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Historical November–December 2002 article. Dates, prices, services and contacts describe the source period; current availability has not been established.
The meeting was called to order at 7:02 p.m. by President Dan Schesch. Minutes from the June meeting were reviewed and approved as corrected. Treasurer’s reports for June and July reviewed and approved as submitted. Security Report Police Officer Heather Sabin gave the Security Report. Officer Sabin reported that crime is down in the neighborhood compared to the same time in 2001. Crime declined in all categories except burglary. Officer Sabin reported that daytime burglaries and garage break-ins continue to be a problem, and asked neighbors to report any suspicious activity to the police. Discussion followed regarding security related issues, including appropriate phone numbers to call for different security issues (911 for emerge , 231-1212 for non-emergency, and 241-COPS for anonymous tips on drug activity.) Discussion also followed about door-to-door soliciting and soliciting at intersections. Volunteers are continuing to inspect street lights throughout the neighborhood and report broken/burnt-out lights to Citizens Service Bureau. Neighborhood Reports Tim Schoemehl and Laure Porterfield reported that Rosedale with support from SDCC will again sponsor the Rags to Riches neighborhood yard sale on August 24th. Volunteers are needed to help make the event a success. Laure Porterfield and Katrina Stierholtz reported that National Night Out was again a very popular event. Financial report to follow at the September meeting. Neighborhood resident Andy Cross was selected as one of 10 individuals in the City to receive a “Neighborhood Hero Award.” The Mayor’s Neighborhood Stabilization Team will’coordinate an awards ceremony from 1:00-3:00 p.m.
In Tower Grove Park on Saturday, August 24th. Andy and his family are invited. Laura will represent the Council. SDCC Bd. of Directors. August 12, 2002 Andy Cross gave the Beautification Committee report. Both the McPherson Garden and the Block Unit 1035 Garden received awards from Gateway Greening. Graffiti has been removed from the kiosk and the penguin at Four Corners. Repair of barricades on Rosedale continues. Volunteers are needed to help with watering flowers at Four Corners and at the playground. Katrina Stierholz reported that planning is underway for this year’s WinterMart. December 7th has been chosen as the date. Contracts are available at the SDCC office for artists and craftsperson’s who wish to participate. Executive Director’s Report Laura Porterfield referred to her written report included in the Board Packet. Completing the grant application to Children’s Hospital for Lucier Park had been an important item this month. Laure reported that an intern will soon begin collecting data for the parking study being conducted by the Delmar Commercial District Committee. Executive Committee Report Dan Schesch and John Thomas reported that the fence around Hamilton School is being repainted by volunteers coordinated by Grace Methodist Church—work is about 95% complete. Dan Schesch gave an update on efforts to mitigate the impact of MetroLink expansion, including a meeting with Congressman Clay at which issues relating to a possible Des Peres underpass were discussed. Dan Schesch reported that a letter had been received requesting that the Council designate a seat on the Board for a representative from the 5800-5900 Block of Waterman and Pershing. Discussion about the request followed, including a discussion about how representatives to the Council from various sections of the neighborhood are chosen.
A motion was made and seconded that the Council accept a representative to the Board from the 5700 Block of Pershing and the 5800.5900 blocks of Pershing and Waterman on a temporary basis, until a uniform process of selecting representatives from Washington Heights is established. Motion passed unanimously.
A motion was also made and seconded that the Council request members of the Board living in Washington Heights reorganize a neighborhood association for that section of the neighborhood and that they have the support of the Council (staff assistance, copying, etc.) for their organizing efforts. Motion passed unanimously. Discussion also followed regarding the need to review and update the SDCC bylaws, Joe Keaveny agreed to lead the effort to review the bylaws and recommend changes. Tim Schoemehl and Dee Joyce-Hayes agreed to assist. SDCC Board of Directors, August 12, 2002 Other Business Lana Stein, chair of the Residential Committee, reported that Bill Christman has proposed putting a cafe in his art studio next to the SDCC offices. Lana reported that a zoning variance would be needed for this use. Bill Christman gave an overview of the concept he isproposing, and invited Council members for a tour of the building following the meeting.
A concern was raised about the Impact construction at Washington University has had a vis Parkview residents, especially those residing along Pershing.
Residents noted problems with dirt, mud, and noise from construction and trash removal. Steve Givens from Washington University indicated he would follow up on the concerns.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:15 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Tim Schoemehl, Secretary
Originally published in The Times of Skinker-DeBaliviere, November–December 2002.
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