Brentwood public meetings in 2025

Sustainability Commission

The Brentwood Sustainability Commission will review the draft plastic‑netting policy and its cost implications, discuss the Family and DIY Sustainability Toolkits that are being prepared for public use, receive a report on 2025 sustainability accomplishments, and consider adopting a community sustainability dashboard with a $5,000 setup fee and $9,500 annual license.

• Review draft plastic‑netting policy and cost implications for City projects
• Family Sustainability Toolkit and DIY Energy‑Saving Toolkit, with three kits donated by Home Depot
• 2025 sustainability accomplishments report, including SolSmart Silver designation and goat land‑management at Memorial Park
• Paint recycling events: $500 per event plus $1.00 per pound of latex paint
• Sustainability dashboard proposal: $5,000 one‑time setup, $9,500 annual license ($14,500 total first year)

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It agreed to host two paint‑recycling events, one in June and one in December, and will cover costs up to $3,000 if the grant is not awarded. Staff was directed to continue researching a community sustainability dashboard and report back next month. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous vote)
• Agreed to host two paint‑recycling events (June/December)
• Directed staff to continue research on a community sustainability dashboard
• Noted that plastic‑netting policy draft will be reviewed in early 2026

Architectural Review Board

The provided agenda contains only subscription notifications. No official business, decisions, or discussions are listed for this meeting.

Board of Aldermen

The Brentwood Board of Aldermen will consider several ordinances, including a second reading of the FY 2026 adopted budget and a building code update. The consent agenda will present operating fund expenditures of $192,054.79 and $10,989.00 from 2019 certificates of participation. Additional items include a tree‑removal ordinance and public hearing/comments.

• Consent agenda: approve operating funds expenditures $192,054.79 and revised 2019 Certificates of Participation $10,989.00.
• Bill No. 6574 – second reading to adopt 2024 ICC building codes, effective Jan 1 2026.
• Bill No. 6578 – second reading to adopt FY 2026 budget of $34,477,005 with an added expense of $389,507.
• Bill No. 6579 – second reading to add ordinance establishing fees for removal of trees in the public right‑of‑way.
• Public hearing and citizen comments scheduled before reports and mayor/aldermen updates.

The Board of Aldermen approved the consent agenda and passed five ordinances covering technical building codes, the 2026 city budget, tree removal in public rights‑of‑way, and revised employee compensation. Two resolutions were also adopted to purchase a strip of land for a retaining‑wall easement and to contract concrete sidewalk cutting services. All motions passed with unanimous aye votes.

• Consent agenda approved (unanimous aye votes)
• Ordinance #5204 – Technical code amendments adopted (unanimous aye votes)
• Ordinance #5205 – FY 2026 city budget adopted (unanimous aye votes)
• Ordinance #5206 – Tree removal provisions added (unanimous aye votes)
• Ordinance #5207 – Revised employee compensation schedule adopted (unanimous aye votes)
• Resolution 1576 – Purchase and easement for 2.5‑ft grass strip on Manderly Drive approved (unanimous aye votes)
• Resolution 1577 – Contract for concrete sidewalk cutting services approved (unanimous aye votes)

Brentwood/Eager Transportation Development District

The Board of Directors will consider a resolution to elect its officers, including chairman, treasurer, secretary, and to appoint an Executive Director. It will also consider adopting an amended budget for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025 and a new budget for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026. Additionally, the Board will consider authorizing issuance of Sales Tax and Assessment Revenue Bonds, Series 2026, to refund a portion of subordinate revenue bonds. The meeting includes public comments, setting the date for the next meeting, and any additional business.

• Resolution No. 2025-03 – elect officers and appoint Executive Director
• Resolution No. 2025-04 – adopt amended FY2025 budget and FY2026 budget
• Resolution No. 2025-05 – authorize issuance of Series 2026 Sales Tax and Assessment Revenue Bonds
• Approval of minutes from the November 17, 2025 meeting
• Public comments and setting date for the next meeting

Brentwood/Eager Transportation Development District

The Brentwood/Eager Transportation Development District owners will conduct roll call, elect a temporary chairman and secretary, approve the December 17, 2024 owners’ meeting minutes, elect new directors, hear comments, and set the date for the next meeting. Any additional business may also be addressed.

• Elect temporary chairman
• Elect temporary secretary
• Approve December 17, 2024 owners’ meeting minutes
• Elect new directors
• Set date for next meeting

Public Works Committee

The committee will review a contract with Precision Concrete Cutting to repair public sidewalks in the Brentwood Forest Condominium Association area, costing $29,464. It will also consider adopting an updated Public Works Mutual Aid Agreement that expands emergency assistance to additional municipalities. Additional items include a decision on removing a gravel driveway at 8703 Rosalie Avenue and updates on temporary parking lot permits and Mt. Calvary Park.

• Sidewalk Improvements – Ward 4: contract with Precision Concrete Cutting, $29,464 for ~1,432 ft of sidewalk work
• Public Works Mutual Aid Agreement: updated agreement requiring Board of Aldermen adoption
• 8703 Rosalie Avenue driveway: city to remove gravel driveway in spring 2026 after owner declined paving
• Temporary parking lots at Brentwood Park: permit extensions through Jan 26 2026 and dust‑control action plan
• Mt. Calvary Park presentation: stakeholder workshop recommendations from SWT

The Public Works Committee voted to recommend a $29,464 contract for sidewalk repairs on several streets and to notify the owner of 8703 Rosalie Avenue that their gravel driveway will be removed in spring 2026. Both motions passed unanimously among the members present. The committee also approved the agenda and consent items by acclamation.

• Approved recommendation for $29,464 sidewalk improvement contract (3-0)
• Approved notification to 8703 Rosalie Ave owner about driveway removal (unanimous)
• Agenda approved by acclamation
• Consent agenda approved by acclamation

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a Conditional Use Permit and Site Development Plan for a T‑Mobile retail store at 1201 Strassner Drive. New business includes a request to postpone a site plan for 350 Hanley Industrial Court, a permit for Jet’s Pizza at 8824 Manchester Road, and amendments to the library site plan and a sign plan for the T‑Mobile store. The commission will also present draft Commercial Architectural Design Guidelines.

• Case #25-015: Conditional Use Permit and Site Development Plan for T‑Mobile Retail Store at 1201 Strassner Drive
• Case #25-014: Request to postpone Site Development Plan for new building at 350 Hanley Industrial Court to Jan 14, 2026
• Case #25-016: Conditional Use Permit for Jet’s Pizza carry‑out and delivery at 8824 Manchester Road
• Case #25-017: Amendment to Site Development Plans and Landscaping for Brentwood Public Library at 2201 S. Brentwood Blvd
• Presentation of Draft Commercial Architectural Design Guidelines

The commission approved the agenda to combine the two T‑Mobile projects and adopted the meeting minutes. It granted the conditional use permit for the T‑Mobile retail store at 1201 Strassner Drive and approved its comprehensive sign plan with blacked‑out windows. The commission postponed the Hanley Industrial Court site plan to the January 2026 meeting, approved the Jet’s Pizza conditional use permit with staff conditions, and adopted the library landscape plan restoring trees after a failed recommendation motion.

• Agenda combined T‑Mobile projects 6.01 & 7.04 approved by acclamation
• November 12, 2025 minutes approved by acclamation
• Conditional Use Permit for T‑Mobile Retail Store at 1201 Strassner Drive approved (unanimous)
• Comprehensive sign plan for T‑Mobile with blacked‑out windows approved (unanimous)
• Site Development Plan for 350 Hanley Industrial Court postponed to Jan 14, 2026 (unanimous)
• Conditional Use Permit for Jet’s Pizza at 8824 Manchester Road approved with staff conditions (unanimous)
• Motion to recommend revised library landscape plan failed (no second)
• Library landscape plan approved as submitted, restoring trees to courtyard (unanimous)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will consider an old‑business item for 2002 S Brentwood involving exterior material changes that differ from the approved design. It will also discuss five new‑business proposals submitted by the Planning and Development Department, covering interior remodels, a covered patio and garage, a deck replacement, and a new two‑story single‑family home. The board will approve the minutes from the October 16, 2025 meeting.

• 2002 S Brentwood – Rear and side exterior material alteration (old business)
• 9360 Pine – Interior remodel minimizing a window with black siding
• 9339 White – New covered patio, detached garage, replace asphalt driveway with concrete
• 8906 Powell – Replace decking frame with new covered deck and stairs
• 9108 Moritz – New construction of a two‑story single‑family residence with two‑car tuck‑under garage

The board deferred approval of the October 16, 2025 minutes and postponed further discussion of the 2002 S. Brentwood exterior alteration to the next meeting. It approved the interior remodel at 9360 Pine, the new patio and driveway at 9339 White, the deck replacement at 8906 Powell, and the new two‑story home at 9108 Moritz, each by unanimous vote.

• Minutes of Oct 16 2025 not approved; deferred to next meeting (unanimous)
• 2002 S Brentwood exterior alteration discussion continued to next meeting (unanimous)
• Approved 9360 Pine interior remodel with black siding (unanimous)
• Approved 9339 White new covered patio, detached garage, and concrete driveway (unanimous)
• Approved 8906 Powell replacement deck with stairs (unanimous)
• Approved 9108 Moritz new two‑story single‑family home with garage (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider two appeals regarding property setbacks and fence height restrictions. These decisions determine whether specific properties can deviate from established city zoning and building codes.

• Appeal for 350 Hanley Industrial Court to allow a 3-story office building with a 310 square foot encroachment into the rear yard setback
• Appeal for 8642 White Avenue to allow a 6-foot solid vinyl fence on top of a 2-foot retaining wall, totaling 8 feet in height

Board of Aldermen

The Board will hold a public hearing on the KinderCare Day Care Facility Conditional Use Permit and Site Development Plan at 8109‑8111 Manchester Road. It will also consider resolutions approving contracts for HVAC maintenance at the Recreation Complex and Ice Rink refrigeration maintenance, as well as continuing participation in the Missouri GEMT reimbursement program. The meeting includes approval of a warrant list for operating expenditures totaling $51,532.12 and adoption of the November 17 minutes.

• Public hearing on KinderCare Day Care Conditional Use Permit at 8109‑8111 Manchester Rd
• Resolution 1570: 3‑year HVAC preventative maintenance contract with DEKA Service (Year 1 cost $11,406)
• Resolution 1571: 3‑year Ice Rink refrigeration maintenance contract with Murphy Company (Year 1 cost $45,000)
• Resolution 1572: Authorization of agreement with EMS/MC for Missouri GEMT program (no out‑of‑pocket cost to city)
• Approval of warrant list operating expenditures $51,532.12

The Board adopted ordinance #5203 granting a conditional use permit for a KinderCare daycare at 8109‑8111 Manchester Road. It also approved a resolution raising the sewer lateral repair reimbursement to $4,250 per address. The 2026 budget ordinance reading was postponed, and the consent agenda containing several service contracts was approved.

• Approved consent agenda (Resolutions 1570‑1574) – all ayes
• Postponed 2nd reading of Bill No. 6578 (2026 budget ordinance) – unanimous vote
• Approved Resolution No. 1575 – increase sewer lateral repair reimbursement to $4,250 per address – all ayes
• Held 2nd reading of Bill No. 6580 (KinderCare conditional use permit) – ayes: Plufka, Lochmoeller, Gould, Harter, Erger; nays: Tice, Goad, Sims
• Perfected Bill No. 6580 into ordinance #5203 – all ayes
• Motion to enter closed session – all ayes

Public Safety Committee

The committee will consider an updated ordinance to regulate electric mini bikes and hold discussions on Fire Department compliance and reimbursement programs. The body will also review a medical services agreement for the Brentwood School District.

• Proposed ordinance making parents of children under 17 liable for electric bike traffic and helmet violations, with fines up to $1,000
• Proposed participation in the Missouri Ground Emergency Medical Transport (GEMT) reimbursement program for FY25
• Adoption of the Fire Department Health Care Compliance Plan for implementation January 1, 2026
• Memorandum of Understanding with AccuCare Event Medical to provide services for Brentwood School District athletic events
• Informational reports from Police, Fire, and Public Works departments

Communications Committee

The Brentwood Communications Committee will approve the agenda, hear citizen comments, and receive reports from the chair, aldermen, city administrator, and the communications department. It will discuss the November social media analytics report and provide updates on two pending requests for proposals: one for a comprehensive logo and branding initiative and another for on‑call crisis communications consulting. The meeting will also consider approval of the September 16, 2025 minutes.

• Social Media Analytics report (Year‑to‑Date engagement and impressions)
• Logo and Branding Project RFQ – to be issued Dec 1 2025, submission deadline Jan 15 2026
• RFQ for On‑Call Crisis Communications Consulting Services – draft reviewed, publishing date not set
• Approval of September 16, 2025 meeting minutes
• Citizen comments segment

The Communications Committee approved its meeting agenda by acclamation and unanimously approved the September 16, 2025 meeting minutes. The committee announced plans to issue a Request for Qualifications for the city’s logo and branding project on December 1, 2025, with a submission deadline of January 15, 2026. It also announced plans to issue a Request for Qualifications for on‑call crisis communications consulting services on the same dates.

• Approved meeting agenda by acclamation
• Approved September 16, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous vote)
• Announced plan to issue RFQ for logo and branding project on Dec 1 2025 (deadline Jan 15 2026)
• Announced plan to issue RFQ for on‑call crisis communications consulting services on Dec 1 2025 (deadline Jan 15 2026)

Police & Fire Pension Board

The Police and Firefighters' Pension Plan Board of Trustees will meet to approve minutes and review the fund's financial statements and investment performance for the third quarter of 2025.

• Approval of August 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of Police/Firemen's Pension Fund financial statements (as of 09-30-2025)
• Review of investment performance (3Q25 Brentwood Report)

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda, including expected comments from Ekon. It also unanimously approved the minutes from the August 19, 2025 meeting. No old or new business items were acted upon.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 19, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Brentwood Board of Aldermen will conduct a public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2026 Adopted Budget, which totals $34,087,498. The meeting includes the first reading of Bill No. 6578 to adopt the budget and a discussion of Resolution No. 1569 to adopt a revised Vehicle Replacement Policy. Additional items include a consent agenda for a warrant list of operating funds.

• Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2026 Adopted Budget – total $34,087,498
• First reading of Bill No. 6578 to adopt the FY 2026 budget
• Resolution No. 1569 – adoption of revised Vehicle Replacement Policy
• Consent agenda: warrant list for operating funds – $197,465.48
• Mayor and Aldermen reports

The Board of Aldermen approved the consent agenda. They adopted Resolution No. 1569, updating the city’s vehicle replacement policy. A motion to enter closed session for legal and contractual matters was carried. The FY2026 budget ordinance received its first reading but was not adopted.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous aye)
• Adopted Resolution #1569 vehicle replacement policy (unanimous aye)
• Entered closed session for legal matters (unanimous aye)
• First reading of Bill #6578 FY2026 budget (title reading only, no vote)

Public Hearing Notices

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing to discuss the adoption of the fiscal year budget starting January 1, 2026. The governing body may choose to leave the hearing open for further comment at future meetings before taking final action.

• Proposed 2026 Total Revenue: $35,385,276
• Proposed 2026 Total Expenditures: $34,087,498
• Proposed General Fund revenue: $16,779,420
• Proposed Storm Water & Parks Improvements revenue: $8,419,271
• Proposed Capital Improvements Fund revenue: $4,657,217

Brentwood/Eager Transportation Development District

The Hanley/Eager Road Transportation Development District Board of Directors will meet to consider extending a sales tax and approve past financial statements. The meeting will take place at 8300 Eager Road.

• Resolution No. 2025-01: Extension of 1% sales tax for ten years through August 31, 2053
• Resolution No. 2025-02: Approval of fiscal year 2024 financial statements prepared by UHY LLP

Public Works Committee

The committee will consider establishing an ordinance and fees for removing city-owned trees in the public right-of-way. Members will also discuss increasing the $3,500 sewer lateral repair cost limit and a grant for recycling events.

• Proposed ordinance for city tree removal fees (MSD minimum of $225 per tree)
• Grant application for $8,220 to fund 2026 paper, electronics, and paint recycling events
• Discussion on increasing the $3,500 Sewer Lateral Qualified Repair Cost Limit
• Proposed HVAC maintenance contract with DEKA Service starting at $11,406 for Year 1
• 2024 ICC Building Code Update (Bill No 6574)

The committee unanimously approved the creation of a family sustainability toolkit and a DIY energy‑saving toolkit. It also unanimously approved a motion to apply for a St. Louis County health grant to fund paint‑recycling events. A separate unanimous motion directed staff to present a tree‑removal fee ordinance to the Board of Aldermen.

• Approved creation of family sustainability toolkit and DIY energy‑saving toolkit (unanimous)
• Approved applying for St. Louis County health grant for paint‑recycling events (unanimous)
• Approved motion to present tree‑removal fee ordinance to Board of Aldermen (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda by acclamation
• Approved consent agenda by acclamation
• Requested staff to develop a maintenance plan for Brentwood Park parking lot

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to approve minutes from previous meetings and consider two conditional use permit applications: one for a T-Mobile store at Hanley Station and one for a KinderCare daycare on Manchester Road. The body will also review the draft 2026 meeting schedule.

• Approval of minutes from October 8 and October 29 meetings
• Conditional Use Permit for T-Mobile Retail Store at 1201 Strassner Drive
• Conditional Use Permit for KinderCare Child Daycare at 8109-8111 Manchester Road
• Draft 2026 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Schedule
• Public comments period for agenda items not on the docket

The agenda and prior meeting minutes were approved by acclamation. The commission approved the conditional use permit for the KinderCare daycare at 8109‑8111 Manchester Road with conditions, including a left‑turn restriction from 4 pm to 6 pm Monday‑Friday. The commission voted to continue the review of the T‑Mobile retail store project at 1201 Strassner Drive. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Agenda approved by acclamation
• October 8, 2025 commission minutes approved by acclamation
• October 29, 2025 site‑plan subcommittee minutes approved by acclamation
• KinderCare conditional use permit approved with traffic conditions (left‑turn 4‑6 pm Mon‑Fri)
• Motion to continue T‑Mobile retail store review adopted

Ways & Means Committee

The committee will host a Citizen Budget Forum to gather community input for the Fiscal Year 2026 budget. Members will also review operations and capital budget presentations from the Police and Fire departments.

• Citizen Budget Forum for Fiscal Year 2026 budget preparation
• FY2026 Operations and Capital Budget presentations from Fire and Police departments
• Proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 135 regarding suspension and debarment assessments for construction projects
• Discussion of FY2026 budget timeline including a public hearing on November 17

The Ways & Means Committee approved the October 28, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. It also approved a motion to present the Fiscal Year 2026 proposed budget to the Board of Aldermen, again unanimously. Finally, the committee approved an amendment to the City’s Financial Policies and Procedures Manual to require suspension and debarment assessments on construction projects with other governmental partners.

• Approved October 28, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to present FY2026 proposed budget to Board of Aldermen (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to financial policies for suspension and debarment assessments on construction projects (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will consider and vote on the consent agenda, which includes the warrant list for operating budget expenditures totaling $189,625.08. The meeting also includes a public hearing, citizen comments, and reports from the mayor, aldermen, and city administrator. The session is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Approve warrant list for operating budget expenditures $189,625.08
• Public hearing
• Citizen comments
• Mayor and aldermen reports
• Approve minutes from October 20, 2025 meeting

The Board approved the consent agenda, which included $950.40 for Brentwood Bound Projects and $316,699.47 for operating budget expenditures. The motion to approve the consent agenda passed with all members voting aye. A separate motion to enter a closed session for legal matters was also carried unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved Brentwood Bound Projects $950.40 (all aye)
• Approved Operating Budget Expenditures $316,699.47 (all aye)
• Approved Revised 2019 Certificates of Participation Proceeds $0 (all aye)
• Approved overall total $316,699.47 (all aye)
• Approved consent agenda (all aye)
• Approved meeting minutes from 10/20/25 (all aye)
• Entered closed session for legal matters (all aye)
• Adjourned closed session at 6:11 p.m. (all aye)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a work session to review a presentation on the Draft Commercial Architectural Design Guidelines. The meeting is primarily focused on this single presentation.

• Presentation of the Draft Commercial Architectural Design Guidelines

The Board of Aldermen reviewed a draft set of Commercial Architectural Design Guidelines presented by Tim Breihan of H3 Studio. Members discussed various components of the draft and were asked to continue reviewing it for further edits. No formal approvals, denials, or other actions were recorded.

Planning & Zoning Subcommittee

The Brentwood Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss Case #25-012, a conditional use permit and site development plan for a KinderCare child daycare facility located at 8109-8111 Manchester Road. This item is listed under Old Business for the October 29, 2025 meeting. No other agenda items are noted.

• Conditional Use Permit and Site Development Plan for KinderCare Child Daycare at 8109-8111 Manchester Road (Case #25-012)

Ways & Means Committee

The committee will hear department presentations on the Fiscal Year 2026 operations and capital budget from Parks and Recreation and Public Works. It will discuss an amended Vehicle Replacement Policy and outline the upcoming budget hearing schedule. A Citizen Budget Forum will be held to collect public input on the FY 2026 budget. An informational memo on the 2026 payroll schedule for exempt salary employees will also be presented.

• FY 2026 Operations and Capital Budget presentations by Parks and Recreation and Public Works
• Amended Vehicle Replacement Policy discussion (Public Works)
• Citizen Budget Forum to gather input on FY 2026 budget
• Timeline for FY 2026 Proposed Budget public hearing and board approvals
• Informational memo on 2026 payroll schedules for exempt salary employees

The committee approved the October 2, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. It voted to forward an amended Vehicle Replacement Policy to the Board of Aldermen for consideration. The agenda was approved by acclamation and FY 2026 budget proposals were presented, but no budget actions were taken.

• Approved October 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Forwarded amended Vehicle Replacement Policy to Board of Aldermen (ayes from Goad, Gould, Erger, Tice)
• Approved meeting agenda by acclamation

Sustainability Commission

The Brentwood Sustainability Commission will review staff recommendations on a Family Sustainability Toolkit and a DIY Energy‑Saving & Sustainability Toolkit, and will consider scheduling up to two latex paint‑recycling events in 2026 to apply for a St. Louis County health reimbursement grant. The commission will also discuss a proposal to ban plastic netting in erosion‑control applications. An update will note that the city received SolSmart Silver Designation while the Charging Smart program is paused.

• Staff recommends proceeding with the Family Sustainability Toolkit (≈ $200 initial cost, $50–$100 annual restock).
• Staff seeks direction on a DIY Energy Saving & Sustainability Toolkit (≈ $500–$600 to assemble, $100 per use for consumables).
• Recommendation to schedule up to two latex paint‑recycling events in 2026 ($500 per event, $1 per pound) and submit for a health reimbursement grant.
• Discussion item proposing a ban on plastic netting in erosion‑control, vegetation mats, and turf.
• City received SolSmart Silver Designation; SolSmart Gold not achieved and Charging Smart program paused.

The Sustainability Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It also unanimously voted to forward a recommendation to the Public Works Committee to apply for the St. Louis County Department of Health reimbursement grant and cover costs for up to two latex paint recycling events in 2026. No other actions were decided.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Forwarded recommendation to Public Works Committee to apply for paint‑recycling grant (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Brentwood Board of Adjustment will hold its regular meeting with standard procedural items such as roll call and agenda approval. A public comment period will allow residents to speak on issues not on the agenda. The primary business is a variance request (Case #25-015) to permit a 6‑foot solid white vinyl fence at the property line on Dorothy Avenue for 8634 Joseph Avenue, deviating from the front‑yard fence regulations.

• Case #25-015 – variance request for a 6‑foot solid white vinyl fence at 8634 Joseph Avenue on Dorothy Avenue
• Citizen comments – opportunity for residents to address issues not on the agenda

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance to replace decks at 9076‑9086 W. Swan Circle. It also approved a variance for an addition at 7 Cricket Lane with a setback condition of no more than 14.11 feet. A third variance was approved for a two‑car garage addition at 8501 Douglas Court.

• Approved deck replacement variance for 9076‑9086 W. Swan Circle (all in favor)
• Approved addition variance for 7 Cricket Lane with setback limited to 14.11 ft (Goad‑yes; Keeling‑yes; McDaniels‑no; Kaiser‑yes; Marshall‑yes)
• Approved garage variance for 8501 Douglas Court as requested (all in favor)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will hear reports from the Police, Fire, and Public Works departments and consider citizen comments. It will also address old business concerning the Pine Avenue street parking survey, for which staff recommends keeping current parking restrictions unchanged. The meeting includes a consent agenda for the September 24, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Review of Pine Avenue street parking survey (staff recommends no change)
• Police Department report
• Fire Department report
• Public Works Department report
• Consent agenda: September 24, 2025 meeting minutes

The Public Safety Committee approved the McKnight Road Crosswalk Pilot Program agreement, which was authorized by the Board of Aldermen and executed by the City Administrator. The committee also approved the consent agenda minutes unanimously. Staff installed a new LED stop sign on Wrenwood Lane, and the committee took no action on the proposed Pine Avenue parking changes, keeping current restrictions.

• Approved consent agenda minutes (4-0)
• Approved McKnight Road Crosswalk Pilot Program agreement (Board of Aldermen approval, City Administrator executed)
• Installed LED stop sign on south side of Wrenwood Lane
• No action taken on Pine Avenue street parking revisions (current restrictions remain)

Board of Aldermen

The Brentwood Board of Aldermen will vote on the consent agenda, including approval of the operating budget warrant list totaling $316,699.47. It will adopt Resolution No. 1568 to hold the General Municipal Election on April 7, 2026. The board will consider Bill No. 6576 to amend solar energy system definitions and Bill No. 6577 to extend temporary parking lots on Manchester Road for 180 days. Recognitions for a fire lieutenant promotion and a life‑saving award will also be presented.

• Resolution No. 1568 – schedule General Municipal Election for April 7, 2026
• Bill No. 6576 – ordinance amending solar energy system definitions (first and second reading)
• Bill No. 6577 – ordinance extending temporary parking lots at 8616 and 8615 Manchester Road for 180 days
• Warrant List – approval of operating budget expenditures $316,699.47
• Fire Department recognitions – promotion of Lt. Darren Chaves and Life Saving Award to Ms. Renee McBroom

The Board approved its consent agenda, authorizing $316,699.47 in operating budget expenditures. It adopted Ordinance #5201, amending code sections on solar energy system definitions. The Board amended Bill 6577, extending the temporary parking lot permit on Manchester Road for an additional 90 days, moving the expiration to April 26, 2026. It also approved the October 6, 2025 meeting minutes and a resolution to hold the municipal election on April 7, 2026.

• Approved consent agenda authorizing $316,699.47 operating budget expenditures (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #5201 amending solar energy definitions (motion carried)
• Amended Bill 6577 to extend temporary parking lot permits by 90 days to April 26 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 1568 to hold municipal election April 7 2026 (motion passed)
• Approved October 6, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will approve the minutes from the September 25, 2025 meeting and consider two project applications: a rear and side exterior material alteration at 2002 S Brentwood, and a front porch renovation at 8623 Henrietta.

• 2002 S Brentwood – rear and side exterior material alteration (previously reviewed)
• 8623 Henrietta – front porch renovation
• Approval of September 25, 2025 meeting minutes

The board unanimously approved the September 25, 2025 meeting minutes. The request to alter the rear and side exterior material at 2002 S. Brentwood was tabled pending verification of the drawings, with all members voting in favor. The front porch renovation at 8623 Henrietta was approved as presented, with all members voting in favor.

• Approved September 25, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Tabled 2002 S Brentwood exterior material alteration pending drawing verification (all in favor)
• Approved 8623 Henrietta front porch renovation (all in favor)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will receive reports from Public Works, Planning and Development, Parks and Recreation, and the Sustainability Commission. It will consider a proposed ordinance and fee for the removal of city‑owned trees within the public right‑of‑way. It will also consider the purchase of a 2.5‑foot strip of land and a temporary construction easement at 2828 Manderly Drive to facilitate a retaining‑wall project.

• Proposed ordinance and fee for removal of city‑owned trees in the public right‑of‑way (Planning & Development)
• Purchase of a 2.5‑foot strip of land and temporary construction easement at 2828 Manderly Drive for a retaining‑wall (Public Works)
• Public Works report on updates regarding light poles on Salem (informational)
• Planning & Development update: 196 new building permits and 800 inspections in September (informational)

The Public Works Committee voted to recommend the City purchase a 2.5‑foot strip of land at 2828 Manderly Drive and to grant a temporary construction easement for a retaining‑wall project. The motion passed with three ayes (Goad, Erger, Lochmoeller) and one member absent (Tice). The committee also unanimously approved rescheduling the Brentwood Days drone show to the 2026 event.

• Recommended purchase of land and temporary easement at 2828 Manderly Dr – passed (Goad aye, Erger aye, Lochmoeller aye; Tice absent)
• Rescheduled Brentwood Days drone show to 2026 – passed unanimously

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Brentwood Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a Conditional Use Permit and Site Development Plan for a KinderCare Child Daycare Facility located at 8109-8111 Manchester Road. The meeting also includes routine agenda approval, approval of the September 10, 2025 minutes, and a period for citizen comments.

• Conditional Use Permit and Site Development Plan for KinderCare daycare at 8109-8111 Manchester Road
• Approval of the minutes from the September 10, 2025 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting
• Citizen comments period for public input

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the September 10, 2025 minutes by acclamation. After extensive discussion of the Conditional Use Permit and site plan for a KinderCare child‑daycare at 8109‑8111 Manchester Road, a motion was made and seconded to refer the application to the subcommittee. The motion passed with all members in favor.

• Agenda approved by acclamation
• September 10, 2025 minutes approved by acclamation
• Moved KinderCare Conditional Use Permit to subcommittee (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Brentwood Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing on a proposed text amendment to Section 400.2100 to clarify language for solar energy systems. A separate public hearing will consider a Comprehensive Sign Plan amendment for 1234 Hanley Industrial Court to allow larger tenant wall signs. The meeting also includes an appointment to the Redevelopment Corporation Board, approval of special use permits for a Night Vendor Market, and a resolution to contract Castle Contracting for playground repairs.

• Public hearing on text amendment to Section 400.2100 (solar energy systems)
• Public hearing on Comprehensive Sign Plan amendment for 1234 Hanley Industrial Court (larger tenant wall signs)
• Appointment of Jack Shelton, Ward 1, to the Brentwood Redevelopment Corporation Board
• Approval of special use permits for a temporary liquor license at the Night Vendor Market in Brentwood Park
• Resolution approving Castle Contracting to make repairs at the Brentwood Park Destination Playground

The Board unanimously appointed Jack Shelton to the Redevelopment Board. It also approved four resolutions authorizing playground repairs, a fee waiver for school district use of parks, a crosswalk lighting pilot, and acceptance of a $50,000 grant for police radios. Additionally, the Board adopted an ordinance amending the comprehensive sign plan for 1234 Hanley Industrial Court to allow larger tenant signs.

• Appointed Jack Shelton to Redevelopment Board (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 1564 to hire Castle Contracting for playground repairs ($40,120) (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 1565 to waive fees for Brentwood School District use of parks (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 1566 for Tapco crosswalk lighting pilot program (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 1567 to accept $50,000 Missouri Blue Shield grant for police radios (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #5 200 amending comprehensive sign plan for 1234 Hanley Industrial Court (8-0)

Public Hearing Notices

The Brentwood Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing on October 6, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall. The hearing concerns an application by Jenn Steward of JDE Capital LLC, on behalf of 1234 Hanley Park LLC, to amend the Comprehensive Sign Plan for 1234 Hanley Industrial Court. The amendment would permit larger tenant wall signs than currently allowed under Section 410.135, pending recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Commission. The Board may approve the amendment at this meeting or defer a final decision to a later meeting.

• Amendment request to the Comprehensive Sign Plan for 1234 Hanley Industrial Court
• Proposed larger tenant wall signs exceeding current limits under Section 410.135
• Application submitted by Jenn Steward of JDE Capital LLC on behalf of 1234 Hanley Park LLC
• Reference to original Comprehensive Sign Plan approved by Ordinance No. 5136 on June 17, 2024
• Public hearing scheduled for Oct 6, 2025, 6:00 p.m. at Brentwood City Hall, 2348 S. Brentwood Blvd.

Public Hearing Notices

The Brentwood Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing on October 6, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall. The hearing concerns the city's application to amend Section 400.2100 (Permitted Accessory Use and Structures) and related sections to clarify language about solar energy systems. The board may choose not to take final action that night and could continue the hearing at a later meeting.

• Application to amend Section 400.2100 and related zoning sections
• Clarify language regarding solar energy systems
• Public hearing scheduled for Oct 6, 2025, 6:00 p.m. at 2348 S. Brentwood Blvd.

Ways & Means Committee

The Ways & Means Committee will discuss the Fiscal Year 2026 Proposed Budget and present department updates on operations and capital spending. A Citizen Budget Forum will be held to gather public input on budget priorities. The committee will consider legislation to accept the SFY 2026 Missouri Blue Shield Grant for purchasing police radios. Investment and financial statements for August 2025 will be reported for information.

• Blue Shield City Grant Agreement to fund seven police radios under the SFY 2026 budget
• Overview of the Fiscal Year 2026 Proposed Budget
• Department presentations – IT, Planning and Development, Municipal Court, Administration
• Citizen Budget Forum for public input on FY 2026 budget preparation
• Investment Report and August 2025 financial statements presented for information

The commission voted unanimously to accept the Missouri Blue Shield Grant award for Motorola radios for the police department. The consent agenda approving the July 16, August 7, and September 4, 2025 meeting minutes was also approved by acclamation. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved acceptance of Missouri Blue Shield Grant for police radios (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda minutes from July 16, August 7, Sept 4, 2025 (by acclamation)

Architectural Review Board

The Brentwood Architectural Review Board will meet on September 25, 2025 to consider several residential construction proposals. Items include a rear room addition, a detached garage, a new deck and screen room, an enlarged front porch, and exterior door and window alterations. The board will also approve the August 21, 2025 meeting minutes, hear public comments, and receive the building official’s report.

• 2856 Manderly – room addition in the rear of the home
• 9366 White – new detached garage
• 9370 Pine – new deck and screen room
• 2608 Salem – enlarge front porch
• 9360 Sonora – exterior alteration to existing door frame and window

The board approved applications for a rear room addition at 2856 Manderly Drive, a detached garage at 9366 White Avenue, a new deck and screenroom at 9370 Pine, an enlarged front porch at 2608 Salem, an exterior door‑to‑window alteration at 9360 Sonora Avenue, and an accessory structure at 9000 Moritz. Each motion was made by a board member, seconded by another, and passed with all members in favor. No other actions were taken.

• Approved rear room addition at 2856 Manderly Drive (all in favor)
• Approved detached garage at 9366 White Avenue (all in favor)
• Approved new deck and screenroom at 9370 Pine (all in favor)
• Approved enlarged front porch at 2608 Salem (all in favor)
• Approved exterior door‑frame/window alteration at 9360 Sonora Avenue (all in favor)
• Approved accessory structure (shed) at 9000 Moritz (all in favor)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will consider an ordinance to establish 2025 property tax rates for general municipal purposes and police and fire retirement funds. This action follows updated valuation data from the St. Louis County Assessor. The board will also review a payment for carnival ride services.

• Bill No. 6572.1: Ordinance to repeal Ordinance No. 5199 and establish 2025 property tax rates
• Payment of $37,697 to a carnival ride operator for eleven rides

The Board of Aldermen approved a revised property tax ordinance for 2025, replacing Ordinance No. 5199. They also approved a liquor license for Tonas Margarita Bar, and authorized refunds of $10,360 for Brentwood Days wristband fees. The consent agenda authorizing $37,697 in operating expenditures was adopted, and the meeting agenda was amended to include the new business items.

• Approved agenda amendment adding liquor license and wristband refund items (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda authorizing $37,697 operating budget expenditures (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license for Tonas Margarita Bar & Mexican Restaurant, 1221 Strassner Ave (unanimous)
• Approved refunds of $10,360 for Brentwood Days wristband fees, issued as park program credits or cash checks (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Bill No. 6572.1 to repeal Ordinance No. 5199 and set 2025 property tax rates (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Bill No. 6572.1 (unanimous)
• Perfected Bill No. 6572.1 into Ordinance #5199.1 (vote 7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:24 p.m.

Economic Development Sales Tax Board

The board will consider approval of the September 27, 2024 meeting minutes. Members will elect a Chair, Vice‑Chair, Designated Alternate Vice‑Chair, and Secretary for the coming year. The board will vote to approve the 2024 Economic Development Sales Tax annual report and authorize the Chair to sign it for submission to the Missouri Joint Committee on Economic Development.

• Approve the September 27, 2024 Economic Development Sales Tax Board meeting minutes.
• Elect officers: Chair, Vice‑Chair, Designated Alternate Vice‑Chair, and Secretary.
• Approve the 2024 Economic Development Sales Tax annual report for filing with the state.
• Review 2024 finances: $3,833,880 revenue; $6,399,551 total expenditures, including $3,575,630 debt service and $2,823,921 property purchase.
• Acknowledge completion of the Deer Creek Flood Mitigation Project.

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will hear reports from the Police, Fire, and Public Works departments. It will discuss a Missouri Blue Shield grant that could fund the purchase of seven Motorola handheld radios costing $44,404, with up to $50,000 available if awarded. The committee will also consider the Pine Avenue street‑parking survey, with resident responses due by October 3, 2025. Minutes from the August 27 meeting will be approved and citizen comments heard.

• Missouri Blue Shield grant application to purchase seven Motorola radios for $44,404 (up to $50,000 equipment funding)
• Pine Avenue street‑parking survey – residents choose permit parking or keep current rules; responses due Oct 3, 2025
• Approval of August 27 Public Safety Committee meeting minutes
• Department reports: Police crime and safety updates; Fire department performance measures; Public Works speed‑cushion data on High School Drive

The committee approved the September 24 agenda by acclamation. The minutes from the August 27 meeting were approved by a 4‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved meeting agenda by acclamation
• Approved August 27 meeting minutes (4-0)

Redevelopment Corporation

The Brentwood Redevelopment Corporation Board will approve the March 2025 special meeting minutes. The board will also elect officers for the new term, including President, Vice President, Executive Director, and Secretary/Treasurer. These actions fulfill the corporation's bylaws that require officer elections at the annual meeting.

• Approval of March 2025 Brentwood Redevelopment Corporation special meeting minutes
• Election of President
• Election of Vice President
• Election of Executive Director
• Election of Secretary/Treasurer

Communications Committee

The Brentwood Communications Committee will approve its agenda, hear a social‑media analytics report, and receive updates on the city’s branding and logo project and the upcoming cessation of The Pulse publication. It will also develop and present a draft Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for on‑call crisis communications consulting services, with feedback to be gathered at the next meeting. Public comments will be accepted via livestream, Zoom, telephone, or email.

• Social Media Analytics report for September 2025, including new audience‑growth and link‑click metrics
• Update on Ongoing Logo and Branding Project: termination of Raftelis contract and RFQ to be issued on or before Dec. 1, responses due mid‑January
• The Pulse will cease publication after Dec. 2025; city currently spends hundreds of dollars each month on ads and notices in the paper
• New business: draft RFQ for on‑call crisis communications consulting services to be reviewed at the October meeting
• Citizen comments accepted via livestream, Zoom, telephone, or email

The Communications Committee approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda by acclamation. It voted to terminate the city’s agreement with the branding firm Raftelis and to develop a new request for proposals for a city logo and branding, with a draft to be released by Dec. 1. The committee also noted that the city’s newspaper, The Pulse, will cease publication after Dec. 2025.

• Approved meeting agenda by acclamation
• Approved consent agenda by acclamation
• Terminated Raftelis branding contract; will draft RFQ for new branding by Dec 1
• Planned discontinuation of The Pulse newspaper after Dec 2025

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing to adopt revised 2024 International Code Council (ICC) codes. The body is also considering property tax rates for 2025 and a development agreement with Quattro Brentwood Deux, LLC.

• Public hearing on adopting 2024 ICC Codes (Building, Residential, Plumbing, Mechanical, Fire, and others)
• Bill No. 6572: Establishing property tax rates for 2025 for General Municipal Purposes and Police and Fire Retirement Fund
• Resolution No. 1563: Development Agreement between the City and Quattro Brentwood Deux, LLC
• Bill No. 6571: Sale of a five-foot wide strip of land at 2831 Hilldale Avenue as excess property
• Bill No. 6574: Ordinance amending Municipal Code Title V regarding technical codes for buildings and construction

The Board approved the 2025 property tax rates for general municipal purposes and the police and fire retirement fund. It also approved the sale of a five‑foot strip of land at 2831 Hilldale Avenue and a development agreement with Quattro Brentwood Deux, LLC for a KinderCare Learning Center. The consent agenda, including $178,976.23 of operating budget expenditures, was approved unanimously.

• Approved Bill No. 6571 selling a five‑foot strip at 2831 Hilldale Ave (7‑0), becoming Ordinance #5198
• Approved Bill No. 6572 establishing 2025 property tax rates (7‑0), becoming Ordinance #5199
• Approved Resolution No. 1563 development agreement with Quattro Brentwood Deux, LLC for KinderCare project (7‑0)
• Approved consent agenda, including operating budget expenditures of $178,976.23 (unanimous)

Public Hearing Notices

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing to discuss an ordinance revising Chapters 500, 505, 510, and 515 of the City Code. The proposal involves adopting revised 2024 ICC Codes and the 2023 National Electric Code. The hearing will remain open for comment until December 15, 2025.

• Proposed adoption of 2024 International Building Code
• Proposed adoption of 2024 International Residential Code
• Proposed adoption of 2024 International Fire Code
• Proposed adoption of 2023 National Electric Code
• Revisions to City Code Chapters 500, 505, 510, and 515

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will review and vote on a $40,120 contract with Castle Contracting to repair landscaping at the Destination Playground in Brentwood Park. The committee will also discuss draft revisions to the City’s Vehicle Replacement Policy (Resolution 1060.1) and Vehicle Commuting Policy (Resolution 980). Updates will be given on several Public Works projects, including the McKnight Road Tapco pilot crosswalk, the pending RFQ for traffic engineering services, and the replacement of a decorative streetlight on Strassner Drive.

• Approve $40,120 contract with Castle Contracting for Brentwood Park playground landscaping repairs
• Discuss draft Vehicle Replacement Policy (Resolution 1060.1) and Vehicle Commuting Policy (Resolution 980)
• McKnight Road Tapco pilot crosswalk project to be presented for Board of Aldermen approval
• Prepare Request for Qualifications to hire traffic engineering services for the city
• Order and install decorative streetlight replacement on Strassner Drive

The Public Works Committee approved Castle Contracting to perform concrete work and new installations for Brentwood Park's playground landscaping, with a contract estimated at $40,120. The motion passed unanimously. The committee also approved wristband requests for Brentwood High School (five complimentary bands) and St. Mary Magdelan (purchase approval) by acclamation.

• Approved Castle Contracting landscaping contract ($40,120) – unanimous vote
• Approved Brentwood High School wristband request – by acclamation
• Approved St. Mary Magdelan wristband purchase request – by acclamation

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will review proposals for landscaping and drainage repairs at the Brentwood Park Destination Playground. The body will also receive departmental updates on city infrastructure, building permits, and planning initiatives.

• Proposed $40,120 contract with Castle Contracting for inlet and runnel work at Brentwood Park
• Update on McKnight Road Tapco pilot program crosswalk project
• Rejection of Ameren Renewable Solutions Program (RSP) binding agreement
• Proposed 2026 budget reclassification of Code Enforcement and Permit Clerk roles to a Planning Position
• Status update on 2832 Manderly Drive project, currently on hold due to property rights issues

The committee approved wristband requests for Brentwood High School and St. Mary Magdelan by acclamation. Alderwoman Tice moved and Alderman Erger seconded a unanimous vote to hire Castle Contracting for concrete and installation work at the Brentwood Park playground, estimated at $40,120. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved wristband requests for Brentwood High School and St. Mary Magdelan (acclamation)
• Approved Castle Contracting to perform concrete and new installations at Brentwood Park Playground ($40,120, unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Brentwood Planning & Zoning Commission will review two old‑business items. Item 6.01 proposes an amendment to the Comprehensive Sign Plan for the property at 1234 Hanley Industrial Court. Item 6.02 proposes a text amendment to Section 400.2100 to clarify language about solar energy systems as accessory structures. The commission will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and hear citizen comments.

• 6.01 – Amendment to the Comprehensive Sign Plan for 1234 Hanley Industrial Court
• 6.02 – Text amendment to Section 400.2100 to clarify solar energy systems as accessory structures

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved an amendment to the Comprehensive Sign Plan for 1234 Hanley Industrial Court, eliminating the "Spread Joy Like Dog Hair" sign and one front‑bay sign and requiring a neutral wall color. The commission also approved a text amendment to Section 400.2100 to clarify language about solar energy systems as accessory structures. Both motions were adopted without recorded vote tallies.

• Approved amendment to Comprehensive Sign Plan for 1234 Hanley Industrial Court (motion passed)
• Approved text amendment to Section 400.2100 to clarify solar energy accessory structures (motion passed)

Ways & Means Committee

The Ways & Means Committee voted unanimously to liquidate $2.2 million of investments to meet a principal debt service payment due in October. The committee also voted unanimously to reactivate the Equipment Replacement Reserve system for capital equipment. The agenda was approved as presented with no changes.

• Approved liquidation of $2.2 M investments to cover principal debt service (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved reinstating the Equipment Replacement Reserve system (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved agenda as presented (no changes)

Board of Aldermen

The Board approved special use permits for temporary liquor licenses for the Brentwood Days event (7‑0). It authorized the sale of a five‑foot strip at 2831 Hilldale Avenue to Mr. Marshall for $10 (Public Works Commission 4‑0). The Board adopted the comprehensive sign plan for 2001 S. Hanley Road, enacting Ordinance 5197 (7‑0). A motion to enter closed session to discuss contract negotiations passed unanimously (8‑0).

• Approved special use permits for Brentwood Days temporary liquor licenses (7-0)
• Authorized sale of 2831 Hilldale Ave. strip for $10 (Public Works Commission 4-0)
• Adopted comprehensive sign plan for 2001 S. Hanley Road, Ordinance 5197 (7-0)
• Motion to enter closed session for contract negotiations passed (8-0)
• Consent agenda approved by acclamation

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved the meeting agenda. The board heard a variance appeal from Virginia McDonald concerning driveway width limits. A motion was passed directing staff to prepare a finding of facts and conclusion of law on the appeal. A second motion was also passed, though the minutes do not specify its content.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Directed staff to prepare finding of facts and conclusion of law on McDonald variance (motion passed)
• Second motion passed (details not recorded in minutes)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will discuss Resolution No. 1562 regarding a short-term lease of city-owned office and warehouse space. The proposal involves leasing a portion of the property to Pershing Works, Inc. to generate interim revenue while the city plans a future Parks and Public Works campus.

• Resolution No. 1562: Proposed lease of 13,000 square feet at 288 Hanley Industrial Court to Pershing Works, Inc.
• Proposed monthly rent of $12,460 ($149,520 per year)
• Proposed monthly utility payment of $1,000 ($12,000 per year)
• Proposed security deposit of $24,920
• Lease term of one year, followed by month-to-month with a 180-day termination notice

The Board of Aldermen approved Resolution No. 1562, authorizing the Mayor or City Administrator to lease office and warehouse space at 288 Hanley Industrial Court to Pershing Works, Inc. The motion passed unanimously with a 6‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved agenda by acclamation
• Approved Resolution No. 1562 leasing 288 Hanley Industrial Court to Pershing Works, Inc. (6-0)

Architectural Review Board

The Brentwood Architectural Review Board will meet to approve minutes from a previous session and review new home construction plans at four specific addresses.

• Approval of July 31, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of new home plans at 8737 Magdalen Ave
• Review of new home plans at 8741 Magdalen Ave
• Review of new home plans at 2908 Collier
• Review of new home plans at 9328 Sonora Addition

The Architectural Review Board approved the proposed new single‑family residences at 8737 Magdalen Ave, 8741 Magdalen Ave, 2908 Collier, and 9328 Sonora. Each motion was moved, seconded, and passed. No other actions were taken.

• Approved 8737 Magdalen Ave single‑family home (motion passed)
• Approved 8741 Magdalen Ave single‑family home (motion passed)
• Approved 2908 Collier single‑family residence (motion passed)
• Approved 9328 Sonora single‑family residence (motion passed)

Police & Fire Pension Board

The Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It also unanimously approved the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting. The Board adjourned the session by acclamation at 8:49 a.m.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 13, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting by acclamation

Board of Aldermen

The Brentwood Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to amend a conditional use permit for a restaurant at 1221 Strassner Drive. The consent agenda includes approving a new phone system contract with GoTo Communications for $54,651 and renewing a liquor license for Towne Place Suites.

• Public hearing on restaurant zoning at 1221 Strassner Drive
• Approval of GoTo Communications phone system contract ($54,651)
• Renewal of liquor license for Towne Place Suites
• Approval of Special Use Permits for Brentwood Days event
• Approval of warrant list for operating expenditures ($676,682.09)

The Board approved its consent agenda unanimously. It adopted and amended the city banner policy, and approved resolutions on conflict‑of‑interest disclosure and a new strategic communications plan funded at $28,000. A proposed drive‑through coffee site (Bill 6563) was rejected after a tied vote and the Mayor’s tie‑breaking nay vote.

• Consent agenda approved by roll call vote 8‑0
• Banner policy (Resolution 1553) adopted by unanimous voice vote
• Banner policy amended to remove "denomination" and set size by staff, unanimous voice vote
• Resolution 1558 (conflict‑of‑interest code reaffirmation) approved by unanimous voice vote
• Bill 6563 (7 Brew coffee drive‑through) failed 4‑5 after Mayor’s tie‑breaking nay vote
• Resolution 1560 (Strategic Communications Plan) adopted, funded $28,000, unanimous voice vote

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the Residential Design Guidelines, incorporating vinyl siding as an approved material (10-0). It also approved the Comprehensive Sign Plan for 2001 S. Hanley Road with conditions (7-1). Two other items – the Good Clean Dog sign amendment and a solar‑energy accessory‑structure text amendment – were postponed to the next meeting.

• Adopt Residential Design Guidelines (approved 10-0)
• Approve Comprehensive Sign Plan for 2001 S Hanley Road, subject to conditions (approved 7-1)
• Postpone Good Clean Dog sign amendment to next meeting (approved 8-0)
• Postpone Text Amendment to Section 400.2100 for solar energy systems to next meeting (approved 8-0)
• Approve agenda by acclamation
• Approve July 9, 2025 minutes by acclamation

Ways & Means Committee

The Ways & Means Committee unanimously approved four motions: to install underground fiber optics at 288 Hanley Industrial Court for $17,723.74, to fund a pistol buy‑back for officers via payroll deduction totaling $9,388, to forward the 2025 proposed property tax rates to the full Board of Aldermen, and to rescind the Ameren Renewable Solutions Program letter of intent. All motions passed by unanimous voice vote. The meeting minutes and agenda were also approved by acclamation.

• Approved underground fiber optic installation at 288 Hanley Industrial Court ($17,723.74) – unanimous voice vote
• Approved pistol buy‑back payroll deduction plan for officers ($9,388) – unanimous voice vote
• Approved submission of 2025 proposed property tax rates to full Board of Aldermen – unanimous voice vote
• Approved recommendation to rescind Ameren Renewable Solutions Program letter of intent – unanimous voice vote
• Approved meeting minutes (June 6.5.25) – acclamation
• Approved agenda – acclamation

Architectural Review Board

The board voted to approve the tear‑down and rebuild of the 9021 Pine home. It also approved a two‑story addition and first‑floor renovation at 2454 Cecelia. Finally, the board approved a detached three‑car garage with a second story and rear deck at 2516 Bremerton. All motions passed unanimously or with all members in favor.

• Approved 9021 Pine new construction (unanimous)
• Approved 2454 Cecelia 2nd‑story addition and 1st‑floor renovation (all in favor)
• Approved 2516 Bremerton detached 3‑car garage with second story and deck (all in favor)

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission unanimously approved the agenda as presented and the consent agenda containing the June 9, 2025 meeting minutes. After these approvals, the commission adjourned the meeting at 6:42 PM.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved June 9, 2025 minutes (consent agenda) (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen unanimously approved several consent‑agenda items, including a fire department agreement for the STARS program, a contract with Castle Contracting to repair erosion in Brentwood Park, and a design‑services contract for Mt. Calvary Park. They also approved a letter of intent to join Ameren Missouri’s Renewable Solutions Program and adopted the operating‑budget warrant list totaling $377,835.54.

• Approved Resolution 1554 – agreement for Brentwood Fire Department participation in the STARS program (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1555 – contract with Castle Contracting to repair erosion in Brentwood Park (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1556 – contract with SWT for design services for Mt. Calvary Park phased plan (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1557 – letter of intent to participate in Ameren Missouri’s Renewable Solutions Program (unanimous)
• Approved operating‑budget warrant list: $367,173.06 operating expenditures and $10,662.48 revised 2019 COP (unanimous)

Ways & Means Committee

The Ways & Means Committee unanimously amended Ordinance 5164 to use the June Consumer Price Index for the FY26 budget. A motion was carried to refer the IAFC video project to the Board of Aldermen for further discussion. The committee also referred the GoToConnect phone system replacement to the Board of Aldermen, approving the recommendation by unanimous voice vote.

• Amended Ordinance 5164 to use June CPI for FY26 budget (unanimous voice vote)
• Referred IAFC video project to Board of Aldermen for discussion (voice vote)
• Referred GoToConnect phone system replacement to Board of Aldermen (unanimous voice vote)
• Agenda approved by acclamation
• No minutes available for approval

Communications Committee

The Communications Committee approved the Strategic Communications Plan and will forward it to the Board of Aldermen. It also approved the Banner Policy to be sent to the Board, pending city attorney sign‑off. The committee voted to terminate the Raftelis logo/branding contract and pursue a new request for proposals. Members discussed moving the October meeting to October 14 and will confirm at the next meeting.

• Strategic Communications Plan accepted and forwarded to Board of Aldermen (motion carried)
• Banner Policy approved to forward to Board of Aldermen, contingent on city attorney approval (unanimous voice vote)
• Termination of Raftelis logo/branding contract and adoption of new RFP approach (motion carried)
• Consent agenda minutes from June 17, 2025 approved by acclamation
• Meeting agenda approved by acclamation
• October Communications Committee meeting date proposed for October 14 (to be confirmed at next meeting)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved several conditional use permits and site development plans, including a text amendment for educational services at 8513 Manchester Road, a 7Brew Coffee drive‑thru at 8828 Manchester Road, Tonas Margarita Bar at 1221 Strassner Drive, and Metrolink station improvements at 8398 Eager Road/1401 Musick Memorial Dr. All votes were unanimous except one dissent on the educational services amendment. The agenda and prior meeting minutes were also approved, and the comprehensive sign plan for 2001 S Hanley Road was postponed to the August 13 meeting.

• Approved text amendment for educational services conditional use at 8513 Manchester Rd (vote: 1 no, rest in favor)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit and Site Development Plan for 7Brew Coffee drive‑thru at 8828 Manchester Rd (all in favor)
• Approved amendment to Conditional Use Permit for Tonas Margarita Bar at 1221 Strassner Dr (all in favor)
• Approved Site Development Plan for Metrolink station improvements at 8398 Eager Rd / 1401 Musick Memorial Dr (all in favor, Chair abstained)
• Motion to continue Comprehensive Sign Plan for 2001 S Hanley Rd to August 13 meeting (all in favor)
• Agenda approved by acclamation
• June 11, 2025 minutes and June 25, 2025 Site Plan Subcommittee minutes approved by acclamation
• Motion to adjourn the meeting (all in favor)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen approved the meeting agenda by acclamation. A motion to approve the additional completed liquor license applications was made and carried by unanimous voice vote. No other business was conducted.

• Agenda approved by acclamation
• Approved additional completed liquor license applications (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment approved the meeting agenda and a by‑law on speakers. It then approved three variances: a front‑yard setback for 2454 Cecelia Avenue, a fence exception at 8398 Eager Road (1401 Musick Memorial Drive), and a driveway extension at 12 York Hills Drive. For each variance the Board directed staff to prepare findings of facts and conclusions of law.

• Approved agenda (all in favor)
• Approved by‑laws regarding speakers (all in favor)
• Approved variance for 2454 Cecelia Ave front/side yard setback (all in favor)
• Directed staff to prepare findings of facts and conclusions of law for case 25‑010 (all in favor)
• Approved variance for fence at 8398 Eager Rd / 1401 Musick Memorial Dr (all in favor)
• Directed staff to prepare findings of facts and conclusions of law for case 25‑011 (all in favor)
• Approved variance for driveway extension at 12 York Hills Dr (all in favor)
• Directed staff to prepare findings of facts and conclusions of law for case 25‑012 (all in favor)

Planning & Zoning Subcommittee

The Planning & Zoning Subcommittee heard a text amendment for the Bitcoin Ben’s Crypto Club education center at 8513 Manchester Road and a conditional use permit for a 7Brew Coffee drive‑thru at 8828 Manchester Road. The commission discussed landscaping, tree size, signage, traffic impacts, and requested additional traffic studies and plan details. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded; the items were scheduled for further review by the Board of Aldermen on July 21.

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board approved the May 15, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved a patio cover at 2309 Parkridge, a one‑story addition at 9017 White, and a rear room addition at 9111 Lawn. The board tabled the 9021 Pine tear‑down and rebuild project for further consideration.

• Approved May 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled 9021 Pine tear‑down and rebuild project (unanimous)
• Approved patio cover at 2309 Parkridge (unanimous)
• Approved addition at 9017 White (unanimous)
• Approved rear room addition at 9111 Lawn (unanimous)

Communications Committee

The Communications Committee approved the meeting minutes and agenda by acclamation. A motion to adopt the revised banner utility partnership policy and send it to the Board of Aldermen was made, seconded, and carried by unanimous voice vote. The committee did not make a decision on the proposed communications plan or city logo concepts, deferring those items to future meetings.

• Approved meeting minutes (by acclamation)
• Approved agenda (by acclamation)
• Adopted banner utility partnership policy and refer to Board of Aldermen (unanimous voice vote)
• Deferred decision on communications plan and logo concepts (no vote taken)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen approved multiple appointments, adopted the FY 2024 audit draft, and passed several policy changes including an employee handbook amendment and a waiver of library permit fees. The consent agenda items were also approved by a 7‑to‑0 vote. All motions passed unanimously.

• Removed Item 10B from agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved appointment of Megan Moss to Library Board (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved appointment of Rod Wright to Communications Committee (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved appointment of Susie Jostes as Provisional Judge (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved FY 2024 audit draft (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved consent agenda items (7‑yes, 0‑no)
• Approved Resolution No. 1552 – Employee Handbook amendment (unanimous voice vote)
• Waived internal permit fees for new library building (unanimous voice vote)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission approved the Draft Residential Design Guidelines with an 8-1 vote and sent them to the Board of Aldermen for review. It moved the Bitcoin education center application (Case #25-003) and the 7Brew drive‑thru application (Case #25-004) to the site‑plan subcommittee. The commission also approved the Good Clean Dog grooming facility (Case #25-005) and the L’Arche elevator addition (Case #25-006) unanimously. Officers were elected, naming Nelson as Chairman, Favazza as Vice‑Chair, and Moran as Secretary, all by unanimous consent.

• Approved Draft Residential Design Guidelines (8-1); forwarded to Board of Aldermen
• Moved Bitcoin education center conditional use (Case #25-003) to site‑plan subcommittee (unanimous voice vote)
• Moved 7Brew Coffee Drive‑thru (Case #25-004) to site‑plan subcommittee (unanimous)
• Approved Good Clean Dog grooming facility (Case #25-005) (unanimous)
• Approved L’Arche elevator addition (Case #25-006) (unanimous reverse roll)
• Elected Hart Nelson as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Mark Favazza as Vice‑Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Mr. Moran as Secretary (unanimous)

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission approved the meeting agenda as presented by unanimous voice vote. It also approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes from April 28, 2025, by unanimous voice vote. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved consent agenda minutes from April 28, 2025 (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Aldermen

The Board approved the consent agenda—including operating funds, May 5 meeting minutes, Summer Beats special‑use permits, and an ambulance billing settlement—by a 6‑0 vote. It also approved Resolution No. 1550, authorizing the Mayor or City Administrator to enter into an agreement with MACC Contracting, Inc. for abatement services, by a 6‑0 vote. The agenda itself was adopted by acclamation.

• Approved agenda (acclamation)
• Approved operating funds and expenditures from 2019 COP (consent agenda) – 6-0
• Approved May 5, 2025 meeting minutes (consent agenda) – 6-0
• Approved Special Use Permit Applications for Summer Beats events (consent agenda) – 6-0
• Approved Ambulance Billing Settlement Request (consent agenda) – 6-0
• Approved Resolution No. 1550 authorizing agreement with MACC Contracting for abatement services – 6-0

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board approved the April 17, 2025 minutes. It approved the new construction at 8705 Rosalie and the new single‑family home at 2632 Salem, both unanimously. The addition request for 7 Cricket was postponed to the June meeting. All motions passed with all members in favor.

• Approved April 17, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved 8705 Rosalie new construction single‑family home (all in favor)
• Postponed 7 Cricket rear addition to June meeting (all in favor)
• Approved 2632 Salem new single‑family residential home (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission met on May 14, 2025, but a quorum was not present, so the session was informational only and no votes were taken. Staff presented draft residential design guidelines, and discussion focused on their content, but no actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

• No actions taken (meeting lacked quorum)

Board of Aldermen

The Board approved the consent agenda, adopted Ordinance No. 5183 (amending the zoning code) and Ordinance No. 5184 (extending temporary parking lots). It also approved a change order for Gershenson Construction and five resolutions (1545‑1549) authorizing agreements and a $15,000 contingency for the fire training tower facility. All votes were 7‑0 in favor.

• Approved consent agenda (7‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5183, amending zoning code (7‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5184, extending temporary parking lots (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 1544 change order for Gershenson Construction (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 1545 $15,000 contingency for fire training facility (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 1546 agreement with Navigate Building Solutions (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 1547 agreement with American Fire Training Systems (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 1548 agreement with AME Construction (7‑0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment approved the variance for a detached two‑story garage at 2516 Bremerton Road (Case #25-007). It also approved a fence variance for a 6‑foot solid fence at 9424 Sonora Avenue (Case #25-009). No decision was made on the driveway variance request for 2011 Spanish Drive (Case #25-008); staff were asked to prepare findings of fact and law.

• Approved variance for 2516 Bremerton Road (Case #25-007) – unanimous
• Approved fence variance for 9424 Sonora Avenue (Case #25-009) – unanimous

Board of Aldermen

The Board elected Alderwoman Tice as Acting President by a 4‑3 vote. It approved new standing committee assignments and additional committee appointments by unanimous voice votes. The consent agenda was adopted with a 6‑0‑1 vote, and three ordinances—including a collective bargaining agreement for the fire department—were passed unanimously. A first reading was given to a zoning amendment bill for the General Commercial and Planned Development districts.

• Alderwoman Tice elected Acting President (4-3)
• Approved new standing committee assignments (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved additional committee appointments (unanimous voice vote)
• Consent agenda approved (6 yes, 0 no, 1 abstained)
• Ordinance #5180 (Home Depot storage) approved (7-0)
• Ordinance #5181 (Manchester Corridor) approved (7-0)
• Ordinance #5182 (Firefighters collective bargaining) approved (7-0)
• Bill #6555 (GC/PD conditional uses) received first reading

Architectural Review Board

The board unanimously approved the March 20, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the proposed changes to 2222 Parkridge, including a hip roof, pavilion, outdoor kitchen, and removal of stone around the patio. The board approved the plan for 8501 Douglas Court to replace the deck with a screened porch, add an open deck, and enlarge the garage to a two‑car capacity. All motions passed with all members in favor.

• Approved March 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2222 Parkridge renovation as noted (unanimous)
• Approved 8501 Douglas Court renovation as noted (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Board adopted the consent agenda unanimously (8‑0). It approved Ordinance #5177 authorizing $40,000 from the 2024 CDBG for municipal housing assistance (8‑0). It also adopted Ordinance #5178 establishing a procedure for reasonable accommodations under the Fair Housing and ADA laws (7‑0, 1 recusal). Additionally, Ordinance #5179 permitting a dance school at 1265 Hanley Industrial Court was approved (8‑0). Public hearings on a Home Depot outdoor‑storage amendment and a mixed‑use self‑storage amendment were held with no public comments.

• Consent agenda approved (8‑0)
• Ordinance #5177 (CDBG housing grant) approved (8‑0)
• Ordinance #5178 (reasonable accommodations procedure) approved (7‑0, 1 recusal)
• Ordinance #5179 (Arts in Motion dance school) approved (8‑0)
• RFQ for Town Center Development deemed ready for submission (no vote)
• Public hearing on Home Depot additional outdoor storage held, no comments
• Public hearing on mixed‑use self‑storage amendment held, no comments

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment approved three variances: a deck‑replacement variance for 9076-9086 W. Swan Circle (unanimous), a rear‑setback variance for 7 Cricket Lane with the condition that the setback not exceed 14.11 ft (4‑yes, 1‑no), and a side‑yard variance for a two‑car garage at 8501 Douglas Court (unanimous). No decision was recorded for the proposed accessory‑structure variance at 2516 Bremerton Road.

• Approved deck‑replacement variance at 9076-9086 W. Swan Circle (unanimous)
• Approved rear‑setback variance at 7 Cricket Lane with setback ≤14.11 ft (4‑yes, 1‑no)
• Approved side‑yard variance for two‑car garage at 8501 Douglas Court (unanimous)

Architectural Review Board

The board approved the 8510 Eulalie tear‑down and rebuild, the 43 Middlesex siding replacement and door relocation, and the 2611 Salem roof and soffit project. All motions were seconded and passed with all members in favor. The February 20 minutes were approved by acclamation.

• Approved 8510 Eulalie tear‑down/rebuild project (all in favor)
• Approved 43 Middlesex siding replacement and rear‑door move (all in favor)
• Approved 2611 Salem roof and soffit project (all in favor)
• Paul Turner recused himself from the next three projects (self‑recusal)
• February 20, 2025 meeting minutes approved by acclamation

Redevelopment Corporation

The agenda was approved by acclamation. The minutes from September 24, 2024 were approved unanimously. A motion to adjourn the meeting was passed. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (by acclamation)
• Approved September 24, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous vote)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)