Historical November–December 2004 article. Dates, prices, services and contacts describe the source period; current availability has not been established.
ATTENDANCE: 24 persons in total. President: Joe Keaveny; Directors: Christine Bubbico, Lara Lennon-Doyle, Georgi Fox, Steve Givens, Ronie Haliburton, Rev. Mary Harvey, Paul Hohmann, Liz Johnson, Gwendolyn LaZard, Shirley Polk, Daniel Schesch, Tim Schoemehl, Alice Stanley; Staff: Laure Porterfield; Guests: Christopher M. Clark – Wash U, Sgt. Mark Helmhett –M SLPD, Gary Boehnke – SDCHC, Charles Lewis,, Betty Lewis, Andy Cross – Beautification Committee, John Barack – Kingsbury Square, G. Holley, Jaina Stus WELCOME & INTRODUCTIONS – President Keaveny opened meeting at 7:08 pm MINUTES: Motion was made and seconded to approve with corrections the minutes for August 9, 2004. Motion passed. Corrections – Under Aldermanic Report, it should read: Three lanes are open (1 lane southbound and 2 lanes northbound). FINANCE REPORT: Deferred to next month. SECURITY REPORT: Sgt. Mark Helmhett gave update.
An arrest was made for a burglary in the 5500 block of Waterman.
An unmarked car with two officers is patrolling the neighborhood between 6pm and 2am.
A drug arrest made in the 5800 block of DeGiverville There was a suggestion to have cameras to catch people in the act of dumping. Aldermanic Report: No report. Executive Director’s Report: The Executive Director presented a written report.
In addition, she included a copy of a conditional use permit issued by BPS to the Shell Station on Delmar, which also denied the sale of liquor on the premises.
She reminded us of the upcoming meeting and events (see agenda for list of specific events, dates & times).
She also reminded the Board that the next Board meeting is the annual meeting. Congratulations were extended to: Andy Cross for the recognitions received by the McPherson Garden – 1st place for an established garden, Block Unit 1035 Garden – 5th place, and the scarecrow – special recognition. Shirley Polk for a successful picnic, a wonderful time was had by all attending. Skinker DeBaliviere Community Housing Corporation: Minutes of the SDCHC meeting were provided in the Board packet. Gary Boehnke reported that they continue to work on structuring financing for the Allison project. Refurbishment of Rosedale Square units is complete.
The Strategic planning committee looked at Rosedale Square this summer and will make recommendation to the board for future plans – maybe condos.
A question was raised about the status of Mr. Amos will initiate the reconstruction of the convent. Currently the building is condemned as a result of the fire.
The condemnation is for occupancy purposes only, the building itself is not condemned.. Discussion followed on the status of the dog park – SDCC will not issue a letter of support until after the Alderman agrees to support it. Rosedale: Tim Schoemehl reported that Rags to Riches in August was a success.
They ran out of food and had 52 yard sales, an all time high.
He thanks everyone for making it a success.
A suggestion was made to consider Johnny on the Spots for future years.
The Rosedale annual meeting and elections are running behind schedule.
The Halloween event is still on, date to be determined since Halloween is on a Sunday this year. Picnic: Shirley Polk reported that the picnic was a success and that everyone had fun.
She thanked everyone for participating.
She also advised that the price for the picnic ground had increased. Beautification: Andy Cross reported on the recognitions received by the neighborhood/community gardens this year, he also shown articles from several publications with pictures of the gardens.
They had been entering the contest for the last seven years and this was the lucky year. McPherson Garden received first place in the category of established community garden; Block Unit 1035 for best raised beds and Four Corners was also recognized. Other Business: Steve Givens reported that October 8, 2004 is the presidential debate.
On either October 17 or 24, there will be a special concert in the Quad of music from the St. Louis World’s Fair (from 1904). Dan Schesch asked about the Executive Committee reporting on neighborhood crime.
A link between the SDCC website and the police system has been established.
A question was raised about the hardware store on DeBaliviere.
The hardware store is going out of business. Able Lock will take over part of the building. Shirley Polk mentioned that a petition is being circulated for a liquor store in the DeBaliviere strip mall; several of the neighbors brought this to her attention. Many of them had already signed in favor of it, apparently believing this to be a petition for a convenience store. One of the visitors expressed her thanks for the traffic signs on Pershing.
She said it is making a difference. Also, inquired about the status of the Westminister speed zone. Basically, this has proven to be more costly and probably will not happen.
Call Capt. Moran or Sam Hill with the Police Department to further discuss the speeding and traffic concerns. Transportation Committee: Dan Schesch reported that the 5700 Pershing alley is closed and reopening is delayed due to unexpected sewer relocation. One resident in the neighborhood, a 75+-year-old man appears to have contracted the West Niles virus. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:25 pm.
Originally published in The Times of Skinker-DeBaliviere, November–December 2004.
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