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Sunset Hills public meetings in 2025

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

Wed Dec 17, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment meeting cancelled

The Sunset Hills Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for December 17, 2025 has been cancelled. No agenda items will be considered. For more information, contact the Department of Planning and Public Works.

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Tue Dec 16, 2025

Parks & Recreation Board

✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved minutes and adjourned the meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission voted to accept the December 2025 meeting minutes, with the motion passing unanimously. A motion to adjourn the meeting was also made and approved unanimously. No other formal actions were taken.

Tue Dec 9, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Board to vote on 2026 budget, speed limits, and park tax renewal

The Board of Aldermen will consider approving the 2026 operations budget, reducing speed limits on Denny and South Geyer Roads, and continuing a 0.5% sales tax for storm water and parks. The meeting will also address a proposed medical spa development and a public hearing on private street maintenance.

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✓ Decided: Board approves 2026 Operations Budget and multiple ordinances

The Board of Aldermen approved the Operations Budget for fiscal year 2026 (Ordinance #2412). It also passed ordinances updating the capital improvements plan, traffic speed limits and double‑fine zones, continuing a half‑percent storm‑water sales tax, establishing police compensation schedules, and authorizing a public‑works mutual‑aid agreement. All votes were unanimous with seven yes votes and one absent alderman.

Thu Dec 4, 2025

Public Works Committee

Public Works Committee meeting cancelled

The Public Works Committee meeting scheduled for December 4, 2025, has been cancelled.

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Wed Dec 3, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Commission considers rezoning and subdivision at 13165 Maple Drive

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review a request to rezone a 23.9-acre tract of land and a related minor subdivision request. The body will also discuss the acceptance of a private street for public maintenance.

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✓ Decided: Commission recommends rezoning 23.9‑acre Maple Drive tract to R‑1

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved the November 5 minutes. It voted to recommend both the rezoning petition (P‑10‑25) and the minor subdivision petition (P‑12‑25) for the 23.9‑acre property at 13165 Maple Drive to the Board of Aldermen. The request to accept Country Club Green for public maintenance was deferred to the January meeting, and the commission adjourned at 6:11 p.m.

Wed Nov 19, 2025

Parks & Recreation Board

✓ Decided: Commission unanimously recommended adoption of Park Master Plan to Board of Aldermen

The commission approved the September 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. A motion to recommend the Park Master Plan for adoption by the Board of Aldermen was made, seconded and approved unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent.

Wed Nov 19, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Nov 19, 2025 has been cancelled

The Sunset Hills Board of Adjustment meeting set for November 19, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items will be considered at this time. For further information, contact the Department of Planning and Public Works at 3939 South Lindbergh, St. Louis, MO or call (314)-272-2454.

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Mon Nov 17, 2025

Gempp Commission

Commission will discuss scheduling of 2026 meetings

The Claire Gempp Davidson Memorial Conservation Commission will approve the August meeting minutes and receive updates on several ongoing conservation projects. New members, including a forester, will be introduced. The commission will discuss and set dates for the 2026 meetings on March 2, May 18, August 3, and November 16 at 6:00 p.m.

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Tue Nov 11, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Sunset Hills Board of Aldermen to consider 2026 budget and capital plan

The Board of Aldermen will hold first readings for the 2026 operations budget and the 2026-2030 Capital Improvements Plan. The body will also discuss updates to the city pay plan and police compensation schedules.

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✓ Decided: Board repeals minutes and videoconference sections; approves multiple contracts

The Board appointed Mark Colombo to the vacant Ward 4 Alderman seat. Aldermen voted 7‑0 to repeal Sections 2‑34 and 2‑35 of the City Code, removing the journal of minutes and videoconference provisions. Unanimous approvals were also given for a contract with Sikich CPA LLC, an updated Sunshine Law policy, and contracts with United Healthcare and Mutual of Omaha. A motion to add a 20‑year sunset to the storm‑water tax failed 5‑2.

Thu Nov 6, 2025

Public Works Committee

Committee considers public maintenance of Country Club Green

The Public Works Committee will discuss the acceptance of Country Club Green for public maintenance. The meeting also includes reviews of a mutual aid agreement and MoDOT intersection maintenance. Project updates will be provided for the Stormwater Master Plan and W Watson STP Surface Improvement Projects.

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✓ Decided: City approved Country Club Green street acceptance with $27,000 payment

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the August 7, 2025 meeting. It approved the acceptance of Country Club Green as a public street, requiring a $27,000 payment and a 40‑foot right‑of‑way, while excluding retaining walls and monuments. The mutual aid agreement was approved to be forwarded to the Board of Aldermen. The meeting was adjourned at 5:30 pm by unanimous vote.

Wed Nov 5, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Medspa development permit for 4400 S. Lindbergh Blvd and street‑standard amendment reviewed

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Planned Development Permit for Divine, a boutique medspa, to be built on a 0.97‑acre site at 4400 South Lindbergh Boulevard. It will also consider a text amendment to Section 6.1.4 of the Unified Development Ordinance that changes the procedure for accepting private streets for public maintenance. Routine business includes approval of the August 6, 2025 meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Commission unanimously recommended medspa development permit to Board of Aldermen

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a motion to recommend the P-08-25 Divine Boutique Medspa Planned Development Permit to the Board of Aldermen. The commission also approved a motion to recommend a text amendment to Section 6.1 of the Unified Development Ordinance, removing the phrases “to the extent practicable” and “as agreed,” and sending it to the Board of Aldermen. Both motions were approved unanimously.

Mon Nov 3, 2025

Police Advisory Board

Board will consider speed survey request for Denny and Geyer Road

The Police Advisory Board will approve the June 2024 meeting minutes and receive a community engagement update. Members will hold a general discussion on board business. The board will review a speed survey and a request for action concerning Denny and Geyer Road.

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Mon Nov 3, 2025

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review 2026 budget and five-year capital plan

The Finance Committee will conduct a comprehensive review of the 2026 budget and the 2026-2030 Capital Plan. The body will also discuss personnel pay plans and a proposed sales tax renewal for parks and stormwater.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee recommends 2026 budget and tax renewal ballot to Board

The committee approved the July 28, 2025 minutes and unanimously recommended that the Board of Aldermen approve the proposed 2026 budget, the 2026‑2030 capital plan, and the 2026 pay plan. It also recommended approval of the 2025 audit statement of work for Sikich CPA LLC and an ordinance to place the Parks/Stormwater Sales Tax Renewal on the April 2026 ballot. Finally, the committee endorsed a change to the Investment Policy’s Section C delegation language.

Mon Oct 27, 2025

Art Committee

Committee will discuss electrical boxes along Lindbergh Blvd.

The Sunset Hills Art Committee will meet on October 27, 2025 at the Sunset Hills Community Center. The agenda includes approval of the August 2025 meeting minutes and updates on two ongoing items: electrical boxes along Lindbergh Boulevard and the Makers Market. The committee may also consider any other matters deemed appropriate before adjourning.

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Thu Oct 23, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment meeting for October 23, 2025, cancelled

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Thursday, October 23, 2025, has been cancelled. No other business is listed.

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Tue Oct 14, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Board to authorize West Watson Phase 3 road project and aquatic facility pump repairs

The Board of Aldermen will consider approving a surface transportation grant agreement for the West Watson Phase 3 project and a resolution to purchase two pool pumps for the aquatic facility. The meeting will also include a presentation on the Park Master Plan and a discussion on accepting private streets for public maintenance.

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✓ Decided: Board adopts Surface Transportation Grant ordinance and approves key actions

The Board approved Bill No. 124, authorizing the Surface Transportation Block Grant Program agreement, which became Ordinance #2404 after two unanimous votes. It also approved Resolution 778 to purchase services from Industrial Motor Repair, LLC. The Board directed staff to draft a speed‑limit reduction and double‑fine ordinance for Denny Road, and authorized up to $500 for BMX to remove a concrete block, with costs above that deducted from the deposit.

Thu Oct 2, 2025

Public Works Committee

Committee to discuss UDO Section 6.1.4 ordinance amendment

The Public Works Committee will meet to discuss an ordinance amendment to UDO Section 6.1.4 and the acceptance of Country Club Green for public maintenance. The body will also receive updates on several infrastructure and signage projects.

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✓ Decided: Public Works Committee unanimously approved the August 7 minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the August 7, 2025 meeting without dissent. No substantive actions or approvals were taken; the committee only received updates on road projects, stormwater planning, and vehicle maintenance. The meeting was adjourned at 5:46 p.m.

Wed Oct 1, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission meeting cancelled for October 1, 2025

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, October 1, 2025, has been cancelled.

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Thu Sep 25, 2025

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment meeting cancelled for September 25, 2025

The Sunset Hills Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Thursday, September 25, 2025, has been cancelled. No agenda items will be considered at this time. Residents can obtain further information by contacting the Department of Public Works at 3939 South Lindbergh, St. Louis, Missouri, or by calling (314)-272-2454.

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Wed Sep 24, 2025

Parks & Recreation Board

✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved minutes and adjourned the meeting

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the August 2025 meeting minutes by a unanimous vote. Updates on the pickleball courts, tennis grant, and several park projects were presented. New business items such as the Eagle Scout project, urban forestry concerns, and the 2026 draft budget were discussed. The meeting was adjourned after a unanimous motion.

Tue Sep 23, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Board reviews 2026 proposed budget and revenue forecasts

The Sunset Hills Board of Aldermen and Finance Committee will hold a Budget Work Session. The meeting will include an introduction and budget overview, followed by reviews of revenue, administration and courts, public works, police and parks funding. Supporting documents such as the 2026 proposed budget, 2025 revenue forecast, capital plan, salary ranges, and expenditure reports will be examined.

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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved the agenda and will contact MoDOT about reimbursements

The Board of Aldermen approved the meeting agenda unanimously. The session provided a 2026 budget overview and reviews of revenue, public works, police, and parks. The Board decided to reach out to MoDOT to explore reimbursement programs before allocating additional maintenance funds. No other formal approvals or denials were recorded.

Mon Sep 15, 2025

Pool Advisory Committee

✓ Decided: May 2025 Pool Advisory minutes approved

The committee approved the May 2025 meeting minutes after a motion by Pat Duke and a second by Pat Fribis. A motion to adjourn the meeting at 5:32 pm was passed. The committee discussed reducing pool hours for August 18 onward, but no formal decision was recorded.

Tue Sep 9, 2025

Board of Aldermen

Board of Aldermen to hold public hearing on 2025 annual tax levy rate

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing and consider Bill No. 123 to establish the 2025 annual property tax levy rate. The meeting also includes requests for special event permits and a traffic study waiver for a local business.

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✓ Decided: Board approved 2025 tax levy rate ordinance (Ordinance #2403)

The Board adopted Bill No. 123 establishing the annual tax levy rate for 2025, passing the motion with an 8‑yes vote. A traffic‑impact‑study waiver for Divine Boutique Medspa (Resolution No. 777) was approved unanimously. Police Advisory Board appointments were confirmed unanimously. The Board also approved adding discretionary language to the street‑acceptance section of the Unified Development Ordinance, also unanimously.

Thu Sep 4, 2025

Public Works Committee

Public Works Committee meeting cancelled

The Public Works Committee meeting scheduled for September 4, 2025, has been cancelled.

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Wed Sep 3, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission meeting cancelled for September 3, 2025

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 3, 2025, has been cancelled.

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Wed Aug 27, 2025

Parks & Recreation Board

✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved expanded 2026 Markets & Music event plan

The board approved the July meeting minutes by unanimous vote. A motion to accept the proposed changes to the 2026 Markets & Music program was also passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent. No other formal actions were taken.

Mon Aug 25, 2025

Art Committee

✓ Decided: Art Committee selects new sculpture "W onderful Winter Wheat"

The committee unanimously approved the July 2025 minutes. They chose a new sculpture titled W onderful Winter Wheat for the community center. The motion to adjourn the meeting was also approved unanimously.

Tue Aug 12, 2025

Board of Aldermen

✓ Decided: Board approved Gates Manor subdivision plat and 2025 budget adjustment

The Board of Aldermen adopted three ordinances: Ordinance #2400 approving the final record plat for the 21‑lot Gates Manor subdivision, Ordinance #2401 adopting a budget adjustment to the 2025 budget, and Ordinance #2402 authorizing termination of the BMX facility lease at 801 Gravois Road. Alderman Wong was elected Board President and several term appointments were confirmed. All votes passed with seven affirmative votes and one absent member.

Thu Aug 7, 2025

Public Works Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved June 5, 2025 minutes unanimously

The Public Works Committee approved the minutes from the June 5, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. The committee then adjourned the meeting at 5:40 pm, also unanimously. No other actions or approvals were taken during this session.

Wed Aug 6, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

✓ Decided: Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approves Sunset Country Club boundary adjustment

The commission approved the minutes from the June 4, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. It also unanimously approved the Boundary Adjustment Plat (P-07-25) that consolidates multiple parcels into a single 162.4‑acre park and open‑space tract at South Geyer Road and South Lindbergh Boulevard. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

Mon Aug 4, 2025

Gempp Commission

✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved May 2025 minutes and adjourned

The commission approved the minutes from the May 2025 meeting by a unanimous vote. The commission then adjourned the August 4, 2025 meeting at 6:50 pm by a unanimous vote.

Mon Jul 28, 2025

Art Committee

✓ Decided: Art Committee unanimously approved May 2025 minutes and adjourned meeting

The committee approved the May 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. A motion to adjourn the July 28 meeting at 7:20 p.m. was also unanimously approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

Mon Jul 28, 2025

Finance Committee

✓ Decided: Finance Committee recommended the Board approve 2025 mid‑year budget adjustments.

The committee approved the February 24, 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous consent. It then recommended that the Board of Aldermen approve the proposed 2025 mid‑year budget adjustments, also unanimously. A discussion on roadway maintenance and stormwater/parks tax occurred, but no motions were made. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

Wed Jul 23, 2025

Parks & Recreation Board

✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved the May 2025 meeting minutes

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the May 2025 meeting minutes by a unanimous vote. After the approval, the board adjourned the meeting at 7:18 pm following a unanimous motion. No other actions were decided during this session.

Mon Jul 21, 2025

Pool Advisory Committee

✓ Decided: Pool Advisory Committee postponed purchase of swim‑suit dryers

The committee unanimously approved the November 2024 minutes. They reported 160 children had registered for Swim and Dive. The committee decided to hold off on purchasing swim‑suit dryers. The next meeting was set for May 19 at 5 pm at the pool and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

Tue Jun 24, 2025

Board of Aldermen

✓ Decided: Board approved contract with Missouri Machinery and Engineering Co.

The Sunset Hills Board of Aldermen met via Zoom on June 24, 2025. The agenda was approved unanimously. The board unanimously approved Resolution No. 772, authorizing a contract with Missouri Machinery and Engineering Co. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

Tue Jun 10, 2025

Board of Aldermen

✓ Decided: Board approves 21‑lot Gates Manor subdivision and related contracts

The Board adopted an ordinance (Bill No. 119) creating a 21‑lot single‑family subdivision at Gates Manor after a second reading, passing 8‑0. It also unanimously approved contracts for the Watson Trail Pickleball Court and an affidavit for Road and Bridge Tax proceeds. A motion to post CID district documents on the city website was approved unanimously. All routine items such as the agenda, minutes, consent agenda and liquor license renewals were also approved unanimously.

Thu Jun 5, 2025

Public Works Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved prior minutes and adjourned the meeting

The Public Works Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the April 3 and April 15, 2025 meetings. The committee then unanimously moved to adjourn the meeting at 4:27 pm. No other substantive actions were voted on.

Tue Jun 3, 2025

Parks Master Plan Meetings

✓ Decided: Public input meeting discussed park upgrades, safety, and future survey

The city held a public input session on the Parks Master Plan where attendees raised maintenance, safety, facility upgrade, partnership, grant, mission statement, and regulatory concerns. No formal actions or approvals were taken. The city announced a resident survey will be released in the coming weeks, both online and on paper, to gather further input.

Wed May 28, 2025

Art Committee

✓ Decided: Art Committee approved March minutes and adjourned the meeting

The Sunset Hills Art Committee met on May 28, 2025 and unanimously approved the March 2025 minutes. The committee received updates on electrical‑box artwork, sculpture installations, and the upcoming Makers Market. No formal votes were taken on those items. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent.

Tue May 20, 2025

Gempp Commission

✓ Decided: Commission unanimously approved the meeting minutes

The Claire Gempp Davidson Memorial Conservation Commission approved the March 2025 meeting notes by unanimous vote. The commission also unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting at 7:02 pm. No other formal motions were recorded; the remainder of the agenda covered maintenance updates and a property walk‑through.

Mon May 19, 2025

Parks & Recreation Board

✓ Decided: Aquatic facility policy updated and approved unanimously

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the April Parks & Recreation meeting and the March Pool Advisory meeting. The updated Aquatic Facility Weather & Attendance policy was also unanimously approved. The meeting was then adjourned at 6:42 pm by unanimous vote.

Tue May 13, 2025

Board of Aldermen

✓ Decided: Board approved multiple development and zoning ordinances for 10200 Rahning Road

The Board of Aldermen adopted six ordinances (2394‑2399) covering a two‑story addition, rezoning, planned development, conditional use, and right‑of‑way dedication, each passing with eight affirmative votes. They also approved several resolutions, including surplus property sales and a traffic impact study waiver, all unanimously. All actions were recorded as passed with the indicated vote counts.

Wed Apr 30, 2025

Parks Master Plan Meetings

✓ Decided: Meeting adjourned unanimously after stakeholder discussion

The Parks and Recreation Commission and the Pool Advisory Committee met on April 30, 2025 to gather stakeholder input on the Parks Master Plan. Participants discussed maintenance, facility upgrades, and new amenities, but no formal actions or approvals were taken. Ms. Finney moved to adjourn at 8:19 pm, Ms. Yarasheski seconded, and the motion was approved unanimously.

Wed Apr 23, 2025

Parks & Recreation Board

✓ Decided: Board adjourned meeting; no substantive actions taken

The Parks and Recreation Commission met on April 30, 2025 and heard a presentation on the Parks Master Plan. The only formal action was a motion to adjourn at 8:19 p.m., which was seconded and approved unanimously. No other decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded.

Tue Apr 22, 2025

Board of Aldermen

✓ Decided: Board approves criminal mischief ordinance and postpones insurance penalty bill

The Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda, minutes, and consent agenda, and adopted proclamations designating April 2025 as Arbor month and May 1, 2025 as a Day of Prayer. It passed Bill No. 108 amending criminal‑mischief penalties with a 7‑0 vote, making it Ordinance #2391, and unanimously voted to continue the second reading of Bill No. 109 on insurance penalties to the May 13 meeting. The newly elected aldermen were sworn in and the new finance clerk, Amanda Mitcheler, began work this week.

Tue Apr 15, 2025

Public Works Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved requesting scope and fee from HR Green for stormwater plan

The committee voted to request a scope of work and fee from HR Green for the Stormwater Master Plan, to be presented to the Board for final approval. The motion passed with three votes in favor and one against. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

Thu Apr 3, 2025

Public Works Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved seeking scope and fee from HR Green for Stormwater Master Plan

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the February 6, 2025 meeting. It also approved a motion to request a scope of work and fee from HR Green for the city's Stormwater Master Plan, to be presented to the Board. Additionally, the committee unanimously approved the installation of Share the Road and Irregular Intersection signage on Robyn Road and caution signage on Weber Hill Road. The meeting was adjourned at 5:08 p.m. by unanimous vote.

Wed Apr 2, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approved a boundary adjustment and recommended an ordinance amendment

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the March 5, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved a boundary‑adjustment plat for lots 9 and 10 on Sunset Terrace Drive. The commission unanimously recommended that the Board of Aldermen approve a text amendment to Section 4 of the Unified Development Ordinance.

Mon Mar 31, 2025

Art Committee

✓ Decided: Art Committee approved moving two sculptures to new city locations

The committee unanimously approved the February 2025 minutes. It also unanimously approved moving the Brother Mel sculpture to Lynstone Park and the Arston sculpture to the front of the community center. The committee expressed favor to proceed with a $2,000 electrical‑box art project after MoDOT approval. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

Tue Mar 25, 2025

Board of Aldermen

✓ Decided: Board approved a closed‑session meeting to discuss real‑estate matters (6‑0)

The Board of Aldermen unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It then voted 6‑0 to enter a closed session under RSMo 610.021(2) to discuss real‑estate matters. Finally, the board unanimously approved adjournment of the meeting.

Mon Mar 24, 2025

Pool Advisory Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved minutes, adjourned, and postponed swim‑suit dryer purchase

The Pool Advisory Committee unanimously approved the November 2024 minutes. A motion to adjourn the meeting at 5:30 p.m. was also unanimously approved. The committee decided to hold off on buying swim‑suit dryers.