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Ellisville public meetings in 2025

38 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 17, 2025

City Council

Council to consider boundary adjustment for 505, 509, and 525 Old State Road

The Ellisville City Council will hold a work session at 6:15 p.m. followed by a regular meeting at 7:00 p.m. on December 17, 2025. During the regular meeting the council will consider Bill #3854, a boundary‑adjustment plat affecting properties at 505, 509, and 525 Old State Road. The item appears in the legislation section of the agenda.

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Wed Dec 10, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Commission to review permit amendments for shopping center and car dealership

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two requests to amend existing Conditional Use Permits. Both petitions involve businesses operating within the C-3 Commercial Zoning District.

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Tue Dec 9, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board to hear variance request for 509 Old State Road garage setback

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request by Old State Investments Inc. to reduce the required rear yard setback for an existing garage at 509 Old State Road from 15 feet to 9 feet. The applicant proposes a boundary adjustment between 501 and 509 Old State Road to facilitate a sale to Richards Building Supply.

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Wed Nov 19, 2025

City Council

Ellisville City Council to consider 2026 Budget

The City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting to discuss several legislative bills. Key items include the city's 2026 budget and a call for a special election.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves 2026 budget and related plans

The council unanimously approved Ordinance #3617, adopting the 2026 budget, capital program, long‑range plan, and position classifications/pay plan. It also approved Ordinance #3618, calling a special election on April 7, 2026 to fill the District 3 council seat. Finally, Ordinance #3619 was adopted, amending the municipal code provisions for trash enclosures.

Wed Nov 5, 2025

City Council

Council will consider five municipal code amendment bills

The Ellisville City Council meeting will discuss five proposed amendments to the municipal code. The bills address regulations on fireworks, interference with first responders, emergency vehicle operations, business licensing, and liquor licensing. Council members will vote on each amendment during the regular meeting.

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Mon Oct 27, 2025

Park Advisory Board

Park Board will consider budget items for the upcoming fiscal period

The Ellisville Park Advisory Board will review and discuss budget items during the October 27, 2025 meeting. The board will also receive a director's report covering recreation programs, dog park turf, and swim team finals. Old business includes a discussion of Ashers Playground. Public comments will be taken before adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Park Board approved all improvement projects

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the Jan. 24, 2022 meeting by voice vote. It also approved all listed improvement projects, including replacement of the Bluebird Pavilion, the Gazebo, park fencing, and painting of the Edge Aquatic Center. No other motions were taken and the meeting was adjourned.

Wed Oct 15, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: Council approved fence variance for 419 & 423 Old State Road

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the September 17, 2025 meeting. The council also approved the petition to allow a chain‑link fence at 419 and 423 Old State Road, specifying that the fence must be black vinyl‑coated chain link or black aluminum. All votes were recorded as AYES.

Wed Sep 17, 2025

Architectural Review Board

Auto Spa Express sign variances at 15552 Manchester Road up for board approval

The Ellisville Architectural Review Board will consider a request from Auto Spa Express for sign variances at 15552 Manchester Road in the C‑3 Commercial Zoning District. The variances cover flat lettering on a monument sign, two wall sign cabinets, a west‑facing wall cabinet, and an oversized changeable character sign. Staff recommends approval of the variances.

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Wed Sep 17, 2025

City Council

Council to consider sunshine law, digital signs, and tax levy bills

The Ellisville City Council will meet on September 17, 2025. The council will consider three pieces of legislation: Bill #3843 to amend Chapter 125 of the municipal code concerning the Sunshine Law; Bill #3844 to amend the municipal code regarding digital signs; and Bill #3845 to establish the 2025 tax levy. No other agenda items are listed.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves 2025 annual tax levy for all property

The council approved a vinyl‑coated chain‑link fence petition for 1006 Carole Lane. It received and filed the Planning and Zoning Commission’s recommendation on signage amendments. Ordinances amending the Sunshine Law, the city sign code, and establishing the 2025 annual tax levy were all adopted. Two members were reappointed to the Board of Zoning Adjustment.

Wed Sep 10, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Commission to consider amendment of car wash permit at 15552 Manchester Rd

The Ellisville Planning & Zoning Commission will vote on Petition #25-09-01 to amend an existing Conditional Use Permit for P&H Service, Inc., allowing continued operation of a self‑service, auto‑detailing and full‑service car wash at 15552 Manchester Road in the C‑3 Commercial District. The commission will also hold a public hearing on Petition #25-09-02 to revise city signage regulations in Title IV, Chapter 410. A third item is the recommendation on Petition #25-08-01 for a conditional use permit for a massage therapy business at 300 Ozark Trail #224 Clarkson Road. Routine agenda and minutes approvals are also on the docket.

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Wed Aug 20, 2025

City Council

Council considers conditional use permit for massage therapy at 300 Ozark Trail Drive

The City Council will hold a work session and a regular meeting. The agenda includes a legislative review of a conditional use permit for a massage therapy business.

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✓ Decided: Council unanimously approves massage‑therapy permit and fee waiver

The Ellisville City Council approved Ordinance #3609, granting a conditional use permit for Rene Sackett to operate a massage therapy business at 300 Ozark Trail Drive #224 and waived the $350 application fee. The council also approved a liquor‑by‑the‑drink request for the Hot Dog It’s Chili event at Bluebird Park and authorized a grant application for Phase 2 renovation of the eastern portion of Bluebird Park. All votes were recorded as AYES.

Wed Aug 13, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Commission to vote on massage therapy business permit at 300 Ozark Trail

The Ellisville Planning & Zoning Commission will decide whether to recommend a conditional use permit for a massage therapy business at 300 Ozark Trail #224 Clarkson Road. The applicant seeks a fee waiver due to financial hardship and must comply with zoning rules including window transparency and operating hours.

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Tue Aug 12, 2025

Economic Development Commission

Commission to discuss 2025 Bluebird Business Awards

The Economic Development Commission will meet to create new categories for the Bluebird Business Awards. Members will also provide updates on business nominations and event sponsorships.

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Mon Jul 28, 2025

Park Advisory Board

Park Advisory Board to discuss dog park turf and park updates

The Park Advisory Board will meet to review the Director's report and discuss old business. Topics include updates on Mockingbird Park and Ashers Playground.

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Wed Jul 16, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: Council appointed Kristen Ray as interim director of Fountain Plaza district

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the June 18, 2025 meeting. It also approved the appointment of Kristen Ray as Interim Director of the Fountain Plaza Community Development District to serve the unexpired term through June 16, 2028. No public comments were made and there was no closed session.

Wed Jun 18, 2025

Architectural Review Board

Board to review auto repair shop design and smoothie café sign waiver

The Architectural Review Board will consider design and material approvals for a new automotive repair business. The board will also review a sign code waiver request for a new smoothie café.

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✓ Decided: Architectural Review Board approves two project requests and all agenda items

The board unanimously approved its meeting agenda and the minutes from the April 16, 2025 meeting. It also approved Christian Brothers Automotive's design and material request for 11 Ellisville Towne Centre Drive in the C‑4 Business Park zone. Additionally, the board approved a sign code waiver for Tropical Smoothie at 339 Clarkson Road in the C‑3 Commercial zone. All approvals were recorded as unanimous AYE votes.

Wed Jun 18, 2025

City Council

Council to consider drive-thru widening at 304 Clarkson Rd

The City Council will hold a work session and a regular meeting to discuss local legislation. The body is considering amendments to a conditional use permit and municipal code regulations.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts ordinance allowing Chick‑Fil‑A drive‑through expansion at 304 Clarkson Rd

The council approved a special‑event liquor license for the St. Clare of Assisi Men’s Club Oktoberfest and a chain‑link fence variance at 129 Strecker Road. It received and filed two Planning and Zoning Commission recommendations and adopted two ordinances: Ordinance #3607 amending the Chick‑Fil‑A conditional use permit to widen the drive‑through, reduce parking and modify landscaping, and Ordinance #3608 updating accessory‑building regulations. The council also renewed several existing liquor licenses for 2025‑2026.

Wed Jun 11, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Ellisville P&Z to consider liquor license and drive-thru changes

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review requests for a liquor license at Gastro Pit and drive-thru modifications for Chick-fil-A. The body will also hold a public hearing on city-initiated changes to accessory building regulations.

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Wed May 21, 2025

City Council

Ellisville City Council to consider municipal code amendments and business CUP

The City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting to discuss several updates to the municipal code. The body is considering legislation regarding home businesses, landscaping, and false alarm violations.

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✓ Decided: Council unanimously approved a conditional use permit for Christian Brothers Automotive

The Ellisville City Council approved a 6‑foot privacy fence variance at 380 Wolff Lane. It received and filed three Planning and Zoning Commission recommendations covering the automotive permit, home‑occupation code changes, and landscaping requirements. The council adopted Ordinance #3603, granting Christian Brothers Automotive a conditional use permit to operate at 11 Ellisville Towne Centre Drive. The first reading of Ordinance #3604 amending home‑based business regulations also passed.

Wed May 14, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Christian Brothers Automotive seeks conditional use permit; city considers zoning text amendments

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a conditional use permit for Christian Brothers Automotive to operate an auto repair shop at 11 Ellisville Towne Centre Drive in the C-4 district. The commission will also hold public hearings on city-initiated text amendments to revise regulations for home occupations/businesses and to update landscaping requirements. Officer elections for chair and secretary are also on the agenda.

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Thu May 8, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment to consider bathroom variance for 112 Weis Avenue

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a property in the R-1 Single-Family Residential Zoning District. The applicant is seeking to install a bathroom in a new detached garage and home office. The board will also hold officer elections.

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Wed May 7, 2025

City Council

Ellisville Council to consider amending Marketplace Community Improvement District

The Ellisville City Council will hold a work session at 6 p.m. and a regular meeting at 7 p.m. on May 7, 2025. At the regular meeting, the council will consider three legislative items: Bill #3834 to amend the Ellisville Marketplace Community Improvement District, Bill #3835 to amend Municipal Code provisions on court costs, and Resolution #05-07-2025 to implement the Missouri Blue Shield Program.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Ellisville Marketplace CID amendment, extending term and adding $500K

The Ellisville City Council adopted Ordinance #3601, amending the Ellisville Marketplace Community Improvement District to extend it four years and add $500,000 for façade and center improvements. It also approved Ordinance #3602 updating municipal court fine collection rules and a resolution joining the Missouri Blue Shield Program. Additional actions included approving a six‑foot deer fence at 1124 Kiefer Creek Road and reappointing Mahmoud Kaaki to the Planning and Zoning Commission.

Mon Apr 28, 2025

Park Advisory Board

Park board to discuss pool repairs, new playground, and sculpture

The Park Advisory Board will review past events and old business, including an update on Mockingbird Park and the purchase of a Rusty Melody feature. New business includes pool deck repairs, a new sculpture called Spring Fling, specifications for an 8-foot community garden fence, and the Asher's Playground project.

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✓ Decided: Park Board approved agenda, minutes and adjourned the meeting

The board approved the meeting agenda and the October 21, 2024 minutes by voice vote. Director Grobelny reported that Mockingbird Park improvements are complete, a $4,000 sculpture was purchased, and turf is being added to the small dog park at a cost of $90,000. She also announced pool repairs costing approximately $100,000, a new "Spring Fling" sculpture, a new garden fence, and plans to replace the existing playground with an inclusive Asher’s Playground. No other formal votes were recorded.

Wed Apr 16, 2025

Architectural Review Board

Board to review 7 Brew Coffee drive-through proposal at 15444-A Manchester Road

The Architectural Review Board will consider a request from Brew Crew, LLC to build a 510-square-foot drive-through coffee shop and a 280-square-foot storage structure. The board will review the building design, materials, and several requested sign code waivers.

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✓ Decided: Board approved 7 Brew Coffee drive‑through design and sign waivers

The Architectural Review Board unanimously approved its meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 5, 2025 session. The board also approved Brew Crew, LLC’s request for design, material and sign‑code waivers for the new 7 Brew Coffee drive‑through at 15444‑A Manchester Road in the C‑3 Commercial zone. All votes recorded were AYES.

Wed Apr 16, 2025

City Council

Council to consider 7 Brew drive-through CUP and abatement code amendment

The Ellisville City Council will hold a work session at 6 p.m. followed by a regular meeting at 7 p.m. They are set to discuss and potentially vote on a conditional use permit (CUP) for a drive-through at 15444-A Manchester Rd (7 Brew) and an ordinance amending Chapter 215 of the municipal code regarding abatement procedures.

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✓ Decided: Council approved a drive‑through coffee shop permit at 15444‑A Manchester Rd

The council unanimously approved two fence variances in the R‑1 residential district, one at 1500 Virginia Avenue and another at 1601 Sunnyridge Road. It also approved the conditional use permit for Brew Crew, LLC to operate a drive‑through coffee shop at 15444‑A Manchester Road, creating Ordinance #3599. An amendment to the nuisance abatement code was adopted as Ordinance #3600, and four members were reappointed to the Economic Development Commission.

Wed Apr 9, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning to consider conditional use permit for 7-Brew drive-through coffee shop at 15446 Manchester Road

The Ellisville Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a petition from Brew Crew, LLC for a conditional use permit to operate a drive-through only coffee shop (7-Brew) at 15446 Manchester Road. The applicant proposes a 510 sq ft building with a 280 sq ft remote cooler and storage, with no indoor or outdoor seating. Staff recommends approval subject to conditions, including a parking waiver from the City Council, lighting plan compliance, and traffic consultant recommendations. The commission may also approve minutes from the March 12, 2025 meeting.

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Wed Apr 2, 2025

City Council

Ellisville City Council to consider 2024 budget amendments

The City Council will hold a work session and a regular meeting. The agenda includes the consideration of Bill #3831 regarding 2024 budget amendments.

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✓ Decided: Council approved 2024 budget amendment ordinance (Bill #3831)

The Ellisville City Council unanimously approved the agenda and the March 19 minutes. It also approved three petitions: a special event liquor license for the 4th of July celebration in Bluebird Park, a F45 Training member appreciation event on May 3, and a storage shed at 1508 La Dina Place. Finally, the council adopted Ordinance #3598, amending the 2024 city budget, with unanimous AYE votes on both readings.

Wed Mar 19, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: Council unanimously approved agenda and minutes, and proclaimed Arbor Day

The council voted to approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 5, 2025 meeting, each receiving unanimous AYES votes. Mayor Roemerman read a proclamation designating April 25, 2025 as Arbor Day in Ellisville. No other actions, such as closed‑session items, were taken.

Wed Mar 12, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Amendment of conditional use permit for gas station and convenience store at 8 Ellisville Towne Centre Dr

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a petition from Hurlbut Investments, LLC to amend an existing Conditional Use Permit for a self-service gas station, convenience store, car wash, express lube, administrative offices, and liquor license at 8 Ellisville Towne Centre Drive in the C-4 Zoning District. The commission will also approve minutes from the January 8, 2025 meeting.

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Wed Mar 5, 2025

Architectural Review Board

Board to consider sign waiver for Missouri Pickleball Club

The Architectural Review Board will meet to discuss a request from the Missouri Pickleball Club to use vinyl decals on a monument sign. This request seeks a variance from city regulations that prohibit flat letters or vinyl decals on tenant panels.

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✓ Decided: Board approves pickleball club sign waiver

The Architectural Review Board unanimously approved a sign waiver for the Missouri Pickleball Club at 15446 Manchester Road, allowing vinyl decals on the tenant panel of the existing monument sign. The motion passed 7-0. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included approval of the agenda and prior minutes, with no public comments.

Wed Mar 5, 2025

City Council

Council to consider subdivision plat for Napoli Estates at 510 Old State Road

The City Council will hold a work session at 6:15 pm followed by a regular meeting at 7:00 pm. The main agenda item is Bill #3830, which concerns the subdivision plat for 510 and 510A Old State Road (Napoli Estates).

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✓ Decided: Council approves 19-lot subdivision at 510 Old State Road with single-story restriction

The Ellisville City Council approved the Napoli Estates subdivision plat for 19 lots at 510 and 510A Old State Road, passing Ordinance #3597. The approval includes a condition restricting homes on lots 12-18 abutting the MFS driveway to single-story. The council also approved liquor sales by Clancy's Irish Pub at the Bluebird Park Summer Concert Series, a BBQ fundraiser by the Ellisville Elks, and a detached garage at 112 Weis Avenue with a condition that any bathroom must go to the Board of Adjustment.

Wed Feb 19, 2025

City Council

February 19 City Council meeting cancelled

The regular City Council meeting scheduled for February 19, 2025, has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will occur. A work session and legislation (Bill #3830 for a subdivision plat) were originally on the agenda but are postponed.

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Wed Feb 5, 2025

City Council

✓ Decided: Council approves temporary food vendor for Stacked Coffee Café at 210 Clarkson Road

The Ellisville City Council approved a petition by Emily Kappesser to operate a temporary food vendor (Stacked Coffee Café trailer) on private property at 210 Clarkson Road in an R-1 residential district. The approval allows the trailer to be placed in the Ellisville Veterinary Hospital parking lot once a month. The vote was 5-1, with Council Member Compton dissenting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was brief and procedural.

Tue Feb 4, 2025

Economic Development Commission

Economic Development Commission to set 2025 projects and agenda

The Economic Development Commission will meet to conduct elections and establish its projects and agenda for 2025. The body will also discuss the 2025 Bluebird Business Awards.

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Mon Jan 27, 2025

Park Advisory Board

Park Board to discuss Mockingbird Park update, Ashers Playground, and Rusty Melody purchase

The Ellisville Park Board will review minutes, hear a Director's Report on upcoming events and programs, and discuss old business including an update on Mockingbird Park and the purchase of Rusty Melody. New business includes discussion of Ashers Playground. No votes or decisions are scheduled on specific items.

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Wed Jan 15, 2025

Architectural Review Board

Board to consider condominium design and masonry waiver requests

The Architectural Review Board will continue a petition for design and materials of two new condominium buildings at 180 and 401 Carmel Woods Drive, with an estimated construction cost of $9,000,000. The board will also consider a waiver to masonry requirements for the Napoli Estates Subdivision at 510 and 510A Old State Road. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes and public comments.

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✓ Decided: Board approves two new condominium buildings at Carmel Woods Drive

The Architectural Review Board approved the design and materials for two new condominium buildings at 180 and 401 Carmel Woods Drive, with a condition that no chain link fencing be used on the trash enclosure. The board also approved a waiver of masonry requirements for the Napoli Estates Subdivision at 510 and 510A Old State Road. Both approvals were unanimous.

Wed Jan 15, 2025

City Council

Council to consider rezoning and site plan for Napoli Estates at 510 Old State Road

The Ellisville City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting. Key actions include bills for rezoning and a subdivision plat for Napoli Estates at 510 Old State Road, a resolution for a funding agreement with the Ellisville Marketplace CID, and a resolution to accept a MoDOT Highway Safety Grant.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 22-lot Napoli Estates rezoning at 510 Old State Road

The Council approved the rezoning of 510 and 510A Old State Road from R-1 to R-2 and the associated site development plan for the 22-lot Napoli Estates subdivision, with amendments restricting lots 13-18 to one-story homes and requiring the developer to fund two radar speed signs. A motion to reduce the development to 19 homes failed. The subdivision plat was tabled to incorporate the amendments.

Wed Jan 8, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Commission to review 22-lot residential project at 510 Old State Road

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a petition from 510 Old State, LLC to rezone property from Single-Family Residential (R-1) to Planned Residential (R-2). The body will also review a site development plan and subdivision plat for 22 lots. This item was referred back to the commission by the Council for further study.

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