Town and Country public meetings in 2025

Parks & Trails Commission

The Parks & Trails Commission will approve the minutes from the November 17 meeting. It will wrap up reports on the Turkey Trot and Winterfest events. New business includes a letter of support for a Conway Road sidewalk, a review of the Trails Master Plan, and discussion of a possible Spring Event for 2026‑2027.

• Turkey Trot wrap‑up report
• Winterfest wrap‑up report
• Letter of support for Conway Road sidewalk
• Review of the Trails Master Plan
• Discussion of a Spring Event for 2026‑2027

The Parks & Trails Commission approved the December 17 minutes without dissent. A motion to submit a Conway Road Sidewalk Letter of Support, including commission members' names, was approved unanimously. The commission agreed to bring copies of the Trails Master Plan maps for review at the February 2, 2026 meeting. A spring garden‑party event was discussed as a developing idea.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Conway Road Sidewalk Letter of Support (unanimous)
• Decided to bring Trails Master Plan map copies for review at 2/2/26 meeting

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing and second readings on the proposed 2026 budget, an employee compensation ordinance, a deer management plan with White Buffalo, Inc., and an engineering services supplement for Longview Farm Park parking lot resurfacing. They will also consider resolutions to cancel a meeting and amend a subdivision declaration.

• Public hearing and 2nd reading of Bill 25-54: 2026 budget ordinance
• Bill 25-55: employee compensation rates, repealing Ordinance 4666
• Bill 25-56: Deer Management Plan and service agreement with White Buffalo, Inc.
• Bill 25-57: Supplement No. 2 to HR Green, Inc. agreement for Longview Farm Park Parking Lot Resurfacing
• Resolution R14-2025: amendment to Village on Conway Subdivision declaration

The Board of Aldermen unanimously adopted the 2026 budget (Bill No. 25‑54) and an employee compensation ordinance (Bill No. 25‑55). A deer management plan was approved by a 5‑2 vote (Bill No. 25‑56). The Board also unanimously approved additional engineering design services for the Longview Farm Park parking lot resurfacing (Bill No. 25‑57) and cancelled a scheduled meeting by voice vote.

• Approved 2026 budget (Bill No. 25‑54) – unanimous 7‑0 vote
• Approved employee compensation ordinance (Bill No. 25‑55) – unanimous 7‑0 vote
• Approved deer management plan (Bill No. 25‑56) – 5‑2 vote
• Approved additional engineering design services for Longview Farm Park parking lot (Bill No. 25‑57) – unanimous 7‑0 vote
• Cancelled scheduled Board of Aldermen meeting (Resolution R13‑2025) – voice vote carried

Board of Aldermen

The Town and Country Board of Aldermen will consider several ordinances, including the first reading of the 2026 city budget and its associated expenditures. It will also review contracts for actuarial services, dental and vision benefit plans, and a deer management agreement. Additional items include a conditional use permit for an outdoor game court and an engineering design supplement for the Longview Farm Park parking lot resurfacing.

• Bill No. 25-49 – Conditional Use Permit for an accessory structure (permanent outdoor game court) at 13770 Stonemont Court (2nd reading)
• Bill No. 25-50 – Contract with Danziger & Markhoff, LLP for GASB 75 actuarial services for OPEB retirees, fiscal years 2025‑2029 (2nd reading)
• Bill No. 25-51 – Renewal agreement with Delta Dental of Missouri for the city’s group dental benefit plan (2nd reading)
• Bill No. 25-54 – Ordinance approving the 2026 city budget and authorizing budgeted expenditures (1st reading)
• Bill No. 25-56 – Deer Management Plan and service agreement with While Buffalo, Inc. for professional deer management (1st reading)

The Board of Aldermen unanimously approved six ordinances covering a permanent outdoor game court, actuarial services for retiree benefits, a group dental benefit plan, a voluntary vision‑care plan, and continued participation in group life, accidental death, and long‑term disability insurance for city employees. They also adopted Resolution No. R12‑2025, extending the inspection‑fee waiver incentive program for an additional year through December 31 2026. The meeting approved the minutes of the November 10 special and regular meetings by voice vote.

• Approved Ordinance No. 4720 for a permanent outdoor game court at 13770 Stonemont Court (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 4721 authorizing actuarial services contract with Danziger & Markhoff LLP (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 4722 authorizing a renewal agreement with Delta Dental for a group dental benefit plan (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 4723 adopting a voluntary vision‑care benefit plan through Eyemed (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 4724 continuing participation with Standard Insurance for group life, accidental death, and long‑term disability insurance (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Approved Resolution No. R12‑2025 extending the waiver of inspection‑fee incentive program through Dec 31 2026 (voice vote carried)
• Approved the minutes of the 11/10/25 Special Meeting (voice vote)
• Approved the minutes of the 11/10/25 Regular Meeting, as amended (voice vote)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting to review a conditional use permit for a residential driveway gate at 1377 S. Mason Road. The agenda also includes the approval of the October 15, 2025, meeting minutes.

• Approval of October 15, 2025 minutes
• Conditional Use Permit for driveway gate at 1377 S. Mason Road

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from 10/15/25 by voice vote. A motion to recommend approval of a Conditional Use Permit for a residential driveway gate at 1377 S. Mason Road in the Estate (E) district passed with a 7‑1 vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Minutes of 10/15/25 approved unanimously (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit for 1377 S. Mason Rd carried 7-1
• Meeting adjourned unanimously

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings regarding two zoning variance requests. The board will determine if the requested exceptions to zoning regulations are permitted for the specific properties.

• Case No. 25-10: Variance for rear yard setback at 2 Vandiver Lane to install a pavilion
• Case No. 25-11: Variance for greenspace requirements at 1109 Highland Pointe Drive to install a permanent outdoor game court

The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved a variance allowing a 10‑ft rear‑yard setback at 2 Vandiver Lane and adopted the accompanying resolution. Minutes from the October 20 meeting were approved by voice vote. The December meeting was cancelled because there were no agenda items.

• Approved 10‑ft rear‑yard setback variance for 2 Vandiver Lane (5‑aye)
• Adopted resolution for 2 Vandiver Lane variance (5‑aye)
• Approved October 20 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Cancelled December meeting (no agenda items)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen is holding a special meeting to address a vacancy in Ward 2. The body will consider the appointment of nominee Michelle Friedman.

• Appointment of Michelle Friedman to fill aldermanic vacancy in Ward 2

The Board of Aldermen appointed Michelle Friedman to serve the unexpired term of John Steinhubl as the Ward 2 Alderman. Alderman Gerber moved the appointment, Alderman Murphy seconded, and all six present Aldermen voted aye, with no nay or abstentions. Alderman Schwoerer was absent but had previously emailed his approval of the nomination. The special meeting was then adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved appointment of Michelle Friedman to fill Ward 2 Alderman vacancy (unanimous AYE)
• Adjourned special meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Aldermen

The Town and Country Board of Aldermen will review a resurfacing project for Bopp Road, a conditional use permit for an outdoor game court, and several contracts for city employee benefits and actuarial services.

• Public hearing for outdoor game court permit at 13770 Stonemont Ct.
• Ordinance for Bopp Road resurfacing and pedestrian improvements (2nd reading)
• Contract with Danziger & Markhoff for GASB 75 actuarial services
• Renewal agreement with Delta Dental for group dental benefits
• Adoption of vision care benefit plan through EyeMed

The Board of Aldermen approved Bill No. 25‑48, which became Ordinance No. 4719, authorizing the city to enter a Surface Transportation Block Grant Agreement for the BOPP road resurfacing and pedestrian improvements project. The motion passed unanimously with all eight aldermen voting aye. The Board also confirmed Alderman Schwoerer as Chairman of the Public Works Commission by voice vote. No other substantive actions were taken; remaining items were read and scheduled for future consideration.

• Approved Bill No. 25‑48, creating Ordinance No. 4719 (unanimous aye vote)
• Confirmed Alderman Schwoerer as Chairman of the Public Works Commission (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of 10/27/25 by voice vote
• Read Bill No. 25‑49 (conditional use permit for game court) and continued to next meeting
• Read Bill No. 25‑50 (OPEB actuarial services) and continued to next meeting
• Read Bill No. 25‑51 (Delta Dental dental benefit renewal) and continued to next meeting
• Read Bill No. 25‑52 (voluntary vision care benefit plan) and continued to next meeting
• Read Bill No. 25‑53 (standard insurance group life and disability) and continued to next meeting

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will meet to review plans for several new single-family homes and one residential addition. One item regarding an accessory structure was removed from the agenda by staff.

• New single-family house at 913 Terra Bella Dr.
• New single-family house at 12301 Wildlife Trl.
• New single-family house at 12305 Wildlife Trl.
• Residential addition at 40 Muirfield Ln.
• New single-family houses at 13743 Belcrest Ct., 11758 Westham Dr., and 12 Brookwood Rd.

The Architectural Review Board unanimously approved the architectural reviews and authorized building permits for several new residential projects, including 913 Terra Bella Drive, 12305 Wildlife Trail, 40 Muirfield Lane, 13743 Belcrest Court, 11758 Westham Drive, and 12 Brookwood Road. The board also voted to continue the review of 12301 Wildlife Trail to the December 1, 2025 meeting. All decisions were made by voice vote.

• Approved architectural review for 913 Terra Bella Drive (unanimous voice vote)
• Continued review of 12301 Wildlife Trail to Dec 1, 2025 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved architectural review for 12305 Wildlife Trail with conditions (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved architectural review for 40 Muirfield Lane (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved architectural review for 13743 Belcrest Court (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved architectural review for 11758 Westham Drive (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved architectural review for 12 Brookwood Road (unanimous voice vote)

Parks & Trails Commission

The Town and Country Parks & Trails Commission will review its budget for the upcoming year. It will also consider the Preservation Park pickleball and bike playground proposal and discuss plans for the city's 75th anniversary events. Additionally, the commission will propose dates for upcoming concerts in the parks.

• Review of Preservation Park pickleball and bike playground (MSD and CBC)
• 75th Anniversary plan items: mural dedication, drone show, t‑shirts, time capsule
• Budget review for Parks & Trails
• Proposed concert dates: April 17, May 15, June 19, September 11 or 18, rain‑out Oct 16

The commission approved the prior meeting minutes. It voted unanimously to recommend the proposed 2026 Parks and Stormwater Budget to the Board of Aldermen. The commission also selected the concert dates for 2026, setting April 17, May 15, June 12, September 18, with October 16 as the rain‑out date.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended 2026 Parks and Stormwater Budget to Board of Aldermen (unanimously carried)
• Selected concert dates: April 17, May 15, June 12, September 18; rain‑out date October 16

Ways & Means Commission

The Ways & Means Commission will review and recommend approval of the city's 2026 budget. It will also consider a vendor for the OPEB audit and receive an economic update. The meeting includes routine items such as approving September 10 minutes and a call to order.

• Proposed 2026 Budget – presentation and recommendation for approval
• Vendor approval for OPEB audit
• Economic update
• Approval of minutes from September 10, 2025

Commission members approved the minutes from the September 10, 2025 meeting by voice vote. They recommended the proposed 2026 budget to the Board of Aldermen, which was adopted by voice vote. The commission also approved a contract with Danzinger & Markhoff for the OPEB audit, authorizing $1,650 for an interim actuarial evaluation and $3,400 for a full valuation report, again by voice vote.

• Approved September 10, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Recommended 2026 budget to Board of Aldermen (voice vote)
• Approved OPEB audit contract with Danzinger & Markhoff ($1,650 interim, $3,400 full report) (voice vote)

Board of Aldermen

The Board will hold second‑reading votes on three ordinances updating zoning, animal, and financial code sections. It will also vote on a professional services agreement with H Design Group, LLC for a public works facility. New business includes a resolution to amend the Takara Subdivision trust and a first‑reading vote on a Surface Transportation Block Grant for the Bopp Road resurfacing and pedestrian improvements project.

• Ordinance amending zoning regulations to address solar energy systems (2nd reading)
• Ordinance amending zoning and animal regulations for residential accessory structures (2nd reading)
• Ordinance amending the municipal code section on city financial payments (2nd reading)
• Ordinance authorizing a professional services agreement with H Design Group, LLC (2nd reading)
• Ordinance authorizing a Surface Transportation Block Grant for Bopp Road resurfacing and pedestrian improvements (1st reading)

The Board approved two mayoral appointments to the Planning & Zoning Commission and the Architectural Review Board. It adopted a solar‑energy ordinance (Ordinance No. 4715) and unanimously passed three other ordinances covering accessory structures, city financial payments, and a professional services agreement. A resolution amending the Takara Subdivision trust was also approved.

• Approved Natasha Hawatmeh‑Simon to Planning & Zoning Commission (voice vote)
• Approved Haley Jaworski to Architectural Review Board (voice vote)
• Adopted solar panel ordinance, Ordinance No. 4715 (6‑2 vote)
• Passed accessory‑structure ordinance, Ordinance No. 4716 (unanimous)
• Passed financial‑payments ordinance, Ordinance No. 4717 (unanimous)
• Approved professional‑services agreement ordinance, Ordinance No. 4718 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. R11‑2025 amending Takara Subdivision trust (voice vote)

Police, Fire & EMS Commission

The Police, Fire, and EMS Commission will meet to approve minutes from July 15, 2025, and receive reports from the Police Chief and West County Fire and EMS Chief. The agenda includes a presentation on the Police Department budget and the introduction of four new officers.

• Approval of July 15, 2025, minutes
• Police Chief's Report: Budget Overview
• Police Chief's Report: New Officers Jones, Tate, Waeckerle, and Pigue
• Police Chief's Report: Distinguished Service Citation to Officer Hamel
• Police Chief's Report: Civilian Service Citation to Gregory Ballard

The Police, Fire & EMS Commission approved the minutes from the July 15, 2025 meeting by voice vote. No other actions were formally decided during the session. The meeting was adjourned at 5:45 PM by unanimous voice vote, and the next commission meeting is scheduled for January 20, 2026.

• Approved July 15, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:45 PM (unanimous voice vote)
• Scheduled next meeting for Jan 20, 2026

Board of Adjustment

The Town & Country Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two variance requests. Sarah and Roy Vaz seek a variance to install a generator at 30 Brook Mill Lane in the Suburban Estate (SE) district. William Leinert seeks a variance to retain a driveway gate at 1377 S. Mason Road in the Estate (E) district. A motion may be made to move the meeting to closed session for certain topics.

• Variance request (Case 25-08) for generator installation at 30 Brook Mill Lane, Suburban Estate district
• Variance request (Case 25-09) for driveway gate at 1377 S. Mason Road, Estate district
• Potential motion to close the meeting under RSMO Section 610.021

The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved a variance to allow a standby generator to be installed 9.9 ft from the side property line at 30 Brook Mill Lane. The Board also unanimously approved a variance for a driveway gate at 1377 S. Mason Road to remain installed 26 ft from the street. Both variances were adopted with unanimous resolutions, and the meeting minutes were approved by voice vote before the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved variance for generator at 30 Brook Mill Lane (5‑0 unanimous)
• Adopted resolution for generator variance (5‑0 unanimous)
• Approved variance for driveway gate at 1377 S. Mason Road (5‑0 unanimous)
• Adopted resolution for gate variance (5‑0 unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 08/18/25 by voice vote (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting by voice vote (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider two Conditional Use Permit applications for accessory structures in the Suburban Estate (SE) zoning district—one for a pavilion at 12575 Bickford Drive and another for a permanent outdoor game court at 13770 Stonemont Ct. A record plat request for subdividing an 8.22‑acre lot at 2100 Barrett Station Road was removed at the applicant’s request. The meeting will also address the 2026 meeting schedule.

• Conditional Use Permit for accessory structure (pavilion) at 12575 Bickford Drive, Suburban Estate (SE) Zoning District
• Conditional Use Permit for accessory structure (permanent outdoor game court) at 13770 Stonemont Ct., Suburban Estate (SE) Zoning District
• Record Plat request for subdivision of 8.22‑acre lot at 2100 Barrett Station Road (removed at applicant request)
• Discussion of 2026 Meeting Schedule

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted to recommend approval of a pavilion permit at 12575 Bickford Drive and a permanent outdoor game‑court permit at 13770 Stonemont Court, each with staff‑recommended conditions. Both recommendations passed unanimously (8‑0). The meeting also approved the prior minutes and adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved minutes of 09/17/25 by voice vote (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit for pavilion at 12575 Bickford Drive (8‑0)
• Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit for game court at 13770 Stonemont Ct (8‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Town and Country Board of Aldermen will consider several zoning code amendments. Two public hearings will address regulations for solar energy systems and for single‑family residential accessory structures. The board will also review ordinances related to a sidewalk design contract, a park bridge repair contract, and other code updates.

• Public hearing on zoning code amendments for Solar Energy Systems (multiple sections)
• Public hearing on zoning code amendments for single‑family residential accessory structures
• Ordinance authorizing a Professional Services Agreement with Trekk Design Group for South Woods Mill Road Sidewalk Project (2nd reading)
• Ordinance accepting the bid and authorizing an agreement with Integra Construction Company for Longview Farm Park bridge repairs (1st reading)
• Ordinance authorizing the City Administrator to execute a professional services agreement with H Design Group, LLC for a public works facility (1st reading)

The Board passed Ordinance No. 4713, authorizing a professional services agreement with Trek Design Group for South Woods Mill Road sidewalk design, by unanimous voice vote. It also approved Ordinance No. 4714, accepting the bid and authorizing a contract with Integra Construction for Longview Farm Park bridge repairs, again unanimously. The solar‑energy zoning amendments (Bill 25‑43) and accessory‑structure zoning amendments (Bill 25‑44) received first readings and were set for second reading on October 27. A resolution was adopted to allow temporary lights for a football game at The Principia on October 24.

• Approved Ordinance No. 4713 for South Woods Mill Road sidewalk design (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 4714 for Longview Farm Park bridge repairs (unanimous)
• First reading of Bill 25‑43 (solar energy zoning amendments) and continued to Oct 27
• First reading of Bill 25‑44 (accessory‑structure zoning amendments) and continued to Oct 27
• Adopted Resolution R10‑2025 for temporary lights at football game (approved)
• Approved minutes of 9/22/25 by voice vote
• Mayor announced intent to appoint two commission members at next meeting

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will meet to review five requests for new construction and additions. The board will determine if these projects comply with city architectural standards.

• Addition at 8 Bellerive Country Club Grounds
• Addition at 2241 N Ballas Rd.
• New single-family house at 12801 Dubon Ln.
• Addition at 3003 Westham Dr.
• New single-family house at 1027 Claymark Dr.

The Town and Country Architectural Review Board met on October 6, 2025 and approved all five submitted applications. Each approval was made by unanimous voice vote and the board authorized the issuance of building permits once all code and ordinance requirements are satisfied. No public comments were received on any of the projects.

• Approved 8 Bellerive Country Club Grounds addition (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved 2241 N. Ballas Road new residence (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved 12801 Dubon Lane new residence (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved 3003 Westham Drive new residence (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved 1027 Claymark Drive new residence (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Aldermen

The Board will conduct a second reading of Ordinance 25-41 to set the 2025 property tax levy rate for the City of Town and Country. It will hold a first reading of Ordinance 25-42 to authorize a professional services agreement with Trekk Design Group for conceptual design plans for the South Woods Mill Road sidewalk project. The Board will also consider approval of staff travel for Corporal Dustin York of the FBI’s Law Enforcement Executive Development Association. Additional items include a warrant list and a motion to move the meeting to closed session.

• Ordinance 25-41 (second reading) – annual property tax levy rate for 2025
• Ordinance 25-42 (first reading) – professional services agreement with Trekk Design Group for South Woods Mill Road sidewalk design
• Approval of staff travel for Corporal Dustin York, FBI – Law Enforcement Executive Development Association
• Warrant list
• Motion to move the meeting to closed session

The Board accepted Substitute Bill No. 25-41, making it Ordinance No. 4712 that sets the 2025 property tax levy. The motion passed unanimously with all seven present aldermen voting aye and one absent. The Board also approved a $1,705 staff travel request and a $1,326,314.35 warrant list, both by voice vote. Bill No. 25-42 was read and sent to the October 13 meeting for a second reading.

• Adopted Substitute Bill No. 25-41 as Ordinance No. 4712 (property tax levy) – AYE: Gerber, Harder, Hughes, Kinsella, Sawyer, Schwoerer, Steinhubl; NAY: none; ABSTAIN: none; ABSENT: Murphy
• Approved staff travel request for Corporal Dustin York to attend FBI conference – $1,705, voice vote
• Approved warrant list – $1,326,314.35, voice vote
• Bill No. 25-42 (professional services agreement for South Woods Mill Road sidewalk) read first time and continued to Oct 13 for second reading
• Motion to close the meeting carried unanimously – AYE: Gerber, Harder, Hughes, Kinsella, Sawyer, Schwoerer, Steinhubl; NAY: none; ABSTAIN: none; ABSENT: Murphy

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a preliminary plat request to divide an 8.22‑acre property at 2100 Barrett Station Road into two lots within the Suburban Estate zoning district. The commission will also continue discussion of zoning code amendments affecting residential accessory structures, definitions, and permitted uses in the Suburban Estate and Suburban Low/Medium districts, carried over from the August 20 meeting.

• Preliminary plat request to split 8.22‑acre lot at 2100 Barrett Station Road into two lots (Suburban Estate zone) – public hearing
• Continued review of zoning code amendment for residential accessory structures (Sec. 205.120.D.8) and related definitions (Sec. 405.080) and permitted uses (Secs. 405.365.B, 405.465.B)
• Approval of minutes from the August 20, 2025 meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the August 20 meeting. It then approved a preliminary plat to split the 8.22‑acre property at 2100 Barrett Station Road into two lots, attaching conditions A‑F and an additional condition G. The commission also recommended a zoning code amendment for residential accessory structures to the Board of Aldermen and adopted supporting findings. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved 08/20/2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved preliminary plat for 2100 Barrett Station Road with conditions A‑F (8‑0)
• Added condition G requiring building‑permit plans for Lot B (unanimous voice vote)
• Recommended zoning code amendment on accessory structures to Board of Aldermen (8‑0)
• Approved eight findings supporting the zoning amendment (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Public Works Commission

The Public Works Commission will review four new proposals: a sidewalk project at South Woods Mill presented by Trekk Design Group, LLC; a 2026 pavement striping renewal contract with Americas Parking Remarking, LLC; a renewal of on‑call tree removal services with Gamma Tree Experts; and the Topping Phase 2B sidewalk project. The commission will also receive staff reports and updates.

• South Woods Mill sidewalk proposal – Trekk Design Group, LLC
• 2026 pavement striping renewal – Americas Parking Remarking, LLC
• On‑call tree removal services renewal – Gamma Tree Experts
• Topping Phase 2B sidewalk project

The Public Works Commission approved the 2026 pavement striping renewal contract and the on‑call tree removal services renewal, both unanimously. The commission also unanimously continued the South Woods Mill sidewalk proposal. Motions to continue or approve the Topping Phase 2B sidewalk both failed with a 4‑4 vote, and the minutes from the July 21 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved 2026 Pavement Striping Renewal (unanimous)
• Approved On‑Call Tree Removal Services Renewal (unanimous)
• Continued South Woods Mill Sidewalk Proposal (unanimous)
• Failed to continue Topping Phase 2B Sidewalk (4‑4)
• Failed to approve Topping Phase 2B Sidewalk (4‑4)
• Approved minutes of 7/21/2025 (unanimous)

Ways & Means Commission

The Ways & Means Commission will meet on September 10, 2025. It will approve the minutes from the May 28, 2025 meeting and discuss a recommendation on a property tax levy. The commission will receive updates on retreat facilities, roads, sidewalks, other potential capital projects and possible funding, consider a warrant list code amendment, and get an economic update before adjourning.

• Discussion and recommendation on property tax levy
• Retreat update on facilities, roads, sidewalks, and potential capital projects
• Warrant list code amendment recommendation
• Economic update
• Approval of minutes from May 28, 2025

The commission approved the May 28 minutes, then voted to recommend the property tax levy outlined in the public‑hearing notice. A motion to defer discussion of three sidewalk projects for one year was approved, and the commission adopted a warrant‑list code amendment to let staff pay bills without prior board approval. The meeting adjourned unanimously.

• Approved May 28, 2025 minutes (motion by John Wichlenski, seconded by Bob Aikin, voice vote)
• Recommended property tax levy as proposed (motion by George Tarlas, seconded by Janine Fabick, voice vote)
• Deferred discussion of Mason Road, South Woods Mill Rd, and Ballas Rd sidewalks for one year (motion by Janine Fabick, seconded by Bob Aikin, approved)
• Approved warrant‑list code amendment recommendation to the Board of Aldermen (motion by Sue Allen, seconded by Hans Fredrickson, voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by George Tarlas, seconded by John Wichlenski, unanimous approval)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing regarding proposed annual property tax rates and consider a first reading of an ordinance to establish the 2025 tax levy. The meeting also includes second readings for several building code amendments and land use adjustments.

• Public hearing on annual property tax rates
• Bill No. 25-41: Ordinance establishing the annual rate of tax levy for 2025
• Bill No. 25-40: Fifth Amended Final Site Development Plan for Town and Country Crossing at 1000 Town and Country Crossing Drive
• Liquor license approval for Full Throttle Adrenaline Park
• Bill No. 25-38 and 25-39: Plat modifications for Vandiver Place Subdivision and Dubon Lane

The Board of Aldermen approved five ordinances (Nos. 4707‑4711) that amend the municipal building code, each passing with a unanimous roll‑call vote. A voice vote also approved Retail By‑The‑Drink and Sunday By‑The‑Drink liquor licenses for Full Throttle Adrenaline Park at 13901 Manchester Road. The September 8 warrant list for $574,303.77 was approved by voice vote. A public hearing was held on the upcoming 2025 property‑tax levy, but no tax rate was set at this meeting.

• Ordinance No. 4707 (Bill 25‑36) amending building code Section 500.070 – approved unanimously (AYE all eight Aldermen)
• Ordinance No. 4708 (Bill 25‑37) adopting St. Louis County electrical and plumbing codes – approved unanimously (AYE all eight Aldermen)
• Ordinance No. 4709 (Bill 25‑38) permanent open‑space modifications for Vandiver Place – approved unanimously (AYE all eight Aldermen)
• Ordinance No. 4710 (Bill 25‑39) boundary adjustment for Lots 8A/8B of Dubon Lane – approved unanimously (AYE all eight Aldermen)
• Ordinance No. 4711 (Bill 25‑40) final site‑development plan for Town and Country Crossing – approved unanimously (AYE all eight Aldermen)
• Retail By‑The‑Drink and Sunday By‑The‑Drink liquor licenses for Full Throttle Adrenaline Park (13901 Manchester Rd) – approved by voice vote
• Warrant List totaling $574,303.77 – approved by voice vote

Other

The Veterans & First Responders Task Force will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss new business. The agenda includes a construction contract and plans for a grand opening event.

• Construction Contract - Musick Construction
• Grand Opening scheduled for November 11 at 11 AM

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will meet to review a new single-family house design at 12832 Topping Woods Estate Dr. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; no other decisions or discussions are listed.

• Architectural review for new single-family house at 12832 Topping Woods Estate Dr

The board approved the minutes from 08/04/2025 unanimously. The board approved the architectural review for a new single‑family house at 12832 Topping Woods Estate Drive, adding a condition to extend the cement board siding the full length of the left elevation. The meeting was adjourned at 5:46 PM by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved minutes of 08/04/2025 (unanimous)
• Approved architectural review for 12832 Topping Woods Estate Drive, with condition to extend cement board siding the full left elevation (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:46 PM (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Town and Country Board of Aldermen will hold its regular meeting on August 25, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The board will conduct second readings on ethics and open-records ordinances, and is expected to approve a tree-chipping contract with Gamma Tree Experts. Five new ordinances will receive first readings, including updates to building codes and approvals for subdivision plats and a site development plan.

• Second reading on ethics ordinance (Bill No. 25-34)
• Second reading on open-records ordinance (Bill No. 25-33)
• Second reading on $X tree-chipping contract with Gamma Tree Experts (Bill No. 25-35)
• First reading on building-code amendments (Bill No. 25-36, 25-37)
• Approval of Fifth Amended Final Site Development Plan for Town and Country Crossing at 1000 Town and Country Crossing Drive (Bill No. 25-40)

The Board of Aldermen approved Ordinance No. 4705, amending the Open Meetings and Records provisions, by an 8‑0 vote. They also approved Ordinance No. 4706, updating the Code of Ethics, by an 8‑0 vote. A proposal to fund the 2025 Fall Branch Chipping Program (Bill 25‑35) was rejected 3‑5. The Board approved a $38,150 purchase order for a police vehicle and the August warrant list totaling $188,445.40.

• Approved Ordinance No. 4705 (open meetings and records) – vote 8‑0
• Approved Ordinance No. 4706 (code of ethics) – vote 8‑0
• Rejected Bill No. 25‑35 (2025 Fall Branch Chipping Program) – vote 3‑5
• Approved $38,150 police vehicle purchase order – voice vote
• Approved August 25 warrant list $188,445.40 – voice vote

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider amendments to the zoning code regarding residential accessory structures. The body will also review two boundary adjustment plats and a site development plan for electric vehicle charging stations.

• Amended Final Site Development Plan for electric vehicle charging stations at 1000 Town and Country Crossing Drive
• Boundary adjustment plat for 18 Vandiver Lane
• Boundary adjustment plat for 12810 and 12800 Dubon Lane
• Zoning Code Amendments to Sections 205.120.D.8, 405.080, 405.365.B, and 405.465.B regarding residential accessory structures

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved the amended final site development plan for Town and Country Crossing, adding conditions A‑G for the electric vehicle charging stations. It also approved a boundary‑adjustment plat for 18 Vandiver Lane (9‑1) and another for 12810‑12800 Dubon Lane (10‑0). The commission voted to continue the proposed zoning code amendment to the next meeting (10‑0).

• Approved amended final site development plan for Town and Country Crossing with conditions A‑G (10‑0)
• Approved boundary‑adjustment plat for 18 Vandiver Lane (9‑1)
• Approved boundary‑adjustment plat for 12810‑12800 Dubon Lane (10‑0)
• Continued zoning code amendment to next regular meeting (10‑0)
• Approved minutes of 05/21/2025 meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Adjustment

The Town and Country Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two zoning variance requests: one from Zheng Capital Realty for fence placement, height, and materials at 12545 Amersham Court, and another from Nadir Djavaherian for green space relief to install a pool at 12982 Huntbridge Forest. The board will also consider officer elections and a potential closed session for legal and personnel matters.

• Variance request for fence placement, height, and solid construction at 12545 Amersham Court (Case No. 25-06)
• Variance request for green space relief to install a pool at 12982 Huntbridge Forest (Case No. 25-07)
• Election of officers
• Possible closed session for legal actions, litigation, real estate, and personnel matters

The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved the August 16 minutes. The September meeting was cancelled because no new applications were received. All three fence variance requests for 12545 Amersham Court were denied. The Board then adopted a resolution unanimously.

• Approved August 16 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Denied location variance for fence at 12545 Amersham Court (5-0)
• Denied height variance for fence at 12545 Amersham Court (5-0)
• Denied open‑area construction variance for fence at 12545 Amersham Court (5-0)
• Adopted resolution (5-0)

Parks & Trails Commission

The commission meets to approve past minutes, receive park and trail reports, and discuss unfinished business including pickleball and bike playground specifications, a tunnel mural grand opening, and a rescheduled summer concert series. New business includes a site tour, and future meetings are outlined.

• Preservation Park Pickleball and Bike Playground specifications underway
• Town Square Tunnel Mural grand opening on August 15
• Summer Concert Series rescheduled to September 19, 6-8 PM
• 75th Anniversary Plan includes drone show on October 4 and Winterfest time capsule on December 6

The Parks & Trails Commission approved the August 18 meeting minutes after a motion by Stephanie Petersen and a second by Steve Korbecki. The Summer Concert Series was rescheduled: the Funky Butt Band now performs on July 25, 7‑9 PM, and the NUVO concert moved to September 19, 6‑8 PM. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion by Stephanie Petersen, seconded by Steve Korbecki)
• Rescheduled Funky Butt Band concert to Friday July 25, 7‑9 PM
• Rescheduled NUVO concert to Friday September 19, 6‑8 PM

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold first readings on ordinances regarding record retention and the municipal Code of Ethics. The body will also consider a contract for the 2025 Fall Branch Chipping Program and a subdivision completion certificate.

• Bill No. 25-33: Ordinance on record keeping and retention
• Bill No. 25-34: Amendment to Code of Ethics and conflicts of interest
• Resolution No. R09-2025: Certificate of Final Completion and escrow release for Stonechase on Conway Subdivision
• Bill No. 25-35: Bid acceptance and agreement with Gamma Tree Experts for 2025 Fall Branch Chipping Program
• Appointment of John Skae to Ways & Means

The Board approved the July 28 2025 warrant list for $146,660.41 by voice vote. Mayor Rehm appointed John Skae to the at‑large Ways & Means Commission, also approved by voice vote. The resolution confirming final completion of the Stone Chase subdivision was approved. Three ordinance bills (25‑33, 25‑34, 25‑35) were read for the first time and set for a second reading on August 25.

• Approved July 28 2025 warrant list $146,660.41 (voice vote)
• Approved appointment of John Skae to Ways & Means Commission (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution R09‑2025 for Stone Chase final completion (voice vote)
• Bill 25‑33 (Open Meetings & Records) read first time, no objection
• Bill 25‑34 (Code of Ethics) read first time, no objection
• Bill 25‑35 (Gamma Tree Experts contract) read first time, no objection

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will meet to review plans for a new single-family home and two residential additions. The board will also approve the minutes from the July 7, 2025 meeting.

• Architectural review for a residential addition at 3 Rutherford Ln.
• Architectural review for a new single-family house at 16 Clayton Hills Ln.
• Architectural review for a residential addition at 14260 Cedar Springs Dr.

The Architectural Review Board approved the architectural reviews and authorized building permits for a residential addition at 3 Rutherford Lane, a new single‑family house at 16 Clayton Hills Lane, and a residential addition at 14260 Cedar Springs Drive. All three approvals were made by unanimous voice vote and are contingent on meeting all applicable codes and ordinances. The board also approved the minutes from July 7, 2025 and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved architectural review and authorized permit for 3 Rutherford Lane addition (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved architectural review and authorized permit for 16 Clayton Hills Lane new house (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved architectural review and authorized permit for 14260 Cedar Springs Drive addition (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved minutes of 07/07/2025 (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a second reading of an ordinance regarding the Longview Farm Park parking lot and sidewalk project. The body will also review the warrant list.

• Bill No. 25-32: Ordinance for easement and maintenance agreements with the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District (MSD) for Longview Farm Park parking lot and sidewalk project
• Review of the Warrant List

The Board approved the minutes from the July 14 meeting by voice vote. It then passed Bill No. 25‑32, which became Ordinance No. 4704 authorizing the City Administrator and Clerk to execute easement and maintenance agreements with the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District for the Longview Farm Park parking lot and sidewalk project. The July 28 warrant list for $146,660.41 was also approved, and the meeting was adjourned at 7:11 PM.

• Approved minutes of 7/14/2025 (voice vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 4704 (Bill No. 25‑32) authorizing MSD easement (unanimous AYE vote)
• Approved July 28, 2025 warrant list for $146,660.41 (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:11 PM (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will meet for an annual workshop to review facilities and zoning text amendments. The session includes discussions on funding and prioritization for streets, sidewalks, and trails.

• Streets, sidewalks, and trails prioritization and funding mechanisms
• Capital Improvement Programming Document presentation
• Zoning text amendments presentation
• Deer management discussion
• Facilities update presentation

The Board of Aldermen held its annual work shop retreat, presenting updates on facilities, capital improvements, streets, sidewalks, stormwater, zoning amendments, and deer management. No votes were taken and no formal actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Parks & Trails Commission

The Commission is reviewing updates on the Preservation Park pickleball and bike playground and the Town Square Tunnel Mural. Members are coordinating a series of 75th anniversary events and discussing construction at Longview. The meeting includes reports on the summer concert series.

• Preservation Park Pickleball and Bike Playground specifications and survey
• Town Square Tunnel Mural grand opening on August 15
• 75th Anniversary events including a October 4 drone show and December 6 time capsule
• Longview sod installation and parking lot construction
• Summer Concert Series dates for July 25 and August 15

The Parks & Trails Commission approved the minutes from the July 20, 2024 meeting by a unanimous vote. No other actions were voted on; the remaining agenda items were informational updates.

• Approved July 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Public Works Commission

The Public Works Commission will meet to review a contract for the Westmoor SW Project. The body will also discuss the conceptual design for the Public Works Facility.

• Westmoor SW Project Contract
• Public Works Facility Conceptual Design

The Public Works Commission approved the minutes of May 19, 2025 unanimously. It voted unanimously to recommend T.Hill Construction for the Westmoor Place stormwater project to the Board of Aldermen. It also unanimously approved the Public Works Facility Conceptual Design to be sent to the Board of Aldermen. The meeting was adjourned at 7:31 PM after a motion.

• Approved May 19, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended T.Hill Construction for Westmoor stormwater project to Board of Aldermen (unanimous)
• Approved Public Works Facility Conceptual Design to Board of Aldermen (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Police, Fire & EMS Commission

The commission will meet to introduce a new chairman and receive reports from the Police Chief, the West County Fire and EMS Chief, and an alderman. The Police Chief's report includes the introduction of new officers Eddison and Skoklo.

• Introduction of new Chairman Harder
• Reports from Police Chief and West County Fire and EMS Chief
• Introduction of New Officer Eddison and New Officer Skoklo

The commission approved the minutes from March 25, 2025 by voice vote. Members agreed to change future commission meetings to a quarterly schedule on the third Tuesday of January, April, July, and October. The report noted that the Board of Adjustment has approved infrastructure improvements for the firehouse, municipal center, and new public works building. Planning for the FY 2026 budget will begin soon, with two budget items expected for the October meeting.

• Approved March 25, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Agreed to hold quarterly PFE meetings on the 3rd Tuesday of Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct
• Noted BOA approval of firehouse, municipal center, and public works infrastructure plans
• Motion to adjourn passed unanimously (voice vote)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold second readings for two conditional use permits and a first reading for a sewer district agreement. The meeting includes a review of the warrant list and a potential closed session for legal and personnel matters.

• Bill No. 25-30: Conditional Use Permit for an accessory structure and driveway gate at 11929 Clayton Road
• Bill No. 25-31: Conditional Use Permit for outside dining for Session Taco at 1000 Woodsmill Plaza
• Bill No. 25-32: Easement and maintenance agreement with Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District for Longview Farm Park parking lot and sidewalk project
• Review of the Warrant List

The Board of Aldermen adopted Ordinance No. 4702, granting a conditional use permit for an accessory structure driveway gate at 11929 Clayton Road, and Ordinance No. 4703, granting a conditional use permit for outside dining for Session Taco at 1000 WoodsMill Plaza. Both ordinances passed unanimously. The meeting also approved the warrant list totaling $808,789.77 by voice vote.

• Approved Ordinance No. 4702 for a driveway gate at 11929 Clayton Road (unanimous AYE)
• Approved Ordinance No. 4703 for outside dining at 1000 WoodsMill Plaza (unanimous AYE)
• Approved warrant list in the amount of $808,789.77 (voice vote carried)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will meet to consider three architectural reviews for residential properties. The board will decide on a facade amendment and two new single-family home constructions.

• Residential Façade Amendment at 11712 Westham Dr.
• New Single-Family House at 13820 Clayton Rd.
• New Single-Family House at 2329 N. Ballas Rd.

The Architectural Review Board approved the minutes from June 2, 2025. It then unanimously approved the architectural reviews for 11712 Westham Drive, 13820 Clayton Road, and 2329 N. Ballas Road, authorizing building permits for each. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved minutes of 06/02/2025 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved 11712 Westham Drive façade amendment (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved 13820 Clayton Road new residence (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved 2329 N. Ballas Road new residence (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:10 PM (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings and first readings for conditional use permits at 1000 Woodsmill Plaza and 11929 Clayton Road. The body will also consider a second reading for a site plan at Lamp and Lantern Village and a purchase order for deicing salt.

• Conditional Use Permit for outside dining at Session Taco (1000 Woodsmill Plaza)
• Conditional Use Permit for a driveway gate at 11929 Clayton Road
• Bill No. 25-28: Eleventh Amended Final Site Development Plan for Lamp and Lantern Village Shopping Center
• Bill No. 25-29: Purchase order with Compass Materials for bulk deicing salt and Road Fund budget amendment
• Resolution No. R08-2025: Termination notice for agreement with Central County E911

The Board unanimously approved Ordinance No. 4700 for the Lamp and Lantern Village Shopping Center and Ordinance No. 4701 amending the 2025 budget to fund a bulk deicing‑salt purchase. It also approved appointments to the Planning and Zoning and Ways and Means commissions, adopted a list of retail liquor licenses, and passed a resolution to terminate the Central County E911 agreement. The conditional‑use permits for a driveway gate at 11929 Clayton Road and outside dining at Session Taco were read for the first time and set for a second reading on July 14. The June 9 warrant list totaling $342,988.35 was approved.

• Approved Ordinance No. 4700 for Lamp and Lantern Village Shopping Center (unanimous AYE)
• Approved Ordinance No. 4701 amending 2025 budget for bulk deicing salt purchase (unanimous AYE)
• Appointed Mike Barry to Planning and Zoning Commission (voice vote)
• Appointed Sue Allen to Ways and Means Commission (voice vote)
• Approved listed retail liquor licenses (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution R08‑2025 to terminate Central County E911 agreement (voice vote)
• Approved June 9, 2025 warrant list totaling $342,988.35 (voice vote)
• First reading of Bill 25‑30 (driveway gate) and Bill 25‑31 (outside dining) continued to July 14

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for June 16, 2025, has been cancelled. A new notice and agenda will be posted once the hearing is rescheduled.

• Case No. 25-06: Variance request by Zheng Capital Realty for fence placement and height at 12545 Amersham Court

Parks & Trails Commission

The commission is discussing updates on the Preservation Park pickleball and bike playground and the Town Square Tunnel Mural. The meeting includes reviews of sod installation and parking lot construction at Longview. Members are also coordinating a series of 75th anniversary events and summer concerts.

• Preservation Park Pickleball and Bike Playground survey and specifications
• Town Square Tunnel Mural grand opening on August 15
• 75th Anniversary events including a drone show on October 4 and Winterfest time capsule on December 6
• Longview sod installation
• Longview parking lot construction

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will vote on second readings for several infrastructure and renovation contracts. They will also hold a first reading for a shopping center site plan and a budget amendment for deicing salt.

• Bill No. 25-24: Conditional Use Permit for a pool house at 13200 Thornhill Drive
• Bill No. 25-25: Agreement with Sweetens Sealing Services for 2025 Crack Sealing Program
• Bill No. 25-26: Agreement with M&H Concrete Contractors for 2025 Concrete Slab Replacement Project
• Bill No. 25-27: Professional Services Agreement with Archimages for Municipal Center and Fire House Renovation Project
• Bill No. 25-28: Eleventh Amended Final Site Development Plan for Lamp and Lantern Village Shopping Center at 388 Lamp and Lantern Village

The Board of Aldermen approved several ordinances and a resolution. Ordinances for a pool‑house accessory structure, a crack‑sealing contract, a concrete‑slab replacement contract, and a consultant agreement were each adopted unanimously. The city also adopted the 2025‑2030 St. Louis Regional All‑Hazard Mitigation Plan and approved the June 9 warrant list for $342,988.35.

• Approved Ordinance No. 4696 for a conditional use permit for a pool house accessory structure (unanimous AYE)
• Approved Ordinance No. 4697 accepting Sweetens Sealing Services bid for the 2025 crack sealing program (unanimous AYE)
• Approved Ordinance No. 4698 accepting M&H Concrete Contractors bid for the 2025 concrete slab replacement project (unanimous AYE)
• Approved Ordinance No. 4699 authorizing a professional services agreement with Archimages for municipal center and fire‑house renovation (unanimous AYE)
• Adopted Resolution No. R07‑2025 adopting the 2025‑2030 St. Louis Regional All‑Hazard Mitigation Plan (voice vote carried)
• Approved the June 9, 2025 warrant list in the amount of $342,988.35 (voice vote carried)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will meet to review two residential projects. The board will consider a residential addition and the construction of a new single-family home.

• Architectural Review: 20 Bellerive Country Club Grounds Dr. (Residential Addition)
• Architectural Review: 133 Hawthorne Estates Dr. (New Single-Family House)

The Architectural Review Board approved the addition at 20 Bellerive Country Club Grounds Drive and the new residence at 133 Hawthorne Estates Drive, authorizing building permits pending code compliance. Both approvals were passed by unanimous voice vote, with Chairman Hughes abstaining on the Hawthorne Estates decision due to a conflict of interest. The meeting was adjourned at 5:50 PM.

• Approved addition at 20 Bellerive Country Club Grounds Dr (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved new residence at 133 Hawthorne Estates Dr (unanimous voice vote; Chairman Hughes abstained)
• Approved minutes of 05/05/2025 (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:50 PM (unanimous voice vote)

Other

The Veterans & First Responders Task Force is meeting to approve previous minutes and review a financial report. The body will also discuss a construction contract with Musick Construction.

• Construction Contract - Musick Construction

The task force approved the minutes from the January 29, 2025 meeting, with a motion by Skip Mange and a second by Larry Toomey. The approval was unanimous. The group also reviewed a proposed stone structure project and scheduled a field trip to Earthworks on June 12, but no vote was taken on the construction contract.

• Approved minutes from 1/29/25 (unanimous)

Ways & Means Commission

The Ways & Means Commission will meet to discuss the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for 2024 and the annual audit. An economic update will also be presented. The meeting follows procedural items including approval of prior minutes.

The Ways & Means Commission approved the minutes from the March 12, 2025 meeting. The Finance Director presented the draft 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and audit findings. Economic and property‑tax updates were discussed, and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved March 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously (motion by Wichlenski, seconded by Mayor Rehm)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold second readings on liquor license ordinances and a pool house permit. They will also consider first readings for road sealing, concrete replacement, and renovation consulting services.

• Bill No. 25-18: Ordinance amending liquor license sections of the Municipal Code
• Bill No. 25-24: Conditional Use Permit for a pool house at 13200 Thornhill Drive
• Bill No. 25-25: Bid for the 2025 Crack Sealing Program with Sweetens Sealing Services
• Bill No. 25-26: Bid for the 2025 Concrete Slab Replacement Project with M&H Concrete Contractors
• Bill No. 25-27: Professional Services Agreement with Archimages for Municipal Center and Fire House Renovation Project

The Board approved the minutes from May 12, 2025. Bill No. 25-18 amending liquor license provisions was passed 5‑3 and became Ordinance No. 4695. Several other bills were postponed to the June 9 meeting, and the warrant list for $142,201.16 was approved.

• Approved minutes of 5/12/2025 by voice vote
• Adopted Bill No. 25-18 amending liquor license rules, passed 5-3, became Ordinance No. 4695
• Moved Bill No. 25-24 (pool house conditional use) to June 9 meeting
• Continued Bill No. 25-25 (crack sealing program) to June 9 for second reading
• Continued Bill No. 25-26 (concrete slab replacement) to June 9 for second reading
• Continued Bill No. 25-27 (consultant services for renovations) to June 9 for second reading
• Approved warrant list totaling $142,201.16 by voice vote
• Adjourned meeting at 7:13 PM by unanimous voice vote

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Town and Country Planning & Zoning Commission will review two amended site development plans for commercial properties and two conditional use permits for outdoor dining and residential driveway gates. All items are continuations from the April 16 meeting.

• Amended Final Site Development Plan for EV charging stations at 1000 Town and Country Crossing Drive (C-PMX Zoning)
• Amended Final Site Development Plan for parking lot addition at Lamp and Lantern Shopping Center, 388 Lamp and Lantern Village (C Zoning)
• Conditional Use Permit for outdoor dining at Session Taco, 1000 Woodsmill Plaza (C Zoning)
• Conditional Use Permit for residential driveway gate at 11929 Clayton Road (SE Zoning)

The commission approved the minutes from the April 16 meeting and amended a paragraph, both by unanimous voice vote. It postponed the Town & Country Crossing site‑development plan to the June 18 meeting and recommended approval of the Lamp and Lantern shopping‑center plan to the Board of Aldermen. It also recommended approval of two conditional‑use permits – one for Session Taco outdoor dining with added safety conditions, and one for a residential driveway gate – each with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved minutes of 04/16/2025 (unanimous voice vote)
• Amended minutes paragraph to note no public comments (unanimous voice vote)
• Continued Town & Country Crossing site‑development plan to June 18 meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Recommended approval of Lamp & Lantern Shopping Center site plan to Board of Aldermen (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Session Taco outdoor‑dining conditional use permit (7-0)
• Added condition I (reinforced planters/barriers) to Session Taco permit (7-0)
• Recommended approval of residential driveway gate conditional use permit (7-0)

Parks & Trails Commission

The Commission is reviewing updates on the Summer Concert Series and the 75th Anniversary Plan. Members will discuss storyboard ideas for a drone show and the town's time capsule.

• Summer Concert Series: Klose Kuarters (6/20) and NUVO (8/15)
• 75th Anniversary events including a drone show (10/4) and time capsule (8/15)
• Preservation Park Pickleball and Bike Playground update
• Town Square Tunnel Mural update
• West News Magazine 75th Anniversary story

The commission met on May 20, 2025 at Drace Park. The minutes from the April 21, 2024 meeting were approved unanimously. No other actions were formally decided; the commission discussed upcoming events and projects that remain pending.

• Approved April 21, 2024 minutes – unanimous

Public Works Commission

The Public Works Commission will meet to review several 2025 municipal maintenance programs. The body will discuss scheduling and procurement for city infrastructure and debris removal.

• 2025 Fall Branch Chipping Program
• 2025 Crack Sealing Program
• 2025 Concrete Slab Replacement Program
• Bulk Deicing Salt Purchase

The commission approved the minutes of 03/25/2025 by a 5‑0 vote. It unanimously recommended approval of several 2024 code revisions—including Property Maintenance, International Building, International Existing Building, International Residential, International Fire, and St. Louis County Electrical & Plumbing codes—to the Board of Aldermen. It also recommended approval of the 2025 Asphalt Pavement Program for Clayton Road, budgeted at $495,000, with construction hours set from 9 am to 3 pm.

• Approved minutes of 03/25/2025 (5‑0)
• Recommended 2024 Property Maintenance Code revisions to Board of Aldermen (5‑0)
• Recommended 2024 International Building Code revisions to Board of Aldermen (5‑0)
• Recommended 2024 International Existing Building Code revisions to Board of Aldermen (5‑0)
• Recommended 2024 International Residential Code revisions to Board of Aldermen (5‑0)
• Recommended 2024 International Fire Code revisions to Board of Aldermen (5‑0)
• Recommended St. Louis County Electrical & Plumbing Code revisions to Board of Aldermen (5‑0)
• Recommended 2025 Asphalt Pavement Program – NB West Contracting ($495,000) to Board of Aldermen (5‑0)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for a pool house. Members are also considering ordinances related to liquor licenses, a shopping center site plan, and creek stabilization engineering.

• Public hearing for a pool house conditional use permit at 13200 Thornhill Drive
• Bill No. 25-18: Ordinance amending Municipal Code regarding liquor licenses
• Bill No. 25-22: Third Amended Final Site Development Plan for Manchester Meadows Shopping Center at 13867 Manchester Road
• Bill No. 25-23: Professional Services Agreement with HR Green for Carberry Place and Barnbridge Road Creek Stabilization Project
• Appointment of Provisional Judge Doug Sidel

The Board appointed Doug Sidel as Provisional Judge and named Aldermen Harder and Sawyer to the Police, Fire & EMS and Ways and Means commissions, respectively. Alderman Murphy was elected Acting President. Ordinance No. 4693 approving the Manchester Meadows Shopping Center site plan and Ordinance No. 4694 authorizing engineering services for the Carberry Place creek stabilization were both approved. The Warrant List for $208,776.89 was approved and a motion to continue the alcoholic‑beverages ordinance to the May 27 meeting passed.

• Appointed Doug Sidel as Provisional Judge (voice vote)
• Appointed Alderman Harder to Police, Fire & EMS Commission (voice vote)
• Appointed Alderman Sawyer to Ways and Means Commission (voice vote)
• Elected Alderman Murphy as Acting President (voice vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 4693 for Manchester Meadows Shopping Center (6-1)
• Approved Ordinance No. 4694 for Carberry Place creek stabilization (unanimous)
• Approved Warrant List $208,776.89 (voice vote)
• Motion to continue Bill 25-18 (alcoholic beverages) to May 27 passed (6-1)

Other

The Veterans & First Responders Task Force will consider a financial report and discuss a construction contract with Musick Construction. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from January 29, 2025, and old business items.

• Construction contract with Musick Construction (no dollar amount provided)
• Financial report review
• Approval of meeting minutes from January 29, 2025

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will hold a regular meeting to review four architectural proposals: a roof-mounted solar array at 1019 Polo Downs, a pool house at 13200 Thornhill Drive, a new single-family house at 12324 Ballas Lane, and a rear addition at 13505 Weston Park Drive. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and address any other business.

• Architectural review – 1019 Polo Downs – roof-mounted solar array (rear)
• Architectural review – 13200 Thornhill Drive – pool house
• Architectural review – 12324 Ballas Lane – new single-family house
• Architectural review – 13505 Weston Park Drive – rear addition

The Architectural Review Board approved the minutes from 04/07/2025. It then unanimously approved architectural reviews and authorized building permits for projects at 1019 Polo Downs Drive, 13200 Thornhill Drive, 12324 Ballas Lane, and 13505 Weston Park Drive, pending compliance with codes and ordinances. The meeting was adjourned at 5:50 PM.

• Approved minutes of 04/07/2025 (unanimous)
• Approved architectural review & building permit for 1019 Polo Downs Drive solar array (unanimous)
• Approved architectural review & building permit for 13200 Thornhill Drive pool house (unanimous)
• Approved architectural review & building permit for 12324 Ballas Lane new single‑family house (unanimous)
• Approved architectural review & building permit for 13505 Weston Park Drive rear addition (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:50 PM (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold second readings on several ordinances, including one that repeals and replaces overtime compensation regulations for all city employees and another accepting a bid for the Clayton Road Resurfacing Project. A first reading will consider a site plan for Manchester Meadows Shopping Center, a resolution adopting an amended Investment Policy, and a professional services agreement for a creek stabilization project. One item, a conditional use permit for a solar energy system, is expected to be continued indefinitely.

• Bill 25-21: Ordinance repealing and replacing overtime compensation regulations for all city employees (2nd reading)
• Bill 25-20: Acceptance of NB West Contracting's bid for the 2025 Clayton Road Resurfacing Project from Municipal Center Drive to Mason Road (2nd reading)
• Bill 25-22: First reading of the Third Amended Final Site Development Plan for Manchester Meadows Shopping Center at 13867 Manchester Road
• Resolution R06-2025: Adoption of an amended Investment Policy for the city
• Bill 25-23: Professional Services Agreement with HR Green for engineering design on the Carberry Place and Barnbridge Road Creek Stabilization Project (1st reading)

The Board of Aldermen unanimously approved three ordinances: a site‑development plan for Kirk of the Hills, a contract for the 2025 Clayton Road resurfacing project, and new overtime compensation regulations for city employees. It also adopted an amended investment policy, approved a $102,079.94 warrant list, and moved several pending bills to future meetings for further review.

• Approved Ordinance No. 4690 for Kirk of the Hills site‑development plan (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 4691 accepting NB West Contracting bid for Clayton Road resurfacing (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Approved Ordinance No. 4692 establishing new overtime compensation regulations (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Adopted amended investment policy for the city (voice vote carried)
• Approved warrant list in the amount of $102,079.94 (voice vote carried)
• Continued Bill 25‑16 (solar accessory structure) to Architectural Review Board (voice vote carried)
• Continued Bill 25‑18 (alcoholic beverages code amendment) to May 12 meeting (voice vote carried)
• Continued Bill 25‑22 (Manchester Meadows shopping center site plan) to May 12 for second reading

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three variance requests from zoning regulations. Two requests seek variances for rear yard setbacks to build pools and patios at residences. One request seeks a variance for maximum building coverage to construct an addition at a church.

• Case 25-03: Variances for rear yard setback to build pool and deck at 13004 Pingry Place (Suburban Estate district).
• Case 25-04: Variances for rear yard setback to build pool and firepit patio at 14318 Manderleigh Woods Drive (Suburban Medium district in Manderleigh Subdivision).
• Case 25-05: Variance for maximum building coverage to build addition at 12928 Ladue Road (Kirk of the Hills church, Suburban Estate district).

The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved both variances requested for 13004 Pingry Place, allowing a 10‑ft pool setback and a 16‑ft deck setback. It also approved the pool variance for 14318 Manderleigh Woods Drive by a 4‑1 vote, but denied the firepit patio variance for the same property by a 3‑2 vote. Resolutions for each approved variance were adopted unanimously.

• Approved 10‑ft rear‑yard setback variance for pool at 13004 Pingry Place (5‑0)
• Approved 16‑ft rear‑yard setback variance for pool deck at 13004 Pingry Place (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution for Case 25‑03 (5‑0)
• Approved pool variance at 14318 Manderleigh Woods Drive (4‑1)
• Denied firepit patio variance at 14318 Manderleigh Woods Drive (3‑2)
• Adopted Resolutions for both variances at 14318 Manderleigh Woods Drive (5‑0 each)

Parks & Trails Commission

The commission is reviewing updates on the Drace Pavilion construction and the Preservation Park Pickleball and Bike Playground. Members will discuss the Summer Concert Series and the 75th Anniversary Plan. The meeting includes updates on the Town Square Tunnel Mural.

• Drace Pavilion construction update and potential May 19 ribbon cutting
• Preservation Park Pickleball and Bike Playground construction documents
• Town Square Tunnel Mural update
• Summer Concert Series scheduling for April, May, and August
• 75th Anniversary Plan including a drone show on October 4

The Parks & Trails Commission approved the April 21 meeting minutes unanimously. It also approved the Construction Administration Agreement for the Preservation Park Pickleball and Bike Playground, allowing work to move forward. The ribbon‑cutting ceremony for the Drace Pavilion was rescheduled to May 20 at 6:30 PM, and the Town Square Tunnel mural grand opening is set for May 16. Summer concert series dates and 75th‑anniversary event ideas were announced.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Construction Administration Agreement for Preservation Park Pickleball and Bike Playground
• Rescheduled Drace Pavilion ribbon‑cutting to May 20 at 6:30 PM
• Set Town Square Tunnel mural grand opening for May 16

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three amended final site development plans and one conditional use permit. Items include a parking lot addition for Waterway Gas, a drop-off canopy at Manchester Meadows, EV charging stations at Town & Country Crossing, and a pool house at Thornhill Drive. The commission will also elect officers.

• Amended Final Site Development Plan for parking lot addition at 388 Lamp and Lantern Village (Waterway Gas)
• Amended Final Site Development Plan for drop-off canopy at 13867 Manchester Road (former Gold's Gym at Manchester Meadows)
• Amended Final Site Development Plan for EV charging stations at 1000 Town and Country Crossing Drive
• Conditional Use Permit for accessory pool house at 13200 Thornhill Drive
• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the minutes from the March 19 meeting and re‑elected its officers. It voted to recommend approval of a Conditional Use Permit for an accessory pool house at 13200 Thornhill Drive. It also recommended approval of an amended site development plan for a drop‑off canopy at 13867 Manchester Road. The commission voted to continue discussion of an electric‑vehicle charging station project to the next meeting.

• Approved minutes of 03/19/2025 (6-0)
• Re‑elected Chairman Cima, Vice Chairman Bolazina, Secretary White (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit for accessory structure at 13200 Thornhill Drive (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Amended Final Site Development Plan for drop‑off canopy at 13867 Manchester Road (6-0)
• Continued item on electric‑vehicle charging stations at 1000 Town and Country Crossing Drive to next meeting (6-0)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing on a request for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for a roof-mounted solar energy system at 1019 Polo Downs Drive. They will also vote on multiple ordinances, including second readings for the Topping Road resurfacing and pickleball/bike playground projects, and first readings for the solar CUP, a Kirk of the Hills site plan, liquor license regulations, a police patrol vehicle purchase, Clayton Road resurfacing, and a new overtime compensation policy. Additionally, there is a staff travel request and a possible closed session.

• Public hearing and first reading of CUP for rooftop solar at 1019 Polo Downs Drive
• Second reading of agreement with HR Green for Topping Road Resurfacing and Pedestrian Improvements (Phases 2A/2B)
• Second reading of agreement with SWT Design for Preservation Park Pickleball and Bike Playground project
• First reading to purchase a Dodge Durango Police Patrol Vehicle from Landmark Dodge (with budget amendment)
• First reading to accept bid from NB West Contracting for 2025 Clayton Road Resurfacing from Municipal Center Drive to Mason Road

The Board approved three ordinances: Bill 25-12 for the Topping Road resurfacing and pedestrian improvements, Bill 25-15 for the Preservation Park pickleball and bike playground, and Bill 25-19 for the purchase of a Dodge Durango police patrol vehicle and related budget amendment. All three measures passed with unanimous votes (AYE from Aldermen Allen, Harder, Hughes, Kinsella, Murphy, Schwoerer, Steinhubl, Wiesehan). The minutes from the March 24 meeting were approved by voice vote. Five other bills (25-16, 25-17, 25-18, 25-20) were read for the first time and scheduled for a second reading on April 28.

• Approved Bill No. 25-12 (road resurfacing and pedestrian improvements); became Ordinance No. 4687; vote unanimous (AYE all eight Aldermen)
• Approved Bill No. 25-15 (pickleball and bike playground services); became Ordinance No. 4688; vote unanimous
• Approved Bill No. 25-19 (purchase of Dodge Durango police vehicle and budget amendment); became Ordinance No. 4689; vote unanimous
• Approved minutes of 3/24/2025 by voice vote
• Declared Bill No. 25-16 (roof‑mounted solar energy system CUP) continued to April 28 meeting for second reading
• Declared Bill No. 25-17 (amended site plan for Kirk of the Hills) continued to April 28 meeting
• Declared Bill No. 25-18 (alcoholic beverages code amendment) continued to April 28 meeting
• Declared Bill No. 25-20 (NB West Contracting bid for Clayton Road resurfacing) continued to April 28 meeting

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will hold a regular meeting on April 7, 2025, to consider five architectural review applications. These include a rear addition, new single-family houses, an addition, and a non-residential addition at various addresses in Town and Country.

• Architectural Review – 1009 Arlington Oaks Terrace – Rear Addition
• Architectural Review – 394 Pebble Acres Drive – New Single-Family House
• Architectural Review – 15 Roclare Lane – Addition
• Architectural Review – 13004 Pingry Place – New Single-Family House
• Architectural Review – 12928 Ladue Road – Non-Residential Addition

The Architectural Review Board approved the minutes from the March 3 meeting. It then unanimously approved permits for five projects: a rear addition at 1009 Arlington Oaks Terrace, a new single‑family house at 394 Pebble Acres Drive, an addition at 15 Roclare Lane, a new single‑family house at 13004 Pingry Place, and a non‑residential addition at 12928 Ladue Road. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved minutes of 03/03/2025 (unanimous)
• Approved rear addition at 1009 Arlington Oaks Terrace (unanimous)
• Approved new single‑family house at 394 Pebble Acres Drive (unanimous)
• Approved addition at 15 Roclare Lane (unanimous)
• Approved new single‑family house at 13004 Pingry Place (unanimous)
• Approved non‑residential addition at 12928 Ladue Road (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:09 PM (unanimous)

Police, Fire & EMS Commission

The Police, Fire & EMS Commission will consider approving Motorola radio purchases as an action item. Reports from the West County Fire and EMS chief and the police chief, including an annual report and introduction of a new officer, are also scheduled. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes from January 21, 2025.

• Motorola Radio Purchases (Action Item)
• Police Chief's Annual Report
• Introduction of New Officer Paulitsch
• West County Fire and EMS Chief's Report
• Approval of minutes from 1/21/2025

The commission approved the minutes from the January 21, 2025 meeting by voice vote. Commissioners voted unanimously to amend the agenda, moving the Motorola Radio Purchases item to the Police Chief Report. The meeting was then adjourned at 5:00 PM by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved minutes of 1/21/2025 (voice vote)
• Amended agenda to move "Motorola Radio Purchases" to Police Chief Report (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:00 PM (unanimous)

Public Works Commission

The Public Works Commission will vote on minutes from January 2025 and discuss old business on 2024 Property Maintenance Code revisions. New business includes adoption of 2024 International Building, Existing Building, Residential, and Fire Codes, plus St. Louis County electrical and plumbing code updates. The commission will also consider the 2025 Asphalt Pavement Program with contractor NB West Contracting.

• Approval of January 21, 2025 meeting minutes
• 2024 Property Maintenance Code Revisions (old business)
• 2024 International Building Code Revisions
• 2025 Asphalt Pavement Program – NB West Contracting (no dollar amount specified)
• St. Louis County Electrical & Plumbing Code Revisions

The Public Works Commission approved the prior meeting minutes (5‑0). It unanimously recommended the Board of Aldermen approve revisions to several building and fire codes for 2024. It also recommended approval of the 2025 Asphalt Pavement Program on Clayton Road, budgeted at $495,000 (5‑0).

• Approved 01/21/2025 minutes (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 2024 Property Maintenance Code revisions to Board of Aldermen (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 2024 International Building Code revisions to Board of Aldermen (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 2024 International Existing Building Code revisions to Board of Aldermen (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 2024 International Residential Code revisions to Board of Aldermen (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 2024 International Fire Code revisions to Board of Aldermen (5-0)
• Recommended approval of St. Louis County Electrical & Plumbing Code revisions to Board of Aldermen (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 2025 Asphalt Pavement Program – NB West Contracting, $495,000 (5-0)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold first readings of several ordinances, including a supplemental agreement with HR Green for Phases 2A and 2B of the Topping Road Resurfacing and Pedestrian Improvements Project, a budget amendment transferring appropriations among multiple funds, and a contract with SWT Design for the Preservation Park Pickleball and Bike Playground. They will also vote on purchase orders for police radios and IT upgrades, a resolution supporting public safety initiatives, and a resolution authorizing a construction agreement for a Military and First Responders Tribute. No specific public hearings are scheduled.

• Bill No. 25-12: Supplemental agreement with HR Green for Topping Road resurfacing phases 2A/2B (1st reading)
• Bill No. 25-15: Professional services agreement with SWT Design for Preservation Park Pickleball and Bike Playground (1st reading)
• Resolution R04-2025: Supporting public safety initiatives
• Purchase order: Motorola Solutions for four portable and two in-car radios
• Bill No. 25-14: Clayton Road Tunnel Mural Project and budget increase (1st reading)

The Board adopted Bill No. 25-13, amending the 2024 budget and moving funds among accounts, with a unanimous vote. It also approved Bill No. 25-14 endorsing the Clayton Road Tunnel mural project. Several purchase orders, a planning commission appointment, a liquor license, and a tribute construction resolution were approved by voice vote.

• Approved Bill No. 25-13, amending the 2024 budget and transferring appropriations (vote 8-0) – became Ordinance No. 4685
• Approved Bill No. 25-14, endorsing the Clayton Road Tunnel mural and increasing Parks & Stormwater Fund (vote 7-1) – became Ordinance No. 4686
• Approved purchase order to Motorola Solutions for 4 portable radios and 2 in‑car radios, $40,521.16 (voice vote)
• Approved purchase order to C&C Group for IT network upgrades, $88,000 (voice vote)
• Approved appointment of Bill Campbell to the Planning & Zoning Commission (voice vote)
• Approved Retail Liquor By The Drink license for John Mineo’s Restaurant (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution R05‑2025 directing a construction agreement for the Military and First Responders Tribute (voice vote)
• Approved warrant list purchase orders totaling $96,081.57 (voice vote)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on an amended final site development plan for a building addition (gymnasium and classrooms) and parking lot improvements at Kirk of the Hills Presbyterian Church/Kirk Day School at 12928 Ladue Road. Additionally, the commission will consider a zoning code amendment to regulations for ground-mount solar energy systems. Other agenda items include approval of prior meeting minutes and reports.

• Public hearing on Amended Final Site Development Plan for building addition and parking at 12928 Ladue Road (SE Zoning District)
• Zoning code amendment for Section 405.226 Solar Energy Systems, specifically ground-mount systems
• Approval of minutes from February 19, 2025 meeting
• Report from Board of Aldermen on actions taken

The commission approved the minutes from 02/19/2025 and rejected a motion to deem a church site plan significant. It then unanimously recommended both the church’s amended site development plan and a solar‑energy zoning amendment to the Board of Aldermen. The commission also approved related findings and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved minutes of 02/19/2025 (unanimous voice vote)
• Motion to deem AFSDP significant failed 4-2
• Recommended approval of amended site plan to Board of Aldermen (6-0)
• Recommended approval of solar energy zoning amendment to Board of Aldermen (6-0)
• Approved findings on public need and compliance (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Police, Fire & EMS Commission

The March 18, 2025 meeting of the Police, Fire & EMS Commission was cancelled. No decisions or discussions occurred. The agenda included items such as approval of minutes, department reports, and a proposed Motorola radio purchase, but none were acted upon.

Parks & Trails Commission

The Parks & Trails Commission will review construction documents and a construction administration agreement for the Preservation Park Pickleball and Bike Playground, receive an update on Drace Pavilion construction, and discuss the Summer Concert Series and 75th anniversary ideas.

• Community Garden Plots sold out
• Drace Pavilion construction update
• Preservation Park Pickleball and Bike Playground Construction Administration Agreement
• Art & Wine Event wrap-up
• Summer Concert Series and 75th Anniversary Ideas

The Parks & Trails Commission unanimously approved a Construction Documents Construction Administration Agreement for the Preservation Park pickleball and bike playground project. The commission also approved the February 2024 meeting minutes and discussed updates on community garden plots, the Drace Pavilion construction, and the Art & Wine event. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved February 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Construction Documents Construction Administration Agreement for Preservation Park pickleball and bike playground (unanimous)

Ways & Means Commission

The Ways & Means Commission will review and potentially approve an investment policy and receive an update on removing the sales tax on groceries. They will also get a high-level overview of the 5-year capital improvement plan and an economic update.

• Update on sales tax removal for groceries
• Review and approval of investment policy
• High-level overview of 5-year capital improvement plan
• Economic update presentation

The Ways & Means Commission approved an updated Investment Policy with proposed changes, including administrative duties and investment procedures. The commission also received updates on state legislation to eliminate grocery sales tax, which could cost the city roughly $2 million, and reviewed the 5-year Capital Improvement Plan as a planning tool. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved updated Investment Policy with proposed changes (motion by Tarlas, seconded by Holman)
• Approved minutes from November 8, 2024 (motion by Fredrickson, seconded by Sawyer)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a brief fax/email meeting to approve the warrant list dated March 10, 2025. This is a procedural financial item, with details to be confirmed at the regular meeting on March 24.

• Approval of warrant list dated 03/10/25

The Board of Aldermen approved the March 10, 2025 warrant list totaling $316,468.08 by a unanimous fax/email vote of 8-0, with no exceptions noted. The vote was held by fax because the regular meeting was cancelled. Formal acknowledgement of the approval will occur at the March 24, 2025 Board meeting.

• Approved the March 10, 2025 warrant list totaling $316,468.08.
• Approved payment of invoices to vendors including Ameren UE, AT&T, and others.
• Approved a $24,000 payment to Clifton Larson Allen for 2024 audit services.
• Approved a $69,673.95 pension payment to Lagers for February 2025.
• Approved a $13,210.19 payment to Howard R. Green Co. for engineering design.
• Approved a $5,000 refund to Timothy James Ney for escrow at 12701 Post Oak Rd.
• Approved a $5,000 refund to LMR Construction for escrow at 9 Williamsburg Est.
• Approved a $6,600 payment to Mueller & Neff Real Estate for easement appraisals.

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will meet to review design applications for five new single-family houses. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the February 3, 2025 meeting.

• Architectural Review: 13218 Lochenheath Ct. (New Single-Family House)
• Architectural Review: 12801 Post Oak Rd. (New Single-Family House)
• Architectural Review: 13229 Stone Ct. (New Single-Family House)
• Architectural Review: 13715 Belcrest Ct. (New Single-Family House)
• Architectural Review: 102 Hawthorne Estates (New Single-Family House)

The Architectural Review Board approved all five new single-family house proposals on the agenda, each with a unanimous voice vote. The approvals authorize building permits once all applicable codes and ordinances are met. No proposals were denied or tabled.

• Approved architectural review for 13218 Lochenheath Court (unanimous)
• Approved architectural review for 12801 Post Oak Road (unanimous)
• Approved architectural review for 13229 Stone Court (unanimous)
• Approved architectural review for 13715 Belcrest Court (unanimous)
• Approved architectural review for 102 Hawthorne Estates (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Town and Country Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two variance requests. Starbucks seeks multiple zoning variances to add an outdoor dining patio at 13448 Clayton Road (Mason Woods Village). Brookwood Rd, LLC requests side yard setback variances to construct a new home at 12 Brookwood Road. The meeting may also move into closed session for legal and real estate matters.

• Starbucks Corp. requests variances from parking, side yard setback, green space, and outdoor dining location rules for a patio at 13448 Clayton Road
• Brookwood Rd, LLC requests two side yard setback variances for a new home at 12 Brookwood Road in the Estate Zoning District
• Public hearings for Case No. 25-01 and Case No. 25-02
• Approval of minutes from December 16, 2024
• Possible closed session under state statute for legal, real estate, and personnel discussions

The Board of Adjustment denied Starbucks' request for four variances to build an outdoor patio at 13448 Clayton Road, voting 5-0 against, citing lack of demonstrated hardship. The board approved two side yard setback variances for a new home at 12 Brookwood Road, voting 5-0 in favor, with an enforceable landscape plan.

• Denied Starbucks' variances for parking, setback, greenspace, and outdoor dining location (5-0)
• Approved Brookwood Road LLC's side yard setback variances of 24.89 ft and 18.60 ft (5-0)
• Adopted resolution denying Case 25-01 with findings of no practical difficulty
• Adopted resolution approving Case 25-02 with findings of demonstrated hardship

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold second readings on several ordinances, including the fourth amended final site development plan for The Principia, a carport rehabilitation contract, a conditional use permit for a chicken coop, and professional service agreements for building and marketing projects. A resolution endorsing a county waste reduction grant program and a purchase order for police vehicle equipment are also up for discussion.

• Bill 25-07: Fourth Amended Final Site Development Plan for The Principia at 13201 Clayton Road (2nd reading)
• Bill 25-08: Accept bid and authorize agreement with KB Contracting for Municipal Center Carport Rehabilitation, amending 2025 budget (2nd reading)
• Bill 25-09: Conditional Use Permit for a chicken coop at 8 Lochinvar (2nd reading)
• Bill 25-10: Professional services agreements with Navigate Building Solutions for Public Works Building and Municipal Center/Fire House Renovation projects (2nd reading)
• Resolution R03-2025: Endorse St. Louis County’s waste reduction grant program and apply for community event grant

The Board of Aldermen unanimously approved five ordinances, including the fourth amended final site development plan for The Principia, a carport rehabilitation contract with KB Contracting, a conditional use permit for a chicken coop, professional services agreements with Navigate Building Solutions and Wild Marketing and Media, and a $54,143 purchase order for police vehicle equipment. They also approved a resolution endorsing a waste reduction grant program and the $362,583.53 warrant list.

• Approved Bill 25-07 (substituted) as Ordinance 4680 for The Principia site plan (unanimous)
• Approved Bill 25-08 as Ordinance 4681, KB Contracting carport rehab (unanimous)
• Approved Bill 25-09 as Ordinance 4682, chicken coop conditional use permit at 8 Lochinvar (unanimous)
• Approved Bill 25-10 as Ordinance 4683, Navigate Building Solutions agreements (unanimous)
• Approved Bill 25-11 as Ordinance 4684, Wild Marketing and Media agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $54,143 purchase order to Defender Product Solutions for police vehicle equipment (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution R03-2025 endorsing St. Louis County waste reduction grant program (voice vote)
• Approved $362,583.53 warrant list (voice vote)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and decide on a Conditional Use Permit for a roof-mounted solar energy system at 1019 Polo Downs Dr. They will also discuss amending Section 405.226 of the zoning code to update regulations for solar energy systems.

• Conditional Use Permit for accessory roof-mounted solar energy system at 1019 Polo Downs Dr. (PRC Zoning District)
• Zoning Code Amendment to Section 405.226 Solar Energy Systems
• Approval of minutes from January 15, 2025 meeting
• Report from Board of Aldermen on prior actions

The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of a conditional use permit for a roof-mounted solar system at 1019 Polo Downs Dr. and a zoning code amendment simplifying solar panel approval. Both recommendations go to the Board of Aldermen. The meeting also included approval of prior minutes and a report on Board actions.

• Approved minutes of 01/15/2025 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for solar at 1019 Polo Downs Dr. (5-1)
• Recommended approval of zoning code amendment for solar energy systems (5-1)
• Approved findings for zoning amendment (4-2)

Public Works Commission

The February 18, 2025 Public Works Commission meeting was cancelled because of inclement weather. No business was conducted.

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen holds public hearings and second readings on several ordinances, including a drainage channel stabilization project and a chicken coop conditional use permit. New business includes first readings for a carport rehabilitation contract, a truck purchase, and professional services agreements for building renovations and marketing.

• Public hearing for a Conditional Use Permit for a chicken coop at 8 Lochinvar Drive
• Bill 25-06 (2nd reading): Summerhill Drainage Channel Stabilization Phase 3 contract with Two Alpha Contracting
• Bill 25-05 (2nd reading): Amendment to zoning setback encroachment regulations
• Bill 25-08 (1st reading): Municipal Center Carport Rehabilitation project contract with KB Contracting and budget amendment
• Bill 25-10 and 25-11 (1st reading): Professional services agreements with Navigate Building Solutions and Wild Marketing and Media

The Board of Aldermen approved three ordinances: a conditional use permit for a pavilion at 12001 Wiltshire Place Court (Ordinance 4677), a zoning amendment on permitted encroachments into building setbacks (Ordinance 4678), and a contract with Two Alpha Contracting for the Summerhill Drainage Channel Stabilization Project Phase Three (Ordinance 4679), all by unanimous votes. The Board continued Bill No. 25-07, the Fourth Amended Final Site Development Plan for The Principia at 13201 Clayton Road, to February 24, 2025, per the applicant's request. A purchase order for a 2025 Ford F-350 truck from Corwin Ford Republic for $57,420.00 was approved. The February 10, 2025 Warrant List in the amount of $292,330.60 was approved.

• Approved Ordinance 4677: CUP for pavilion at 12001 Wiltshire Place Court (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 4678: zoning amendment on permitted encroachments into building setbacks (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 4679: contract with Two Alpha Contracting for Summerhill Drainage Channel Stabilization Phase Three (unanimous)
• Continued Bill 25-07 (Principia site development plan) to Feb. 24, 2025
• Approved purchase order for 2025 Ford F-350 truck from Corwin Ford Republic for $57,420.00
• Approved Feb. 10, 2025 Warrant List for $292,330.60

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from January 6, 2025, and review old business. New business includes architectural reviews for four properties and a text amendment to Section 500.080 of the city code regarding architectural review. The board may approve, deny, or modify these proposals.

• Architectural review – 32 Lake Mill Ln. – residential addition
• Architectural review – Belcrest Estates Subdivision – entrance gate
• Architectural review – 702 Salt Mill Rd. – new single-family house
• Architectural review – 13 Ridge Creek Rd. – residential addition
• Text amendment – Section 500.080 Architectural Review

The Architectural Review Board unanimously approved architectural reviews for a covered patio at 32 Lake Mill Lane, an entrance gate at Belcrest Estate Subdivision, a new residence at 702 Salt Mill Road, and a residential addition at 13 Ridge Creek Road, each authorizing building permits once code requirements are met. The board also unanimously recommended a text amendment to Section 500.080 to the Board of Aldermen, which would change rear-facing solar panels to require only a building permit and front-facing panels to require ARB approval. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved covered patio with fireplace at 32 Lake Mill Lane (unanimous)
• Approved entrance gate at Belcrest Estate Subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved new residence at 702 Salt Mill Road (unanimous)
• Approved residential addition at 13 Ridge Creek Road (unanimous)
• Recommended text amendment to Section 500.080 to Board of Aldermen (unanimous)

Parks & Trails Commission

The Parks & Trails Commission will discuss and possibly act on a design agreement for a pickleball and bike playground at Preservation Park. Other business includes updates on community garden plot sales ($50 each), Drace Pavilion construction, and a letter of support for the Topping Road Trail. New contracts for grounds care and custodial services are also on the table, along with planning for the 75th anniversary events.

• Community Garden Plots for Sale – $50 Each
• Preservation Park Pickleball and Bike Playground – Design Agreement
• Topping Road Trail Letter of Support
• New Grounds Care Contract Ready for Spring
• Custodial Contract Began 1/1/25

The Parks & Trails Commission approved a letter of support for the Topping Road Trail, recommended Longview pavilion rentals at $200 with no waiting period, and noted the Drace Pavilion construction delay due to a failed concrete pour. The commission also reviewed the Preservation Park pickleball and bike playground design agreement for the March 17 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were updates or planning discussions.

• Approved Topping Road Trail letter of support (unanimous)
• Recommended Longview pavilion rentals at $200 with no waiting period
• Approved minutes from 10/21/24 (unanimous)

Other

The Veterans & First Responders Task Force is meeting to discuss updates on the ground breaking event for Veterans' Day, donation updates, outstanding pledge checks, and a construction contract. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Ground Breaking for Veterans' Day at 10 AM – recap
• Donation updates
• Outstanding pledge checks
• Construction contract discussion

The Veterans & First Responders Task Force met and unanimously approved the minutes from the November 7, 2024 meeting. They reviewed financial reports and discussed follow-up actions on outstanding pledge checks and a construction contract for the Veterans Day project.

• Approved minutes from 11/7/24 (unanimous)
• Reviewed financial reports on donations
• Directed Anne Nixon to follow up on two outstanding pledge checks
• Directed Sue Allen and Larry Toomey to follow up on subsequent pledges
• Directed Anne Nixon to request a construction contract from Musick Construction

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings on a pavilion permit and zoning code amendments regarding building setbacks. The meeting includes votes on site development plans for West Hills Community Church and The Principia, as well as a drainage project contract.

• Conditional Use Permit for a pavilion at 12001 Wiltshire Place Court
• Zoning Code amendments to Section 405.345 regarding building setbacks
• Amended Final Site Development Plan for West Hills Community Church at 13250 South Outer 40 Road
• Fourth Amended Final Site Development Plan for The Principia at 13201 Clayton Road
• Agreement with Two Alpha Contracting for Summerhill Drainage Channel Stabilization Project - Phase Three

The Board of Aldermen approved three ordinances on final reading: the amended final site development plan for West Hills Community Church (Ordinance 4674), a user agreement with St. Louis County for the interoperable radio system (Ordinance 4675), and a budget amendment for dispatch services to West County EMS & Fire (Ordinance 4676). They also approved a purchase order for three police vehicles, solid waste hauler licenses, and the warrant list. Several items were continued to the next meeting, including the pavilion conditional use permit and zoning code amendments.

• Approved amended final site plan for West Hills Community Church (7-0, Ordinance 4674)
• Approved user agreement with St. Louis County for interoperable radio system (7-0, Ordinance 4675)
• Approved budget amendment for dispatch services to West County EMS & Fire (7-0, Ordinance 4676)
• Approved purchase order for three Dodge Durango police vehicles for $132,979
• Approved solid waste hauler licenses for American Eagle, Gateway Disposal, Republic Services, Waste Management, and Art Hauling
• Approved warrant list of $340,369.91
• Continued pavilion conditional use permit (Bill 25-04) to Feb 10
• Continued zoning code amendments on setbacks (Bill 25-05) to Feb 10

Public Works Commission

The Public Works Commission will discuss and potentially vote on several items, including the 2024 Property Maintenance Code, a supplemental agreement for Topping Road Phase 2 with HR Green, waste hauler license renewals for five companies, a construction contract for Summerhill SWP with Two Alpha Contracting, and a carport rehabilitation project and appropriation request with KB Contracting. The meeting also includes reports and project updates.

• Topping Road Phase 2 Supplemental Agreement – HR Green
• Waste Hauler Licenses – American Eagle Waste, Art Hauling, Gateway Disposal, Republic Services, Waste Management
• Summerhill (East) SWP Construction – Two Alpha Contracting
• Municipal Center Carport Rehabilitation Construction & Appropriation Request – KB Contracting
• 2024 Property Maintenance Code review

The Public Works Commission recommended approval of a $167,210.57 supplemental agreement for the Topping Road sidewalk project, citing scope expansion and federal requirements. It also recommended approving waste hauler licenses, a stormwater construction contract, and a carport rehabilitation project. The IPMC amendments were continued to the next meeting.

• Recommended approval of $167,210.57 supplemental agreement for Topping Road sidewalk project (5-1)
• Recommended approval of waste hauler licenses for American Eagle Waste, Art Hauling, Gateway Disposal, Republic Services, and Waste Management (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Summerhill (East) SWP Construction contract with Two Alpha Contracting (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Municipal Center Carport Rehabilitation construction and appropriation request (6-0)
• Continued 2024 IPMC Amendments to next regular meeting (unanimous)

Police, Fire & EMS Commission

The Police, Fire & EMS Commission will meet to review reports from the Police and Fire chiefs. The body is scheduled to take action on the purchase of patrol vehicles.

• Action item regarding patrol vehicle purchases
• ECC User Agreement Renewal
• Police Chief's report on 2024 overview and 2025 goals
• Awards for Sgt. Doll, Ofc. Laney, and Ofc. Gowen

The Police, Fire & EMS Commission approved the purchase of three Dodge Durango patrol vehicles for the police department, as budgeted in FY2025. The vehicles will be bought from Landmark Dodge in Independence, Missouri. The motion was made by Mr. DiMarco, seconded by Mr. Eggebrecht, and carried unanimously by voice vote. The commission also approved the minutes from the November 19, 2024 meeting.

• Approved purchase of three Dodge Durango patrol vehicles (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 11/19/24 (voice vote)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a site development plan for a new entrance and parking improvements. The body will also consider a conditional use permit for an accessory structure.

• Public hearing for Amended Final Site Development Plan at 13201 Clayton Road (The Principia Corporation)
• Conditional Use Permit request for a chicken coop at 8 Lochinvar Drive

The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of the amended final site development plan for Principia's new entrance drive and parking improvements at 13201 Clayton Road, adding a condition requiring a gate at the west entrance. The commission also recommended approval of a conditional use permit for a chicken coop at 8 Lochinvar Drive, with a condition requiring compliance with zoning code or a variance. Both recommendations go to the Board of Aldermen.

• Recommended approval of Principia's amended site development plan with conditions A-H (8-0)
• Added Condition I: west entrance shall have a gate (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for chicken coop at 8 Lochinvar Drive with conditions A-G (7-1)
• Added Condition H: chicken coop must comply with Section 205.120 or obtain variance (unanimous)

Board of Aldermen

The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing and consider several items, including first readings of ordinances for a church site plan, a radio user agreement, and a budget amendment for dispatch services. They will also vote on resolutions to apply for state grants for road and pedestrian improvements on Bopp and Topping Roads.

• Resolution R01-2025: authorizing grant application for Bopp Road Resurfacing and Pedestrian Improvements
• Resolution R02-2025: authorizing grant application for Topping Road Pedestrian Improvements, Phase 2B
• Bill 25-01: first reading of amended final site development plan for West Hills Community Church at 13250 South Outer 40 Road
• Bill 25-02: first reading of user agreement with St. Louis County for interoperable radio system
• Bill 25-03: first reading of budget amendment to increase General Fund for dispatch services to West County EMS and Fire

The Board of Aldermen approved two resolutions authorizing grant applications for road and pedestrian improvements: R01-2025 for Bopp Road resurfacing and pedestrian improvements, and R02-2025 for Topping Road pedestrian improvements Phase 2B. Both passed by voice vote. The board also approved the January 13, 2025 warrant list of $697,734.37. Three bills had first readings and were continued to the next meeting.

• Approved Resolution R01-2025 authorizing Surface Transportation Block Grant application for Bopp Road project (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution R02-2025 authorizing Transportation Alternatives Block Grant application for Topping Road project Phase 2B (voice vote)
• Approved January 13, 2025 warrant list of $697,734.37 (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of December 9, 2024 meeting (voice vote)
• Continued Bill 25-01 (West Hills Community Church site plan) to January 27, 2025 for second reading
• Continued Bill 25-02 (St. Louis County radio user agreement) to January 27, 2025 for second reading
• Continued Bill 25-03 (2025 budget amendment for dispatch pass-through) to January 27, 2025 for second reading

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will hold a regular meeting to review and decide on four architectural applications: an accessory building, a residential addition, and two new single-family houses. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and old business.

• Architectural review of an accessory building (pavilion) at 12001 Wiltshire Place Ct.
• Architectural review of a residential addition at 12829 Topping Place Dr.
• Architectural review of a new single-family house at 1 Glenmaro Ln.
• Architectural review of a new single-family house at 7 Woods Hill Dr.

The Architectural Review Board unanimously approved all four architectural reviews on the agenda, authorizing building permits for a pavilion, a residential addition, and two new single-family houses. No items were denied or tabled. The board also approved the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approved architectural review for 12001 Wiltshire Place Court pavilion (unanimous)
• Approved architectural review for 12829 Topping Place Drive residential addition (unanimous)
• Approved architectural review for 1 Glenmaro Lane new single-family house (unanimous)
• Approved architectural review for 7 Woods Hill Drive new single-family house (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 12/02/2024 (unanimous)