Bridgeton public meetings in 2023

City Council

The Bridgeton City Council is holding a special meeting to consider two new liquor licenses. Both are second-consideration votes on applications for liquor by the drink (Monday–Saturday) and Sunday sales by the drink. The meeting is largely procedural, with no other substantive business on the agenda.

• New liquor license for Terminal 3 Bar and Grill, 12207 Natural Bridge Road
• New liquor license for Still on the Rocks, 12344 Natural Bridge Road
• Both licenses include Sunday sales by the drink
• Second consideration votes sponsored by Councilmember Hein

City Council

The Bridgeton City Council will hold its regular meeting on December 20, 2023, with the main item being the second reading of the 2024 budget ordinance totaling $31,398,122 across all funds. The council will also consider second readings of salary ordinances for special service and classified employees, and first readings for a new LED sign contract and two new liquor licenses. Public hearings and resolutions are not on the agenda.

• Bill 6407: 2024 budget of $31,398,122 (second reading)
• Bill 6408: FY2024 salaries for special service and salaried employees (second reading)
• Bill 6409: FY2024 salaries for classified employees (second reading)
• Bill 6410: $34,430.65 contract with TSI Global Companies for LED sign at Recreation Center (first consideration)
• New liquor licenses for Terminal 3 Bar and Grill (12207 Natural Bridge Road) and Still on the Rocks (12344 Natural Bridge Road) (first consideration)

Design and Review Board

The Bridgeton Design and Review Board will decide on two new applications: a residential vinyl privacy fence and a sign refacing for a business. The board must determine if each proposal meets architectural design and compatibility requirements with surrounding areas.

• 23-0328: 6' vinyl privacy fence at 3155 Fort Samuel Court
• 23-0330: Refacing existing pole sign at 11982 Paul Mayer Avenue (El Morelia)
• Approval of minutes from December 5, 2023

Police Commission

The Bridgeton Board of Police Commissioners is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and receive reports from the chief and ex officio. A closed session may be held to discuss legal matters, personnel issues, or contract negotiations. No specific action items or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from September and November meetings
• Public comments period
• Possible closed session under R.S.Mo. 610.021 for legal, personnel, or contract matters
• Report from the Chief of Police
• Report from the Ex Officio

Planning Commission

The Bridgeton Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting on December 11, 2023, to consider five public hearing items, including special use permits for a landfill, an adult day care center, a fitness center, and two zoning amendments. The commission will also approve minutes from the October 9 meeting and address pending matters and staff updates.

• Special Use Permit for clean earth landfill at 13810 and part of 13812 Missouri Bottom Road (MoBot Farm Holdings, LLC)
• Special Use Permit for adult day care center at 12328 Natural Bridge Road (Forever Young Adult Daycare LLC)
• Zoning amendment to allow microbusiness wholesale facility in B-2 district (Chavis Cannabis)
• Zoning amendment to add day care and medical clinic in B-5(L) district (Latitude Therapy Solutions, LLC)
• Special Use Permit for fitness center at 12120 St. Charles Rock Road (Hofton Nelson)

City Council

The Bridgeton City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2024 budget, then consider the budget ordinance and related salary ordinances on first reading. The meeting also includes a resolution to appoint a board member for the Missouri Bottom Road CID and a discussion on reconfiguring the council area.

• Public hearing on proposed 2024 budget of $31,398,122 for all funds
• Bill 6407: 2024 budget ordinance with operational expenditures of $24,329,888
• Bill 6408: Salary ordinance for special service and salaried employees FY2024
• Bill 6409: Salary ordinance for classified employees FY2024
• Resolution #23-08: Board appointment for Missouri Bottom Road CID

Design and Review Board

The Bridgeton Design and Review Board will consider several new applications, including a residential fence and multiple commercial sign proposals, and make a recommendation to the City Council on a sign variance. The board will decide whether these projects meet architectural design and character requirements.

• Residential fence at 12027 Old St. Charles Road (48-inch chain link)
• Wendy's sign package amendment at 11961 Paul Mayer Avenue
• India Bazaar wall and pole signs at 11437 St. Charles Rock Road
• Queens Fashion Boutique wall sign at 12464 St. Charles Rock Road
• India Bazaar wall sign variance recommendation to City Council

Parks and Recreation Board

The board will review updates on community capital asset projects and the 5-year budget plan. Discussions include a municipal park grant and repairs for gazebos and pavilions.

• Municipal Park Grant
• Gazebo/Pavilion Repairs
• Golf Course Irrigation Update
• Billboard/Carrollton Park
• Tree Lighting Event

Design and Review Board

The Bridgeton Design and Review Board is meeting to consider one new application: a proposed car wash building at 10809 St. Charles Rock Road. The board must decide if the new building meets architectural design, character, and consistency requirements with the surrounding area, considering materials, height, color, landscaping, and other characteristics. The rest of the agenda is routine procedural items.

• New application 23-0279: Club Carwash, 10809 St. Charles Rock Road, proposed new building
• Board decision on architectural design, character, and consistency with surrounding properties
• Approval of minutes from November 7, 2023 meeting

Police Commission

The Bridgeton Board of Police Commissioners will hold a regular meeting including roll call, agenda approval, approval of minutes, public comments, commendations, a report from the chief, discussion of the proposed 2024 police budget, a report from the ex officio, new business, and a possible closed session for legal, personnel, or contract matters.

• Discussion of proposed 2024 police budget
• Public comments opportunity
• Report from the chief of police
• Possible closed session under R.S.Mo. 610.021 for legal, personnel, or contract matters

City Council

The Bridgeton City Council will consider several ordinances on second reading, including a rezoning of property on Missouri Bottom Road, a special use permit for a volleyball facility on Pennridge Drive, and amendments to marijuana microbusiness regulations. The council will also hear an appeal regarding solar panels on Donny Cave Lane and approve bids for materials like asphalt and concrete.

• Rezoning 13810 and part of 13812 Missouri Bottom Road from R-1 and A to M-1 (Bill #6403)
• Special use permit for volleyball facility at 3659 Pennridge Drive (Bill #6404)
• Amendments to marijuana microbusiness facility definitions and regulations (Bill #6405)
• Appeal for solar panels at 11687 Donny Cave Lane
• Bid approvals for asphalt, calcium chloride, gas/oils, ready-mix concrete, traffic paint

Finance Commission

The Bridgeton Finance Commission is meeting to discuss the 2024 proposed budget. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the August 10, 2023 meeting, old business, and an ex-officio report. No other substantive items are listed.

• Discussion of 2024 proposed budget
• Approval of minutes from August 10, 2023 meeting

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission is meeting to review minutes, hear reports, and plan upcoming community events including the Holiday Lights Tour, Christmas Tree Lighting, and Spring Plant Giveaway. The agenda is largely routine and event-planning focused, with no major policy decisions or contracts listed.

• Holiday Lights Tour scheduled for 12/10/23
• Christmas Tree Lighting scheduled for 12/1/23
• Spring Plant Giveaway planning
• Special projects discussion including budget, banners, and OD Pool

Design and Review Board

The Design and Review Board will review four new applications for architectural consistency: solar panels at 11474 Burgess Avenue, an access ramp at 202 Rock Industrial Park Drive, a commercial fence at the BP gas station on St. Charles Rock Road, and a sign package amendment for Papa Johns. The board will decide if each proposal meets design, character, and consistency requirements with surrounding properties.

• Solar panels at 11474 Burgess Avenue (application 23-0266)
• Access ramp at 202 Rock Industrial Park Drive (application 23-0283)
• 8' wooden fence and 48" chain link at BP Gas Station, 11747 St. Charles Rock Road (application 23-0286)
• Wall sign and panel sign at Papa Johns, 11249 St. Charles Rock Road (application 23-0297)

City Council

The City Council will meet to review the city's revenues and expenses. The session includes reports from various departments and further discussion regarding the budget.

• Overview of city revenues and expenses
• Departmental reports

City Council

The Bridgeton City Council is holding its annual budget session, focused on an overview of the Bridgeton Police Department budget followed by further discussion. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with call to order, roll call, and mayor's comments.

• Overview of Bridgeton Police Department budget
• Further discussion of police budget

City Council

The Bridgeton City Council will hold public hearings and consider several ordinances, including a rezoning for manufacturing, a special use permit for a volleyball facility, and zoning changes for marijuana microbusinesses. The council will also vote on issuing up to $40 million in industrial revenue bonds and a $13,550 contract for a park roof replacement.

• Rezoning 29.51 acres at 13810/13812 Missouri Bottom Road from R-1/A to M-1 Manufacturing (Bill #6403)
• Special use permit for volleyball facility at 3659 Pennridge Drive (Bill #6404)
• Zoning ordinance amendments for marijuana microbusiness facilities (Bill #6405)
• Issue up to $40,000,000 in taxable industrial revenue bonds for Accruit Missouri Bottom Leasehold project (Bill #6402)
• $13,550 contract with John Noll Construction for Matthews Park pavilion roof replacement (Bill #6406)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will review applications for variances regarding driveway entrances, widths, and structure heights. One petition for a storage silo at 225 Rock Industrial Park Drive has been withdrawn.

• Variance for three entrances and driveway width changes at 4308 & 4316 Bridgeton Industrial Drive
• Withdrawn variance request for a 48-foot tall storage silo at 225 Rock Industrial Park Drive
• Variance for entrance width and curb radius at 15 Hollenberg Court

Senior Citizens Coordinating

The Senior Citizen Coordinating Committee met to discuss ongoing activities including monthly luncheons, movies, bingo, and senior exercise. They also reviewed tours and events for July through September and noted completion of a Van Grant application. No public comments were heard.

• Monthly luncheons for Bridgeton residents only continue once a month
• Van Grant Application completed
• Upcoming events: October Stages, Chili Cook-Off, Kimmswick; November Veterans Breakfast and Columbia Bingo; December Christmas Concert at Sheldon
• AARP returning for Wednesday tax appointments
• No chairperson currently; group asked to consider filling the role

Pension Commission

The Bridgeton Pension Commission is meeting to approve minutes from April and hear a presentation from Buck on the 2024 pension funding projection, along with an investment performance update. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no votes or decisions listed.

• Approval of minutes from April 25, 2023 meeting
• Buck presentation on pension funding projection for 2024
• Investment performance review

City Council

The Bridgeton City Council will hold its regular meeting with several items for consideration, including second-reading ordinances to raise the municipal judge's annual salary from $24,000 (amount to be filled in) and to approve a special use permit for an adult day care center at 3430-C McKelvey Road. New business includes authorizing a $39,490 architectural/engineering contract for the Government Center lobby and prosecutor's office upgrades, accepting land donations from H W Development with a Republic Services reimbursement agreement, and issuing up to $40,000,000 in taxable industrial revenue bonds for the Accruit Missouri Bottom Leasehold project. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and a possible closed session.

• Bill #6396: Increase municipal judge annual salary from $24,000 (amount blank)
• Bill #6399: Special use permit for adult day care center at 3430-C McKelvey Road
• Bill #6400: $39,490 contract with Archimages for lobby and prosecutor's office upgrades
• Bill #6401: Land donation from H W Development and Republic Services reimbursement agreement
• Bill #6402: Issue up to $40,000,000 in taxable industrial revenue bonds for Accruit project

Parks and Recreation Board

The Bridgeton Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to handle routine business and discuss several operational items. The board will review the 5-year plan, park operations staffing, a golf course irrigation update, and a New Year membership drive, along with recaps of recent events and capital projects.

• 5 Year Plan discussion
• Park Operations Staffing update
• Golf Course Irrigation Update
• New Year Membership Drive
• Community Capital Asset Projects

Design and Review Board

The Bridgeton Design and Review Board will consider two sign applications at its October 17, 2023 meeting. The board must decide if Hibbett Sports' amended sign package at 11977 St. Charles Rock Road meets architectural and consistency requirements. It will also make a recommendation to the City Council on a wall sign variance for Ace Learning Centers at 12260 St. Charles Rock Road.

• Hibbett Sports: amend sign package #23-0167 to add one wall and one panel sign
• Ace Learning Centers: wall sign variance recommendation to City Council
• Approval of minutes from October 3, 2023 meeting

Police Commission

The agenda contains only procedural items: roll call, approval of minutes, public comments, commendations, and reports. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

Planning Commission

The Bridgeton Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on three items: a rezoning request for land on Missouri Bottom Road, a special use permit for a volleyball facility, and amendments to zoning regulations for marijuana microbusiness facilities. The meeting also includes routine approval of minutes and agenda.

• Rezoning 29.51 acres at 13810 and 13812 Missouri Bottom Road from R-1 and A to M-1 Manufacturing District (Limited) by MoBot Farm Holdings, LLC
• Special Use Permit for a volleyball facility at 3659 Pennridge Drive by Missouri Volleyball Academy
• Amendments to zoning ordinance for marijuana microbusiness facility definitions and regulations

City Council

The Bridgeton City Council will hold public hearings and consider first and second readings of ordinances on two zoning requests: allowing taverns or saloons in the B-1 Local Business District and granting a special use permit for an adult day care center at 3430 McKelvey Road. The council will also consider second readings of ordinances to increase the mayor's annual salary from $15,000 and the municipal judge's from $24,000, with amounts left blank, plus a contract for illuminated street signs. A new bill authorizes up to $39,490 for architectural services for the Government Center lobby and prosecutor's office improvements. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and a resolution regarding a proposed project for Davidson Realty, LLC.

• Public hearing #23-PZ-10: amend B-1 district to add 'tavern or saloon' as permitted use, submitted by Old Pirates T & R LLC dba Pirates Cove
• Public hearing #23-PZ-11: special use permit for adult day care at 3430 McKelvey Road, Suite C, by Beyond Better Best Adult Daycare LLC
• Bill #6394: increase mayor's annual salary from $15,000 (amount blank), effective after current term
• Bill #6396: increase municipal judge's annual salary from $24,000 (amount blank), effective after current term
• Bill #6400: authorize up to $39,490 for architectural/engineering services for Government Center lobby and prosecutor's office upgrades

Design and Review Board

The Design and Review Board will consider four new applications for signage, a residential fence, commercial alterations, and a canopy. Each requires a decision on whether the proposed design meets architectural and consistency standards. The meeting also includes routine approval of the agenda and prior minutes.

• Extended Stay America, 3125 Rider Trail South: reface pole, monument, entrance signs and add two wall signs
• Richard Beckham, 3176 Fee Fee Road: 6-foot cedar shadow box fence
• MSD, 3855 Taussig: add bypass pumping portal and relocate fence
• US Bank, 3180 Rider Trail South: construct 24' x 21' canopy

Police Commission

The Board of Police Commissioners is meeting for a special session. The agenda includes roll call, agenda approval, public comments, and a closed session to discuss legal actions, litigation, personnel matters, and contract negotiations. The meeting will then adjourn.

• Closed session under Section 610.021(1) R.S.MO for legal actions and litigation
• Closed session under Section 610.021(3) R.S.MO for hiring, firing, disciplining, or promoting employees
• Closed session under Section 610.021(12) R.S.MO for documents related to a negotiated contract

City Council

The Bridgeton City Council will consider several ordinances on second reading, including setting the 2023 property tax levy, adding Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a city holiday, and increasing salaries for the mayor, council members, and municipal judge. The council will also give first consideration to an agreement with the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission for illuminated street signs. No public hearings, resolutions, or other action items are listed.

• Bill #6392: 2023 property tax levy ordinance
• Bill #6393: Add Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day to city holidays
• Bill #6394: Increase mayor's salary from $15,000/year (amount blank)
• Bill #6395: Increase council salary from $6,000/year (amount blank)
• Bill #6396: Increase municipal judge salary from $24,000/year (amount blank)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Bridgeton Parks and Recreation Board will meet to discuss old business including community capital asset projects, a municipal park grant, BMAC backstops, and an outdoor pool season pass event. New business items include September special events, a Family Fall Fest/5K, a personnel update, and a pools update. The agenda is largely procedural with discussion items but no specific votes or dollar amounts listed.

• Community Capital Asset Projects (old business)
• Municipal Park Grant (old business)
• BMAC Backstops (old business)
• Outdoor Pool Season Pass Event (old business)
• Family Fall Fest/5K (new business)

Design and Review Board

The Design and Review Board will decide whether several proposed projects meet architectural design and character standards. Applications include a new home, two fences, a commercial addition, and EV charging stations. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• New home at 12131 A Old St. Charles Road (Gary & Candy Webb)
• 6' chain link fence at 13010 Gist Road (Byrne and Jones Construction)
• 4' chain link fence at 11817 Locust Lane (Charlene Fabbiano)
• Commercial addition at 12218 St. Charles Rock Road (LP Mart)
• EV charging stations at 13244 Corporate Exchange Drive (Frito Lay)

Police Commission

The Bridgeton Board of Police Commissioners is holding a regular meeting with a standard agenda including roll call, approval of minutes, public comments, commendations, and reports from the chief and ex officio. No specific action items or proposals are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural in nature.

• Public comments period
• Commendations and letters of recognition
• Report from the Chief of Police
• Report from the Ex Officio
• New business

Planning Commission

The Bridgeton Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two requests: amending the B-1 district to allow taverns or saloons, and a special use permit for an adult day care center on McKelvey Road. The commission will also approve minutes from the July meeting and receive staff updates.

• Public hearing #23-PZ-10: amend B-1 district to add 'tavern or saloon' as permitted use (Pirates Cove)
• Public hearing #23-PZ-11: special use permit for adult day care at 3430 McKelvey Road, Suite C
• Approval of minutes from July 10, 2023 meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved two applications to be forwarded to the City Council. These include a zoning amendment to allow taverns in the B-1 Local Business District and a special use permit for an adult daycare center.

• Approved Application #23-PZ-10 to add 'tavern or saloon' as a permitted use in the B-1 Local Business District (8-0)
• Approved Application #23-PZ-11 for an adult day care facility at 3430 McKelvey Road, Suite C, with conditions (8-0)
• Approved July 10, 2023 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote)

City Council

The Bridgeton City Council will hold a public hearing and consider bills setting the 2023 real property tax rate, adding a Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday, and increasing salaries for the mayor, council, and municipal judge (amounts left blank). It will also approve contracts for a street resurfacing project and security upgrades.

• Public hearing on 2023 real property tax rates
• Bill #6390: $111,000 contract with Ford Asphalt Company for resurfacing Park Place Estates Drive, plus $11,100 contingency
• Bill #6391: $24,000 contract with TIE Consulting Engineers for Government Center security and IP phone system upgrades
• Bill #6393: Add Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day to city holidays
• Bills #6394-6396: Increase mayor's salary from $15,000, council from $6,000, and municipal judge from $24,000 (new amounts blank)

The City Council approved contracts for road work on Park Place Estates Drive and security infrastructure upgrades at the Government Center. Several bills regarding tax levies and official salaries were tabled for further review. The Council also approved bids for the 2024 city calendar.

• Approved $111,000 contract with Ford Asphalt Company, Inc. for Park Place Estates Drive resurfacing (8-0)
• Approved contract not to exceed $24,000 with Tie Consulting Engineers for Government Center security and phone upgrades (8-0)
• Approved bid from Modern Litho for 2024 Bridgeton Calendar printing
• Approved bid from Stan Gellman Graphic Design for 2024 Bridgeton Calendar design
• Approved recommended appointments for Boards and Commissions for 2023-2024
• Tabled Bill #6392 regarding 2023 real property tax levy
• Tabled Bill #6393 to add Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day as a holiday
• Tabled Bills #6394, #6395, and #6396 regarding salary increases for Mayor, Council, and Municipal Judge

Design and Review Board

The Design and Review Board will consider four new applications for commercial additions, signs, and alterations, deciding whether each meets architectural design and consistency requirements. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and an ex-officio report.

• LP Mart commercial addition at 12218 St. Charles Rock Road
• GTS Transportation ground sign at 13918 St. Charles Rock Road
• Target pole sign relocation at 12275 St. Charles Rock Road
• Frito Lay EV charging stations at 13244 Corporate Exchange Drive

The board approved two applications for sign modifications on St. Charles Rock Road. Two other applications for a commercial addition and electric vehicle charging stations were tabled due to missing information and representation.

• Approved ground sign refacing for GTS Transportation at 13918 St. Charles Rock Road contingent on electric check (5-0)
• Approved relocation of pole sign for Target at 12275 St. Charles Rock Road (5-0)
• Tabled commercial addition application for LP Mart at 12218 St. Charles Rock Road (5-0)
• Tabled commercial alteration for electric vehicle charging stations for Frito Lay at 13244 Corporate Exchange Drive (5-0)
• Approved September 5, 2023 agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved August 15, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider a petition from John Nilges with Byrne & Jones Construction. The applicant is requesting a variance from the fifty-foot front yard setback to connect an existing non-conforming fence.

• Variance request for 13010 Gist Road regarding front yard setbacks

The Board approved a variance request for Byrne & Jones Construction to install a fence and gate at 13010 Gist Road. The approval allows a reduction of the front yard setback from 50 feet to 1 foot to connect to an existing non-conforming fence.

• Approved Petition #7-23 for fence setback variance at 13010 Gist Road (4-1)
• Approved the meeting agenda (voice vote)
• Approved the July 27, 2023 minutes (voice vote)

Police Commission

The Bridgeton Board of Police Commissioners is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda consists of standard procedural items including roll call, approval of minutes, public comments, and reports from the police chief and ex officio member. No specific policy decisions, contracts, or public hearings are listed.

• Introduction of new member
• Public comments period
• Report from the Chief of Police
• Report from the Ex Officio

City Council

The Bridgeton City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a grant application for Gentry Park improvements, a street resurfacing contract, and security system upgrades. They will also review the annual financial report and discuss a special use permit expansion for a convenience store.

• Resolution 23-06 supporting Parks and Recreation grant application for Gentry Park improvements
• Bill #6388: amend special use permit to expand convenience store at 12218 St. Charles Rock Road
• Bill #6389: $55,258 contract with Piros Signs for LED sign at Government Center, plus $5,000 contingency
• Bill #6390: $111,000 contract with Ford Asphalt for resurfacing Park Place Estates Drive, plus 10% contingency
• Bill #6391: $24,000 contract with TIE Consulting for security and phone system upgrades at Government Center

The City Council approved a contract for a new LED display sign at the Government Center and authorized the expansion of a convenience store at 12218 St. Charles Rock Road. The council also approved a grant application for Gentry Park improvements and several board appointments.

• Approved Ordinance #23-33 to expand convenience store building at 12218 St. Charles Rock Road (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance #23-34 for LED display sign from Piros Signs, Inc. for $55,258 plus $5,000 contingency (8-0)
• Passed Resolution #23-06 supporting grant application for Gentry Park improvements (8-0)
• Approved Application for 2024 Community Development Block Grant Funds (voice vote)
• Approved Mayor's recommended appointments for Boards and Commissions (voice vote)
• Tabled Bill #6390 for Park Place Estates Drive resurfacing project ($111,000)
• Tabled Bill #6391 for Government Center security and telephone system upgrades ($24,000)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Bridgeton Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to discuss old business items including community capital projects, a municipal park grant, a custodian opening, and BMAC backstops, as well as new business on an indoor pool closure and an outdoor pool season pass event. The agenda is largely procedural with no votes or decisions listed.

• Discussion of Community Capital Asset Projects
• Update on Municipal Park Grant
• Review of Full Time Custodian Opening
• Discussion of BMAC Backstops
• Indoor Pool Closure and Outdoor Pool Season Pass Event

The board held a public information meeting regarding a two-phase, $1 million project to create a fully inclusive playground and update restrooms at Gentry Park. The project seeks funding through a Municipal Park Grant. The board also approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved the previous meeting minutes

Design and Review Board

The Design and Review Board will consider four new applications for signs and a fence, deciding if they meet architectural design and consistency requirements. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of minutes and reports.

• Great Clips, 11243 St. Charles Rock Road: wall sign amendment to sign package #06-0005
• CMW Equipment, 12894 Pennidge Drive: new ground sign
• Tim Landuyt, 3515 Taylor Avenue: residential fence
• SAI Center of STL, 11952 Natural Bridge Road: pole sign on existing poles

The board approved applications for a new wall sign, a ground sign, a residential fence, and a pole sign. One approval was made contingent upon a city review to determine if a structural engineer is required.

• Approved LED wall sign for Great Clips at 11243 St. Charles Rock Road (3-0)
• Approved granite ground sign for CMW Equipment at 12894 Pennridge Drive (3-0)
• Approved 6' white vinyl residential fence for Tim Landuyt at 3515 Taylor Avenue (3-0)
• Approved pole sign for SAI Center of STL at 11952 Natural Bridge Road contingent on city structural review (3-0)

Finance Commission

The Bridgeton Finance Commission is meeting to approve minutes from May 11, 2023, and to review the Fiscal Year 2023 unaudited financial results. No other substantive items are listed.

• Approval of minutes from May 11, 2023 meeting
• Review of Fiscal Year 2023 unaudited financial results

The commission reviewed unaudited financial results for Fiscal Year 2023, noting that overall revenues are projected to exceed the budget by 2-4%. The meeting included reports on grant-funded irrigation and unanticipated HVAC and pool pump repairs.

• Approved May 11, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)

City Council

The Bridgeton City Council will hold a public hearing and consider first reading of a bill to amend a special use permit to expand the convenience store building at the automobile service station at 12218 St. Charles Rock Road. The council will also consider a resolution supporting a parks grant for Gentry Park renovations, a liquor license ownership change for Pirates Cove, and a contract for a new LED sign at the Government Center. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and public comments.

• Public hearing #23-PZ-09: amend Special Use Permit 14-13 to expand convenience store at 12218 St. Charles Rock Road (Lion Petroleum Inc.)
• Resolution 23-05: support Parks and Recreation grant application for Gentry Park renovations
• Liquor license change of ownership for Old Pirates T&R LLC, dba Pirates Cove, 10731 Margatehall
• Bill #6388: first consideration to amend Special Use Permit 14-13 for the convenience store expansion
• Bill #6389: first consideration for $55,258.00 contract with Piros Signs, Inc. for LED sign at Government Center, plus $5,000 contingency

The City Council approved a resolution supporting a planning grant for renovations at Gentry Park and approved a liquor license for Pirates Cove. Two bills regarding a convenience store expansion and a new LED display sign were tabled after first reading. The Council also approved a group of recommended appointments for various Boards and Commissions.

• Approved Resolution 23-05 for Gentry Park renovation planning grant (8-0)
• Approved liquor license for Old Pirates T&R LLC dba Pirates Cove (8-0)
• Approved recommended appointments for 2023-2024 Boards and Commissions (voice vote)
• Tabled Bill #6388 regarding convenience store expansion at 12218 St. Charles Rock Road
• Tabled Bill #6389 for $55,258 LED display sign at Government Center
• Approved July 19, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Design and Review Board

The Bridgeton Design and Review Board will consider two new applications: solar panels on a home at 3402 Falcon Avenue and a sign package for the new Chick-fil-A restaurant at 10897 & 10909 St. Charles Rock Road. The board must decide if each proposal meets architectural design and consistency requirements with surrounding properties. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and routine procedural items.

• Solar panel installation at 3402 Falcon Avenue (application 23-0054)
• Chick-fil-A sign package at 10897 & 10909 St. Charles Rock Road (application 23-0171)
• Approval of minutes from July 18, 2023 meeting

The Design and Review Board approved two new applications for property improvements. These include the installation of roof solar panels and a comprehensive sign package for a new restaurant.

• Approved solar panel installation at 3402 Falcon Avenue (4-0)
• Approved sign package for Chick-fil-A at 10897 & 10909 St. Charles Rock Road (4-0)
• Approved July 18, 2023, meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved August 1, 2023, agenda (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider a petition for a zoning variance at 12386 St. Charles Rock Road. The applicant seeks to reduce the required front yard parking setback from fifteen feet to five feet.

• Variance request for 12386 St. Charles Rock Road regarding front yard parking setbacks

The Board of Adjustment approved a request from Genesis Realty Acquisitions, LLC to reduce the front yard parking setback at 12386 St. Charles Rock Road. The variance allows a 5-foot setback instead of the required 15 feet to accommodate a proposed 122-room hotel.

• Approved Petition #6-23 for a 10-foot parking setback variance at 12386 St. Charles Rock Road (4-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (voice vote)
• Approved the April 27, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Senior Citizens Coordinating

The Senior Citizens Coordinating Committee will discuss routine business including luncheons, movies, bingos, and exercise programs. New business includes a van grant application and planning tours and events for July through September.

• Van grant application to be discussed
• Tours and events planning for July, August, September
• Monthly luncheons for Bridgeton residents only
• AARP tax appointments ended April 11th

The committee approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. Members reviewed ongoing monthly programming and upcoming tours and events scheduled through October. The committee was informed that a van grant application was submitted to East West Gateway.

• Approved the agenda
• Approved the minutes
• Confirmed van grant application submitted to East West Gateway

City Council

The Bridgeton City Council will hold a regular meeting with public comments, minutes approval, and several second-reading ordinances. Key actions include final votes on special use permits for a banquet hall, a marijuana dispensary, and an off-road vehicle sales establishment, plus a contract for engineering services. The council will also consider liquor license requests and approve a bid for a trailer-mounted light tower.

• Special use permit for banquet/event center at 12567-12575 Natural Bridge Road (Bill #6383)
• Special use permit for marijuana dispensary at 12430 St. Charles Rock Road (Bill #6384)
• Special use permit for motorized off-road vehicle sales at 3417 N. Lindbergh Blvd (Bill #6385)
• Contract with Haberberger, Inc. for $35,500 to replace three Trane compressors at Government Center (Bill #6387)
• Liquor license requests: Bridgeton Market (Rock Road Liquor) additional licenses and Pirates Cove change of ownership

The City Council approved special use permits for a banquet hall, a marijuana dispensary, and an off-road vehicle sales establishment. Council also approved a $14,340 bid for a light tower and updated ordinances regarding conflicts of interest.

• Approved liquor licenses for Triya LLC, dba Bridgeton Market (8-0)
• Tabled liquor license application for Old Pirates T&R, LLC dba Pirates Cove
• Approved $14,340 bid for Trailer Mounted Light Tower from TraMar Contracting, Inc. (voice vote)
• Approved Ordinance #23-27 regarding conflicts of interest and financial disclosures (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance #23-28 for a banquet and event center at 12567-12575 Natural Bridge Road (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance #23-29 for a marijuana dispensary at 12430 St. Charles Rock Road (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance #23-30 for an off-road vehicle sales establishment at 3417 N. Lindbergh Blvd (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance #23-31 authorizing an agreement with Stock and Associates, Consulting Engineers, Inc. (8-0)

Design and Review Board

The Design and Review Board will consider five new applications for signs, awnings, and a security fence, deciding whether each meets architectural design and character requirements. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from the June 20, 2023 meeting.

• Koch Air, 20 Corporate Woods Drive: two awnings with directional signage
• Placesmart Staffing, 11726 St. Charles Rock Rd. Ste. L: wall sign
• Spirit Halloween, 11977 St. Charles Rock Rd. Ste. 110: amend sign package #22-0177
• All Star Jeep, 11535 St. Charles Rock Road: amend sign package #14-0038
• Byrne & Jones Construction, 13010 Gist Road: 6-foot chain link fence and gate

The Design and Review Board approved five new applications for business signs, awnings, and security fencing. One approval was made contingent upon the submission of sealed engineered drawings.

• Approved Application 23-0163 for Koch Air awnings and directional signage (3-0)
• Approved Application 23-0164 for Placesmart Staffing non-illuminated wall sign (3-0)
• Approved Application 23-0167 for Spirit Halloween sign package amendment (3-0)
• Approved Application 23-0175 for All Star Jeep signs, contingent on sealed engineered drawings (3-0)
• Approved Application 23-0179 for Byrne & Jones Construction 6' chain link fence and electric gate (3-0)
• Approved July 18, 2023 agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved June 20, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

This is a regular meeting of the Bridgeton Parks and Recreation Board. The board will discuss old business including capital asset projects, a July 4 recap, a municipal park grant, and a custodian opening. New business includes BMAC backstops, Matthews storm damage, Bridgeway Park storywalk, and an outdoor pool update.

• Discussion of Community Capital Asset Projects
• Recap of July 4 events
• Update on Municipal Park Grant
• Review of Matthews Storm Damage
• Outdoor Pool Update

The Board approved recommendations for planning and construction grant resolutions to create a fully inclusive playground and update restrooms at Gentry Park. The project is estimated at $1 million and would be completed in two phases.

• Approved support for Gentry Park planning and construction grant resolutions
• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved previous meeting minutes

Pension Commission

The Bridgeton Pension Commission is meeting to approve minutes from its April 25, 2023 meeting and to review investment performance as new business. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Approval of minutes from April 25, 2023 meeting
• Review of investment performance

Police Commission

The Bridgeton Board of Police Commissioners is holding a regular meeting with a standard agenda including roll call, approval of minutes, public comments, commendations, and reports from the chief and ex officio. No specific policy decisions or notable items are listed; the meeting appears to be procedural.

• Introduction of new member
• Public comments period
• Report from the Chief of Police
• Report from the Ex Officio
• New business

The Police Commission approved the agenda and the minutes from the June 19, 2023, meeting. Chief Mossotti provided updates on department staffing, new vehicles, and community outreach events. No new business was introduced.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved June 19, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Bridgeton Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to amend a special use permit to expand an existing convenience store building at 12218 St. Charles Rock Road. The commission will also elect a vice chairperson and vice chairperson pro-tem, and receive an overview of the comprehensive plat update process.

• Public hearing #23-PZ-09: amend Special Use Permit Ordinance No. 14-13 to expand convenience store at 12218 St. Charles Rock Road, submitted by Lion Petroleum Inc.
• Election of Vice Chairperson and Vice Chairperson Pro-Tem
• Comprehensive Plat Update – overview of process

The Commission approved an amendment to a special use permit to expand a convenience store building. The request will be forwarded to the City Council for further action. The Commission also nominated two members to leadership roles.

• Approved Application #23-PZ-09 to expand convenience store at 12218 St. Charles Rock Road (8-0)
• Nominated Patricia Bland as Vice-Chairperson (voice vote)
• Nominated Rick Valli as Vice-Chairperson Pro-Tem (voice vote)
• Approved June 12, 2023 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote)

City Council

The Bridgeton City Council will hold public hearings on three special use permit requests: a banquet hall at 12567-12575 Natural Bridge Road, a marijuana dispensary at 12430 St. Charles Rock Road, and a powersports vehicle sales establishment at 3417 N. Lindbergh Boulevard. The council will also consider first readings of ordinances for these permits, a paid parental leave policy, and a contract with Stock and Associates. Liquor license changes for Lehmann's Landing and Bridgeton Market are on the agenda.

• Public hearing #23-PZ-06: Special use permit for banquet hall at 12567-12575 Natural Bridge Road
• Public hearing #23-PZ-07: Special use permit for marijuana dispensary at 12430 St. Charles Rock Road
• Public hearing #23-PZ-08: Special use permit for powersports vehicle sales at 3417 N. Lindbergh Boulevard
• Bill #6381: Replace maternity leave policy with paid parental leave policy
• Liquor license change of ownership for Lehmann's Landing (12314 Natural Bridge Road)

The City Council approved a new paid parental leave policy to ensure compliance with state laws and FMLA. The Council also approved a liquor license ownership change for Lehmann’s Landing and tabled several other bills and license requests.

• Approved Bill #6381 (Ordinance #23-26) replacing maternity leave with a paid parental leave policy (8-0)
• Approved liquor license change of ownership for Lehmann’s Landing (8-0)
• Tabled liquor license request for Triya LLC, dba Bridgeton Market (7-1)
• Tabled Bill #6382 regarding conflicts of interest and financial disclosures
• Tabled Bill #6383 for a banquet hall special use permit at 12567-12575 Natural Bridge Road
• Tabled Bill #6384 for a marijuana dispensary special use permit at 12430 St. Charles Rock Road
• Tabled Bill #6385 for an off-road vehicle sales special use permit at 3417 N. Lindbergh Blvd
• Tabled Bill #6386 regarding an agreement with Stock and Associates, Consulting Engineers, Inc.

City Council

The Bridgeton City Council will hold its regular meeting with routine items like minutes approval and public comments. The main business includes second consideration of a new liquor license for Bridgeton Banquet Center, first consideration of a liquor license ownership change for Lehmann's Landing, and a second reading of an ordinance adding an administrative search warrant section to the city code. No resolutions, public hearings, or new bills are scheduled.

• New liquor license for Bridgeton Banquet Center, 12259 Natural Bridge Road (second consideration)
• Liquor license change of ownership for Lehmann's Landing, 12314 Natural Bridge Road (first consideration)
• Bill #6379: Ordinance amending Chapter 110 to add Section 110.085 on administrative search warrants (second reading)

The City Council approved a new liquor license for the Bridgeton Banquet Center and passed Ordinance 23-25 regarding administrative search warrants. Council also approved several appointments to city boards and commissions.

• Approved new liquor license for Bridgeton Banquet Center (8-0)
• Tabled liquor license change of ownership for Lehmann’s Landing
• Approved Bill #6379 as Ordinance 23-25 adding administrative search warrant procedures (8-0)
• Approved appointments to Finance, Historical, Personnel, and Police Commissions

Design and Review Board

The Bridgeton Design and Review Board will consider six new applications for solar panels, commercial fences, wall signs, and a commercial addition. For each, the board must decide whether the proposal meets architectural design, character, and consistency requirements with surrounding properties. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from June 6, 2023.

• 23-0131: Solar panels at 3154 Fort Samuel Ct.
• 23-0145: 6-ft chain link fence at Bridgeton Landfill, 13570 St. Charles Rock Rd.
• 23-0147: 6-ft wood cedar fence at Dream Kids Achievers, 11820 St. Charles Rock Rd.
• 23-0148: Wall sign at Get Away Hookah, 12370 Natural Bridge Rd.
• 23-0150: Commercial addition for antique auto storage at Hunter Engineering, 11250 Hunter Dr.

The Board approved requests for solar panels, two commercial fences, a commercial addition, and wall signs. A request for a vinyl wall sign at Getaway Hookah was denied due to aesthetic concerns. The commercial addition approval was contingent upon the submission of a landscaping plan.

• Approved solar panel installation at 3154 Fort Samuel Ct. (3-0)
• Approved 6' chain link perimeter fence at 13570 St. Charles Rock Road (3-0)
• Approved 6' wood cedar fence at 1820 St. Charles Rock Road (3-0)
• Denied vinyl wall sign at 12370 Natural Bridge Road (0-3)
• Approved commercial addition at 1250 Hunter Drive contingent on landscaping plan (3-0)
• Approved two stud-mounted wall signs at 13892 St. Charles Rock Road (3-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Bridgeton Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to handle routine approvals and discuss old and new business. Items include updates on community capital projects, July 4th events, a senior transportation grant, staffing issues at BMAC, a municipal park grant, and a full-time custodian opening. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific dollar amounts or decisions detailed.

• Community Capital Asset Projects update
• July 4 updates
• Senior Transportation Grant discussion
• BMAC Staffing Issues
• Municipal Park Grant discussion

The Board approved the meeting agenda and amended minutes. Staff provided updates on several Council-approved capital projects, including playground installations and court resurfacing, and discussed a pending grant for a senior van.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved amended minutes

Police Commission

The agenda is procedural, with roll call, approval of minutes, public comment, and reports from the chief and ex officio. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Public portion for citizen comments
• Report from the Chief of Police
• Report from the Ex Officio

The Police Commission approved the agenda and the minutes from the May 15, 2023, meeting. Chief Mossotti provided updates on equipment, staffing, and a new grant for a real-time camera on St. Charles Rock Road.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved minutes from May 15, 2023 meeting

Planning Commission

The Bridgeton Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three special use permit requests for a banquet hall, a marijuana dispensary, and a powersports vehicle sales establishment. The commission will also approve minutes from the April meeting and address other business.

• Special use permit for banquet hall at 12567-12575 Natural Bridge Road (The Omni Banquet, Events and Conference Center, LLC)
• Special use permit for marijuana dispensary at 12430 St. Charles Rock Road (Proper Cannabis)
• Special use permit for off-road vehicle sales at 3417 N. Lindbergh Boulevard (Shop Dogs Powersports, LLC)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved three special use permit applications for a banquet center, a marijuana dispensary, and a powersports vehicle business. All three approved requests will be forwarded to the City Council for further action.

• Approved Special Use Permit for banquet and event center at 12567-12575 Natural Bridge Road (10-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for comprehensive marijuana dispensary at 12430 St. Charles Rock Road (9-1)
• Approved Special Use Permit for motorized off-road vehicle sales at 3417 N. Lindbergh Boulevard
• Approved April 10, 2023 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote)

City Council

The Bridgeton City Council will vote on resolutions endorsing grant applications for waste reduction and parks, consider a new liquor license for the Bridgeton Banquet Center, and introduce ordinances on administrative search warrants and classified employee salaries for FY 2023. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes approval and public comments.

• Resolution 23-03 endorsing Saint Louis County's waste reduction grant program
• Resolution 23-04 supporting Parks and Recreation's East-West Gateway grant application
• New liquor license for Bridgeton Banquet Center (12259 Natural Bridge Road) for liquor by the drink and Sunday sales
• Bill #6379 adding Section 110.085 on administrative search warrants to the city code
• Bill #6380 repealing Ordinance 22-50 and setting classified employee salaries for FY 2023

The City Council approved an ordinance fixing salaries for classified employees and passed resolutions to support waste reduction and parks grant applications. The Council also approved a series of appointments to city boards and commissions.

• Approved Ordinance #23-24 fixing salaries for classified employees for FY 2023 (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-03 endorsing St. Louis County’s waste reduction grant program (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-04 supporting Parks and Recreation grant funding application (8-0)
• Approved recommended appointments for various Boards and Commissions (voice vote)
• Tabled liquor license application for Bridgeton Banquet Center (voice vote)
• Tabled Bill #6379 regarding administrative search warrants (voice vote)

Design and Review Board

The Design and Review Board approved applications for a commercial wall sign, a residential fence, and a commercial storage building. All three requests were passed by unanimous voice votes.

• Approved wall sign for Clement Auto at 12750 St. Charles Rock Road (3-0)
• Approved residential fence for Kristen Holtzclaw at 1000 Warwickhall Drive (3-0)
• Approved storage building for Waste Connections at 13524 Northwest Industrial Drive (3-0)

City Council

The Bridgeton City Council will hold its regular meeting on May 17, 2023. The main business includes second readings of ordinances for a fitness center special use permit and new zoning definitions for comprehensive marijuana facilities, plus a contract for backstop replacements. New business includes a first reading for a pavilion roof replacement contract. The council will also discuss mayor and council pay.

• Special use permit for fitness center at 11977 St. Charles Rock Road, Suite 110B (Bill #6375)
• Ordinance creating definitions and zoning regulations for comprehensive marijuana facilities (Bill #6376)
• Contract with John Noll Construction for BMAC backstop replacements, $155,840 (Bill #6377)
• Contract with John Noll Construction for BMAC pavilion roof replacement, $41,600 (Bill #6378)
• Discussion on mayor and city council pay

City Council approved a special use permit for a fitness center and established zoning regulations for comprehensive marijuana facilities. The council also authorized two construction contracts for the Bridgeton Municipal Athletic Complex.

• Approved special use permit for fitness center at 11977 St. Charles Rock Road (8-0)
• Approved zoning regulations and definitions for comprehensive marijuana facilities (8-0)
• Approved $155,840 contract with John Noll Construction Company for BMAC backstop replacements (8-0)
• Approved $41,600 contract with John Noll Construction Company for BMAC pavilion roof replacement (8-0)
• Approved recommended appointments for Boards and Commissions for 2023-2024 (voice vote)

Design and Review Board

The Design and Review Board will decide on 10 applications for signs, fences, and a new building, all evaluated for architectural consistency with surrounding areas. The most significant item is a proposal by St. Louis Fish Chicken Grill to redevelop a former car wash into a new 2-tenant building with a drive-through at 12001 St. Charles Rock Road.

• Grissom Cleaners: wall sign at 12348 Natural Bridge Road
• Dream Kids Achievers: 6' commercial fence and ground sign at 11820 St. Charles Rock Road
• Bridget Mitchell: residential fence at 11761 Parish Drive
• Sandra Barnett: 4' white picket fence at 3529 Yellow Jasmine Dr.
• St. Louis Fish Chicken Grill: new 2-tenant building with drive-through at 12001 St. Charles Rock Road

The board approved a new two-tenant building for St. Louis Fish & Chicken and several sign and fence applications. Two applications were denied due to missing information and lack of representation. One sign approval was granted contingent upon a landscaping plan and pole painting.

• Denied wall sign for Grissom Cleaners (0-5)
• Denied commercial fence for Dream Kids Achievers (0-5)
• Approved residential fence for Bridget Mitchell (5-0)
• Approved ground sign for Dream Kids Achievers (5-0)
• Approved residential fence for Sandra Barnett (5-0)
• Approved signs for Auto Glass Now (5-0)
• Approved drive-up signs for Target (5-0)
• Approved new building for St. Louis Fish & Chicken Grill (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Bridgeton Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to discuss old and new business, including community capital asset projects, BMAC backstops and pavilion roof, a sponsorship program update, July 4th updates, BMAC tennis/pickleball courts, and a senior transportation grant. The agenda is largely discussion-oriented with no final votes listed.

• Community Capital Asset Projects
• BMAC Backstops/Pavilion Roof
• Sponsorship Program Update
• BMAC Tennis/Pickleball Courts
• Senior Transportation Grant

The Board decided to move the Hellebusch Park lighting project from the Community Capital Project Assets list to the 2023 budget. The Parks Director provided updates on several Council-approved capital projects and sponsorship fundraising.

• Moved Hellebusch Park lighting project to 2023 budget
• Approved agenda
• Approved amended minutes

Police Commission

The agenda is largely procedural: roll call, approval of minutes, public comments, commendations, and reports. A closed session is authorized for legal, personnel, or contract matters. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Closed session may be held under state law for legal, personnel, or contract discussions

The Police Commission unanimously approved the promotion of two officers to the rank of Sergeant. The commission also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the April 17, 2023, meeting.

• Approved promotion of Thomas Cline to Sergeant (Unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Kenneth Lucia to Sergeant (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved April 17, 2023 meeting minutes

Finance Commission

The Finance Commission is meeting to approve minutes from prior meetings and hear reports on the city's fiscal year 2022 unaudited financial results and a pension plan update. No votes on specific items are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from August 11, 2022 and March 9, 2023 meetings
• Fiscal Year 2022 unaudited financial results
• Pension plan update

The commission approved the meeting minutes from August 11, 2022, and March 9, 2023. Members reviewed unaudited FY2022 financial results and received an update on the city's pension plan funding levels. The meeting included an ex-officio report on various local business developments and infrastructure projects.

• Approved August 11, 2022 and March 9, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)

City Council

The Bridgeton City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances on a fitness center special use permit and marijuana facility zoning. They will also vote on a resolution to allow licensed dispensaries to sell adult-use marijuana until August 31, 2023, and consider contracts for inmate housing and construction.

• Public hearing #23-PZ-04: Special use permit for fitness center at 11977 St. Charles Rock Road, Suite 114
• Public hearing #23-PZ-05: Zoning ordinance amendments for recreational marijuana facilities
• Resolution 23-02: Authorizes adult-use marijuana sales at licensed dispensaries until Aug 31, 2023
• Bill #6374: Amended contract with St. Louis County for inmate housing at $50/day, infirmary care $300/day
• Bill #6377: Contract with John Noll Construction for BMAC backstop replacements, $155,840

The council passed Resolution 23-02 (7-0) allowing properly licensed marijuana dispensaries to sell adult-use cannabis alongside medical marijuana through August 31, 2023, in zoning districts where medical dispensaries are already permitted. Councilmembers Hein and Grimmer were elected Council Chairperson and Treasurer respectively, each by a 5-2 vote. Two zoning amendments and a construction contract were tabled for further review.

• Approved Resolution 23-02 authorizing adult-use marijuana sales at licensed dispensaries (7-0)
• Elected Councilmember Hein as Council Chairperson (5-2)
• Elected Councilmember Grimmer as Council Treasurer (5-2)
• Approved sign variance for Koch Air at 20 Corporate Woods Drive (7-0)
• Passed Ordinance 23-19 increasing inmate housing rate with St. Louis County to $50/day (7-0)
• Tabled Bill 6375 for fitness center special use permit at 11977 St. Charles Rock Road
• Tabled Bill 6376 amending zoning definitions for marijuana facilities
• Tabled Bill 6377 for $155,840 backstop replacement contract at BMAC

Board of Adjustment

The Bridgeton Board of Adjustment is continuing a hearing on a variance request from John & Dawn Adams for a garage at 3760 Harmony Lane. The applicant seeks to exceed several zoning limits, including size, height, and design consistency. The board will decide whether to grant the variance.

• Variance request for accessory structure at 3760 Harmony Lane
• Proposed garage exceeds maximum ground floor area by 582 sq ft (1,302 vs 720 allowed)
• Garage would exceed primary structure's living area and ridge line height
• Request to use metal exterior walls and non-matching design
• Property is in R-3 Single Family Dwelling District

The Board of Adjustment held a public hearing regarding a variance request for a detached garage at 3760 Harmony Lane. The proposal includes five violations of the Zoning Ordinance, including size, height, and material restrictions. The minutes end before a final decision was rendered.

• Approved the agenda (voice vote)
• Approved the March 23, 2023 minutes (voice vote)

Pension Commission

The Commission received a presentation on the 2023 Actuarial Valuation Report, which included updates to investment return assumptions and funding methodology. Members also reviewed investment performance for the period ending March 31, 2023. No substantive policy changes or funding votes were decided.

• Approved January 31, 2023 minutes (voice vote)

Senior Citizens Coordinating

The Senior Citizen Coordinating Committee is meeting to discuss routine business, including approval of minutes, old business such as monthly luncheons, movies, bingos, and senior exercise, and new business like a meet and greet with newly elected Bridgeton officials and planning tours and events for April through June. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or financial items listed.

• Monthly luncheons, movies, bingos, and weekly senior exercise
• AARP tax appointments
• Meet and greet with newly elected Bridgeton officials for 2023
• Tours and events for April, May, June

The committee approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. Members discussed the continuation of monthly luncheons, movies, and bingo, and noted the cancellation of Social Time. The committee is currently seeking a new chairperson.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Cancelled Social Time due to low attendance
• Maintained early bird sign-up for residents through 2023

City Council

This is a special city council meeting focused on procedural items: accepting election results, recognizing outgoing officials, and installing newly elected officials. No substantive policy decisions or discussions are on the agenda.

• Acceptance of verification of election results
• Recognition of outgoing elected officials
• Installation of newly elected officials

The City Council met to formally accept the certified results of the April 4, 2023 General Municipal Election. Elected city officials were sworn in by the City Clerk, with the exception of Judge Larrew. The council also recognized outgoing members Luke and Zimmer.

• Approved April 19, 2023 agenda (voice vote)
• Accepted certified election results of April 4, 2023 (voice vote)

City Council

The City Council approved a liquor license for Ranoush Bridgeton, LLC and passed two ordinances regarding business zoning and land subdivision. A proposed contract for municipal inmate housing was tabled.

• Approved liquor license for Ranoush Bridgeton, LLC (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance #23-17 adding powersport vehicle sales as a permitted land use in B-2 district (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance #23-18 granting minor commercial subdivision for Hilltop Plaza Resubdivision (8-0)
• Tabled Bill #6374 regarding amended contract for municipal inmate housing

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will discuss updates on the irrigation project, Fall Fest/5K, and Hickory Woods Trail/Trees under old business. New business includes Arbor Day/Tree City USA, park projects funded by ARPA funds, and BMAC backstops/pavilion roof. The meeting includes public comment, approval of minutes, and reports from ex-officio, staff, and the chairman.

• Irrigation Project Update
• Fall Fest/5K Update
• Hickory Woods Trail/Trees
• Park Projects (resulting from ARPA funds)
• BMAC Backstops/Pavilion Roof

The Board approved the replacement of playgrounds at Spanish Village and Matthews Park, as well as the addition of lighting at the Hellebusch pavilion. Members discussed but did not approve projects for the Fort McKay Cabin or Bridgeway Pickleball courts.

• Approved playground replacement at Spanish Village
• Approved playground replacement at Matthews Park
• Approved adding lighting under the Hellebusch pavilion
• Approved amended minutes from previous meeting
• Approved meeting agenda

Design and Review Board

The Design and Review Board will consider a new application from Koch Air at 20 Corporate Woods Drive to install three wall signs. The board must decide if the signs meet requirements for architectural design, character, and consistency with surrounding properties. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda and minutes from April 4, 2023.

• New application: Koch Air, 20 Corporate Woods Drive, three wall signs
• Board decision on sign compliance with architectural design and character
• Approval of minutes from April 4, 2023

The Design and Review Board approved a request for Koch Air to install three wall signs at 20 Corporate Woods Drive. The approval allows for more signs than the one wall sign typically permitted at this location.

• Approved Application 23-0072 for three wall signs at 20 Corporate Woods Drive (4-1)

Police Commission

The Bridgeton Board of Police Commissioners is meeting to handle routine procedural items: roll call, agenda approval, approval of minutes, commendations/letters of recognition for Lt. Loveall and Sgt. Dickherber, a public portion, reports from the chief and ex officio, and new business. No substantive decisions or financial items are listed.

• Commendations/letters of recognition for Lt. Loveall and Sgt. Dickherber
• Public portion for resident comments
• Report from the Chief of Police
• Report from the Ex Officio
• New business discussion

The Police Commission approved the agenda and the minutes from the March 20, 2023 meeting. The session included reports on officer training, staffing vacancies, and upcoming community events.

• Approved agenda
• Approved March 20, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Bridgeton Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a special use permit for a fitness center and on proposed amendments to the zoning ordinance regarding recreational marijuana facilities. The commission will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and receive staff updates.

• Public hearing #23-PZ-04: Special use permit for a fitness center at 11977 St. Charles Rock Road, Suite 114 in the B-2 Community Business District
• Public hearing #23-PZ-05: Amendments to zoning ordinance for recreational marijuana facility definitions and regulations
• Approval of minutes from March 13, 2023 meeting

The Commission approved a special use permit for a fitness center and a text amendment to the Zoning Ordinance regarding adult-use marijuana facilities. Both items will be forwarded to the City Council for further action.

• Approved Special Use Permit #23-PZ-04 for a fitness center at 11977 St. Charles Rock Road, Suite 110B (9-0)
• Approved Zoning Ordinance amendment #23-PZ-05 requiring special use permits for comprehensive marijuana dispensaries in business and manufacturing districts (9-0)
• Approved minutes of March 13, 2023 (voice vote)
• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote)

City Council

The Bridgeton City Council will hold a public hearing and consider first readings on allowing off-road vehicle sales in the B-2 district, plus a minor subdivision. They will also vote on second readings for a QuikTrip expansion, a $832,135 concrete pavement contract, and a $25,000 stormwater design contract. A new liquor license for Ranoush Bridgeton is on the agenda.

• Public hearing #23-PZ-03: amend B-2 district to allow powersports vehicle sales with a Special Use Permit (Shop Dogs, LLC)
• Bill #6368: QuikTrip expansion at 12712 St. Charles Rock Rd with diesel pumps and canopy (second reading)
• Bill #6369: $832,135 concrete pavement replacement in Bridgeway Subdivision, plus $145,000 additional work (second reading)
• Bill #6370: $25,000 stormwater design services for 11676 Mark Twain Ln and 4144 Bridgeton Meadows Ct (second reading)
• Bill #6373: $694,100 irrigation system at Berry Hill Golf Course (first reading)

The Council approved a special use permit for QuikTrip to expand with diesel pumps and a canopy. They also authorized contracts for street pavement replacement and golf course irrigation. Several other zoning and liquor license items were tabled.

• Approved QuikTrip expansion at 12700 St. Charles Rock Road to include diesel pumps and a clearance bar (8-0)
• Approved $832,135.00 contract with M&H Concrete Contractors for Bridgeway subdivision street replacement (8-0)
• Approved $25,000.00 contract with Horner & Shifrin, Inc. for storm water design services (8-0)
• Approved $694,100.00 contract with United Golf, LLC for Berry Hill Golf Course irrigation (8-0)
• Adopted Arbor Day proclamation (voice vote)
• Tabled liquor license application for Ranoush Bridgeton, LLC (voice vote)
• Tabled Bill #6371 regarding motorized off-road vehicle sales in B-2 district (voice vote)
• Tabled Bill #6372 regarding Hilltop Plaza resubdivision (voice vote)

Design and Review Board

The Bridgeton Design and Review Board will consider two new applications: an amended sign package for Best Buy Outlet at 12410 St. Charles Rock Road and a commercial addition for a storm shelter at Bridgeway Elementary, 11635 Oakbury Ct. The board must decide if the sign changes and the addition meet architectural design, character, and compatibility requirements with surrounding areas. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from March 21, 2023, and routine procedural items.

• Best Buy Outlet sign package amendment (application 23-0056) at 12410 St. Charles Rock Road
• Bridgeway Elementary storm shelter addition (application 23-006) at 11635 Oakbury Ct.
• Board decision on sign styles, sizes, locations, and colors
• Board decision on addition's architectural design, character, and consistency

The Design and Review Board approved two new applications for signage and building expansion. Both requests were passed with unanimous voice votes.

• Approved Application 23-0056 for new signs at Best Buy Outlet (3-0)
• Approved Application 23-061 for a 2-story commercial addition at Bridgeway Elementary (3-0)
• Approved March 21, 2023, meeting minutes (3-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider a petition from John and Dawn Adams regarding an accessory structure. The request seeks to build a garage that exceeds the maximum allowable ground floor area by 582 square feet.

• Variance petition for 3760 Harmony Lane (John & Dawn Adams)
• Request for garage exceeding maximum ground floor area by 582 square feet
• Request for accessory structure with metal exterior walls and higher ridge line than primary structure

The Board of Adjustment heard a petition for a variance to build a garage at 3760 Harmony Lane that would exceed size, height, and material restrictions. The Board voted unanimously to postpone the final decision until a meeting with five members is present.

• Approved agenda (voice vote)
• Approved February 23, 2023 minutes (voice vote)
• Postponed vote on Petition #5-23 for 3760 Harmony Lane variance (unanimous)

Design and Review Board

The Board approved five applications for commercial alterations, including drive-thru expansions and equipment installations. Several approvals were granted contingent upon specific design modifications, such as adding gates or rooftop screening.

• Approved Chic Fil A drive-thru expansion to two lanes and canopy alterations (4-0)
• Approved Leonardo DRS pergola construction for employee patio (4-0)
• Approved Koch Air 8' chain link fence contingent upon detailed cantilever gate drawings (4-0)
• Approved Bridgeton Medical Investors generator enclosure contingent upon adding a gate and matching building color (4-0)
• Approved Speedie Way Auto Body paint booth contingent upon 6' exhaust ducts, neutral paint, and rooftop parapet screening (4-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Bridgeton Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to discuss updates on an irrigation system grant, repairs at Matthews/Hellebusch, and the Hickory Woods trail and trees. New business includes planning for Concerts in the Park, Arbor Day/Tree City USA, and July 4th events. The agenda is largely updates and planning, with no major decisions or contracts listed.

• Irrigation System Grant Update
• Matthews/Hellebusch Repairs Update
• Hickory Woods Trail/Trees
• Concerts In The Park planning
• Arbor Day/Tree City USA and July 4 events

The board approved the meeting agenda and amended minutes. Members discussed the status of park repairs, upcoming event schedules for Fall Fest and Concerts in the Park, and the requirements for the Tree City USA grant.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved amended minutes

Police Commission

The Bridgeton Board of Police Commissioners is meeting for a routine session. The agenda includes roll call, approval of minutes, a public portion, and reports from the chief and ex officio. A closed session may be held to discuss legal, personnel, or contract matters, but no specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Closed session possible under R.S.MO 610.021 for legal, personnel, or contract discussions
• Public portion for citizen input
• Report from the Chief of Police
• Commendations and letters of recognition

The Police Commission met to review department commendations and upcoming community events. Following an executive session to discuss personnel matters, the commission voted to extend a conditional job offer to one individual.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved January 23, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Voted unanimously to offer Joshua Thum a conditional job offer

City Council

The City Council approved a sign variance for Foot Locker and appointed directors for the Bridgeton NWP Community Improvement District. Three ordinances regarding a QuikTrip expansion, street pavement replacement, and stormwater design services were introduced and tabled.

• Approved sign variance for Foot Locker at 973 Northwest Plaza Drive (8-0)
• Appointed Board of Directors for Bridgeton NWP Community Improvement District (voice vote)
• Tabled Bill #6368 regarding QuikTrip Special Use Permit amendment (voice vote)
• Tabled Bill #6369 for $977,135 concrete pavement replacement in Bridgeway subdivision (voice vote)
• Tabled Bill #6370 for professional design services up to $25,000 for stormwater projects (voice vote)
• Approved March 1, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Planning Commission

The Bridgeton Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to allow off-road vehicle sales and service in the B-2 district with a special use permit. They will also consider final plat approval for the Hilltop Plaza commercial subdivision and discuss text amendments related to recreational marijuana facilities.

• Public hearing #23-PZ-03: amend B-2 district to allow powersports vehicle sales/service with special use permit (Shop Dogs, LLC)
• Final plat #23-PZ-02: Hilltop Plaza, 17.47 acres into 3 lots at 11982/11986 Paul Mayer Avenue (Sherrill Associates, Inc.)
• Discussion of text amendments on recreational marijuana facilities

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a text amendment to allow off-road vehicle sales and service in the B-2 Community Business District via special use permits. The commission also approved a final plat to subdivide a commercial property into three lots. Both items were forwarded to the City Council for further action.

• Approved Application #23-PZ-03 to allow off-road vehicle sales/service in B-2 district (7-1)
• Approved Application #23-PZ-02 for Final Plat of 'Hilltop Plaza' subdivision at 11982 and 11986 Paul Mayer Avenue (8-0)
• Approved February 13, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote)

Beautification Commission

The Bridgeton Beautification Commission is meeting to handle routine business and discuss upcoming projects, including the Spring/Fall Plant Giveaway, the Picture This! Photo Contest, and special projects like a veterans' bench and planters. They will also review a community survey for the special projects budget and seek volunteers.

• Spring/Fall Plant Giveaway planning
• Picture This! Photo Contest discussion
• Special projects: veterans' bench, dolphin cove, Nessie area, planters
• Community survey for special projects budget
• Volunteer recruitment for the commission

Finance Commission

The Bridgeton Finance Commission is meeting to approve minutes from August 2022 and receive an overview of the 2023 budget. The agenda includes standard procedural items and a budget presentation.

• Approval of minutes from August 11, 2022
• Overview of 2023 budget

The commission was unable to take formal action or approve minutes because a quorum was not present. Finance Officer Christine Bodus provided an overview of the 2023 budget previously approved by the City Council.

• Tabled minutes from August 11, 2023, meeting
• Adjourned meeting at 6:58 p.m.

Design and Review Board

The Design and Review Board will consider two new applications for wall signs, one from Tammy's Tumbling and one from Footlocker, and decide if they meet architectural design and character requirements. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. No other substantive items are listed.

• Tammy's Tumbling wall sign at 12157 Bridgeton Square Drive (application 23-0039)
• Footlocker wall sign at 973 Northwest Plaza Drive (application 23-0015)
• Approval of minutes for February 21, 2023

The Board approved a wall sign for Tammy's Tumbling and a variance for an additional illuminated wall sign for Footlocker. Both applications passed with unanimous voice votes.

• Approved Application 23-0039 for Tammy's Tumbling wall sign (4-0)
• Approved Application 23-0015 for Footlocker illuminated wall sign variance (4-0)
• Approved March 7, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The Bridgeton City Council is holding its regular meeting with a largely procedural agenda. The only substantive item is the introduction of a new police officer; there are no resolutions, public hearings, permits, contracts, or bills scheduled. A closed session may be held for legal, real estate, personnel, or contract matters.

• Introduction of new police officer
• Approval of minutes from February 15, 2023 meeting
• Possible closed session for legal, real estate, personnel, or contract discussions

The City Council met for a regular session with no resolutions, new bills, or emergency legislation presented. The meeting primarily consisted of staff reports and council communications.

• Approved March 1, 2023 agenda (voice vote)
• Approved February 15, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider two variance petitions: a 10-foot front yard setback variance for a carport at 3841 Fee Fee Road, and a 30-foot height variance for a 75-foot structure at 14559 Missouri Bottom Road.

• Petition 2-23: Frank Woolston requests a 10-foot variance from the 30-foot front yard setback to build a carport at 3841 Fee Fee Road (R-4 district).
• Petition 4-23: Missouri Asphalt Products LLC requests a 30-foot variance to allow a 75-foot high structure at 14559 Missouri Bottom Road (M-1 district).

The Board of Adjustment approved two petitions for zoning variances. One allows a residential carport to encroach into a front yard setback, and the other allows an industrial silo to exceed height limits.

• Approved Petition #2-23 for a 10-foot front yard setback variance at 3841 Fee Fee Road (4-0)
• Approved Petition #4-23 for a 30-foot height variance for a 75-foot silo at 14559 Missouri Bottom Road (4-0)

Design and Review Board

The Design and Review Board will consider three new applications: a commercial security gate, a residential fence, and a paint booth amendment. For each, the board must decide if the proposal meets architectural design and character requirements. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and other routine business.

• Range USA, 11808 St. Charles Rock Road: commercial security gate
• Laverne Hauhe, 11418 Nora Court: 6-foot vinyl fence
• Speedie Way Auto Body, 11976 Natural Bridge Road: amend permit #22-0147 for paint booth

The Design and Review Board approved a commercial security gate and a residential fence. The board denied an application to amend a paint booth permit due to discrepancies between drawings and existing construction.

• Approved security gate for Range USA at 11808 St. Charles Rock Road contingent on submitting anchoring drawings (5-0)
• Approved 6' vinyl fence for Laverne Hauhe at 11418 Nora Court (5-0)
• Denied permit amendment for paint booth at Speedie Way Auto Body (11976 Natural Bridge Road) (0-5)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Bridgeton Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to discuss several ongoing items, including a fee increase proposal, updates on an irrigation system grant, repairs at Matthews/Hellebusch, and the 2023 budget. The board will also consider new business such as Hickory Woods trail and tree work. The agenda is largely routine, with no final votes listed.

• Fee increase proposal
• Irrigation system grant update
• Matthews/Hellebusch repairs update
• Hickory Woods trail/trees discussion
• 2023 budget update

The board reviewed updates on park repairs and the 2023 budget, including equipment purchases. City Council approved a fee increase proposal for room rentals, golf, and pool passes. A $465,000 irrigation grant for Berry Hill Golf Course was also approved.

• Approved fee increases for room rental, resident golf, pool passes, BMAC tournament packages, and field lighting (via City Council)
• Approved $465,000 irrigation grant for Berry Hill Golf Course (City to pay $229,100 difference)
• Approved agenda as amended
• Approved previous meeting minutes

Police Commission

The Bridgeton Board of Police Commissioners is holding a special meeting. The agenda includes roll call, agenda approval, public comments, and a possible closed session to discuss legal actions, personnel matters, or contract negotiations. No other substantive items are listed.

• Closed session may be held under R.S.MO 610.021(1), (3), and (12) for legal, personnel, or contract matters

City Council

The Bridgeton City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a $694,100 contract for a new irrigation system at Berry Hill Golf Course and changes to pension plan assumptions. The council will also vote on amendments to a special use permit and commercial land use regulations. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and a proclamation.

• Resolution 23-01: Adopt pension plan actuarial assumptions and lower interest rate from 7.50% to 7.25%
• Bill 6365: Authorize $694,100 agreement with United Golf, LLC for irrigation at Berry Hill Golf Course
• Bill 6366: Amend Special Use Permit 18-14 for additions at 11635 Oakbury Court
• Bill 6367: Amend code to modify commercial land use regulations
• Proclamation honoring Mary Jane Aydelott

City Council approved a contract for a new irrigation system at Berry Hill Golf Course and updated pension plan actuarial assumptions. The council also approved building additions for a facility at 11635 Oakbury Court and modified commercial land use regulations.

• Approved Resolution #R-23-01 to adopt pension plan actuarial assumptions and revise interest rate from 7.50% to 7.25% (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance #23-10 for a $694,100 irrigation system at Berry Hill Golf Course via United Golf, LLC (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance #23-11 to allow classroom, storm shelter, and stage additions at 11635 Oakbury Court (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance #23-12 to modify regulations for various commercial land uses (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request by QuikTrip Corporation to amend a Special Use Permit (Ordinance No. 16-28) to incorporate the property at 12712 St. Charles Rock Road into its existing automobile service station and convenience store at 12700 St. Charles Rock Road. The amendment would allow the expansion of the use with the addition of diesel fuel pumps and a canopy, as provided under Section 410.130.E.2.d of the B-3 Travel/Entertainment Services District. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and staff updates.

• Public hearing #23-PZ-01: QuikTrip requests to amend Special Use Permit (Ordinance No. 16-28) to add 12712 St. Charles Rock Road to existing station at 12700 St. Charles Rock Road
• Expansion includes addition of diesel fuel pumps and a canopy
• Approval of minutes from January 9, 2023 meeting

The Commission approved a request to amend a special use permit for QuikTrip to add diesel fuel pumps and a canopy at 12712 St. Charles Rock Road. The approval includes conditions regarding landscaping, trash, and parking restrictions. The application now moves to the City Council for further action.

• Approved Application #23-PZ-01 to expand QuikTrip with diesel pumps and canopy (10-0)
• Added condition: No long-term parking over 12 hours and no extended idling
• Approved January 9, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote)

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is mostly routine procedural items, including approval of minutes and announcements, with the main business being discussion of the Spring/Fall Plant Giveaway and the Picture This! Photo Contest.

• Spring/Fall Plant Giveaway
• Picture This! Photo Contest
• Social media and advertising efforts
• Volunteer recruitment for the commission

The Beautification Commission approved funding for a community photo contest and selected plants for the fall giveaway. The commission also noted that the Nessie Project could not be completed due to vendor delivery issues.

• Approved $150 from the Beautification Commission Budget for photo contest gift cards
• Voted to giveaway Sedum Autumn Fire and a small/dwarf ornamental grass for the fall giveaway
• Approved the February 9, 2023 agenda
• Approved January 12, 2023 meeting minutes

Design and Review Board

The Design and Review Board will consider seven new applications for architectural changes, including a paint booth, signs, additions, and a fence. For each, the board must decide if the proposal meets design, character, and consistency requirements with surrounding properties. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from January 3, 2022.

• Speedie Way Auto Body, 11976 Natural Bridge Road: amend permit to add a paint booth
• Marmic Fire & Safety, 12882 Pennridge Drive: window sign
• Key Equipment, 13507 Northwest Industrial Drive: commercial addition
• Holman Middle School, 11055 St. Charles Rock Road: commercial addition
• DePaul Medical Center, 12303 DePaul Drive: 5-foot black vinyl coated chain link fence

City Council

The Bridgeton City Council will hold public hearings on two zoning requests, then consider bills including a $694,100 contract for a new irrigation system at Berry Hill Golf Course and ordinances related to the zoning requests. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and introduction of a new police officer.

• Public hearing #22-PZ-22: amend special use permit to expand building at 11635 Oakbury Ct. for classrooms, storm shelter, and stage
• Public hearing #22-PZ-23: amend zoning ordinance to modify commercial land use regulations
• Bill 6365: authorize agreement with United Golf, LLC for irrigation system at Berry Hill Golf Course, $694,100
• Bill 6366: amend special use permit for building additions at 11635 Oakbury Court
• Bill 6367: amend zoning ordinance for commercial land uses

The City Council tabled three separate bills, including a $694,100 irrigation system contract and two zoning amendments. No substantive legislative actions were approved during the meeting.

• Tabled Bill #6365 regarding a $694,100 irrigation system for Berry Hill Golf Course
• Tabled Bill #6366 regarding building additions at 11635 Oakbury Court (voice vote)
• Tabled Bill #6367 regarding commercial land use zoning amendments (voice vote)
• Approved January 18, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved motion to enter closed session for legal and privileged communications (8-0)

Pension Commission

The Bridgeton Pension Commission is meeting to review pension-related items, including a budgeted contribution based on a 7.25% rate of return, an experience study's assumption recommendations, and investment performance. The commission will make a recommendation to the City Council on adopting all assumptions. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the October 25, 2022 meeting and an introduction of David Kershner from Buck.

• Introduction of David Kershner from Buck
• Budgeted pension contribution with 7.25% rate of return
• Summary of experience study assumption recommendations
• Recommendation to City Council on adoption of all assumptions
• Investment performance review

The Pension Commission approved a recommendation to City Council to adopt updated plan assumptions, including a lowered investment return rate. The commission also reviewed the 2021-2022 investment performance report.

• Approved October 25, 2022 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved recommendation to City Council to adopt all plan assumptions (voice vote)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider three petitions: a 10-foot front yard setback variance for a fence at 3171 Fort Samuel Court, a 10-foot setback variance for a carport at 3841 Fee Fee Road (postponed at applicant's request), and a variance from the sod requirement for a warehouse at 3655 Pennridge Drive. Only the fence variance and sod appeal are active for this meeting.

• Variance request for 10-foot front yard setback reduction for a fence at 3171 Fort Samuel Court
• Variance request for 10-foot front yard setback reduction for a carport at 3841 Fee Fee Road (postponed)
• Appeal to use alternative permanent revegetation instead of sod for warehouse at 3655 Pennridge Drive

The Board of Adjustment approved a setback variance for a residential fence and granted an appeal to allow seed and straw instead of sod for a warehouse project. One petition was postponed at the applicant's request.

• Approved Petition #1-23: 10-foot front yard setback variance for fence at 3171 Fort Samuel Ct (4-0)
• Approved Petition #3-23: Appeal to use seed and straw instead of sod at 3655 Pennridge Drive (4-0)
• Postponed Petition #2-23 at the request of the applicant
• Approved minutes of October 27, 2022

Senior Citizens Coordinating

The Senior Citizen Coordinating Committee is meeting to review past activities and plan upcoming events for 2023, including monthly luncheons, movies, bingos, exercise sessions, and AARP tax appointments. The agenda includes reports from the coordinator and chairman, and public comment is invited.

• Monthly luncheons, movies, bingos, and senior exercise sessions continue in 2023
• Early bird sign-up for residents for activities
• AARP tax appointments scheduled
• Review of tours and events from October–December 2022
• Upcoming events for January and February 2023

The committee approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. Members discussed the continuation of monthly luncheons, movies, and bi-monthly bingo, noting that early bird sign-ups for residents will continue through 2023.

• Approved agenda
• Approved previous minutes
• Confirmed early bird sign-ups for luncheons will continue through 2023
• Determined social time on non-bingo weeks will probably discontinue
• Confirmed no charge for van service at this time

Pension Commission

The Bridgeton Pension Commission is meeting to review and potentially recommend pension-related items to the City Council. They will hear from David Kershner of Buck about the budgeted pension contribution, including a 7.25% rate of return and experience study assumptions, and will discuss investment performance. The commission may make a recommendation on adopting all assumptions.

• Introduction of David Kershner from Buck
• Budgeted pension contribution with 7.25% rate of return
• Summary of experience study assumption recommendations
• Recommendation to City Council on adoption of all assumptions
• Investment performance review

Police Commission

The Bridgeton Board of Police Commissioners is holding a regular meeting with routine items including roll call, agenda approval, minutes, public comments, commendations, and a report from the chief. The board may also enter a closed session to discuss legal actions, personnel matters, or contract negotiations as permitted by state law. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Closed session possible under R.S.Mo. 610.021(1), (3), and (12) for legal, personnel, and contract matters
• Public portion for comments
• Report from the Chief of Police
• Commendations and letters of recognition

The Police Commission unanimously approved conditional job offers for two new police officers. The commission also voted to change the start time for future meetings to 5:30 PM.

• Approved conditional job offer for Tyrone Eastern Jr. (unanimous)
• Approved conditional job offer for Phillip Quinn (unanimous)
• Approved changing future meeting time to 5:30 PM (unanimous)
• Approved agenda and minutes from November 21, 2022 meeting

City Council

The Bridgeton City Council is scheduled to take a first reading on a $694,100 agreement with United Golf, LLC for a new irrigation system at Berry Hill Golf Course. The body will also take second readings on ordinances establishing a special use permit for an asphalt manufacturing plant, updating Parks and Recreation fees, and hiring Sikich, LLP for auditing services. Additionally, the council will consider a variance request for pole signs at a laundromat on North Lindbergh Blvd.

• First reading of Bill 6365: $694,100 contract with United Golf, LLC for irrigation at Berry Hill Golf Course
• Second reading of Bill 6361: Special use permit for asphalt manufacturing plant at 14559 Missouri Bottom Road
• Second reading of Bill 6362: New fees and charges for Parks and Recreation Department programs
• Second reading of Bill 6363: Contract with Sikich, LLP for independent and certified auditing for 2022-2024
• Second reading of Bill 6364: $39,329 agreement with McConnell & Associates for tennis court resurfacing at BMAC

The Council approved a special use permit for an asphalt manufacturing plant and updated fees for Parks and Recreation programs. They also authorized a contract for auditing services and tennis court resurfacing at BMAC. A proposed irrigation system for Berry Hill Golf Course was tabled.

• Approved special use permit for asphalt manufacturing plant at 14559 Missouri Bottom Road (8-0)
• Approved updated fees for Parks and Recreation programs, services, and activities (8-0)
• Approved contract with Sikich, LLP for auditing services for 2022, 2023, and 2024 (8-0)
• Approved $39,329.00 contract with McConnell & Associates for BMAC tennis court resurfacing and partial conversion to pickleball courts (8-0)
• Tabled Bill 6365 regarding a $694,100.00 irrigation system for Berry Hill Golf Course
• Removed Variance request for Best Wash Laundromat from the agenda

Parks and Recreation Board

The Bridgeton Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to discuss several operational items, including a proposed fee increase, a membership promotion, and updates on an irrigation system grant and repairs at Matthews/Hellebusch. New business includes forming an ARPA funds committee, a personnel update, and planning for Fall Fest/5K.

• Fee Increase Proposal
• Membership Promotion
• Irrigation System Grant Update
• Matthews/Hellebusch Repairs Update
• ARPA Funds Committee

The Board reviewed the results of a membership promotion and the status of park repairs. They discussed the Berry Hill Golf Course irrigation grant and upcoming changes to the Fall Feast event. No new ordinances or contracts were voted on during this session.

• Approved the agenda
• Approved minutes as amended

Beautification Commission

The Bridgeton Beautification Commission is meeting to handle routine business including approving the agenda and previous minutes, and receiving reports. The commission will also discuss upcoming events like the Spring/Fall Plant Giveaway and Story Walk, the Christmas Light Contest, communication methods, social media, and the budget.

• Spring/Fall Plant Giveaway & Story Walk discussion
• Christmas Light Contest discussion
• Social media and advertising discussion
• Budget discussion
• Texting vs email communication discussion

The committee approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. Members discussed the continuation of monthly luncheons, movies, and bingo, as well as the ongoing operation of Meals on Wheels and the senior van service.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Continued early bird sign-up for Bridgeton Residents for monthly luncheons
• Maintained senior exercise every Thursday
• Maintained bingo twice a month
• Proposed discontinuing social time on non-bingo weeks due to low attendance
• Maintained no charge for van service at this time

Planning Commission

The Commission approved a special use permit amendment for building additions at Bridgeway Elementary School. It also approved proposed changes to the Zoning Ordinance regarding commercial land uses in B-2, B-3, B-4, and M-1 districts. Both items move to the City Council for further action.

• Approved Special Use Permit #22-PZ-22 for building additions and fire lane modifications at 11635 Oakbury Ct. (8-0)
• Approved Zoning Ordinance amendments #22-PZ-23 regarding commercial land use regulations (8-0)
• Approved December 12, 2022 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote)

City Council

The Bridgeton City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a special use permit for an asphalt manufacturing plant at 14559 Missouri Bottom Road. The council will also vote on several ordinances, including placing charter amendments and a 3% adult-use marijuana sales tax on the April 2023 ballot, and approving contracts for auditing and tennis court resurfacing.

• Public hearing for special use permit for asphalt plant at 14559 Missouri Bottom Road (Application #22-PZ-21)
• Second reading of bills to place charter amendments on April 2023 ballot (Bills 6355-6358)
• Second reading of bill for 3% sales tax on adult-use marijuana (Bill 6359)
• First reading of ordinance for $39,329 tennis court resurfacing at BMAC with McConnell & Associates (Bill 6364)
• First reading of ordinance to contract Sikich, LLP for auditing services for 2022-2024 (Bill 6363)

The Council reviewed a request from Missouri Asphalt Products, LLC to relocate its asphalt manufacturing plant to 14559 Missouri Bottom Road. The Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the permit. The provided text does not record a final vote or decision by the City Council.

Design and Review Board

The Design and Review Board will consider a new application for a commercial fence at 13918 St. Charles Rock Road. The board must determine if the proposed fence meets architectural design and character requirements for the surrounding area. Other agenda items are routine approvals and reports.

• New application 22-0335 by GTS Transportation for a commercial fence at 13918 St. Charles Rock Road
• Board to evaluate fence finish materials, height, color, and consistency with surrounding properties
• Approval of minutes from December 20, 2022

The Design and Review Board approved a request to install a 6-foot tall chain link fence with a power gate at 13918 St. Charles Rock Road. The fence will be installed inside an existing fence for added security.

• Approved Application 22-0335 for commercial fence at 13918 St. Charles Rock Road (4-0)
• Approved January 3, 2023 agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved December 20, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)