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Members present: Directors A. Johnson. C. Forslund, S. Polk, M. Hart-Mahon. S. Johnson. T. Roland Hamilton, G. Hayes, J. Wright, A. Smith Carr, and L. Stein; Alderman D. McGuire; and SDCC Director K. Koenig. A. Johnson called the meeting to order at 7:33 p.m. K. Koenig introduced Cynthia Gross, DeBaliviere Facility Director of Bi-State Development Agency. Ms. Gross invited the Council to use their facility for meeting space. Board members asked Ms. Gross to address problems of early morning horn blowing of Metrolink trains and overflow traffic from MetroLink lot on DeBaliviere being diverted to 5700 DeGiverville.
She will check into both of these issues with Mr. Joe North, Director of Metrolink. I. Review of Minutes C. Forslund moved “That the minutes of the August Board meeting be accepted as read with two corrections; seconded by L. Stein and approved. II. Treasurer’s Report In J. Miller’s absence, K. Koenig reviewed the report with the Board. C. Forslund moved “That the Treasurer’s Report be accepted as read’; seconded by S. Polk and approved. III. Committee/Association Reports Executive Committee – A. Johnson reported that the Executive Committee met with K. Koenig to discuss her maternity leave plans.
She requested eight weeks paid with the understanding that she be in constant contact with the Board President. K. Koenig also elaborated on volunteer staffing plans in her absence. Due to a lack of quorum, a special meeting will be called in the next two weeks to further discuss this matter. Commercial Planning • L. Stein reported that The Times plans to highlight abandoned properties along Delmar Boulevard In order to promote interest in development. Discussion was also held on a youth club proposed at 6016 Delmar. L Stein, K. Koenig. and Alderman McGuire explained the proposal and the sentiments of the groups that the applicant has met with.
After much discussion. L. Stein moved “That SDCC not oppose a conditional use permit being granted as long as the 6000 block of Washington supports the proposal and if the applicant has obtained the required number of signatures necessary.
We also will support Alderman McGuire’s request to incorporate certain restrictions including recruitment for the club in our neighborhoods; seconded by C Forslund and approved with two opposed. 5700 DeGiverville – S. Polk reported that the Community Picnic in Forest Park was a big success. 5900 DeGiverville . A. Johnson requested lhat potholes in 5800 and 5900 alleys be patched.
He also reported that there is graffiti under the Hamilton bridge. K. Koenig will report this. Kingsbury Square – No report. Nina Place – L Stein repotted that two new residents will be moving in during September. Parkview – No report. Housing Corporation • K. Koenig reported that 519-521 Des Peres has been demolished.
The lot will be seeded before winter and retained as green space. Recreation – K. Koenig reported that B. Bender has started a third session of Youth Cycles. Eight children are enrolled in the program. Social Services – No report. Community Fund – J. Miller will present a full report on this for the October Board meeting. K. Koenig reported that the Kingsbury Pillar Restoration project is proceeding. MLK Commemoration – J. Wright reported that the Committee will begin meeting in early October to plan for this event. J. Wright and K. Koenig will meet this week to discuss speaker possibilities. Fundraising – K. Koenig reported that three of four members of the FOSD Committee have had to resign their duties. K. Koenig requested additional volunteers to assist with obtaining confirmation on merchandise discounts and dinner certificates. C. Forslund, G. Hayes, S. Johnson, and A. Johnson volunteered to assist with this project. IV. Des Peres Art Walk K. Koenig reported that this event is scheduled for Saturday, September 17, from 11 to 4 p.m.
A children’s art exhibit, sculpture walk, children’s entertainment, live music, and concessions will all be part of the day’s events. Alderman Dan McGuire suggested we add Hamilton Community Education Center as a regular Committee/Association report.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:50 p.m.
Originally published in The Times of Skinker-DeBaliviere, October 1994.
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