Sunset Hills public meetings in 2023

Board of Adjustment

The Sunset Hills Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Thursday, December 28, 2023, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen is reviewing the 2024 operations budget and a five-year capital improvements plan. The meeting includes second readings for several ordinances regarding the building code, wireless facilities, and the city pay plan. The Board will also consider new business regarding easements and right-of-way vacations for Manors at Lynstone Park.

• Bill No. 48: 2024 Operations Budget for the General Revenue Fund
• Bill No. 49: 2024-2028 Capital Improvements Plan
• Resolution No. 702: Contract with RV Wagner, Inc. for W Watson Road Project
• Bill No. 51 & 52: Right of Way Vacation and easements for Manors at Lynstone Park
• Bill No. 39: First Amendment to District Project Agreement for The Shoppes at Sunset Hills

Police Advisory Board

The Police Advisory Board will meet to approve May 2023 minutes and receive a community engagement update. The meeting includes a period for general discussion.

• Approval of May 2023 PAB minutes
• Community engagement update

Public Works Committee

The Sunset Hills Public Works Committee is meeting virtually to discuss several infrastructure items, including bid results for W Watson Road construction, a TEAP grant, guard rail maintenance, city entrance signs, and a resident survey for the Leebur sidewalk project. The committee will also receive updates on ongoing projects like Eddie & Park sidewalks and West Watson Road improvements.

• W Watson Road Construction – Bid Results
• TEAP Grant
• Guard Rail Maintenance
• City Entrance Signs
• Leebur Sidewalk Project – Resident Survey

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting originally scheduled for Wednesday, December 4, 2023, has been cancelled.

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will meet to consider a single variance request for a property at 12541 Maret Drive. The request seeks to reduce the required distance between a primary structure and a pool from 10 feet to 5 feet.

• Variance request for 12541 Maret Drive to reduce pool setback to 5 feet

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will discuss a draft letter intended for local businesses. The committee will also discuss a draft survey regarding resident feedback on attracting businesses to empty commercial spaces.

• Approval of July 24, 2023, meeting minutes
• Discussion of draft letter to local businesses
• Discussion of draft survey for resident feedback on empty commercial space

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will discuss the 2024 operations budget and a five-year capital improvements plan. The meeting includes public hearings for a new gas station and convenience store at 4504 South Lindbergh Boulevard and development plans on Winter Industrial Drive.

• Bill No. 48: 2024 Operations Budget for the General Revenue Fund
• Bill No. 49: 2024-2028 Capital Improvements Plan
• Bills No. 40 & 41: Planned Development and Conditional Use permits for Midwest Petroleum at 4504 South Lindbergh Blvd
• Bills No. 42 & 43: Amended Development Plans for 11085 and 11095 Winter Industrial Drive
• Resolution No. 698: Contract with Sikich LLP for audit services

Gempp Commission

The Claire Gempp Davidson Memorial Conservation Commission is meeting to approve minutes from September 2023, discuss old and new business, and review the 2024 budget and community service work. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals detailed.

• Approval of September 2023 minutes
• 2024 Budget Review
• Community Service Work

Public Works Committee

The Sunset Hills Public Works Committee is meeting virtually to discuss several public works items, including a stop sign request, a stone wall on the Lipic property, guard rail maintenance, a parking lot/driving lane issue, and a sidewalk project survey. The committee will also receive updates on ongoing projects like the Eddie & Park sidewalks and West Watson Road improvements.

• Stop sign request at Pointe Drive/Knighton Trail
• Lipic property stone wall discussion
• Guard rail maintenance
• Leebur sidewalk project resident survey
• Project updates: Eddie & Park sidewalks, West Watson Road Phase 1 & 2, concrete slab replacement

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is considering two text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding amendment initiation and traffic study requirements. The commission will also review a tree removal permit request for a new single-family home construction.

• Tree permit request for 10519 Najbart Estates Drive to allow tree removal for grading and home construction
• Text amendment P-38-23 to change Section 12.2 of the Unified Development Ordinance regarding amendment initiation
• Text amendment P-39-23 to change Section 7.5 and Appendix A Section 1.5 regarding traffic study requirements

Board of Adjustment

The Sunset Hills Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on four variance requests. These include two sign variances for Warren Sign Company, a traffic impact study waiver for Midwest Petroleum, and a reduced setback for a pool. The board will also approve minutes from the September meeting.

• Variance for sign size and setback at 3630 South Geyer Road (Warren Sign Company)
• Variance for sign size and setback at 3636 South Geyer Road (Warren Sign Company)
• Variance from traffic impact study requirement at 4504 South Lindbergh Blvd (Midwest Petroleum)
• Variance to reduce pool setback from 10' to 5' at 13015 Sunset Stream Ct (Stephanie Garavaglia)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to review and discuss the proposed 2024 operating budget, five-year capital plan, and city pay plan. They will also receive an update on the external auditor RFP and consider mayor and Board of Aldermen stipends based on a survey. The meeting includes approval of the August 28, 2023 minutes.

• Review of 2024 proposed budget by fund
• Review of 2023 forecast by fund
• Review of five-year capital plan
• Review of 2024 pay plan
• Discussion of mayor and BOA stipends based on survey

Board of Aldermen

The Sunset Hills Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing and consider a text amendment to create a new Multi-Family zoning district, and will also have a first reading of an ordinance for a new Planned Development Townhomes district. The board will vote on second readings for purchasing policy and pay plan amendments, and consider a resolution to pay MoDOT $69,489.41 for the I-44 Pedestrian Bridge project. Several liquor license requests and appointments are on the consent agenda.

• Public hearing on text amendment to create Multi-Family zoning district (Bill No. 36)
• First reading of ordinance for PD-TH Planned Development Townhomes district
• Resolution No. 697 to pay MoDOT $69,489.41 for I-44 Pedestrian Bridge inspections
• Second reading of purchasing policy amendment (Bill No. 32)
• Second reading of pay plan codification and mid-year salary adjustment (Bill No. 33)

Board of Adjustment

The Sunset Hills Board of Adjustment will hold a public meeting to consider three variance requests. These include a pool setback reduction at 9512 Fringe Court and two sign variances at 3630 and 3636 South Geyer Road. The board will also adopt its rules of procedure.

• Variance to reduce side yard setback to 6 feet (required 10) and distance from primary structure to 7'2" (required 10) for a pool at 9512 Fringe Court
• Variance for sign exceeding maximum size and minimum setback at 3630 South Geyer Road
• Variance for sign exceeding maximum size and minimum setback at 3636 South Geyer Road
• Adoption of Board of Adjustment rules

Parks & Recreation Board

The Sunset Hills Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve August minutes and receive updates on several park projects, including proposed pickleball courts, Lynstone Park renovation, and the Stieren restroom and playground. The board will also hear reports from various committees and discuss new business such as Eagle Scout projects, urban forestry, and a wrap-up of Suncrest Fest.

• Proposed pickleball courts update
• Lynstone Park renovation update
• Stieren restroom and playground update
• Eagle Scout projects discussion
• Urban forestry discussion

Board of Aldermen

The Sunset Hills Board of Aldermen and Finance Committee will hold a budget work session, with public hearings and first/second readings on several ordinances. Key items include setting the 2023 property tax levy, approving a 2023 budget adjustment, granting an easement to Ameren Missouri, and contracting for the Eddie Park sidewalk project. The session will also review the 2024 budget, including revenues, expenditures, and capital plans.

• Bill No. 31: Ordinance setting 2023 property tax levy (second reading)
• Bill No. 34: Ordinance approving 2023 budget adjustment (first reading, staff requests second)
• Bill No. 35: Ordinance granting easement to Union Electric (Ameren Missouri) (first reading)
• Resolution No. 696: Contract with Raineri Construction for Eddie Park sidewalk project
• Budget work session covering 2024 revenue, expenditures, and capital plan

Art Committee

The Sunset Hills Art Committee will meet to review previous minutes and receive updates on several ongoing projects. The agenda includes progress reports on electrical/traffic boxes, welcome signage, and the Makers Market.

• Update on electrical/traffic boxes along Lindbergh, Gravois, and Watson
• Update on welcome signage
• Update on Makers Market

Pool Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss water feature replacement and facility updates including motors and landscaping. Members will also discuss ID cards, admission fees, and the wrap up of Dog Splash.

• Discussion of water feature replacement
• Facility updates regarding motors and landscaping
• Discussion of ID card use and admission fees
• Update on winterization procedures

Gempp Commission

The Claire Gempp Davidson Memorial Conservation Commission will meet to approve May 2023 minutes, discuss old business including invasive species spraying and tree removal, and consider new items like a property walk-through and using iNaturalist for documenting observations. The meeting is largely routine maintenance and planning, with no major decisions or public hearings.

• Update on invasive spraying
• Update on tree removal
• Discussion of using iNaturalist to document observations
• Walk through of the property
• Miscellaneous items: mulching, sandblasting/repaint bench, front gate area

Board of Aldermen

The Sunset Hills Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing and first reading on the 2023 property tax levy, and consider several contracts including police vehicle purchases, a zipline at Watson Trail Park, and roof replacements. They will also vote on a conditional use permit for Missouri American Water and various special event requests. The meeting includes routine approvals and appointments.

• Public hearing and first reading of Bill No. 31 setting 2023 property tax rates
• Second reading of Bill No. 28 granting conditional use permit to Missouri American Water for facility at 13190 Gravois Road
• Resolution No. 688 approving purchase of 3 marked and 1 unmarked police SUVs
• Resolution No. 690 approving contract with Hutchinson Recreation & Design for zipline at Watson Trail Park
• Resolution No. 693 and 695 approving Stark Roofing contracts for City Hall and salt dome roof replacements

The Board extended the HR Sheevam temporary parking lot through year’s end and approved the consent agenda items. Bill No. 28 granting a conditional use permit to Missouri American Water for a water systems facility at 13190 Gravois Road passed with six votes in favor. A series of resolutions (688‑695) authorizing contracts and property actions were unanimously approved, and appointments to the Board of Adjustment were postponed to October.

• Extended HR Sheevam temporary parking lot through year‑end (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items for events and liquor license amendment (unanimous)
• Passed Bill No. 28 conditional use permit for Missouri American Water (6‑0)
• Approved Resolution 688 for police SUV contract (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 689 for surplus property sale (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 690 for Hutchinson Recreation contract (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 691 for art painting of electrical boxes (unanimous)
• Postponed Board of Adjustment appointments to October meeting (unanimous)

Swim & Dive Advisory Committee

The Swim & Dive Advisory Committee of Sunset Hills, MO is meeting to approve previous minutes, receive committee reports, and discuss scheduling and other matters. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• City report on interest forms and 2024 calendar items
• Committee reports on awards, social, volunteers, computers, apparel, dive rep, and coaches
• Discussion of schedule and next meeting

The committee unanimously approved a tech upgrade proposal. Members discussed potential changes to swim practice schedules, registration processes, and a proposed restructuring of coaching leadership to be voted on at the next meeting.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved tech upgrade proposal (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Public Works Committee

The Sunset Hills Public Works Committee is meeting virtually to review bids for several construction projects, including roof replacements at City Hall and the Salt Dome, the Eddie & Park sidewalk project, and street striping. They will also discuss traffic calming on Denny Road, stormwater issues on Roanna Lane, and receive updates on ongoing projects like West Watson Road improvements.

• Bid review: City Hall flat roof and shingle roof
• Bid review: Salt Dome roof
• Bid review: Eddie & Park sidewalk project
• Bid review: Street striping
• Traffic calming on Denny Road and stormwater issues on Roanna Lane

The committee recommended two contracts to the Board of Aldermen for City Hall roof work and city-wide street striping. A decision on the Eddie & Park sidewalk project was deferred to a joint meeting with the Finance committee. No action was taken regarding the Salt Dome roof.

• Approved June 8, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Stark Roofing bid for City Hall flat and shingle roofs to Board of Aldermen (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of street striping for all areas to Board of Aldermen (unanimous)
• Recommended moving discussion of Eddie & Park Sidewalk Project to joint meeting with Finance committee (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a preliminary plat for a new single-family home development at Manors at Lynstone Park. The commission will also review a request to amend the Unified Development Ordinance text to create a new multi-family zoning district.

• Preliminary Plat for Manors at Lynstone Park (9-lot single family home development)
• Unified Development Ordinance text amendment to create a new multi-family zoning district
• Approval of August 2nd, 2023 meeting minutes

The Commission unanimously approved a preliminary plat for a 9-lot single-family home development. A request to amend the Unified Development Ordinance to create a new multi-family zoning district was discussed, but no decision was recorded.

• Approved Preliminary Plat for Manors at Lynstone Park 9-lot single family development (Unanimous)

Art Committee

The Art Committee will review the July 2023 meeting minutes and receive updates on several ongoing initiatives. Discussion topics include electrical/traffic boxes, park optical illusions, and signage.

• Update on Electrical/Traffic boxes along Lindbergh/Gravois/Watson
• Update on Optical Illusion Area in park
• Welcome Signage update
• Makers Market update

The Art Committee approved sending four renderings for electrical and traffic boxes along Lindbergh, Gravois, and Watson to the Board of Aldermen for approval. The committee also reviewed welcome signage designs and requested specific aesthetic changes.

• Approved July 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to present four electrical/traffic box renderings to BOA for approval (unanimous)
• Requested font, color, and text changes to welcome signage designs
• Adjourned meeting at 7:18 p.m. (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Sunset Hills Finance Committee is meeting to discuss several financial matters, including a presentation from Brad Lukens of Arbitrage Management, approval of previous meeting minutes, a proposed amendment to the purchasing policy, a first pass review of the 5-year capital plan and ARPA projects, revenue composition and trends, and mayor and board of aldermen stipends. These are discussion and review items, with decisions possible on the purchasing policy amendment and minutes approval.

• Presentation and Q&A by Brad Lukens of Arbitrage Management
• Proposed amendment to purchasing policy (Amended Purchasing Policy PDF)
• Review of first pass 5-year capital plan and ARPA projects (Five Year Capital Plan_First Pass V2 PDF)
• Review of revenue composition and trends (Revenue Composition and Trends PDF)
• Discussion of mayor and Board of Aldermen stipends

The committee approved changes to the purchasing policy regarding approval thresholds and review frequency. Members also voted to seek new proposals for city investment advisor services. No decisions were made regarding the 5-year capital plan or mayor and board stipends.

• Approved July 10, 2023 minutes
• Increased purchase threshold for Board of Alderman approval from $15,000 to $25,000
• Changed purchasing policy review frequency from every five years to every three years
• Approved request for staff to prepare a Request For Proposal (RFP) for Investment Advisor services

Board of Adjustment

The Sunset Hills Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on two variance requests from Warren Sign Company for properties at 3630 and 3636 South Geyer Road. Each request seeks to install a ground sign larger and closer to the right-of-way than the code allows. The board will also approve minutes from the July meeting.

• Variance A-28-23: 3630 South Geyer Road, ground sign 15 ft high, 75 sq ft, 0 ft from right-of-way (code: max 8 ft, 50 sq ft, 5 ft setback)
• Variance A-29-23: 3636 South Geyer Road, same requested variances as A-28-23
• Public hearing and staff reports for both variance requests
• Approval of July minutes

The Board of Adjustment denied two separate petitions from Warren Sign Company to install ground signs that exceeded height, area, and setback limits. The board also approved the minutes from the July 27, 2023, meeting.

• Approved July 27, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Denied variance for ground sign at 3630 South Geyer Road (3-2)
• Denied variance for ground sign at 3636 South Geyer Road (3-2)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Sunset Hills Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve July minutes, hear reports from various committees, and discuss new business including Eagle Scout projects, urban forestry, and a review of the draft 2024 budget. The meeting is open to the public and will be held at City Hall.

• Review of draft budget for 2024
• Urban Forestry Discussion
• Eagle Scout Projects
• Reports from Pool, Swim & Dive, Fitness, Art, and Gempp committees

The Commission approved the proposed 2024 draft budget and the July 2023 meeting minutes. Members discussed updates for pickleball courts, Stieren Park, and Lynstone Park, and expressed support for a proposed zipline location at Watson Trail Park.

• Approved proposed 2024 draft budget (unanimous)
• Approved July 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Ethics Policy Review Committee

The Sunset Hills Ethics Review Committee is holding a routine meeting on August 22, 2023, at the Community Center. The agenda contains only standard procedural items: pledge, roll call, approval of prior minutes, and a general discussion item. No specific decisions, proposals, or substantive topics are listed.

• Meeting time corrected from 6:30 pm to 6:00 pm due to a scrivener's error
• Approval of minutes from the 8/10/2023 meeting
• General discussion item with no specified topic

Pool Advisory Committee

The Sunset Hills Pool Advisory Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss upcoming business. The committee plans to review budget requests for 2024 and hold a discussion regarding the replacement of a water feature.

• Approval of June 2023 Pool Advisory Minutes
• Review of 2024 budget requests
• Discussion of water feature replacement

The committee unanimously approved the draft 2024 budget. Members also selected a palm tree with coconuts to replace the broken dumping buckets in the leisure pool. Discussions were held regarding future pool schedules and concession stand items.

• Approved 2024 draft budget (unanimous)
• Selected palm tree with coconuts water feature to replace broken buckets
• Approved June 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for September 19th at 6pm

Ethics Policy Review Committee

The Sunset Hills Ethics Review Committee is holding a meeting on August 10, 2023, at the Community Center. The agenda contains only procedural items—Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call, Discussion, and Adjournment—with no specific topics, proposals, or decisions listed.

• Meeting scheduled for August 10, 2023, at 6:30 p.m.
• Location: Sunset Hills Community Center, 3915 S Lindbergh

Board of Aldermen

The Sunset Hills Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings and consider first readings on a Conditional Use Permit for a Missouri American Water facility at 13190 Gravois Road and a Final Development Plan for the 21-lot Gates Manor subdivision. They will also vote on ordinances establishing conflict-of-interest procedures, a 2023 budget adjustment, bond requirement changes, and a fee-waiver agreement with MSD. Consent agenda items include special event permits for St. Justin Martyr's Fall Festival and Laumeier After Dark.

• Public hearing: Conditional Use Permit for Water Systems Facility at 13190 Gravois Road (Missouri American Water)
• Public hearing: Final Development Plan for 21-lot Gates Manor subdivision (PD-RV zoned)
• Bill 25: Ordinance establishing conflict-of-interest disclosure procedures (first reading)
• Bill 26: Ordinance approving 2023 budget adjustment (first reading)
• Resolution 687: Accepting donation of pink granite for Route 66 sign at 10709 Watson Road

The Board approved a final development plan for a 21-lot single-family home subdivision at Gates Manor. Several ordinances were passed regarding traffic study requirements, budget adjustments, and conflict of interest disclosures. A request for a water systems facility conditional use permit was denied.

• Approved Bill No. 21 regarding traffic study requirements (7-1)
• Approved Bill No. 22 regarding traffic study requirements (8-0)
• Approved Bill No. 25 establishing conflict of interest disclosure procedures (8-0)
• Approved Bill No. 26 for 2023 budget adjustments (8-0)
• Approved Bill No. 27 amending code provisions relating to bonds (8-0)
• Denied Bill No. 28 for Missouri American Water, Inc. conditional use permit (3-5)
• Approved Bill No. 29 for Gates Manor Subdivision final development plan (7-1)
• Approved motion to bring back legislation to waive $15,000 stipulation on budgeted vehicles (unanimous)

Public Works Committee

The Sunset Hills Public Works Committee is meeting virtually to discuss several infrastructure items, including an MSD agreement, traffic calming on Denny Road, stormwater issues on Roanna Lane, and a parking lot sealcoat project. They will also receive updates on ongoing projects such as sidewalk and road improvements.

• MSD Agreement
• Traffic Calming – Denny Road
• Roanna Lane – Stormwater Issues
• City Hall/Community Center Parking Lot Sealcoat Project
• Project updates: Eddie & Park Sidewalks, West Watson Road Improvement Project, Concrete Slab Replacement, Chip Seal

The committee met without a quorum and could not take formal action or approve minutes. Members discussed stormwater issues on Roanna Lane and traffic calming on Denny Road, with both items scheduled for the September agenda.

• No motions heard or approved due to lack of a quorum

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review a request for a consolidation plat involving three properties. The proposal seeks to adjust boundaries into a single property zoned as Planned Development-Limited Commercial.

• P-24-23: ODPT West Watson & Lindbergh Consolidation Plat
• Presentation regarding 3660 S. Lindbergh Blvd.

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved a request to consolidate three properties into one for a planned development. The commission also heard an informational presentation regarding a proposed Comfort Suites hotel at 3660 S. Lindbergh.

• Approved P-24-23 consolidation plat for West Watson & Lindbergh (unanimous)
• Approved July 5, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Art Committee

The Art Committee will review the June 2023 meeting minutes and receive updates on several ongoing projects. Discussions include electrical/traffic box updates along Lindbergh, Gravois, and Watson, as well as the Makers Market.

• Update on electrical/traffic boxes along Lindbergh, Gravois, and Watson
• Discussion regarding an Optical Illusion Area in the park
• Welcome Signage update
• Makers Market update

The committee reviewed art renderings for electrical and traffic boxes and requested specific design changes. Discussions were held regarding welcome signage and the Makers Market, but no final approvals for these projects were made.

• Approved June 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Requested design changes for electrical boxes #1 and #5
• Requested welcome signage designs based on original board design with stone finish
• Adjourned meeting at 7:04 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Sunset Hills Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on eight variance requests. These include a fence height variance, several sign variances, and three related variances for a property on Gravois Road. The board will also approve minutes from the May meeting.

• A-20-23: 3720 S. Lindbergh Blvd. — fence height variance from 6 ft to 8 ft
• A-21-23: 10893 Sunset Hills Plaza — wall sign on non-front-facing wall
• A-23-23, A-24-23, A-25-23: 13190 Gravois Road — rear setback reduction to 0 ft, height increase to 60 ft, gravel drivable surface
• A-22-23: 10705 Watson Road — total signage increase from 200 to 435 sq ft
• A-26-23, A-27-23: 10705 Watson Road — wall sign size and number variances

The Board of Adjustment approved several variance requests for local businesses and infrastructure. Decisions included permitting an oversized fence for noise reduction, allowing non-standard sign placement and sizing, and granting setbacks and height variances for a water facility.

• Approved 8-foot fence variance at 3720 S. Lindbergh Blvd (5-0)
• Approved wall sign variance for El Agave at 10893 Sunset Hills Plaza (5-0)
• Approved rear setback reduction to 0 feet for MAWC at 13190 Gravois Road (5-0)
• Approved building height increase to 60 feet for MAWC at 13190 Gravois Road (5-0)
• Approved gravel surface variance for MAWC at 13190 Gravois Road (5-0)
• Approved total signage increase to 308 sq ft for Holiday Inn at 10705 Watson Road (5-0)
• Approved 156 sq ft wall sign for Holiday Inn at 10705 Watson Road (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Sunset Hills Parks and Recreation Commission meets at Claire Gempp Davidson Memorial Conservation Area to approve May minutes and review reports from various committees. The primary new business item is a discussion on urban forestry, specifically a request for a tree preservation plan for the Gates Manor subdivision. The agenda also includes a walkthrough of the conservation area and a review of Eagle Scout projects.

• Request for Tree Preservation Plan for P-22-23 13190 Gates Manor Subdivision (The Sterling Company)
• Final Development Plan for a 21-lot single-family home development on property zoned PD-RV-Planned Development - Residential Villa
• Approval of Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes from May, 2023
• Walkthrough of Claire Gempp Davidson Memorial Conservation Area
• Review of Eagle Scout Projects

The commission unanimously approved the tree preservation plan for the 21-lot Gates Manor subdivision development. The approval included a recommendation to preserve larger trees on the outskirts and substitute specific tree species in the site plan. The board also reviewed updates on pickleball courts and Stieren Park projects.

• Approved May 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved tree preservation plan for Gates Manor subdivision (unanimous)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will discuss opportunities to support local restaurants and small retail through a passport program. The meeting also includes discussions on community outreach ideas and strategies to attract businesses to empty commercial spaces.

• Discussion on Passport program for local restaurants and small retail
• Discussion on attracting businesses to empty commercial space
• Community outreach ideas

The committee approved the minutes from the March 27, 2023, meeting. Members held discussions regarding a resident business punch card, a business awards program, community outreach, and strategies for filling vacant commercial spaces.

• Approved March 27, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Aldermen

The Sunset Hills Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings on two traffic study text amendments, reconsider a conditional use permit for a wireless telecommunications facility at 109 Deane Court, and conduct second readings on several ordinances including a rezoning of 12405-12417 West Watson Road and a conditional use permit for a bank with a drive-through. The board will also consider first readings for a carnival agreement, an easement for a sidewalk project, and resolutions for contracts and surplus property sales.

• Reconsideration of Conditional Use Permit for wireless facility at 109 Deane Court (Bill No. 8)
• Rezoning 12405, 12411, & 12417 West Watson Road from R-2 to PD-LC(B) (Bill No. 16)
• Conditional Use Permit for bank with drive-through for George Despotis (Bill No. 17)
• Public hearings on traffic study requirement amendments to Unified Development Ordinance (Bills No. 21 & 22)
• Resolution approving agreement for Custom Shade Canopies at Athletic Complex (Resolution No. 683)

The Board of Aldermen approved several ordinances including a conditional use permit for a wireless facility and a bank with a drive-through. They also approved a lot split, a zoning change for West Watson Road, and the installation of a Historic Route 66 neon sign.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for wireless facility at 109 Deane Court (6-2)
• Approved lot split for 9831 Sappington Road (8-0)
• Approved Unified Development Ordinance amendment for Improvement Guarantee Releases (8-0)
• Approved rezoning of 12405, 12411, & 12417 West Watson Road to Planned Development-Limited Commercial (7-1)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for bank with drive-through for George Despotis (7-1)
• Approved Preliminary Development Plan for 12405, 12411, & 12417 West Watson Road with required water feature (7-1)
• Approved Historic Route 66 neon sign at 10709 Watson Road (6-2)
• Approved consent agenda including bills and two special event requests (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Sunset Hills Finance Committee is meeting to review the 2023 mid-year budget, including proposed adjustments, revenue and expenditures by fund, and expenditures by department and type. They will also consider an amendment to the committee's responsibilities to review all lease and sale contracts, and receive updates on cash and investment management, including CD purchases through MOSIP.

• Mid-year budget review with proposed adjustments
• Revenue and expenditures by fund summary
• Expenditures by department and type
• Amendment to Finance Committee responsibilities to review all lease and sale contracts
• Cash and investment management updates, including CD purchases via MOSIP

The Finance Committee recommended a mid-year budget amendment and a new ordinance requiring the committee to review all city real property lease and sale contracts. The committee also approved specific employee level changes and the purchase of certificates of deposit through MOSIP.

• Recommended mid-year budget amendment to the Board of Aldermen (All ayes)
• Recommended Ordinance to require Finance Committee review of all city real property leases and sales (All ayes)
• Approved purchase of certificates of deposit through MOSIP and further research into long-term purchases (All ayes)
• Approved changes in employee levels included in the budget (All ayes)
• Approved June 5, 2023 minutes (All ayes)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider two new business items. These include a request for a conditional use permit for water system facilities and a final development plan for a residential subdivision.

• Conditional use permit for water systems facilities at 13190 Gravois Road
• Final Development Plan for Gates Manor Subdivision, a 21-lot single family home development

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended two petitions to the Board of Aldermen for approval. These include a conditional use permit for a water systems facility and a final development plan for a single-family home subdivision.

• Approved June 7, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Recommended P-19-23 conditional use permit for water systems facility at 13190 Gravois Road to Board of Aldermen for approval, pending Board of Adjustment variance approvals (unanimous)
• Recommended P-22-23 Final Development Plan for 21-lot single family home development at Gates Manor to Board of Aldermen for approval (unanimous)

Art Committee

The Art Committee will meet to review April 2023 minutes and receive updates on several ongoing projects. Discussions include electrical/traffic box updates along Lindbergh, Gravois, and Watson, as well as progress on donated sculptures.

• Update on electrical/traffic boxes along Lindbergh, Gravois, and Watson
• Discussion regarding an Optical Illusion Area in the park
• Update on two donated sculptures and Sculpture on the Move
• Makers Market update
• Welcome Signage discussion

The committee approved the April 2023 meeting minutes. Members reviewed three welcome signage concepts from Rudolph Signs and requested a revised design based on an original version with a stone finish. Updates were provided on the Makers Market, electrical box art, and the installation of donated sculptures.

• Approved April 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Requested revised welcome sign design from Rudolph Signs with stone finish instead of brick

Board of Adjustment

The Sunset Hills Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on two variance requests. The first seeks to allow an 8-foot fence at 3720 S. Lindbergh Blvd., exceeding the 6-foot maximum. The second seeks to allow a wall sign at 10893 Sunset Hills Plaza that is not on the required front-facing wall. The board will also approve minutes from the May meeting.

• Variance A-20-23: 8-foot fence at 3720 S. Lindbergh Blvd. (Aaron Sansone)
• Variance A-21-23: wall sign at 10893 Sunset Hills Plaza (El Agave)
• Approval of May minutes
• Public hearings for both variance requests

Pool Advisory Committee

The committee approved the May 2023 meeting minutes. Members discussed staffing levels, facility equipment needs, and a decline in membership sales and program revenue compared to 2022. The committee reviewed a draft survey to identify needed pool amenities and updates.

• Approved May 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen passed ordinances regarding the Missouri Local Government Employees Retirement System and taxation adjustments. A request for a wireless telecommunications facility permit was denied, and a motion for a second reading on a West Watson Road rezoning failed.

• Approved Bill No. 07 adding Public Safety Department to retirement system (8-0)
• Denied Bill No. 08 for wireless telecommunications facility at 109 Deane Court (3-5)
• Approved Bill No. 12 regarding taxation automatic adjustments (8-0)
• Approved Bill No. 14 amending Unified Development Ordinance neighborhood meeting notice (8-0)
• Denied motion for second reading on Bill No. 16 rezoning West Watson Road (4-4)
• Approved addition of driveway reconstruction language to Bill No. 17 (Unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including bills and liquor licenses (Unanimous)

Public Works Committee

The Sunset Hills Public Works Committee is meeting virtually to approve minutes, hear citizen comments, and receive updates on several ongoing infrastructure projects, including sidewalks, road improvements, and concrete replacements. The agenda is primarily informational, with no votes on specific contracts or ordinances listed.

• Approval of minutes from April 13, 2023
• Citizen comments (2 minutes per person, 10 minutes total)
• Eddie & Park Sidewalks project update
• West Watson Road Improvement Project – Phase 1 & 2 update
• Concrete Slab Replacement Project and Chip Seal Project updates

The committee approved the minutes from April 13, 2023. Members received status updates on several infrastructure projects, including sidewalk installations, road improvements, and concrete slab replacements.

• Approved April 13, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss multiple petitions for text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance and Code of Ordinances. The meeting also includes a request for a partial escrow release for the Maret Pointe subdivision.

• Text amendment P-16-23 regarding Section 7.5-2(m) and Appendix A
• Text amendment P-20-23 regarding traffic study requirements
• Text amendment P-21-23 regarding improvement guarantee releases
• Partial escrow release for Maret Pointe subdivision

The Commission approved a partial escrow release for Maret Pointe and recommended the Board of Aldermen take legal action against that developer for incomplete street work. It also recommended two text amendments to traffic study requirements and one regarding improvement guarantee releases.

• Approved release of $11,994.90 storm sewer escrow for Maret Pointe (6-2)
• Recommended Board of Aldermen notify Maret Pointe developer of default and pursue legal action (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of P-16-23 text amendment to traffic study 'level of service' standards (7-1)
• Recommended approval of P-20-23 text amendment allowing City to choose traffic study engineer (Unanimous)
• Approved May 3, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Lindbergh CID

The Shoppes at Sunset Hills Community Improvement District board will hold its annual meeting to consider a resolution adopting the 2024 budget and a resolution re-electing officers. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and general discussion.

• Resolution 2023-01: Adoption of a Budget for Calendar Year 2024
• Resolution 2023-02: Re-election of Officers

Finance Committee

The Sunset Hills Finance Committee is meeting to review and potentially approve the 2022 final audit report, approve prior meeting minutes, and discuss a proposed ordinance regarding utility tax rates. The agenda also includes updates on cash and investment management and the 2024 budget process timeline.

• 2022 final draft audit report and statements presented by Sikich LLC
• Proposed ordinance for maintenance of utility tax rates
• Approval of minutes from March 9, 2023 meeting
• Cash and investment management update
• 2024 budget process timeline review

The committee approved the 2022 financial statements and recommended the Board of Alderman do the same. Members also approved an ordinance to maintain current business license utility tax rates following a rate increase by Missouri American Water.

• Approved 2022 audit report and recommended Board of Alderman approval (All ayes)
• Approved March 9, 2023 meeting minutes (All ayes)
• Approved ordinance to maintain business license utility tax rate (All ayes)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen unanimously approved Resolution No. 680. This action authorizes the Mayor and City Administrator to execute a contract with Keeley Restoration Services.

• Approved Resolution No. 680 to contract with Keeley Restoration Services (Unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Sunset Hills Board of Adjustment will consider two variance applications submitted by Rebecca Braun for a property at 11 Meppen Court. The first seeks to reduce the required side setback from 10 feet to 8 feet, and the second seeks to reduce the rear setback from 30 feet to 10 feet, both for the construction of an attached garage. The board will also approve minutes from the April 27, 2023 meeting.

• Variance A-18-23: side setback reduction from 10' to 8' at 11 Meppen Court
• Variance A-19-23: rear setback reduction from 30' to 10' at 11 Meppen Court
• Both applications submitted by Rebecca Braun for attached garage construction
• Approval of April 27, 2023 minutes
• Meeting held in person and via Zoom

The Board of Adjustment approved two variance requests for a homeowner to construct an attached garage. The approvals allow the structure to deviate from standard side and rear setback requirements.

• Approved variance A-18-23 to reduce side setback from 10 feet to 8 feet at 11 Meppen Court (5-0)
• Approved variance A-19-23 to reduce rear setback from 30 feet to 10 feet at 11 Meppen Court (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the April 27, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

Police Advisory Board

The Police Advisory Board unanimously recommended a budget adjustment to purchase replacement patrol vehicles. The board also received updates on community safety events and the South County Task Force.

• Approved February 07, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended budget adjustment for replacement patrol vehicles (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Board

The board approved a $150,000 bid from Leritz for a parking area at Stieren Park and authorized the installation of an Eagle Scout memorial plaque. The Pool Advisory Committee approved its April 2023 minutes, while the Parks & Recreation Commission minutes were not approved due to a lack of quorum.

• Approved $150,000 Leritz bid for Stieren Park parking area
• Approved installation of Eagle Scout memorial plaque near basketball court
• Approved April 2023 Pool Advisory minutes (unanimous)
• Did not approve April 2023 Parks & Recreation Commission minutes (no quorum)

Gempp Commission

The Claire Gempp Davidson Memorial Conservation Commission is meeting to approve the February 2023 minutes, discuss old and new business, and conduct a walk-through of the conservation area. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Approval of February 2023 minutes
• Walk-through of the property at 9227 Sappington Road

The commission approved the minutes from the February 2023 meeting. Members conducted a property walk-through and identified several maintenance tasks, including tree removals and landscaping needs, to be addressed.

• Approved February 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Sunset Hills Board of Aldermen is holding a special meeting on May 12, 2023, at 9:00 A.M. The agenda includes roll call, approval of the agenda, and a request to meet in closed session to discuss legal matters under state statute. The meeting is largely procedural, with the only substantive item being the closed session.

• Closed session to discuss legal matters under 610.21.(1)
• Special meeting called by Mayor Patricia Fribis
• Meeting held at 815 Olive St., Third Floor, St. Louis, MO

The Board of Aldermen held a special meeting that consisted primarily of a closed session. No substantive public decisions or legislative actions were recorded.

• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss legal matters (5-0)

Board of Aldermen

The Sunset Hills Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings and first readings on a conditional use permit for a telecommunications facility at 109 Deane Court and a second hotel at 3660 South Lindbergh Boulevard (postponement requested). They will also conduct second readings on ordinances regarding commercial vehicle parking, construction traffic deposits, sale of 118 Monica Drive, Historic Route 66 neon sign preservation, and parking area surfacing/drainage. New business includes adding the Public Safety Department to LAGERS, purchasing property near Lynnstone Park, and approving a contract for asphalt parking at Stieren Park.

• Public hearing: Conditional Use Permit for telecommunications facility at 109 Deane Court (Cellective Solutions)
• Public hearing: Conditional Use Permit and Development Plan for second hotel at 3660 South Lindbergh Boulevard (BMGR SSHD, LLC) - postponement requested
• Second reading: Ordinance prohibiting commercial vehicles parking on residential driveways if visible from street (Bill No. 58)
• Second reading: Ordinance to sell 118 Monica Drive (Bill No. 03)
• Resolution No. 679: Contract with Leritz Contracting for asphalt parking at Stieren Park

The Board of Aldermen passed several ordinances regarding street maintenance fees, real estate sales and purchases, and sign regulations. A proposed ordinance to prohibit commercial vehicles from parking on residential driveways was defeated. The Board also approved a contract for Leritz Contracting Incorporated.

• Approved Construction Traffic Deposit Fee for streets (Bill No. 02) (7-0)
• Approved sale of 118 Monica Drive (Bill No. 03) (7-0)
• Approved preservation of Historic Route 66 neon signs (Bill No. 05) (5-2)
• Approved parking area surfacing and drainage amendments including POS and NU zoning (Bill No. 06) (6-1)
• Approved purchase of property near Lynnstone Park (Bill No. 11) (7-0)
• Approved contract for Leritz Contracting Incorporated (Resolution No. 679) (Unanimous)
• Denied ordinance prohibiting commercial vehicles on residential driveways (Bill No. 58) (3-4)
• Approved Faith Church fireworks display request (Unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider a petition for a lot split at 9831 Sappington Road and a proposed amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance. One previously submitted text amendment has been postponed.

• Lot split petition (P-17-23) at 9831 Sappington Road
• Text Amendment petition (P-18-23) to amend Section 7.4.1 of the Unified Development Ordinance
• Postponed text amendment (P-16-23) regarding Section 7.5-2(m) and Appendix A

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of a lot split at 9831 Sappington Road (P-18-23) and a text amendment to Section 7.4.1 of the Unified Development Ordinance (P-18-23). The lot split divides a 6.77-acre parcel into a 1-acre lot and a remainder, with conditions including a new address, Mehlville Fire District approval, and a cross access easement. The text amendment requires the Mayor and two Aldermen from the ward to be invited to neighborhood meetings before applications are filed.

• Approved minutes of April 5, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended lot split at 9831 Sappington Road to Board of Aldermen with conditions (unanimous)
• Recommended text amendment to UDO Section 7.4.1 to Board of Aldermen (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Sunset Hills Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on six variance applications. These include requests for two ground signs at 10151 Sappington Rd., front and rear setback reductions for a home at 10652 Roanna Lane, height and setback variances for a wireless monopole at 109 Deane Court, and lighting standard changes at 3600 S. Lindbergh Blvd. The board will also approve minutes from the March 23 meeting.

• Variance for two ground signs at 10151 Sappington Rd. (A-12-23)
• Front setback reduction from 40' to 26' at 10652 Roanna Lane (A-13-23)
• Rear setback reduction from 30' to 19.6' at 10652 Roanna Lane (A-14-23)
• Monopole height increase from 100' to 106' at 109 Deane Court (A-15-23)
• Lighting variances at 3600 S. Lindbergh Blvd. (A-17-23)

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance for a church to install a second ground sign and granted two setback variances for a single-family residence. The Board also approved height and setback variances for a new wireless monopole at 109 Deane Court.

• Approved variance for two ground signs at 10151 Sappington Rd (5-0)
• Approved front setback variance from 40' to 26' at 10652 Roanna Lane (5-0)
• Approved rear setback variance from 30' to 19.6' at 10652 Roanna Lane (5-0)
• Approved monopole height variance from 100' to 106' at 109 Deane Court (5-0)
• Approved monopole setback variance from 860' to 96' at 109 Deane Court (5-0)
• Approved March 23, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Sunset Hills Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve March minutes and receive updates on ongoing projects, including pickleball courts, Stieren Park restroom/playground/asphalt work, Minnie Ha Ha Park trails, and aquatic facility landscaping and painting. The board will also hear reports from various committees and discuss new business such as Eagle Scout projects and urban forestry.

• Pickleball court update
• Stieren Park Projects: restroom, playground, asphalt
• Minnie Ha Ha Park trail updates
• Aquatic Facility updates: landscaping, painting, water feature
• Presentation from Social Indoor (marketing idea)

The Board approved a proposal from Social Indoor STL to install digital video monitors in the community center and pool area. The commission also accepted the March 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approved proposal from Social Indoor STL to install digital video monitors (Unanimous)
• Approved March 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Awarded $35,000 bid to McConnel and Associates for Minnie Ha Ha asphalt projects

Board of Aldermen

The Sunset Hills Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings and first readings on two text amendments: one to preserve Historic Route 66 neon signs and another to allow gravel parking lots in certain zoning districts. They will also conduct second readings on ordinances banning commercial vehicles on residential driveways and expanding the smoking ban to all city property. The board will consider several contracts, including for police internet, monument signs, copiers, and asphalt maintenance, and will recognize election results and new officials.

• Public hearing on text amendment to add Section 22 to Appendix D for preservation of Historic Route 66 neon signs
• Public hearing on text amendment to allow gravel parking lots in PD-LI and LI zoning districts
• Second reading of ordinance prohibiting commercial vehicles on driveways in residential areas if visible from street
• Second reading of ordinance expanding no-smoking ban to all city-owned and leased property
• Resolution approving contract with Missouri Petroleum Products for asphalt maintenance services

The Board approved an ordinance prohibiting smoking on all city-owned and leased property and adopted a budget adjustment for 2022. A contract with JSB Tapawingo Holdings, LLC was also approved. The board postponed a vote on commercial vehicle parking restrictions in residential areas.

• Approved Bill No. 59 prohibiting smoking on all City leased and owned property (7-0)
• Approved Bill No. 60 contract with JSB Tapawingo Holdings, LLC (7-0)
• Approved Bill No. 01 budget adjustment to the 2022 Budget (7-0)
• Postponed Bill No. 58 regarding commercial vehicle parking on residential driveways
• Approved consent agenda including temporary liquor licenses for Laumeier Art Fair and a car show at Fairway Automotive
• Approved March 28, 2023 special and closed session minutes

Art Committee

The committee will discuss updates regarding lifeguard staffing and fee structures. Members will also review facility maintenance needs and membership sales.

• Lifeguard update
• Fee structure update
• Facility updates including painting and shed maintenance
• Membership sales update

The minutes provide an agenda for the meeting but do not record any substantive decisions, votes, or outcomes. The document is procedural and does not list actions taken on the items discussed.

Pool Advisory Committee

The committee will review lifeguard and fee structure updates under old business. New business includes discussions on membership sales and facility maintenance such as painting and sheds.

• Lifeguard update
• Fee structure update
• Facility updates including painting and shed
• Membership sales update

The committee reviewed updates on lifeguard staffing, facility maintenance, and membership sales. The Director of Parks and Recreation reported price increases for 2023 pool fees and memberships.

• Approved February 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Public Works Committee

The Sunset Hills Public Works Committee is meeting virtually to discuss several items, including a study of the Kennerly Road/Old Gravois intersection, a proposed 'No Mow April' initiative, and updates on local projects. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and citizen comments.

• Kennerly Road/Old Gravois Intersection Study
• No Mow April initiative
• Bass Pro Shops project update
• Eddie & Park sidewalks project update
• West Watson Road Improvement Project – Phase 1 & 2 update

The committee unanimously approved the March 2, 2023, meeting minutes. Members discussed potential traffic studies for the Kennerly Road and Old Gravois intersection and debated proposed changes to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) traffic study requirements.

• Approved March 2, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission is considering conditional use permits for a new hotel at 3660 South Lindbergh Boulevard and a telecommunications facility at 109 Deane Court. Several other petitions regarding zoning changes and parking lots have been postponed.

• Conditional Use Permit for a telecommunications facility at 109 Deane Court
• Conditional Use Permit for a second hotel at 3660 South Lindbergh Boulevard
• Development Plan for commercial development at 3660 South Lindbergh Boulevard
• Postponed zoning change and parking lot petitions for 10611 East Watson Road

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval for a telecommunications facility at 109 Deane Court. Two petitions for a second hotel and related commercial development at 3660 South Lindbergh Boulevard were denied. Three other petitions regarding zoning and parking lots were postponed.

• Recommended approval of telecommunications facility at 109 Deane Court to Board of Aldermen (6-2)
• Denied Conditional Use Permit for second hotel at 3660 South Lindbergh Boulevard (1-7)
• Denied Development Plan for commercial development at 3660 South Lindbergh Boulevard (0-8)
• Postponed P-06-23 text amendment for parking lots in Commercial and Industrial districts
• Postponed P-07-23 zoning change to Local Commercial at 10611 East Watson Road
• Postponed P-08-23 development plan for parking lot at 10611 East Watson Road
• Approved March 8, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Sunset Hills Board of Aldermen is holding a special meeting to conduct second readings of several ordinances, including a conditional use permit for a marijuana dispensary at 10425 Watson Road, and to consider first readings of new ordinances on commercial vehicle parking and smoking restrictions. The board will also approve consent agenda items for temporary events and liquor licenses, and may enter closed session for legal and real estate matters.

• Second reading of Bill 51: Conditional Use Permit for QPS Missouri Holdings LLC for a Comprehensive Dispensary Facility at 10425 Watson Road
• Second reading of Bill 52: Amending Unified Development Ordinance Section 8 on Conditional Use Permits
• Second readings of Bills 53 and 54: Budget adjustments for 2022 and 2023
• First reading of Bill 58: Prohibiting commercial vehicles parking on residential driveways if visible from street
• First reading of Bill 60: Contract with JSB Tapawingo Holdings LLC for Watson Road property

The Board of Aldermen approved a conditional use permit for a comprehensive dispensary facility and passed budget adjustments for 2022 and 2023. Several ordinances were passed to authorize the installation of fire hydrants at Bass Pro Shops, Sunset Reserve Subdivision, and Vistas at Stone Castle. The Board also directed staff to designate smoking areas in city parks rather than implementing a total ban.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for QPS Missouri Holdings, LLC dispensary at 10425 Watson Road (8-0)
• Approved amendment to Unified Development Ordinance regarding Conditional Use Permits (8-0)
• Approved 2022 budget adjustment (8-0)
• Approved 2023 budget adjustment (8-0)
• Approved installation/relocation of fire hydrants for Bass Pro Shops (8-0)
• Approved installation of three fire hydrants for Sunset Reserve Subdivision (8-0)
• Approved installation of one fire hydrant for Vistas at Stone Castle (8-0)
• Approved motion to draft ordinance re-classifying Communications Officers for retirement eligibility

Art Committee

The Art Committee will review previous meeting minutes and discuss several ongoing projects. Discussions include updates on electrical and traffic boxes near Lindbergh, Gravois, and Watson, as well as donated sculptures.

• Update on electrical/traffic boxes along Lindbergh/Gravois/Watson
• Discussion of two donated sculptures
• Discussion of Optical Illusion Area in park
• Selection for Sculpture on the move

The committee agreed to install two donated sculptures from Holiday Inn in the community center landscaping beds. Members discussed potential optical illusion art and Braille panels for Watson Trail Park, but no final decision was made.

• Approved February 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved installation of two donated Holiday Inn sculptures at community center landscaping beds
• Directed Director of Parks and Recreation to research costs and sizes for wall art, concrete floors, wallpaper, panels, and signage
• Adjourned meeting at 7:47 p.m. (unanimous)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will meet virtually to discuss ways to support local businesses. The discussion includes a passport program for local restaurants and small retail.

• Discussion of Passport program for local restaurants and small retail

Board of Adjustment

The Sunset Hills Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on five variance applications submitted by Olga Despotis Perpetuities Trust for new developments at 3825 South Lindbergh Boulevard and at 12406 Court Drive, 3851 and 3863 South Lindbergh Boulevard. The variances seek to reduce required landscape buffers, building setbacks, and parking lot setbacks. The board will also receive an update on a text amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding Board of Adjustment procedures.

• Variance A-07-23: reduce Type C landscape buffer from 10 ornamental trees, 10 canopy/evergreen trees, 50 shrubs to 4 ornamental trees, 17 canopy/evergreen trees, 0 shrubs at 3825 South Lindbergh Blvd.
• Variance A-08-23: reduce building setback from residential property line from 75 feet to 15 feet at 3825 South Lindbergh Blvd.
• Variance A-09-23: reduce parking lot setback from 5 feet to 0 feet at 3825 South Lindbergh Blvd.
• Variance A-10-23: reduce building setback from residential property line from 75 feet to 25 feet at 12406 Court Drive, 3851 and 3863 South Lindbergh Blvd.
• Variance A-11-23: reduce parking lot setback from 5 feet to 0 feet at 12406 Court Drive, 3851 and 3863 South Lindbergh Blvd.

The Board of Adjustment approved three variance requests for a new development at 3825 South Lindbergh Boulevard. Two other variance requests for properties at 12406 Court Drive and 3851/3863 South Lindbergh Boulevard were denied.

• Approved variance for landscape buffer contents at 3825 South Lindbergh Blvd (4-0)
• Approved building setback variance from 75 feet to 15 feet at 3825 South Lindbergh Blvd (4-0)
• Approved parking lot setback variance from 5 feet to 0 feet at 3825 South Lindbergh Blvd (4-0)
• Denied building setback variance from 75 feet to 25 feet at 12406 Court Drive, 3851 and 3863 South Lindbergh Blvd (3-1)
• Denied parking lot setback variance from 5 feet to 0 feet at 12406 Court Drive, 3851 and 3863 South Lindbergh Blvd (3-1)
• Approved February 23, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Sunset Hills Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve February minutes and receive updates on several ongoing projects, including pickleball courts, the Stieren Playground, Minnie Ha Ha Park trails, and pool painting. The board will also discuss new business items such as Eagle Scout projects, urban forestry, a potential no-smoking policy in parks, and community center protocol upgrades.

• Pickleball court update
• Stieren Playground Project
• Minnie Ha Ha Park trail updates
• Pool Painting update
• Discussion of No Smoking throughout park system and/or facilities

The commission unanimously approved an ordinance prohibiting smoking and the use of tobacco or marijuana on all city-owned or leased property. The board also awarded bids for asphalt work at Minnie Ha Ha and pool painting.

• Approved no-smoking ordinance for all city property and parks (unanimous)
• Awarded $35,000 bid to McConnel and Associates for Minnie Ha Ha asphalt projects
• Selected Bazan Painting for Leisure pool painting
• Selected Hutchinson and Design for Stieren Playground Project
• Approved January 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Sunset Hills Board of Aldermen is holding a special virtual meeting. The main item is a request to enter closed session to discuss legal matters, followed by adjournment. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Request to meet in closed session pursuant to 610.21.(1) to discuss legal matters
• Special meeting called by Aldermen Christine Lieber, Lindsay Hof, and Fred Daues
• Meeting held virtually via Zoom

The Board of Aldermen held a special meeting to discuss the legality and ethics of influencing the Board of Adjustment. No substantive policy decisions were made in open session, though the board voted to enter a closed session to discuss legal matters.

• Approved agenda as listed (Unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss legal matters (6-1)

Board of Aldermen

The Sunset Hills Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings and consider several ordinances, including a conditional use permit for a marijuana dispensary and amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance. They will also review consent agenda items, presentations on new developments, and various contracts and resolutions.

• Public hearing for amended Conditional Use Permit for QPS Missouri Holdings at 10425 Watson Road (marijuana dispensary)
• First reading of Bill 51 granting Conditional Use Permit for comprehensive dispensary facility at 10425 Watson Road
• Consent agenda includes liquor license for El Agave Mexican Restaurant and special events for Swank Motion Pictures, Memories Car Club, and Laumeier Sculpture Park
• Resolution 670 approving contract with Bazan Painting Company for aquatic facility painting
• Resolution 672 approving contract for playground fitness equipment at Steiren

The Board passed ordinances regarding marijuana land use and minor subdivision plats, while denying an amendment to the Board of Adjustment duties. It also approved temporary occupancy for Bass Pro Shops and a temporary gravel lot permit with escrow requirements.

• Approved temporary occupancy for Bass Pro Shops through 2025 with $145,000 escrow
• Approved temporary gravel lot permit with $15,000 escrow and July 10, 2023 removal date
• Passed Bill No. 43 (Minor Subdivision Plat for 4610 South Lindbergh Boulevard) (5-0)
• Passed Bill No. 44 (Planned Developments UDO amendment) (5-0)
• Failed Bill No. 45 (Board of Adjustment duties amendment) (0-5)
• Passed Bill No. 46 (Marijuana land uses UDO amendment) (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 669 to sell surplus property via Gov.Deals
• Approved contracts for Bazan Painting Company, Mac McConnell & Associates, and Hutchison Recreation & Design

Finance Committee

The Sunset Hills Finance Committee will review and discuss retirement plan enhancement options for 2024, including a potential spinoff of public safety pensions, and will consider final budget adjustments for 2022 and 2023. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and additional information on MOSIP, arbitrage management, and CD early withdrawal.

• Retirement plan enhancement options for 2024 presented by Alderman Epperson
• Public safety pension spinoff FAQ and LAGERS response
• 2022 final budget adjustment
• 2023 budget adjustment with quote from Ed Roehr
• Discussion of MOSIP annual report and current interest rates

The committee recommended contracting with MOSIP for depository services and approved the 2022 final budget adjustment. It also recommended reclassifying Communications Officers under LAGERS to lower their retirement age. A proposal for a 457(b) plan matching contribution was discussed but no motion was made.

• Recommended reclassifying Communications Officers as Police under LAGERS (All ayes)
• Recommended contracting with MOSIP for depository services (All ayes)
• Recommended approval of 2022 Final Budget Amendment, favorable by $1.5 million (All ayes)
• Recommended approval of 2023 Budget Amendment for $11,000 in police riot gear (All ayes)
• Decided to keep three city CDs to maturity to avoid net loss from early withdrawal
• Approved January 30, 2023 minutes (All ayes)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss three proposed text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance: one by the city to amend Section 8.1, one by the Historical Society to add regulations for Historic Route 66 neon signs, and one by a resident to allow gravel parking lots in certain zoning districts. Two prior petitions for a hotel and commercial development at 3660 South Lindbergh Boulevard have been removed from the agenda. The commission will also consider a partial escrow release for the Maret Pointe Subdivision.

• Text amendment P-10-23 by the City of Sunset Hills to amend Section 8.1 of the Unified Development Ordinance
• Text amendment P-11-23 by the Sunset Hills Historical Society to add Section 22 Preservation of Historic Route 66 Neon Signs to sign regulations
• Text amendment P-12-23 by Thomas Batsch to allow existing parking lots in PD-LI and LI Zoning Districts to be gravel
• Partial escrow release for Maret Pointe Subdivision related to water infrastructure
• Petitions for a hotel and commercial development at 3660 South Lindbergh Boulevard (P-01-23 and P-02-23) have been removed from the agenda

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended three text amendments to the Board of Aldermen regarding conditional use permits, historic neon signs, and gravel parking. The commission denied a developer's request for a partial escrow release for the Maret Pointe Subdivision following resident opposition regarding street conditions.

• Recommended approval of UDO Section 8.1 text amendment for Conditional Use Permits (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of UDO Appendix D amendment for Historic Route 66 neon signs with specific size and placement restrictions (6-1)
• Recommended approval of UDO Section 4.1.3-1 amendment allowing existing gravel parking in PD-LI and LI districts (Unanimous)
• Denied partial escrow release for Maret Pointe Subdivision water improvements (0-7)
• Approved February 1, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (Unanimous)

Public Works Committee

The Sunset Hills Public Works Committee meets virtually to discuss and receive updates on several infrastructure items. Topics include tractor trailer traffic on residential streets, Leebur sidewalks, new street name signs, a storm water study for Forest Path and Shadow Lane, a street damage reimbursement ordinance, and a stone wall at 12224 Birdhaven on Kennerly Road. The committee will also receive project updates on Bass Pro Shops, Eddie & Park sidewalks, and the West Watson Road Improvement Project.

• Tractor trailer truck traffic on residential streets
• Leebur sidewalks
• Storm water study for Forest Path & Shadow Lane
• Street damage reimbursement ordinance
• Stone wall at 12224 Birdhaven on Kennerly Road

The committee approved the minutes from December 1, 2022. Other items, including sidewalk projects and storm water studies, were discussed but no formal actions were taken.

• Approved minutes from December 1, 2022 (unanimous)

Swim & Dive Advisory Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Members discussed the need to clean up the registration process using Team Unify software and the desire to hold quick meetings after meets.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:08pm (unanimous)

Art Committee

The Art Committee of Sunset Hills, Missouri will meet on Monday, February 27 at the Community Center. Members will discuss updates on electrical/traffic boxes along Lindbergh/Gravois/Watson, the Makers Market, two donated sculptures, and an optical illusion area in a park. The main action item is selecting the top 15 sculptures for the Sculpture on the Move program.

• Selection of top 15 sculptures for Sculpture on the Move program
• Update on electrical/traffic boxes along Lindbergh/Gravois/Watson
• Update on Makers Market
• Discussion of two donated sculptures
• Discussion of optical illusion area in park

The committee selected 15 sculptures for the Sculpture on the Move program and approved the September 2022 meeting minutes. Discussions were held regarding the Makers Market, donated sculptures from Holiday Inn, and a proposed optical illusion area at Watson Trail Park.

• Approved September 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Selected top 15 sculptures for Sculpture on the Move
• Tabled decision on Holiday Inn sculpture installation pending in-person viewing
• Tabled optical illusion area proposal pending cost estimates

Board of Aldermen

The Sunset Hills Board of Aldermen is holding a special virtual meeting to consider Bill No. 50, which would appoint and engage special counsel for the city and authorize an engagement letter. The bill is scheduled for a first reading, with staff requesting a second reading. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Bill No. 50: Ordinance to appoint and engage special counsel and authorize execution of an engagement letter
• First reading of Bill No. 50, with staff requesting a second reading
• Special meeting called by Mayor Patricia Fribis, held virtually via Zoom

The Board of Aldermen passed Bill No. 50, which appoints and engages the services of special counsel for the city. The bill was read for a first and second reading during the special session before being approved as Ordinance # 2277.

• Approved Bill No. 50 to engage special counsel (6-1)

Board of Adjustment

The Sunset Hills Board of Adjustment will consider two variance requests for an electronic message sign at 10151 Sappington Road. The first seeks to increase the allowed sign height from 8 to 12 feet, and the second to reduce the required 100-foot setback from residentially zoned property to 10 feet. The board will also approve minutes from the January 26 meeting.

• Variance A-05-23: sign height from 8' to 12' at 10151 Sappington Road
• Variance A-06-23: setback from 100' to 10' from residential property for an electronic message sign
• Approval of minutes from January 26, 2023 meeting

The Board of Adjustment approved two variance petitions for an electronic message sign at 10151 Sappington Road. The approvals require the installation of a landscape island around the base of the sign and compliance with all other Appendix D requirements.

• Approved January 26, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved variance A-05-23 to increase ground sign height from 8 feet to 12 feet (5-0)
• Approved variance A-06-23 to reduce setback from residentially zoned property from 100 feet to 10 feet (5-0)

Pool Advisory Committee

The Sunset Hills Pool Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss pool operations, including updates on repairs, lifeguard staffing, swim and dive team record boards, and concession stand prices. The agenda is mostly routine business with no major decisions or public hearings.

• Update on repairs to river pump and shed
• Lifeguard update
• Swim & Dive Team record boards discussion
• Review of concession stand prices
• Approval of September 2022 minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the September 2022 meeting. Members received updates on pump repairs, lifeguard staffing, and the completion of swim and dive record boards. Proposed 2023 concession stand price increases were reviewed.

• Approved September 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Sunset Hills Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings and first readings on ordinances including a gas station and convenience store at 12852 Maurer Industrial Drive, a minor subdivision at 4610 South Lindbergh Boulevard, and several Unified Development Ordinance amendments related to medical marijuana and other land uses. The board will also consider resolutions approving contracts for concrete work, an audit, a truck purchase, water heater replacement, and other services.

• Conditional Use Permit and Amended Development Plan for gas station/convenience store at 12852 Maurer Industrial Drive (postponement requested)
• Minor Subdivision Plat for 4610 South Lindbergh Boulevard (Gateway Christian Ministries)
• UDO amendments re: Planned Developments, Board of Adjustment, and marijuana land uses (Amendment 3 compliance)
• Resolution 659: contract with Groundworks Contracting Inc. for concrete slab replacement
• Resolution 662: purchase of 2021 Chevrolet Silverado

The Board of Aldermen approved several ordinances updating the city's investment policy, business development committee responsibilities, and marijuana land use compliance. Multiple contracts for city services and equipment were approved, while two development items for a gas station and convenience store were postponed.

• Approved Bill No. 40 regarding second reading procedures (5-2)
• Approved Bill No. 41 amending the City Investment Policy (7-0)
• Approved Bill No. 42 regarding Business Development Committee responsibilities (7-0)
• Approved Bill No. 49 regarding marijuana land use compliance (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 662 to purchase a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 663 to replace water heaters at Community Center (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 668 for concrete joint sealing with Sweetens Concrete Services (unanimous)
• Postponed Bills 47 and 48 regarding a gas station and convenience store at 12852 Maurer Industrial Drive

Police Advisory Board

The Sunset Hills Police Advisory Board is meeting to approve prior minutes, receive updates on community engagement, and discuss public safety FAQs. The board will also consider a public awareness campaign to prevent car break-ins and stolen vehicles, and review a LAGERS valuation related to first responder classification for communications officers.

• Discussion of first responder classification for communications officers, with LAGERS valuation document
• Public awareness campaign for prevention of car break-ins and stolen vehicles
• Community engagement update
• Review of public safety FAQs (2022)
• Approval of minutes from September 6, 2022

The board agreed to pass a proposal to classify Communication Officers as First Responders for retirement purposes to the finance committee. The board also pushed for a 457(b) city-wide retirement plan to be sent to the finance committee.

• Approved September 06, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to pass Communication Officer retirement age proposal to finance committee
• Agreed to push 457(b) retirement plan proposal to finance committee

Gempp Commission

The Claire Gempp Davidson Memorial Conservation Commission is meeting to approve minutes from November 2022 and discuss old business, including maintenance updates on invasive species, restrooms, wildflower cutting, an Eagle Scout seating project, and a tree planting project. New business includes a native grass area replanting. The agenda is largely routine maintenance and project updates.

• Approval of November 2022 minutes
• Maintenance update: invasive species, restroom, wildflower areas cutting
• Eagle Scout Project – seating area
• Tree planting project
• Native Grass Area replanting

The Commission unanimously approved the November 2022 meeting minutes. Members discussed ongoing invasive species removal, tree planting, and facility repairs. The group decided to delay the installation of a sign for the native grass area until plants are established.

• Approved November 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Decided to delay creating a sign for the native grass area
• Approved motion to adjourn meeting at 7:25pm (unanimous)

Public Works Committee

The Sunset Hills Public Works Committee is meeting virtually to discuss several infrastructure topics, including tractor trailer truck traffic on residential streets, new city street name signs, a stormwater study for Forest Path and Shadow Lane, a street damage reimbursement ordinance, and a stone wall issue on Kennerly Road. The committee will also receive project updates on Bass Pro Shops, Eddie & Park sidewalks, and the West Watson Road Improvement Project. Citizen comments are limited to 2 minutes each.

• Discussion of tractor trailer truck traffic on residential streets
• New city street name signs
• Storm water study for Forest Path & Shadow Lane
• Street damage reimbursement ordinance
• Kennerly Road (12224 Birdhaven) stone wall

Board of Aldermen

The Sunset Hills Board of Aldermen is holding a special virtual meeting to discuss a request from Whalen Custom Homes. After the discussion, the board will consider a closed session to discuss legal matters. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Discussion of Whalen Custom Homes request
• Possible closed session under 610.21.(1) for legal matters

The Board of Aldermen approved a four-day extension for a request from Whalen Custom Homes. This extension allows the applicant to obtain signatures from four Tapawingo HOAs. The matter will be addressed at the February 14, 2023 meeting.

• Approved four-day extension for Whalen Custom Homes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss legal matters (7-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss a petition to rezone three properties on West Watson Road from residential to planned commercial development, along with a conditional use permit and preliminary development plan for a motor vehicle-oriented business. Several other petitions have been postponed, including a hotel project and a parking lot development. The commission will also consider an amended conditional use permit for a business on Watson Road.

• Rezoning of 12405, 12411 & 12417 West Watson Road from R-2 Residential to PD-LC(B) Planned Development – Limited Commercial
• Conditional use permit for a motor vehicle-oriented business (MVOB) at the same West Watson Road properties
• Preliminary development plan for a motor vehicle-oriented business at 12405, 12411 & 12417 West Watson Road
• Amended conditional use permit for QPS Missouri Holdings LLC at 10425 Watson Road
• Closed session to discuss legal matters and confidential communications with the city attorney

The Planning and Zoning Commission denied three petitions for a motor vehicle-oriented business on West Watson Road. The commission recommended approval for a medical marijuana facility to convert to a comprehensive marijuana facility. Several other petitions were postponed.

• Denied zoning change for motor vehicle-oriented business at 12405, 12411 & 12417 West Watson Road (3-7)
• Denied conditional use permit for motor vehicle-oriented business at 12405, 12411 & 12417 West Watson Road (3-7)
• Denied preliminary development plan for motor vehicle-oriented business at 12405, 12411 & 12417 West Watson Road (3-7)
• Approved recommendation for conversion of medical marijuana facility to comprehensive facility at 10425 Watson Road (7-3)
• Postponed hotel construction permit and development plan at 3660 South Lindbergh Boulevard
• Postponed text amendment for parking lot permitted use in LC, GC, and LI districts
• Postponed zoning change and development plan for parking lot at 10611 East Watson Road
• Approved January 4, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Art Committee

The Art Committee will review previous meeting minutes and receive updates on several ongoing projects. Discussion topics include electrical/traffic boxes near Lindbergh, Gravois, and Watson, as well as the Makers Market.

• Update on Electrical/traffic boxes along Lindbergh/Gravois/Watson
• Update on Makers Market
• Discussion regarding two donated sculptures
• Discussion regarding an Optical Illusion Area in a park

Finance Committee

The Sunset Hills Finance Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, review the city's investment composition and policy, and consider a statement of work agreement with Sikich for the city's audit. The agenda is mostly routine financial oversight, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of October 24, 2022 Finance Committee minutes
• Review of MOSIP investment information
• Review of investment composition and codified investment policy
• Consideration of Sikich statement of work agreement for audit

The Finance Committee recommended increasing the maximum commercial paper allocation in the investment policy and approved the 2022 statement of work for auditors Sikich LLP. The committee also recommended upgrading a Finance Clerk I position to Finance Clerk II. No action was taken on the MOSIP investment opportunity.

• Approved October 24, 2022 minutes
• Recommended adjusting investment policy maximum allocation for commercial paper from 10% to 15%
• Recommended Board of Alderman sign Statement of Work Agreement with Sikich LLP
• Recommended changing Finance Clerk I (grade 5) position to grade 6

Board of Adjustment

The Sunset Hills Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three variance petitions: one to reduce a side setback for an existing shed, one to reduce a front setback for a parking lot (though staff determined this variance unnecessary), and one to allow solar panels in front of a primary structure. The board will also discuss possible changes to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding its procedures.

• Variance to reduce side setback from 10' to 3'7" for shed at 9801 Crestwick Drive
• Variance to reduce front setback from 10' to 5' for parking lot at 12852 Maurer Industrial Drive (deemed unnecessary)
• Variance to allow level of service E instead of D for new commercial development at 12852 Maurer Industrial Drive
• Variance to place solar panels in front of primary structure at 12503 West Watson Road
• Discussion on possible UDO changes to Board of Adjustment procedures

The Board approved setback variances for a residential shed and solar panel placement. A request to allow a lower level of service for traffic at a new commercial development was denied.

• Approved variance for side setback of existing shed at 9801 Crestwick Drive (5-0)
• Denied variance to allow level of service E instead of D for commercial development at 12852 Maurer Industrial Drive (3-2)
• Approved variance for solar panel placement in front of primary structure at 12503 West Watson Road (5-0)
• Determined variance for parking lot front setback at 12852 Maurer Industrial Drive was unnecessary

Parks & Recreation Board

The Sunset Hills Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to approve minutes from October 2022 and receive reports from various committees, including Pool, Fitness, and Art. Under new business, they will discuss Eagle Scout projects, urban forestry, and a pickleball court discussion. They will also get updates on budgeted items such as the mowing bid, Stieren items, and the park brochure.

• Discussion of Eagle Scout projects
• Urban forestry discussion
• Update on mowing bid
• Update on Stieren items
• Pickleball court discussion

The Parks and Recreation Commission unanimously approved the concept and estimates for fitness and playground equipment at the Stieren Area to be sent to the Board of Alderman for final approval. The board also approved the minutes from the October 2022 meeting.

• Approved fitness and playground equipment concept and estimates for Stieren Area (unanimous)
• Approved October 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Economic Development Committee

The Sunset Hills Economic Development Committee will hold a virtual meeting to discuss a business development ordinance and other matters deemed appropriate. The meeting includes introductions and adjournment.

• Discussion of Business Development Ordinance
• Other matters deemed appropriate

Board of Aldermen

The Sunset Hills Board of Aldermen is holding a special virtual meeting. The only substantive item is a request to meet in closed session to discuss legal matters, as permitted by state law. No public comments will be taken, and no other business is listed.

• Closed session under 610.21.(1) to discuss legal matters
• Special meeting called by Mayor Patricia Fribis
• Meeting held virtually via Zoom

The Board of Aldermen held a special meeting via Zoom. The board voted to enter a closed session to discuss legal matters before adjourning.

• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter closed session for legal matters (7-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Sunset Hills Board of Aldermen will hold a first reading of an ordinance to impose a 3% sales tax on adult-use marijuana, with a requested second reading. The board will also consider several contracts for equipment and services, and make appointments to city commissions. Public comments will be taken on topics other than public hearings.

• First reading of Bill No. 39: 3% recreational marijuana sales tax
• First reading of Bill No. 40: amending second reading procedures
• Resolution No. 654: contract with Eime Small Engine Repair LLC for mower
• Resolution No. 655: contract with Elliott Data Systems Inc. for building video cameras
• Resolution No. 656: contract with Viking Sives Midwest for a 2023 Freightliner truck

The Board of Aldermen passed ordinances to set compensation for the Municipal Judge and City Prosecutor and to impose an additional sales tax on adult-use marijuana retail sales. Several equipment and service contracts were approved, while a motion to change bill reading procedures failed.

• Approved Bill No. 37 setting compensation for Municipal Judge and City Prosecutor (8-0)
• Approved Bill No. 39 imposing additional sales tax on adult-use marijuana retail sales (8-0)
• Denied Bill No. 40 to amend procedures for second reading of a Bill (5-3)
• Approved Resolution No. 654 for mower replacement with Eime Small Engine Repair LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 655 for contract with Elliott Data Systems Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 656 and 657 for truck and truck body from Viking Sives Midwest (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 658 for mowing contract with Ideal Landscape (7-1)
• Approved re-appointments for Sherri Schmidt, Frank Pellegrini, Rich Gau, and Steve Young (Unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Sunset Hills Planning & Zoning Commission will consider several petitions, including a boundary adjustment, a conditional use permit for a gas station and convenience store, and an amended development plan at 12852 Maurer Industrial Drive. They will also review a conditional use permit for a hotel at 3660 South Lindbergh Boulevard and three text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance. Several items have been postponed or removed from the agenda.

• P-19-22: Conditional use permit for a gas station and convenience store at 12852 Maurer Industrial Drive
• P-01-23: Conditional use permit for a hotel at 3660 South Lindbergh Boulevard (postponed)
• P-03-23: Text amendment to Section 3 and Appendix A of the Unified Development Ordinance
• P-05-23: Text amendment to Section 3 and Section 5.11 regarding medical marijuana
• P-31-22: Minor subdivision petition by Gateway Christian Ministries at 4610 South Lindbergh Boulevard

The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended several text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance and approved a boundary adjustment for a gas station project. It also recommended approval for a minor subdivision at 4610 South Lindbergh Boulevard. Multiple petitions regarding commercial developments were postponed.

• Approved P-18-22 Boundary Adjustment Plat for 12852 Maurer Industrial Drive (unanimous)
• Recommended P-19-22 Conditional Use Permit for gas station at 12852 Maurer Industrial Drive for approval (unanimous)
• Recommended P-20-22 Amended Development Plan for 12852 Maurer Drive for approval with conditions (unanimous)
• Recommended P-31-22 Minor Subdivision at 4610 South Lindbergh Boulevard for approval with conditions (unanimous)
• Recommended P-03-23 Text Amendment to prohibit Planned Development Districts in residential areas (5-4)
• Recommended P-04-23 Text Amendment regarding Board of Adjustment variance criteria for approval (unanimous)
• Recommended P-05-23 Text Amendment for recreational marijuana sales to be limited to light industrial zoning (unanimous)
• Approved December 7, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)