Des Peres public meetings in 2024

Public Safety Commission

The December 16, 2024 meeting of the Des Peres Board of Public Safety Commission has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled – no business conducted.

Public Safety Commission

This is a regular meeting of the Des Peres Public Safety Commission. The agenda includes approval of minutes, a budget update, and a department update from command staff. No significant ordinances or contracts are listed for decision.

• Approval of minutes from September 17, 2024 meeting
• Budget update
• Department update from command staff
• Hearing of citizens
• Aldermanic report

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss amendments to zoning regulations and a conditional use permit. These items involve craft distillery rules and spirits wholesaling at a specific location.

• Amendment to Zoning Regulations Section 408.015 regarding Craft Distilleries
• Amendment to Conditional Use Permit Ordinance #2837 for spirits wholesaling at 12239 - 12247 Manchester Road (The Village Bar)
• Discussion on commercial design requirements

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of a zoning text amendment to allow craft distilleries to wholesale distilled spirits offsite, with an added limit of 20,000 proof gallons per year. It also recommended approval of a conditional use permit amendment for The Village Bar at 12247 Manchester Road to allow wholesaling. Both recommendations passed with split votes and will go to the Board of Aldermen. The commission also unanimously recommended approval of updated commercial design requirements.

• Recommended approval of zoning text amendment for craft distilleries to allow offsite wholesaling, with added 20,000 proof gallon limit (6-4, 2 abstentions)
• Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit Ordinance #2837 amendment for wholesaling at The Village Bar, 12247 Manchester Road (7-3, 2 abstentions)
• Recommended approval of commercial design requirement updates (10-0, 2 abstentions)

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing and then vote on final passage of the 2025 fiscal year budget and an ordinance setting employee compensation for 2025. The board will also introduce several ordinances, including an agreement with West County EMS for training facility use, a zoning amendment for corner lot fences, and weight limit changes on city bridges. Consent agenda items include purchasing a 2025 Chevy Tahoe for public safety and a landscaping contract for City Hall's southern entrance.

• Public hearing and final passage of the 2025 Fiscal Year Budget (R24-3863)
• Final passage of employee compensation ordinance (B24-3050.1) effective January 1, 2025
• Purchase of a 2025 Chevy Tahoe for Public Safety and declaring surplus vehicles (R24-3865)
• Landscaping contract with Terra-Scape for City Hall southern entrance (R24-3868)
• Introduction of ordinance to amend zoning for corner lot fences (B24-3053)

The Board of Aldermen unanimously approved the 2025 fiscal year budget and an ordinance establishing employee compensation effective January 1, 2025. They also approved several consent agenda items, including a new police vehicle, appointments to a community improvement district, and a landscaping contract. New ordinances were introduced for corner lot fences and bridge weight limits, with a public hearing scheduled for January 13, 2025.

• Adopted 2025 fiscal year budget (6-0)
• Approved employee compensation ordinance, effective Jan 1, 2025 (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including purchase of 2025 Chevy Tahoe and landscaping contract (6-0)
• Approved appointment of Corey Newgent as Director of Parks & Recreation (6-0)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with West County EMS and Fire Protection District for training facilities (6-0)
• Approved amendment to personnel rules regarding paid holidays (6-0)
• Introduced ordinance on corner lot fences; public hearing set for Jan 13, 2025
• Introduced ordinance on bridge weight limits

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing to consider the proposed 2025 budget for all city funds. Residents may attend or submit written comments before the hearing.

• Public hearing on the proposed 2025 fiscal year budget

Board of Aldermen

The City of Des Peres is holding its annual Boards and Commissions Reception to honor citizen volunteers. The agenda states that no City business will be discussed during this event.

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen canceled its November 25, 2024 special session. The agenda listed only procedural items and a closed session for employee-related legal consultation under Missouri Sunshine Law.

Audit and Finance Committee

The Audit and Finance Committee will meet to discuss the November sales tax report and receive a presentation on the 2025 budget. The meeting is open to the public and will include roll call and adjournment.

• Discussion of November sales tax
• 2025 Budget Presentation

Public Safety Commission

The November 18, 2024 meeting of the Des Peres Board of Public Safety Commission has been cancelled. No items were considered or discussed.

• Meeting cancelled

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss commercial design requirements as old business, and consider a staff proposal from the Board of Adjustment to modify the fence code for corner lots on collector and arterial streets. They will also receive status reports from the Board of Aldermen and subcommittees.

• Discussion of commercial design requirements (old business)
• Proposal to modify fence code for corner lots on collectors and arterials, requested by Board of Adjustment

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a final vote on an ordinance to extend the solid waste contract with Waste Connections and adjust service rates effective January 1, 2025. They will also introduce an ordinance establishing employee compensation for 2025 and consider over a dozen consent agenda items including contracts for flag football jerseys, a gazebo at Des Peres Park, cybersecurity licensing, fire-service software, and employee dental coverage. A land usage agreement with St. Paul's Church to connect Des Peres Park to North Ballas Road will be addressed as unfinished business.

• Final passage of B24-3049 amending solid waste contract with Waste Connections to extend term and adjust service rates effective January 1, 2025
• Introduction of B24-3050 establishing employee compensation for 2025
• R24-3857 authorizing land usage agreement with St. Paul's Church for a strip connecting Des Peres Park and 1300 North Ballas Road
• R24-3864 referral of zoning code amendment petition from The Village Bar to Planning & Zoning Commission
• R24-3859 authorizing contract with Hutchinson Recreation and Design for purchase and installation of a Poligon Gazebo Shelter at Des Peres Park

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing and vote on final passage of an ordinance amending Section 404.045 of the municipal code regarding signage in the C-3 Office Building District. They will also consider a second amendment to the solid waste contract with Waste Connections, extending the term and adjusting service rates effective January 1, 2025, and a land usage agreement with St. Paul's Church for a strip of land connecting Des Peres Park and 1300 North Ballas Road. The consent agenda includes writing off $48,813.97 in uncollectible ambulance debts.

• Public hearing and final passage of signage code amendment for C-3 district
• Final passage of special signage approval for Edward Jones at 12555 Manchester Road for a roof-mounted sign
• Land usage agreement with St. Paul's Church for park connection strip
• Second amendment to solid waste contract with Waste Connections with rate adjustments effective January 1, 2025
• Write-off of $48,813.97 in uncollectible ambulance debts

Board of Adjustment

The Board will hold a public hearing to consider six variance requests related to fences, setbacks, and accessory structures. Items include challenges to fence exception denials, requests to keep illegally installed fences, and proposals to encroach into required building setbacks. One request was tabled from a previous meeting in June.

• Brett Shelton, 1880 Ironstone: variance to challenge fence exception denial for a 4' front-yard fence (tabled 6/26)
• James Gamel, 12400 Elaine Dr.: variance to construct a 6' fence around a non-conforming pool in the front yard setback
• Sarah Travers and Nick Danneberger, 12386 Creekhaven Drive: variance to keep an illegally installed fence in the front yard setback
• Rob and Alyssa Barrale, 12782 English Walnut Dr.: variance to construct a deck cover encroaching 15' into the rear yard setback
• Theresa Mueller, 958 Blasé Ave: variance for a detached accessory structure exceeding size limits and not architecturally consistent

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen, meeting as a Committee of the Whole with the Audit and Finance Committee, will discuss a compensation study review and its implications for the 2025 budget. Public comments are invited before or during the meeting.

• Compensation Study Review – Implications for 2025 Budget

Public Safety Commission

The Des Peres Public Safety Commission meeting scheduled for October 21, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing and a second reading for a conditional use permit for a restaurant at 1191 Colonnade Center. The body will also consider contracts for deer population management and watershed project funding.

• Public hearing and final passage of conditional use permit for Taziki’s Mediterranean Cafe at 1191 Colonnade Center
• Contract with White Buffalo Inc. for 2025 whitetail deer sharpshooting services (R24-3853)
• Participation in funding for Deer Creek and Sugar Creek Watersheds improvement districts (R24-3854)
• Final passage of ordinance for a yield sign at Westledge Lane and Westledge Court (B24-3047)
• Appointment of Joe Zimmerman to the Board of Adjustment

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a petition for a conditional accessory structure. The body will also continue discussions regarding commercial design requirements.

• Petition for a 1,496sqft pool house at 12 Claychester by Tegethoff Homes
• Discussion on commercial design requirements

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen and the Audit and Finance Committee are meeting as a Committee of the Whole. They will discuss unfinished business regarding the proposed 2025 Budget.

• Discussion of proposed 2025 Budget

Board of Aldermen

This special session of the Des Peres Board of Aldermen includes the introduction of an ordinance granting a conditional use permit for Taziki's Mediterranean Café at 1191 Colonnade Center. The board will also discuss the city's comprehensive plan. Final action on the permit is scheduled for October 14.

• Introduction of Ordinance B24-3048: Conditional Use Permit for a restaurant at 1191 Colonnade Center (Taziki's Mediterranean Café)
• Consent agenda: Approval of minutes from September 23, 2024, and warrant list dated 10-3-2024
• General discussion on the Comprehensive Plan

The Board of Aldermen held a special meeting with no public hearings or citizen comments. They approved the consent agenda, which included the September 23, 2024 minutes and the October 3, 2024 warrant list, by a 6-0 vote. They also introduced B24-3048, a conditional use permit for a restaurant at 1191 Colonnade Center, with a public hearing and final passage scheduled for October 14. The meeting adjourned to executive session.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and warrant list (6-0)
• Introduced B24-3048 for Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe conditional use permit (public hearing set for Oct 14)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss the 2025 budget schedule and review old business on Sugar Creek Bridge. They will also review attendance, memberships, and financial reports. The meeting includes approval of minutes from June 2024 and a post-meeting playground walkthrough at Des Peres Park.

• Discussion of the 2025 budget schedule
• Old business: Sugar Creek Bridge
• Review of attendance, memberships, and financials
• Approval of minutes from June 6, 2024 regular meeting
• Des Peres Park playground walkthrough following the meeting

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will meet as a Committee of the Whole with the Audit and Finance Committee to discuss the proposed 2025 Operating Budget. Public comments and written submissions are accepted before the meeting. Additional budget work sessions are scheduled for October 7 and October 21.

• Discussion of proposed 2025 Operating Budget

Board of Adjustment

The Des Peres Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider five variance requests. Items include challenges to fence exception denials, requests to construct fences in front yard setbacks, and a request to keep an illegally installed fence.

• Variance request by Brett Shelton at 1880 Ironstone to challenge Section 406.010 and the Fence Exception Committee's denial of a 4' fence in front yard (tabled from 6/26)
• Variance request by James Gamel at 12400 Elaine Dr. to construct a 6' fence around a non-conforming pool in front yard
• Variance request by Sarah Travers and Nick Danneberger at 12386 Creekhaven Drive to keep an illegally installed front-yard fence
• Variance request by Chesterfield Fence and Deck for Rob and Alyssa Barrale at 12782 English Walnut Dr. to build a deck cover encroaching 15' into rear yard
• Variance request by Mosby Building Arts for Theresa Mueller at 958 Blasé Ave to construct a detached accessory structure exceeding size limits and not architecturally consistent

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing and a second reading for an ordinance establishing a $0.00 tax levy for 2024. The meeting also includes a ribbon cutting for the Des Peres Park playgrounds.

• Public hearing for proposed 2024 Real Estate Tax of $0.00
• R24-3852 authorizing archery hunting at the streets garage at 942 Des Peres Road
• B24-3047 proposal for a yield sign at Westledge Lane and Westledge Court
• R24-3851 request for two roof-mounted signs at Edward Jones, 12555 Manchester Road
• B24-3044 ordinance amending signage in the C-3 Office Building District

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing to consider an ordinance establishing the annual tax levy rate for all real and personal property in Des Peres for 2024. The meeting is scheduled for September 23, 2024, at The Lodge Des Peres.

• Public hearing on ordinance setting the 2024 tax levy rate for all real and personal property

Public Safety Commission

The Public Safety Commission will meet to review a budget update and receive a department update from command staff. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and general reports.

• Budget update
• Department update from command staff

The Public Safety Commission unanimously recommended approval of the 2025 reclassification plan, which includes retitling Captain to Assistant Chief, reclassifying the Support Services Lieutenant to Assistant Chief-EMS/Training/Professional Services, and adding a Sergeant for the West County Center Detail. The plan would not increase overall staffing and is estimated to cost $13,821 in year one and $11,549 in year two. The recommendation will go to the Board of Aldermen and Mayor during 2025 budget presentations.

• Approved minutes of August 19, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Added Reclassification Plan for 2025 to agenda under new business
• Recommended approval of 2025 reclassification plan (unanimous)
• Noted $25,000 supplemental appropriation for vehicle maintenance
• Adjourned meeting at 6:44 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen, meeting as a Committee of the Whole jointly with the Audit and Finance Committee, will discuss the proposed 2025 Capital Budget. No final decisions are expected; this is a work session. Additional budget work sessions are scheduled for September 30 (operating budget), and October 7 and 21 (unfinished business and compensation review).

• Discussion of proposed 2025 Capital Budget
• Joint work session with Audit and Finance Committee
• Future work sessions: Sept 30 – Operating Budget Review, Oct 7 – Unfinished Business, Oct 21 – Compensation Review
• Public invited to attend or submit written comments prior to the meeting

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a petition for a conditional use permit for a restaurant. The body will also hold an open discussion on desired land-uses led by the City Administrator.

• Conditional Use Permit petition for Taziki’s Mediterranean Café at 1193 Colonnade Center (former 7-Eleven)
• Discussion on desired land-uses

The Des Peres Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of a conditional use permit for a Taziki's Mediterranean Café at 1193 Colonnade Center, the former 7-Eleven site. The vote was 8-0-1, with Alderman Weller abstaining. The commission also discussed zoning code changes regarding desired uses and bank proliferation, but took no formal action.

• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for Taziki's Mediterranean Café at 1193 Colonnade Center (8-0-1)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting as amended
• Discussed zoning code changes for desired uses and banks; no action taken

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing on two proposed ordinances. One would amend a conditional use permit for Circle K at 12804 Manchester Road to allow alcohol sales alongside gasoline. The other would revise signage rules in the C-3 Office Building District. Residents may testify or submit written comments before the hearing.

• Proposed ordinance to amend conditional use permit for Circle K #1649 at 12804 Manchester Road, removing prohibition of alcohol sales with gasoline sales
• Proposed ordinance to amend Section 404.045 of the Des Peres Municipal Code regarding signage in the C-3 Office Building District

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings and final votes on signage rules in the C-3 district and on allowing Circle K at 12804 Manchester Road to sell alcohol alongside gasoline. They will also introduce an ordinance to set the 2024 property tax levy at $0.00, and the consent agenda includes a police vehicle purchase and a contract for pool chemicals.

• Public hearing on amending signage regulations in the C-3 Office Building District
• Public hearing and final vote to remove prohibition of alcohol sales with gasoline at Circle K, 12804 Manchester Road
• Introduction of ordinance setting 2024 property tax levy at $0.00 on all real and personal property
• Consent agenda item authorizing purchase of a 2024 Chevy Tahoe for the Public Safety Department
• Final passage of a package liquor license including Sunday sales for Circle K at 12804 Manchester Road

The Board of Aldermen approved an ordinance allowing Circle K at 12804 Manchester Road to sell alcohol in conjunction with gasoline sales, and issued a package liquor license including Sunday sales. A proposed zoning amendment and special signage approval for Edward Jones were tabled until the next meeting after residents raised concerns. The board also approved the consent agenda and introduced a $0.00 tax levy ordinance.

• Approved B24-3045 amending Circle K conditional use permit to allow alcohol sales with gasoline (5-0)
• Approved R24-3050 issuing package liquor license including Sunday sales to Circle K #1649 (5-0)
• Tabled B24-3044 and R24-3851 regarding Edward Jones signage until next meeting (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, warrant list, Chevy Tahoe purchase, ethics policy, and pool chemicals contract (5-0)
• Introduced B24-3046 establishing $0.00 tax levy for 2024

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to review requests for variances regarding yard setbacks and fence installations. The board will decide if these specific property improvements may deviate from city zoning codes.

• Variance request for a 4’ front yard setback fence at 1880 Ironstone
• Variance request for a deck encroaching 6' into the front yard setback at 110 Bellerosa
• Variance request for a covered patio encroaching 8'10" into the rear yard setback at 12870 Four Winds Farm
• Variance request for a 6’ fence around a pool in the front yard setback at 12400 Elaine Dr.

The Des Peres Board of Adjustment approved two variance requests for residential additions, both by 5-0 votes. A third request was tabled due to legal issues, and a fourth was postponed to the September meeting.

• Approved 11-foot encroachment into 35-foot front yard setback for deck at 110 Bellerosa Drive (5-0)
• Approved 8-foot 10-inch encroachment into 40-foot rear yard setback for covered patio at 12870 Four Winds Farm Drive (5-0)
• Tabled fence appeal for 1880 Ironstone to next meeting due to legal issues
• Postponed fence exception appeal for 12400 Elaine until September meeting

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing and a final vote on special event permit ordinances. The body will also introduce ordinances regarding C-3 district signage and alcohol sales at a Manchester Road Circle K.

• Public hearing and final passage of Ordinance B24-3043 regarding Special Event Permits
• Introduction of Ordinance B24-3045 to allow alcohol sales at Circle K (12804 Manchester Road)
• Introduction of Ordinance B24-3044 regarding signage in the C-3 Office Building District
• Agreement with Gershenson Construction for a concrete driveway at The Lodge Des Peres pool house
• Contract with Capri Pools and Aquatics for splash pad surfacing at The Lodge Des Peres

The Board of Aldermen passed an ordinance amending the special event permit code, streamlining the process and allowing staff to approve requests with appeals to the board. They also approved a consent agenda including contracts for a concrete access driveway and splash pad surfacing replacement at The Lodge Des Peres outdoor pool. Two new ordinances were introduced for future consideration.

• Approved B24-3043, amending special event permit code (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Gershenson Construction driveway contract (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Capri Pools splash pad surfacing contract (6-0)
• Introduced B24-3044 on C-3 signage amendment
• Introduced B24-3045 to allow alcohol sales at Circle K, 12804 Manchester Road

Public Safety Commission

This is a regular meeting of the Des Peres Public Safety Commission with mostly procedural items. The commission will consider approval of minutes from July 15, hear citizen comments, and receive a budget update along with a department update from command staff. No specific rezonings, contracts, or ordinances are on the agenda.

• Approval of July 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Budget update discussion
• Department update from command staff
• Aldermanic report
• Hear citizens

The commission heard reports on the 2024 budget, hiring, and a proposed EMS billing policy, but took no formal votes on these items. They approved the July 15, 2024 minutes and agreed to future bullet-point minutes. The commission also discussed the 2025 capital budget and a potential early vehicle purchase.

• Approved minutes of July 15, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Agreed to use bullet-point format for future minutes
• Discussed EMS billing policy and collections, no action taken
• Reviewed 2025 Capital Improvement Budget, no action taken
• Discussed early purchase of one police vehicle, no action taken

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss commercial design requirements and consider a petition from Edward Jones for a zoning text amendment to allow larger signage and roof signs in the C3 Zoning District. The commission will also approve minutes from July 10, 2024, and receive status reports. Future meetings will be held at The Lodge due to City Hall construction.

• Petition for zoning text amendment to allow larger signage and roof sign in C3 district (Edward Jones)
• Discussion on commercial design requirements (old business)
• Approval of July 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Meeting location change to The Lodge due to construction at City Hall

The Des Peres Planning and Zoning Commission voted to recommend that the Board of Aldermen amend the C-3 zoning regulations to allow a special approval process for signs not otherwise permitted. They also recommended approval of a specific sign package for Edward Jones' world headquarters at 12555 Manchester, which includes two 7'x45' illuminated signs. The recommendations are advisory; the Board of Aldermen has final authority.

• Recommended amending C-3 zoning regulations to create a special approval process for signs (10-0-2)
• Recommended approval of Edward Jones sign package with two 7'x45' illuminated signs (9-1-2)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings and take final votes on a conditional use permit for an outpatient medical clinic (Nueage Health and Wellness) at 11737 Manchester Road and on an amendment to fence regulations. They will also receive a mid-year crime report, introduce an ordinance on special event permits, and consider a zoning code text amendment request from Edward Jones. Consent items include budget appropriations and contracts for landscaping and pavement marking services.

• Public hearing and final vote on a conditional use permit for Nueage Health and Wellness outpatient clinic at 11737 Manchester Road
• Public hearing and final vote on amending fence regulations (Section 406.010(e))
• Staff presentation of mid-year 2024 crime and incident report summary
• Introduction of an ordinance amending special event permit regulations (Section 406.040)
• Resolution directing Planning & Zoning Commission to review a zoning code text amendment petition from Edward Jones

The Board of Aldermen held public hearings and approved a conditional use permit for Neuage Health and Wellness to operate an outpatient medical clinic at 11737 Manchester Road. They also discussed readopting and amending fence regulations, including dissolving the fence exception committee, but no final action was recorded on that item. The meeting included a staff presentation on mid-year 2024 crime statistics and a work session on OMCI districts following Proposition S.

• Approved conditional use permit for Neuage Health and Wellness outpatient clinic at 11737 Manchester Road
• Held public hearing on fence regulation amendments (B24-3042.1) — no final vote recorded

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings to consider three ordinances. These include a construction extension, a change to city fence regulations, and a medical clinic permit.

• Construction extension for gasoline and car wash facilities at 13455 Manchester Road
• Amendment to Section 406.010(E) of the municipal code regarding fence regulations
• Conditional use permit for Nueage Health and Wellness outpatient medical clinic at 11737 Manchester Road

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss updates on the Des Peres Park Playground Project, Sugar Creek Bridge, and lower-level renovations. New business includes a review of attendance, memberships, and financials, as well as 2025 Capital Improvement Plan requests.

• Des Peres Park Playground Project update
• Sugar Creek Bridge update
• Lower-Level Renovations / Shutdown Week
• Report Review – Attendance, Memberships & Financials
• 2025 CIP Requests

Audit and Finance Committee

The Audit and Finance Committee will discuss June financial statements, July sales tax revenue, and mid-year supplemental appropriations. They will also review the proposed schedule for the 2025 budget process. The meeting date has been moved to July 31.

• Review of June financial statements
• Discussion of July sales tax revenue
• Consideration of mid-year supplemental appropriations
• Overview of 2025 budget process and schedule
• Meeting date changed to July 31 (note on agenda)

The Audit and Finance Committee reviewed the June financial statements and second quarter summary, noting an overall fund balance of $36.8 million and a budgeted deficit of $13.1 million. The committee received updates on building projects, including the Public Safety building being behind schedule and the Street Garage Expansion completed with three issues. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational, and the committee's regular meetings were cancelled for August through October in favor of budget work sessions.

• Reviewed June financial statements and Q2 summary (no vote)
• Noted overall fund balance of $36.8 million and budgeted deficit of $13.1 million
• Received update on Public Safety building being behind schedule
• Noted Street Garage Expansion complete with three issues (flooring, concrete, exhaust fan)
• Cancelled August, September, and October regular meetings for budget work sessions

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing to consider an ordinance (Bill 24-3038) approving a master development plan for a 6.45-acre tract at 13431 Manchester Road. Interested parties may appear or submit written comments.

• Public hearing on Ordinance (Bill 24-3038) approving a master development plan for 6.45 acres at 13431 Manchester Road

Board of Aldermen

The Board will hold a public hearing and final vote on an ordinance approving the Magnolia Ridge master development plan for a 6.45-acre tract at 13431 Manchester Road. Consent agenda items include a two-year audit contract extension with Honkamp, purchase of AEDs from Zoll Medical, and write-off of $42,888.99 in uncollectible ambulance debts. New business includes ordinances for a fire hydrant, an amendment to the Des Peres Corners TDD agreement, and a conditional use permit for a medical clinic at 11737 Manchester Road (public hearing August 12). Board appointments and committee reports are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing and final vote on Magnolia Ridge master development plan for 6.45 acres at 13431 Manchester Road
• Contract extension with Honkamp for auditing services (two-year)
• Purchase of new AEDs from Zoll Medical Corporation for city facilities
• Write-off of $42,888.99 in uncollectible ambulance debts
• Conditional use permit for Nueage Health and Wellness outpatient clinic at 11737 Manchester Road (public hearing August 12)

The Board of Aldermen approved the final reading of B24-3038, the Magnolia Ridge master development plan for a 6.45-acre tract at 13431 Manchester Road, with a 4-0 vote, making it Ordinance 3024. They also approved a consent agenda of 14 items, including contracts, licenses, and a temporary drop-off area for St. Paul's Church at Des Peres Park. Three new ordinances were passed: B24-3039 (fire hydrant for Enclave at Greenbriar), B24-3040 (amendment to Des Peres Corners TDD agreement), and B24-3041/3042 were introduced and held for public hearings.

• Approved Magnolia Ridge master development plan (Ordinance 3024) 4-0
• Approved 14-item consent agenda including Honkamp audit contract extension, Zoll AED purchase, and St. Paul's temporary drop-off area 4-0
• Approved board appointments: Conor Ward, Marie Ganninger, Kurt Leinauer 4-0
• Approved fire hydrant ordinance for Enclave at Greenbriar (Ordinance 3025) 4-0
• Approved amendment to Des Peres Corners TDD agreement (Ordinance 3026) 4-0
• Introduced conditional use permit for NueAge Health and Wellness clinic, held for public hearing August 12
• Introduced fence regulation amendment, held for public hearing August 12

Public Safety Commission

This is a procedural meeting of the Public Safety Commission, covering roll call, citizen comments, approval of May 20 meeting minutes, and a budget update. The agenda includes routine reports from aldermen and command staff, with no specific proposals or votes listed.

• Approval of May 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Budget update (no figures given)
• Department update from Command Staff

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a conditional use permit petition for Neuage Health and Wellness at 11737 Manchester Road. The meeting also includes a discussion on the fence code and an informal presentation regarding commercial design requirements.

• Conditional Use Permit petition for 11737 Manchester Road
• Fence Code discussion
• PGAV presentation on commercial design requirements

Board of Adjustment

The Board will review requests for yard setback variances at two properties. The agenda also includes a challenge to a fence exception decision and findings regarding a previous appeal.

• Variance request for addition at 13106 Barrett Circle
• Variance request for deck stairs at 130 Bellerosa
• Challenge to fence exception decision at 1880 Ironstone
• Findings and order regarding appeal for 2 Claychester Drive

Audit and Finance Committee

The Audit and Finance Committee will review May financial statements and June sales tax. The committee will also discuss an audit services quote from Honkamp and a compensation survey.

• May financial statements
• June sales tax
• Audit services quote from Honkamp
• Compensation survey

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a final reading and vote on an ordinance for an annexation map plan. The agenda also includes reviewing watershed project funding and several administrative contracts.

• Final vote on ordinance adopting an annexation map plan
• Master Development Plan for 6.45 acres at 13431 Manchester Road (held for July 22)
• Consulting agreement with Paypoint HR for a salary and benefits study
• Purchase of a portable ventilator from Zoll Medical Corporation
• Certification of intent to participate in Deer Creek and Sugar Creek watershed funding

Public Safety Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Des Peres Public Safety Commission on June 16, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or decision.

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing to review the residential parking permit at 12990 Manchester Road. The board may consider amending or revoking the permit. Two executive sessions regarding legal matters are also scheduled.

• Public hearing for residential parking permit at 12990 Manchester Road
• Possible amendments or revocation of the permit
• Executive session regarding legal actions and communications with attorneys

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will consider a Master Development Plan petition for 13431 Manchester Road by Barn Owl LLC. The agenda also includes reports from the Fence Committee regarding properties on Creekhaven and Elaine Drive.

• Master Development Plan petition for 13431 Manchester Road
• Fence Committee report for 12386 Creekhaven & 12400 Elaine Drive
• Approval of May 8, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings regarding two development projects. These include a master development plan and rezoning for land at 2400/2510 Dougherty Ferry Road, as well as an amendment to the Schnucks at Des Peres Center subdivision.

• Master Development Plan for 6.97 acres at 2400/2510 Dougherty Ferry Road
• Rezoning of 0.46 acres to PD-R Planned Development – Residential
• Amendment to Coordinated Master Development Plan for Schnucks at Des Peres Center
• Conditional Use Permit related to the Manchester Road subdivision

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings regarding master development plans for properties at 2400 Dougherty Ferry Road and 11997 Manchester Road. The agenda also includes discussions on a new annexation map plan and various city contracts.

• Rezoning a 0.46-acre tract at 2400 Dougherty Ferry Road and 2510 Old Dougherty Ferry Road to PD-R
• Amending the master development plan for Schnucks at 11997 Manchester Road
• Purchase of office furniture for City Hall and the Public Safety Building from Color Art Office Interiors
• Adoption of a new annexation map plan
• Ordinance to provide for a yield sign at Northbound Wyndham Crossing Circle and Wyndham Crossing Circle

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Des Peres Parks and Recreation Commission will meet on June 6, 2024, to review reports and discuss ongoing municipal projects. Agenda items include updates on the Des Peres Park Playground Project and Sugar Creek Bridge, lower-level renovations during shutdown week, and an aquatic specialist position. The commission will also review attendance, memberships, and financial records. These items affect local park access, bridge maintenance, and community recreation programming.

• Des Peres Park Playground Project update
• Sugar Creek Bridge status report
• Lower-Level Renovations and Shutdown Week planning
• Aquatic Specialist position review
• Attendance, Memberships & Financials report review

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Fence Committee will meet on June 4, 2024, to consider two residential fencing items. The committee will review a 4-foot fence installed without a permit at 12386 Ironstone and a request for a 6-foot fence at 12400 Elaine Drive.

• Review of unpermitted 4’ fence at 12386 Ironstone
• Request for 6’ front yard fence at 12400 Elaine Drive

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen will vote on several consent agenda items, including contracts for phone systems, materials testing, and design services, as well as a vehicle purchase. They will also consider new legislation on property sales, rezoning, a subdivision plat, and a development plan amendment. The meeting includes a possible closed session for legal matters.

• R24-3810: Accept charitable donation from McNamara's Towing for Sugar Creek Park bridge removal
• R24-3811: Contract with Ring Central for telephone systems at city facilities
• R24-3816: Purchase 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe for Public Safety, trade-in 2014 Police Interceptor
• B24-3033: Rezone 0.46-acre tract to PD-R for 6.97-acre development at 2400 Dougherty Ferry Rd
• B24-3035: Amend master plan for Schnucks at Des Peres Center, 11997 Manchester Rd

Audit and Finance Committee

The Des Peres Audit and Finance Committee is meeting to hear an audit presentation from Honkamp, P.C., review the city's 2023 financial performance, receive a May sales tax update, and discuss the audit services contract. The meeting is open to the public, though the committee may close it under state law if a motion is made and adopted.

• Honkamp, P.C. audit presentation
• 2023 financial performance review
• May sales tax update
• Discussion about audit services contract

Public Safety Commission

The Des Peres Public Safety Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting on May 20, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at The Lodge – Oak Room. The agenda includes routine items such as roll call, citizen comments, approval of minutes, and reports, with no specific action items listed.

• Approval of March 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Budget update
• Department update from command staff

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen will consider several resolutions, including a contract for consulting services to create site and architectural design standards for the Manchester Road corridor. The board will also vote on consent agenda items for fitness equipment, park restroom resurfacing, and other contracts. A presentation on the 2023 fiscal year performance is scheduled.

• R24-3809: Agreement with PGAV Planners for consulting on Manchester Road corridor design standards
• R24-3804: Purchase of commercial fitness equipment from multiple vendors via Sourcewell cooperative contracts
• R24-3805: Contract with Desco Systems for park restroom resurfacing at Des Peres, Pioneer, and Sugar Creek Parks
• R24-3806: Contract with RSI Kitchen & Bath for sinks, countertops, and mirrors at The Lodge Des Peres
• R24-3808: Health insurance renewal with Slait-Health and Anthem effective July 1, 2024

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Des Peres Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss commercial design standards and consider petitions for a Chick-fil-A restaurant at 11919-11997 Manchester Road, a master development plan and final subdivision plat for the Enclave at Greenbriar at 2400 Dougherty Ferry Road, and a master development plan for Magnolia Ridge at 13431 Manchester Road (moved to June). The meeting will be held at The Lodge due to City Hall construction.

• Petition to amend Coordinated Master Development Plan and Conditional Use Permit for Chick-fil-A restaurant at 11919-11997 Manchester Road
• Master Development Plan and Final Subdivision Plat for Enclave at Greenbriar at 2400 Dougherty Ferry Road & 2510 Old Dougherty Ferry Road by Novus Development
• Master Development Plan for Magnolia Ridge at 13431 Manchester Road by Barn Owl LLC (moved to June agenda)
• Discussion of Commercial Design Standards
• Fence Committee report on 1850 Ironstone; Architectural Review Committee report on 12969 Manchester (Emerson Tool Company)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Des Peres Fence Committee is holding a public meeting to consider a fence that was installed incorrectly in a front yard because pool equipment and piping were in the way. The fence was not built to the approved plans regarding its location. The petitioner is homeowner Brett Shelton.

• Review of fence installed incorrectly due to pool equipment and piping
• Fence not built to approved plans regarding location
• Petitioner: Brett Shelton, homeowner

Audit and Finance Committee

The Des Peres Audit and Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the 2023 audit, the March 2024 first-quarter financial statement summary, and April sales tax figures. They will also consider a request to amend lease terms for the American Tower site related to public safety, and receive updates on staffing and pensions.

• 2023 Audit Update
• March 2024 1st Quarter Financial Statement Summary
• April Sales Tax
• Request to Amend Lease Terms – American Tower Site (Public Safety)
• Pension Update

Board of Adjustment

The Des Peres Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request from Liquid Assets Pools to waive the required pool fence at 2 Claychester Dr., which violates city code Sec. 6-247. The board will also act on findings and an order regarding a prior variance appeal for 1442 Lawnwood Drive. Public comments are invited.

• Variance request to forego pool fence at 2 Claychester Dr. (violates Sec. 6-247, requires 4-ft fence)
• Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, and Order on variance appeal for 1442 Lawnwood Drive

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen will certify April 2 election results, swear in newly elected officials, and consider several consent agenda items. Key actions include authorizing a construction contract for the Des Peres Road roundabout at Old Des Peres Road and writing off $49,884.34 in uncollectible ambulance debts. Under unfinished business, the board will evaluate three options for outdoor stone cladding on the Government Center renovation project and select one for approval. The meeting also includes a possible closed session on real estate lease or purchase.

• Certification of April 2, 2024 election results and oath of office for newly elected officials
• R24-3802: Construction contract with Gershenson Construction for Des Peres Road roundabout at Old Des Peres Road (CMAQ 5555(615))
• R24-3803: Write-off of $49,884.34 in uncollectible ambulance service debts
• R24-3797: Change order with Aspire Construction for Government Center renovation — three options for outdoor stone cladding to be evaluated
• Possible closed session under S610.021(2) for lease or purchase of real estate

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Des Peres Fence Committee will hold a public meeting to consider a fence that was installed incorrectly in a front yard because pool equipment and piping were in the way. The fence was not built to the approved plans regarding its location. The petitioner is homeowner Brett Shelton.

• Review of fence installed incorrectly due to pool equipment and piping
• Fence not built to approved plans regarding location
• Petitioner: Brett Shelton, homeowner

Public Safety Commission

The Public Safety Commission meeting scheduled for April 15, 2024, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.

Public Safety Commission

The Des Peres Public Safety Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting, which includes public comment, approval of prior minutes, a budget update, and a department update from command staff. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific action items listed.

• Approval of March 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Budget update
• Department update from command staff

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen will vote on appointing Scott A. Schaefer as city administrator with compensation, and on creating a new Aquatic Specialist position in Parks and Recreation. The board will also hold a public hearing and vote on a temporary outdoor beer garden permit for Crowler Stop's grand opening at 13014 Manchester Road. Consent agenda items include a revised forestry plan, adding a pickup truck to the streets fleet, and a change order for the Government Center renovation.

• B24-3031: Ordinance appointing Scott A. Schaefer as City Administrator with compensation
• R24-3801: Creating the Aquatic Specialist position in Parks and Recreation
• Public hearing and R24-3800: Temporary outdoor sale/display permit for Crowler Stop grand opening, April 19-20, 2024
• R24-3797: Change order with Aspire Construction for Government Center renovation outdoor stone cladding
• R24-3798: Reallocating excess funds to a new locker room renovation project at The Lodge of Des Peres

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss the Des Peres Park Playground Project and the Sugar Creek Bridge. The meeting also includes a review of attendance, memberships, and financials.

• Des Peres Park Playground Project
• Sugar Creek Bridge
• Review of attendance, memberships, and financials
• Approval of February 1, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Des Peres Architectural Review Board and Planning & Zoning Commission are meeting jointly to review an architectural application from Emerson Tool Company for an update to the property at 12969 Manchester Road. The agenda contains only this single review item.

• Architectural review application for 12969 Manchester Road
• Petitioner: Emerson Tool Company

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering multiple contracts and licenses, and will consider an ordinance to rezone a 6.51-acre tract at 2400 Dougherty Ferry Road and 2510 Old Dougherty Ferry Road from Residential 'A' to Planned Development – Residential (PD-R). The board will also discuss a temporary repair agreement for the Sugar Creek Park pedestrian bridge. An executive session is scheduled before the regular meeting.

• Rezoning of 6.51 acres at 2400 Dougherty Ferry Road and 2510 Old Dougherty Ferry Road to PD-R
• Contract with SHI for four Dell laptops and docking stations (R24-3784)
• Contract with Gamma Tree for forestry services (R24-3785)
• Sole source agreement with Leon Uniform for ballistic plates (R24-3787)
• Liquor licenses with Sunday sales for TC Upscale Nail Lounge 2 and Noir Nail Bar LLC

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen is holding a special meeting that consists solely of an executive (closed) session. The closed session is authorized under Missouri law to discuss the lease or purchase of real estate. No other business is listed on the agenda, and the meeting is expected to adjourn after the closed session.

• Special meeting called by Mayor Mark Becker
• Closed session under RSMo S610.021(2) for real estate lease or purchase
• Notice posted March 22, 2024 at 2:30 PM
• Meeting held at The Lodge of Des Peres at 6:45 PM

Public Safety Commission

The Des Peres Board of Public Safety Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the December 18, 2023 meeting minutes, receiving an aldermanic report, and a budget update. The agenda also includes a department update from command staff. No specific decisions or proposals are listed in the agenda.

• Approval of December 18, 2023 meeting minutes
• Budget update
• Department update from command staff
• Hear citizens
• Aldermanic report

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings and vote on two ordinances: rezoning a 6.51-acre tract at 2400 Dougherty Ferry Road and 2510 Old Dougherty Ferry Road from Residential 'A' to Planned Development – Residential (PD-R), and approving a master site plan and conditional use permit for a Community America Credit Union at 11780 Manchester Road. The board will also consider consent agenda items including contracts for sidewalk replacements, street improvements, court resurfacing, ammunition purchase, and police vehicles. Groundbreakings for the Public Safety Building and City Hall are scheduled before the meeting.

• Rezoning 6.51 acres at 2400 Dougherty Ferry Road and 2510 Old Dougherty Ferry Road to PD-R
• Master site plan and conditional use permit for Community America Credit Union at 11780 Manchester Road
• Sidewalk replacement contract with AMCON Municipal Concrete LLC (R24-3779)
• Street improvements contract with E. Meier Contracting (R24-3780)
• Purchase of three police vehicles under Missouri Cooperative Procurement Program (R24-3783)

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings on March 11, 2024, to consider rezoning two properties from Residential 'A' to Planned Development – Residential (PD-R) and approving a preliminary master development plan, as well as a master site plan and conditional use permit for a Community America Credit Union location.

• Rezoning 6.51-acre tract at 2400 Dougherty Ferry Road and 2510 Old Dougherty Ferry Road from Residential 'A' to PD-R
• Approval of Preliminary Master Development Plan for the rezoning
• Master Site Plan and Conditional Use Permit for 11780 Manchester Road – Community America Credit Union
• Public hearing at The Lodge of Des Peres, 1050 Des Peres Road, 7:00 PM
• Written comments may be submitted to the City Clerk's office, 12325 Manchester Road

Audit and Finance Committee

The Des Peres Audit and Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the pre-audit communication from Honkamp, P.C., February sales tax figures, the first draft of the 2023 financial statements, a pension update, an audit update, and updates on building projects for City Hall, Public Safety, and the Street Garage. The meeting is open to the public, though a closed session may be held per state law.

• Pre-audit communication from Honkamp, P.C.
• February sales tax report
• First draft of 2023 financial statements
• Pension update
• Building project updates: City Hall, Public Safety, Street Garage

Board of Adjustment

The Des Peres Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a request by Coach House Garages for a variance to build a home addition at 1442 Lawnwood. The addition would encroach 30 feet into the required 40-foot rear yard setback, establishing a new 10-foot setback. The property is zoned Residential B, which requires a 40-foot rear yard setback. Interested citizens may attend or submit written comments.

• Variance request by Coach House Garages for 1442 Lawnwood
• Proposed addition would encroach 30 feet into 40-foot rear setback
• New rear yard setback would be 10 feet
• Property zoned Residential B
• Public hearing on February 28, 2024 at 6:30 PM

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine approvals, including purchases and contracts for city facilities. The main legislative items are two ordinances: one to rezone a 6.51-acre tract at 2400 Dougherty Ferry Road and 2510 Old Dougherty Ferry Road from Residential A to Planned Development-Residential, and another to approve a master site plan and conditional use permit for a Community America Credit Union at 11780 Manchester Road. The board may also enter a closed session for legal, real estate, personnel, or other permitted matters.

• Rezoning 6.51 acres at 2400 Dougherty Ferry Road and 2510 Old Dougherty Ferry Road to PD-R
• Master site plan and conditional use permit for Community America Credit Union at 11780 Manchester Road
• Purchase of outdoor pool deck chairs for the Lodge of Des Peres (R24-3776)
• Contract for lower level flooring resurfacing at the Lodge of Des Peres (R24-3777)
• Contract with G&W Engineering for HVAC, plumbing, and electrical commissioning at Public Safety Building (R24-3778)

Board of Aldermen

This is a special meeting of the Des Peres Board of Aldermen called by the Mayor for the sole purpose of holding a closed executive session. The closed session is authorized under Missouri law to discuss legal actions, litigation, or privileged attorney-client communications. No public business or decisions are on the agenda.

• Closed executive session under RSMO 610.021(1) for legal matters

Public Safety Commission

The February 19, 2024 meeting of the Des Peres Board of Public Safety Commission has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

• Meeting cancelled

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Des Peres Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss a rezoning petition for two properties on Dougherty Ferry Road, along with preliminary site and subdivision sketch plans. They will also consider a master site plan and conditional use permit for a credit union on Manchester Road, and a conditional accessory structure on Ridgefield. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and status reports, and future meetings will move to The Lodge due to City Hall construction.

• Rezoning to PD-R, preliminary site plan, and subdivision sketch plan for 2400 Dougherty Ferry Road & 2510 Old Dougherty Ferry Road (Novus Development)
• Master site plan and conditional use permit for 11780 Manchester Road (CommunityAmerica Credit Union)
• Conditional accessory structure at 12426 Ridgefield (Solid Ground Construction for Brad and Michelle Jackson)
• Discussion of Commercial Design Standards tabled to March meeting
• Future meetings relocated to The Lodge, 1050 Des Peres Road

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings on a proposed zoning amendment for garage requirements and a boundary adjustment between two Bent Brook properties. The board will also consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts for street maintenance, equipment purchases, and a stormwater agreement, plus ordinances on parking restrictions and garage construction.

• Public hearing: Amendment to Appendix C zoning regulations for garage requirements in all districts
• Public hearing: Boundary adjustment between 673 Bent Brook Court and 12126 Bent Brook Road
• R24-3765: Contract with MACC Contracting Inc for mulching services on city properties
• R24-3770: Unit price contract with Sweetens Contracting for cracksealing ~21 miles of streets
• R24-3774: Contract with Spencer Contracting for Lindemann Road resurfacing and sidewalk improvements

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will discuss the Des Peres Park Playground Project and review reports regarding attendance, memberships, and financials. The agenda also includes discussions on city staff changes and 2024 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) items.

• Des Peres Park Playground Project update
• Review of attendance, memberships, and financials
• Discussion of 2024 CIP items
• City staff changes

Audit and Finance Committee

The Audit and Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the January sales tax report, a final draft pension memo, a general finance update, and the City Hall building project. They will also decide on the committee's 2024 meeting schedule. The meeting is open to the public, though a closed session may be held if a motion is made and adopted.

• January sales tax report
• Pension memo final draft
• Finance update
• City Hall building project update
• Decision on 2024 committee schedule

Board of Adjustment

The Des Peres Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request by Pentrex Development to build an infill home at 11848 Devonshire, which would encroach 8.3 feet into the required 25-foot front yard setback, establishing a new 16.7-foot setback. The board will also consider findings of fact and an order regarding a previously appealed variance for 1442 Lawnwood.

• Variance request for infill home at 11848 Devonshire, encroaching 8.3' into 25' setback (new 16.7' front yard setback)
• Property zoned Residential F, corner lot requiring two front yard setbacks
• Findings of Fact, Conclusion of Law, and Order regarding variance appeal for 1442 Lawnwood

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Des Peres Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a subcommittee meeting to discuss a petition for rezoning to PD-R, preliminary site plan approval, and subdivision sketch plan approval for properties at 2400 Dougherty Ferry Road and 2510 Old Dougherty Ferry Road. The petitioner is Novus Development, represented by Schaub Projects. This is a new business item, and no decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Petition for rezoning to PD-R at 2400 Dougherty Ferry Road and 2510 Old Dougherty Ferry Road
• Preliminary site plan approval requested
• Subdivision sketch plan approval requested
• Petitioner: Novus Development, represented by Schaub Projects

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering equipment purchases and an easement agreement, plus new business including a boundary adjustment, zoning regulation amendments, and a playground construction contract. The meeting also includes reports on cancelled trash service, deer management, and city hall construction.

• R24-3764: Contract with Byrnes and Jones for Des Peres Park playground construction
• B24-3026: Boundary adjustment for 673 Bent Brook Ct and 12126 Bent Brook Dr
• B24-3027: Amending zoning regulations for special construction requirements in residential districts
• R24-3759: Purchase of 2023 Scag Turf Tiger II mower from Erb Turf Equipment
• R24-3762: Easement agreement with DPS Plaza Members LLC for roundabout project at 1000 Des Peres Road

Public Safety Commission

The January 15, 2024, meeting of the Des Peres Public Safety Commission has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Des Peres Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss commercial design standards and a zoning text amendment on residential garage sizes referred from the Board of Aldermen. New business includes a boundary adjustment at 673 Bent Brook Ct. and a rezoning to PD-R with preliminary site plan and subdivision sketch plan approval for 2400 Dougherty Ferry Road and 2510 Old Dougherty Ferry Road. The commission will also receive an update on improvements at St. Paul's Lutheran Church.

• Discussion of Commercial Design Standards
• Zoning text amendment on residential garage sizes, referred from Board of Aldermen
• Boundary adjustment at 673 Bent Brook Ct., petitioner Paul Bennett
• Rezoning to PD-R, preliminary site plan, and subdivision sketch plan for 2400 Dougherty Ferry Road and 2510 Old Dougherty Ferry Road, petitioner Novus Development
• Update on improvements at St. Paul's Lutheran Church

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen will consider a consent agenda that includes contracts for special inspections, construction observation, and material testing for the Public Safety Building and Government Center renovations, as well as HVAC commissioning, a bio-maintenance agreement with MSD, police vehicle equipment, and battery-operated rescue tools. The board will also hear reports on a lobbyist contract discussion related to the food sales tax and election filing for the April 2, 2024 municipal election.

• R24-3753: Contract with Geotechnology for special inspections and testing for Public Safety Building
• R24-3754: Contract with Geotechnology for special inspections and testing for Government Center renovations
• R24-3755: Contract with McClure Engineering for HVAC commissioning at Des Peres Government Center
• R24-3756: Bio-maintenance agreement with MSD for Government Center project
• R24-3757 and R24-3758: Purchase of police vehicle equipment and battery-operated rescue tools

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Des Peres Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to consider a zoning text amendment regarding residential garage sizes for larger lots, requested by Vanderbilt Homes. The meeting is open to the public and may include a closed session if a motion is made.

• Zoning text amendment on residential garage sizes for larger lots
• Requested by Vanderbilt Homes