Sunset Hills public meetings in 2024
73 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for December 26, 2024, has been cancelled.
Swim & Dive Advisory Committee
The Swim & Dive Advisory Committee will hold a routine meeting to approve previous minutes and receive committee reports on board positions, awards, social activities, volunteers, computers, apparel, and coaching. No major decisions or financial items are on the agenda.
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
- City report on board positions
- President's report covering awards, social, volunteers, computers, apparel, and dive representative
- Coaches report
- Discussion of next meeting date
Board of Aldermen
The Board of Aldermen will hold second readings for the 2025 operations budget and the 2025-2029 Capital Improvements Plan. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a subdivision plat on Mentz Hill Road and discussions on city insurance and pay plans.
- Public hearing for a Minor Subdivision Plat to subdivide two lots into four at 12381 and 12395 Mentz Hill Road
- Bill No. 97: 2025 Operations Budget for the General Revenue Fund (Second Reading)
- Bill No. 98: 2025-2029 Capital Improvements Plan (Second Reading)
- Resolution No. 742: Engineering services contract with Cochran for pickleball courts at Watson Trail Park
- Bill No. 99: Addition of a three-way stop at Robyn Road and Sunny Creek Lane (Second Reading)
The Board of Aldermen approved several ordinances, including a BMX facility lease with a reduced liability insurance requirement, the 2025 budget, and a capital improvements plan. A proposed three-way stop sign at Robyn Road and Sunny Creek Lane failed, and the board discussed alternative flashing signs. The board also approved contracts for engineering, insurance, and healthcare services.
- Approved Bill 89, vegetation and environmental regulations update (8-0)
- Approved Bill 95, BMX facility lease with $4M umbrella policy (Mayor broke 4-4 tie)
- Approved Bill 96, city pay plan amendment (8-0)
- Approved Bill 97, FY2025 operations budget (8-0)
- Approved Bill 98, 2025-2029 Capital Improvements Plan (8-0)
- Denied Bill 99, three-way stop at Robyn Road and Sunny Creek Lane (3-5)
- Approved Bill 101, SLATER radio system contract (8-0)
- Approved Bill 102, repealed Business Development Committee (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee meeting scheduled for December 5, 2024, has been cancelled. No other business is listed.
Planning & Zoning Commission
The regular Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for December 4, 2024, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.
Board of Adjustment
The Sunset Hills Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for November 21, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
Gempp Commission
The commission will consider approval of August 2024 minutes and review budget requests totaling $48,256 for grounds maintenance, facility maintenance, and equipment. Updates will be provided on meetings with the Missouri Department of Conservation regarding native plantings, tree removal, and volunteer events. New business includes maintenance updates on the student bench area and trail improvements.
- Budget request: $23,756 for grounds maintenance including invasive spraying and plant material
- Budget request: $5,000 for facility maintenance of restrooms, shed, and gazebo
- Budget request: $19,500 for equipment including camera, solar parking lighting, benches, and signage (camera already installed Oct 2024)
- Update on meetings with MDC regarding native plantings, tree removal, tree plantings, and volunteer day
- Maintenance updates on student bench area and trail improvement
Board of Aldermen
The Board of Aldermen will hold second readings on several ordinances, including amendments to vegetation and development regulations, a conditional use permit for an overnight hospitality room at Andre's at Sunset Hills (13366 West Watson Road), rezoning a .47-acre tract at 10910 Kennerly Road, and liquor code updates. First readings include the 2025 operations budget, the 2025-2029 capital improvements plan, a BMX facility license agreement at 801 Gravois Road, and a pay plan. Multiple contracts are up for approval, including Tyler Technologies, Sikich LLP, TextMyGov, and Above and Below Contracting for a culvert sink hole repair.
- Bill 97: Adoption of 2025 operations budget (first reading)
- Bill 98: Adoption of 2025-2029 Capital Improvements Plan (first reading)
- Bill 91: Conditional Use Permit for overnight hospitality room at Andre's at Sunset Hills (13366 West Watson Road)
- Bill 92: Rezoning .47 acres at 10910 Kennerly Road from PD-LC(C) to R-2
- Resolution 737: Contract with Tyler Technologies for software services
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will discuss construction impacts, review traffic data for Robyn Road/Sunny Creek, and consider bids for culvert repair at the public works salt dome. Project updates will cover city entrance signs, Maret Drive overlay, and West Watson Road improvement phases 2 and 3.
- Review of bids for sinkhole repair at the Public Works Salt Dome culvert
- Discussion of construction impacts on city infrastructure
- Traffic data presentation for Robyn Road/Sunny Creek
- Update on West Watson Road Improvement Project - Phase 2 and Phase 3
- Update on Maret Drive Overlay and City Entrance Signs
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet virtually to review a request for a Minor Subdivision Plat. The proposal involves dividing two lots into four lots on a 16.6-acre tract of land.
- P-07-24: Request to subdivide 12381 and 12395 Mentz Hill Road (zoned NU Non-Urban) into four lots
Art Committee
The Sunset Hills Art Committee will consider approving July 2024 minutes, receive an update on MoDOT electrical boxes, and discuss potential locations for sculpture installations. The meeting also includes a wrap-up of the Maker's Market event.
- Approval of July 2024 meeting minutes
- Update on MoDOT electrical boxes (old business)
- Discussion of potential sites/parks for sculpture
- Maker's Market wrap-up
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will discuss and make recommendations on the 2025 Budget, the 2025-2029 Capital Plan, and the 2025 Pay Plan. The committee will also review the 2024 audit engagement contract with Sikich LLP and a new BMX lease starting January 1, 2025. No dollar amounts or specific project names are provided in the agenda.
- Discussion and recommendation of the 2025 Budget
- Discussion and recommendation of the 2025-2029 Capital Plan
- Discussion and recommendation of the 2025 Pay Plan
- Review of the 2024 audit engagement contract with Sikich LLP
- Review of a new BMX lease starting January 1, 2025
Board of Adjustment
The October 24, 2024 Board of Adjustment meeting has been cancelled. No items were considered or discussed. The cancellation is the only action taken.
- Meeting cancelled; no public hearings or decisions scheduled
Board of Aldermen
The Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings and first readings on several bills, including amendments to vegetation and development standards (Chapter 27, UDO Sections 4 and 14), a conditional use permit for an overnight hospitality room at Andre's at Sunset Hills at 13366 West Watson Road, a rezoning of 0.47 acres at 10910 Kennerly Road from PD-LC(C) to R-2, and an amended development plan for Chestnut Rehab. They will also take a second reading of a traffic-calming program ordinance, consider liquor license requests, and vote on resolutions for surplus property and a new Livescan machine.
- Public hearings and first readings on Bills 88-90 amending Chapter 27 (vegetation) and UDO Sections 4 and 14 (development standards and definitions)
- Bill 91: Conditional use permit for an overnight hospitality room at Andre's at Sunset Hills on 15.1 acres at 13366 West Watson Road
- Bill 92: Rezoning of 0.47 acres at 10910 Kennerly Road from PD-LC(C) to R-2
- Bill 93: Amended Final Development Plan for Chestnut Rehab on 7.1 acres at 10910 Kennerly Road
- Bill 87 (second reading): Adoption of a traffic-calming program for residential streets
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, October 2, 2024, has been cancelled.
Board of Adjustment
The September 26, 2024 meeting of the Board of Adjustment has been cancelled. No items were considered or discussed.
Board of Aldermen
The Sunset Hills Board of Aldermen and Finance Committee will hold a budget work session to review the 2025 proposed budget, compare it to the 2024 forecast, and discuss revenue, expenditures, and capital plans. No formal decisions are scheduled; this is an informational review session.
Board of Aldermen
The Board of Aldermen holds a special meeting for the second reading of Bill 86, an ordinance establishing the annual rate of tax levy on all property within Sunset Hills for 2024. The board also plans to meet in closed session to discuss legal matters under state law. Public comments are accepted in person or via written submission.
- Second reading of Bill 86 to set 2024 property tax levy rates
- Request to meet in closed session per RSMo 610.021(1) for legal discussion
- Public comment period open for topics other than public hearings
- Meeting held in person at City Hall and virtually via Zoom
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Aldermen
The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to establish the 2024 annual property tax levy. The body is also reviewing compensation changes for the Mayor and Board members and proposing a new residential traffic-calming program.
- Public hearing and Bill No. 86 to establish the 2024 annual rate of tax levy
- Bill No. 87 to adopt a traffic-calming program for certain residential streets
- Bill No. 83 and 84 regarding new compensation rates for the Mayor and Board of Aldermen
- Resolution No. 734 to approve a contract with Anthem Insurance Company
- Resolution No. 733 to support the MSD OMCI property tax in the Gravois Creek Sub-District
The Board of Aldermen approved three ordinances: Bill 82 (preemption/state law changes), Bill 83 (mayor's compensation for 2026), and Bill 84 (aldermanic compensation for 2025/2026). They also approved Resolution 733 supporting the MSD OMCI property tax and Resolution 734 for an Anthem insurance contract with an addendum. The 2024 tax levy (Bill 86) had its first reading and was scheduled for a second reading on September 24.
- Approved Bill 82 (preemption/state law changes) 8-0
- Approved Bill 83 (mayor's compensation) 7-1
- Approved Bill 84 (aldermanic compensation) 6-2
- Approved Resolution 733 (MSD OMCI tax support) 7-1
- Approved Resolution 734 (Anthem contract with addendum) unanimously
- Consent agenda approved (bills, special events) unanimously
- Public hearing held on 2024 tax levy; first reading of Bill 86
- Traffic-calming program (Bill 87) had first reading
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will discuss the 2025-2029 Five Year Capital Plan and various infrastructure requests. The meeting includes reviews of stormwater grant funding and updates on road improvement projects.
- 2025-2029 PW Five Year Capital Plan
- MSD - OMCI Tax and stormwater grant funding
- Street light request for Manors At Lynstone Park
- Stop sign request for Robyn Road/Sunny Creek
- Updates on West Watson Road Improvement Project Phases 1 and 2
The Public Works Committee approved a motion to recommend installing flashing caution signage near Sunny Creek Lane and Robyn Road to address pedestrian safety concerns raised by a resident. The committee also recommended approval of the OMCI grant continuation resolution, which would allow the city to continue receiving stormwater funding from MSD. Additionally, the committee recommended pursuing Phase 3 of the West Watson Road sidewalk project for a grant, and tabled a decision on a second streetlight at Manors at Lynstone Park until the development is complete.
- Approved motion to recommend flashing caution signage near Sunny Creek Lane and Robyn Road (unanimous)
- Approved motion to recommend OMCI grant continuation resolution (3-1)
- Approved motion to recommend pursuing Phase 3 of West Watson Road sidewalk project for grant (3-1)
- Approved motion to wait until Manors at Lynstone Park development is constructed before reconsidering second streetlight (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from August 1, 2024 (unanimous)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a conditional use permit for a 15.1-acre light industrial tract at 13366 West Watson Road (Andre's at Sunset Hills), a re-zoning of a 0.47-acre lot near Kennerly Road, and three text amendments to the city code and Unified Development Ordinance. The commission will also review an amended final development plan and a boundary adjustment plat at 10910 Kennerly Road. The meeting begins with approval of the July 3 minutes.
- Conditional Use Permit (P-11-24) for 15.1 acres at 13366 West Watson Road (Andre’s at Sunset Hills)
- Re-zoning (P-12-24) of a 0.47-acre lot from PD-LC (C) to R2 south of Kennerly Road
- Text amendment (P-08-24) to Chapter 27 of the Sunset Hills Code of Ordinances
- Text amendment (P-09-24) to Section 4 – Development Standards of the Unified Development Ordinance
- Text amendment (P-10-24) to Section 14 – Definitions of the Unified Development Ordinance
The Sunset Hills Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of three tree ordinance text amendments to the Board of Aldermen, with one amendment excluding an additional noxious plant list. The commission denied a rezoning request for a 0.47-acre lot at Grandview Park and denied an amended final development plan for the adjacent Chestnut Rehab property. A boundary adjustment plat for the same properties was postponed until after Board action on the denied items.
- Recommended Chapter 27 text amendment to Board of Aldermen, excluding additional noxious plant list (unanimous)
- Recommended UDO Section 4 text amendment to Board of Aldermen (unanimous)
- Recommended UDO Section 14 text amendment to Board of Aldermen (unanimous)
- Recommended conditional use permit for Andre's at Sunset Hills hospitality area (unanimous)
- Denied rezoning of 0.47-acre lot from PD-LC (C) to R2 at Grandview Park (2-5)
- Denied amended final development plan for Chestnut Rehab at 10910 Kennerly Road (unanimous)
- Postponed boundary adjustment plat for Grandview Park until after Board action on P-12-24 and P-13-24 (unanimous)
Parks & Recreation Board
The Parks and Recreation Commission received a presentation from City Planner Mike Knight on proposed updates to the city's tree preservation ordinance, including moving requirements into the Unified Development Ordinance and increasing preservation percentages. No formal action was taken by the commission; the item was informational only. The minutes were approved unanimously.
- Approved June 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Heard update on tree ordinance from City Planner Mike Knight (no vote)
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will review expected major increases in 2025 operating expenditures and the first draft of the 5-year capital plan for 2025-2029. They will also approve minutes from the July 22 meeting. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Approval of July 22, 2024 Finance Committee minutes
- Review of expected major 2025 operating expenditure increases
- Review of first draft of 5-year capital plan (2025-2029)
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for August 22, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
- Meeting cancelled; no business conducted
Board of Aldermen
The Board of Aldermen will hold first readings on several ordinances, including a budget adjustment, compensation changes for the mayor and board members, and a West Watson Road engineering contract. Resolutions include a grant for roadway safety, sale of surplus property, and purchase of 28 Glock pistols with optics and holsters. The board will also discuss liquor code revisions and traffic calming, and reappoint Kelly Finney to the Parks & Recreation Commission.
- First reading of Bill 81: budget adjustment to 2024 budget
- First reading of Bills 83 and 84: new compensation rates for mayor (April 2026) and board members (April 2025/2026)
- Resolution 732: purchase of 28 Glock 9mm pistols, Holosun SCS optics, and Safariland duty holsters (no dollar amount specified)
- Resolution 730: grant from St. Louis Coalition for Roadway Safety for printer equipment
- General discussion on traffic calming criteria (document attached)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The regularly scheduled Planning & Zoning Commission meeting for August 7, 2024, has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.
Gempp Commission
The Gempp Commission will approve May 2024 minutes, hear updates on lease, fence, landscaping, and historical signage, then consider new business including a $48,256 budget request for grounds maintenance, facility work, and equipment; an Eagle Scout habitat project; a proposed volunteer day; and a tree damaged by Laurel Wilt Disease.
- Budget request: grounds maintenance $23,756
- Budget request: facility maintenance $5,000
- Budget request: equipment $19,500 (cameras, solar lighting, benches, signage)
- Eagle Scout proposal for manmade habitats in forested areas
- Tree damage from Laurel Wilt Disease discussed
The Claire Gempp Davidson Memorial Conservation Commission approved its 2025 budget request of $48,256, covering grounds maintenance, facility maintenance, and equipment. It also approved construction of 3-4 manmade wildlife habitats by an Eagle Scout, and directed staff to coordinate with Mark Gruber on tree planting and laurel wilt disease response. The commission decided to test a rock-and-mulch trail section from the restroom to the gazebo.
- Approved 2025 budget request of $48,256 (unanimous)
- Approved Eagle Scout construction of 3-4 manmade wildlife habitats (unanimous)
- Directed staff to speak with Mark Gruber about proposed tree plantings and vines
- Directed staff to contact Historical Society for signage with QR code
- Instructed staff to send laurel wilt disease tree photos to Mark Gruber
- Elected to test rock-and-mulch trail from restroom to gazebo
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will review a draft policy for traffic calming measures and discuss speed limits at Larkridge/Hazelridge. The body will also receive updates on several city improvement projects.
- Draft policy for Traffic Calming Measures
- Speed limit and cut-through discussion for Larkridge/Hazelridge
- Weed management on Lindbergh Blvd
- Updates on West Watson Road Improvement Project – Phase 1 and Phase 2
- Updates on City Entrance Signs and City Hall Interior Improvements
The Public Works Committee approved a revised traffic calming ordinance to recommend to the Board of Aldermen, including changes to specify where resident petitions should be directed and limit one property owner signature per household for Tier III. The committee also approved starting the process to obtain easements from two properties for monument sign installation. Other items, such as lowering the speed limit on Larkridge/Hazelridge and weed maintenance along Lindbergh Blvd., were discussed but no formal action was taken.
- Approved minutes from June 6, 2024 (unanimous)
- Approved traffic calming ordinance with revisions, to recommend to Board of Aldermen (unanimous)
- Approved staff to begin obtaining easements from Lutheran Church and Gateway House of Prayer for monument signs (unanimous)
Art Committee
The Art Committee will meet to discuss and decide on a location for a potential sculpture. The meeting also includes the approval of June 2024 minutes.
- Decision on potential sculpture site
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for July 25, 2024, has been cancelled. No items are on the agenda.
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will review the city's actual revenues and expenditures for the first six months of 2024. The body will discuss forecasting for the remainder of the year and proposed budget amendments.
- Review of 6 months of actual revenues and expenditures
- Proposed budget amendments for 2024
- Approval of June 3, 2024 meeting minutes
The Finance Committee reviewed mid-year financials, noting higher sales tax and interest income, lower court fines and legal fees, and higher personnel costs. They recommended proposed budget amendments to the Board of Aldermen, all in favor. No other formal decisions were made; a possible art budget line item was discussed but not acted on.
- Approved June 3, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended proposed budget amendments to Board of Aldermen (unanimous)
Board of Aldermen
The Board of Aldermen will review second readings for ordinances amending development standards regarding metal buildings and trash enclosures. The board will also consider a contract with Stark Roofing for the Community Center roof replacement. Additionally, officials will discuss potential increases to elected official stipends.
- Second reading of Bill No. 79 regarding metal buildings and site plan reviews
- Second reading of Bill No. 80 regarding trash enclosure regulations
- Resolution No. 728 for a contract with Stark Roofing for the Community Center roof replacement
- Resolution No. 729 for a pickleball grant application to the Municipal Parks Grant Commission of St. Louis
- Prestige Pools request for a summer tent sale at 10416 Watson Road
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a request for the Echelon Subdivision at 12395 Mentz Hill Road. This minor subdivision plat proposes dividing one lot into three lots on a 12.1-acre tract. The commission will also review minutes from the April 3, 2024 meeting.
- Echelon Subdivision (P-07-24) minor subdivision plat at 12395 Mentz Hill Road
- Approval of April 3, 2024 minutes
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Thursday, June 27, 2024, has been cancelled. The Department of Public Works can be contacted for additional information.
Art Committee
The Art Committee will review the minutes from April 2024. The meeting includes a discussion regarding an optical illusion and a plan to meet with a local artist.
- Approval of April 2024 minutes
- Discussion regarding an optical illusion
- Meeting with a local artist
Board of Aldermen
The Board will review first readings for ordinances amending the Unified Development Ordinance regarding metal buildings and trash enclosures. Additionally, officials will consider a contract for a new marked police SUV and discuss potential increases to elected official stipends.
- Ordinance amending development standards for metal buildings and site plan reviews
- Ordinance amending regulations regarding trash enclosures
- Contract for the purchase of one marked police SUV and associated equipment
- Resolution regarding Road and Bridge Tax proceeds
- Discussion on increasing elected official stipends
Public Works Committee
The committee will receive updates on West Watson Road improvement projects and City Hall interior work. The agenda also includes discussions regarding traffic calming measures and storm water or flooding issues.
- West Watson Road Improvement Project – Phase 1
- West Watson Road Improvement Project – Phase 2
- City Hall Interior Improvements
- City Entrance Signs
- Traffic calming measures
Lindbergh CID
The Board of Directors will meet to consider the adoption of a budget for Calendar Year 2025 and the re-election of officers. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes.
- Adoption of a budget for Calendar Year 2025 (Resolution 2024-05)
- Re-election of officers (Resolution 2024-06)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, June 5, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were scheduled for discussion.
Police Advisory Board
The board will review meeting minutes from December 2023. The agenda also includes a community engagement update and a general discussion regarding police vehicles.
- Approval of December 2023 minutes
- Community engagement update
- Discussion on police vehicles
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will review a presentation by Sikich LLP regarding the 2023 final draft of the audit report and statements. The committee is also asked to approve this report. Additionally, members will consider approving minutes from the April 22, 2024 meeting.
- Presentation of 2023 final draft audit report and statements by Sikich LLP
- Approval of April 22, 2024, meeting minutes
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Thursday, May 23, 2024, has been cancelled. The notice provides contact information for the Department of Public Works for further inquiries.
- No items scheduled due to cancellation
Board of Aldermen
The Sunset Hills Board of Aldermen will hold second readings and votes on several ordinances amending the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO), including sections on district regulations, development standards, public notices, and appendices. They will also consider a speed limit reduction on Route 30, a lease renewal for a conservation area, and a development plan for a rugby club. The agenda includes consent items for liquor licenses and a fireworks display, plus a proclamation honoring Whitey Herzog.
- Second reading of Bill 69-72, 76, 77: UDO amendments, MDC lease renewal, Bombers RFC development plan
- First reading of Bill 78: reduce speed limit on Route 30 from 60 to 55 mph
- Resolution 724: grant extension for Lynstone Park renovations
- Resolution 725: declare surplus property and authorize sale
- Consent agenda: temporary liquor licenses for UCP Heartland, Rockwell Beer Co, Midwest Petroleum tasting license; Faith Church fireworks on July 2 at 13001 Gravois Road
Gempp Commission
The Claire Gempp Davidson Memorial Conservation Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes, review a lease agreement with the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC), and conduct a property walkthrough. The agenda is mostly routine, with the lease review being the only substantive item.
- Review of lease agreement with MDC
- Walk through of the property at 9227 Sappington Rd
- Approval of November 2023 minutes
Public Works Committee
The Sunset Hills Public Works Committee is meeting virtually to discuss traffic calming measures, sidewalks and bike lanes, and the potential impact of MSD Prop S and Prop W on the city. The agenda also includes updates on several city projects, including the West Watson Road improvement project. The meeting is primarily a discussion session, with no final decisions listed on the agenda.
- Discussion of traffic calming measures
- Discussion of sidewalks and bike lanes
- MSD Prop S & Prop W impact on Sunset Hills
- Project updates: City Entrance Signs, City Hall Interior Improvements, West Watson Road Improvement Project Phase 1 & 2
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, May 1st, 2024, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided at this meeting.
- Meeting cancelled
Art Committee
The Sunset Hills Art Committee is meeting to approve February 2024 minutes and discuss an optical illusion project under old business. The agenda is otherwise light, with no new business listed and only general items for other matters and adjournment.
- Approval of February 2024 minutes
- Optical Illusion Discussion
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Thursday, April 25, 2024, has been cancelled. No other business was listed in the notice.
Board of Aldermen
The Sunset Hills Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings and consider multiple bills, including an amended final development plan for Vistas at Stone Castle and several Unified Development Ordinance text amendments. The board will also take second readings on ordinances for the First Community development and a fire hydrant, and first readings on new bills including a pay plan update and a lease agreement with the Missouri Department of Conservation.
- Public hearing and first reading for amended Final Development Plan at 13270 Maple Drive (Vistas at Stone Castle)
- Public hearings and first readings for UDO text amendments (Sections 1, 3, 4, 13, Appendices A and B)
- Second reading: Final Development Plan for First Community at 3887 South Lindbergh
- Second reading: Planned Development Permit for service business at 4619 South Lindbergh Blvd (Ontime Express)
- Resolution 722: Agreement with Miracle Recreation & Design for playground equipment at Lynstone Park
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Finance Committee
The Sunset Hills Finance Committee is meeting to approve minutes, discuss the audit management letter and responses, consider an increase in elected official stipends, review a lease renewal for the Gempp property, and consider a pay plan change. These are discussion and decision items for the committee.
- Approval of March 7, 2024 meeting minutes
- Audit management letter and responses (document 21-6204)
- Elected official stipend increase based on pay survey
- Resolution No. 724: Claire Gempp Davidson Memorial Conservation Area lease renewal
- Pay plan change (cover page and ordinance)
Swim & Dive Advisory Committee
The Swim & Dive Advisory Committee is holding a routine meeting to approve previous minutes and hear reports from city staff, committee officers, and coaches. The agenda is mostly procedural, covering awards, social events, volunteers, computers, apparel, and dive representative updates, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
- City and President's reports
- Updates on awards, social, volunteers, computers, apparel, dive rep, and coaches
- Discussion of next meeting date
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will meet virtually to discuss city entrance signs, sidewalks and bike lanes, and the impact of MSD Prop S and Prop W on Sunset Hills. Members will also address Alderman Fernandez's questions about West Watson Phase 1 construction and receive updates on several projects, including the Eddie & Park sidewalk and West Watson Road improvements. The meeting includes citizen comments and approval of the February 1, 2024 minutes.
- City Entrance Signs
- Sidewalks and Bike Lanes
- MSD Prop S & Prop W – Impact on Sunset Hills
- W Watson Phase 1 Construction – Alderman Fernandez Questions
- Project Updates: Eddie & Park Sidewalk, City Hall Interior Improvements, West Watson Road Improvement Project Phases 1 & 2
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Sunset Hills Planning & Zoning Commission will consider approval of improvement plans and a record plat for the 9-lot Manors at Lynstone Park single-family development on R-6 zoned property. They will also review an amended final development plan for Vistas at Stone Castle and several text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance. The meeting includes public hearings on these items.
- P-40-23: Manors at Lynstone Park Improvement Plans for 9-lot single-family development
- P-41-23: Manors at Lynstone Park Record Plat for 9-lot development
- P-01-24: Vistas at Stone Castle Amended Final Development Plan (Whalen Custom Homes)
- P-02-24 through P-05-24: UDO text amendments to Sections 1, 3, 4, 13, and Appendices A and B
- Meeting held at Robert C. Jones Chambers, 3939 South Lindbergh Boulevard, with Zoom option
Board of Adjustment
The Sunset Hills Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Thursday, March 28, 2024 has been cancelled. No items are being discussed or decided at this session. Residents may contact the Department of Public Works for further details.
- No agenda items, rezonings, contracts, or public hearings are listed due to the cancellation.
Board of Aldermen
The Sunset Hills Board of Aldermen is holding a special meeting to consider appointing Dennis Knock to fill the Ward 3 alderman vacancy left by Randy Epperson, with the term expiring in April 2025. The board will also have a general discussion about the St. Louis Bombers Rugby lease. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss legal matters.
- Appointment of Dennis Knock to Ward 3 Alderman, replacing Randy Epperson, term expires April 2025
- General discussion of St. Louis Bombers Rugby Lease
- Closed session under RSMo 610.21.(1) to discuss legal matters
- Public comments accepted in person or via written submission by 4 pm on March 26, 2024
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Art Committee
The Sunset Hills Art Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approving the February minutes and a discussion under old business about an optical illusion project. No new business items are listed.
- Approval of February 2024 meeting minutes
- Discussion of optical illusion project (old business)
Finance Committee
The Sunset Hills Finance Committee is meeting to approve minutes from its October 2023 meeting and to discuss final budget adjustments for the 2023 budget. The agenda is largely procedural, with the budget adjustment being the only substantive item.
- Approval of October 23, 2023 Finance Committee minutes
- Review of 2023 final budget adjustments
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Sunset Hills Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider new business on a Planned Development Permit for Ontime Express at 4619 S. Lindbergh Blvd., and on improvement plans and a tree permit for the 21-lot Gates Manor subdivision. The meeting includes approval of the February 7, 2024 minutes and other routine matters.
- P-33-23: Planned Development Permit for 0.66-acre tract at 4619 S. Lindbergh Blvd. (Ontime Express)
- P-23-23: Approval of Improvement Plans for 21-lot single-family Gates Manor subdivision
- T-01-23: Tree Permit for Gates Manor subdivision
- Approval of February 7, 2024 minutes
Swim & Dive Advisory Committee
The Swim & Dive Advisory Committee of Sunset Hills, Missouri, will hold a routine meeting on February 27, 2024, at the Community Center office board room in Watson Trail Park. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes, committee reports (city, president, awards, social, volunteers, computers, apparel, dive rep, coaches), schedule, and other business. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda.
- Approval of previous minutes
- Committee reports: City, President, Awards, Social, Volunteers, Computers, Apparel, Dive Rep, Coaches
- Schedule discussion
- Next meeting discussion
Art Committee
The Sunset Hills Art Committee is meeting to approve January minutes and discuss ongoing projects. Old business includes an update on welcome signage and a discussion of an optical illusion project. No new business items are listed.
- Approval of January 2024 meeting minutes
- Update on welcome signage project
- Discussion of optical illusion project
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will consider a variance request to reduce the eastern side yard setback from 10 feet to 0 feet at 10137 Hilltop Drive. This request is intended to allow for the construction of an accessory structure on property zoned R3. The board will also review the minutes from the January 25, 2024 meeting.
- Variance request at 10137 Hilltop Drive to reduce eastern side yard setback to 0 feet
- Approval of January 25, 2024, meeting minutes
Board of Aldermen
The Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings and first readings on a Planned Development Permit and Conditional Use Permit for a 4.4-acre tract at 3660 S. Lindbergh Blvd., including a hotel use. They will also consider a text amendment to remove accessory structure regulations, approve several street maintenance contracts, and make appointments.
- Public hearing and first reading for Planned Development Permit (P-31-23) at 3660 S. Lindbergh Blvd.
- Public hearing and first reading for Conditional Use Permit (P-44-23) for hotel use at 3660 S. Lindbergh Blvd.
- Public hearing and first reading for text amendment removing Section 4.6.2.1)a) of the UDO on accessory structures.
- Resolution 710: contract with E. Meier Contracting for PW/PD parking lot rehab.
- Resolution 711: contract with NB West Contracting for chip seal street maintenance.
Lindbergh CID
The Board of Directors will meet to consider Resolution 2024-04 regarding reimbursable district project costs. The meeting is a special session called by Chairman Grant Mechlin.
- Resolution 2024-04: consideration of reimbursable district project costs
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a final development plan for a 1.9-acre tract at the northwest corner of Lindbergh Blvd. and West Watson Rd., zoned PD-LC(B) Planned Development Limited Commercial. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and other routine matters.
- Final Development Plan P-46-23 for ODPT West Watson and Lindbergh (First Community)
- 1.9-acre tract at northwest corner of Lindbergh Blvd. and West Watson Rd.
- Zoned PD-LC(B) – Planned Development Limited Commercial
- Review of site, landscape, lighting, architectural, and parking demand plans
Public Works Committee
The Sunset Hills Public Works Committee will meet virtually to approve minutes, hear citizen comments, and discuss city entrance signs. They will also review bids for street maintenance projects including the Campus Parking Lot Phase II, joint seal, Hadley Hill mill/overlay, and chip seal, along with updates on sidewalks and road projects.
- Approval of minutes from December 7, 2023
- Discussion of city entrance signs
- Street maintenance bids: Campus Parking Lot (Phase II), Joint Seal, Hadley Hill Mill/Overlay, Chip Seal
- Project updates: Eddie & Park Sidewalks, West Watson Road Improvement Project – Phase 1 & 2
Art Committee
The Sunset Hills Art Committee is meeting to approve minutes, receive updates on electrical/traffic boxes, welcome signage, and the Makers Market, and discuss new business including an optical illusion topic and selecting a sculpture to replace at Watson Trail Park.
- Approval of September 2023 minutes
- Update on electrical/traffic boxes along Lindbergh/Gravois/Watson
- Update on welcome signage
- Wrap up of Makers Market
- Selection of sculpture to replace at Watson Trail Park
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will discuss and vote on a variance request from Midwest Petroleum to exceed permitted signage limits at their non-residential property.
- A-36-23: Variance request for exceeding maximum quantity and types of signs at 4504 South Lindbergh
Economic Development Committee
The Economic Development Committee will meet virtually to discuss the BMO Harris Bank Zero Barriers to Inclusion program. The committee will also review minutes from the November 27, 2024 meeting.
- Discussion regarding BMO Harris Bank – Zero Barriers to Inclusion
Lindbergh CID
The Board of Directors for the Shoppes at Sunset Hills CID will meet to discuss resolutions regarding bond issuance and related documents. The meeting also includes a proposal to adopt an amended 2024 budget to authorize sales tax transfers.
- Resolution 2024-01: Approving bond issuance and related documents
- Resolution 2024-02: Amending the District Project Agreement regarding bond issuance
- Resolution 2024-03: Adopting an amended 2024 budget for CID Sales Tax transfers
Swim & Dive Advisory Committee
The Swim & Dive Advisory Committee of Sunset Hills, MO will meet to discuss routine administrative matters, including approval of previous minutes, committee reports, and updates on team bylaws, registration dates, and a swim & dive ordinance. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Review of team by-laws
- Registration dates discussion
- Swim & Dive ordinance update
- Team branding review
- Banquet and B & B Aquatics reports
Board of Aldermen
The Sunset Hills Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing and first reading of an ordinance adopting Saint Louis County building codes as city codes. They will also consider first readings of ordinances on swim/dive committee terms, housing municipal inmates with the county, budget adjustments for 2023 and 2024, and adding a stop sign on Pointe Drive at Knighton Trail. Additionally, the board will vote on resolutions approving contracts for pool painting, park renovation, mowing services, a dump truck, a Chevrolet Blazer, and athletic field lighting.
- Public hearing and first reading of ordinance adopting Saint Louis County building codes (Bill 55)
- Ordinance to add stop signs on Pointe Drive at Knighton Trail (Bill 59)
- Resolution approving contract with Bazan Painting Company for competition pool painting (Resolution 704)
- Resolution approving agreement with Byrne & Jones Construction for Lynstone Park renovation (Resolution 705)
- Resolution approving contract with Viking Sives Midwest for a 2024 Freightliner dump truck (Resolution 707)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider new business, including a Planned Development Permit and a Conditional Use Permit for a Hampton Inn at 3660 South Lindbergh Blvd., a text amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding accessory structures, and a record plat for Sunset Reserve Plat 2.
- P-31-23: Planned Development Permit for 4.4-acre tract zoned GC at 3660 South Lindbergh Blvd. (Hampton Inn)
- P-44-23: Conditional Use Permit for same 4.4-acre tract at 3660 South Lindbergh Blvd.
- P-43-23: Text amendment to remove Section 4.6.2.1.a of the Unified Development Ordinance (accessory structures)
- P-45-23: Record plat for Sunset Reserve Plat 2 in R1-zoned property
- Public hearings for P-31-23 and P-44-23
Finance Committee
The Sunset Hills Finance Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss a proposal to purchase property on the northeast corner of Lynstone Park. The agenda includes a real estate letter of intent and a memo for the committee's review. No other substantive items are listed.
- Approval of October 23, 2023 meeting minutes
- Request to purchase property on northeast corner of Lynstone Park
- Real estate letter of intent (version 5) for the property purchase