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Historical November–December 2025 article. Dates, prices, services and contacts describe the source period; current availability has not been established.
Board Members Present: Tracy Granneman (Vice President, Rosedale), Molly Rater (Secretary, Kingsbury Square), Yvette Kell (Treasurer,Washington Heights), JoAnna Schooler (Washington University), Jeff and Karen Stokes (Grace Methodist), Jim Holzer (Rosedale), Adam Bergeron (Rosedale Neighbors), Callie Kesel (Rosedale Neighbors), Kathryn Bulard (Busey Bank) Stefan Pabst (Parkview Agents) Roger Harris (Washington Heights), Michelle Davidson (at large), Auriann Sehi (At large) Not Present: Mike Stephens (President, Parkview), Carl Merritt (Cote Brillante), Nathaniel Rivers (Washington Heights). Tracy led meeting in Mike’s absence Visitors: NIS Max Magee, Andy Cross, Grady Vaughan (Security Chair), Samantha Smugala (East loop, Commercial Districts) Meredith Howard (Dog Park), Bob Dogwillow, Neil Eisenberg, Kenneth Brandt (Kingsbury Square) Project Manager: Victoria Headrick Alderperson: Shameem Clark Hubbard Meeting was called to Order at 7:05 PM in the SDCC office. Quorum with 13/16 board members present NIS/Aldermanic Report: Max McGee reported that there were 477 service calls since last meeting-most commonly for debris, towing and refuse. Spirtas Debris was the former debris collector and we were one of the last priorities for pick up. New contractor will be starting next week. JoAnna reported that Wash U students are given move in instructions regarding trash disposal. Stump removal: We are waiting on federal funding. Trees are being planted on Skinker. Max reported that water/streets and forestry all have to work together on this which has been a challenge. Shameem reported that she tried using her personal city funds but this is not allowed. Recycling: Max reported that there are 27 city recycling sites now. Alley recycling has gone away, mostly because of contamination. Recycling centers have less contamination historically. Alley recycling bins can be used for regular trash now. Roll out carts are still being collected. Shameem reported that locations of recycling centers are not set in stone and can be revised. Shameem also reported that we have been approved for playground updates We are also in line for new Speed humps R&O Board Bill 44 and 45 in works facilitating better communication from city to communities May and June Meeting Minutes approved. Adam questioned why July meeting was not moved to Zoom rather than cancelled due to lack of AC. Tracy replied that there were no major discussion items for the board so the meeting was cancelled to respect people’s time.
She pointed out that if board members or community have topics for the board meeting they should bring it to the attention of the Executive Committee. Project Manager Report: Victoria reported on unexpected expenses including 2 AC repairs and WiFi outage. Adam questioned why the money for the AC was not brought to a vote since over the 500 dollar expense requiring board approval. Victoria pointed out that this repair was time sensitive and we had to make a decision quickly or risk a long delay in the repair. Tracy pointed out that this was not a controversial issue (most would have approved the repair) so not as critical to send to the full board.
It was approved by the Executive Committee. Tracy and Yvette agreed with Adam that expenses over 500 dollars do have to be approved by
the board and the Executive Committee will improve on this in the future. Victoria is working on a new website and is starting minimal with capacity to grow.
She wants the board to review and add comments on the first version Friends campaign has achieved almost 50% of our goal of 10,000 dollars Rags to Riches was a success with 22 sellers and 6 vendors. Net income to SDCC was 600 dollars.
She suggested flyers go out earlier. East Loop Streetscape Project. Samantha reported that all neighbors should have gotten notices about this.
This project includes Wabash to Laurel, 2800 linear feet, possibly extending to DeBaliviere.
The main goal is to improve safety with traffic calming.
This is a high crash corridor and needs a “Street Diet”.
The project is still in conceptual stage, estimated to be one year from grant approval and 2-3 years until “shovels in the ground”.
They hope to get transportation funding by end of year. Sept 18 will be a demonstration of lines and boundaries for public to review 12-6 pm.
We will be asked to give a letter of support at some time ZOUP: City is updating Zoning codes to be less complicated.
They will be getting away from design parameters with more opportunities for community engagement.
There will be more graphics in the new code and it will be more fluid so changes can be made.
This will be a 1-2 year process. Advisory board position open for anyone interested Commercial District Report: The owners of BeLeaf Medical/Swade will be operating the Church on Delmar as an extension of their business, but also as an event space.
Some Cannabis friendly events will be happening but they have been asked to be conscious of noise, smoke odor and security.
They will be seeking a letter of support from SDCC. Addendum: An email vote was done one week after meeting and quorum with 11/16 board members voted in favor of supporting this expansion. 5 members did not vote. Financial Report: Yvette will be complying new financial report.
We have updated our insurance which has been laborious. Dog Park: Funds will be transferred to new committee by Oct 10th. Email will be sent to previous donors to make sure it is OK to transfer their money or will be returned to them. Motion made by Karen Stokes approving notice to previous donors to Dog Park to transfer money to new Dog Park Committee or request refund. Aurianne seconded the motion and it passed unanimously Committee Reports: Security Committee: Report submitted separately on the SDCC website. Grady reported that there was a homicide on the 5800 block of Pershing but this was a targeted attack and not considered to be a threat to the neighborhood. Drug activity at Nina Place and Waterman has resolved. Security camera in Lucier Park is now operational and tied to Real Crime Center. Historic Committee: No report Community Development: No report Porchfest Committee: Molly reported that the committee has been meeting and event will be great this year with 51 bands. Event will be Sunday September 21st to coincide with the Balloon Race weekend. Victoria has filled most of the volunteer slots with students which is great but still need some non-student volunteers that can handle money Beautification: On August 2 the Times of Skinker DeBaliviere had a fundraiser to keep up with printing costs for the oldest neighborhood newspaper in St Louis.
It was held in the Art Studio at 5949 Kingsbury.
The Sophisticatos performed live energetic music featuring neighbor Fei Powell. Delicious street tacos were custom made to order by neighbor chef
Tim O’Sullivan. Neighbors mingled with old & new friends on the patio and under the gazebo. Thank you to all who attended for helping us keep this newspaper going.
On Sept 6 Rags Riches enjoyed beautiful weather, along with great neighbors meeting each other at over 20 yard sales throughout SD and 6 vendors at the Skinker/ McPherson parking lot. Thank you to Washington University and Grace Methodist for allowing us to use the lot and to coordinate the date with WU campus schedules.
A friend who works with Forest Releaf contacted me about how to get new trees to replace some of the trees we lost from the tornado.
We are starting that conversation and I am making a tally of where trees were lost. Neighbors would be responsible for taking care of the trees. Forest Releaf does not plant the trees, so that is part of the process we will work on, along with tree selections and locations etc.
I have received tree grants from Project Releaf before and they provide high quality trees.
Originally published in The Times of Skinker-DeBaliviere, November–December 2025.
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Archival transcription note: Printed minutes have no final signature or adjournment; author not inferred from secretary attendance. Bob Dogwillow and other source name variants retained.
Original source: SD_Times2025_11.pdf, printed page(s) 2, 4, 5; PDF page(s) 2, 4, 5.
