City of Manchester

The meeting included the approval of candidates for the Comprehensive Plan Community Advisory Committee and a discussion regarding proposed amendments to the Solid Waste Code. Mayoral reports included updates on community initiatives, the Civic Season banner, 250th birthday celebrations, and an e-recycling event. A motion was approved to research the effects of a DarkSky policy. Committee reports provided updates from Planning and Zoning, the Veterans Commission, the Audit and Finance Committee, and the Tree Advisory Board. Legislative actions included the passage of an ordinance regarding the municipal court report, and the approval of several resolutions, including contracts for aquatic center repairs, a park department dump truck, Fourth of July fireworks, the Hanna Road improvement project, municipal mowing services, bulk fuel purchasing, a police utility terrain vehicle, and a digital signboard for the justice center. Additionally, new legislation regarding social hosting and a municipal stormwater grant agreement was introduced for future discussion.

The meeting included two public hearings regarding special use permits for a cafe with a drive-thru and a granite showroom and warehouse facility. The Board discussed proposed amendments to the Solid Waste Code, specifically concerning trash can storage and carport exemptions. Legislative actions included the approval of ordinances regulating social hosting and authorizing a stormwater grant agreement. The Board also approved a resolution for the 2026 concrete street improvement project and granted a special use permit for the cafe project through emergency legislation.

Key discussions included the Mayor's decision not to seek reelection and updates on city infrastructure and budget surplus. The Commission considered a potential partnership with Joshua Shinn's Veteran R.E.E.D.S. Program. The Veteran Resource Fair was postponed until 2027 due to scheduling conflicts with America250 and Flags of Valor events. Updates were provided on the America 250/Civic Season event 'A Slice of History' scheduled for March 6. Progress on the Flags of Valor initiative, including collecting shirt sizes and planning flag placement logistics, was reviewed. Plans for Memorial Day, including securing a Gold Star parent as a guest speaker, and the availability of Hometown Heroes Banners were discussed. The Commission noted Commander Mike Beasley's upcoming retirement from American Legion Post 208 and a change in liaison roles within the Commission.

The agenda for this regular meeting includes two public hearings concerning Special Use Permits (SUP): one for a cafe with a drive-thru at 14352 Manchester Road, and another for an office, warehouse, and production facility for GraniteGuru Home Services LLC at 120 and 126 Old Meramec Station Road. Key discussion items include reports from the City Administrator concerning Solid Waste and a list of paid bills, as well as reports from various committees. New legislation includes a resolution for the 2026 Concrete Street Improvement Project and bills related to the SUP applications and Bill No. 26-2571 concerning Social Hosting.

Key discussions during the meeting centered on establishing the order of items on the agenda and consideration of petitions. A presentation was made regarding the implementation of a social hosting ordinance aimed at reducing underage drinking and substance use, followed by clarification sought from the Police Chief. The Mayor reported on several matters, including the reappointment of Sara Stanley to the St. Louis County Council for the University of Missouri Extension, updates on the rescheduled e-recycling event, and upcoming events such as Conversations with the Mayor, the Flags of Valor team launch, America 250 plans, Civic Season initiatives like "Dear Manchester," Feed the Need, and "A Slice of History." The City Administrator introduced the new Code Enforcement Officer, Craig Burgard. Committee reports included an update from the Veterans Commission regarding the Veterans Reads program. Legislation addressed the approval of text amendments to the municipal code regarding the order of the agenda, authorization for a Public Works Mutual Aid Agreement, approval of the City of Manchester Traffic Calming Program and Policy, and the purchase of several items including a medium dump truck, a backhoe tractor, PepperBall weapons, and authorizing contracts for construction inspection services for two streambank restoration projects and a right-of-way consultant contract for pedestrian improvements on Carman Road. The Board also held a closed session to discuss legal actions and litigation matters.