Black Jack public meetings in 2024
43 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to review and consider a Conditional Use Permit for properties at 75A Black Jack Court and 75 Black Jack Court. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from November 20, 2024, and public comments. No old or new business is listed.
- Public hearing and consideration of a Conditional Use Permit for 75A Black Jack Court and 75 Black Jack Court
- Approval of minutes from the November 20, 2024 regular meeting
- Opportunity for public comments
City Council
The Black Jack City Council will meet to review several business and service proposals. The agenda includes discussions on a provisional business license and financial reporting services.
- Review of Whispering Lake Apartment Provisional Business License
- Review of bid for Bookkeeping, Bank Reconciliation, and Financial Reporting Services
- Review of proposal for playground equipment at Norman C. McCourt Park
The City Council approved the annual insurance renewal from Crane for $84,276, which includes a 15% premium increase from last year. The council also voted to raise the flood insurance deductible from $50,000 to $100,000, saving $1,697 annually. The vote was unanimous (7-0).
- Approved $84,276 annual insurance renewal from Crane (7-0)
- Increased flood insurance deductible from $50,000 to $100,000 (7-0)
City Council
The City Council has a mostly procedural agenda with no public hearings, presentations, or new business. The council will review and discuss three miscellaneous items: a provisional business license for Whispering Lake Apartments, a bid for bookkeeping and financial reporting services, and a proposal for playground equipment at Norman C. McCourt Park.
- Review and discuss Whispering Lake Apartment Provisional Business License
- Review and discuss the BID for Bookkeeping, Bank Reconciliation, and Financial Reporting Services
- Review and discuss the Proposal for Playground Equipment - Norman C. McCourt Park
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Commission will review and consider a Conditional Use Permit for 75 Black Jack Court and 75 A Black Jack Court. A public hearing on the permit is scheduled for December 18, 2024. No other business is on the agenda.
- Review Conditional Use Permit for 75 Black Jack Court
- Review Conditional Use Permit for 75 A Black Jack Court
- Public hearing scheduled for December 18, 2024
City Council
The Black Jack City Council will hold second readings of two ordinances: a lease with the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District and a proposal to call a municipal election for April 8, 2025. A resolution adjusting the 2024-2025 fiscal year budget is also pending. No public hearings, presentations, or new business are scheduled.
- Second reading of Bill #1319: ordinance approving a lease with the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District
- Second reading of Bill #1320: ordinance calling a municipal election for Tuesday, April 8, 2025
- Resolution #241101: adjusting the 2024-2025 fiscal year budget
- Approval of regular meeting minutes from October 15, 2024
City Council
This meeting is entirely procedural. The council will approve the minutes from the October 15, 2024 regular meeting and receive routine reports from the mayor, officials, and committees. No public hearings, new business, resolutions, or other substantive items are scheduled.
- Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes – October 15, 2024
Traffic Commission
The Traffic Commission will meet to discuss traffic safety and congestion issues. The body is considering signage and safety measures for specific residential streets.
- Installation of a No-Outlet Sign on Park ton Pl and Demarillac
- Options to eliminate congestion on Bristol Rock Road
- Safety and speeding concerns on Bristol Rock Road
Special Events Committee
The Special Events Committee will discuss the 2024 annual Fall Festival as the only new business item. No other matters are listed for consideration.
- Debriefing of the 2024 annual Fall Festival
City Council
The City Council will hold first readings for ordinances regarding a sewer district lease and a city election. Members will also consider a budget adjustment for the 2024-2025 fiscal year and the adoption of a regional hazard mitigation plan.
- Bill #1319: Lease with the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District
- Bill #1320: Election to be held Tuesday, April 8, 2025
- Resolution #241001: Adjusting the 2024-2025 Fiscal Year Budget
- Resolution #241002: Adopting the 2025-2030 St Louis Regional All-Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Review of RFP for bookkeeping, bank reconciliation, and financial reporting services
Liquor License Committee
The Liquor License Committee will meet to review and consider a liquor license application for the Family Dollar Store located at 35 Black Jack Court. No other business is scheduled.
- Review and consider liquor license application for Family Dollar Store at 35 Black Jack Court
City Council
The Black Jack City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2024 annual tax rate and consider a second reading of Bill #1317 to extend council member terms from two to four years, pending voter approval. The council will also discuss first readings of the tax rate ordinance and resolutions for employee salary adjustments and a liquor license for Family Dollar, as well as a playground equipment proposal for Norman C. McCourt Park.
- Second reading of Bill #1317 to call an election on extending council terms from 2 to 4 years
- Public hearing on 2024 annual tax rate
- First reading of ordinance establishing 2024 ad valorem tax rate
- Resolution #240902 for salary/wage adjustments for city employees in FY2024
- Resolution #240903 to grant a liquor license to Family Dollar of Missouri LLC
City Council
The Black Jack City Council will hold a regular meeting with several legislative items. They will conduct a second reading of an ordinance to add yield signs at Trees Edge Lane and Trees Edge Court. The council will have first readings on a bill calling an election to extend council member terms from two to four years, and on an ordinance approving an accounting services agreement with Sikich LLP. Additionally, they will consider a resolution setting salaries for city employees for fiscal year 2024.
- Second reading of Bill #1316 adding yield signs at Trees Edge Lane and Trees Edge Court
- First reading of Bill #1317 calling election to extend council terms from 2 to 4 years
- Resolution #240901 for FY2024 salary/wage for city employees
- First reading of Bill #1315 approving accounting services agreement with Sikich LLP
The council unanimously approved Bill #1316, adding yield signs at Trees Edge Lane and Trees Edge Court, making it Ordinance #1223. They also introduced a bill to extend council terms from two to four years and approved a resolution setting employee salaries for FY 2024. A proposal to purchase playground equipment for Norman C. McCourt Park was tabled pending review of documents.
- Approved Bill #1316, adding yield signs at Trees Edge Lane and Trees Edge Court (unanimous)
- Introduced Bill #1317, calling an election to extend council terms from two to four years
- Approved Resolution #240901, setting salaries/wages for certain city employees for FY 2024 (unanimous)
- Tabled proposal to purchase playground equipment and hire firms for Phase 3 of Norman C. McCourt Park
City Council
The City Council will hold first readings of two ordinances: one approving an accounting services agreement with Sikich LLP, and another adding yield signs at Trees Edge Lane and Trees Edge Court. Council will also review the 2024 Sewer Lateral Fee, discuss The Mist Bar & Grill, and note the CivicPlus annual renewal increase from $6,320.66 to $6,636.69. Meeting schedule changes for September are also addressed.
- First reading of Bill #1315: ordinance approving accounting services agreement with Sikich LLP
- First reading of Bill #1316: ordinance adding yield signs at Trees Edge Lane and Trees Edge Court
- Review of 2024 Sewer Lateral Fee
- Discussion of The Mist Bar & Grill
- CivicPlus annual renewal increase from $6,320.66 to $6,636.69
The Black Jack City Council tabled Bill #1315 for administrative reasons and set the annual sewer lateral rate to $0.00. They also introduced Bill #1316, which would add yield signs at Trees Edge Lane and Trees Edge Court. The council heard from The Mist Bar & Grill owner about noise complaints and discussed extending her compliance period by 90 days, with a decision to be made at the next meeting.
- Tabled Bill #1315 (unanimous)
- Set annual sewer lateral rate to $0.00 (7-0, 1 abstention)
- Introduced Bill #1316 (yield signs at Trees Edge Lane and Trees Edge Court) for first reading
- Approved minutes of July 16, 2024 (unanimous)
Special Events Committee
The Special Events Committee will continue discussions on member responsibilities and regulations for banners and signs. New business includes updates on the DJ, vendor compliance, program layout, a yard beautification announcement, and a food drive. The meeting also features open discussion on the upcoming festival.
- Continued discussion on member responsibilities
- Continued discussion on banners and signs
- Status update on DJ for the festival
- Update on vendor compliance
- Yard beautification announcement and food drive planning
Special Events Committee
The Special Events Committee will continue discussions on member responsibilities and banner/sign policies, and review status updates on the DJ, vendor compliance, program layout, yard beautification, and a food drive. An open discussion on the festival will also take place.
- Continued discussion on member responsibilities
- Continued discussion on banners and signs
- Status of DJ for the event
- Status of vendor compliance
- Program layout and yard beautification announcement
Personnel Advisory Committee
The committee is meeting to conduct interviews for an Administrative Assistant and Public Works applicants. The session includes a scheduled closed meeting to discuss staff performance and salary reviews.
- Interview for Administrative Assistant
- Interviews for Public Works applicants
- Staff performance and salary reviews
Special Events Committee
The Black Jack Special Events Committee will meet to continue discussions on member responsibilities and banners/signs. New business includes status updates on a DJ, vendor compliance, program layout, a yard beautification announcement, and a food drive. The meeting also includes open discussion about the festival. The agenda is largely procedural and discussion-oriented with no votes or dollar amounts.
- Continued discussion on member's responsibilities
- Continued discussion on banners and signs
- Status of DJ
- Status of Vendors Compliance
- Yard Beautification Announcement
Traffic Commission
The Black Jack Traffic Commission will meet to discuss the installation of a stop sign at the intersection of Trees Edge Lane and Trees Edge Court. The meeting includes roll call, approval of previous minutes, and public comment. No other business is listed.
- Discussion of installing a stop sign at Trees Edge Lane and Trees Edge Court
Special Events Committee
The Special Events Committee will consider quotes for a fireworks display and discuss banners and signs for upcoming events. Members will also review their responsibilities and hold an open discussion about the festival. No unfinished business is listed.
- Approval of minutes from June 24, 2024
- Report/update on members' responsibilities
- Discussion of fireworks display quotes received
- Discussion of banner and signs
- Open discussion regarding the festival
City Council
The Black Jack City Council will hold first readings of ordinances authorizing a vector control contract with St. Louis County and amending a code schedule. Resolutions up for discussion include adjusting the 2024-2025 fiscal budget, amending the Republic Services waste agreement, and hiring auditing and temporary finance support firms. The council will also review a generator RFP and discuss matters related to The Mist Bar & Grill.
- First reading of Bill #1313: contract with St. Louis County for vector control services
- First reading of Bill #1314: amending Schedule IX of Chapter 20 of city ordinances
- Resolution #240702: adjusting the 2024-2025 fiscal year budget
- Resolution #240701: amendment to materials management agreement with Republic Services
- Review and discuss RFP for Generator and The Mist Bar & Grill
Parks & Recreation Board
The board will hold a regular meeting including roll call, approval of June minutes, and a presentation from Consulting City Engineer Vijay Bhasi and Jay Wohlschlaeger of SWT Design. No public hearings are scheduled. The meeting also includes public comments and any unfinished or new business.
- Approval of minutes from June 10, 2024
- Presentation by Consulting City Engineer Vijay Bhasi and Jay Wohlschlaeger of SWT Design
- No public hearings
Special Events Committee
The Special Events Committee will discuss preparations for the annual Fall Festival. Agenda items include confirming the festival date, discussing the budget, and reviewing vendor and fireworks display agreements.
- Confirming the annual Fall Festival date
- Discussion of the festival budget
- Review of fireworks display agreement
- Discussion regarding vendors
City Council
The Black Jack City Council will hold a special meeting to consider pending legislation regarding liquor licenses. The council will review Resolution #240603, which proposes granting licenses to various businesses in the city subject to specific conditions.
- Resolution #240603 regarding liquor licenses for various Black Jack businesses
Liquor License Committee
The Liquor License Committee will meet to review and consider annual liquor license renewals. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from July 27, 2023.
- Approval of July 27, 2023 minutes
- Review and consideration of annual liquor license renewals
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for Upper Cut Barber Shop at 12466 Old Halls Ferry Road. The agenda also includes a vote regarding One Love Smoke Shop as a permitted use and the approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Conditional Use Permit for Upper Cut Barber Shop at 12466 Old Halls Ferry Road
- Vote regarding One Love Smoke Shop as a permitted use
- Approval of January 18, 2024, and April 17, 2024, meeting minutes
Traffic Commission
The Traffic Commission will discuss the installation of a No-Outlet Sign on Chalfont Drive in Ward 2. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from January 24, 2024.
- Discussion regarding a No-Outlet Sign on Chalfont Drive
- Approval of January 24, 2024, meeting minutes
City Council
The Black Jack City Council will review intergovernmental agreements with St. Louis County regarding police, fuel, and repair services. The council will also consider a new code of ethics for city officials and an adjustment to the 2024 fiscal year budget. Discussion items include council terms and parking signs in cul-de-sacs.
- Bill #1309: Police services agreement renewal with St. Louis County
- Bill #1310: Fuel services agreement with St. Louis County
- Bill #1311: Automotive/equipment repair services agreement with St. Louis County
- Bill #1312: Adoption of a code of ethics for city officials and employees
- Resolution #240601: 2024 fiscal year budget adjustment
Parks & Recreation Board
The Black Jack Parks & Recreation Board will meet for standard procedural business. The agenda lists approval of May 13 minutes and a presentation by Jay Wohlschlaeger of SWT Design. No specific contracts, zoning changes, or fee adjustments are scheduled for this session.
- Approval of May 13, 2024 meeting minutes
- Presentation by Jay Wohlschlaeger of SWT Design
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the 2024 Annual Budget. The council is also considering resolutions for certain employee salaries and adjustments to the 2023-2024 fiscal year budget. Additionally, members will review bid results for audit services and annual appointments for boards and commissions.
- Public hearing for 2024 Annual Budget
- Resolutions #240501 and #240502 regarding employee salary/wages
- Resolution #240503 to adjust the 2023-2024 fiscal year budget
- Review of bid results for Audit Services
- Annual appointments for Boards and Commissions
Personnel Advisory Committee
The Personnel Advisory Committee will conduct interviews for a Senior Accountant and a Public Works applicant. The committee also intends to approve the minutes from the April 23, 2024, meeting.
- Interview – Senior Accountant
- Interview – Public Works Applicant
- Approval of April 23, 2024, minutes
City Council
The Black Jack City Council will review certified election results and administer oaths of office. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding a St. Louis City mini-pitch site at Harold Evangelista Park.
- Presentation: St. Louis City mini-pitch site at Harold Evangelista Park
- Presentation of certified election results
- Election of President Pro Tem
- Annual Budget Public Hearing scheduled for May 21, 2024
Personnel Advisory Committee
The Personnel Policy Committee will conduct an interview for a Public Works applicant in a closed session. The committee is also scheduled to review the salary or range approval for an accounting position.
- Public Works applicant interview (closed session)
- Salary/range approval for accounting position
- Approval of March 26, 2024 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will review resolutions regarding a waste reduction grant endorsement and a fiscal year budget adjustment. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the March 19, 2024, meeting. No public hearings or presentations are scheduled for this session.
- Resolution #240401: Endorsing St. Louis County’s waste reduction grant program
- Resolution #240402: Adjusting the 2023-2024 fiscal year budget
- Approval of March 19, 2024, meeting minutes
City Council
The Black Jack City Council scheduled a closed session for April 16, 2024, following their regular meeting. This session is intended to review and discuss potential litigation under Missouri Sunshine Law Section 610.021.1.
- Vote to close meeting regarding legal actions or litigation
- Review and discussion of potential litigation
City Council
The Black Jack City Council is holding a special meeting on April 24, 2024. There are no public hearings, reports, or new legislation scheduled for this session. The council will review and consider bid specifications regarding violation grass cutting.
- Review and consideration of bid specifications for violation grass cutting
City Council
The April 2, 2024, Black Jack City Council meeting was canceled because city offices served as polling places that closed at 7:00 p.m. No business will be conducted or decided at this session. The agenda lists routine administrative items and one pending resolution regarding a county waste reduction grant.
- Meeting canceled due to election poll closing time
- Approval of March 19, 2024, regular meeting minutes
- Pending Resolution #240401 endorsing St. Louis County’s grant program for waste reduction efforts
City Council
The Black Jack City Council will meet to review bid specifications for violation grass cutting and discuss the spring tree limb pickup schedule. The agenda also includes a presentation on worker compensation coverage.
- Review of bid specifications for Violation Grass Cutting
- Discussion of Spring Tree Limb Pickup Schedule
- Presentation on Worker Compensation Coverage by Alyssa Ruff
City Council
The March 5, 2024, Black Jack City Council meeting consists of procedural items. No public hearings, presentations, or new business are scheduled for this meeting.
- Approval of February 6, 2024, regular meeting minutes
City Council
The council will consider resolutions regarding a safety and loss prevention policy, opposition to eliminating food retail sales tax, and employee salaries for fiscal year 2024. The meeting also includes a crime presentation by the St. Louis County Police.
- Resolution #240 201: Safety and loss prevention policy
- Resolution #240202: Opposing legislation to eliminate retail sales tax on food
- Resolution #240203: Salary/wage for certain city employees for fiscal year 2024
- Crime presentation by St. Louis County Police Sergeant Kardasz
- Discussion of the cancellation of the February 20, 2024 meeting
Traffic Commission
The Traffic Commission is meeting to discuss a specific signage installation. The agenda contains one item of new business regarding Ward 3.
- Discussion of No-Outlet Sign installation on Trees Edge Lane in Ward 3
Traffic Commission
The Traffic Commission is meeting to discuss the installation of a No-Outlet sign on Trees Edge Lane in Ward 3. The body will also review the minutes from the September 27, 2023 meeting.
- Proposed installation of a No-Outlet sign on Trees Edge Lane (Ward 3)
City Council
The City Council will review a resolution to adjust the 2024 fiscal year budget. The council will also discuss an annual invoice for IT Voice telephone services.
- Resolution #240101: Adjusting the 2024 fiscal year budget
- Review of $3,500.00 IT Voice invoice for telephone services
Personnel Advisory Committee
The committee will conduct an interview for a Public Works applicant in a closed session. Members will also review job descriptions for Public Works and a new Community/Public Relations/Grant Writing role.
- Interview of Public Works applicant Quinten Jackson (closed meeting)
- Review of Public Works job description
- Review of new Community/Public Relations/Grant Writing job description
- Discussion regarding Public Works snow detail paid time