Steven W. Baiter

The Council recognized two business owners with a proclamation. Public hearings were held regarding an amendment to Ordinance #9186 for the Euclid Elms project to allow for a subdivision plat and a proposed zoning code amendment concerning front-facing garage regulations. First and second readings were conducted for bills addressing these zoning matters and the designation of school zones on South Gore and West Cedar Avenue. The Council approved a consent agenda that included temporary liquor licenses and a contract authorization for mowing services, followed by an executive session.

The board conducted a work session to examine proposed projects and board policies. During the public hearing and submittal review process, the board addressed multiple residential projects. Actions included postponing a garage renovation at 236 Oakwood Ave. Approvals with specific conditions were granted for an addition at 115 Orchard Ave, an addition and remodel at 1274 S. Rock Hill Rd, an addition at 433 Foote Ave, an addition at 645 Lockwood Ct, and an attached garage at 245 Oak Tree Dr. Additionally, the board approved an application for windows and a carport at 427 S. Park Ave.

The meeting focused on the Traffic Advisory Commission's goals, including prioritizing safety, partnering with the SS4A Task Force, promoting 'Complete Streets' concepts, and developing 'WG Crosswalk Guidelines' to improve pedestrian safety. Additional topics included updates on the SS4A Task Force, planning for May Bike Safety Week, the development of the Safe Across initiative, and nominations for a new commission chair. A sub-committee was proposed to formulate crosswalk guidelines covering review processes, design types, and budgeting.

Key discussions during the regular meeting included the approval of the demolition request for the structure at 12 Hammel, noting its lack of historical value and neglect. The election of a Chair/Co-Chair and Secretary was discussed, but postponed until the next month to allow for greater member attendance. The commission reviewed correspondence regarding the Douglass Hill Rezoning and decided to discuss a formal letter to the City Council at the subsequent meeting. For the 2021-2022 fiscal year, focus projects were finalized, concentrating on Lustron Homes, Sears Kit homes, and Joy built homes, with consideration given to forming subcommittees and organizing research by housing style decades. The commission adjourned after moving to adjourn.

The regular session included two public hearings and discussion of plats and site plans. The first hearing concerned an application by Webster Groves Presbyterian Church for a Conditional Use Permit to allow shared space for educational facilities or schools for the arts in an existing building. Staff recommended approval with specific conditions related to facility location, hours of operation, and the permit being personal to the applicant. The second public hearing involved a Boundary Adjustment Plat petition for Grant Court Lots 2-3 by the property owners of 617 and 614 Grant Court, aiming to consolidate land, despite the resulting lots not meeting current setback requirements, though staff recommended approval with conditions ensuring future development adheres to existing code. The Commission ultimately voted to approve both the Conditional Use Permit application and the Boundary Adjustment Plat application.