Webster Groves Roundup: Historic Demolitions Approved; Council Set to Vote on $4.9M Park Bonds
The Historic Preservation Commission approved demolitions of two residential structures at its June 23 meeting, including the former superintendent's house at Algonquin Golf Club.
Historic Preservation Commission — June 23
The commission approved demolition of the former superintendent's house at 7 Algonquin Lane, located at Algonquin Golf Club, and a vacant home at 411 Grey Avenue. Commissioners also approved minutes from their March 10 meeting as written. Minutes from May 12 were postponed due to lack of a quorum.
Old Webster Business District Advisory Commission — June 23
An agenda was posted for this meeting, but minutes have not yet been published, so no decisions can be confirmed. The agenda listed updates on a parking garage project, street dance feedback, rooftop lighting (with Frank Romano), decorative parking signs and district pedestrian signs (both with Randy Drillingas), and reports from the OWTA, BDC, City Council, and city staff.
Architectural Review Board — July 2
The board was scheduled to review three residential construction projects: a public hearing on additions and interior renovations at 361 Oakwood Avenue, a new detached accessory structure at 1521 Belton Avenue, and a new room addition at 701 N Forest Avenue. Minutes have not yet been published, so outcomes are not yet available.
Coming Up
Plan Commission — Monday, July 6: Public hearing and vote on a Conditional Use Permit request by PG-STL Inc. (dba Picturesque Graphics) for Industrial Sales & Service at 8563 Watson Road in the Commercial district. The agenda also includes approval of June 1 minutes, public comment, and a staff update.
Arts Commission — Tuesday, July 7: Discussion and potential vote on the FY26/27 budget, plus old business including public art on utility boxes, a City of the Arts proposal to City Council, and sculpture garden plaque and repair updates. New business covers a business district/city event calendar.
City Council — Tuesday, July 7: Third reading of an ordinance to issue $4,905,000 in general obligation bonds for park improvements authorized by voters in 2024 under Proposition W. A new ordinance adding fire lane and parking restrictions under Chapter 60 is scheduled for first and second reading. The consent agenda includes Resolution #2026-58, a budget amendment of $475,000 for the Kirkham/Elm Culvert project, and Resolution #2026-59, a budget amendment for Big Bend Streetscape Improvements. Also on the consent agenda: contracts with Bruntrager & Billings for city attorney services, Sikich CPA for audit services, NEOGOV for HR software, plus pool management and mowing services. A work session will cover low-speed vehicle regulations.
Board of Adjustment — Thursday, July 9: Public hearing on a variance request from John and Ann Piazza to build an accessory structure/swim spa 2.5 feet from the west property line at 28 Elm Place, where code requires a greater setback. No other business is scheduled.
Earlier weeks
- week of 2026-06-29 — Historic Commission OKs Demolitions; Council to Vote on $4.9M Park Bonds
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