Des Peres public meetings in 2025

Public Safety Commission

The Public Safety Commission meeting scheduled for December 15, 2025, has been cancelled.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider proposed amendments to the comprehensive plan concerning the former St. Luke’s Des Peres Hospital site. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes from November 12, 2025, and a Board of Aldermen report. No other decisions are listed for this session.

• Public hearing on proposed comprehensive plan amendments for former St. Luke’s Hospital site

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted to adopt an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan for the former St. Luke’s Des Peres Hospital campus. The motion passed with six ayes, no nays and two abstentions. The commission also approved the November meeting minutes and adjourned the session by voice vote.

• Approved Comprehensive Plan amendment for former St. Luke’s Hospital site (6-0-2)
• Approved November minutes (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Des Peres Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider proposed amendments to the city’s Comprehensive Plan. The amendments would affect the former St. Luke’s Des Peres Hospital site, which is currently limited to hospital or institutional uses. Input will be used to guide future land‑use and zoning decisions for the campus.

• Public hearing on proposed Comprehensive Plan amendments
• Amendments target the former St. Luke's Des Peres Hospital site
• City is working with PGAV on a site and market analysis for the campus
• Open house on the topic was held on October 15
• Written comments accepted until 4:30 pm on December 9

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen will consider approving a supplemental budget, purchasing two police vehicles, and amending ambulance user fee policies. The meeting also includes the approval of contracts for park renovations and The Lodge facility updates.

• Authorize purchase of two Chevrolet Tahoe Cruisers for Public Safety
• Amend 2025 Fiscal Year Budget with supplemental appropriations
• Authorize renewal of cyber security licensing
• Authorize contract for park master plan revisions
• Consider ordinance on emergency ambulance transportation fees

The Board of Aldermen approved a 15‑item consent agenda by a 5‑0 vote. Two ordinances were adopted: B25‑3083, amending city billing rules for emergency ambulance transport, and B25‑3084, establishing user fees for emergency medical transportation, each passing 5‑0 after waiving the rules. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved 15 consent‑agenda items (5‑0)
• Approved B25‑3083, amending ambulance billing rules (5‑0) – became Ordinance 3068
• Approved B25‑3084, establishing emergency medical transport fees (5‑0) – became Ordinance 3069
• Adjourned regular meeting and entered executive session (5‑0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to discuss the Sugar Creek Park Master Plan update. The body is tasked with taking action on the 2026 fee structure for group exercise classes and Fitness Wet-N-Sweat cards.

• Action on 2026 Fitness Wet-N-Sweat Cards and Group Exercise Class fee structure
• Sugar Creek Park Master Plan update

The commission approved the minutes from the October 2, 2025 meeting. It also approved the proposed 2026 price increases for Fitness Wet‑N‑Sweat cards and Group Exercise class drop‑ins. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved October 2, 2025 minutes (5 ayes)
• Approved Fitness Wet‑N‑Sweat card price increase to $190 members/$230 non‑members (5 ayes)
• Approved Group Exercise class drop‑in price increase to $12 members/$15 non‑members (5 ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (5 ayes)

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen will request an executive (closed) session to consult legal counsel. The purpose is to discuss legal actions, causes of action, or litigation involving the city and any confidential or privileged communications under statute 610.021(1). No decisions are recorded for this agenda item.

• Request for executive (closed) session to consult legal counsel on legal actions and privileged communications per 610.021(1)

The Board of Aldermen voted 5-0 to adjourn the regular meeting and enter an executive session to consult with the city attorney on legal matters. No other actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved motion to adjourn and enter executive session (5-0)

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen will consider a consent agenda that includes a warrant list dated November 20, 2025. It will also request an executive (closed) session to consult legal counsel about possible litigation and privileged communications under Missouri law section 610.021(1). The agenda lists upcoming city committee and commission meetings for the next weeks.

• Consent agenda: Warrant List dated November 20, 2025
• Request for executive session to consult legal counsel on potential litigation and confidential communications per 610.021(1)
• Audit and Finance Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 4:30 PM
• Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 6:30 PM
• Municipal Court meeting scheduled for Monday, December 1, 2025 at 2:00 PM

The Board approved the single item on the Consent Agenda, the Warrant List dated November 20, 2025, with a unanimous 6‑0 vote. Afterwards, the Board voted 6‑0 to adjourn the regular meeting and enter executive session.

• Approved Warrant List dated Nov 20, 2025 (6-0)
• Adjourned regular meeting and entered executive session (6-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a special meeting to consider an appeal by Lion Health System. The appeal concerns a zoning officer's decision regarding a Conditional Use Permit for the former hospital campus at 2345 Dougherty Ferry Road.

• Appeal by Lion Health System regarding Conditional Use Permit (Ordinance 2810) for 2345 Dougherty Ferry Road

The Board of Adjustment considered Lion Health System's appeal of the zoning officer's decision on their Conditional Use Permit for the former hospital campus at 2345 Dougherty Ferry Road. After about fifty minutes of discussion, the Board voted unanimously (5-0) to dismiss the case due to lack of standing.

• Dismissed Lion Health conditional use appeal (5-0)

Public Safety Commission

The Des Peres Public Safety Commission will approve the minutes from the October 20, 2025 meeting, receive a budget update, and hear a presentation on ambulance billing from the Audit and Finance Committee. The commission will also discuss the hiring process and receive a department update from command staff. The meeting is open to the public and will be held at City Hall, Board of Alderman Chambers.

• Approve October 20, 2025 meeting minutes
• Budget update presentation
• Ambulance billing presentation with the Audit and Finance Committee
• Discussion of hiring process (old business)
• Department update from command staff

The Public Safety Commission unanimously adopted the recommended changes to ambulance billing, including new fee amounts for resident and non‑resident runs. The commission also approved the minutes from the October 20, 2025 meeting and adjourned the session.

• Approved October 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted ambulance billing recommendations and fee structure: BLS $1,000 residents/$1,500 non‑residents; ALS‑1 $1,250/$1,750; ALS‑2 $1,500/$2,000 (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a petition for a final subdivision record plat and a comprehensive plan update. These items affect land use and development planning within the city.

• Petition for Final Subdivision Record Plat at 740 Des Peres Road (Wyndemere Addition) by JHB Properties, Inc.
• Hospital Site Comprehensive Plan Update by PGAV

The commission approved the October meeting minutes by voice vote. It then voted to recommend approval of the petition for the final subdivision plat for 740 Des Peres Road, with five members voting aye and two members abstaining. The meeting was adjourned by voice vote. The hospital site comprehensive plan update was presented for information only, with no decision taken.

• Approved October minutes (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of final subdivision plat petition for 740 Des Peres Road (5 aye, 0 nay, 2 abstain)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen will consider final passage of an ordinance for a restaurant at 12340 Manchester Road, adopt the 2026 budget, and set employee compensation for the new year. The meeting also includes a contract for deer control and a grant award.

• Conditional Use Permit for Cava Mezza Grill at 12340 Manchester Road
• Adoption of the 2026 Fiscal Year Budget
• Authorization of $50,000 Missouri Blue Shield Grant
• Contract with White Buffalo Inc. for deer control
• Resolution for extended construction hours at Magnolia Ridge

The Board of Aldermen approved the FY 2026 budget (R25-3960) with a 4‑0 vote. It also adopted Ordinance No. 3066 granting a conditional use permit to CAVA Mezza Grill, and Ordinance No. 3067 establishing employee compensation effective Jan. 1 2026, each by 4‑0. A resolution extending construction start time for the Magnolia Ridge Development (R25-3965) passed 4‑0, and the six‑item consent agenda, including a $50,000 state grant and a White Buffalo Inc. contract, was approved 4‑0.

• Approved FY 2026 budget (R25-3960) – vote 4-0
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3066 (conditional use permit for CAVA) – vote 4-0
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3067 (employee compensation) – vote 4-0
• Approved R25-3965 (extended construction hours for Magnolia Ridge) – vote 4-0
• Approved six consent agenda items, including $50,000 grant and White Buffalo contract – vote 4-0

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance that would issue a conditional use permit for a restaurant at 12340 Manchester Road, to be operated by Cava. Interested members of the public may appear to speak or submit written comments to the City Clerk’s office.

• Ordinance to issue a conditional use permit for a restaurant at 12340 Manchester Road to Cava

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing and introduce a resolution to adopt the budget for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2026. The body will also consider employee compensation for 2026 and a conditional use permit for a restaurant.

• Public hearing and introduction of the budget for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 2026
• Conditional use permit for CAVA Mezza Grill LLC at 12340 Manchester Road
• Writing off $27,721.83 in uncollectible ambulance service debts
• Sole source agreement with NFL Flag/RXC Sports for 2026 flag football jerseys
• Professional services agreement with Horner & Shifrin for sewer facilities at 17 Briarbrook Trail

The Board approved three consent‑agenda items—a sole‑source jersey purchase agreement, a professional services agreement for sewer surveying, and a $27,721.83 ambulance debt write‑off—with a 6‑0 vote. It also adopted Ordinance No. 3065, which restates Section 2‑266 to allow mutual‑aid contracts for public‑works services, passing 6‑0. The meeting was then adjourned and moved to executive session, also by a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved sole‑source agreement with NFL Flag/RXC Sports for 2026 flag‑football jerseys (6‑0)
• Approved professional services agreement with Horner ShifrIn for sewer facility surveying and supplemental appropriation (6‑0)
• Approved write‑off of $27,721.83 ambulance service debts (6‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3065 establishing mutual‑aid contracts for public‑works services (6‑0)
• Adjourned meeting and entered executive session (6‑0)

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing on Monday, October 27, 2025, to discuss the proposed budget for the 2026 Fiscal Year. The meeting will take place at the Des Peres Government Center, 12325 Manchester Road. Written comments can be submitted to the City Clerk prior to the hearing.

• Public hearing on proposed 2026 budget
• Meeting at Des Peres Government Center, 12325 Manchester Road
• Written comments due to City Clerk prior to hearing

Board of Adjustment

The Des Peres Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on October 22, 2025 at 6:30 PM. It will decide on three residential setback variance petitions and one signage variance petition. The residential items involve reducing required front‑yard setbacks or increasing garage width on specific properties. The signage item seeks permission for two additional illuminated wall signs at 11780 Manchester Road.

• Variance request by Lakeside Renovation and Design for 13113 Diamond Ridge Ct. to encroach up to seven feet into the front‑yard setback, reducing it from 30 ft to 23 ft.
• Variance request by Nathaniel Kinsey for 11823 Lillian Ave to encroach fifteen feet into the front‑yard setback along Tallie Dr., reducing it from 25 ft to 10 ft.
• Variance request by Nathaniel Kinsey for 11823 Lillian Ave to build an attached garage that is 57 % of the front width, exceeding the 55 % limit.
• Variance request by Warren Sign, on behalf of Community America Credit Union, for 11780 Manchester Road to install two additional illuminated wall logo signs, exceeding the one‑sign‑per‑entrance limit.

The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved three variance requests: a front‑yard setback addition at 13113 Diamond Ridge Court, an infill home setback at 11823 Lillian Avenue, and an attached‑garage size variance at the same address. It approved one illuminated wall logo sign for Community America Credit Union with a 4‑1 vote and denied a second sign with a 0‑5 vote.

• Approved 7‑ft front‑yard setback addition at 13113 Diamond Ridge Court (5-0)
• Approved 15‑ft front‑yard setback infill home at 11823 Lillian Avenue (5-0)
• Approved attached‑garage size variance (57% front width) at 11823 Lillian Avenue (5-0)
• Approved illuminated wall logo sign on second‑floor patio (4-1)
• Denied illuminated wall logo sign on drive‑thru canopy (0-5)

Audit and Finance Committee

The Des Peres Audit and Finance Committee will meet on October 22, 2025 at 4:30 PM. The committee will consider the September financial statements and the third‑quarter summary. It will review the October sales tax figures. Finally, the committee will receive a presentation of the proposed 2026 city budget.

• Review September financial statements and 3rd quarter summary
• Review October sales tax figures
• Presentation of the 2026 city budget

The committee reviewed September financial statements, October sales‑tax receipts, and presented a preview of the 2026 budget. No motions, votes, or approvals were recorded; the budget will be considered at the November 10 Board of Aldermen meeting. The next regular committee meeting was canceled, and members were invited to a joint session with the Public Safety Commission on November 17.

Public Safety Commission

The Des Peres Public Safety Commission will review a budget update, hear comments from citizens, and approve the minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting. The commission will also discuss a hiring process and receive a department update from command staff. No final decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Approval of August 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Budget update presentation
• Hiring process discussion
• Department update from command staff
• Hear citizens comments

The Public Safety Commission approved the minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. It also unanimously amended the agenda to place an ambulance transport fee update under old business. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved August 18, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Amended agenda to add ambulance transport fee update to old business (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen and Planning and Zoning Commission will hold an open‑house discussion at The Lodge Des Peres. The meeting will focus on zoning and use considerations for the former St. Luke’s Hospital site at 530 Des Peres Road. No official city business or actions will be taken at this event.

• Zoning and use considerations for former St. Luke’s Hospital site (530 Des Peres Road)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Board of Aldermen and the Planning and Zoning Commission will hold an open house discussion. No official city business or actions will be taken at this event.

• Zoning and use considerations for 530 Des Peres Road (former St. Luke’s Hospital site)

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen will hold a budget work session on employee compensation, followed by a regular meeting that includes special presentations, citizen comments, and a consent agenda. New business items include an ordinance extending a 90‑day moratorium on residential rezoning applications, a proposal to adopt mutual‑aid contracts for public works, a snow and ice removal plan, and changes to membership and daily fees for The Lodge. The board will also consider a donation of surplus fire hoses to the Doolittle Rural Fire Protection District and discuss fee increases at The Lodge.

• B25-3078: Ordinance extending a 90‑day moratorium on residential rezoning applications (first reading, request to waive rules)
• B25-3079: Ordinance re‑adopting Section 2‑266 of the municipal code for mutual‑aid contracts with other agencies (introduction only)
• R25-3955: Approval of a snow and ice removal plan for city rights‑of‑way
• R25-3956: Adoption of membership and daily admission fees for The Lodge effective Jan 1 2026
• R25-3954: Authorization to donate surplus expired fire hoses to Doolittle Rural Fire Protection District

The Board approved four items on the consent agenda, including a donation of surplus fire hoses. It adopted Ordinance No. 3064, extending the moratorium on rezoning applications for an additional 90 days. The Board also approved a new snow and ice removal plan and updated membership and daily admission fees for The Lodge, all by unanimous 5‑0 votes.

• Approved consent agenda items, including donation of surplus fire hoses (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3064 extending rezoning moratorium 90 days (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-3955 snow and ice removal plan (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-3956 new Lodge membership and daily admission fees (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a petition to amend the Master Development Plan and to grant a Conditional Use Permit for CAVA Mediterranean Restaurant at 12340 Manchester Road. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of July 9, 2025 minutes and a Board of Aldermen report.

• Petition for amended Master Development Plan and Conditional Use Permit – 12340 Manchester Road (CAVA Mediterranean Restaurant)

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 5-0-1 to recommend approval of the amended master development plan and conditional use permit for CAVA Mediterranean Restaurant at 12340 Manchester Road. The commission also approved the July and September meeting minutes by voice vote. The meeting was adjourned at 7:20 p.m. by voice vote.

• Recommended approval of amended master development plan and conditional use permit for CAVA Mediterranean Restaurant (5-0-1)
• Approved July meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved September meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Des Peres Parks and Recreation Commission will consider a new facility fee structure for 2026. The agenda item includes review of membership fees, daily admission fees, meeting room rental fees, and pavilion and birthday party rental fees. The commission will vote on whether to adopt the proposed fees. All other agenda items are routine procedural matters.

• Facility Fee Structure for 2026 – review of membership fees
• Facility Fee Structure for 2026 – review of daily admission fees
• Facility Fee Structure for 2026 – review of meeting room rental fees
• Facility Fee Structure for 2026 – review of pavilion and birthday party rental fees

The commission approved the August 6, 2025 meeting minutes. It reported that all capital improvement projects and the 2026 budget are completed. Commissioners voted to adopt the proposed fee increases for memberships, rentals, and birthday parties. The meeting was adjourned at 6:43 p.m.

• Approved August 6, 2025 minutes (unanimous aye vote)
• Approved all proposed 2026 fee increases for park services (unanimous aye vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:43 p.m.

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will convene as a Committee of the Whole for a joint work session with the Audit and Finance Committee. They will discuss the proposed 2026 operating budget and invite public comments. Additional budget work sessions are scheduled for October 6 (unfinished business) and October 20 (compensation review).

• Discussion of the proposed 2026 operating budget
• Public comment period for the 2026 budget
• Oct 6, 2025 work session – unfinished business (if needed)
• Oct 20, 2025 work session – compensation review

The Board reviewed the proposed 2026 operating budget, which totals $21,041,425 in expenditures and $23,913,765 in projected revenues, showing a surplus of $1,367,340. Director of Finance Tracy Hansen presented a pilot program allowing Finance Department staff to work from home. The City Administrator confirmed the Board’s approval to launch the pilot program. The session adjourned at 7:44 p.m.

• Approved launch of Finance Department work‑from‑home pilot program

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing and a second reading for an ordinance establishing the 2025 annual tax levy rate. The body will also discuss a potential 90-day moratorium on the enforcement of specific city code sections following the revocation of conditional use permits.

• Public hearing and final passage of Ordinance B25-3076.1 regarding the 2025 annual tax levy rate
• Resolution R25-3951 to engage Fairless Law Firm for a Board of Adjustment appeal by Lion Health
• Liquor by the drink license for Crowler Stop by Beer Outside at 13014 Manchester Road
• Tasting permit for Sugaring NYC – St. Louis LLC at 12360 Manchester Road Suite 150
• Proposed 90-day moratorium on enforcement of Section 400.025(b) for certain attendant uses (B25-3077)

The Board of Aldermen approved Ordinance No. 3062, setting the 2025 real‑estate tax levy at $0.00, with a 5‑0 vote. It also approved the findings and order revoking a conditional use permit, and adopted Ordinance No. 3063 creating a 90‑day moratorium on enforcement of section 400.025(b) for attendant uses on properties with revoked permits, each by a 5‑0 vote. All six consent‑agenda items were likewise approved unanimously.

• Approved Ordinance No. 3062 setting 2025 property tax levy at $0.00 (5-0)
• Approved Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, and Order revoking a conditional use permit (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 3063 implementing 90‑day moratorium on §400.025(b) enforcement for attendant uses on properties with revoked permits (5-0)
• Approved six consent‑agenda items, including legal representation resolution and liquor license authorizations (5-0)

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing to consider an ordinance establishing the annual tax levy rates for all city funds on real and personal property for 2025. The notice includes assessed valuation figures for residential, agricultural, and commercial real estate as well as total personal property. Interested parties may appear at the hearing or submit written comments to the City Clerk.

• Ordinance to establish annual tax levy rates for all city funds (2025)
• Assessed residential real estate valuation: $444,600,430
• Assessed agricultural real estate valuation: $158,140
• Assessed commercial real estate valuation: $190,574,296
• Total personal property valuation: $58,797,279

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing to discuss revoking the conditional use permit for the former hospital site at 2345 Dougherty Ferry Road. The discussion may result in a motion to revoke the permit. No other agenda items are listed.

• Conditional Use Permit Revocation for 2345 Dougherty Ferry Road (former hospital site)

Public Safety Commission

The Des Peres Public Safety Commission meeting scheduled for September 15, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided. Residents should note that no actions or proposals were taken at this meeting.

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen will convene as a Committee of the Whole with the Audit and Finance Committee. The meeting will focus on the proposed 2026 capital budget. Interested parties may appear, be heard, or submit written comments to the City Clerk. Additional work sessions for operating budget review, unfinished business, and compensation review are scheduled for later dates.

• Proposed 2026 Capital Budget discussion

The Board of Aldermen held a work session to review the proposed 2026 capital budget for public safety, public works, government center, and parks and recreation. No formal approvals or votes were recorded for the budget items. The Board reached consensus to keep working with consultants on a beautification and placemaking proposal for the I‑270 and Manchester Road interchange and to present a refined plan at a future meeting.

• Board consensus to continue work with consultants on I‑270/Manchester Road beautification concept

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a petition from CAVA Mediterranean Restaurant for an amended Master Development Plan and a conditional use permit at 12340 Manchester Road. The petition was postponed at the request of the petitioner. The commission will also approve the minutes from the July 9, 2025 meeting.

• Petition for amended Master Development Plan and conditional use permit – 12340 Manchester Road (postponed)
• Approval of minutes from the July 9, 2025 meeting

The Planning and Zoning Commission moved to close the regular meeting and enter executive session, which carried 7‑0. Later the commission moved to close the executive session, also carrying 7‑0. The meeting was then adjourned by voice vote. A request was made to postpone the CAVA item to the October 8 agenda, but no vote was recorded.

• Closed regular meeting, entered executive session (7-0)
• Closed executive session (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings and a final vote regarding a conditional use permit for Dave’s Hot Chicken at 1052 N Ballas. The board will also introduce an ordinance to establish the 2025 annual tax levy rate for all city funds.

• Public hearing and final vote on conditional use permit for Dave’s Hot Chicken at 1052 N Ballas
• Introduction of Ordinance B25-3076 establishing the 2025 annual tax levy rate
• Contract with Sweetens Concrete Services for sidewalk replacements in Spring Valley Subdivision
• Contract with Hawkins Inc for 2026 aquatic season pool chemicals
• Funding for equipment and cost overruns for a Public Safety Department fast-attack high-suppression vehicle

The Board approved Ordinance B25-3075.1, reissuing the conditional use permit for Dave’s Hot Chicken at 1052 N. Ballas with extended operating hours, passing 6‑0 and becoming Ordinance No. 3061. All six items on the Consent Agenda, including contracts for sidewalks, pool chemicals, ductwork repair, and a high‑suppression vehicle, were approved unanimously. No motion was made on Ordinance B25-3075, so that item was dropped.

• Approved B25-3075.1 amendment to conditional use permit for Dave’s Hot Chicken, extending hours (6-0) – becomes Ordinance No. 3061
• Approved Consent Agenda item R25-3947 authorizing secondary unit price contract with Sweetens Concrete Services for sidewalk replacements in Spring Valley Subdivision (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda item R25-3948 authorizing contract with Hawkins Inc for purchase of pool chemicals for 2026 aquatic season (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda item R25-3949 authorizing contract with Crystal Heating & Cooling for emergency ductwork repair at Street Garage and supplemental appropriation to operations budget (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda item R25-3950 authorizing use of certificates of participation interest income for additional equipment and cost overruns for fast‑attack high‑suppression vehicle for Public Safety Department (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda item Minutes of the Board of Aldermen meeting held August 25, 2025 (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda item Warrant List dated September 4, 2025 (6-0)
• Dropped Ordinance B25-3075 after no motion was made

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing to consider reissuing a conditional use permit for a restaurant at 1052 N Ballas. The permit is for Dave's Hot Chicken and includes modifications to operating hours and façade alterations.

• Public hearing for Dave's Hot Chicken conditional use permit
• Modifications to operating hours for Dave's Hot Chicken
• Façade alterations for Dave's Hot Chicken

Board of Adjustment

The Des Peres Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to decide whether to grant a variance to Schindler Homes for a 17.25-foot encroachment into the required 25-foot front-yard setback on a corner lot at 917 Des Peres Drive. The variance would reduce the setback to 7.75 feet to allow construction of an infill home.

• Variance request for 17.25-foot front-yard setback encroachment at 917 Des Peres Drive
• Public hearing scheduled for August 27, 2025, at 6:30 PM

The Board of Adjustment voted to allow Jeff Schindler to build a new single‑family infill residence at 917 Des Peres Drive. The approved plan reduces the front‑yard setback on Alhambra Avenue from the required 25 feet to 7 feet 9 inches, encroaching 17 feet 3 inches into the setback. The motion passed unanimously, 5‑0.

• Approved new single‑family infill residence with reduced front‑yard setback (5‑0)

Audit and Finance Committee

The Audit and Finance Committee will discuss city financial updates and administrative planning. The meeting includes reviews of recent financial statements and sales tax data.

• St. Luke’s Hospital update
• July Financial Statements
• August Sales Tax
• Merchant Processing and Online Payments
• 2026 Budget Calendar

The Audit & Finance Committee approved a contract with Tyler Payments to provide merchant processing services. The committee also cancelled regular meetings for September and October and scheduled a budget work session on September 15. An online payment option for business licenses, public works and public safety fees will be rolled out, and the open accountant position was filled by Lydia Porter.

• Contracted with Tyler Payments for merchant processing services
• Cancelled regular Audit & Finance Committee meetings for September and October
• Scheduled first 2026 budget work session for September 15, 6‑8 pm
• Approved rollout of new online payment option for business licenses, public works and public safety report fees
• Filled open Accountant position with Lydia Porter (started August 14)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will introduce ordinances regarding a conditional use permit for Dave’s Hot Chicken, including changes to operating hours and façade alterations. The body is also reviewing budget appropriations and vehicle purchases.

• B25-3075: Conditional Use Permit for Dave’s Hot Chicken at 1052 N Ballas (Introduction only)
• R25-3944: Purchase of two 2026 Chevrolet Tahoes and trade-in of a 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe
• R25-3946: Supplemental appropriations for General, Park, and Capital Funds
• R25-3945: Donation of expired fire turnout gear to Pike-Lincoln County Technical Center

The Board voted 6-0 to approve all five items on the Consent Agenda, which included authorizing the purchase of two 2026 Chevrolet Tahoes, a donation of surplus fire turnout gear, and supplemental appropriations to amend the 2025 budget. The motion was made by Alderman Osherow and seconded by Alderman Weller. The meeting was then adjourned by a 6-0 vote.

• Approved minutes of the August 11, 2025 Board meeting (consent agenda) – 6-0
• Approved warrant list dated August 21, 2025 (consent agenda) – 6-0
• Approved purchase of two 2026 Chevrolet Tahoes and declared a 2019 Tahoe surplus (R25-3944) – 6-0
• Approved donation of surplus expired fire turnout gear to the Pike‑Lincoln County Technical Center (R25-3945) – 6-0
• Approved amendment to the 2025 budget with supplemental appropriations for general, park, and capital funds (R25-3946) – 6-0
• Adjourned the regular meeting – 6-0

Public Safety Commission

The Public Safety Commission will meet to receive a budget update and a department update from command staff. The body will also discuss the hiring process under old business.

• Budget update
• Hiring process discussion
• Department update from command staff

The Public Safety Commission approved the minutes from the June 16, 2025 meeting by a unanimous vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No other actions or votes were taken.

• Approved June 16, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen will vote on a preliminary plat for the Wyndemere Addition subdivision and finalize changes to city personnel rules. The meeting also includes consent agenda items and a public hearing.

• Public hearing for Wyndemere Addition subdivision plat
• Final passage of ordinance adjusting vacation accruals for public safety personnel
• Final passage of ordinance approving Wyndemere Addition subdivision plat
• Contract with Schillers Audio Visual for Council Chambers improvements
• Authorization to purchase de-icing salt from Compass Minerals

The Board unanimously approved Ordinance No. 3060, allowing the Wynemere Addition subdivision at 740 Des Peres Road with 14 single‑family lots. It also adopted Ordinance No. 3059 updating personnel vacation accruals and resignation procedures. The six consent‑agenda items, including writing off $26,548.58 in ambulance service debt and authorizing contracts for de‑icing salt and council‑chamber audio‑visual upgrades, were approved. A resolution authorizing the City Clerk to destroy 92 boxes of records was also adopted.

• Approved Ordinance No. 3060 for Wynemere Addition subdivision (6‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 3059 updating personnel vacation and resignation rules (6‑0)
• Approved six consent‑agenda items (including $26,548.58 ambulance debt write‑off, salt contract, audio‑visual contract) (6‑0)
• Approved Resolution R25‑3943 to destroy 92 boxes of city records (6‑0)

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing to consider approving a preliminary plat and improvement plans for the Wyndemere Addition subdivision located at 740 Des Peres Road in the Residential “D” zoning district. Residents may appear in person or submit written comments to the City Clerk before the hearing.

• Public hearing on Wyndemere Addition subdivision preliminary plat and improvement plans at 740 Des Peres Road
• Zoning district: Residential “D”

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will meet to receive updates on 2025 Capital Improvement Projects and the Sugar Creek Park Master Plan. The agenda also includes a discussion on a staffing vacancy and a report from the new aldermanic representative, Alderman Weller.

• 2025 Capital Improvement Projects update
• Sugar Creek Park Master Plan update
• Staffing vacancy discussion

The commission approved the June 5, 2025 meeting minutes with five ayes. Reappointments for four expiring commissioner terms were approved. Commissioners voted unanimously to make Margaret Amend the next‑year president and Bill Reeves the next‑year vice‑president. The meeting was adjourned with four ayes.

• Approved June 5, 2025 minutes (5 ayes)
• Approved reappointments of four commissioners (vote not recorded)
• Elected Margaret Amend as president (unanimous)
• Elected Bill Reeves as vice‑president (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (4 ayes)

Audit and Finance Committee

The Audit and Finance Committee will meet to discuss city financial reports and staffing. The agenda includes updates on St. Luke’s Hospital and payment processing systems.

• St. Luke’s Hospital Update
• June Financial Statements
• July Sales Tax
• Merchant Processing and Online Payments
• Finance Staffing Update

Public Safety Commission

The Public Safety Commission meeting scheduled for July 21, 2025, has been cancelled.

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will vote on a final plat for the Ballas Ridge Subdivision and discuss a temporary freeze on residential rezoning. The meeting also includes proposals for personnel rule changes and a feasibility study for the St. Luke’s Des Peres Hospital site.

• B25-3071: Final record plat and alternative density zoning for Ballas Ridge Subdivision at 2022–2062 North Ballas Road
• B25-3074: Proposed 90-day temporary moratorium on residential rezoning petitions
• R25-3938: Consulting agreement with PGAV for a market feasibility study of the St. Luke’s Des Peres Hospital site
• R25-3936: Unit-price contract with Kingsland Concrete for curb installation on Elaine Drive
• B25-3072: Proposed changes to public safety vacation accruals and city employee resignation procedures

The Board of Aldermen approved a temporary 90‑day moratorium on consideration of rezoning petitions (5‑0). It also approved the Ballas Ridge subdivision plat, reappointments to city boards, a consulting agreement for a feasibility study of the St. Luke’s hospital site, and a lease with the Des Peres Historic Society. All consent‑agenda items, including contracts for concrete work and ammunition, were approved unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda items (minutes, warrant lists, contracts) – vote 5‑0
• Approved reappointments to boards and commissions – vote 5‑0
• Approved Ordinance B25‑3071 for Ballas Ridge subdivision – vote 5‑0
• Approved Ordinance B25‑3074 establishing 90‑day rezoning moratorium – vote 5‑0
• Approved consulting agreement R25‑3938 for St. Luke’s hospital feasibility study – vote 5‑0
• Approved lease agreement R25‑3939 with Des Peres Historic Society – vote 5‑0

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing regarding a development at 2022 – 2062 North Ballas Road. The body is considering an ordinance to approve a final record plat and the use of alternative density zoning.

• Proposed final record plat and alternative density zoning for Ballas Ridge subdivision at 2022 – 2062 North Ballas Road

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss a petition for an amendment to a conditional use permit. The request concerns a restaurant located at 1052 N. Ballas Rd.

• Conditional Use Permit amendment for Hotville Des Peres DBA Dave’s Hot Chicken at 1052 N. Ballas Rd.
• Assignment of Vice Chairman

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the June 11 meeting minutes. It denied the petition to amend the conditional use permit for Dave’s Hot Chicken’s exterior graffiti. It approved a recommendation to allow the restaurant extended hours of operation. The commission also approved Jim Jontry as vice chair and then adjourned.

• Approved June 11 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Denied recommendation to approve revised exterior elevations (0-8-1)
• Approved recommendation to allow extended hours of operation (8-0-1)
• Approved Jim Jontry as vice chair (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will meet to consider a variance request for a residential addition. The item was tabled at the previous meeting.

• Variance request for 1442 Lawnwood Dr. to allow an addition encroaching 29’6” into the rear yard setback

The Board of Adjustment voted 5-0 to approve a request by Terbrock Remodeling and Construction for an addition at 1442 Lawnwood Dr. The approved plan encroaches 29 feet 6 inches into the rear yard, establishing a new rear yard setback of 10 feet 6 inches. This deviates from the Residential "B" District requirement of a 40‑foot rear yard setback.

• Approved rear yard setback reduction for 1442 Lawnwood Dr. (5-0)

Public Safety Commission

The Public Safety Commission will meet to receive a budget update and a department update from command staff. The body will also address the hiring process under old business.

• Budget update
• Hiring process discussion
• Department update from Command Staff

The Public Safety Commission confirmed a quorum and approved the minutes from the April 21, 2025 meeting by a unanimous vote. No other motions were taken; the commission discussed hiring four new officers, building renovations, and noted that the Board of Aldermen approved a Motorola body‑camera contract. The meeting was adjourned at 6:15 p.m.

• Approved April 21, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider amendments to zoning regulations regarding restaurant pick-up windows in the C-1 District. The body will also review petitions for a preliminary plat and conditional use permits for specific properties.

• Amendment to permit restaurant pick-up windows in the C-1 District
• Discussion of text amendment for Planned Development – Commercial on lots under 5 acres
• Preliminary Plat and construction plans for 740 Des Peres Rd.
• Conditional Use Permit amendment for Dave’s Hot Chicken at 1052 N. Ballas Rd.
• Conditional Accessory Structure petition for 1946 Drexel Hill

The commission voted to recommend a budget appropriation for a Comprehensive Plan analysis (4-2-1) and to have staff study a plan amendment (5-1-1). It approved the petition for a preliminary plat and construction plans at 740 Des Peres Road (6-0-0) and approved a 776‑sq‑ft accessory garage at 1946 Drexel Hill (7-0-0). The amendment request for Dave’s Hot Chicken’s exterior design was tabled for revision. Chair Anna Ahrens was re‑appointed for another term.

• Recommend budget appropriation to analyze Comprehensive Plan (4-2-1)
• Direct staff to study Comprehensive Plan amendment (5-1-1)
• Approve preliminary plat and construction plans at 740 Des Peres Rd (6-0-0)
• Approve 776 sq ft accessory structure at 1946 Drexel Hill (7-0-0)
• Table amendment to Conditional Use Permit for Dave’s Hot Chicken (no vote)
• Re‑appoint Anna Ahrens as Commission Chair (voice vote)
• Accept Vice Chair Will Mura’s resignation effective 6/30/25 (recorded action)
• Adjourn meeting (voice vote)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will discuss traffic calming on Des Peres Road and signage on Manchester Road. The meeting includes votes on several city contracts, insurance policies, and a supplemental appropriation for police equipment.

• Purchase of Motorola Solutions body and in-car camera systems with a $19,500 supplemental appropriation
• Contract with Terrascape for bank repair and site restoration at Des Peres Park Lake
• Insurance coverage renewals for cyber liability (CFC), property (Selective Insurance), and public official liability (XL Catlin/Greenwich)
• Agreement with Circadia to reupholster 100 chairs for City Hall and Council Chambers
• Stormwater reimbursement agreements for drainage improvements on Fawnvalley Drive

The Board approved all ten items on the consent agenda by a 6‑0 vote and appointed Giuseppe Giardina to the Board of Adjustment, also by a 6‑0 vote. The Board unanimously approved hiring Gilmore & Bell for arbitrage‑compliance counsel. Staff was directed to move forward with the recommended traffic‑calming measures and to install an edge‑lit street sign at West County Center and Edward Jones.

• Approved ten consent agenda items (6-0)
• Approved appointment of Giuseppe Giardina to Board of Adjustment (6-0)
• Approved engagement of Gilmore & Bell for arbitrage compliance (6-0)
• Directed staff to proceed with traffic‑calming recommendation (mini roundabout, RRFB, chicane)
• Directed staff to place edge‑lit street sign at West County Center & Edward Jones
• Motion to adjourn regular meeting passed (6-0)
• Motion to adjourn work session passed unanimously

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing to consider an ordinance regarding the Ballas Ridge subdivision. The board is reviewing a final record plat and the use of alternative density zoning.

• Proposed final record plat and alternative density zoning for Ballas Ridge subdivision at 2022 – 2062 North Ballas Road

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will discuss the Sugar Creek Park Master Plan and review financial, membership, and attendance reports through April. Members will also receive updates on the Des Peres Park Gazebo and 2025 Capital Improvement Projects.

• Sugar Creek Park Master Plan
• Des Peres Park Gazebo update
• 2025 Capital Improvement Projects update
• Financial, membership, and attendance reports through April
• Staffing vacancy discussion

The commission voted to approve the April 3, 2025 meeting minutes. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Ganninger and passed with Commissioners Reutter, Duggan, Amend, and Gwin voting aye. The meeting was then adjourned after a motion by Commissioner Reeves, seconded by Commissioner Ganninger, with the same four commissioners voting aye.

• Approved April 3, 2025 minutes (aye: Reutter, Duggan, Amend, Gwin)
• Adjourned June 5, 2025 meeting (aye: Reutter, Duggan, Amend, Gwin)

Board of Adjustment

The Des Peres Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to decide three requests for zoning variances. Each petitioner seeks permission to build closer to property lines than current setback rules allow. Residents may attend or submit written comments.

• Variance for Terbrock Remodeling at 1442 Lawnwood Dr. to reduce rear yard setback from 40’ to 10’6”
• Variance for Jeffrey Maret at 669 Wyndham Crossing Circle to allow 48” front-yard fence (limit 36”)
• Variance for Dan Ryan at 502 Huntercreek Ridge Ct. to reduce rear yard setback from 15’ to 10’6”

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance for Dan and Karen Brown to construct a cover over their patio at 502 Huntercreek Ridge Court, encroaching 4 ft 6 in into the rear yard setback, with a 5‑0 vote. A request by the Fechtels to move a rear yard setback at 1442 Lawnwood Drive was tabled pending staff research. A fence variance request at 669 Wyndham Crossing Circle was withdrawn after staff advised the fence could comply without a variance.

• Approved patio cover variance for 502 Huntercreek Ridge Ct (5-0)
• Tabled rear yard setback variance for 1442 Lawnwood Dr (no vote)
• Withdrawn front yard fence variance for 669 Wyndham Crossing Circle (no vote)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will discuss transferring a conditional use permit for a restaurant at 1052 N Ballas. The board will also introduce a plat and alternative density zoning for the Ballas Ridge Subdivision.

• B25-3070: Transfer of Conditional Use Permit for restaurant use at 1052 N Ballas to Dave’s Hot Chicken
• B25-3071: Final Record Plat and alternative density zoning for Ballas Ridge Subdivision at 2022 – 2062 North Ballas Road
• Planning & Zoning Commission appointments for Anna Ahrens and Timothy Callahan
• R25-3927: Receipt of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the 2024 Fiscal Year
• General discussion on Mutual Aid Disaster Response

The Board approved the three consent‑agenda items, adopted new Aldermanic liaison assignments, confirmed two Planning & Zoning Commission re‑appointments, and passed Ordinance 3056 transferring the conditional use permit for Dave’s Hot Chicken at 1052 N. Ballas. An ordinance to allow alternative density zoning for the Ballas Ridge subdivision (B25‑3071) was introduced and a public hearing scheduled for July 14. The meeting concluded with a mutual‑aid disaster‑response update and adjournment.

• Approved three consent‑agenda items (minutes, warrant list, ACFR receipt) (5-0)
• Approved Aldermanic liaison assignments for 2025‑2026 (5-0)
• Approved re‑appointments of Anna Ahrens and Timothy Callahan to Planning & Zoning Commission (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3056 transferring conditional use permit to Dave’s Hot Chicken (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance B25‑3071 for alternative density zoning in Ballas Ridge subdivision; public hearing set for July 14 (introduction only)
• Provided mutual‑aid disaster response update (informational)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:33 P.M. (5-0)

Audit and Finance Committee

The Audit and Finance Committee will meet to review an audit presentation and financial reports. The body will discuss April financial statements and May sales tax figures.

• Honkamp, P.C. Audit Presentation
• April Financial Statements
• May Sales Tax
• City Hall Ribbon-Cutting and Open House

The committee canceled its June meeting and set the next meeting for July 23. A new Aldermanic Representative will be appointed to the Audit & Finance Committee. The City Hall Open House and Ribbon Cutting ceremony was scheduled for June 13. The Sugar Creek Park Bridge design is slated for completion in 2025 with a $250,000 construction budget.

• June meeting canceled
• New Aldermanic Representative to be assigned to the committee
• City Hall Open House and Ribbon Cutting set for June 13
• Sugar Creek Park Bridge design to be completed in 2025; construction budget $250,000
• Director of Finance to follow up on sewer lateral fund reimbursement per household for 2025
• Gilmore and Bell to perform arbitrage calculation for IRS yield restriction exemptions

Public Safety Commission

The Public Safety Commission meeting scheduled for May 19, 2025, has been cancelled.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss a proposed amendment to zoning regulations to permit restaurants with pick-up windows in the C-1 District, differentiating from drive-in or drive-through operations. They will also review a petition for a subdivision sketch plan and final plat at 2022-2062 N. Ballas Rd., including a request for alternate density. Additionally, the commission will consider language regarding motor vehicle-oriented businesses in the Comprehensive Plan.

• Amendment to Appendix C, Sections 402.005 and 404.055 to allow restaurant pick-up windows in C-1 District (referred by Board of Aldermen Resolution 25-3895)
• Petition for Subdivision Sketch Plan/Final Subdivision Plat at 2022-2062 N. Ballas Rd. with alternate density request
• Commission discussion on Comprehensive Plan language regarding motor vehicle-oriented businesses
• Approval of minutes from April 9, 2025
• Status reports from Board of Aldermen and subcommittees (Sign and Architectural Review Committees - none)

The commission approved the meeting minutes by voice vote. The chair moved the first agenda item to the end of the agenda, and the motion carried. Commissioners voted 6‑0‑0 to recommend approval of the subdivision petition with alternate density, creating two two‑lot Residential “A” subdivisions.

• Approved meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Moved first agenda item to last agenda item (motion carried)
• Recommended approval of subdivision petition with alternate density (6-0-0)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing to discuss proposed changes to the municipal code. The discussion focuses on the Commercial “C-1” District and rules regarding accessory uses and structures.

• Proposed ordinance amending Sections 404.035 and 406.020 of Appendix C - Zoning

The Board of Aldermen approved two ordinances—Ordinance No. 3054 updating the sanitary sewer lateral program and Ordinance No. 3055 amending zoning code sections 404.035 and 406.020—both by a 6‑0 vote. All twelve items on the consent agenda, including contracts for drainage design, pavement markings, street improvements, park master plan revisions, health‑insurance renewal, fitness equipment, fire‑department equipment, and liquor‑license renewal, were approved unanimously. The Board also authorized the use of certificates of participation income to procure a fast‑attack high‑suppression vehicle for the Public Safety Department (R25‑3926) with a 6‑0 vote. Mayor Becker proclaimed May 18‑24, 2025 as National Public Works Week.

• Approved Ordinance No. 3054 (sanitary sewer lateral program amendment) (6‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 3055 (zoning code sections 404.035 & 406.020 amendment) (6‑0)
• Approved all twelve consent‑agenda items, including contracts for drainage, pavement markings, street improvements, park master plan revisions, health‑insurance renewal, fitness equipment, fire‑department equipment, and liquor‑license renewal (6‑0)
• Authorized use of certificates of participation income to purchase a fast‑attack high‑suppression vehicle (R25‑3926) (6‑0)
• Proclaimed National Public Works Week, May 18‑24, 2025

Board of Aldermen

The Board will hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending C-1 zoning district and accessory use standards, then vote on the legislation as unfinished business. The consent agenda includes contracts for drainage design on Fawnvalley Drive, street improvements, Sugar Creek Park master plan revisions, and health insurance renewal. New business involves using certificate of participation interest income for a new fire suppression vehicle.

• Public hearing and legislation on C-1 zoning district and accessory use amendments
• Professional services agreement with HR Green for Fawnvalley Drive drainage design
• Design agreement with Planning Design Studio for Sugar Creek Park master plan revisions
• Renewal of health insurance coverage with SLAIT-Health and Anthem effective July 1, 2025
• Sole source agreements for fire suppression unit equipment (compartment box and pump module)

The Board of Aldermen approved Ordinance No. 3054 to revise the sanitary sewer lateral program and Ordinance No. 3055 to amend zoning sections 404.035 and 406.020. All twelve items on the consent agenda, ranging from professional services agreements to a liquor‑license renewal, were approved. A resolution (R25‑3926) authorizing the use of certificates of participation to procure a fast‑attack high‑suppression vehicle for the Public Safety Department was also adopted. Each action passed with a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved Ordinance No. 3054 (B25‑3068) revising sanitary sewer lateral program – vote 6‑0
• Approved Ordinance No. 3055 (B25‑3069) amending zoning sections 404.035 and 406.020 – vote 6‑0
• Approved twelve consent‑agenda items, including contracts for drainage design, pavement markings, street improvements, park master‑plan revisions, health‑insurance renewal, fitness equipment purchase, and liquor‑license renewal – vote 6‑0
• Approved R25‑3926 authorizing certificates of participation to purchase a fast‑attack high‑suppression vehicle for Public Safety – vote 6‑0

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen will hold a work session at 6 PM to discuss traffic calming on Des Peres Road and West County Center fountain repairs. The regular meeting at 7 PM includes certification of April election results, administration of oaths, and a consent agenda with contracts for forestry, concrete street improvements on Ironstone and Belle Meade, firefighter turnout gear, handheld radios, and a $31,139.97 ambulance debt write-off. Legislation includes final passage of an ordinance adopting a Secure 2.0 457(B) retirement plan amendment and introduction of ordinances revising sanitary sewer lateral program standards and amending C-1 zoning district and accessory use regulations.

• Write off $31,139.97 in uncollectible ambulance service debts
• Authorize contract with M&H Concrete for street improvements on Ironstone and Belle Meade
• Authorize unit-price contract with Gamma Tree Experts for forestry services
• Final passage of ordinance to incorporate Secure 2.0 457(B) plan into city retirement plan
• Introduction of ordinance amending C-1 zoning district and accessory use regulations

The Board approved seven items on the Consent Agenda with a 5‑0 vote. Aldermen also passed Ordinance No. 3053, amending the city retirement plan, by a 5‑0 vote. The Board agreed to have staff move forward with installing a mini‑roundabout on Des Peres Road. Staff were directed to replace the fountain’s cascade pool with decorative rocks and install new lighting.

• Approved seven Consent Agenda items (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 3053 amending the retirement plan (5-0)
• Directed staff to pursue a mini‑roundabout installation on Des Peres Road
• Directed staff to replace fountain cascade pool with decorative rocks and new lighting

Board of Adjustment

The Des Peres Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on April 23, 2025, to consider a variance request from Bemberg Architects for Christian and Maren Roberts at 11830 Jerrilen Ct. The proposal would allow an addition to encroach 15 feet into the required rear yard setback, reducing it from 40 to 25 feet. The board will also review findings of fact and an order regarding a previously appealed variance for 11913 Manchester Road. A previously scheduled variance for 11909 Lillian Avenue has been withdrawn by the applicant.

• Variance request to reduce rear yard setback from 40 to 25 feet at 11830 Jerrilen Ct. (Section 404.015 B.4).
• Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, and Order for 11913 Manchester Road appeal.
• Originally scheduled variance for 11909 Lillian Avenue removed per applicant request.

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance to allow a covered patio at 11830 Jerrilen Court, encroaching 15 feet into the required 40‑foot setback, with a 5‑0 vote. It also approved the Finding of Fact and Conclusion of Law and Order for a variance request for two roof signs at Lion’s Choice, 11913 Manchester Road, also by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved covered patio variance encroaching 15 ft into setback at 11830 Jerrilen Court (5-0)
• Approved Finding of Fact and Conclusion of Law and Order for two roof signs variance at 11913 Manchester Road (5-0)

Audit and Finance Committee

The Audit and Finance Committee will discuss the April sales tax figures and preliminary financial statements for March. The agenda also includes roll call and adjournment. No votes or public hearings are scheduled.

• Review of April sales tax collections
• Discussion of preliminary March financial statements

The committee discussed the timing of its upcoming May meeting. Without any objection, members agreed to reschedule the meeting to Wednesday, May 21, 2025. No other actions were approved or denied during this session.

• Rescheduled May Audit & Finance Committee meeting to May 21, 2025 (no objection)

Public Safety Commission

This is a procedural meeting of the Des Peres Public Safety Commission. Items include approval of January 21, 2025 minutes, a budget update, and a department update from command staff. No specific proposals, ordinances, or financial amounts are listed for decision.

• Approval of January 21, 2025 meeting minutes
• Budget update (no details provided)
• Department update from command staff

The Public Safety Commission approved the minutes from the January 21, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. No other substantive actions were voted on; the remainder of the agenda consisted of reports on budget status, hiring updates, safety rankings, and equipment purchases. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved Jan 21, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting passed unanimously

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing on two proposed ordinances amending master development plans. One involves the property at 11913 Manchester Road (Lion's Choice, Lot 2 of Des Peres Schnucks Center Subdivision). The other would permit amusement redemption devices as a use at West County Center. The public may appear or submit written comments before the hearing.

• Ordinance amending Master Development Plan for 11913 Manchester Road, Lion's Choice, Lot 2 of Des Peres Schnucks Center Subdivision
• Ordinance amending Master Development Plan for West County Center to permit amusement redemption devices as a use

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings and vote on second readings of two ordinances: one amending the master development plan for Lion's Choice at 11913 Manchester Road, and another allowing amusement redemption devices at West County Center. Consent agenda items include contracts for sidewalk replacements, a wide-format plotter, a street department vehicle, a portable metal detector, Microsoft licensing, and roof replacement at The Lodge Des Peres.

• Public hearing and second reading of B25-3065 to amend the master development plan for Lion's Choice at 11913 Manchester Road (Lot 2, Des Peres Schnucks Center Subdivision)
• Public hearing and second reading of B25-3066 to amend the West County Center master development plan to permit amusement redemption devices
• R25-3905: Unit price contract with Superior Industrial Coatings for sidewalk replacements in Spring Valley Subdivision
• R25-3906: Purchase of an HP T2600 wide format plotter/scanner from Drexel Technologies for Public Works
• R25-3911: Agreement with Lakeside Roofing Co., Inc for flat roof replacement at The Lodge Des Peres

The Aldermen voted 4‑0 to approve an amendment adding a 10‑foot menu canopy at Lions Choice (Ordinance No. 3051). They also approved an amendment allowing amusement redemption devices at West County Center (Ordinance No. 3052) with a 4‑0 vote. The nine items on the Consent Agenda, including several contracts and purchases, were approved unanimously. Additional motions confirming Ordinance 1495 compliance and a City Hall ribbon‑cutting ceremony also passed.

• Approved Ordinance B25‑3065 (Lions Choice canopy amendment), 4‑0, became Ordinance No. 3051
• Approved Ordinance B25‑3066 (West County Center amusement redemption devices), 4‑0, became Ordinance No. 3052
• Approved nine Consent Agenda items (contracts, equipment purchases, etc.), 4‑0
• Passed motion affirming compliance with Ordinance 1495 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved City Hall ribbon‑cutting ceremony and open house (unanimous consent)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss amendments to zoning regulations regarding restaurant pick-up windows in the C-1 District. The body will also review a subdivision sketch plan and sign standards for specific properties.

• Amendment to permit restaurant pick-up windows in the C-1 District
• Subdivision Sketch Plan petition for 740 Des Peres Rd
• Uniform Sign Standards petition for Des Peres Pointe
• Zoning amendments to Sections 404.035 and 406.020 for Commercial Design Standards

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted to recommend approval of the subdivision sketch plan for 740 Des Peres Rd. It also approved uniform sign standards for Des Peres Pointe and an amendment to Appendix C of the zoning regulations. The commission decided to revisit the comprehensive‑plan language on motor‑vehicle‑oriented businesses before acting on a restaurant pick‑up‑window amendment.

• Recommend approval of subdivision sketch plan (6-0-1)
• Recommend approval of uniform sign standards for Des Peres Pointe (6-0-1)
• Recommend approval of amendment to Appendix C, Sections 404.035 & 406.020 (6-0-1)
• Recommend revisiting comprehensive‑plan section on motor‑vehicle‑oriented businesses before zoning amendment (6-0-1)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Des Peres Parks and Recreation Commission will receive updates on the Sugar Creek Bridge and Des Peres Park Gazebo, review attendance, memberships, and financial reports, and discuss the 2025 Capital Improvement Projects. The meeting also includes reports from aldermen and directors, and a schedule of upcoming special events.

• Sugar Creek Bridge update
• Des Peres Park Gazebo update
• Review of 2025 Capital Improvement Projects
• Report on attendance, memberships, and financials
• Upcoming events: Bunny Brunch (April 12), Egg Hunts (April 19), Monster Machines (May 17)

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the minutes from its April 3, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Commissioner Reeves, seconded by Commissioner Corley, and passed with all present commissioners voting aye. The commission also voted to adjourn the meeting at 6:15 p.m. No other actions were decided.

• Approved April 3, 2025 meeting minutes (all present voted aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:15 p.m. (all present voted aye)

Audit and Finance Committee

The committee will discuss the 2024 draft financial statements, receive a March 2025 sales tax update, and hear updates on the early retiree health incentive program and building projects. No formal decisions are being made; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• 2024 Draft Financial Statements review
• March 2025 Sales Tax Update
• Early Retiree Health Incentive Program update
• Building project updates

The committee reviewed the 2024 draft financial statements, a March sales tax update, and updates on the early retiree health incentive program and ongoing building projects. No motions were presented, and the committee took no formal actions. The Director of Finance will send a written 2024 summary to the committee.

Board of Adjustment

The Board will hold a public hearing and consider two variance requests. One request by Compass General Contracting at 11909 Lillian Avenue seeks to raise the finished floor elevation of a new home beyond code limits. Another request by Lions Choice at 11913 Manchester asks for roof signage larger than the allowed 5% ratio and would permit a roof sign, which is prohibited by ordinance. The first item was tabled from the February meeting.

• Variance request by Compass General Contracting for additional 9.12-inch floor elevation at 11909 Lillian Avenue
• Variance request by Lions Choice for roof signage exceeding 5% wall sign ratio at 11913 Manchester Road
• Roof signs are prohibited per city ordinance; variance would override that prohibition
• Item 1 tabled from February Board of Adjustment meeting
• Public hearing with opportunity for written or in-person comment

On March 26, 2025, the Des Peres Board of Adjustment met at 12325 Manchester Road. Applicant Mark Disper sought approval to install two roof signs, which were prohibited and exceeded the 5% wall‑space limit. The board voted 3-2 to deny the request.

• Denied roof sign request for 11913 Manchester Road (3-2)

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen will consider consent agenda items including unit-price contracts for microsurfacing and restriping various asphalt streets, sidewalk leveling services, and repealing/restating the Early Retiree Health Incentive Program. Legislation includes amendments to master development plans for 11913 Manchester Road (Lion's Choice) and West County Center to permit amusement redemption devices, and a resolution establishing non-binding preliminary 2025 real estate tax rates at $0.00. An employee retirement ceremony for Public Safety Officer Ernie Brockman precedes the meeting.

• Consent agenda: unit-price contract with Missouri Petroleum Products for microsurfacing/restriping various asphalt streets
• Consent agenda: unit-price contract with Lift-Rite for sidewalk leveling services
• Consent agenda: R25-3903 repealing/restating terms of Early Retiree Health Incentive Program
• B25-3065: Ordinance amending master development plan for 11913 Manchester Road (Lion's Choice)
• R25-3904: Establishing non-binding preliminary 2025 real estate tax rates at $0.00

The Board approved five items on the Consent Agenda, including two unit‑price contracts and the repeal of the early retiree health incentive program (5‑0). It adopted a non‑binding preliminary 2025 real estate tax rate of $0.00 (6‑0). The Board also approved a Special Event Permit for the Des Peres Fall Festival, allowing planning to proceed (6‑0).

• Approved Consent Agenda items – contracts with Missouri Petroleum Products and Lift‑Rite, and repeal of early retiree health incentive program (5‑0)
• Adopted non‑binding preliminary 2025 real estate tax rate of $0.00 (6‑0)
• Approved Special Event Permit for the Des Peres Fall Festival (6‑0)
• Adjourned the regular meeting (6‑0)

Public Safety Commission

The March 17, 2025 meeting of the Des Peres Public Safety Commission has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will approve February minutes and consider three new business items. A zoning amendment to allow restaurant pick-up windows in the C-1 district has been moved to the April agenda per the applicant. Two petitions to amend Master Development Plans are active: one for an order board canopy at 11913 Manchester Road, and one for land uses at 80 West County Center. Status reports from the Board of Aldermen and subcommittees will also be presented.

• Amendment to Appendix C to permit restaurant pick-up windows in C-1 district (deferred to April meeting)
• Petition to amend Master Development Plan for an order board canopy structure at 11913 Manchester Road (owner Mark Disper)
• Petition to amend Master Development Plan for land uses at 80 West County Center (petitioner CBL Properties)
• Approval of minutes from February 12, 2025
• Status reports: Board of Aldermen, Sign Committee (none), Architectural Review Committee (none)

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of two petitions: one to add a 10-foot-tall menu canopy at Lions Choice (11913 Manchester Road) and another to allow a staffed claw machine business in a unit up to 3,000 sq ft at West County Center. Both motions passed 4-0-2, with the mayor and aldermanic representative abstaining. The minutes also included approval of prior meeting minutes and a status report from Alderman Weller.

• Approved minutes as presented (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of canopy structure amendment at 11913 Manchester Road (4-0-2)
• Recommended approval of claw machine business amendment at West County Center (4-0-2)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings and second readings on three ordinances: expanding operating hours for marijuana facilities, granting an amended conditional use permit for Root 66 dispensary at 12095 Manchester Road, and adopting commercial design standards. Consent agenda items include contracts for lawn mowing, asphalt overlay on Greenbriar Estates Drive, pool evaluation at The Lodge, and equipment purchase. New business authorizes a task order for sediment removal under local bridges using grant funds.

• Public hearing and final passage of ordinance expanding operating hours for medical and comprehensive marijuana facilities (B25-3062)
• Public hearing and final passage of amended conditional use permit for Root 66 marijuana dispensary at 12095 Manchester Road (B25-3063)
• Public hearing and final passage of ordinance adopting commercial design standards for zoning regulations (B25-3064)
• Consent agenda includes contracts for lawn mowing, asphalt overlay, pool evaluation, and mini-excavator purchase
• New business authorizes task order for sediment removal under Old Dougherty Ferry, Highland Avenue, and Des Peres Road bridges using Sugar Creek OMCI grant proceeds

The Board of Aldermen approved three ordinances: one amending the zoning code to allow expanded operating hours for comprehensive and medical marijuana facilities, but restricted to between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM daily; a second granting an amended conditional use permit to Root 66 Des Peres LLC for its dispensary at 12095 Manchester Road, with delivery hours allowed until midnight; and a third adopting commercial design standards for the zoning code. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved Ordinance 3048 amending Section 408.015 to allow marijuana facility hours 8 AM-10 PM daily (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3049 granting amended conditional use permit to Root 66 at 12095 Manchester Road with delivery until midnight (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance adopting commercial design standards to Appendix C zoning regulations (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including lawn mowing, asphalt overlay, pool evaluation, and equipment purchase contracts (6-0)
• Approved R25-3900 task order with Horner and Shifrin for sediment removal under three bridges (6-0)

Board of Aldermen

The Des Peres Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing on three proposed ordinances: one to expand operating hours for comprehensive and medical marijuana facilities, one to grant an amended conditional use permit for a marijuana dispensary at 12095 Manchester Road to Root 66, and one to adopt commercial design standards into the zoning regulations. Public comments may be submitted in writing or presented at the hearing.

• Ordinance amending Section 408.015 to expand operating hours for comprehensive and medical marijuana facilities
• Ordinance granting amended conditional use permit for a comprehensive marijuana dispensary at 12095 Manchester Road to Root 66
• Ordinance adopting commercial design standards to Appendix C: Zoning Regulations

Board of Adjustment

The Des Peres Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on two variance requests. One request seeks to allow a 4.5-foot fence in a front yard setback where the maximum is 36 inches. The other request asks to raise the finished floor elevation of a new home 9.12 inches above what the code permits. Both items were previously tabled or are new requests.

• Variance request by Kyle and Marjorie Kraemer at 12 Briarbrook Trail to construct a 4.5’ front-yard fence (code limit 36 inches) – tabled from Jan 22 meeting
• Variance request by Compass General Contracting at 11909 Lillian Avenue to raise finished floor elevation of new home by additional 9.12 inches above code allowance

The Des Peres Board of Adjustment approved a request by Kyle and Marjorie Kraemer to install a 54-inch fence in the front yard of 12 Briarbrook Trail, with a unanimous 5-0 vote. A second request by Compass Contracting to raise the finished floor elevation of a new home at 11909 Lillian Avenue by 9.12 inches above the code limit was tabled, meaning no decision was made. The meeting was moved to Lodge Des Peres due to a power outage at City Hall.

• Approved 54-inch front-yard fence at 12 Briarbrook Trail (5-0)
• Tabled request to raise finished floor elevation at 11909 Lillian Avenue

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will introduce ordinances regarding operating hours for medical marijuana facilities and new commercial design standards. The body is also reviewing several maintenance and equipment contracts.

• B25-3062: Proposed expanded operating hours for comprehensive and medical marijuana facilities
• B25-3063: Proposed amended conditional use permit for Root 66 at 12095 Manchester Road
• B25-3064: Proposed commercial design standards for Zoning Regulations
• R25-3889 and R25-3890: Two-year maintenance contracts with Zimmerman Electric and Merlo Plumbing
• R25-3895: Zoning code amendment petition referral for Pace Properties (12 100 Manchester, LLC)

The Board of Aldermen approved all eight items on the consent agenda in a 5-0 vote, including contracts for electrical and plumbing maintenance, software purchases, and a budget amendment. They also introduced three ordinances for future consideration: one on marijuana facility hours, one for a conditional use permit for a dispensary, and one on commercial design standards. A zoning code amendment petition from Pace Properties was referred to the Planning and Zoning Commission.

• Approved consent agenda with 8 items (5-0)
• Referred Pace Properties zoning petition to Planning and Zoning Commission (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance B25-3062 on marijuana facility hours
• Introduced ordinance B25-3063 for conditional use permit for Root 66 dispensary
• Introduced ordinance B25-3064 on commercial design standards
• Proclaimed April 25, 2025 as Arbor Day

Public Safety Commission

The Des Peres Public Safety Commission meeting scheduled for February 18, 2025, has been cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider an amendment to zoning regulations regarding operating hours for medical and comprehensive marijuana facilities. The body will also review two petitions for conditional use and accessory structures.

• Amendment to Section 408.015 regarding operation hours for medical and comprehensive marijuana facilities
• Amended Conditional Use Permit petition for 12095 Manchester Road (Root 66 Des Peres LLC)
• Conditional Accessory Structure petition for 528sqft at 12111 Ridgelawn Drive (Compass General Contracting)

The Des Peres Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of a zoning text amendment to allow marijuana dispensaries to operate from 8am to midnight (4-3-1), but denied a motion to approve Root 66's conditional use permit with midnight hours (2-5-1). Instead, the commission approved the permit with 8am-10pm hours (5-2-1) and separately approved allowing delivery service by Root 66 employees (7-0-1). The commission also approved a conditional accessory structure at 12111 Ridgelawn Drive (7-0-1).

• Approved conditional accessory structure at 12111 Ridgelawn Drive (7-0-1)
• Recommended approval of zoning text amendment to extend dispensary hours to midnight (4-3-1)
• Denied motion to approve Root 66 CUP with midnight hours (2-5-1)
• Approved Root 66 CUP with 8am-10pm hours (5-2-1)
• Approved Root 66 delivery service by employees (7-0-1)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings and vote on ordinances for a boundary adjustment and lot consolidation near Manchester Road and Sateen Drive, an amended development plan for Marcus Theaters, and a lot consolidation on Highland Avenue. The consent agenda includes writing off $29,944.92 in uncollectible ambulance debts and awarding contracts for cracksealing, concrete, street sweeping, a deck-over trailer, an overhead gantry crane, firewall renewal, and mulching. New business includes authorizing a design-build contract for first-floor renovations to City Hall. The board will also receive presentations on 2024 crime statistics, deer management, and architectural design standards.

• Public hearing and vote on boundary adjustment and lot consolidation (B25-3058) involving 12805/12803 Manchester Road, part of 12701 Manchester Road, and 1115 Sateen Drive to create a 2.48-acre parcel
• Public hearing and vote on amending development plan for Marcus Theaters at 12701-12805 Manchester Road (B25-3059)
• Public hearing and vote on lot consolidation plat for 2.2 acres at 214, 216, 222 Highland Avenue (B25-3060)
• Consent item: Authorizing contract with Aspire Construction Company for renovations to first floor of City Hall (R25-3888)
• Consent item: Writing off $29,944.92 in uncollectible ambulance service debts (R25-3880)

The Board of Aldermen approved three ordinances related to property consolidations and a design-build contract for City Hall renovations. All votes were unanimous (6-0). The board also approved the consent agenda, a parks commission appointment, and received reports on crime statistics and deer management.

• Approved boundary adjustment and lot consolidation for 12803/12805/12701 Manchester Rd and 1115 Sateen Dr (Ordinance 3045, 6-0)
• Approved amendment to Marcus Theaters development plan (Ordinance 3046, 6-0)
• Approved lot consolidation for 214, 216, 222 Highland Ave (Ordinance 3047, 6-0)
• Approved design-build contract with Aspire Construction for City Hall first-floor renovations (R25-3888, 6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $29,944.92 write-off of uncollectible ambulance debts and various contracts (6-0)
• Appointed Terrie Gwin to Parks & Recreation Commission for term ending June 30, 2028 (6-0)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing on three items: a boundary adjustment and lot consolidation involving properties at 12805, 12803, and 12701 Manchester Road and 1115 Sateen Drive, an amendment to the development plan for Marcus Theaters at 12701–12805 Manchester Road, and a lot consolidation at 214, 216, and 222 Highland Avenue. Residents may appear or submit written comments before the hearing.

• Boundary adjustment and lot consolidation to create a 2.48-acre parcel from 12805, 12803, 12701 Manchester Road, and 1115 Sateen Drive
• Ordinance amending the development plan for MH Exchange V LLC (Marcus Theaters) at 12701–12805 Manchester Road
• Lot consolidation plat for a 2.2-acre parcel at 214, 216, and 222 Highland Avenue

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss updates to the Sugar Creek Bridge, Des Peres Park playground, and gazebo. The body will review 2025 Capital Improvement Projects and staffing changes at The Lodge Des Peres. One action item involves increasing the extra fee pricing for meeting rooms at The Lodge Des Peres.

• Action item: The Lodge Des Peres Meeting Room Extra Fee Pricing Increase
• 2025 Capital Improvement Projects
• Sugar Creek Bridge Update
• Des Peres Park Playground and Gazebo updates
• The Lodge Des Peres full-time additions and promotions

The Des Peres Parks and Recreation Commission approved increases to rental fees at The Lodge, including higher prices for coffee, canned drinks, PA systems, microphones, laser projectors, and a new flat rate for lock-ins. The commission also heard updates on park projects, including the Sugar Creek Park Bridge, Des Peres Park Playground, and the new gazebo, and approved the October 3, 2024 minutes.

• Approved rental fee increases at The Lodge (unanimous)
• Approved October 3, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:28 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Board will hold public hearings on two ordinances allowing craft distilleries to engage in off-site wholesale distribution of spirits and approving a conditional use permit for a craft distillery. Consent agenda items include purchasing a police SUV and emergency equipment. Legislation includes boundary adjustments and lot consolidations on Manchester Road and Highland Avenue, and an ordinance changing the Planning and Zoning Commission's composition. A work session will discuss stormwater and infill housing codes.

• Public hearing on ordinance allowing craft distilleries off-site wholesale distribution (B25-3055)
• Public hearing on conditional use permit for a craft distillery (B25-3056)
• Consent agenda: purchase of 2024 Dodge Durango Patrol SUV from Behlmann Dodge Jeep Ram (R25-3878)
• Boundary adjustment and lot consolidation among 12805, 12803, 12701 Manchester Road and 1115 Sateen Drive (B25-3058)
• Ordinance amending composition of Planning and Zoning Commission (B25-3061)

The Board of Aldermen approved two ordinances allowing The Village Bar/1879 Distilling to engage in off-site wholesale distribution of spirits and updating its conditional use permit, both passing 5-1. The board also approved a user agreement with the St. Louis County Emergency Communications Commission for radio system access (6-0), and introduced several new ordinances including boundary adjustments and a Planning and Zoning Commission composition change. A consent agenda with four items, including a patrol SUV purchase and emergency equipment contract, was approved 6-0.

• Approved B25-3055 allowing craft distilleries to wholesale spirits off-site (5-1)
• Approved B25-3056 conditional use permit for craft distillery as accessory use (5-1)
• Approved B25-3057 user agreement with St. Louis County ECC for radio system (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Dodge Durango patrol SUV purchase and emergency equipment contract (6-0)
• Introduced B25-3058 boundary adjustment and lot consolidation at Manchester Road properties
• Introduced B25-3059 development plan amendment for Marcus Theaters
• Introduced B25-3060 lot consolidation at Highland Avenue properties
• Approved B25-3061 amending Planning and Zoning Commission composition (5-1)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing on two ordinances: one amending the municipal code to allow craft distilleries to engage in off-site wholesale distribution of spirits, and another approving a conditional use permit for a craft distillery as an accessory use, repealing and replacing Section 3 of Ordinance 2837. Interested parties may appear or submit written comments before the hearing.

• Ordinance to amend Appendix C to allow craft distilleries off-site wholesale distribution of spirits
• Ordinance approving a conditional use permit for a craft distillery as an accessory use, repealing and replacing Section 3 of Ordinance 2837
• Public hearing at 7:00 PM on January 27, 2025, at City Hall, 12325 Manchester Road

Audit and Finance Committee

The Audit and Finance Committee will meet to discuss a pre-audit communication from Honkamp, P.C. The body will also receive updates on sales tax and a building project.

• Honkamp, P.C. Pre-Audit Communication
• Sales Tax Update
• Building Project Update
• City Hall Lower Level Tour

The Audit and Finance Committee received a pre-audit communication from Honkamp, P.C., with the audit scheduled to begin March 17. The finance director reported January sales tax receipts 22.23% higher than the prior year, and provided updates on the Public Safety and City Hall projects, both experiencing delays. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational.

• Received Honkamp pre-audit presentation; audit to begin March 17
• Noted January sales tax receipts up 22.23% year-over-year
• Discussed Public Safety project delays; exploring lease extension with Edward Jones
• Discussed City Hall project delays; liquidated damages at $1,000/day
• Toured City Hall lower-level renovations

Board of Adjustment

The Des Peres Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on four items: three variance requests and approval of findings for a prior appeal. The variances involve fence height exceptions and a deck cover encroaching into a rear yard setback. One item was previously tabled from June 2024.

• Variance request by Brett Shelton at 1880 Ironstone to challenge denial of a fence exception (tabled 6/26)
• Variance request by Chesterfield Fence and Deck for Rob and Alyssa Barrale at 12782 English Walnut Dr to allow a deck cover encroaching 15 ft into rear yard setback
• Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law, and Order regarding the variance appeal for 958 Blasé Ave
• Variance request by Kyle and Marjorie Kraemer at 12 Briarbrook Trail to construct a 4.5 ft fence encroaching in front yard setback

The Des Peres Board of Adjustment approved a variance for a pergola roof encroaching 15 feet into the rear yard setback at 12782 English Walnut Drive (5-0). A fence request for 12 Briarbrook Trail was tabled for a better survey. A fence appeal for 1880 Ironstone Road was removed from the agenda, and findings for 958 Blasé Avenue were approved.

• Approved pergola roof variance at 12782 English Walnut Drive (5-0)
• Tabled fence request at 12 Briarbrook Trail for better survey
• Removed fence appeal for 1880 Ironstone Road from agenda
• Approved Finding of Fact for 958 Blasé Avenue (5-0)

Public Safety Commission

The Public Safety Commission will meet to receive a budget update and a department update from command staff. The meeting also includes time for citizen comments and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Budget update
• Department update from Command Staff
• Approval of September 17, 2024 meeting minutes

The Des Peres Public Safety Commission met on January 21, 2025, and approved the minutes from the September 17, 2024 meeting unanimously. Chief Hall reported that the 2024 budget year will close in mid-February with 3.46% remaining, noting overtime and vehicle maintenance went over budget. He also provided 2024 crime statistics showing burglaries at a five-year low, larceny up, and motor vehicle theft down. No new or old business was discussed, and no citizen comments were heard.

• Approved minutes of September 17, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Heard 2024 budget update: 3.46% remaining, overtime and vehicle maintenance over budget
• Discussed 2024 crime stats: burglaries lowest in five years, larceny up, motor vehicle theft down
• Noted request to replace vehicle 320 (2020 Chevrolet Tahoe) early using 2026 budget, to be on Board of Alderman agenda Jan 27, 2025
• Acknowledged promotion testing for Sergeant and Lieutenant eligibility list in progress
• Adjourned at 6:39 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing to consider an ordinance amending Section 406.010(E) of the zoning code regarding fences on corner lots. This is the only item on the agenda, and interested parties may appear or submit written comments.

• Public hearing for an ordinance amending Section 406.010(E) of Appendix C - Zoning concerning corner lot fences

Board of Aldermen

The board will discuss the preliminary 2025 strategic plan during a work session, then hold a regular meeting that includes a public hearing and final passage of an ordinance amending corner lot fence rules. Consent agenda items cover budget supplemental appropriations, a vehicle purchase, and contracts for slide restoration and locker replacement at The Lodge. New business introduces ordinances for craft distilleries and authorizes purchase of a fire-rescue pumper and a high suppression response vehicle.

• Public hearing and final passage of ordinance amending Section 406.010(E) on corner lot fences
• Authorizing cooperative contract with Sentinel Emergency Solutions for a Rosenbauer fire-rescue pumper
• Introduction of two ordinances to allow craft distilleries and off-site wholesale distribution (B25-3055, B25-3056)
• Supplemental appropriations for General, Park, Capital, and Debt Service Funds (R25-3871)
• Contract with Slide-Renu Services LLC for restoration of the outdoor slide at The Lodge Des Peres (R25-3872)

The Board of Aldermen approved final passage of ordinances amending corner lot fence regulations and bridge weight limits, and authorized purchases of a fire-rescue pumper and a high suppression response vehicle. They also referred a zoning petition from Root 66 Des Peres LLC to the Planning and Zoning Commission and approved a supplemental salt purchase. All votes were 6-0 except the referral, which passed 5-1.

• Approved B24-3053 corner lot fence ordinance (6-0), became Ordinance 3039
• Approved B24-3054 bridge weight limit ordinance (6-0), became Ordinance 3040
• Approved R25-3874 cooperative contract for Rosenbauer fire-rescue pumper (6-0)
• Approved R25-3875 purchase of high suppression response vehicle (6-0)
• Referred Root 66 Des Peres LLC zoning petition to Planning & Zoning (5-1)
• Approved R25-3877 supplemental salt purchase from Compass Minerals (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including warrants, budget amendments, and Lodge contracts (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider petitions for amended master development plans at 2400 Dougherty Ferry Road (Novus Development) and 12701 Manchester Road (Mh Exchange V LLC/Marcus Theaters). They will also review boundary adjustment requests for properties on Highland Avenue and multiple addresses on Sateen Drive and Manchester Road. The meeting includes status reports from the Board of Aldermen and subcommittees.

• Petition for amended master development plan at 2400 Dougherty Ferry Road by Novus Development
• Boundary adjustment for 214-216-222 Highland Avenue by Mark & Elizabeth Rowland
• Boundary adjustment for 1115 Sateen Dr., 12803, 12805, 12701 Manchester by Drury Development Corporation
• Petition for amended master development plan at 12701 Manchester Road by Mh Exchange V LLC/Marcus Theaters
• Status reports from Board of Aldermen and subcommittees (Sign, Architectural Review – none)

The Planning and Zoning Commission tabled a petition by Novus Development to amend the Master Development Plan at 2400 Dougherty Ferry Road to add an 8-foot privacy fence, deferring a vote so the petitioner can revisit the proposal. The commission recommended approval of two boundary adjustments (214-222 Highland Avenue and 1115 Sateen Dr./12803-12805 Manchester/12701 Manchester) and an amended Master Development Plan for 12701 Manchester Road, all by 8-0-1 votes with Mayor Becker abstaining.

• Tabled amended Master Development Plan for 8' privacy fence at 2400 Dougherty Ferry Rd (8-0-1)
• Recommended approval of boundary adjustment at 214-222 Highland Ave (8-0-1)
• Recommended approval of boundary adjustment at 1115 Sateen Dr. and Manchester Rd properties (8-0-1)
• Recommended approval of amended Master Development Plan at 12701 Manchester Rd (8-0-1)