Historical September 1994 article. Dates, prices, services and contacts describe the source period; current availability has not been established.
K. Koenig introduced Dr. Glenda Bryant, Ph.D., new principal of Hamilton Community School.
Dr. Bryant explained that the school’s new name is Hamilton Elementary Community Education Center.
She eventually envisions the site being open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Additional lighting and security will be provided around the school. Hamilton will be holding a series of several open houses for neighborhood residents to attend. I. Review of Minutes A. Webb moved “That the minutes of the June meeting be accepted as read”; seconded by G. Freeman and approved. II. Treasurer’s Report In J. Miller’s absence, K. Koenig reviewed the report with the Board.
She reported that annual contributions from all institutions are expected in by year’s end.
The “Friends of Skinker DeBaliviere” campaign has raised $4,000 to date. C. Forslund moved “That the Treasurer’s Report for June and July be accepted as read”; seconded by J. Wright and approved. Ill. Committee/Association Reports Commercial Planning – K. Koenig reported that we can request our first disbursement of funds in October ’94 through the HUD/John Heinz grant. Funding will go towards the 50/50 Delmar grant program, the neighborhood rev,olving loan program, and a neighborhood landscaping plan. DeGiverville – S. Polk reported that the cast alley of 5700 has been patched.
She reminded everyone of the Community Picnic at Forest Park on August 28 on ground 8, from 8 a.m. to t p.m. G.’ Freeman reported on the parking problems associated with the VP Fair. Kingsbury Square – R. Johnson reported that a watermelon social was held for new residents. Shc also requested that SDCC write a letter to BiState requesting that the area surrounding their facility at Delmar and DeBaliviere be better patrolled for litter. K. Koenig will A‘vritc the letter on behalf of SDCC. Nina Place – R. Beckloff reported that construction is still proceeding on the 5800 block of Kingsbury. Two units have been sold. Parkview – J. DeBettencourt reported that,the NNO party at Washington Park on August 3 was very successful. Rosedale – K. Koenig reported that the Neighborhood-Wide Street Party held in conjunction with NNO on August 3 was very successful.. K. Koenig thanked T. Roland for her assistance in getting beer donated for the event. Rosedale is donating a: clown for the Polk’s annual picnic in Forest Park. Planning for a neighborhood walk-a-thon in the spring will begin shortly. Housing Corporation – K. Koenig will provide minutes of regular Housing Corp. meetings at every Board meeting.
She reminded Board members to attend the SDCC/SDCHC joint meeting on Wednesday, at 6:30 p.m., at CWE Bank. Detailed information on past and present projects will be provided. , Recreation – A. Busch reported that over 25 neighborhood children ages 7 through 12 participated in softball through Operation Teamwork this summer. SDCC will donate $50 for gifts for the coaches. New Cote Brilliante agreed to•also donate $50 for their gifts. A. Busch also reported that a newsletter was distributed in early Junc letting children know of a variety of free activities around the city this’summer. B. Bender reported that 15 children have gone through the Youth Cycles program. Shc invited anyone interested in seeing the bike shop to come by New Cote Brilliante Church. Social Services – B. Bender announced that a neighborhood-wide food drive will be held on Saturday. August 13. Proceeds will be given to the four area churches. Community Fund- B. Bender reported that J. Miller will present a Ml report on this fund at the September Board meeting. B. Bender reported that this committee met to review a proposal for funding for the repair of the 6100 Kingsbury pillars.’ The committee recommended a grant of $500 for this project. B. Bender moved “That the Council approve a $500 grant for the 6100 Kingsbury pillar project and that the present committee of eight members be elected for a one-year term”; seconded by G. Hayes and approved with one abstention. Fundraising – K. Koenig reported that the “Friends of” campaign is going well. B. Bender urged IOU percent Board participation in the campaign. Update on J & W Liquor – K. Koenig reported that the Excise Commissioner ordered that: 1) no gin or vodka products be sold in half pint bottles for less than $2.50; 2) business owner must conduct a daily litter patrol within a one block radius of premises including the alley immediately in back of his property; and 3) no chilled 32 or 40 ounce beer products in glass containers will be sold at premises. Des Peres Art Walk – K. Koenig reported that planning is under way for this event to be held on Saturday. September 17, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Live entertainment, refreshments, a sculpture walk, and a children’s art exhibit will be featured throughout the day. B. Bender announced that the October Board meeting will be held on Monday, October 17, 1994, at 7:30 p.m.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:35 p.m.
Originally published in The Times of Skinker-DeBaliviere, September 1994.
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