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Skinker DeBaliviere Community Council Board of Directors Meeting, April 13, 2009 ATTENDANCE Board Members Present Beth Bender, Bob Mahon, Sean Meara, Nicole Blumner, Arline Webb, Vincent Flewellen, Mike Taylor, Dan Hudspeth, Cheryl Adelstein Staff Present: Bethany Everett – SDCC, Darcell Braylock – SDCC Executive Director, Gary Boehnke – SDHC Executive Director Alderpersons: Lyda Krewson, 28th Ward Alderman Police Department: Officer Green, 7th District Other Guests/Visitors: Andy Cross, Katie Kurtz, Jen Swanson, Wash U Coop, Board Members Absent: Liz Johnson, Ruth Johnson, Gerard Hutchison, Alex Lowenstein, Rachel Boxdorfer, Karin Hagiman,William Humphrey, Gene Hoefel, David Rothschild WELCOME AND INTRODUCTIONS Meeting called to order by President Sean Meara at 7:10 p.m. President Sean Meara welcomed everyone. Go St. Louis! – Brian Lyons made a brief presentation regarding the marathon route for Sunday, April 19th.
The marathon will not actually go through the neighborhood this year; it has been rerouted to avoid DeBaliviere and the Forest Park Parkway. Wash U Coop – Jen Swanson discussed the Wash U Coop’s Monday night potluck and live music at 6021 Pershing.
All are welcome. Minutes – made a motion to approve the minutes, seconded that motion. Not a quorum. Financials – No quorum. Discussion about issues will take place in the Executive Sessions. Security – Officer Phillip Green took questions from the Board regarding any security concerns in the neighborhood. Brief discussion of the Volvo in question on Washington – car was stopped but nothing was found. Devon Strickland incidents; his PO officer was contacted regarding the issues, and he may be put under GPS surveillance. Homicide is down 100 percent from last year, as is rape, property crime is down 38 percent. Sean asked about foot patrols which will begin next week.
The department will work on foot patrol with the U City police on Friday and Saturday nights.
There were two Metrolink incidents, both were minor – nonviolent. NSO ReportLarry Isom 26th Ward – Not present. Les Mason 28th Ward – Not present. Aldermanic Update – 28th Ward Alderman Lyda Krewson gave an update regarding the Moonrise Hotel, which will open on Friday. Andy asked about the wrought iron fence along the alley, and who was responsible for maintaining the alley. Lyda stated the homeowners along the alley are responsible for their alleys generally, but the forestry department could be called in to make some improvements along Forest Park Parkway.
The Delmar Bridge should be open at the end of the month. Nicole asked about the use of the Des Peres school and school board’s ruling about allowing properties to be purchased. Lyda is uncertain, believes it will depend on when the state returns the school board’s power. Andy asked about the pole that is knocked down on the embankment at Kingsbury and Rosedale. Executive Director’s Report – Darcell gave updates regarding the 6000 Westminster property, the case was dismissed without prejudice. Nicole asked what the meant exactly. Lyda stated that she could possibly refile the case, but she has only 30 days to file. Darcell would like the Board to approve the writing of a letter in support of keeping Todd Williams at Hamilton School. Bob made a motion to approve, Cheryl seconded it. Fundraising Committee – Dine Out for Skinker DeBaliviere will have a date set in May. i. Brick Campaign: Currently at $1850, need $2,000 to get going. Spoke with Ellen Blau about connecting the dog park to the fundraising, which might illicit more donations. ii. Homecoming: Everyone save the date for September 26th!
The contract was signed and returned to the Pageant along with the deposit check on Saturday, April 11th. Committee Reports ii. Friends Campaign – Andy discussed the friends campaign; letters, incentives, business solicitations, etc.
The incentives are in; the water bottles look great and will be delivered in the next week. iii. Beautification Committee – Andy said he and the Girl Scouts had planted the trees at triangle park.
He intends to plant more trees along the perimeter. Blitz Day and Planting Day are coming up, Andy is getting ready to order the plants. Historic District Review Committee – The Historic District Review Board is meeting the second Wednesday of each month at the SDCC office at 7:00 pm. Are concerned about the vacant properties in the neighborhood, would like the Council to send out a letter informing the property owners/brokers that they are in a historic district. Beth made a motion to approve the letter, Arline seconded it.
The committee is currently working on a new pamphlet explaining historic district standards. Also, would like new neighbors to attend the committee meetings.
The committee plans to publish more articles in the SD Times. Gary asked about sending the letter to new listings as well. Washington University – Move out begins May 2-5 for undergrads, seniors move out the week after. Wash U is encouraging recycling instead of dumping.
They have excellent ways of communicating with students living in University housing, not so good with the students living in the neighborhood in privately held dwellings. Wash U is putting up PODs for students to leave recyclable items at Grace United lot. Anyone in the neighborhood will be able to leave goods at the POD as well. Operation Food Search will accept the donated goods and distribute them.
The odds for getting another trash/bulk pick up are unlikely since the trash collectors are already over booked due to Blitz day and holidays.
It may be helpful next year to get Blitz day moved further into the month. SDHC – Project report and notes are included. Bob asked about Delmar Express Market, mentioned Joe Edwards possibly purchasing it. Gary stated that it was unlikely that anyone would purchase it at $1.3 million. Nicole asked about the burned out house on DeGiverville. It’s in the SDHC notes.
It is a nuisance property, but it is a very slow process and there is little to be done about it. Adjournment – Beth made a motion for adjournment, Arline seconded it at 8:25 p.m.
Originally published in The Times of Skinker-DeBaliviere, Summer 2009.
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Archival transcription note: Source explicitly says no quorum and leaves minutes mover and seconder blank; no names or legal validity inferred. Historic review meeting 7 pm differs from earlier 6:30 announcement.
Original source: SD_Times2009_06.pdf, printed page(s) 7; PDF page(s) 7.
