Matthew Payne

The strategic plan outlines a framework for the future development, land use, transportation, environmental considerations, and population management. It addresses housing and neighborhoods by focusing on homeownership opportunities, investments in existing housing, and new housing development. The plan aims to attract new retail businesses, expand compatible industrial development, and build a community identity that encourages high-quality economic development. It also focuses on improving parks and recreation spaces, creating a new vision for the community center, and enhancing sidewalk connectivity and street network aesthetics. The plan includes objectives and key results for economic development, parks and recreation, community facilities, transportation, infrastructure, housing and neighborhoods.

The Plan Commission meeting focused on a petition for a Special Land Use Permit for a banquet and event facility, Inspiring Angels LLC, located at 6827 Howdershell Road. The discussion included parking requirements, noise mitigation strategies due to proximity to residential areas, operating hours, occupancy limits, security measures, and fire safety compliance. The commission approved the petition with conditions.

The Plan Commission meeting addressed two petitions: one for a subdivision to consolidate two lots into one for the construction of an industrial warehouse, and another for a special land use permit for a childcare center in a residential zone. Discussion items included the possibility of future in-person meetings and the annual commission dinner.

The Hazelwood City Council held its regular meeting on May 19, 2021, addressing various agenda items including the approval of minutes from previous meetings, a proclamation for Pastor Bob Levin's retirement, and a temporary liquor license extension for Love Restaurant. The council also discussed updates on Robertson Fire Protection District (RFPD) negotiations and concerns from residents, and approved a bid for solid waste and recycling services from Republic Services. Ordinances were adopted for a special land use permit and a contract for street repairs.

The Hazelwood City Council held its regular meeting on September 15, 2021, with Mayor Pro Tempore Robert Aubuchon presiding. Key decisions included approving a partial settlement agreement with the Robertson Fire Protection District (RFPD) for $2.746 million, approving the purchase of a traffic/crime scene reconstruction system, and authorizing agreements with the International Association of Firefighters, Local #2665. The council also approved several proclamations and various appointments.