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Members present: Directors B. Bender, C. Forslund, G. Freeman, L. Stein, M. Hart-Mahon, G. Hayes, J. Wright, R. Johnson, S. Johnson, A. Webb, S. Polk, J. DeBettencourt, and K. Keavcny; ConSery Officer J. Waits; Alderman D. McGuire; and SDCC Executive Director K. Koenig.
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by B. Bender. Gerald Brooks, Manager of Community Affairs, St. Louis Public Library, presented the Board with information on Proposition L. Funds generated from proposition L will make building and service improvements possible in 14 neighborhood libraries and the central library. I. Review of Minutes C. Forslund questioned whether any research was performed as to the legality of CWE Bank joining as an institutional member. K. Koenig will follow-up. C. Forslund moved, “That the minutes of the April Board meeting be accepted as read”; seconded by J. Wright and approved. II. Treasurer’s Report K. Koenig distributed cash statements for January through April. C. Forslund moved, “That the Treasurer’s Reports for January through April be accepted as read”; seconded by G. Freeman and approved. Ill. Committee/Association Reports Commercial Planning – L. Stein reported that a public hearing to discuss the redevelopment plan will be held on Wednesday, May 18, at 7 p.m., at New Cote Brilliante Church. Aldermen McGuire and Clay will host this meeting. K. Koenig reported that a youth club would like to locate in the former BiRite site. Due to strong opposition from residents on 6000 Washington and lack of information we had on the proposal, we opposed their conditional use permit being issued. Marion’s Cafe has applied for a conditional use permit to operate a restaurant/gift shop at 305 DeBaliviere.
We will support this proposal. DeGiverville – No report. Kingsbury Square – R. Johnson reported that planters have been placed diagonally to prohibit alley access to Laurel by car. Crossroads students will paint the dumpsters in Kingsbury Square. Nina Place – No report. Parkview – Joe DeBettencourt was introduced as the new representative to replace Karen Keaveny.
He reported that lights were recently out due to MSD accidentally cutting a cable. Rosedale – B. Bender reported on the annual potluck dinner and election of officers. Officers and representatives remain the same as last year. Housing Corporation – K. Koenig reported that 6025 Westminster has received its building permits and work will begin soon. 6039-41 McPherson has been purchased by neighborhood resident Mark Gorman.
After a recent inspection of 519-521 Des Peres, we learned that there is a possibility of asbestos.
The Housing Corp. is in the process of discussing how to remedy the situation. Recreation – B. Bender reported that our neighborhood bicycle program will operate under the name “Youth Cycles.” Eight children recently graduated and earned bikes from the program. Summer classes will begin in mid-June. Social Services – No report. Community Fund – K. Koenig distributed a financial report on bingo operation from October through April. Shc reported on the committee’s concern of falling attendance and revenue, as well as the increased taxes imposed by the state and the threat of legalized riverboat gambling impacting on profits.
The committee recommends that the lease with Salad Bowl not be renewed after June 26.
However, the committee would entertain bingo as a fundraiser in the future if we could find a new facility that included set-up and clean-up and equipment rental. C. Forslund moved, “That 20 percent of community fund revenue be set aside for the Council if they should need it to cover operating budget expenses”; seconded by A. Webb and approved with one abstention. Beautification – C. Forslund reported that the Four Corners plantings were done successfully. A. Cross stenciled 17 yard waste dumpsters as a continuation of last year’s project. Fundraising – K. Koenig reported that an article in The Times and a neighborhood mailing is set to occur in June, as part of the “Friends of SDCC” campaign. K. Koenig and T. Roland are working on the article and letter to be sent out. IV. J & W Liquor K. Koenig reported that a majority of property owners’ signatures have been obtained to restrict 1 & W’s liquor license.
A hearing date will be set for some time in midJune. K. Koenig is coordinating testimony for the hearing. V. Neighborhood Playground Feasibility K. Koenig reported that there has been interest from several residents in putting playground equipment in the neighborhood.
She asked for more volunteers to join a committee to look at this issue more closely and meet with neighborhood groups. S. Polk, J. Wright, C. Forslund, and A. Webb will join D. Blobaum, M. Ilolihan, G. Johannes, and A. Busch on a committee. K. Koenig asked that the Board authorize her to apply for funding for playground equipment from the Gateway Foundation.
The proposal is due May 11. G. Freeman moved, “That K. Koenig proceed with the proposal with a generic site plan and location to be included”; seconded by C. Forslund and approved. VI. United Way Board Development K. Koenig reported that she has received information on roles and responsibility training for Board members.
This training is of no cost to participants.
This would be valuable information for the Board and could probably be accomplished in one 3-hour session.
After some discussion, it was agreed that a week night session in June or July will be targeted for this workshop. B. Bender announced that Board members and their families are invited to a barbecue on Friday, June 10, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at her house, 6037 Westminster. Meat will be provided, but Board members are asked to bring a side dish. Board members are invited to stay after 7:30 p.m. for an Appreciation Party held in honor of all bingo volunteers. Meeting was adjourned at 9:20 p.m.
Originally published in The Times of Skinker-DeBaliviere, June 1994.
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