Historic Commission OKs Demolitions; Council to Vote on $4.9M Park Bonds
The Webster Groves Historic Preservation Commission approved demolition of two houses, including the former superintendent’s residence at Algonquin Golf Club, while the City Council is set to decide next week on issuing $4.9 million in bonds for park improvements.
Historic Commission Approves Demolitions
In its June 23 meeting, the Historic Preservation Commission voted to allow razing of the structure at 7 Algonquin Lane, a former superintendent’s house on the Algonquin Golf Club property, and a vacant home at 411 Grey Avenue. The commission also approved minutes from its March 10 session but postponed approval of May 12 minutes due to a lack of quorum. The official minutes did not record the vote tallies.
In Other Recent Business
The Old Webster Business District Advisory Commission met June 23 and discussed a parking garage update, feedback from a street dance, rooftop lighting with Frank Romano, and decorative parking signs and district pedestrian signs with Randy Drillingas, according to the agenda.
On July 2, the Architectural Review Board was scheduled to review three residential projects: a public hearing for additions and interior renovations at 361 Oakwood Avenue, a new detached accessory structure at 1521 Belton Avenue, and a room addition at 701 N Forest Avenue. Minutes from that meeting have not yet been published.
Upcoming Meetings
The City Council will hold a regular meeting July 7 that includes final consideration of a $4,905,000 general obligation bond issue for park improvements authorized by voters in 2024 under Proposition W. The ordinance is up for third reading. Council members will also introduce an ordinance establishing new fire lane and parking restrictions, and vote on several budget amendments: a $475,000 increase for the Kirkham/Elm culvert project and an unspecified amendment for Big Bend Streetscape improvements. The consent agenda includes contracts for the city attorney, annual audit, HR software, pool management, and mowing services. A work session will address low-speed vehicle regulations.
The Plan Commission convenes July 6 for a public hearing and vote on a Conditional Use Permit sought by PG-STL Inc., doing business as Picturesque Graphics, for Industrial Sales & Service at 8563 Watson Road in the Commercial district.
Also on July 7, the Arts Commission will discuss and possibly vote on the approved FY26/27 budget, along with public art on utility boxes, a “City of the Arts” proposal to the City Council, sculpture examination and repairs, and a business district/city event calendar.
The Board of Adjustment meets July 9 to hear a variance request from John and Ann Piazza, who seek to build an accessory structure/swim spa 2.5 feet from the west property line at 28 Elm Place, where the zoning code requires a greater setback.
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