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Attending the meeting were – Directors N. Vatcha, J. Wright, S. Polk. T Roland. C. Forslund. A. Johnson. G. Fox, J. Miller, L Stein, A Smith Carr. A. Webb, G. Hayes. R. Johnson. K Keaveny. Con Sen: Officer J Waits, Alderman D McGuire, and }Executive Director K. Koenig Guests were: Barbara Jarrett. DeBaliviere Place trustee. .and Mary Ann Zaggy, Parkview Block Watch program.
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 pm. New Business Parkview Block Watch Program – M. Zaggy reported that this program is active and has captains for each block. Signs will be going up shortly to denote program membership.
She requested that the • entire neighborhood work together on this program.
She will be available to consult with anyone Interested. DeBaliviere Place Membership • B Jarrett reported on behalf of DeBaliviere Place Association of their desire for representation on the Council. Their association consists of both condo owners and renters (approximately 2000 units). C. Forslund suggested she make a formal application for membership.
This application will be reviewed at our next Board meeting. Proposed Amendment to By-Laws • C. Forslund called attention to Article 4.3 of the By-Laws.
This section was revised in 11/90. but never incorporated into By-Laws. K. Koenig and C. Forslund will work on updating them • this summer. G. Fox moved “That a term limit be imposed on officers of the Council.’ C. Forslund requested that a vote be taken on this issue. Twelve were opposed, and one was in favor of the term limit amendment. J. Wright moved That minutes of the May Board meeting be approved as read’. seconded by L. Stein and approved. R. Johnson moved “That the treasurer’s report for May be accepted as read”; seconded by S. Polk and approved. C. Forslund called attention to the projected budget shortfall. Committee/Association Reports DeGiverville 5900- A. Johnson reported that 5900 is sponsoring a BBQ / Raffle on Aug. 14, 1993, from I IAM – 4PM on the London & Son’s lot. Raffle tickets are 51.00. A. Johnson inquired about the “Royal Hook Up” at 5942 Delmar. K. Koenig will research whether they have obtained a business license. 5700 – No report Kingsbury Square R. Johnson reported that they have initiated a Neighborhood Watch Program. Parkview K. Keaveny expressed gratitude to Forslund for attending their Annual meeting in May.
She also reported that the Parkview security officer is trying to align contact/communication, via radio while on duty, with U. City police and St. Louis City police. Rosedale J. Miller distributed a timeline of events to be sponsored by Rosedale.
These events include July 17 – Rosedale Food Drive Aug 3 – Street Party/National Night Out Sept 18 – Rags to Riches Mid Nov. – Bingo J. Miller also encouraged anyone to attend the next meeting on 6/30/93 at 5:15 p.m at SDCC. Housing Corporation K. Koenig distributed the 1992 Financial Statement that was prepared by Mr Lee Schulte. Recreation K. Koenig reported that there are three newly-formed neighborhood softball teams. Thirty children from 7-13 years old, are participating .
The teams practice in Lucier Park on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-7 p.m. and play games on Saturday in Forest Park. D. McGuire reminded K. Koenig that there is softball equipment in the SDCC basement if the teams need it. Beautification C. Forslund requested volunteers to water the planters at Four Corners this summer. A. Johnson A. Webb, and K. Keaveny volunteered. Fundraising K. Koenig reported that our first SDCC fundraiser will be a Tom Sawyer riverboat cruise, on July 9, from 1:30- 10:30 p.m. included will be dry snacks and music. Tickets are $20 per person / $35 per couple.
Each board member is required to sell 12 tickets by July 7th. Recognition to our institutional members and CWE Bank will also be given that night.
We arc also planning a fall fundraiser in the form of a neighborhood walk. Other smaller fundraisers will he planned around Halloween and Christmas. Revolving Loan K. Koenig reported that this committee will meet on June 24th, at 5:15 p.m. at SDCC. J. Vatcha is chair, with G. Fox, J. Wright, and J. Miller as other committee members. Commercial Planning L. Stein reported that five new restaurants have opened in the area I) 2 Black Cats 2) Ruffs 3) Saigon Inn 4) Painted Plates 5) Wildflour Pizza Director’s Report Outcome of Walgreen’s Hearing on 6/9/93 K. Koenig reported that the Board of Adjustment is holding their decision on the appeal until they talk with the City Counselor’s office. Aid. McGuire raised some legal questions that centered on whether the Board of Adjustment had jurisdiction to rule on this case.
We will find out the decision on 6/16/93. A. Carr moved “That the Board authorize the Executive Committee to continue discussion about proposed Walgreen’s development if the recording of restrictions as reflected in existing agreement is agreed upon by the developer”; seconded by G. Hayes and approved with one opposed. Apartment Owners Association K. Koenig reported that SDCHC is initiating efforts to form an apartment owners association.
A meeting of neighborhood apartment owners will be held on July I. at 7:00 pm, at SDCC Richard Hart Memorial Fund . K. Koenig distributed copies of a draft proposal to be submitted to the library Board of Directors and asked for comments.
After much discussion, the Board gave its full support to the renaming/dedication of the Charring Cross Library to the Richard Hart Memorial Library.
However, the Board requested that no annual financial promise (ie. annual book sale) be included in the proposal at this time. 1 Wright agreed to participate in the presentation to the Library Board G Hayes also suggested D. Hayes as ‘a participant. S. Polk suggested a picture of the Executive Director be displayed in the SDCC office.
The meeting adjourned at 10:20 p.m.
Originally published in The Times of Skinker-DeBaliviere, September 1993.
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