Zoom, phone, or email.

• 3 Cricket Lane - Front Porch
• 2608 Louis Ave - New Home
• Approval of minutes from 9/16/21 meeting
• Public comments via Zoom, phone, or email

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will review several ordinances, including a temporary construction easement for 8524 Manchester Road and a new subdivision plat for 8817 Powell Avenue. The meeting also includes reports on the Brentwood Bound project and an independent review of 2019 Series Certificates of Participation proceeds.

• Ordinance for temporary construction easement with West Hill, LLC at 8524 Manchester Road
• Ordinance approving final subdivision plat for 8817 Powell Avenue into two residential lots
• Resolution No. 1319 regarding a change order with L. Keeley Construction for Deer Creek Flood Mitigation
• Resolution No. 1320 approving a service agreement with US Fleet Tracking
• Ordinance approving maintenance and encroachment agreements with Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District

The Board approved Bill No. 6351, an agreement with West Hill, LLC for a temporary construction easement at 8524 Manchester Road, with a total cost of $100,000. It also approved Bill No. 6353, a final subdivision plat for 8817 Powell Avenue into two single-family residential lots. Both ordinances passed unanimously (8-0) and will become Ordinance 4986 and 4987 respectively. The board also approved Katie Markenson as provisional judge and authorized staff to investigate making public the contents of a former mayor's investigation.

• Approved Bill No. 6351 (West Hill easement agreement, $100,000) (8-0)
• Approved Bill No. 6353 (Powell Avenue subdivision plat) (8-0)
• Approved Katie Markenson as provisional judge (unanimous)
• Authorized staff to investigate public release of investigation contents (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including VESSA policy, L. Keeley change order, US Fleet Tracking agreement (8-0)
• Removed Bill No. 6352 (MSD agreements) from agenda (unanimous)

Public Works Committee

The Brentwood Public Works Committee is meeting to receive updates on the Destination Playground design, the Stormwater Management Plan, and several department reports. They will also discuss old business regarding a driveway condition concern at 2430 Cecelia Avenue and new business including a Storybook Walk, surveying services findings, and US Fleet GPS services agreements. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Update on Destination Playground by SWT Design
• Stormwater Management Plan and Open House discussion
• 2430 Cecelia Avenue driveway condition concerns update
• Surveying services throughout the City findings
• US Fleet GPS Services Agreements

Public Hearing Notices

The Brentwood Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a petition to subdivide the 12,643 square foot lot at 8817 Powell Avenue into two single-family lots for new residential construction. The commission may forward a recommendation to the Board of Aldermen or refer the matter to its Site Plan Sub-Committee for further discussion.

• Minor subdivision of 8817 Powell Avenue into two 'B' District single-family lots
• Lot A: 6,405 square feet; Lot B: 6,238 square feet
• Public hearing at 7 p.m. on October 13, 2021, in Aldermanic Chambers, Brentwood City Hall
• Documents available for public review at Department of Planning and Development

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Brentwood Planning and Zoning Commission will hold an open meeting to consider two new items: an ordinance requiring electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) in new residential construction and renovations, and a minor subdivision plat for 8817 Powell Avenue to create two single-family lots. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from July 14, 2021, and reports from aldermen.

• P&Z #21-07: Ordinance amending Energy Conservation Code to require EVSE in new single-family, two-family, townhomes, and multi-family developments
• P&Z #21-08: Minor subdivision preliminary and final plat for 8817 Powell Avenue to create two single-family lots
• Approval of minutes from July 14, 2021

The Planning and Zoning Commission denied an ordinance that would have required electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) in new residential construction and major renovations. The motion failed 1-4. The commission also approved a minor subdivision at 8817 Powell Avenue to create two single-family lots.

• Denied ordinance PZ 21-07 requiring EV charging in new residential construction (1-4)
• Approved minor subdivision PZ 21-08 at 8817 Powell Avenue for two single-family lots (6-0)

Ways & Means Committee

The Ways and Means Committee is meeting to discuss the 2022 annual budget process, an update on American Rescue Plan Act funds, and the Fiscal Year 2020 audit. They will also consider issuing a task order for all insurance renewals, excess liability coverage, and a proposed VESSA leave policy addition to the employee handbook. The meeting includes public comment opportunities in person, via Zoom, phone, or email.

• 2022 Annual Budget Process - tentative calendar
• American Rescue Plan Act update
• Fiscal Year 2020 audit update
• Task order for all insurance renewals
• VESSA Leave Policy addition to employee handbook

CID 8750 Manchester Road

The 8750 Manchester Road Community Improvement District Board of Directors is meeting via Zoom to handle old business, including approving prior meeting minutes, and new business, which includes resolutions to approve the board and the budget for fiscal year 2022. The budget resolution includes instructions to forward it to the City of Brentwood, Missouri, in compliance with the Community Improvement District Act.

• Approval of minutes from prior meeting
• Resolution approving Board of Directors
• Resolution approving FY2022 budget with instructions to forward to City of Brentwood

Board of Aldermen

The Brentwood Board of Aldermen will hold its regular meeting, with several ordinances up for first and second reading, including easement agreements with the Metropolitan Sewer District for the Brentwood Bound project and Deer Creek flood mitigation. The board will also hear reports on the Brentwood Bound update and the South Hanley Road CID proposed FY 2022 budget, and consider a liquor license request. Public comments are invited in person, via Zoom, or by email.

• Bill No. 6348: Easement agreement with Sovran Acquisition LP for MSD at 8524 Manchester Road
• Bill No. 6349: Utility easement agreements with MSD for sewer relocations for Brentwood Bound
• Bill No. 6350: Maintenance agreement with MSD for Deer Creek Flood Mitigation Phase 2
• South Hanley Road CID FY 2022 proposed budget report
• Equis Hotels request for liquor license approval

Sustainability Commission

The Brentwood Sustainability Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss its work, including a presentation from Betsy Reznicek of Home Sweet Home, old business on a City Hall-Library bicycle rack and pump station, and the Sustainability Plan. The commission will also discuss the FY2022 budget. Public comments are invited in person, via Zoom, by phone, or by email.

• Presentation by Betsy Reznicek of Home Sweet Home
• Discussion of City Hall-Library bicycle rack and pump station
• Discussion of Sustainability Plan
• FY2022 budget discussion

Board of Aldermen

The Brentwood Board of Aldermen will consider a resolution requiring COVID-19 vaccination for all city employees with limited exceptions, and will also vote on several other items including license plate readers, property tax rates, and pay classification systems. The meeting includes public comment opportunities and a closed session for legal, real estate, and personnel matters.

• Resolution 1316: Mandatory COVID vaccination for all city employees with limited exceptions
• Resolution 1317: Agreement with Flock Group for license plate readers
• Bill 6342: 2021 property tax levy for general, police/fire retirement, and library purposes
• Bills 6333-6335: Three pay classification system options for full-time employees
• Bills 6345-6346: Vacating alley and walkway right-of-ways between Parkridge/St. Clair and Bremerton/Hilldale

Architectural Review Board

The Brentwood Architectural Review Board is meeting virtually to review three property applications: 19 Middlesex Dr, 2604 Louis, and 2633 Salem. The board will also approve minutes from the August 19, 2021 meeting and take public comments.

• Review of 19 Middlesex Dr
• Review of 2604 Louis
• Review of 2633 Salem
• Approval of minutes from 8.19.21 meeting

Redevelopment Corporation

The Brentwood Redevelopment Corporation is meeting to elect officers for the coming term and to receive status reports on the flood mitigation project, economic development sales tax income, and potential commercial redevelopment activities. The meeting is open to the public and will be held in person at City Hall.

• Election of President, Vice President, Executive Director, Secretary/Treasurer, and Assistant Secretary
• Status report on flood mitigation project including land acquisition activities and schedule
• Economic development sales tax income statement and Brentwood Bound financial update
• Status report on potential commercial redevelopment activities and next steps
• Presentation and field tour scheduled

Public Works Committee

The Brentwood Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss public works matters, including old business on permit and inspection analysis, and new business on Memorial Park bridge replacement, electric vehicle considerations, and a resident's driveway condition request at 2430 Cecelia Avenue. The agenda includes citizen comments and reports from city staff and committees.

• Memorial Park Bridge Replacement
• Electric Vehicle (EV) Considerations
• Brentwood Resident Request - 2430 Cecelia Avenue - Driveway Condition
• Permit & Inspection Analysis Continuation
• Citizen comments via Zoom, teleconference, or email

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing regarding 2021 property tax rates. The agenda also includes discussions on stormwater master plan services and utility easement agreements for the Brentwood Bound Improvements Project.

• Public Hearing: Setting 2021 Property Tax Rates
• Resolution No. 1312: Agreement with Gonzalez Companies for Stormwater Master Plan professional services
• Motion to reallocate $225,000 in the Parks Capital Expense Line-Item Stormwater Parks Improvement Fund
• Bill No. 6342: Ordinance establishing property tax rates for 2021
• Utility easement agreements with Ameren Missouri and Metro St. Louis Sewer District for Brentwood Bound improvements

Ways & Means Committee

The Brentwood Ways & Means Committee is meeting to discuss the 2022 budget process, including a tentative calendar, citizen budget forum, and revenue projections. They will also receive updates on the American Rescue Plan Act, the FY2020 audit, and a public hearing to set property tax rates. Old business includes mandatory vaccination for city employees, insurance renewal task orders, and excess liability coverage. The agenda is largely informational and procedural, with no final votes scheduled.

• 2022 Annual Budget Process - tentative calendar and citizen budget forum
• Update on the American Rescue Plan Act
• Public Hearing setting property tax rates
• 2022 Proposed Budget - presentation of revenue projections
• Mandatory vaccination for City of Brentwood employees

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss several items including golf carts, Flock security cameras, and an officer wellness program. The meeting also includes updates on CALEA recertification and reports from the Police, Fire, and Public Works departments.

• Discussion on Golf Carts
• CALEA Recertification Update
• Officer Wellness Program
• Flock Security Cameras
• Participation in GEMT

Sustainability Commission

The Brentwood Sustainability Commission will hold a virtual meeting to discuss old business regarding the Green Dining Alliance and the Sustainability Plan. The agenda also includes a presentation by Marco Tipton from Ameren UE.

• Presentation by Marco Tipton, Ameren UE - Community Development Executive
• Discussion of Green Dining Alliance
• Discussion of Sustainability Plan

Public Hearing Notices

The Brentwood Board of Adjustment holds a virtual public hearing on August 26, 2021, to consider a zoning appeal filed by Jost Enterprises, LLC. The applicant seeks a variance to install an enclosed glass vestibule that projects 7.5 feet into the required setback at 2721 Collier. The hearing is conducted virtually due to St. Louis County public health regulations, with access provided via the city website.

• Appeal by Jost Enterprises, LLC for property at 2721 Collier, Brentwood, MO, 63144
• Request for variance to allow enclosed glass vestibule projecting 7.5 feet into setback
• Cites Section 400.1370(D)(3)(a) and 400.1840(B)(2) of the Brentwood Code of Ordinances
• Existing building sits at 25.31 feet from the right-of-way of Collier Ave

Police & Fire Pension Board

The Brentwood Police and Firefighters' Pension Plan Board of Trustees is meeting virtually to review pension fund financial statements and second-quarter 2021 investment performance, approve meeting minutes, and discuss retirements, resignations, and new hires since May 2021. The meeting is open to public comment via email.

• Review of Police and Firemen's Pension Fund Financial Statements
• Investment Performance Review - 2nd Quarter 2021
• Retirements, Resignations, New Hires since May 2021
• Approval of Pension Board Meeting Minutes

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will meet virtually to discuss new business items. The agenda includes reviews for a front porch at 1920 Parkridge and a rooftop solar array at 9139 Madge.

• Front Porch review: 1920 Parkridge
• Rooftop Solar Array review: 9139 Madge

Public Works Committee

The Brentwood Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss and receive presentations on several infrastructure and recreation topics, including a stormwater master plan, future multimodal project funding, the Rogers Greenway, the 2021 capital account, and Parks & Recreation FY22 fee recommendations. The agenda also includes a cost-benefit analysis for using St. Louis County services and routine items like minutes approval and citizen comments.

• Stormwater Master Plan presentation by Gonzalez Companies
• Future funding for multimodal projects
• Rogers Greenway presentation
• 2021 Capital Account discussion
• Parks & Recreation FY22 fee recommendations

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will review several resolutions and ordinances, including construction contracts for the Brentwood Bound project and utility easement agreements. The meeting also includes reports on the Smart Policing Initiative Grant and updates regarding the Architectural Review Board.

• Contract with Ideal Landscape for Brentwood Bound- Great Rivers Greenway Connector Part A
• Contract with Hof Construction for Brentwood Bound- Event Lawn/Comfort Station Building
• Ordinance to amend Brentwood City Code regarding Architectural Review Board membership
• Agreement with Krupp Construction for Rosalie Avenue Pedestrian Improvements
• Utility easement agreements with Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District for sewer facility relocations

Architectural Review Board

The Brentwood Architectural Review Board is meeting virtually to review a petition for a sun room at 2610 Cecelia Ave. The board will also approve minutes from its July 8 meeting and take public comment.

• Review of sun room addition at 2610 Cecelia Ave
• Approval of minutes from 7/8/2021 meeting
• Virtual meeting via Zoom with public comment options

Public Safety Committee

The Brentwood Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss traffic calming requests for two streets and the possibility of allowing golf carts on public streets. The agenda also includes reports from the police, fire, and public works departments, as well as a discussion on a fire service wellness fitness initiative. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Traffic calming request at 8611 Eulalie Avenue
• Traffic calming request at 8906 Pine Avenue
• Discussion on golf carts on public streets
• Fire Service Wellness Fitness Initiative

Sustainability Commission

The Brentwood Sustainability Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss updates on the compost grant program, a bike repair station at the library, the sustainability plan, and the Green Dining Alliance. They will also consider updates to the city's sustainability webpage. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Compost Grant Program Update
• Bike Repair Station at Library
• Sustainability Plan
• Green Dining Alliance
• City of Brentwood Website - Sustainability Page

Board of Adjustment

The Brentwood Board of Adjustment is holding a special virtual meeting to consider a single new business item: a ground sign variance for the building at 2525 S. Brentwood Boulevard, requested by Brentwood Development Group, LLC. The agenda includes public comment via Zoom, with instructions for residents to participate.

• Ground sign variance for 2525 S. Brentwood Boulevard
• Petitioner: Brentwood Development Group, LLC
• Virtual meeting via Zoom webinar
• Public comments allowed via Zoom with 'raise hand' feature

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing regarding the allocation of $20,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds. The meeting also includes discussions on municipal code amendments and a second reading for a property rezoning.

• Public hearing for $20,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds
• Second reading of ordinance to rezone 8817 Powell Avenue from PD to B district
• Ordinance for a cooperative agreement regarding a Battalion Chief-Training Officer
• Change order approval for Jacobs Engineering Group contract
• Change order approval for L. Keely Construction flood mitigation contract

Ways & Means Committee

The Brentwood Ways and Means Committee is meeting to discuss financial reports, including the FY2020 audit update, and to continue discussion on the Request for Proposal for insurance services consulting. The agenda also includes new business on destruction of public records and a closed session for legal matters. Public participation is available in person, via Zoom, teleconference, email, or livestream.

• Continued discussion on RFP for Insurance Services Consulting Report
• Fiscal Year 2020 Audit Update
• Economic Development Sales Tax, Use Tax and All Funds Financial Statements
• Destruction of Public Records
• Closed meeting for legal matters (RSMo 610.021 (1))

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will hold a virtual meeting to review a petition for a sun room at 2610 Cecelia Ave. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the July 8, 2021 meeting. No other specific projects, contracts, or ordinances are listed on the agenda.

• Review of petition for sun room at 2610 Cecelia Ave
• Approval of minutes from 7/8/2021 meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Brentwood Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public meeting to review a site development plan for a professional office building at 241 Hanley Industrial Court. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and reports from the city planner and aldermen. Public comments can be made in person, via Zoom, by phone, or by email.

• Site Plan Review for 241 Hanley Industrial Court (Case #21-06) for a professional office building
• Approval of minutes from June 9, 2021 meeting
• Public comment options include in-person, Zoom, teleconference, and email

Public Works Committee

The Brentwood Public Works Committee is meeting in person and via Zoom to discuss public works, parks, planning, and sustainability matters. The main item of business is a continued discussion on whether to use St. Louis County for code enforcement services. The agenda also includes routine items like call to order, agenda approval, citizen comments, and reports from committee members and city staff.

• Continued discussion on using St. Louis County for code enforcement services
• Reports from Public Works, Parks & Recreation, Planning and Development, and Sustainability Commission
• Citizen comments accepted via Zoom, teleconference, or email to [email protected]
• Meeting held at Brentwood City Hall, 2348 S. Brentwood Blvd., Brentwood, MO 63144

Architectural Review Board

The Brentwood Architectural Review Board will hold a virtual meeting to review petitions for four residential properties: detached garages at 2027 Woodsey Dr, 2501 Annalee Ave, and 9387 Pine Ave, and a second-story addition at 2604 Salem Rd. The board will also approve minutes from the May 20, 2021 meeting. Public comments can be submitted via email or during the meeting.

• Detached garage at 2027 Woodsey Dr
• Detached garage at 2501 Annalee Ave
• Detached garage at 9387 Pine Ave
• Second-story addition at 2604 Salem Rd
• Approval of minutes from 5/20/2021 meeting

Planning & Zoning Subcommittee

The Brentwood Planning and Zoning Commission Site Plan Subcommittee is meeting to discuss a site development plan for a professional office building at 241 Hanley Industrial Court. The agenda includes old and new business, with no other substantive items listed.

• Site development plan for a professional office building at 241 Hanley Industrial Court (Case #21-06)

Sustainability Commission

The Brentwood Sustainability Commission is holding its regular meeting, with a presentation from the Green Dining Alliance and discussion of a composting grant and a sustainability plan framework. The meeting is open in person and via Zoom.

• Presentation by Green Dining Alliance Program Manager Victoria Donaldson
• Update on composting grant
• Discussion of sustainability plan outline and framework
• Public comments accepted in person, via Zoom, phone, or email

Public Safety Committee

The Brentwood Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss public safety matters, including traffic calming requests for Harrison and Eulalie Avenues, a potential grant collaboration with UMSL for smart policing, and a cooperative fire training officer agreement. The meeting will also include reports from the police, fire, and public works departments, and an update on the American Rescue Plan Act.

• Harrison Avenue traffic calming request
• Eulalie Avenue traffic calming request
• FY 2021 Smart Policing Initiative Grant Category 1 - collaboration with UMSL
• Cooperative Fire Training Officer Agreement
• American Rescue Plan Act report

Board of Aldermen

The Brentwood Board of Aldermen is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing on rezoning 8817 Powell Avenue from planned development to single-family residential, followed by a first reading of the ordinance. The board will also consider several ordinances including a modular building addition for Meridian Medical Technologies, right-of-way vacation, and multiple pay classification system options for city employees. Fire department promotions and recognitions are on the agenda, along with reports on the Deer Creek Connector project and Norm West Park re-naming discussion.

• Public hearing and first reading to rezone 8817 Powell Avenue from PD to single-family residential
• Ordinance for Meridian Medical Technologies modular building addition at 2555 Hermelin Drive
• Three pay classification ordinance options (95%, 85%, 75% uniform/non-uniform) for FY 2021
• Resolution for FY 2021 street improvements with Byrne & Jones Construction
• Recognition of fire department promotions and new hires

Public Hearing Notices

The Brentwood Board of Aldermen is holding a public hearing to consider a rezoning request for 8817 Powell Avenue, from a Planned Development Overlay District to Single-Family Residential, along with a site plan review to create two single-family lots. The meeting is open to the public and will also be available via Zoom.

• Rezoning Case #21-04: PD to B district for property at 8817 Powell Avenue
• Site plan review to plat two single-family lots
• Applicant: Mike Davis
• Public hearing at 7:00 p.m. on June 21, 2021, at Brentwood City Hall
• Remote participation via Zoom; agenda and documents on city website

Architectural Review Board

The Brentwood Architectural Review Board will hold a virtual meeting to review petitions for detached garages at three properties and a second-story addition at one property. The board will also approve minutes from the May 20 meeting and accept public comments.

• 2027 Woodsey Dr — detached garage
• 2501 Annalee Ave — detached garage
• 9387 Pine Ave — detached garage
• 2604 Salem Rd — second story addition

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen held a special workshop meeting on June 17, 2021, at the City of Brentwood Community Center. The primary agenda item was a discussion regarding the city's Employee Compensation Philosophy and Plan for uniformed and non-uniformed staff. No final votes or decisions were recorded in this agenda text; the session focused on reviewing specific percentage-based compensation scenarios.

• Discussion of Option A: 75% Non-Uniform, 75% Uniform with Standard Deviation, EMT as PM Next Appropriate Step
• Discussion of Option B: 85% Non-Uniform, 85% Uniform with Standard Deviation, EMT as PM Next Appropriate Step
• Discussion of Option C: 75% Non-Uniform, 95% Uniform with Standard Deviation, EMT not as PM, Next Appropriate Step

Public Works Committee

The Brentwood Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on several items, including a bid recommendation for FY 2021 street projects, continued discussion on using St. Louis County for code enforcement services, and the American Rescue Plan Act. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and citizen comments.

• FY 2021 Street Projects Request for Proposal - Bid Recommendation
• Continued Discussion on Using St. Louis County for Code Enforcement Services
• American Rescue Plan Act
• Department reports from Parks and Recreation, Planning and Development, and Public Works
• Citizen comments (in-person, Zoom, teleconference, or email)

The Public Works Committee recommended awarding a contract to Byrne & Jones for five street projects and five bid alternates, with a total value of $480,341.63. The committee also approved minutes from February and March 2021 meetings. Discussion on using St. Louis County for code enforcement was tabled to July, with a motion to collect data on permits and costs. The committee also discussed potential projects for American Rescue Plan Act funds, including stormwater, soccer field, and dog park ideas.

• Approved meeting minutes for February 11, 2021 and March 11, 2021 by unanimous voice vote.
• Recommended Byrne & Jones for five street projects and five bid alternates, total contract value $480,341.63, by unanimous voice vote.
• Tabled discussion on using St. Louis County for code enforcement to July meeting.
• Approved motion to collect data on residential vs commercial permits, cost benefit analysis, and staff costs by July meeting.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission reviewed a site development plan for a vacant 1.02-acre parcel at 241 Hanley Industrial Court, proposing a 14,845 sq. ft. building with office, assembly, and parking space. The plan was not approved; instead, the Commission voted to review the revised plan and recommendations at the site plan review subcommittee on June 30th. Officers for the Commission were elected, and the city planner announced her departure.

• Motion to review revised site plan at subcommittee on June 30th (passed)
• Elected Hart Nelson as Chairman, Mark Favazza as Vice Chairman, Paul Moran as Secretary

Ways & Means Committee

The Brentwood Ways & Means Committee is meeting to discuss financial matters, including an update on the Wayfair and use sales tax, a report on the Saint Louis Area Insurance Trust (SLAIT) disbursement history, and financial statements for economic development sales tax, use tax, and all funds. The committee will also consider the American Rescue Plan under new business. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific dollar amounts or project names provided.

• Wayfair and Use Sales Tax Update
• Saint Louis Area Insurance Trust (SLAIT) Disbursement History
• Economic Development Sales Tax, Use Tax and All Funds Financial Statements
• American Rescue Plan discussion

Police & Fire Pension Board

The Brentwood Police and Firefighters' Pension Plan Board of Trustees is meeting virtually to review pension fund financial statements and first-quarter 2021 investment performance, discuss retirements, resignations, and new hires since fall 2020, and consider issuing a request for proposals (RFP) for actuary services. The meeting is held online due to COVID-19 precautions.

• Review of Police and Firemen's Pension Fund financial statements
• Investment performance review for Q1 2021
• Discussion of issuing an RFP for actuary services
• Report on retirements, resignations, and new hires since fall 2020

The Brentwood Police and Fire Pension Board reviewed the pension fund's financial statements, investment report, and actuarial report. The plan is overfunded with assets at $49.5 million and a 119% ratio of assets to accrued benefits. The board approved the February 8, 2021 meeting minutes and decided to defer issuing an RFP for actuarial services until a better time.

• Approved February 8, 2021 meeting minutes by acclamation
• Deferred RFP for actuarial services, awaiting better timing
• Noted one police disability retirement and three new firefighter hires

Public Safety Committee

The Brentwood Public Safety Committee is meeting virtually to discuss a proposed panhandling ordinance, along with reports from the police, fire, and public works departments. The agenda includes citizen comments and routine items like meeting minutes. The meeting is being held online due to COVID-19 precautions.

• Discussion of Brentwood Panhandling Ordinance
• Reports from Police, Fire, and Public Works Departments
• Citizen comments via Zoom, teleconference, or email

Public Works Committee

The Brentwood Public Works Committee is meeting virtually to discuss and potentially act on several public works items, including sanitation services, requests to vacate public right-of-way and easements, storm sewer repairs, and possible changes to the municipal code regarding animals. The committee will also consider using St. Louis County for permit inspection and code enforcement services.

• Sanitation Services - Trash Receptacles
• Brentwood School District Request to Vacate Public Right-of-Way on McGrath School Site
• Gregory Request to Vacate Easement on 19 Middlesex
• Brentwood Park Storm Sewer and Creek Bank Repair
• Discussion on Municipal Code Chapter 210 Animals and Fowl

The Public Works Committee unanimously recommended vacating a 15-foot alley on McGrath school property and approved a $17,400 storm sewer and creek bank repair in Brentwood Park, funded from the stormwater fund reserve. They also voted to rescind the intergovernmental senior program with Richmond Heights, allowing Brentwood to take back programming, and approved a code change to allow the high school to keep chickens with a permit. Several items were discussed but not acted on, including trash receptacle provision and using county code enforcement.

• Recommended vacating 15-foot alley on McGrath school property (unanimous)
• Approved $17,400 storm sewer and creek bank repair in Brentwood Park (unanimous)
• Rescinded intergovernmental senior program with Richmond Heights (unanimous)
• Approved code change to allow high school chickens with permit (unanimous)
• Approved license for easement use at 19 Middlesex (unanimous)
• Approved continuing sustainability efforts (unanimous)

Architectural Review Board

The Brentwood Architectural Review Board will hold a virtual meeting on May 20, 2021, to review several property applications, including new homes, sun rooms, a patio cover, and a redesign of an approved plan. One item, a new home at 8500 Genevieve Ave, was tabled from the previous meeting. The agenda also includes approval of the April 15 meeting minutes and public comment.

• 8500 Genevieve Ave: New home (tabled from 4/15)
• 2623 Porter Ave: Sun room
• 8610 Henrietta Ave: Sun room
• 2433 Annalee Ave: New home
• 9353 Parkside Dr: New home

Board of Aldermen

The Brentwood Board of Aldermen is meeting virtually to consider several resolutions, including contracts for the Brentwood Bound flood mitigation and greenway connector projects. The agenda also includes routine items like warrants, employee benefit rates, and a police recruitment policy change. A public hearing is listed but no specific item is detailed.

• Resolution 1289: L. Keeley Construction contract for Deer Creek Flood Mitigation Phase 2
• Resolution 1290: TWM professional design services for Deer Creek Greenway Connector
• Resolution 1291: Employee handbook changes, including police recruitment policy and vacation policy
• Resolution 1293: PGAV Architects on-call planning and development services
• Bill 6326: Utility easement agreements with MSD for sewer relocations

The Board approved releasing $529,729 for SWT Design to design a $5 million destination playground, and approved adding 30 KW solar panels to the Event Lawn Pavilion design. The board also removed the soccer field and dog park from the playground design, and directed staff to rename Norm West Park. Additionally, the board approved a $23,375 payment to Richmond Heights for The Heights cooperative, and approved a construction agreement with L. Keeley Construction for Deer Creek Flood Mitigation Phase 2 (6-1).

• Approved $529,729 for SWT Design to design $5M destination playground (7-0)
• Approved inclusion of 30 KW solar panels in Event Lawn Pavilion design (7-0)
• Removed Great Rivers Greenway soccer field from playground design (7-0)
• Removed dog park from playground design (7-0)
• Directed staff to facilitate renaming of Norm West Park (7-0)
• Approved $23,375 payment to Richmond Heights for The Heights cooperative (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1289 with L. Keeley Construction for Deer Creek Flood Mitigation Phase 2 (6-1)
• Approved Bill 6326 for sewer easement agreements with MSD, becoming Ordinance 4964 (7-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Brentwood Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting virtually to consider two development cases: a rezoning of property at 8817 Powell Avenue from Planned Development Overlay to Single-Family Residential, and a site development plan for a modular building addition at 2555 Hermelin Drive. The commission will also nominate officers and receive reports from the alderman and city planner.

• Case #21-04: Rezoning of 8817 Powell Avenue from PD to B Single-Family Residential
• Case #21-05: Site development plan for modular building addition at 2555 Hermelin Drive
• Nomination of officers
• Approval of minutes from April 14 meeting
• May meeting site plan subcommittee appointments

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended denial of a rezoning request for 8817 Powell Avenue from PD to B-Single-Family Residential, citing inconsistency with the City's Comprehensive Plan. The Commission also recommended approval of a site development plan for a 1,771 square foot modular building addition at 2555 Hermelin Drive, with a provision to verify floodplain compliance. Officer nominations were made, and the City Planner announced her resignation.

• Recommended denial of rezoning at 8817 Powell Avenue from PD to B-Single-Family Residential (7-0)
• Recommended approval of site development plan for 1,771 sq ft addition at 2555 Hermelin Drive (6-0, 1 recusal)
• Nominated Hart Nelson as Chairman, John Nuernberger and Mark Favazza as Vice Chairman, Paul Moran as Secretary
• Tabled April 14th meeting minutes until June 9th meeting

Board of Aldermen

The Brentwood Board of Aldermen is holding a special workshop meeting to receive presentations on the Brentwood Bound initiative, including updates on the Event Lawn Comfort Station and the Norm West Park Playground Project. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists solely of informational presentations and routine procedural items.

• Presentation on Event Lawn Comfort Station update
• Presentation on Norm West Park Playground Project
• Brentwood Bound update

The Board of Aldermen held a workshop to receive presentations on the Brentwood Bound project, including the Event Lawn Comfort Station, Norm West Park playground, and overall project updates. No formal decisions were made, but the committee agreed to move forward with renaming opportunities for Norm West Park as presented.

• Agreed to move forward with Norm West Park renaming opportunities (unanimous committee agreement)
• Agenda approved by acclamation

Ways & Means Committee

The Brentwood Ways & Means Committee is meeting virtually to discuss and potentially act on several financial and personnel items, including employee benefit premiums, a revised life insurance rate, a police recruitment policy amendment, compensation plan costs, and hiring an additional police officer. The agenda also includes reports from the city administrator and committee members, plus a public comment period.

• EAP, Dental, Vision, Life, ADD, STD, LTD Premiums – 2021/22
• Revised Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Rates
• Proposed Amendment to the City of Brentwood Employee Handbook – Police Department Recruitment Policy
• Compensation Plan Implementation Costs – Continued
• Request to Hire the Additional Police Officer Position Budgeted in FY 21

Board of Aldermen

The Brentwood Board of Aldermen will hold a regular meeting with routine items including approval of election results, a change order for the Norm West Park pavilion, and a lease-purchase agreement for a sanitation truck. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major new ordinances or public hearings listed.

• Resolution No. 1286: Change order to Christner contract for electrical, storm water, and water quality design at Norm West Park Pavilion and Event Lawn
• Resolution No. 1287: Lease-purchase agreement for sanitation truck replacement
• Resolution No. 1288: Accepting certification of April 6, 2021 election results
• Warrant lists for 2020 operating funds and 2021 COPS expenditures
• Closed meeting for legal and real estate matters

The Board of Aldermen approved Bill No. 6325, which amends an exhibit to Ordinance 4959 regarding easements for water facility relocations for the Brentwood Bound Improvement Project. The bill passed unanimously (8-0) and will become Ordinance No. 4963 upon the Mayor's signature. The consent agenda, including resolutions for a change order, lease-purchase for a sanitation truck, and election certification, was also approved unanimously.

• Approved Bill No. 6325 amending easement exhibit for Brentwood Bound water relocations (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Resolution 1286 (change order for Norm West Park Pavilion), Resolution 1287 (lease-purchase for sanitation truck), and Resolution 1288 (election certification) (8-0)
• Certified April 6 election results: Mayor David Dimmitt (499 votes), Judge Patrick Dignam (488 votes), and aldermen for Wards 1-4
• Moved to closed session for legal and real estate matters (8-0)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen is holding a special meeting as a driving tour of parks in O'Fallon, MO, to inform decisions on the Brentwood Bound redevelopment project. Citizens may join in their own vehicles, and public comments submitted by email will be read and included in the official record at the May 10 workshop.

• Driving tour of O'Day Park and Veterans Memorial Park in O'Fallon, MO
• Public comments due by 5:00 PM Thursday before the meeting
• Comments to be read during the field trip and recorded at May 10 workshop
• Discussion and photos of facilities to be shared at May 10 workshop

The Board of Aldermen held a special meeting as a field trip to O'Day Park and Veterans Memorial Park in O'Fallon, MO, to gather visual information for the Brentwood Bound redevelopment project. No formal decisions were made; the tour was for planning purposes, with discussion and photos to be shared at the May 10th workshop. Public comments were accepted via email until the Thursday before the meeting.

• Conducted field trip to O'Day Park and Veterans Memorial Park for Brentwood Bound planning
• No formal votes or decisions taken during the field trip

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will meet virtually to review department reports and address several old and new business items. Discussions include traffic calming requests for Pine Avenue, Harrison Avenue, and Rosalie Avenue, as well as police department staffing and recruitment policies.

• Request For Proposal (RFP) for Ballistic Protection
• McKnight Road- Speed Cushion Pilot Program
• Rosalie Avenue- Traffic Calming Discussion
• Proposed Amendment to the City of Brentwood Employee Handbook - Police Department Recruitment Policy
• Pine Avenue and Harrison Avenue Traffic Calming Requests

Ways & Means Committee

The Brentwood Ways and Means Committee is holding a special virtual meeting to discuss city business, including the renewal terms and premiums for other benefits for 2021/2022 and continued implementation options for a compensation plan. The agenda also includes reports from committee members and the city administrator, plus a public comment period.

• Other Benefits Renewal Terms-Premiums 2021/2022
• Implementation Options-Compensation Plan Continued

Sustainability Commission

The Brentwood Sustainability Commission is holding a virtual regular meeting. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and receiving reports, but the main new business is a discussion of a municipal fleet electrification study. The commission will also review its priorities and get an update on a compost grant.

• Discussion of Municipal Fleet Electrification Study
• Update on Compost Grant
• Review of Sustainability Commission Priorities
• Approval of meeting minutes from 2.22.21

Public Works Committee

The Brentwood Public Works Committee is holding a special virtual meeting to discuss and potentially decide on proposals for purchasing a new sanitation truck and its financing. The agenda also includes routine items like call to order, agenda approval, citizen comments, and reports from committee members and the city administrator.

• Sanitation truck purchase proposal
• Financing proposals for the new sanitation truck

The Public Works Committee approved the purchase of a new 2020 model sanitation vehicle for $212,000, with payments spread over three budget cycles. Financing will be through Clayton Holdings, LLC/Commerce Bank at a fixed interest rate of 1.39%, which represents a cost savings of $14,354 over the annual budgeted amount. The item will be prepared as a Resolution for the May 3rd Board of Aldermen meeting under the Consent Agenda.

• Approved purchase of 2020 sanitation truck for $212,000 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved financing via Clayton Holdings, LLC/Commerce Bank at 1.39% fixed rate (unanimous voice vote)
• Directed preparation of Resolution for May 3rd Board of Aldermen Consent Agenda

Board of Aldermen

The Brentwood Board of Aldermen is meeting virtually to consider several items, including adopting a new city code, approving a real estate sale contract for a property at 8702 Manchester Road, and an easement agreement with Bi-State Development. The agenda also includes consent items like warrant lists and professional service agreements, plus reports on Brentwood Bound and 2021 Brentwood Days.

• Bill No. 6323: Adopting a new code of ordinances for the City of Brentwood
• Bill No. 6324: Approving a real estate sale contract with Morice Enterprises, LLC for property at 8702 Manchester Road
• Bill No. 6321: Approving an easement agreement with Bi-State Development Agency (second reading)
• Resolution No. 1285: Permit to Brentwood School District for curb cuts and right-of-way work on St. Clair Avenue, Litzsinger Road, and High School Drive
• Resolution No. 1283: Supplement agreement with Terracon Consultants for pre-demolition and asbestos services

The Board of Aldermen approved a one-day mini-event for Brentwood Days, keeping the parade and fireworks, due to COVID-19 restrictions. They also approved several ordinances, including a real estate sale contract for property at 8702 Manchester Road, and a resolution permitting curb cuts for the school district. All votes were unanimous (8-0).

• Approved one-day mini-event for Brentwood Days (unanimous)
• Approved SLAIT insurance rate increase passed to employees (8-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including warrants and resolutions (8-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 4960 for easement agreement with Bi-State Development (8-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 4961 adopting new Code of Ordinances (8-0)
• Passed Ordinance No. 4962 for real estate sale contract with Morice Enterprises (8-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 1285 for school district curb cuts (8-0)

Ways & Means Committee

The Ways and Means Committee is meeting virtually to discuss financial matters, including SLAIT healthcare disbursements and premiums, economic development tax statements, and continued discussion on a compensation and benefits study. The meeting includes reports from the chair, aldermen, and city administrator, plus citizen comments.

• SLAIT Healthcare Disbursement for 2012/13 and 2013/14 plan years
• SLAIT Healthcare Insurance Premiums for 2021/22
• Economic Development Sales Tax and Use Tax and All Fund Financial Statements
• Continued discussion on Compensation and Benefits Study Report with additional meeting dates
• Implementation options for compensation plan

The committee approved a 4.5% healthcare insurance rate increase for 2021/22, effective July 1, 2021, with the cost differential passed along to employees with dependent coverage (4-0). They also voted to maintain the standard deviation in the compensation study, establish internal equity for EMTs and paramedics, and direct the consultant to gather full compensation structures from comparator cities to address police-fire parity. The meeting was continued to April 27 at 5:30 PM.

• Approved 4.5% healthcare premium increase, passing cost to employees with dependents (4-0)
• Approved maintaining standard deviation in compensation plan (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved internal equity for EMT and paramedic compensation (4-0)
• Approved directing consultant to obtain full compensation structures from comparator cities (4-0)
• Withdrew motion on police-fire supervisory parity pending further discussion
• Continued compensation discussion to April 27 meeting

Architectural Review Board

The Brentwood Architectural Review Board will hold a virtual meeting to review six residential applications: new homes at 8500 Genevieve Ave, 9345 Parkside Dr, 2427 Annalee Ave, and 9130 Pine Ave; a patio cover at 8619 Florence Ave; and a detached garage at 9368 Sonora Ave. The board will also approve minutes from the March 18, 2021 meeting and take public comments.

• New home at 8500 Genevieve Ave
• New home at 9345 Parkside Dr
• Patio cover at 8619 Florence Ave
• Detached garage at 9368 Sonora Ave
• New homes at 2427 Annalee Ave and 9130 Pine Ave

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Brentwood Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting virtually to review a site development plan for McGrath Elementary School at 2350 St. Clair. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes, old and new business, and reports from the alderman and city planner. No other major decisions are listed.

• Case #21-03: Site Development Plan for McGrath Elementary School at 2350 St. Clair
• Approval of minutes from February 10 and March 10 meetings
• April Meeting Site Plan Subcommittee appointments (TBD)

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 8-0 to recommend that the Board of Aldermen approve the curb cuts and right-of-way work proposed for the McGrath Elementary School project at 2350 St. Clair Avenue. The recommendation covers a new curb cut on High School Drive and modifications to existing curb cuts on St. Clair Avenue. The school district plans to build a new school, raze the existing building, and temporarily house both elementary schools on the site during renovations.

• Approved motion to recommend curb cut approval to Board of Aldermen (8-0)
• Approved February 10th and March 10th meeting minutes by acclamation

Public Works Committee

The Brentwood Public Works Committee is meeting virtually to discuss public works, parks, planning, and sustainability matters. The agenda includes old business on the Brentwood Bound Project at Norm West Park Destination Playground and new business on Brentwood Days. The meeting is open for citizen comments via Zoom or email.

• Brentwood Bound Project - Norm West Park Destination Playground (old business)
• Brentwood Days (new business)
• Reports from Public Works, Parks & Recreation, Planning and Development, and Sustainability Commission
• Citizen comments accepted via Zoom or email to [email protected]

The Public Works Committee voted unanimously to start the process of renaming Norm West Park, citing potential naming rights and tax benefits. They also approved moving a proposal to charge $30 for compost bins to the full Board. The committee discussed the Brentwood Bound playground project, with design options ranging from $2M to $5M, and expressed a preference for a smaller, resident-focused Brentwood Days event.

• Approved starting the process to rename Norm West Park, to be discussed by the full Board.
• Approved moving the $30 compost bin fee and video requirement to the full Board for approval.
• Agreed to add the Sustainability Commission to the monthly agenda under Reports.
• Agreed with the Sustainability Commission's recommendation to pursue solar panels over geo-thermal for the event lawn pavilion.
• Discussed Brentwood Days options, with committee members preferring a smaller, resident-focused event with fireworks and a longer parade route.

Board of Aldermen

The Brentwood Board of Aldermen is meeting virtually to discuss and vote on several items, including a site plan approval for a parking lot modification, easement agreements with Bi-State Development and Missouri American Water, and updates on the Brentwood Bound project. The agenda also includes routine consent items, reports, and a closed session for legal, real estate, and personnel matters.

• Bill No. 6320: Site plan approval for Frederic Co. Inc. at 2827 South Brentwood Boulevard (second reading)
• Bill No. 6321: Easement agreement with Bi-State Development Agency (first reading)
• Bill No. 6322: Utility easements with Missouri American Water for Brentwood Bound
• Resolution No. 1281: Ameren facility relocation agreement for Brentwood Bound
• Resolution No. 1282: Second amendment to MSD sewer maintenance agreement for Brentwood Bound

The Board of Aldermen approved a site plan for parking lot modifications at 2827 South Brentwood Boulevard (Bill 6320, now Ordinance 4958) and approved utility easements with Missouri American Water Company for the Brentwood Bound project (Bill 6322, now Ordinance 4959). The board also approved the consent agenda, which included the 2019 audit report and agreements for Ameren and MSD relocations. No public hearings or citizen comments were held.

• Approved site plan for Frederic Co. Inc. at 2827 South Brentwood Blvd (7-0)
• Approved utility easements with Missouri American Water Co. for Brentwood Bound (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including 2019 audit, Ameren relocation agreement, and MSD amendment (6-0)
• Received 2019 audit with unmodified (clean) opinion
• Moved to closed session for legal, real estate, and personnel matters (7-0)

Ways & Means Committee

The Ways and Means Committee is meeting virtually to continue discussions on the Compensation and Benefits Study Report, including an 85th percentile presentation, lump sum merit compensation, vacation benefits, new hires, departures, and life insurance and AD&D caps. The committee will also hear reports from the chair, aldermen, and city administrator, and take citizen comments.

• Continued discussion on Compensation and Benefits Study Report - 85th percentile presentation and lump sum merit compensation
• Continued discussion on vacation benefits, new hires and departures, and life insurance and AD&D caps
• Discussion on next steps for the Compensation and Benefits Study Report
• Citizen comments via Zoom, teleconference, or email

The Ways and Means Committee approved a vacation policy revision for first-year employees and voted to seek a quote for increased life insurance and AD&D coverage. The committee also discussed the compensation study, including a motion to run 95th percentile data that failed for lack of a second. No final decision was made on the compensation philosophy or implementation.

• Approved vacation policy revision for first-year employees to move to Board of Aldermen for final approval (3-0).
• Approved seeking a quote for life insurance and AD&D coverage increase to two times annual salary, capped at $150,000 (3-0).
• Motion to run 95th percentile compensation comparison failed for lack of a second.

Sustainability Commission

The Brentwood Sustainability Commission is meeting virtually to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a Climate Action Plan presentation, a compost grant update, and the Norm West Park Pavilion. The meeting also includes routine items like agenda approval, citizen comments, and reports.

• Climate Action Plan / Brentwood 20/20 Presentation
• St. Louis County Compost Grant Update
• Norm West Park Pavilion discussion
• Sustainability Commission Strategic Planning

Ways & Means Committee

The Brentwood Ways & Means Committee is holding a special virtual session to discuss the American Rescue Plan Act update and a presentation on the Compensation and Benefits Study Report. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and citizen comments.

• American Rescue Plan Act Update
• Presentation of the Compensation and Benefits Study Report
• Minutes Approval

The Ways and Means Committee heard a presentation on compensation and benefits from Higbee and Associates but made no formal decisions, agreeing to revisit the topic at the April 1 meeting. The committee approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes by acclamation. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda by acclamation
• Approved minutes from 8.20.20 and 3.4.21 by acclamation
• Deferred compensation and benefits recommendations to April 1 meeting

Police & Fire Pension Board

The Police and Firefighters' Pension Plan Board of Trustees is meeting in a special closed session. The only substantive item is a closed-session discussion of personnel under state law; the rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, roll call, adjournment).

• Closed session for personnel matters under RSMo 610.021(3)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee directed Police Chief Spiess to develop a policy/plan addressing crime prevention, pursuit, and prosecution, including insurance and regional engagement, and report back. It also approved funding for a police sergeant promotional process and directed development of a recruitment policy for academy recruits. The committee heard that the city is compliant with new state police certification standards and that the fire department will participate in a COVID vaccine program for homebound residents.

• Approved motion to direct Chief Spiess to develop a policy/plan on crime prevention, pursuit, and prosecution, with insurance and regional engagement implications, and report back.
• Approved allocation of monies for the promotional process for a Sergeant position.
• Approved motion to develop a recruitment policy for police academy recruits in committee.
• Approved the agenda by acclamation.
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting.

Police & Fire Pension Board

The Police and Firefighters' Pension Plan Board of Trustees is holding a special virtual meeting. The agenda includes a call to order, a closed session for personnel matters under RSMo 610.021(3), and adjournment. No other business is listed.

• Closed session for personnel (RSMo 610.021(3))
• Special meeting of the Police and Firefighters' Pension Plan Board of Trustees
• Virtual meeting at 8:30 AM

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board approved the new home at 2431 Annalee Ave as noted. The board also approved the February 18, 2021 meeting minutes. Public comments included emails from neighbors raising concerns about stormwater drainage, flooding, and light pollution, but no changes were made to the proposal.

• Approved the new home at 2431 Annalee Ave as noted.
• Approved the February 18, 2021 meeting minutes.

Board of Aldermen

The Brentwood Board of Aldermen is meeting virtually to discuss city business, including a first reading of a site plan approval for Frederic Co. Inc. to modify access and parking at 2827 South Brentwood Boulevard. They will also hear reports on the Brentwood Bound project and a design presentation for an event lawn and comfort station, and consider a contract for a new playground at Norm West Park.

• First reading of Bill No. 6320: site plan approval for Frederic Co. Inc. at 2827 South Brentwood Blvd.
• Resolution #1280: contract with SWT to design a new destination playground and natural water play area in Norm West Park.
• Christner presentation of design for event lawn and comfort station.
• Warrant lists for 2020/2021 operating funds and 2020 COPS expenditures.
• Brentwood Bound update.

The Board of Aldermen voted 8-0 to direct Christner Architects to incorporate solar panels and geo-thermal options into the next design review for the Event Pavilion, with a final decision on sustainability measures to be made before the design development phase. The board also approved the consent agenda, including a contract with SWT to design a new destination playground and natural water play area in Norm West Park. A first reading was held for Bill No. 6320, granting site plan approval to Frederic Co. Inc. for access and parking lot modifications at 2827 South Brentwood Boulevard, with the applicant agreeing to change a chain link fence to wood per Planning and Zoning review.

• Approved motion to direct Christner to include solar panels and geo-thermal options in next design review for Event Pavilion (8-0).
• Approved consent agenda, including Resolution #1280 for SWT to design a new destination playground and natural water play area in Norm West Park (8-0).
• Held first reading of Bill No. 6320, granting site plan approval to Frederic Co. Inc. for access and parking lot modifications at 2827 South Brentwood Boulevard.

Board of Aldermen

The Brentwood Board of Aldermen is holding a special meeting in a virtual format due to COVID-19. The agenda includes a closed session for legal and real estate matters, with no other substantive items listed.

• Closed session under RSMo 610.021 (1) for legal matters
• Closed session under RSMo 610.021 (2) for real estate matters

Public Works Committee

The Brentwood Public Works Committee is meeting virtually to discuss park projects and city fees. Old business includes cost estimates for the Norm West Park Pavilion & Event Lawn and a playground RFQ. New business covers discussions on permit fees, occupancy permit inspection fees, and development fees.

• Norm West Park Pavilion & Event Lawn cost estimate
• Norm West Park Playground RFQ
• Discussion of Table of Permit Fees
• Discussion of Occupancy Permit Inspection and Occupancy Permit Fees
• Discussion of Development Fees

The Public Works Committee approved SWT Design for the Norm West Park playground RFQ and directed Christner Architects to present pavilion designs with solar power and cost recovery. The item will go to the Board on March 15 for final approval. No other formal decisions were made; other items were discussions only.

• Approved SWT Design for Norm West Park playground RFQ (unanimous)
• Directed Christner Architects to present pavilion designs with solar power and cost recovery (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Brentwood Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting virtually to consider a site development plan for access and parking lot modifications at 2827 S. Brentwood Blvd. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving minutes, reports, and subcommittee appointments. No other major decisions are listed.

• Case #21-02: Site Development Plan for Access and Parking Lot Modifications at 2827 S. Brentwood Blvd.
• Approval of minutes from February 10 meeting
• March Meeting Site Plan Subcommittee appointments (TBD)
• Aldermanic report and City Planner's report

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a site development plan for Frederic Roofing's relocation to 2827 S. Brentwood Blvd., with conditions including a wood fence and HVAC screening. The approval was unanimous (7-0) and will be forwarded to the Board of Aldermen. Minutes from the February 10th meeting were tabled until April 14th.

• Approved site plan for Frederic Roofing at 2827 S. Brentwood Blvd. (7-0)
• Tabled February 10th meeting minutes until April 14th

Ways & Means Committee

The Brentwood Ways and Means Committee is meeting virtually on March 4, 2021, due to COVID-19 precautions. The agenda includes reviewing the 2019 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, monthly financial statements, the annual report, and a status update on the 2020 audit. No new business is listed, and the meeting will include citizen comments.

• Review of 2019 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), Internal Control Report, and Management Letter
• Monthly Financial Statements and Annual Report review
• Status update on the 2020 audit
• Virtual meeting format via Zoom with public comment options including video, teleconference, and email

The Ways and Means Committee received the 2019 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) with an unmodified opinion and no audit findings, resolving two prior-year findings. The committee discussed the upcoming Higbee report and scheduled a special meeting for March 25 at 5:30 pm to review it. No formal votes were taken on substantive matters; the agenda and minutes were approved by acclamation.

• Approved agenda by acclamation
• Approved meeting minutes by acclamation
• Scheduled special meeting for March 25 at 5:30 pm to review Higbee report

Board of Aldermen

The Brentwood Board of Aldermen will hold a virtual meeting to consider several items, including a second reading of an ordinance granting site plan approval for a professional office building at 8419 Manchester Road. The board will also vote on consent agenda items, including a cooperation agreement with Great Rivers Greenway for the Deer Creek Greenway Connector, a change order with TWM, Inc. for surveying services, and an agreement for on-call financial accounting services. The meeting includes public comment opportunities and a closed session for legal, real estate, and personnel matters.

• Second reading of Bill No. 6318: site plan approval for Navigate Realty LLC office building at 8419 Manchester Road
• Resolution No. 1276: cooperation agreement with Great Rivers Greenway District for Deer Creek Greenway Connector
• Resolution No. 1278: change order with TWM, Inc. for property research and surveying services
• Resolution No. 1279: agreement with Gina Jarvis for on-call financial accounting services
• Appointment and swearing in of new Fire Chief

The Board of Aldermen approved a site plan for a professional office building at 8419 Manchester Road, despite concerns about flood plain and variances. The vote was 7-1, with Alderman Wegge dissenting. The board also approved the consent agenda, including a cooperation agreement with Great Rivers Greenway for the Deer Creek Greenway Connector.

• Approved site plan for office building at 8419 Manchester Road (7-1)
• Approved consent agenda including Great Rivers Greenway cooperation agreement (8-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 1276 for Deer Creek Greenway Connector (8-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 1278 for TWM surveying services (8-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 1279 for Gina Jarvis financial services (8-0)
• Appointed Ronnie Cottrell as Fire Chief

Board of Adjustment

The Brentwood Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual hearing to consider an appeal by Rocky Ridge CAM, LLC regarding a required front yard setback for a property at 8500 Genevieve Avenue. The appeal concerns Section 400.1330 D.3.a of the city code for a principal structure in a single-family residential district. Public access is via live stream, and questions can be submitted in advance.

• Appeal by Rocky Ridge CAM, LLC regarding front yard setback at 8500 Genevieve Avenue
• Virtual hearing due to COVID-19 pandemic
• Public comments accepted electronically in advance

The Brentwood Board of Adjustment approved a variance request by Rocky Ridge CAM, LLC for a 10-foot reduction in the required front yard setback along Helen Avenue for a proposed single-family home and detached garage at 8500 Genevieve Avenue. The variance was granted unanimously (5-0) with conditions that the building footprint not exceed the submitted plans and that construction begin within one year. The board found the request met the standards for a unique property hardship.

• Approved a 10-foot variance from the 25-foot front setback along Helen Avenue for the primary residence and detached garage at 8500 Genevieve Avenue.
• Conditioned the variance on the residence and garage not exceeding the building footprint shown in the submitted site plan.
• Conditioned the variance to expire one year from the grant date if a building permit is not obtained and construction not commenced and pursued diligently.
• Voted 5-0 in favor of the variance, with all board members present voting yes.

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee approved purchasing 23 sets of firefighter turnout coats and pants from Metro West Fire Protection District's existing contract, moving the item to the Board of Aldermen for the March 1 agenda. The committee also approved preparing an RFP for ballistic vests. No other formal decisions were made; other items were informational or tabled.

• Approved purchase of 23 sets of turnout gear (coats and pants) from Metro West contract, forwarded to Board of Aldermen for March 1 agenda.
• Approved moving forward with preparing an RFP to replace ballistic vests.
• Approved the January 27, 2021 meeting minutes.
• Approved the agenda as presented.

Sustainability Commission

The Brentwood Sustainability Commission is holding a virtual regular meeting to discuss and potentially set goals for its sustainability action plan, review the 2014 Climate Action Plan, and receive an update on a St. Louis County compost grant. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and citizen comments, but the main focus is on planning and goal-setting for sustainability initiatives.

• St. Louis County Compost Grant update
• Action Plan goal setting
• Sustainability plan discussion
• Review of 2014 Climate Action Plan
• Open discussion on suggested sustainability items

Architectural Review Board

The Brentwood Architectural Review Board will hold a virtual meeting to review two property petitions: a new home at 2452 Helen Ave and a rear addition at 8743 Rosalie Ave. The board will also approve minutes from the January 21, 2020 meeting. Public comments can be submitted via email or during the meeting.

• New home at 2452 Helen Ave
• Rear addition at 8743 Rosalie Ave
• Approval of minutes from 1/21/2020 meeting

The Architectural Review Board approved a new home at 2431 Annalee Ave as noted. The board also approved the minutes from the February 18, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved new home at 2431 Annalee Ave
• Approved February 18, 2021 minutes

Board of Aldermen

The Brentwood Board of Aldermen will hold a virtual regular meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including the sale of property at 2818 Breckenridge Industrial Court, site plan approval for a professional office building at 8419 Manchester Road, and agreements related to the Brentwood Bound improvements project. The board will also hear announcements about the MSD rate proposal and recognize Supermarket Employee Day.

• Bill 6316: Real estate sale contract with Benz Properties, LLC for 2818 Breckenridge Industrial Court
• Bill 6318: Site plan approval for Navigate Realty LLC office building at 8419 Manchester Road
• Bill 6319: Utility easements and water facility relocation agreements with Missouri American Water for Brentwood Bound
• Resolution 1275: Agreement with Marschel Wrecking, LLC for Brentwood Bound demolition package 1C
• Resolution 1277: Amendment of FY 2020 budget

The Board of Aldermen approved three ordinances: purchasing property at 2818 Breckenridge Industrial Court for $700,000, selling 6,000 sq. ft. of city property to MoDOT for $54,000, and approving water facility relocations for the Brentwood Bound project. A site plan approval for a new office building at 8419 Manchester Road failed to get a second reading, so it will be reconsidered at the next meeting.

• Approved Bill #6316 to purchase property at 2818 Breckenridge Industrial Court for $700,000 (8-0)
• Approved Bill #6317 to sell 6,000 sq. ft. of city property to MoDOT for $54,000 (8-0)
• Approved Bill #6319 for water facility relocations for Brentwood Bound (8-0)
• Failed to approve second reading of Bill #6318 for site plan at 8419 Manchester Road (2-6)
• Approved consent agenda including demolition contract with Marschel Wrecking (8-0)

Public Works Committee

The Brentwood Public Works Committee is meeting virtually to discuss and potentially act on several public works items, including flood mitigation demolition, dog park maintenance, bulk item pickup, and traffic signal upgrades. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and citizen comments.

• Brentwood Bound water main relocations with Missouri American Water
• Deer Creek Flood Mitigation demolition Phase 1C
• Hanley Park Dog Park maintenance discussion
• Household bulk item pickup discussion
• Hanley Road traffic signal equipment upgrades with MoDOT

The Public Works Committee unanimously recommended Marschel Wrecking for the Brentwood Bound Demolition Bid Package 1C, not to exceed $368,140, pending Board of Aldermen approval. They also approved a $38,917 change order for surveying services, a grass and granite dog park surface, and directed staff on several other items.

• Recommended Marschel Wrecking for demolition bid package 1C, not to exceed $368,140 (unanimous)
• Approved change order for surveying services, not to exceed $38,917 (unanimous)
• Approved grass and granite combination for Hanley Dog Park surface (unanimous)
• Approved directing staff to coordinate with MoDot on traffic signal improvements (unanimous)
• Approved directing Dan to explore service agreements with Hanley Station and Brentwood Villas for bulk pickup (unanimous)
• Approved Parks and Rec to talk with property owner about fence encroachment (unanimous)
• Approved 1.14.21 minutes with correction to Black Creek (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Brentwood Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting virtually to review a site development plan for an office building at 8419 Manchester Road (Case #21-01) under old business. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving minutes, reports, and subcommittee appointments. No other major decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Case #21-01: Site Development Plan for an Office Building at 8419 Manchester Road
• Approval of minutes from January 13 meeting
• February Meeting Site Plan Subcommittee Appointments (TBD)

The Brentwood Planning and Zoning Commission approved the site development plan for a professional office building at 8419 Manchester Road, with conditions including a cross-access easement and two setback exceptions. The Commission also recommended that the Board of Aldermen consider the ordinance at its February 16 meeting to expedite construction. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved site plan for 8419 Manchester Road office building with conditions (7-0)
• Granted 15-foot front setback exception along Helen Avenue (10-foot required)
• Granted 6-foot rear setback exception along north property line (19-foot required)
• Required cross-access easement to be recorded with St. Louis County Recorder
• Recommended Board of Aldermen consider 1st and 2nd reading of ordinance on Feb 16
• Approved January 13, 2021 meeting minutes by acclamation
• Confirmed Tom Shipley as Acting Chairman following Mike Daming's resignation

Police & Fire Pension Board

The Brentwood Police and Firefighters' Pension Plan Board of Trustees is meeting virtually to review the pension fund's fourth-quarter 2020 investment performance. The board will also consider an increase in Ekon Benefits fees and approve appointments for firefighter and police officer board positions. The meeting includes approval of the December 1, 2020 minutes and is open to public comment via email or phone.

• Investment Performance Review - 4th Quarter 2020
• Consideration of Increase in Ekon Benefits fees
• Approval of Firefighter and Police Officer Board Appointments
• Approval of Pension Board Meeting Minutes from 12.1.20
• Virtual meeting due to COVID-19; public comments via email to [email protected]

The Brentwood Police and Fire Pension Board approved a fee increase for Ekon Benefits and agreed to seek competitive bids via a request for proposals (RFP) in the summer. The board also approved the December 1, 2020 meeting minutes and acknowledged the reelection of police and fire representatives. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Ekon Benefits fee increase and RFP proposal (unanimous)
• Approved December 1, 2020 meeting minutes (by acclamation)
• Acknowledged reelection of police and fire representatives

Ways & Means Committee

The Brentwood Ways & Means Committee is meeting virtually to discuss several financial and administrative items. Key agenda items include a presentation on an insurance services consulting RFP, a workers' compensation premium reimbursement, and a discussion on COVID-19 vaccination. The committee will also consider a Fiscal Year 2020 budget amendment and other routine matters.

• Presentation of Request For Proposal (RFP) Insurance Services Consulting Report
• St. Louis Area Insurance Trust - Workers Compensation Premium Reimbursement FY 2019-2020
• Discussion on COVID-19 Vaccination
• Fiscal Year 2020 Budget Amendment
• Communication with Businesses on the Use Tax Collection

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen approved the consent agenda unanimously (8-0), which included a resolution to submit Brentwood as a pilot location for electric-assist cargo bikes. The board also voted unanimously to participate again in the Missouri Botanical Garden's Grow Solar St. Louis program. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting moved to closed session for personnel matters.

• Approved consent agenda including Resolution No. 1274 for electric-assist cargo bike pilot (8-0)
• Approved participation in Grow Solar St. Louis program (unanimous voice vote)
• Moved to closed session for personnel (8-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Brentwood Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual hearing on January 28, 2021, to consider an appeal by Tom Magee of Bragees LLC regarding a required front (ROW) yard setback in a 'B' Single-Family Residential District. The appeal concerns property at 9101 Moritz Avenue and cites Section 400.1330 D.3.a of the Brentwood Code of Ordinances. Public access is via live stream, and questions may be submitted in advance by email.

• Appeal of front yard setback requirement for 9101 Moritz Avenue
• Property in 'B' Single-Family Residential District
• Appellant: Tom Magee, Bragees LLC
• Virtual hearing due to COVID-19
• Public comments via email to [email protected]

The Brentwood Board of Adjustment unanimously approved a variance allowing a 14-foot reduction in the required 25-foot front yard setback for a canopy over an existing deck at 9101 Moritz Avenue. The variance was granted with a condition that the project be completed within 12 months. No other substantive matters were considered.

• Approved 14-foot front yard setback variance for 9101 Moritz Avenue (5-0)
• Condition: project must be completed within 12 months of approval

Planning & Zoning Subcommittee

The Brentwood Planning and Zoning Commission Site Plan Subcommittee will meet virtually to review Case #21-01, a site development plan for an office building at 8419 Manchester Road. The agenda includes old business, new business, and adjournment, with public access via live stream and electronic question submission.

• Case #21-01: Site Development Plan for an Office Building at 8419 Manchester Road
• Virtual meeting due to COVID-19, with live stream and phone access
• Public questions accepted electronically in advance

The Planning and Zoning Site Plan Sub-Committee reviewed Case #21-01, a site development plan for a commercial office building at 8419 Manchester Road. After confirming that revisions addressed prior comments, including ADA requirements and MSD review, members took a straw vote with 8 in favor of a favorable recommendation to the full Commission, subject to conditions including a cross access easement and setback exceptions. The final decision will be made at the February 10th Commission meeting.

• Straw vote approved favorable recommendation for office building at 8419 Manchester Road (8-0)
• Conditions include cross access easement and setback exceptions along north and east property lines

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee approved placing an electronic speed control sign on Rosalie Avenue, consistent with staff recommendations, after data showed traffic volumes were slightly higher but not damaging. The committee also discussed traffic calming toolkit criteria, with a request that future toolkit recommendations be brought before the committee first. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports on COVID-19 vaccine availability, crime, and fire department operations.

• Approved electronic speed control sign on Rosalie Avenue (unanimous)
• Requested future traffic calming toolkit recommendations be brought to committee before action

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board approved all four applications on the agenda: a rear patio and cover at 9411 Parkside Dr, a rooftop solar array at 8710 Eulalie Ave, a new home at 2408 High School Dr, and a rear addition at 9368 Sonora Dr. The December 17, 2020 minutes were also approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved rear patio and cover at 9411 Parkside Dr
• Approved rooftop solar array at 8710 Eulalie Ave
• Approved new home at 2408 High School Dr
• Approved rear addition at 9368 Sonora Dr
• Approved December 17, 2020 minutes

Board of Aldermen

The Brentwood Board of Aldermen will hold a virtual regular meeting to consider several items, including a lease agreement with the Brentwood Public Library, a disabled parking space near 8910 Madge Avenue, and speed cushions on McKnight Road. The board will also recognize Officer Seth Mundorf as 2020 Officer of the Year and honor the city's commitment to sustainability. Consent agenda items include change orders with TWM, Inc. for surveying services and an application for pedestrian improvements on High School Drive.

• Bill No. 6312: Lease services agreement with Brentwood Public Library
• Bill No. 6315: Physically disabled parking space at 8910 Madge Avenue
• McKnight Road speed cushion consideration
• Resolution No. 1272: STP-S application for High School Drive pedestrian improvements
• Recognition of Officer Seth Mundorf as 2020 Officer of the Year

The Board of Aldermen approved a temporary speed cushion on McKnight Road near Tilles Park, contingent on the City of Ladue approving a similar measure. The board also passed ordinances for a library lease agreement and a disabled parking space at 8910 Madge Avenue. All other agenda items were approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved temporary speed cushion on McKnight Road (6-2)
• Passed Bill 6312, library lease agreement, as Ordinance 4952 (8-0)
• Passed Bill 6315, disabled parking space at 8910 Madge Ave, as Ordinance 4953 (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including resolutions 1270-1273 and warrants (8-0)
• Moved to closed session for real estate, legal, and personnel matters (8-0)

Public Works Committee

The Brentwood Public Works Committee is meeting virtually to discuss design concepts for Norm West Park and an event lawn, along with several infrastructure and planning items. The agenda includes updates on the OMCI project, change orders for surveying services related to the Brentwood Promenade and York Village street light easements, and new business such as pedestrian improvements on High School Drive, pervious pavement discussion, temporary ADA signage at 8910 Madge Avenue, and eCargo bikes. The meeting is open to public comment via Zoom, teleconference, or email.

• Christner presentation on design concepts for Norm West Park and event lawn
• Change order with TWM, Inc. for additional property research and surveying for Brentwood Promenade
• Change order with TWM, Inc. for additional surveying for York Village street light easements
• High School Drive STP-S pedestrian improvements
• Discussion on pervious/permeable pavement for driveways

The Public Works Committee approved moving forward with the cost estimate and pricing phase for the Norm West Park pavilion design, and authorized several other actions including a change order for surveying services, a playground design RFQ, and a stormwater project list. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved moving forward with cost estimate and pricing phase for Norm West Park pavilion (unanimous)
• Approved allowing Forest ReLeaf to use city water for tree watering in York Village (unanimous)
• Approved moving forward with hybrid playground design and RFQ with tiered cost options (unanimous)
• Approved change order with TWM for Brentwood Promenade surveying (unanimous)
• Approved change order with TWM for York Village street light easements (unanimous)
• Approved abandoning 15-foot alley portion and working with residents on legal costs (unanimous)
• Approved title search for 2524 Melvin Ave to determine park ownership (unanimous)
• Approved vacating walkway from Bremerton to Manderly and Hilldale strip (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Brentwood Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting virtually to review a site development plan for an office building at 8419 Manchester Road (Case #21-01). The agenda also includes routine items like approving prior meeting minutes, reports from the aldermanic representative and city planner, and appointing a site plan subcommittee. Public access is via live stream, with questions accepted in advance by email.

• Case #21-01: Site Development Plan for an office building at 8419 Manchester Road
• Approval of minutes from November 18 meeting
• January Meeting Site Plan Subcommittee appointments (TBD)
• Aldermanic and City Planner reports

Sustainability Commission

The Brentwood Sustainability Commission is holding its regular meeting virtually via Zoom. The agenda includes electing a chair and vice chair, establishing the meeting schedule, reviewing a city ordinance, and receiving a staff presentation on the commission's roles and duties. The commission will also discuss eCargo bikes as new business. Public comments are accepted via Zoom, email, or phone.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair of the Commission
• Establish meeting dates and time for 2021
• Review of Ordinance and presentation on roles and duties
• Discussion of eCargo bikes as new business
• Public comments accepted via Zoom, email, or phone

Public Safety Committee

The Brentwood Public Safety Committee is meeting virtually to discuss public safety matters. The agenda includes reports from the fire, police, and public works departments, with presentations on installing additional streetlights in Wards 1 and 4, traffic data collection on Strassner Drive for a stop sign investigation, and speed cushions at the McKnight Road crosswalk. The meeting also includes citizen comments and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Presentation on timeline for installation of additional streetlights in Ward 1 and Ward 4
• Presentation on Traffic Data Collection on Strassner Drive - Stop Sign Investigation
• Presentation on McKnight Road - Speed Cushions at the Crosswalk
• Approval of meeting minutes from 11.25.20