Historical September–October 2004 article. Dates, prices, services and contacts describe the source period; current availability has not been established.
SECURITY REPORT: Sgt. Mike Deeba gave the security report. 18 robberies were committed between January 14, – April 6, 2004 in the Skinker DeBaliviere and east of DeBaliviere areas. Sgt. Deeba recommended that we request a robbery detail between 6pm – 2 am.
There were some concerns expressed over the incident at 5826 Waterman involving shots being fired at police and illegal drug activities that resulted in the arrest of a repeat offender. Officers will write tickets and/or issue summons for commercial vehicles in residential areas.
To report gang graffiti, please call the Citizen’s Service Bureau. TREASURER’S REPORT: Peggy Droege presented the Report for February and March 2004.
It was mentioned that some of the decimal points in the report were in the wrong place.
To date, the Friends campaign has raised $5,800. ALDERMANIC REPORT: Alderwoman Krewson reported that the new dumpsters have almost all been delivered.
A request was made to review the dumpster situation in the 6100 Kingsbury alley – dumpster is always full, would like a bigger dumpster. Alderwoman Krewson will request a larger dumpster. Alderwoman Krewson gave an update on the various issues surrounding the MetroLink contractors hauling dirt through the neighborhood; at the peak there will be approximately 400 trucks a day.
There have been several meetings including the Mayor’s Office, the contractor and Larry Salci from Metro. Also, the Board expressed some concern regarding an article appearing in the St. Louis Post Dispatch about a recovering drug abuser now residing with her children on DeGiverville.
The question rose – How can Skinker DeBaliviere be made aware of these placements and work with all parties to promote the positive attributes of the Skinker-DeBaliviere neighborhoods while creating a win-win situation for all involved? COMMITTEE REPORTS BEAUTIFICATION: Andy Cross gave an update on the activities: A new neighbor has arranged for welding the barricade posts back into place. McPherson & Rosedale – planter box destroyed in ice storm will soon be replaced with new box. Blitz Day – will work weekend before, day of and after; 5/1 is the alley clean-up date and 5/15 is flower distribution and plant exchange. Activities will include 6000 Westminster- clean up pocket park, alley greening in 6000 Westminister & Kingsbury alley, and alley greening in 6100 Kingsbury and McPherson alley Breakfast Garden Tour- June 5th, gardens will be on display in 6100 McPherson, 6000 & 6100 Washington, still looking for gardens in 6100 Westminister * Planting Day and Plant Exchange is 5/15 TRANSPORTATION: Dan Schesch said there was no committee report this month.
However, Dan did provide an update on the various meetings and court actions that have transpired concerning the hauling of dirt by Metro contractors through the neighborhood. RESIDENTIAL: Paul presented the Report.
The Committee reviewed Taulby Roach’s proposal to develop townhomes at Hamilton Middle School site.
The plans look interesting but will require review by the Historic District Review committee. President Keaveny said he would send letter to Board of Education inquiring as to where the Board is on selling the school building. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S REPORT: Laure reported that SDCC received a clean audit from Federal Grants.
She was looking for assistance with Blitz activities; specifically help with grilling the hotdogs. Ten tickets will be given to each Board member for the Breakfast Garden Tour. Members are asked to be responsible for selling ten tickets.
The Advance St. Louis speaker is scheduled for May 17th; a signature petition is required to place the charter reform changes on the ballot.
There was some discussion pertaining to selling note cards, Operation Blitz, the plant exchange and the garden tour. SKINKER DEBALIVIERE COMMUNITY HOUSING CORPORATION: Gary Boehnke presented the Housing Report.
A copy of the report is attached. Several properties on Delmar are under contract. Joe Keaveny was elected Treasurer of the Housing Corp. OTHER BUSINESS * There is an ever-expanding sinkhole in the vacant lot at DesPeres and McPherson. Are any utility people working to correct the problem? Gas line has been capped; the Street Department has drilled but so far has not come up a permanent corrective action plan. ADJOURNMENT
Originally published in The Times of Skinker-DeBaliviere, September–October 2004.
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