Wildwood public meetings in 2022

City Council

The City Council approved the FY2023 municipal budget and several ordinances related to road maintenance and land subdivision. A proposed contract for deer population reduction was referred back to committee, and a road renaming bill was sent for further review.

• Approved FY2023 municipal budget and capital improvement program of $30,024,949 (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,239,600 for public roads, rights-of-way, and parks maintenance (Unanimous)
• Approved $75,000 contract with Civil Design, Inc. for Main Street road extension project (15-0-1)
• Approved $27,000 agreement with Olympus Political Consulting Services, LLC (14-1-0)
• Approved $18,180 contract with Wildwood Yoga and Wellness for senior classes (Voice vote)
• Referred Bill #2750 regarding White Buffalo, Inc. deer population reduction to Administration/Public Works Committee (Voice vote)
• Referred Bill #2749A regarding renaming Old Slave Road to Madison Valley to Administration/Public Works Committee (9-7)
• Approved zoning change for 2418 Eatherton Road from NU to R-3 (Voice vote)

City Council

The City Council authorized funding for the Pond Athletic Association and ADA improvements at Community Park. Council also approved a contract amendment for the Birch Forest Drive turnaround and the 2023 City Council calendar.

• Approved $5,000 for Pond Athletic Association (voice vote)
• Approved authorization to bid ADA improvements for Community Park parking lot (voice vote)
• Approved legislation for amended contract with KJ Unnerstall for Birch Forest Drive turnaround ($10,675) (voice vote)
• Postponed action on Westglen Farms/Truman Road Intersection indefinitely (voice vote)
• Denied motion to hold two City Council meetings per month (5-10)
• Approved 2023 City Council calendar (voice vote)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board approved a new single-family dwelling at 2644 Center Avenue, conditioned upon the approval of the Wesley Parc Subdivision plat. The board also held a preliminary informational review for a proposed expansion of St. Louis Community College.

• Approved new single-family dwelling at 2644 Center Avenue (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved August 11, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)

Administration / Public Works Committee

The Administration/Public Works Committee approved the dedication of Town Center residential alleyways as public streets to be maintained by the City. The committee also authorized a new funding application for Old State Road improvements and the engagement of a deer management consultant.

• Approved minutes of October 25, 2022 meeting (Unanimous)
• Elected Council Member Farmer as Committee Vice Chair (Unanimous)
• Approved engagement of Sgt Brad Wendling as consultant for deer management plan (Unanimous)
• Approved research into homeowner assessment funding for private street maintenance (Unanimous)
• Approved amending City Ordinance to dedicate Town Center residential alleyways as public streets (Unanimous)
• Approved rescinding federal grant for Wild Horse Creek Bridge #387 and reapplying in 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved funding application to East West Gateway for Old State Road improvements (Unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission approved a site development plan for a 195-foot AT&T telecommunications tower and renewed a permit for an existing tower. It also forwarded recommendations to City Council regarding a zoning change for 18443 Rieger Road and an extension for recording approved Record Plats. A public hearing was held regarding roof-mounted solar panel regulations, but no decision was reached.

• Approved Site Development Plan for 195-foot AT&T tower at Shepard Road and State Route 109 (7-1)
• Approved one-year renewal for AT&T telecommunications tower at Joe's Way (9-0)
• Approved recommendation to City Council for zoning change at 18443 Rieger Road from PS to NU (9-0)
• Approved recommendation to City Council to extend Record Plat recording timeframe to 120 days (9-0)
• Adopted 2023 Work Program (9-0)
• Approved 2023 meeting calendar (9-0)
• Accepted withdrawal of solar panel CUP request for 3466 Whitsetts Fork Road (9-0)
• Approved November 7, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0 with 3 abstentions)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission unanimously adopted the 2023 Work Program and approved a demolition request for a residence and accessory structure. Members also reviewed updated concepts and costs for the Route 66 Roadside Park Project.

• Approved 2023 Work Program (unanimous voice vote)
• Authorized demolition of single-family dwelling and accessory structure at 2612 Walnut Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved October 27, 2022 meeting minutes by general consent
• Deferred Champions of History Nomination

Watershed Erosion Task Force

The Watershed Erosion Task Force will review its 2022 efforts and initiatives, discuss grant applications to the Missouri Department of Natural Resources and funding options for 2023, and receive updates on projects including the USGS Caulks Creek Watershed Study and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 404 permit applications. The task force will also consider work program items on improving detention basin effectiveness and a work program matrix update. Three items are listed as not ready for action: stormwater impact fees and the Stream Stewardship Trust Fund, Land Stewardship Foundation and project availability, and supporting property owner creek repairs/improvements.

• Review of 2022 efforts and initiatives of the task force
• Discussion of grant applications to the Missouri Department of Natural Resources and funding options for 2023
• Updates on USGS Caulks Creek Watershed Study, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 404 permit applications, and EPA Watershed Management Master Plan
• Work program items on improving detention basin effectiveness, including identifying priority basins and implementing current standards
• Not ready for action items: stormwater impact fees and Stream Stewardship Trust Fund, Land Stewardship Foundation, and supporting property owner creek repairs

The Task Force reviewed 2022 accomplishments, including the start of a USGS study of Caulks Creek. Staff reported that five grant applications to the Missouri Department of Natural Resources were not awarded funding. The group discussed the development of a Stormwater Master Plan for 2023.

• Approved minutes from April 27, 2022 meeting (voice vote, 0 opposition, 1 abstention)
• Set next meeting date for Wednesday, January 25, 2023

Economic Development Committee

The committee elected a Vice Chair and reviewed resident survey responses and business updates. Motions to plan a small business exposition and obtain marketing bids were both tabled.

• Elected Council Member Dodwell as Vice Chair (Affirmative voice vote)
• Approved October 11, 2022 meeting minutes (Affirmative voice vote; CM Bartoni abstained)
• Tabled motion to plan a small business exposition for June 2023 (No second)
• Tabled motion to obtain vendor bids for Live, Work, Play marketing campaign (No quorum)

City Council

City Council approved several ordinances including a police services cost sheet, fence maintenance rules, and three zoning changes. The council also authorized contracts for road repairs, a new crosswalk, and a professional service agreement for Route 66 Roadside Park.

• Approved 2023 police services cost sheet of $5,102,271.08 (15-0)
• Approved $39,000 audit services contract with RubinBrown, LLC (15-0)
• Approved $12,765 amended agreement with SWT Design for Route 66 Roadside Park (15-0)
• Approved ordinance amending fence installation and maintenance rules (15-0)
• Approved $2,380 for Keep Kids Alive Drive 25 enforcement area on Taylor Road (15-0)
• Approved $115,000 for temporary repair of structure 3-107 on Wild Horse Creek Road (15-0)
• Approved $40,980 for Strecker Road crosswalk improvement project (14-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved zoning change for mulch storage facility on North Eatherton Road (15-0)

City Council

The City Council approved a $90,000 budget for Celebrate Wildwood. The council referred an escrow release request and subdivision policy to a committee and postponed the approval of the 2023 council calendar.

• Adopted 2023 Celebrate Wildwood budget of $90,000 (Passed via voice vote)
• Referred Hawks Rest Plat 6 - Lot 5 escrow release and subdivision escrow policy to Planning and Parks Committee (Passed via voice vote; Council Member Mccutchen abstained)
• Postponed approval of 2023 City Council calendar to December 12th meeting (Passed via voice vote)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a site development plan for a new Monarch Fire Protection District station and extended the record plat recording timeframe from 60 to 120 days. The board also approved a zoning change for 18443 Rieger Road and endorsed the City's Five Year Capital Improvement Plan. Several requests regarding solar panel installations and a telecommunications tower were postponed.

• Approved Site Development Plan for Monarch Fire Protection District fire station (6-0)
• Approved extending record plat recording timeframe from 60 to 120 days (6-0)
• Approved zoning change from PS to NU for 18443 Rieger Road (6-0)
• Endorsed City’s Five Year Capital Improvement Plan (6-0)
• Denied request for internally illuminated business signs at Village Plaza (6-0)
• Approved one-year renewal for Sprint Spectrum telecommunications tower CUP (6-0)
• Approved draft Letter of Recommendation for zoning change at 2418 Eatherton Road (6-0)
• Postponed solar energy system regulation review and related CUPs to Dec 2022/Jan 2023

Wildwood Celebration Commission

The Wildwood Celebration Commission will discuss the 2022 Celebrate Wildwood event, including a revised budget for the 2023 event and revenue options. They will also review social media analytics for the 2022 event and a comparison of other surrounding city event fees. Additionally, the commission will discuss a memorial program for the event.

• Revised Budget for 2023 Event
• Revenue Options for 2023 Event
• Social Media Analytics for 2022 Event
• Comparison of Other Surrounding City Event Fees
• Discussion of Memorial Program for Event

The Commission approved the 2023 Celebrate Wildwood budget and set the event date for September 23, 2023. Members discussed strategies to increase event revenue to $30,000, including adjusting sponsorship levels and fees. A proposal for a memorial program was postponed to January 2023.

• Approved $90,000 budget for 2023 event (Unanimous)
• Approved event date of September 23, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved motion to further consider revenue options (Unanimous)
• Postponed memorial program discussion to January 2023 meeting (Unanimous)
• Approved October 5, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Commission approved the minutes from September 26 and October 12. Members discussed a $140k budget and six-step plan to restore the Essen Log Cabin for the future Village Green. The Commission also expressed support for a proposal to make City Council Liaisons voting members.

• Approved September 26, 2022 meeting minutes (general consent)
• Approved October 12, 2022 site visit minutes (general consent)

Administration / Public Works Committee

The Committee recommended several infrastructure projects, including culvert inspections and the Main Street Extension design. It also approved a new city policy regarding the waiving of fees for public records requests.

• Approved resolution establishing City policy on waiving public records request fees (Unanimous)
• Approved request for proposal from GSI for temporary stabilization of structure 3-107, not to exceed $115,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved contracting with GBA for citywide crossroad culvert inspections, not to exceed $23,500 (Unanimous)
• Approved 16 contractor agreements for roadway, right of way, and park maintenance (Unanimous)
• Approved contracting with Gerstner Electric for Strecker Road crosswalk flashing beacons for $35,980 plus $5,000 contingency (Unanimous)
• Approved contracting with Civil Design, Inc. for Main Street Extension preliminary design, not to exceed $75,000 (Unanimous, 1 abstention)
• Approved purchase and implementation of MyGov software for $33,350 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the October 11, 2022 meeting (Unanimous, 1 abstention)

City Council

The City Council adopted a redistricting plan for city wards based on the 2020 Census. Several ordinances were passed regarding budget revisions, public works contracts, and lot splits. The council also approved a liquor license and moved several zoning requests forward for legislation.

• Approved ward redistricting plan based on 2020 Census (14-0-2)
• Approved budget revision Ordinance #2727 (15-1-0)
• Approved liquor license for Wallis Petroleum #350 (Voice vote)
• Approved $79,000 contract with Gamma Tree Experts for tree planting (Unanimous)
• Approved $52,853.40 contract with Intuition and Logic, Inc. for shared use path (Unanimous)
• Approved $900,000 match for 'Village Green' project development (Voice vote)
• Approved lot split for Dehart Lot Split Two (Unanimous)
• Approved $16,000 purchase of shaded swing set for Anniversary Park (Voice vote)

City Council

The City Council voted to add a stormwater management plan to the 2021-2025 Strategic Plan and approved a public hearing on consultants' reports for The Reserve at Wildwood. They also authorized preparation of legislation to let staff approve events under $10,000, and directed review of cheaper options for a Birch Forest Drive turnaround gate. The meeting was a work session with several items discussed but not all voted on.

• Added stormwater management plan to 2021-2025 Strategic Plan (voice vote, passed)
• Approved public hearing on consultants' reports for The Reserve at Wildwood (voice vote, passed)
• Authorized legislation for staff to approve events under $10,000 (voice vote, passed)
• Directed review of less expensive options for Birch Forest Drive turnaround gate (voice vote, passed; 3 no, 1 abstain)
• Approved City Council liaisons voting on Historic Preservation Commission (voice vote, passed)
• Approved review and edit of strategic plan for clarity (voice vote, passed)
• Approved exercise of power of review for West Eden Subdivision wastewater waiver (voice vote, passed)
• Entered executive session for legal and personnel matters (roll call, 16-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will meet to review the 2023 budget and stakeholder feedback procedures. The committee will also receive updates on business changes and the Wildwood Business Association.

• Review of 2023 Budget
• Review of Stakeholder Feedback Procedures
• Update on Business Changes and Other Business News
• Wildwood Business Association Update
• Update to the Economic Development Guide

Wildwood Celebration Commission

The Celebration Commission is meeting to review feedback and observations from the 2022 Celebrate Wildwood event. Members will also discuss the budget process for the 2023 event and a proposed memorial program.

• Review of 2022 Celebrate Wildwood event feedback from the Department of Planning and Parks
• Discussion of the budget process for the 2023 event
• Discussion of a memorial program for the event (not ready for action)

Watershed Erosion Task Force

The Watershed Erosion Task Force is meeting to review updates on major initiatives, including creek studies and permit applications. The body will discuss detention basin effectiveness and the status of grant applications to the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.

• Update on USGS Caulks Creek Study
• Status of MDNR ARPA grant applications
• Permit applications to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
• Revised draft letter to property owners regarding problem areas
• Review of the 2022 Work Program Matrix

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will review several business-related initiatives and marketing strategies. The body is discussing a movie festival proposal and a 'Live, Work, Play' marketing campaign.

• B&B Theatre Movie Festival Proposal
• Live, Work, Play Marketing Campaign
• Family-friendly business ideas
• Potential City to Business Newsletter
• Retail business site selection criteria

Wildwood Celebration Commission

The Celebration Commission will discuss planning for the upcoming 2022 Celebrate Wildwood event. Discussion topics include venue layout, parade details titled "Route 66 ~Then And Now," and available volunteer opportunities.

• Review of 2022 Celebrate Wildwood venue layout and highlights
• Discussion of 'Route 66 ~Then And Now' parade details and judge selection
• Review of volunteer opportunities and job lists
• Update on task sheets for the celebration event

Wildwood Celebration Commission

The Wildwood Celebration Commission will meet via video conference to discuss the Grand Marshal for the 2022 Celebrate Wildwood event. The meeting includes a period for public comments.

• Discussion regarding the 2022 Celebrate Wildwood Event Grand Marshal

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will discuss a movie festival proposal from B&B Theatre. Members will also review an occupancy report, committee goals, and potential resident survey questions.

• B&B Theatre Movie Festival Proposal
• Occupancy Report discussion
• 2021-2025 Strategic Plan goals
• Potential resident survey questions
• Update to the Economic Development Guide

Wildwood Celebration Commission

The Wildwood Celebration Commission is meeting to coordinate the 2022 Celebrate Wildwood event. The body will discuss venue layouts, promotional activities, and parade logistics.

• 2022 Celebrate Wildwood venue layout update
• Geocaching and scavenger hunt details
• Social media analytics for event promotion
• Selection of the Parade Grand Marshal for 'Route 66 ~Then And Now'
• Parade location and considerations

Watershed Erosion Task Force

The Watershed Erosion Task Force is reviewing public outreach efforts and project updates. The meeting includes discussions on grant applications for the Missouri Department of Natural Resources and detention basin effectiveness.

• Five grant applications to the Missouri Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) for American Rescue Plan Act funds
• USGS Caulks Creek Study update
• Draft letters regarding basin upgrades for six subdivisions
• Discussion on improving detention basin effectiveness and identifying priority basins

Wildwood Celebration Commission

The Wildwood Celebration Commission is meeting to coordinate the 2022 Celebrate Wildwood event. The body will discuss venue layout, advertising, and parade logistics.

• Venue layout update for 2022 event
• Promotion and advertising for 2022 event
• Parade planning for 'Route 66 - Then And Now'
• Parade Grand Marshal suggestions and location considerations
• Vendor outreach and task list updates

Wildwood Celebration Commission

The Celebration Commission is meeting to discuss logistics for the 2022 Celebrate Wildwood event. The body will review promotion, advertising, and venue updates.

• Promotion and advertising for the 2022 Celebrate Wildwood event
• Venue update for the 2022 event
• Parade theme: 'Route 66 - Then And Now'

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will consider a movie festival proposal from B&B Theater. Members will also discuss committee goals and future meeting logistics. Additionally, the committee will receive updates on Northpoint Development and local business changes.

• B&B Theater Movie Festival Proposal
• Northpoint Development update
• Update on business changes in Wildwood
• Status of open position

Economic Development Committee

The Council Economic Development Committee will meet to act on a movie festival proposal for B&B Theater. The body will also receive updates on Northpoint Development and the Missouri Main Street/Route 66 Initiative.

• B&B Theater Movie Festival Proposal
• Northpoint Development update
• Missouri Main Street/Route 66 Initiative update
• Strategic Plan Subgoals For Economic Development
• Election of Committee Chair

Wildwood Celebration Commission

The Celebration Commission is discussing logistics for the 2022 Celebrate Wildwood event. The body will review venue updates, select a theme, and analyze advertising options.

• Election of a new Commission Chair
• Venue update regarding access improvements to the Village Green area
• Selection of the 2022 event theme
• Review of parade rules and potential changes
• Analysis of social media advertising options including Silver Tablet Marketing

Watershed Erosion Task Force

The Watershed Erosion Task Force will review a proposal from Wilson Hydro regarding detention basin effectiveness. The meeting includes an update on USGS field work in Caulks Creek and a review of the 2022 Work Program Matrix.

• Wilson Hydro proposal for improving detention basin effectiveness
• USGS field work update in Caulks Creek by Dr. Jessica LeRoy
• Review of the Wildwood Lawn and Garden Summit
• Discussion of Watershed Management Master Plan

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will receive a presentation from the EarthWays Center of Missouri Botanical Garden. The body will also receive updates on local business and development initiatives.

• Presentation by EarthWays Center of Missouri Botanical Garden regarding Green Business Challenge
• Update on Northpoint Development
• Update on Missouri Main Street/Route 66 Initiative
• Review of City Business Listserv
• Update to the Economic Development Guide

Wildwood Celebration Commission

The Wildwood Celebration Commission is meeting to coordinate details for the 2022 Celebrate Wildwood Event. The body will review venue updates, parade rules, and advertising options.

• 2022 Celebrate Wildwood Event venue update
• Review of parade rules
• Analysis of promotion and advertising options for the 2022 event
• Update of the task sheet

Watershed Erosion Task Force

The Watershed Erosion Task Force is meeting to review a chat session summary regarding 2022 priorities and plan the March 19 Lawn and Garden Summit. The body is also discussing updates to the 2022 Work Program Matrix and field work in Caulks Creek.

• Planning for the Wildwood Lawn and Garden Summit on March 19, 2022
• USGS update on field work in Caulks Creek
• Discussion on property owner creek repair permitting and design details
• Review of detention basin effectiveness and priority basin identification
• Development of public education banners

Economic Development Committee

The committee will review a presentation on the Missouri Main Street Connection and update its website. Members will also receive updates regarding the Lawn and Garden Summit, Northpoint development, and local business changes.

• Presentation on Missouri Main Street Connection Route 66 revitalization opportunity
• EDC Website and associated documents update
• Update on Northpoint Development
• Review of City Business Listserv and potential newsletter
• Update to the Economic Development Guide

Wildwood Celebration Commission

The Celebration Commission will discuss preparations for the upcoming 2022 Celebrate Wildwood event. Discussion topics include venue layout, parade components, and advertising promotion.

• Venue layout for 2022 Event
• Parade components
• Promotion and advertising of 2022 Event
• Update sheet of tasks

Watershed Erosion Task Force

The Watershed Erosion Task Force is meeting to determine annual priorities and discuss ways to engage residents. The body will review the 2022 Work Program Matrix and plan for a public education summit.

• Wildwood Lawn and Garden Summit scheduled for March 19, 2022
• Review of 2022 Work Program Matrix
• Discussion on erosion repairs to critical public locations
• Review of Stormwater Master Plan and ordinances
• Discussion on property owner creek repair permitting and design details

Economic Development Committee

The committee will receive informational updates on several local initiatives and business changes. No items are listed as ready for action. The meeting includes discussions on communication tools for local businesses.

• Update on Northpoint Development
• Update on Lawn and Garden Summit
• Update on Missouri Main Street Connection
• Review of City Business Listserv
• Potential City To Business Newsletter

Wildwood Celebration Commission

The Celebration Commission is discussing the logistics and structure of the 2022 Celebrate Wildwood event. The body will review the City Council's adopted budget and determine event dates, locations, and components.

• Review of adopted budget for 2022 Celebrate Wildwood event
• Decision on combining Celebrate Wildwood and Art Festival
• Determination of event dates and location
• Discussion of parade component
• Planning for event advertising