Olivette public meetings in 2025

Planning & Community Design Commission

The Planning and Community Design Commission will consider a text amendment for the Light Industrial District regarding data centers. The body will also review petitions for a new home and accessory structures at two residential properties.

• Text Amendment to the LID Light Industrial District regarding Data Centers
• 805 Avon Court: Petition for a new single family home
• 720 Cherry Tree Lane: Petition for accessory structures with flat work exceeding 500 sf
• Discussion of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan

The Planning & Community Design Commission unanimously approved the site plan, community design, and stormwater management review for a new single‑family home at 805 Avon Court. It also unanimously approved a petition for additional rear‑yard flatwork at 720 Cherry Tree Lane. No action was taken on the proposed text amendment to the Light Industrial District for data centers.

• Approved site plan, community design, and stormwater review for 720 Cherry Tree Lane flatwork (4-0)
• Approved site plan, community design, and stormwater review for new single‑family home at 805 Avon Court (4-0)
• Tabled text amendment to LID Light Industrial District regarding data centers (no vote)

City Council

The Olivette City Council will conduct a second reading of Bill #3055, amending the city’s salaried employees’ retirement plan. A second reading of Bill #3054 will update the Public Works Mutual Aid Agreement. The council will also consider Resolution #2025-264 to lease Stacy Park from the City of St. Louis. Additional items include a monthly financial report for November 2025 and a purchase request for a LifePak 35 cardiac monitor.

• Bill #3054 – Public Works Mutual Aid Agreement Update (second reading)
• Bill #3055 – Amendment #3 to the salaried employees’ retirement plan (second reading)
• Resolution #2025-264 – Lease agreement for Stacy Park with the City of St. Louis
• Purchase of a LifePak 35 cardiac monitor
• Monthly Financial Report – November 2025

The Olivette City Council voted to approve Bill #3054, repealing Ordinance #2549 and authorizing the City Manager to execute a Public Works Emergency Response Mutual Aid Agreement. The council also passed Bill #3055 amending the city’s salaried employees’ retirement plan, approved a lease for Stacy Park with the City of St. Louis, and authorized the purchase of a Life Pak 35 Cardiac Monitor. All motions passed with four yea votes and one member absent.

• Approved Bill #3054 emergency mutual‑aid ordinance (4-0)
• Approved Bill #3055 amendment to salaried employees’ retirement plan (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-264 lease agreement for Stacy Park (4-0)
• Authorized purchase of Life Pak 35 Cardiac Monitor up to $59,483.54 (4-0)
• Accepted November 18, 2025 Council minutes and December 2, 2025 Work Session minutes (4-0)

Planning & Community Design Commission

The Planning & Community Design Commission will review a special‑permit petition to allow an ambulatory pharmacy at 9321 Olive Blvd, the former US Bank building. The petitioner is George M. Stock, P.E., of Stock & Associates Consulting Engineers, Inc., and the property owner is Artori Group. Staff reports include site‑improvement and building plans, a text amendment to the Light Industrial District for data centers, an E‑W Gateway Cog Resources report, and an update on the 2024 Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also provides updates from the Director of Planning and the City Council Liaison.

• Special‑permit petition for Mercy Ambulatory Pharmacy at 9321 Olive Blvd (former US Bank building)
• Staff report on site‑improvement and building/architectural plans for the pharmacy project
• Text amendment to the Light Industrial District regarding data centers
• Staff report on E‑W Gateway Cog Resources
• Update on the 2024 Comprehensive Plan (link provided)

The Planning & Community Design Commission voted 4-0 to forward a recommendation to City Council for a Special Use Permit for Artori Group to allow Mercy Ambulatory Pharmacy to operate at 9321 Olive Boulevard. The same motion also approved the petition for Site Plan, Community Design, and Concept Stormwater Review for the property. No action was taken on the Light Industrial District text amendment for data centers; it will be reconsidered at the December 18 meeting. The meeting adjourned at 8:42 PM.

• Approved recommendation to City Council for Special Use Permit for Mercy pharmacy (4-0)
• Approved petition for Site Plan, Community Design, and Stormwater Review (4-0)
• Deferred Light Industrial District text amendment on data centers to Dec 18 meeting (no vote)
• Motion passed unanimously, 4-0

City Council

The Olivette City Council work session will discuss items raised by council members, including a request to reapply for a State Transportation Program‑S grant for the 2026 N Price Road – Old Bonhommme to Delmar project. Staff will also provide updates on the Hicks Carter matter, the city’s EE Survey Agreement, the audit, and the reserve policy. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Reapply for STP‑S grant for 2026 N Price Rd – Old Bonhommme to Delmar project
• Hicks Carter update
• EE Survey Agreement update
• Audit update
• Reserve policy update

Planning & Community Design Commission

The Planning & Community Design Commission will spend 30 minutes reviewing implementation priorities of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update. It will continue an old‑business design review of the 4‑story, 128‑room Courtyard by Marriott at 8950 Olive Crossing (Lot 6). New‑business petitions include a single‑family home at 4 Homestead Acres Street, a special permit for an ambulatory pharmacy at 9321 Olive Blvd, and a text amendment to the LID Light Industrial District for data centers. The meeting also includes reports from the Director of Planning and the City Council Liaison.

• 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update discussion (30 minutes)
• Design Review of 8950 Olive Crossing (Lot 6) Courtyard by Marriott – 4‑story, 128‑room hotel
• Community Design petition for new single‑family home at 4 Homestead Acres Street
• Special Permit petition for ambulatory pharmacy at 9321 Olive Blvd (former US Bank building)
• Text amendment to the LID Light Industrial District regarding data centers

The Planning & Community Design Commission unanimously approved the design review for the 4‑story Marriott hotel at 8950 Olive Crossing, adding a six‑foot barrier condition and final elevation changes. The commission also approved a community design and stormwater management review for a new single‑family home at 4 Homestead Acres Street, passing 4‑1. No action was taken on the Mercy Ambulatory Pharmacy project at 9321 Olive Boulevard, and a text amendment concerning data centers in the Light Industrial District was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved design review for 4‑story Marriott hotel at 8950 Olive Crossing (5‑0)
• Approved community design and concept stormwater review for new single‑family home at 4 Homestead Acres Street (4‑1)
• No action taken on Mercy Ambulatory Pharmacy project at 9321 Olive Boulevard (deferred)
• Deferred text amendment to LID Light Industrial District regarding Data Centers (deferred to next meeting)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Olivette Parks & Recreation Commission will consider a recommendation to approve the October 15, 2025 regular meeting minutes. It will hear an annual report on the city’s summer camp programs and receive updates from several work‑group projects, including Dark Sky certification and the Green Team. A monthly update on the Five Oaks on Warson facility at 1200 N Warson Rd will be presented, followed by reports from the City Council liaison and the Parks & Recreation Department. The agenda also lists upcoming community events and future agenda topics for 2026.

• Approve October 15, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Summer Camp Annual Report presentation
• Five Oaks on Warson monthly update (1200 N Warson Rd)
• Parks & Recreation Department monthly report (Recreation and Park divisions)
• Upcoming community events such as Snowman Building Contest and Turkey Trot

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a special permit for a restaurant. The body is also considering updates to a mutual aid agreement and a salaried employees' retirement plan.

• Bill #3053: Special permit for The Taste of Jiang Nan restaurant at 9538 Olive Boulevard
• Bill #3054: Update to Public Works Mutual Aid Agreement
• Bill #3055: Amendment to the salaried employees' retirement plan
• Demolition of structure at 9201 Olive Blvd for Olive Intersections Improvement Project
• Surplus declaration of a 2022 Dodge Charger and 1977 Vermeer Stump Grinder

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a presentation by the City Attorney and staff on the Board’s roles and procedures, followed by a question‑and‑answer session. The meeting will also include the usual roll call, review of minutes, election of officers, and adjournment. No specific zoning applications or contracts are on the agenda.

• Review and discussion with City Attorney on Board roles and procedures
• Review of meeting minutes
• Election of officers

Pension Board / Board of Trustees for Retirement Plan for Salaried Employees

The Pension Board will review the actuarial report dated January 1 2025 and the third‑quarter 2025 Marquette financial performance. It will also discuss the principal contract for the retirement plan. The meeting includes routine items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and adjournment.

• Discussion of actuarial report dated 1/1/2025
• Review of Marquette third‑quarter 2025 financial report
• Discussion of principal contract for the pension plan
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Roll call

Planning & Community Design Commission

The Planning & Community Design Commission will review an old‑business petition for a design review of a 4‑story, 128‑room Courtyard by Marriott hotel at 8950 Olive Crossing (Lot 6). It will also consider several new‑business petitions, including a fence placement variation at 715 North Price Road and residential site‑plan requests at 9658 La Jolla Drive, 13 Crosswinds Drive, and 9552 Old Bonhomme Road. The meeting includes updates from the Director of Planning and the City Council Liaison before adjourning.

• Design Review – 4‑story, 128‑room Courtyard by Marriott hotel, 8950 Olive Crossing (Lot 6)
• Site Plan – fence placement variation, 715 North Price Road
• Community Design – convert carport to two‑car enclosed garage, 9658 La Jolla Drive
• Community Design – new single‑family dwelling unit, 13 Crosswinds Drive
• Community Design – new single‑family dwelling unit, 9552 Old Bonhomme Road

The Planning & Community Design Commission approved a 4‑foot white ornamental aluminum fence at 715 North Price Road by a 4‑2 vote. It also approved a 556.5‑sq‑ft residential garage addition at 9658 La Jolla Drive by a unanimous 6‑0 vote. Finally, the commission approved a new single‑family home at 13 Crosswinds Drive by a unanimous 6‑0 vote. The Courtyard by Marriott hotel item was not acted upon and will be revisited at the next meeting.

• Approved 4‑foot fence at 715 North Price Road (4-2)
• Approved 556.5‑sq‑ft garage addition at 9658 La Jolla Drive (6-0)
• Approved new single‑family home at 13 Crosswinds Drive (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss priorities for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan community goals. Members will also review a draft policy for Neighborhood Improvement Districts (NID).

• Discussion of 2024 Comprehensive Plan community goal priorities
• Review of Draft Neighborhood Improvement District (NID) Policy

Land Clearance/Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will meet to review financial reports and the 2026 Board meeting schedule. The body is scheduled to vote on Resolution No. 1454 regarding the FY 2026 budget. The meeting may include an executive session to discuss personnel, real estate, or litigation.

• Vote on Olivette Housing Authority FY 2026 Budget (Resolution No. 1454)
• Public Housing Performance Report
• Real Estate Development Report
• 2026 Board Meeting Schedule

City Council

The Olivette City Council will consider Bill #3053, an ordinance that would grant EZ Storage Olivette, LLC a special permit to operate a 3,7772‑square‑foot full‑service restaurant called The Taste of Jiang Nan at 9538 Olive Boulevard, located in the COR commercial district. The meeting also includes routine staff reports, financial and investment reports, and a hearing from citizens, followed by a vote on accepting the October 14 council minutes.

• Bill #3053 – ordinance authorizing a special permit for EZ Storage Olivette, LLC to operate The Taste of Jiang Nan restaurant (3,7772 sq ft) at 9538 Olive Blvd, zoned COR
• Monthly Financial Report – September 2025
• Quarterly Investment Report – Q3 2025
• Staff reports: OPD Monthly Action Report, FD Monthly Report, OPRD Report, PW Status Report, SR Planning and Community Development
• Public hearing from citizens and review/acceptance of council minutes

Economic Development Commission

The Olivette Economic Development Commission will discuss its 5‑Year Economic Development Plan, present 2025 business license data, and examine vacant and distressed parcels along the Olive Boulevard corridor. The commission will also update the Business Communications Plan and elect officers for the 2025‑2026 session. No formal decisions beyond officer elections are indicated.

• Review of the EDC 5‑Year Economic Development Plan
• Presentation of 2025 business license data (Goal 1: Expand Business and Industry)
• Discussion of vacancies and problem properties along the Olive Boulevard corridor (Goal 2: Position Olivette for Economic Growth)
• Update to the Business Communications Plan and outreach efforts
• Election of officers to serve the 2025‑2026 EDC session

The Economic Development Commission met with a quorum and reviewed the 5‑year plan and business license data. Commissioners expressed interest in a future closed‑session meeting and decided to distribute a poll to select a date. The election of officers was postponed until more commissioners are present. The meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m.

• Poll to be distributed among commissioners to select a closed‑session meeting date
• Election of officers postponed until additional commissioners are present

Planning & Community Design Commission

The Planning & Community Design Commission will consider three new‑business petitions: a design review for a 4‑story, 128‑room Courtyard by Marriott hotel at 8950 Olive Crossing (Lot 6), a community design review for an enclosed accessory structure at 820 North Price Road, and a special permit for the Taste of Jaing Nan restaurant at 9538 Olive Blvd. The meeting will also include updates on rooftop solar panel installations at 2 Carter Ct and 6 Bon Hills Dr and a review of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan. Reports will be given by the Director of Planning and Community Development and the City Council Liaison.

• Design Review – 4‑story, 128‑room Courtyard by Marriott hotel at 8950 Olive Crossing (Lot 6)
• Community Design Review – Enclosed accessory structure at 820 North Price Road
• Special Permit Review – Taste of Jaing Nan restaurant at 9538 Olive Blvd
• Rooftop solar panel installations at 2 Carter Ct and 6 Bon Hills Dr
• 2024 Comprehensive Plan update

The Planning & Community Design Commission reviewed a revised proposal for a detached accessory structure with a garage and upper‑level dwelling at 820 North Price Road. After discussion of massing, height, and stormwater concerns, the commission voted to approve the site plan, community design, and concept stormwater management review. The motion passed 5‑1.

• Preliminary design review only for Courtyard by Marriott hotel (no action taken)
• Approved site plan, community design, and stormwater review for 820 North Price Road accessory structure (5‑1)
• Special use permit for Taste of Jiang Nan restaurant not approved pending required documentation

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will discuss progress on the annual work plan and review a draft of the 2026 meeting dates. The body will also receive operational updates for Five Oaks on Warson and reports from the Parks & Recreation Department.

• Review of draft 2026 PARC meeting schedule
• Progress update on DarkSky International UNSP Certification
• Five Oaks on Warson monthly operations update
• Discussion of outreach events including Harvest Festival (Oct 25) and Turkey Trot (Nov 27)
• Recommendation to approve September 17, 2025 meeting minutes

The commission approved the September 17, 2025 meeting minutes with a 4‑0 vote. It also approved the 2026 PARC meeting schedule, changing the March meeting from the 18th to the 11th, also by a 4‑0 vote. No other formal actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved September 17, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved 2026 PARC meeting dates, moving March 18 to March 11 (4-0)

City Council

The Olivette City Council will consider upfitting one administrative and one patrol vehicle while decommissioning another administrative and patrol vehicle. The council will also review a request to declare the out‑of‑service Mitel phone system surplus for sale, donation, or disposal. An application for a liquor license for The Brass Tap at 9091 Olive Crossing, Suite 100 will be considered, along with a picnic license for the Harvest Festival on October 25 at Five Oaks on Warson and Warson Park. The meeting includes routine items such as acceptance of prior meeting minutes.

• Upfitting one admin vehicle and one patrol vehicle; decommissioning one admin and one patrol vehicle
• Request to declare the Mitel phone system surplus for sale, donation, or scrapping
• Application for a liquor license for The Brass Tap, 9091 Olive Crossing, Suite 100
• Picnic license recommendation for the Harvest Festival on Oct. 25, 2025 at Five Oaks on Warson and Warson Park
• Review and acceptance of council minutes from September 25, 2025

The Olivette City Council approved a multi‑part agreement to upfit police vehicles, remove decals, and purchase miscellaneous items, with a total cost not to exceed $12,650. The council also approved the surplus disposal of a 2017 Mitel phone system, issued a liquor license to The Brass Tap for 2025‑2026, and granted a picnic license for the Harvest Festival. All motions passed unanimously among the three voting members.

• Approved police vehicle upfitting agreement (Ad Graphix decals $850, Lights and Sirens Guys upfitting $11,500, WeatherTech items $300) (3-0)
• Approved surplus of Mitel phone system (Asset #06958) for auction or scrap (3-0)
• Authorized City Clerk to issue liquor license to The Brass Tap (KP Midwestern, LLC) for 2025‑2026 (3-0)
• Approved Harvest Festival picnic license for October 25, 2025 in Warson Park (3-0)
• Accepted September 25, 2025 Council minutes and October 7, 2025 Work Session minutes (3-0)

City Council

The Olivette City Council held a work session on October 7, 2025. Council members reviewed the updated council goals and discussed how those goals align with the city's 2024 Comprehensive Plan. No formal actions were listed on the agenda.

• Update on Council Goals
• Discussion of Council Goals related to the 2024 Comprehensive Plan

The Olivette City Council met via videoconferencing and in‑person on October 7, 2025. Members reviewed the Council goals from the 2024 Comprehensive Plan and will rank those goals for the next work session. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

City Council

The Olivette City Council will hold a second reading of Bill #3052, which sets the 2025 property tax rates for residential, commercial, and personal property. The council will also review and accept the August 2025 Monthly Financial Report and hear public comments from citizens. Staff reports on planning, police, fire, and other departments will be presented, and the meeting may adjourn to a closed session for attorney‑client privileged matters.

• Second reading of Bill #3052: residential tax $1.014, commercial $1.166, personal property $1.420 per $100 valuation
• Review and acceptance of the Monthly Financial Report for August 2025
• Staff reports including Planning and Community Development, Police, OPD, and Fire Department updates
• Public hearing segment for citizen comments, both in‑person and via Zoom or email
• Executive closed session to discuss attorney‑client privilege matters under Missouri law

The council voted to adopt Bill #3052, fixing the annual tax levy rate for 2025, which became Ordinance #2822. The council also approved the minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting, entered an executive session, and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved Bill #3052 tax levy ordinance (5-0)
• Bill #3052 became Ordinance #2822 (5-0)
• Accepted September 9, 2025 council minutes (5-0)
• Entered executive session (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

Planning & Community Design Commission

The Planning & Community Design Commission will consider a petition to amend the site plan for 15 Stacy Drive by adding an inground pool. The commission will also discuss updates to the 2024 Comprehensive Plan, regulations for child day‑care services, accessory structures (including ADUs, short‑term rentals, and solar panels), and potential changes to front‑yard fence rules. Additional staff reports on residential driveway regulations will be reviewed, and the commission will receive updates on planning activity and city council matters.

• Amendment petition for 15 Stacy Drive to add an inground pool (site plan, community design, stormwater management)
• Discussion of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan update
• Discussion of regulations governing child day‑care services
• Discussion of accessory structure regulations, covering stormwater criteria, heights, ADUs, short‑term rentals, and solar panels
• Discussion of potential updates to front‑yard fence regulations

The Planning & Community Design Commission unanimously approved a petition to amend the site plan, community design, and stormwater management review for 15 Stacy Drive to permit an in‑ground swimming pool and associated flatwork, subject to staff conditions. The motion passed 5‑0. The meeting also included work‑session discussions on the 2024 Comprehensive Plan, child‑care parcel sizing, accessory structure regulations, and short‑term rentals. Front‑yard fence and residential driveway regulations were deferred.

• Approved amendment for 15 Stacy Drive to permit in‑ground pool (5‑0)
• Deferred front yard fence regulations
• Deferred residential driveway regulations

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission will receive progress updates on the Annual Work Plan and monthly reports for Five Oaks on Warson and the Parks & Recreation Department. The meeting includes a recommendation to approve the August 20, 2025 minutes.

• Olive and Old Bonhomme ADA Sidewalk Project progress update
• DarkSky International UNSP Certification progress update
• Five Oaks on Warson membership and rental statistics
• eBicycles and MTDs working group update
• 60th Anniversary Event updates

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the regular meeting minutes from August 20, 2025 with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. No other motions were adopted during the meeting.

• Approved August 20, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a first reading and public hearing regarding the 2025 annual tax levy rates. The body will also consider a second reading of zoning regulations for tree protection and replacement.

• Bill #3052: Proposed 2025 tax rates of $1.044 residential, $1.146 commercial, and $1.451 personal property per $100 valuation
• Bill #3051: Second reading of zoning amendments for Tree Inventory, Protection, and Replacement
• Resolution 2025-263: Proposed amendment to the Salaried Employees Pension Plan Investment Policy Statement
• Police Department request to purchase two hand-held radios
• Police Department personnel updates: Nate Corley promoted to Corporal and Nate Perry hired as Patrol Officer

The council voted to adopt Bill #3051, creating a Tree Inventory ordinance (now Ordinance #2821). It also approved a pension investment policy amendment, authorized purchase of two Motorola radios for up to $10,510, and accepted the August 26 and September 2 meeting minutes. The first reading of Bill #3052 was held with a second reading scheduled for September 25.

• Approved Bill #3051 Tree Inventory ordinance (4-0 yea)
• Held first reading of Bill #3052 tax levy ordinance (no vote, second reading set for 9/25)
• Approved Resolution #2025-263 pension investment policy amendment (4-0 yea)
• Authorized purchase of two Motorola APX6000 radios up to $10,510 (4-0 yea)
• Accepted August 26 and September 2 council minutes (4-0 yea)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0 yea)

Planning & Community Design Commission

The Planning and Community Design Commission will hold a work session to review land use policies. No formal actions will be taken during this meeting. The body will discuss potential updates to city regulations regarding residential properties and child care services.

• Discussion of regulations governing child day care services
• Proposed updates to accessory structure regulations and uses
• Discussion of potential updates to residential front yard fence regulations
• Discussion of potential updates to residential driveway regulations
• Review of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan

The Planning and Community Design Commission met as a work session to discuss the 2024 Comprehensive Plan and several regulatory topics. Commissioners reviewed community goals, child‑care parcel sizing, accessory‑structure and front‑yard fence guidelines, and residential driveway criteria. The conversation on accessory‑structure heights was tabled for a later meeting. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

• Accessory‑structure height discussion – tabled for later commission meeting
• Residential driveway criteria – staff will continue work and present recommendations later

City Council

The Olivette City Council will hold a work session to discuss property tax issues and Neighborhood Improvement Districts (NIDs). No formal decisions are listed on this agenda, which is primarily procedural.

The Olivette City Council held a work session on September 2, 2025, hearing public comments on townhome development. Staff presented on property tax basics and Neighborhood Improvement Districts. The Council instructed staff to draft a Neighborhood Improvement District policy for future consideration. The meeting was adjourned at 8:52 p.m.

• Directed staff to draft Neighborhood Improvement District policy (no vote recorded)

Land Clearance/Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the draft audit report for the year ending 2024 and financial reports. The board is also scheduled to vote on the 2026 Annual PHA Plan and the 2030 Capital Fund Action Plan.

• Draft Audit Report for year ending 2024 by Novogradac & Co., LLP
• Resolution No. 1449 regarding Olivette Public Housing Write-Offs Q2
• Annual PHA Plan (2026)
• Capital Fund Action Plan (2030)
• Public Housing Performance Report

City Council

The City Council will conduct a first reading and public hearing on an ordinance to regulate tree inventory and protection during residential construction. The body will also consider updates to building regulations and several equipment purchases for the fire department.

• Bill #3051: Proposed zoning amendment for tree inventory, protection, and replacement
• Bill #3050: Second reading of an ordinance adding general provisions to building regulations
• Purchase request for four sets of structural firefighting gear
• Purchase request for two Motorola APX 8000 HXE radios
• Purchase request for an automated CPR device for the fire department

The Olivette City Council adopted Bill #3050, amending Chapter 500 of the Municipal Code. It also approved purchases of four structural fire‑fighting gear sets, two Motorola radios, and an automated CPR device. The council accepted the August 12 minutes, held an executive session, and adjourned. Staff were directed to prepare an amended draft of the tree‑protection ordinance (Bill #3051) for the September 9 meeting.

• Approved Bill #3050 ordinance amendment (4-0-1)
• Approved purchase of four structural fire‑fighting gear sets (≤$18,000) (4-0-1)
• Approved purchase of two Motorola APX 8000 HXE radios (≤$18,000) (4-0-1)
• Approved purchase of automated CPR device ($25,669.76) (4-0-1)
• Accepted August 12, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved executive session (4-0-1)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0-1)
• Council consensus to have staff prepare amended draft of Bill #3051 for September 9 meeting

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will discuss its 5-year plan, review 2025 business license data, and address vacant properties along Olive Boulevard. Officers for the 2025-2026 session will also be elected. The meeting includes routine reports and public comments.

• Review of 2025 business license data under Goal 1: Expand Business and Industry
• Discussion of distressed and underperforming parcels along Olive Boulevard corridor under Goal 2: Position Olivette for Economic Growth
• Election of officers for the 2025-2026 EDC session
• Presentation of EDC 5-Year Economic Development Plan
• Public comments and meeting minutes review

The commission voted to postpone the election of officers until additional commissioners can attend. The meeting was then adjourned at 8:19 p.m. No meeting minutes were presented during the session.

• Postponed election of EDC officers (decision to delay until more commissioners are present)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:19 PM (motion to adjourn approved)

Planning & Community Design Commission

The Planning and Community Design Commission will review a text amendment to establish tree inventory and replacement standards. The body will also consider a solar panel installation and discuss updates to residential regulations.

• Text Amendment: Proposed Article XXIII for Tree Inventory, Preservation, and Replacement
• Minor Site Plan Review: Rooftop solar panel installation at 31 Heather Hill Lane
• Discussion: Redevelopment of 9270 Olive Blvd as a child daycare center
• Discussion: Proposed updates to accessory structure, front yard fence, and residential driveway regulations
• Election of Commission Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Olivette Parks & Recreation Commission meets to approve past minutes, present the annual Five Oaks on Warson customer survey results, reorganize leadership by electing a chair and vice chair, and receive updates on work plans, facility operations, and upcoming programs.

• Approval of June 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Presentation of Five Oaks on Warson annual customer survey results by TJ Beezley
• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Annual Work Plan progress updates on DarkSky certification and outreach events

The commission approved the June 18, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. Sue Rich was elected chairperson by a 6‑0 vote. Bill Hansen was elected vice chairperson by a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved June 18, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Elected Sue Rich as Chairperson (6-0)
• Elected Bill Hansen as Vice Chairperson (6-0)

City Council

The Olivette City Council will hold its regular meeting to discuss two proposed ordinances: one to regulate the operation of alternative vehicles like electric bicycles on city streets and in parks, and another to add general provisions to building regulations. The council will also vote on purchasing two police vehicles and approving uniforms for the 2025 Youth Soccer League.

• Second reading of Bill #3048 to amend city code for alternative vehicle regulations (electric bicycles, etc.)
• First reading of Bill #3050 to add general provisions to Title V Building and Construction codes
• Approval to purchase two Dodge Durango police vehicles for FY26
• Authorization to buy 2025 Youth Soccer League uniforms from Score Sports
• Acceptance of minutes from the July 22, 2025 council meeting

The council passed Bill #3048, amending Chapters 240 and 375 to define and regulate alternative vehicles, making it Ordinance #2819. It also appointed members to the Parks and Recreation Commission and the Zoning Board of Adjustment, and authorized purchases of two police Dodge Durangos (up to $89,000) and youth soccer uniforms (up to $14,360). Minutes from July 22 and the August 5 work session were accepted, and an executive session was held for attorney‑client privilege matters.

• Approved Bill #3048 (alternative vehicles ordinance) (5-0)
• Appointed Paul Carey to Parks and Recreation Commission, term to 2027 (5-0)
• Appointed Ronaldo Luna to Zoning Board of Adjustment, term to 2029 (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of two Dodge Durango police vehicles, not to exceed $89,000.00 (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of 2025 youth soccer league uniforms, not to exceed $14,360.00 (5-0)
• Accepted July 22 and August 5 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved executive session on attorney‑client privilege matters (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Planning & Community Design Commission

The Planning and Community Design Commission will hold a work session and consider a text amendment regarding tree protection, preservation, and replacement. The proposal seeks to add a new section to the Chapter 400 Zoning Ordinance to establish procedures for limiting and mitigating tree removal.

• Proposed text amendment for Tree Protection, Preservation, and Replacement
• Proposed new section in Chapter 400 Zoning Ordinance (Article XXII Tree Inventory, Protection, and Replacement)

The Planning and Community Design Commission reviewed a revised text amendment covering tree inventory, protection, and replacement. The commission decided the lot‑size based method for determining replacement trees is the clearest and most understandable approach. No formal action on the amendment will be taken until further revisions are completed before the next meeting on August 21.

• Commission decided the lot‑size method for tree replacement calculations is preferred
• No action taken on the text amendment; further revisions required before approval
• Agreed replacement plantings should not occur during July‑August or January‑February
• City may provide three or more recommended arborists

Pension Board / Board of Trustees for Retirement Plan for Salaried Employees

The Board of Trustees for Retirement Plan for Salaried Employees will meet to approve previous minutes and review a financial report from Marquette. This meeting focuses on the status of the city's salaried employee retirement plan.

• Approval of May 1, 2025, meeting minutes
• Review of Marquette Financial Update (2Q25 AA Sheet)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to interview applicants for boards and commissions. The meeting also includes planning for a tentative council meeting on September 25, 2025.

• Board and commission applicant interviews

The council interviewed candidates for vacancies on the Zoning Board of Adjustment and the Parks and Recreation Commission. They discussed the appointments but did not make any formal decisions. The council scheduled a tentative meeting for September 25, 2025 at 4 p.m. via Zoom. The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 p.m.

Olivette Parks Foundation

The Olivette Parks Foundation will discuss its mission, vision, and goals. The body will also review funds received to date and the process for financial decision making.

• Review of funds received to date
• Discussion of financial decision making processes
• Update on soccer goals
• Discussion regarding In Body Scan
• Review of logo

City Council

The City Council will hold a second reading on regulations for alternative vehicles like electric bicycles. The body is also considering a special permit for outdoor storage at 9315 Olive Boulevard and a grant for the Great Olivette Cleanout.

• Bill #3048: Regulations for alternative vehicles and e-bicycles on streets, sidewalks, and parks
• Bill #3049: Special permit for outdoor storage at 9315 Olive Boulevard (Fisher Rosemont Systems, Inc./Emerson)
• Resolution #2025-261: Support for the Missouri Blue Shield Program
• Resolution #2025-262: Grant for The Great Olivette Cleanout using STLCO funds
• Request for approval to purchase a replacement police department server

The council approved Bill #3049, granting a special permit to Fisher Rosemont Systems for outdoor storage at 9315 Olive Boulevard. It tabled Bill #3048 on e‑bike regulations and adopted two resolutions supporting the Missouri Blue Shield program and the Great Olivette Cleanout grant. The council also authorized a server purchase up to $16,000 for the police department.

• Bill #3048 (e‑bike regulations) tabled (4-0)
• Bill #3049 (special permit for outdoor storage) approved (4-0)
• Resolution #2025-261 (support Missouri Blue Shield) approved (4-0)
• Resolution #2025-262 (grant for Great Olivette Cleanout) approved (4-0)
• Server purchase agreement up to $16,000 approved (4-0)
• Minutes from July 8, 2025 accepted (4-0)
• Executive session held (4-0)
• Meeting adjourned (4-0)

Planning & Community Design Commission

The Planning and Community Design Commission will discuss and consider a text amendment to the zoning ordinance regarding tree inventory and preservation. The meeting also includes a presentation from the City Attorney on roles and responsibilities.

• Proposed text amendment to Chapter 400 Zoning Ordinance (Article XXII) regarding tree inventory, protection, and replacement
• City Attorney Stephanie Karr presentation on roles and responsibilities
• Announcement of officer elections for the August 7, 2025 meeting

The commission met on July 17, 2025 as a work session. Presentations covered the commission’s role, review processes, and policy procedures. Items on tree protection and a text amendment were deferred to the next meeting. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings regarding two requests for side yard setback variances. These requests involve expanding a garage and adding a second-level home addition.

• 733 Lantern Lane: Request for a 6.0 ft side yard setback variance to expand an enclosed attached garage
• 1016 Dolores Avenue: Request for a 9.97 ft side yard setback variance for a second level addition

City Council

The City Council will discuss ordinances regarding the operation of alternative vehicles, such as electric bicycles, on city streets and parks. The body is also considering a special permit for outdoor storage at 9315 Olive Boulevard and the reappointment of a municipal judge.

• Bill #3048: Regulations for alternative vehicles, including electric bicycles, on streets, sidewalks, and parks
• Bill #3049: Special permit for outdoor storage at 9315 Olive Boulevard (Fisher Rosemont Systems, Inc., DBA Emerson)
• Reappointment of Judge John Paul Frisella as Municipal Judge for a 2-year term
• Agreement with Reliable Tree Service for the removal of 22 ash trees in Olivette Park locations
• Slate of 2025-2026 Board and Commission Appointments

The council voted unanimously to reappoint Judge John Paul Frisella for a two‑year term beginning August 1, 2025. It also approved the slate of board and commission appointees, authorized a tree‑removal contract up to $21,150, and accepted the June 24 and July 1 meeting minutes. First readings were given to two ordinances, and the council entered an executive session before adjourning.

• Reappointed Judge John Paul Frisella for a two‑year term (5 yea, 0 nay)
• Approved slate of board and commission appointees (5 yea, 0 nay)
• Authorized agreement with Reliable Tree Service to remove 22 ash trees, not to exceed $21,150 (5 yea, 0 nay)
• Accepted June 24 and July 1 meeting minutes (5 yea, 0 nay)
• Approved motion to hold an Executive Session (5 yea, 0 nay)
• First reading of Ordinance #3048 (Alternative Vehicles) received; second reading scheduled for July 22
• First reading of Ordinance #3049 (Special Permit for Emerson) received; second reading scheduled for July 22
• Motion to adjourn the meeting passed

Olivette Parks Foundation

The Olivette Parks Foundation is meeting to appoint officers for the term ending April 2026 and name an Executive Director. The body will also review a 2025 financial report and discuss proposed expenditures of funds.

• Appointment of officers including Chairperson Sidney Clark and Secretary Maxine Weil
• Proposal to name City Manager Jennifer Yackley as Executive Director
• Review of 2025 Finance report
• Discussion of proposed expenditure of funds
• Approval of May 28, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to interview applicants for various boards and commissions. The meeting also includes introductions of department heads.

• Board and commission applicant interviews
• Department head introductions

The Olivette City Council met on June 3, 2025 via videoconference, livestream, and in‑person. Council members interviewed candidates for vacancies on the Pension Board, Personnel Board of Appeals, and Planning and Community Design Commission. Department heads introduced themselves. The meeting adjourned at approximately 9:35 p.m. with no formal decisions recorded.

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will discuss the city's 5-year economic development plan and review 2025 business license data. The body will also address vacant and underperforming properties along the Olive Boulevard corridor and discuss business outreach efforts.

• EDC 5-Year Economic Development Plan
• Presentation of 2025 business license data
• Vacancies and problem properties along the Olive Boulevard corridor
• Business Communications Plan and outreach efforts

The Economic Development Commission presented a business license data summary and identified distressed parcels for potential redevelopment. Staff and commissioners discussed incentives, communication plans, and updates on city projects, but no approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Planning & Community Design Commission

The Planning and Community Design Commission will review several petitions for new single-family homes and an outdoor storage area. The body will also discuss potential updates to city regulations regarding trees, driveways, fences, and accessory structures.

• Special Permit Use Request for an outdoor storage area at 9315 Olive Boulevard
• New single-family home petitions for 11 St. Alfred Road, 1022 Dolores Avenue, and 7 Lisa Drive
• Rear yard flat work petition for 9486 Indian Meadows Drive
• Proposed text amendment for tree protection, preservation, and replacement
• Discussion of updated regulations for residential driveways, front yard fences, and accessory structures

The Planning & Community Design Commission approved site‑plan petitions for four new single‑family homes and a rear‑yard flatwork project, each passing unanimously (4‑0). It also voted to forward a petition for a special permit to allow four to eight freight containers for seasonal storage at 9315 Olive Boulevard to the City Council. No public comments were recorded for any item.

• Approved Site Plan, Community Design, and Stormwater Review for 11 St. Alfred Road (4-0)
• Approved Site Plan, Community Design, and Stormwater Review for 1022 Dolores Avenue (4-0)
• Approved Site Plan, Community Design, and Stormwater Review for 7 Lisa Drive (4-0)
• Approved Site Plan, Community Design, and Stormwater Review for 9468 Indian Meadows Drive rear‑yard flatwork (4-0)
• Forwarded petition for Special Permit Use (4‑8 containers) at 9315 Olive Boulevard to City Council (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider the operating budget and salary schedule for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The body is also reviewing updates to building codes and a long-term capital improvement plan.

• Bill #3047: Operating budget and salary schedule for fiscal year July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026
• Bill #3046: Adoption of 2021 International Building Codes and updated fee schedule
• Resolution 2025-260: Capital Improvement Plan for June 30, 2026 through June 30, 2035
• FY26 Encumbrance Request: $24,214 (General Fund), $154,031 (Capital Improvement Fund), and $80,000 (Stormwater/Parks Fund)

The Olivette City Council approved several items, including Ordinance #2816 updating fire and building codes, Ordinance #2817 adopting the FY 2026 budget and salary schedule, Resolution #2025-260 adopting a ten‑year Capital Improvement Plan, and $258,245 in encumbrances. All motions passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote. The council also held an executive session and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved Bill #3046 (Ordinance #2816) – fire code and building code updates (5-0)
• Approved Bill #3047 (Ordinance #2817) – FY 2026 budget and salary schedule (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-260 – ten‑year Capital Improvement Plan (5-0)
• Approved FY26 encumbrance request of $258,245 across funds (5-0)
• Held Executive Session on attorney‑client privilege and contract matters (5-0)
• Accepted corrected minutes from June 10, 2025 (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will review a Missouri Department of Transportation proposal for ADA sidewalk and signal box construction. The body will also receive reports on park habitat restoration and Five Oaks on Warson operations.

• MoDoT ADA sidewalk and signal box construction at Olive Blvd and Old Bonhomme Rd
• Park habitat restoration progress report from City Horticulturalist Brian Azcona
• DarkSky International UNSP Certification progress update
• Five Oaks on Warson membership and facility rental statistics
• Review of May 21, 2025 meeting minutes

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the regular meeting minutes from May 21, 2025 with a unanimous 4‑0 vote. No other formal actions requiring a vote were taken during the June 18, 2025 meeting. The meeting was then adjourned at 8:38 PM.

• Approved May 21, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:38 PM (motion passed)

City Council

The City Council will hold a first reading of the operating budget and salary schedule for the fiscal year starting July 1, 2025. The body is also considering updates to building codes, EMS fees, and a regional hazard mitigation plan.

• Bill #3047: First reading of the FY2026 operating budget and salary schedule
• Bill #3046: Proposed 2021 International Building Codes updates and revised fee schedule
• Bill #3045: Second reading of an amendment to the Gateway I-170 TIF Redevelopment Plan
• Resolution #2025-259: Adoption of the 2025-2030 St. Louis Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Authorization to purchase replacement doors for Villa and Irv Zeid Parks

The council unanimously approved a second amendment to the Gateway I‑170 Tax Increment Financing agreement and adopted the 2025‑2030 St. Louis Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan. It also authorized park restroom door replacements, the decommissioning of seven patrol shotguns, an increase in EMS transport and lift‑assist fees, and the decommissioning of certain fire hoses. All motions passed with five votes in favor.

• Approved Bill #3045 (second amendment to Gateway I‑170 TIF) – motion passed (5 Yea)
• Adopted Resolution #2025-259 (2025‑2030 St. Louis Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan) – motion passed (5 Yea)
• Authorized purchase of replacement doors for Irv Zeid and Villa Park restrooms – motion passed (5 Yea)
• Approved decommissioning and destruction of seven patrol shotguns – motion passed (5 Yea)
• Authorized increase in EMS transport and lift‑assist fees – motion passed (5 Yea)
• Authorized decommissioning of certain fire hoses – motion passed (5 Yea)
• Accepted Council meeting minutes from May 27, 2025 and Work Session minutes – motion passed (5 Yea)
• Adjourned meeting – motion passed (5 Yea)

Planning & Community Design Commission

The Planning and Community Design Commission will review three residential property petitions. The body will also discuss potential updates to city regulations regarding trees, accessory structures, driveways, and front yard fences.

• New single family home petition for 11 St. Alfred Road
• New single family home petition for 1022 Dolores Avenue
• Rear yard flat work petition for 9486 Indian Meadows Drive
• Proposed text amendment for tree protection, preservation, and replacement
• Discussion of updated regulations for accessory structures, residential driveways, and front yard fences

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the budget. The meeting also includes a presentation by Shaun Carr of the African American Business & Contractors Association (AABCA).

• Presentation by Shaun Carr - AABCA (African American Business & Contractors Association)
• Budget discussion

The council met on June 3, 2025 at 7:04 PM via video, livestream, and in‑person. A presentation was given by Treinnea Russell of the Advancing Business and Contractors Association. Council members discussed the FY2026 budget. No motions were adopted, denied, or tabled.

Land Clearance/Housing Authority

The Olivette Land Clearance/Housing Authority Board of Commissioners held a special meeting with only procedural items. No decisions were made; the agenda included roll call, public comments, an executive session (subject to vote), scheduling the next meeting, and adjournment.

The board voted to enter an executive session, then to exit it, and finally to adjourn. All three motions passed with unanimous support. No public comments were made.

• Entered executive session (5-0)
• Exited executive session (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to interview candidates for boards and commissions. The meeting is scheduled for May 27, 2025, at the Olivette City Center.

• Board and commission interviews

The Olivette City Council met on May 27, 2025 for a work session. The council interviewed Jenna Knatt for an architect/design vacancy on the Planning and Community Design Commission. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

City Council

The City Council will hold a second reading on increasing hourly rental rates for athletic fields. The body will also conduct a first reading of an amendment to the Gateway I-170 TIF redevelopment plan and consider a commission appointment.

• Bill #3044: Second reading to increase hourly athletic field rental rates at Stacy and Warson Parks
• Bill #3045: First reading of an amendment to the Gateway I-170 Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Redevelopment Plan
• Appointment of Jenna Knatt to the Planning and Community Design Commission
• Review of the April 2025 Monthly Financial Report

The council approved Bill #3044, amending Chapter 240.090 to establish fees for Stacy and Warson Parks athletic fields. They appointed Jenna Knatt to fill the mid‑term vacancy on the Planning and Community Design Commission. The council also accepted the May 13 and May 20 meeting minutes, entered an executive session, and adjourned.

• Approved Bill #3044 establishing athletic field fees (passed 4-0)
• Appointed Jenna Knatt to the Planning and Community Design Commission (passed 4-0)
• Accepted May 13 and May 20 council minutes (passed 4-0)
• Held executive session on attorney‑client privilege and contract matters (passed 4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (passed 4-0)

Land Clearance/Housing Authority

The Housing Authority of the City of Olivette Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting. The session is dedicated to discussing the potential creation of a non-profit.

• Discussion of potential creation of a non-profit

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will meet May 21 at Five Oaks on Warson to discuss the inaugural annual fee schedule before it goes to Council and hear a habitat restoration presentation. The group will also receive updates on work plans, upcoming 60th anniversary events, and monthly operations at Five Oaks.

• Review of inaugural annual fee schedule (OPRD FEE SCHEDULE 2025 V1.PDF) prior to Council submission
• Special presentation on Olivette Parks Habitat Restoration by City Horticulturist Brian Azcona
• Progress updates on IDA UNSP Certification, Field Fee Ordinance, and eBicycle Ordinance
• Update on 60th anniversary activities including Historical Photo Show, Saints Throwback, Eighties Movie Night, and Trivia Night
• Monthly update on Five Oaks on Warson operations including Membership Dashboard and Facility Rental Statistics

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the April 16, 2025 meeting minutes with a 5‑0 vote. The City Horticulturalist presentation was postponed to June. No other proposals were approved or denied, and the meeting adjourned at 8:41 p.m.

• Approved April 16, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Postponed City Horticulturalist presentation to June
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a special work session to discuss the budget. No other specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Budget discussion

The council held a work session on May 20, 2025, during which members and staff discussed the FY26 budget. No motions, votes, or formal decisions were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 8:25 p.m.

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a retreat. No specific votes or public hearings are listed on the agenda. The body may adjourn to closed session for legal, real estate, personnel, or audit matters.

Planning & Community Design Commission

The Planning and Community Design Commission will review site plans for two new single-family homes. The body will also discuss proposed text amendments regarding tree protection and accessory structure regulations.

• Site plan review for new single family home at 15 Bon Aire Drive
• Site plan review for new single family home at 11 St. Alfred Road
• Proposed text amendment for Tree Protection, Preservation, and Replacement
• Proposed updates to accessory structure regulations

The Planning & Community Design Commission approved the site plan, community design, and stormwater management review for a new single‑family home at 15 Bon Aire Drive, with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. The approval is subject to staff conditions noted in the May 15, 2025 memorandum. The items for 11 St. Alfred Road and accessory‑structure regulations were deferred. Staff will revise the tree‑protection text amendment and return it for further commission input.

• Approved site plan, community design, and stormwater review for 15 Bon Aire Drive (5-0)
• Deferred 11 St. Alfred Road new single‑family home pending attorney comments
• Deferred discussion on accessory structure regulations
• Staff to clean up tree‑protection text amendment and bring it back for input

City Council

This is a procedural work session. The Council will conduct interviews for board and commission vacancies. No legislation or contracts are on the agenda. The meeting may adjourn to closed session for legal, real estate, or personnel matters.

• Board and Commission Interviews

City Council

The Olivette City Council will vote on Resolution 2025-258 to ratify the purchase of property at 9201 Olive Blvd for the Price Road/Olive Blvd road project and authorize its closing. They will also hold the first reading of Bill #3044, which would increase hourly athletic field rental rates at Stacy and Warson Parks, and consider a contract with Snapcom, LLC for a new telephone system. The meeting includes the swearing in of Council Member Bryan Lewis and public comment periods.

• Resolution 2025-258 to ratify purchase of property at 9201 Olive Blvd for Price Road/Olive Blvd road project
• First reading of Bill #3044 to amend hourly athletic field rental rates at Stacy and Warson Parks
• Request to enter into contract with Snapcom, LLC for new telephone system and equipment
• Swearing in of Council Member Bryan Lewis
• Public comment periods (hearing from citizens)

The council voted unanimously to approve Resolution #2025-258, authorizing the purchase of the property at 9201 Olive Blvd. for a road project. They also approved a contract with Snapcom Telecom and scheduled a second reading of Bill #3044 on May 27. The meeting minutes from April 22 and May 6 were accepted, and the council moved to an executive session before adjourning.

• Approved Resolution #2025-258 to purchase 9201 Olive Blvd. (5-0)
• Approved contract with Snapcom Telecom (5-0)
• Scheduled second reading of Bill #3044 on May 27 (5-0)
• Approved acceptance of April 22 and May 6 minutes (5-0)
• Approved move to Executive Session (5-0)
• Approved adjournment of meeting (5-0)

City Council

The Olivette City Council will hold a work session to discuss the city budget and review renewals and vacancies for boards and commissions. A closed executive session is scheduled to discuss real estate, personnel, and contract matters. No votes are expected, as this is a work session.

• Review of Board and Commission Renewals and Vacancies with attached documents
• Budget Discussion
• Executive (Closed) Session for real estate, personnel, and negotiated contracts
• Future Dates and Upcoming City Events

The council approved holding a Special Budget Work Session on May 20. It also approved the Olivette Night Out event scheduled for June 19. Council members agreed to let the Pension Board chair and the City Manager discuss the principal contract with the City Attorney. A motion to move into an executive session on real estate, personnel, and contract matters passed unanimously.

• Approved Special Budget Work Session on May 20 (no vote tally recorded)
• Approved Olivette Night Out event on June 19 (no vote tally recorded)
• Allowed Pension Board chair and City Manager to discuss principal contract with City Attorney (no vote tally recorded)
• Motion to hold Executive Session passed (5 yea, 0 nay)

Planning & Community Design Commission

The Planning and Community Design Commission will discuss two proposed text amendments: one establishing procedures for tree removal mitigation, and another updating accessory structure regulations. The Commission will also consider two new single-family home petitions: a continued review of 15 Bon Aire Drive and a first review of 11 St. Alfred Road. Staff reports and City Council updates are scheduled.

• Discussion of proposed text amendment on Tree Protection, Preservation, and Replacement (initial draft March 6, 2025)
• Discussion of proposed updates to accessory structure regulations
• Old Business: Site plan, community design, and concept stormwater review for new single-family home at 15 Bon Aire Drive (Oleg Construction, LLC)
• New Business: Community design, site plan, and concept stormwater review for new single-family home at 11 St. Alfred Road (Jennifer Bierling and Jeff Eichholz)
• Reports from Planning Director and City Council Liaison

The commission deferred the 15 Bon Aire Drive single‑family home item because the developer and subdivision representative are still finalizing design details; the item will be placed on the May 15 agenda. No motion was taken on the 11 St. Alfred Road project, and staff will address the retaining‑wall, easement and storm‑water concerns before a motion is considered at a future meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of public comments, updates on code adoption, tree‑protection discussion, and other reports.

• Deferred 15 Bon Aire Drive single‑family home item to May 15 agenda

Pension Board / Board of Trustees for Retirement Plan for Salaried Employees

The Pension Board will hold a routine meeting to approve prior minutes and review a financial update from Marquette Associates on the retirement plan's first-quarter 2025 performance. No votes on benefit changes or funding actions are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from the February 6, 2025 meeting
• Review of Marquette Associates' quarterly report covering 1Q25 investment performance and search results

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the February 6, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved moving forward with the recommended investment changes presented by Marquette Associates. Finally, the board unanimously approved forwarding the investment policy changes to the City Council.

• Approved February 6, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved recommended investment changes (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding investment policy changes to City Council (unanimous)

Land Clearance/Housing Authority

The Olivette Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will meet to approve minutes, receive reports from the executive director and finance director, and may enter executive session. The executive director's report includes an update on a HUD Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) task force audit request for possible payments to deceased tenants and impacts of federal policy changes. The board will also review the 2024 annual report and first quarter 2025 performance report.

• Discussion of HUD DOGE task force audit request regarding possible payments for deceased tenants
• Review of 2024 annual report and first quarter 2025 performance report
• Approval of financial statements for period ending February 28, 2025
• Potential executive session to discuss personnel, real estate, or litigation
• Update on changes to HUD's Equal Access Rule affecting administrative procedures

The board approved the minutes from the February 25, 2025 meeting and the financial reports for the period ending February 28, 2025. It voted to enter an executive session, then later voted to exit that session. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved minutes of Feb. 25, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved financial reports for period ending Feb. 28, 2025 (unanimous)
• Entered executive session (unanimous)
• Exited executive session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

This is a procedural meeting consisting only of a closed executive session. The council will discuss attorney-client privilege matters and real estate matters as permitted by Missouri law. No open session items or public votes are scheduled.

City Council

The City Council will meet to reorganize the council for the 2025-2026 term and review candidates for commission appointments. The body will also review monthly financial reports and the first quarter investment report of 2025.

• Council Reorganization 2025-2026
• Appointments for EDC and PARC commissions
• Monthly Financial Report for March 2025
• Quarterly Investment Report for 2025 Q1

The Olivette City Council elected Sidney Clark as mayor and Maxine Weil as Chairman Pro‑tem. It appointed Cole Donelson to the Economic Development Commission and Daniel Buchalter to the Parks and Recreation Commission, and named Mike Ferguson as City Treasurer. The Council also designated the Countian as the official newspaper and accepted the certified April 8, 2025 election results and the April 8 meeting minutes.

• Appointed Cole Donelson to the Economic Development Commission (5-0)
• Appointed Daniel Buchalter to the Parks and Recreation Commission (5-0)
• Accepted certification of the April 8, 2025 election results (5-0)
• Elected Sidney Clark as mayor (4-0)
• Elected Maxine Weil as Chairman Pro‑tem (4-0)
• Appointed Mike Ferguson as City Treasurer (4-0)
• Designated the Countian as the official newspaper (4-0)
• Accepted the April 8, 2025 Council meeting minutes (4-0)

Planning & Community Design Commission

The Olivette Planning and Community Design Commission will review three continued petitions for residential projects, hear two new petitions for a home and an addition, and discuss two proposed policy changes: a draft text amendment on tree protection and preservation, and updates to accessory structure regulations. No formal action will be taken on the discussion items. The commission will also receive updates from city staff and council liaison.

• 820 North Price Road: Continued petition for covered walkway, solar panels, accessory structure, pool and flatwork (Ilya Eydelman)
• 546 White Rose Lane: Continued petition for new single-family home (Arko Group, LLC)
• 15 Bon Aire Drive: Continued petition for new single-family home (Oleg Construction, LLC)
• 740 Payson Dr: New petition for new single-family home (Douglas Properties)
• Discussion of draft text amendment establishing procedures for tree protection, preservation, and replacement

The Planning & Community Design Commission approved new construction at 546 White Rose Lane, 740 Payson Drive, and 9417 Engel Lane, each passing unanimously (6-0). A motion to approve an accessory structure, pool, and walkway at 820 North Price Road failed with a 5-1 vote. Two items were deferred for further work: the 15 Bon Aire Drive home and the accessory‑structure regulations discussion.

• Approved new single‑family home at 546 White Rose Lane (6-0)
• Approved new single‑family home at 740 Payson Drive (6-0)
• Approved residential addition at 9417 Engel Lane (6-0)
• Rejected accessory structure, pool, and walkway at 820 North Price Road (motion fails 5-1)
• Deferred discussion on accessory‑structure regulations
• Deferred 15 Bon Aire Drive new single‑family home for further modifications

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a closed executive session. The body will discuss attorney-client privilege, real estate, and personnel matters.

• Discussion of attorney-client privilege matters (Section 610.021(1))
• Discussion of real estate matters (Section 610.021(2))
• Discussion of personnel matters (Section 610.021(3))

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will vote on a proposed athletic field rental fee increase and a recommendation to forward a city code update defining eBikes and restricting their use in parks to the City Council. The commission will also discuss International DarkSky Week events and receive monthly updates on operations and programs.

• Recommendation to approve athletic field rental fee increase (amount not specified in agenda).
• Recommendation to forward eBike definitions and restricted uses in parks to City Council.
• International DarkSky Week events: April 21-28, 2025, including planetarium night at Five Oaks on April 23.
• Upcoming events: 10th Annual Native Plant Sale on April 26, Party in the Park Sixties Style on May 9.
• Discussion of PARC Work Plan including GRG Centennial Greenway Ribbon Cutting on May 3.

The Parks & Recreation Commission unanimously approved the March 2024 meeting minutes. It also approved the proposed athletic field rental fee increase and will forward the recommendation to the City Council. Additionally, the commission approved a city code update defining eBikes and restricting their use in parks, which will also be sent to the City Council.

• Approved March 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved athletic field rental fee increase proposal to be forwarded to City Council (5-0)
• Approved city code update with eBike definitions and park restrictions to be forwarded to City Council (5-0)

City Council

The Olivette City Council holds a work session with roll call and interviews for boards and commissions. No ordinances, resolutions, or public hearings are listed; the agenda is entirely procedural.

• Board and commission interviews

The council interviewed a candidate for the Economic Development Commission and a candidate for the Parks and Recreation Commission. They discussed upcoming appointments, which will be made at the April 22 meeting. No formal approvals, denials, or other decisions were taken.

City Council

The Olivette City Council will hold a regular meeting that includes a proclamation for Dark Sky Week, city manager and council reports, public comments, and approval of prior meeting minutes. The council then plans to enter a closed executive session to discuss attorney-client privilege, real estate, and personnel matters.

• Proclamation recognizing Dark Sky Week
• Approval of March 25, 2025 council minutes and April 1, 2025 work session minutes
• Closed session under Missouri law for legal, real estate, and personnel discussions

The council voted to accept the March 25 and April 1 meeting minutes. The motion passed with four votes in favor and one member absent. The council also voted to hold an executive session for attorney‑client privilege, real estate, and personnel matters. That motion also passed with four votes in favor and one member absent.

• Accepted March 25 and April 1 minutes (4‑0, 1 absent)
• Opened executive session on attorney‑client, real estate, and personnel matters (4‑0, 1 absent)

Planning & Community Design Commission

The Olivette Planning and Community Design Commission will hold public comments and review old business from a prior meeting for 820 North Price Road. New business includes site plan reviews for a monument sign at 9360 Dielman Industrial Drive and three new single-family homes. Commissioners will also consider a draft text amendment establishing tree protection procedures and discuss proposed updates to accessory structure regulations.

• 820 North Price Road: continued review of covered walkway, solar panels, accessory structure, and pool
• 9360 Dielman Industrial Drive: petition for a second monument sign in the Light Industrial District
• 9609 Ashmont Drive, 546 White Rose Lane, 15 Bon Aire Drive: new single-family home petitions
• Draft text amendment on tree protection, preservation, and replacement procedures
• Discussion on proposed updates to city regulations for accessory structures and uses

The commission approved a petition to add a second monument sign at 9360 Dielman Industrial Drive, passing the motion unanimously 6‑0. It also approved site‑plan, community‑design, and stormwater‑management review for a new two‑story single‑family home at 9609 Ashmont Drive, also unanimously 6‑0. The commission deferred action on the 820 North Price Road accessory‑structure project, the single‑family home at 546 White Rose Lane, and the home at 15 Bon Aire Drive, allowing petitioners to revise their plans. A tree‑protection, preservation, and replacement item was also deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved second monument sign at 9360 Dielman Industrial Drive (6-0)
• Approved site‑plan, community‑design, and stormwater review for new single‑family home at 9609 Ashmont Drive (6-0)
• Deferred action on 820 North Price Road accessory‑structure and pool project (discussion, no vote)
• Deferred review of single‑family home at 546 White Rose Lane (pending garage projection revisions)
• Deferred review of single‑family home at 15 Bon Aire Drive (HOA review pending)
• Deferred Tree Protection, Preservation, and Replacement item (no vote)

City Council

The City Council will conduct interviews for boards and commissions. The body will also hold an initial discussion regarding the Fiscal Year 2026 budget.

• Board and Commission interviews
• Initial discussion of Fiscal Year 2026 Budget

The council voted to approve Bill #3043, authorizing a contract with St. Louis County for vector control services; the motion passed unanimously and the bill became Ordinance #2813. The council also approved the minutes from the March 11, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved Ordinance #2813 for vector control contract with St. Louis County (5-0)
• Accepted March 11, 2025 council minutes (5-0)

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will hear an update on the 14.8-acre Olive Crossing mixed-use project. The body will also vet nominations and select winners for the 2025 Best of Olivette awards.

• Update on Olive Crossing development on Olive Boulevard between Price Road and I-170
• Selection of winners for Olivette Business of the Year, Restaurant of the Year, and Commissioner's Choice Award
• Review of 2025 nomination results and vetting of businesses
• Planning for CCOC Awards Luncheon on May 15, 2025

The Economic Development Commission voted to give the 2025 Business of the Year award to the UPS Store and the Restaurant of the Year award to Fallons’. The motion, made by Commissioner Moons and seconded by Vice Chair Zelinske, passed unanimously. The commission also voted unanimously to honor BridgeSTL with the first Commissioners’ Choice Award. No other substantive actions were taken at the meeting.

• Approved UPS Store as Business of the Year (unanimous)
• Approved Fallons’ as Restaurant of the Year (unanimous)
• Approved BridgeSTL as Commissioners’ Choice Award (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a second reading of an ordinance to contract with St. Louis County for vector control services. The meeting also includes a review of the February 2025 financial report and various staff monthly reports.

• Bill #3043: Ordinance for vector control services contract with St. Louis County
• Monthly Financial Report for the fiscal year ending February 28, 2025
• Eagle Scout Proclamation for Brandon Barrett

The Olivette City Council voted 5-0 to approve Bill #3043, creating Ordinance #2813 that authorizes a contract with St. Louis County for vector control services. The Council also approved the acceptance of the March 11, 2025 meeting minutes by a 5-0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Ordinance #2813 for vector control contract with St. Louis County (5-0)
• Approved acceptance of March 11, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review the Stacy Park Master Fence Plan and discuss replacing the Dielman Trailhead entrance barrier. They will also vote on applying for a municipal planning grant from the St. Louis County Municipal Park Grant Commission. Monthly updates from Five Oaks on Warson and the department will be presented.

• Review of Stacy Park Master Fence Plan
• Proposed replacement of Dielman Trailhead entrance barrier at the Pathway
• Recommendation to approve applying for a Municipal Planning Grant from St. Louis County Municipal Park Grant Commission
• Monthly update on Five Oaks on Warson operations including membership and facility rental statistics
• Future agenda items include Field Rental Fee Study and Park Bicycle Regulations in April 2025

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the replacement design for the damaged Dielman Pathway trailhead, with a plan to phase the concept into other trailheads if it performs well. They also approved a future grant application for Stacy Park design work and approved the February 2024 meeting minutes as amended. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational or procedural.

• Approved Dielman trailhead replacement design (5-0)
• Approved future application for St. Louis County Municipal Park Grant for Stacy Park design (5-0)
• Approved February 2024 meeting minutes as amended (5-0)

City Council

The council will hold public hearings on three zoning amendments, including a special permit use expansion for Auto Beauty Specialist and changes to sign regulations and residential design procedures. A first reading will consider a vector control services contract with St. Louis County. The council will also vote on a collateral assignment agreement allowing Keat Olivette Gateway, LLC to secure a loan from UMB Bank for the Gateway I170 TIF project.

• Bill #3040 – amend special permit use for Auto Beauty Specialist to include 1220 North Price Road for vehicle storage (second reading and public hearing)
• Bill #3041 – text amendment to allow up to two monument signs in the Light Industrial District (second reading and public hearing)
• Bill #3042 – revise submittal requirements and review procedures for single-family residential improvements (second reading and public hearing)
• Bill #3043 – authorize a vector control services contract with St. Louis County (first reading)
• Acknowledgement to Collateral Assignment and Agreement for Keat Olivette Gateway, LLC to secure a loan from UMB Bank for Gateway I170 TIF construction costs

The Olivette City Council approved three ordinances: a special permit use amendment allowing Auto Beauty Specialist to add 28,000 square feet of lower-level storage at 1220 North Price Road, an amendment permitting up to two monument signs in the Industrial LID District, and an amendment to community design submittal/review procedures for single-family structures. All three passed unanimously (4-0, with Chairman Pro-tem Knox absent). The council also authorized the City Manager to sign a collateral assignment agreement for a Gateway I-170 TIF loan, approved a picnic liquor license for the Holi Festival, and accepted prior meeting minutes.

• Approved Bill #3040, Auto Beauty storage expansion, as Ordinance #2810 (4-0)
• Approved Bill #3041, LID district monument sign amendment, as Ordinance #2811 (4-0)
• Approved Bill #3042, community design submittal/review amendment, as Ordinance #2812 (4-0)
• Authorized City Manager to sign collateral assignment for Gateway I-170 TIF loan (4-0)
• Approved Holi Festival picnic liquor license for March 15 at Stacy Park (4-0)
• Accepted minutes from Feb 25 and Mar 4 meetings (4-0)

Planning & Community Design Commission

The Planning and Community Design Commission will hold discussion-only items on two proposed land-use changes: a draft text amendment establishing tree protection, preservation, and replacement procedures, and proposed updates to regulations for accessory structures and uses. No formal action is taken on discussion items. The commission will also receive updates from staff and the City Council liaison.

• Discussion of a draft text amendment for tree protection, preservation, and replacement procedures
• Discussion of proposed updates to accessory structure regulations
• Note: March 20 meeting cancelled; next scheduled meeting is April 3, 2025

The Planning and Community Design Commission met on March 6, 2025, but lacked a quorum, so no official meeting was held and no votes or decisions were made. The session served as an educational discussion on proposed tree protection regulations and accessory structure rules. Staff will continue refining these drafts for future commission input.

• No quorum; no official meeting held
• No action items or votes taken
• Discussed draft tree protection text amendment (no action)
• Discussed accessory structure regulation changes (no action)

City Council

The Olivette City Council will discuss updates to building codes and fees, and consider board and commission renewals and vacancies. They will also set the date for the April 8, 2025 Council meeting. The meeting is on March 4, 2025 at 7 PM via Zoom and in-person.

• Building Code and Fees Update
• Board and Commission Renewals and Vacancies
• Setting date for April 8, 2025 City Council meeting

The Olivette City Council held a work session with no formal votes on policy items. They discussed upcoming board and commission term expirations, confirmed the April 8 regular meeting will proceed as scheduled despite the election, and reviewed proposed building code and fee changes, which they requested to be placed on the March 25 regular meeting agenda. The council also voted unanimously to enter a closed executive session to discuss real estate matters.

• Requested building code and fee changes be placed on March 25 regular meeting agenda
• Approved executive session for real estate matters (5-0)
• Confirmed April 8 regular meeting will proceed as usual at City Center

City Council

The City Council will hold first readings of three ordinances: to amend a special permit use for Auto Beauty Specialist at 1223 N Price Rd to include 1220 N Price Rd; to allow up to two monument signs in the Light Industrial District; and to revise submittal and review procedures for single-family residential improvements. The council also considers resolutions to sell 24 surplus Tasers, accept a $5,000 state grant for hazardous moving violation enforcement, select UHY, LLP as auditor, approve medical control services, and purchase a 525-gallon water dog. Swearing-in ceremonies for a council member and police officer are scheduled.

• Bill #3040: First reading to expand Auto Beauty Specialist's special permit use to include 1220 N Price Rd for vehicle storage
• Bill #3041: First reading to allow up to two monument signs in the Light Industrial District
• Bill #3042: First reading to revise submittal and review requirements for single-family residential improvements
• Resolution #2025-256: Authorize sale of 24 surplus Tasers to an authorized resale company
• Approve $5,000 state grant for hazardous moving violation enforcement

The Olivette City Council unanimously approved the sale of 24 surplus Tasers to an authorized resale company, a hazardous moving violation enforcement grant with the Missouri Department of Transportation, an audit services agreement with UHY, LLP, a medical control services agreement with SSM Health Care St. Louis, and the purchase of a Water Dog trailer not to exceed $11,935.00. Three ordinances (Bills #3040, #3041, #3042) had first readings with public hearings scheduled for March 11. The council also accepted the February 11, 2025 minutes and held an executive session.

• Approved sale of 24 surplus Tasers to authorized resale company (5-0)
• Authorized hazardous moving violation enforcement grant with MoDOT (5-0)
• Approved audit services contract with UHY, LLP for FY2025 with two optional renewals (5-0)
• Approved two-year medical control services agreement with SSM Health Care St. Louis (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Water Dog trailer not to exceed $11,935.00 (5-0)
• Accepted minutes from February 11, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Held executive session for attorney-client privilege and personnel matters (5-0)

Land Clearance/Housing Authority

The Olivette Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting at the City Center on February 25, 2025. The agenda consists of procedural items such as approval of minutes, public comments, and reports from the Mayor and Executive Director. No substantive decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

The board approved the minutes from the October 29, 2024 meeting and the financial reports for the period ending December 31, 2024, both unanimously. During the annual meeting, commissioners voted to retain Nikeyia Ingram as Chair and Ellen Schapiro as Vice Chair. The board also received reports on customer service survey results, a new CORE team, and public housing performance, but took no other substantive actions.

• Approved minutes of Oct 29, 2024 special board meeting (unanimous)
• Approved financial reports for period ending Dec 31, 2024 (unanimous)
• Retained Chair Nikeyia Ingram and Vice Chair Ellen Schapiro (unanimous)

Planning & Community Design Commission

The Planning and Community Design Commission will consider a petition to exceed authorized square footage at a specific residential property. The body will also hold non-action discussions regarding city regulations for trees and accessory structures.

• Petition for 6 North Covington Meadows Lane to exceed maximum square footage administratively authorized per Code
• Discussion on tree protection, preservation, and replacement
• Discussion on accessory structure regulations

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss proposed rules to regulate bicycles and e-bikes in city parks. They will also hear the annual report on Olivette Youth Sport Leagues, receive updates on Five Oaks on Warson operations, and a recycling working group report. The meeting includes approval of January meeting minutes and a report from the City Council liaison.

• Discuss proposed bicycle-specific park rules to regulate bicycles and e-bikes
• Annual report on Olivette Youth Sport Leagues
• Recycling Working Group Report
• Monthly update on Five Oaks on Warson operations (membership, facility rentals)
• Future agenda items: Field Rental Fee Study and Muni Planning Grant (both March 2025)

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the January 15, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0) and heard a presentation on youth sports leagues. A proposal to regulate eBikes and set a maximum speed for all bicycles was introduced and will be discussed at a future meeting. The commission also received updates on recycling containers at Stacy Park, city council business, and department activities.

• Approved January 15, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Discussed proposed eBike regulations and bicycle speed limits; tabled for future meeting
• Heard youth sports annual report; no formal action taken
• Received update on Villa Park northeast entrance; project remains unfunded future priority

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Olivette Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two variance requests. At 1000 Llewellyn Lane, homeowners seek a 6 ft side yard setback variance to add an addition to an existing home. At 11 St. Alfred Road, the petitioners request a 7.83 ft side yard and a 7.05 ft rear yard setback variance to build a new home. Both properties are in the SR Single Family Residential District. The board will also consider meeting minutes.

• Public hearing: side yard setback variance (6 ft) at 1000 Llewellyn Ln
• Public hearing: side yard (7.83 ft) and rear yard (7.05 ft) setback variances at 11 St. Alfred Rd
• Approval of meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss a request to destroy documents classified in a February 6, 2025 memo. The meeting also includes the appointment of Mike Solomonov and a proclamation for Council Member Greg Carl.

• Document Destruction Request - February 2025
• Appointment of Mike Solomonov
• Proclamation for Council Member Greg Carl

The Olivette City Council accepted the resignation of Council Member Greg Carl and appointed Mike Solomonov to serve the remainder of his term through April 2026. The council also removed Spencer Talbott from the Economic Development Commission for non-attendance and approved the secure destruction of documents per records retention policy. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Appointed Mike Solomonov to fill Greg Carl's council seat until April 2026 (4-0)
• Removed Spencer Talbott from the Economic Development Commission (4-0)
• Approved secure destruction of documents per February 6, 2025 memo (4-0)
• Accepted January 28, 2025 council minutes (4-0)

Planning & Community Design Commission

The Planning and Community Design Commission will hear public comments, review old business for a property at 820 North Price Road (covered walkway, solar panels, accessory structure, pool), and consider three new business ordinances: amending a special permit for Auto Beauty Specialist to include 28,000 sq ft of warehouse space at 1220 North Price Road, updating sign regulations in the Industrial LID district, and revising submittal/review procedures for single-family residential structures. Discussion items include tree protection and accessory structure regulations.

• Old Business review of site plan, community design, and stormwater management for 820 North Price Road (covered walkway, solar panels, accessory structure, pool)
• Ordinance to amend special permit for Auto Beauty Specialist at 1224 North Price Road to include 28,000 sq ft lower-level warehouse at 1220 North Price Road
• Ordinance to amend permitted signs in Industrial LID zoning district (Article VIII, Chapter 415)
• Ordinance to amend submittal requirements and review procedures for single-family residential structures (Sections 425.040 and 425.050)
• Discussion on tree protection, preservation, and replacement, and accessory structure regulations

The Planning and Community Design Commission unanimously approved a site plan for a covered walkway with rooftop solar panels at 820 North Price Road, and postponed the review of the proposed detached garage, pool, and pool deck for up to 90 days. The Commission also approved amendments to the special use permit for Auto Beauty Specialist to allow indoor vehicle storage at 1220 North Price Road, and approved two zoning text amendments regarding signs in the LID district and single-family residential review procedures. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved site plan for solar walkway at 820 North Price Road (6-0)
• Postponed review of detached garage, pool, and pool deck at 820 North Price Road for up to 90 days (6-0)
• Approved amendment to Auto Beauty Specialist special permit for 28,000 sq ft vehicle storage at 1220 North Price Road (6-0)
• Approved LID district sign ordinance amendment (5-0)
• Approved amendment to single-family residential review procedures (5-0)

Pension Board / Board of Trustees for Retirement Plan for Salaried Employees

The Board of Trustees for Retirement Plan for Salaried Employees will meet to approve previous minutes and review a financial update from Marquette. The discussion focuses on the 4Q24 performance report.

• Approval of November 12, 2024 minutes
• Review of Marquette Financial 4Q24 performance report

The Olivette Employee Retirement Board of Trustees approved several changes to its investment policy, including reducing the Core Real Estate allocation from 10% to 5% and increasing Private Equity by 5%. A subsequent motion amended this to allocate 2.5% to Private Equity and 2.5% to Large Cap instead. The board also directed Marquette Associates to recommend High Yield funds and authorized reallocating cash for benefit payments, plus initiating redemption requests for Principal Real Estate to reach the 5% target.

• Approved minutes of November 12, 2024 (unanimous)
• Changed Core Real Estate allocation to 5% from 10%, with 5% increase to Private Equity (unanimous)
• Amended previous motion: 2.5% to Private Equity and 2.5% to Large Cap (unanimous)
• Instructed Marquette to recommend High Yield funds at next meeting (unanimous)
• Authorized Marquette to reallocate cash for benefit payments within current policy (unanimous)
• Initiated redemption requests of Principal Real Estate to reduce allocation to 5% (unanimous)

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing on a cost share project with MoDOT for Olive Boulevard. They will also consider the second reading of Bill #3039 to align liquor control hours with state regulations on Sunday sales and retailer-packaged beverages. An application for a liquor license for Aldi Inc. #103 at 9175 Olive Crossing is on the agenda. The council will discuss the N Price Rd Phase I STP-S application and a police department surplus vehicle declaration.

• Public hearing on MoDOT Olive Blvd cost share project
• Bill #3039 second reading: amend liquor control hours on Sundays and retailer-packaged sales
• Liquor license application for Aldi Inc. #103 at 9175 Olive Crossing
• N Price Rd Phase I STP-S application
• Police department surplus vehicle declaration

The Olivette City Council approved Bill #3039, amending Chapter 600 to align with state changes for Sunday liquor sales and retailer-packaged beverages, making it Ordinance #2809. They also authorized a liquor license for Aldi Inc. #103 at 9175 Olive Crossing, approved submitting a $15,000 grant application for North Price Road reconstruction, declared a surplus police vehicle, and accepted prior meeting minutes. All votes were unanimous (4-0, with one member absent).

• Approved Bill #3039 (Sunday liquor sales and retailer-packaged beverages) 4-0, became Ordinance #2809
• Authorized liquor license for Aldi Inc. #103 at 9175 Olive Crossing 4-0
• Authorized City Manager to submit N. Price Rd. Phase I STP-S application with $15,000 fee 4-0
• Declared city asset 0924 (Dodge Charger) as surplus 4-0
• Accepted January 14, 2025 meeting minutes 4-0
• Held executive session for attorney-client privilege and real estate matters 4-0

Economic Development Commission

The Olivette Economic Development Commission will hear from Finance Director Darren A. Mann on the 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Popular Annual Financial Report. The main discussion item is the 2025 Business Awards, including categories (Business of the Year, Olivette Restaurant of the Year, Commissioners' Choice), eligibility rules, and nomination results to date. Selection of winners is scheduled for the March 31, 2025 meeting.

• Presentation of 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
• Presentation of 2024 Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR)
• Discussion of 2025 Business Awards categories: Business of the Year, Olivette Restaurant of the Year, Commissioners' Choice
• Review of award eligibility: located in Olivette, good standing, no code violations, current business license
• Nomination results-to-date presented; selection of winners set for March 31, 2025

The Olivette Economic Development Commission met on January 27, 2025, and heard a presentation from Finance Director Darren Mann on the city's financial reports. No substantive decisions were made; a motion to let nominations decide the 2025 Business Awards failed for lack of a second. The commission discussed various business updates and requested a council member to consider removing an inactive commissioner.

• Motion to let nominations decide 2025 Business Awards failed (no second)
• Meeting minutes accepted (motion by Patershuk, seconded by Zelinski)
• Requested City Council to consider removing Commissioner Spencer Talbott due to inactivity

Planning & Community Design Commission

The Planning and Community Design Commission will hold a public hearing on a petition for a new single-family home at 15 Stacy Drive (Old Business). They will also discuss a proposed amendment to a special permit to include a lower warehouse facility at 1220 N Price Rd (Discussion Items). Additionally, the Commission will discuss tree protection and accessory structure regulations. No formal action is expected on the discussion items.

• Petition for new single-family home at 15 Stacy Drive by McKelvey Homes, LLC
• Discussion of special permit amendment (ORD #2565) for warehouse at 1220 N Price Rd by Auto Beauty Specialist
• Discussion of tree protection, preservation, and replacement regulations
• Discussion of accessory structure regulations

The Planning and Community Design Commission unanimously approved a site plan, community design, and concept stormwater management review for a new single-family home at 15 Stacy Drive, subject to staff conditions. The item had been deferred from December due to stormwater concerns, which were addressed through updated plans and coordination with neighbors. The commission also discussed but took no action on a potential special use permit amendment for Auto Beauty Specialists, proposed text changes for commission reviews, tree protection, and accessory structure regulations.

• Approved site plan, community design, and concept stormwater review for 15 Stacy Drive (5-0)
• Deferred discussion on Auto Beauty Specialists storage at 1220 N Price Road to February 6 meeting
• Discussed proposed text changes for commission reviews, tree protection, and accessory structures (no action)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Olivette Parks and Recreation Commission will vote on proposed 2025 meeting dates and an annual work plan. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes, updates from the Five Oaks on Warson facility and the Parks & Recreation Department, and a city council liaison report. Future agenda items include a youth sports report, field rental fee study, and discussion of motorized vehicles in parks.

• Approve November 20 and December 18, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Approve proposed 2025 Parks and Recreation Commission meeting dates (two potential conflicts identified)
• Review assignments and set working group meeting dates for annual work plan
• Monthly update on Five Oaks on Warson operations (membership dashboard, facility rental statistics, items of interest)
• Monthly report on Parks & Recreation programs and activities (Recreation and Park Division updates)

The Olivette Parks & Recreation Commission approved the November and December 2024 meeting minutes (6-0) and set the 2025 meeting dates (6-0). The commission discussed the 2025 Green Cities Challenge goals, focusing on trash pickup, recycling, and waste reduction, and assigned working groups to meet before the February meeting. No other formal decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of reports and updates.

• Approved November and December 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved 2025 Parks and Recreation Commission meeting dates (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will review and vote on the audited financial statements for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. They will also hold second readings of two ordinances: one approving an agreement for the St. Louis County Agencies Interoperable Radio System (Bill #3036) and one amending stop sign locations on Mesa Drive and Pioneer Drive (Bill #3037). A first reading of an ordinance (Bill #3039) to amend Sunday liquor sale hours to align with state regulations will be introduced. The council will then discuss the North Price Road Phase I survey and adjourn to closed session for legal and real estate matters.

• Presentation and approval of FY2024 financial audit
• Second reading of Bill #3036 – agreement for St. Louis County interoperable radio system
• Second reading of Bill #3037 – stop sign amendments at Mesa Drive and Pioneer Drive
• First reading of Bill #3039 – amendment to liquor control definitions for Sunday sale hours
• Discussion of North Price Road Phase I survey

The Olivette City Council approved the audited financial statements, renewed the St. Louis County interoperable radio system agreement for ten years, added stop signs at Pioneer and Mesa Drives, and authorized a $30,000 surveying contract for North Price Road. All votes were unanimous among the four present members; Council Member Greg Carl was absent. The council also held a closed session for legal and real estate matters.

• Approved audited financial statements for period ending 6/30/2024 (4-0)
• Approved Bill #3036, renewing St. Louis County radio system agreement for 10 years (4-0)
• Approved Bill #3037, adding stop signs at Pioneer and Mesa Drives (4-0)
• Authorized contract with TWM Inc. for North Price Road surveying, not to exceed $30,000 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from Dec 10, 2024 and Jan 7, 2025 meetings (4-0)
• Held executive session for attorney-client and real estate matters (4-0)

City Council

The Olivette City Council will meet to discuss the financial statement audit for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, and consider the North Price Road Phase I STP-S grant application and project development. The council will also approve the 2025 meeting schedule. No public hearings are listed; the agenda is primarily procedural and discussion-based.

• Discussion of Financial Statement Audit for period ending 6/30/2024
• North Price Road Phase I STP-S Application and Project Development
• Approval of 2025 Meeting Schedule

The Olivette City Council held a work session with no formal votes. They heard the FY2024 financial audit received an unqualified opinion with no adjustments or internal control issues, discussed the North Price Road Phase I grant application, and agreed to cancel four 2025 meetings due to holiday conflicts.

• Canceled September 23, November 11, November 25, and December 23, 2025 meetings
• Discussed North Price Road Phase I STP-S grant application (no action)
• Heard FY2024 audit with unqualified opinion (no action)