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Attending the meeting were: Directors R. Johnson, G. Freeman. S. Johnson, A Miller, M. Hart-Mahon, C. Forslund. J. Wright, T. Roland. R. Beitler, B. Bender. Al. Johnson, A. Smith Carr. and K. Keaveny, Alderman D. McGuire; ConServ ()nica A Waits; and SDCC Executive Director K. Koenig.
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by B. Bender. PM Waterston of Citizens to Protect Forest Park presented the Board with information on the organization.
A series of public meetings have been held in order to Main input on a master plan for Forest Park.
The last public Media& Willi an anphasis on transportation, will be held ‘Iltursday, May 12, at 7 p.m. at the Science Center.
All are encouraged to attend. I. Review of Minutes flute-ring binders uric issued to each Board member.
They contain current membership of all SDCC committees. B Bender asked that Board members place Board meeting minute in their notebooks as they are mailed, so as to avoid paper duplication/waste. G. Freeman moved “That the minutes of the March Board meeting be accepted as read”; seconded by C. Forshind and approved. II. Treasurer’s Report J. Miller distributed Malaita of the Fi• mane Canaanite meeting. Cash statements for January. Febniary, Mardi, and April will be distributed at the May Board meeting He also reported that Central Wed End Plank will join as an institutional member and contribute $1000 annually. K. Koenig reported that a used am t. puler and fax machine will be donated to SDCC. Committee/Association Reports II. Bender suggested that committee chairs try to submit a written report of any committee business conducted prior to each snontlfs Board meeting.
These reports will then be distributed at the meeting Commercial Planning – K. Koenig reported that a public meeting to discuss the redevelopment plan will be held in early May She also reported that Papa John’s Pizza is now open for business in the lkBaliviere Strip Center. 3000 DeavervIlle • A. Johnson requested that K. Koenig %wile a letter to BiState requesting them to trim trees in the rear of block near tracks. Ile also requested that 5700 and 5S00 IkOiverville alleys be resurfaced. Alderman McGuire responded that this is cast-prohibitive, but that they can he patched instead. 3900 DeGlverville – G. Freeman reported that a car parked on the MetroLink lot was stripped last week during daylight hours Nina Place • R. Bailer reported that residents arc anxious for construction to begin with unfinished buildings.
The condominran emaciation slily places priority on the buildings being developed as condos. rather than rental units. Perkview -K. Keaveny reported that an Faster egg hunt was held in Pershing Park on April 4.
She also stated that neighborhood Watch will issue a flier on crime prevention tips. Rosedale – J. Miller reported that the annual meeting and potluck dinner will he held in early May. Housing Corp. – K. Koenig reported that 519 Des Peres will be demolished as soon as an asbestos inspection is performed Recreation – B. Bender reported that the basketball season has ended. Softball through Operation Teamwork will begin soon. BicycleWorks is set to begin this week, and will be housed at Ncw Cole Brillion* Church.
She also reported that a 510.000 grant from United Way has been secured to carry the bulk or this program.
I lowever, there is still a need for financial contributions as well as used hikes. Social Services – B. Benda reported that the food drive was a huge success.
All four area churches received about 25 bogs of food and personal hygiene items Community Fund – J. Milks reported that bingo attendance, as well as revenue. are down.
The committee will submit a recommendation As to the protons of continuing bingo.
A full bingo report will be distributed at the next Board meeting. Beautification – K. Koenig reported that the committee will meet Saturday, April 23 to do Four Corners planting. Blitz Day is schedule) for April 30. BicycleWorks kids will be repainting benches around Four Cornets. Andy Cram and area Boy Scouts will be continuing the Mak the Ihnumitere project. Fundraising – K. Koenig mamad that the committee has decided to pursue a ‘Friends of SDCC’ campaign.
An article along with a self-addressed stamped envelope will appear in a summer Times issue Simultaneously. a direct mail campaign will be initiated. Other Topics • J & W Liquor. – K. Koenig reported that the protest process is formally underway.
A majority of property owners within a 3110 foot radius signatures are needed.
A hearing date has not yet been set. MHz Day, April 30, 1994- Already discussed. (*Ranvier. Deli – Alderman McGuire reported that this business wants to relocate to the Delblivicre Strip Center limy wend like to sell liquor. Ruth Johnson and G Freeman will work on this issue with Alderman McGuire. meeting was adjourned at 8:45 p.m.
Originally published in The Times of Skinker-DeBaliviere, May 1994.
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