CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF RICHMOND HEIGHTS
MISSOURI
REGULAR MEETING, February 1, 2016
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Richmond Heights, Missouri
was held on Monday, February 1, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. at The Heights Community
Center, 8001 Dale Avenue. The meeting was opened with The Pledge of Allegiance.
Present were Mayor James J. Beck, Council Members Matt Casey, Dan Sebben, Ed
Notter, Camille Greenwald, Megan Moylan, Rick Vilcek, Reginald Finney, and Rob
Jacknewitz. Also present were Amy Hamilton, City Manager, and Ken Heinz, City
Attorney.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
None.
CITIZEN’S COMMENTS NO. 1
Mayor Beck stated he would hear public comments regarding agenda items beginning
with comments regarding The Boulevard South project and then would hear public
comments regarding the Boland Place Apartments project. Mayor Beck stated that
Mr. Rob Sherwood would be giving his presentation on The Boulevard South under
the City Manager’s Report and Mr. Joseph Cyr will present the update on the
Residences at Boland Place under City Manager’s Report as well.
Susan Buse-President of Clayton School District - Board of Education-spoke to
the Council regarding The Boulevard South Development. Ms. Buse stated the
District opposes the extent to which this TIF project will divert all development taxes
from the classrooms. Ms. Buse stated the developer predicts the project will generate
$3.2 million in real property taxes, $59 million in sales taxes and $3.7 million in
personal property taxes. Under current terms proposed, none of that public money
will reach our school district.
Ms. Buse stated neighborhood schools are funded with taxes, new development
revenues help the District meet rising costs, short of increasing a tax levy on the rest
of us. Ms. Buse read further, stating that when the new development brings new costs
to the District by bringing in new students, the District needs the new tax dollars that
come with those students.
Ms. Buse stated the District has long been cautious of any tax incentive for
development and with residential growth, we oppose incentives that direct the student
funding away from our schools. Ms. Buse stated that with The Boulevard there will
be 239 residential apartments when the second phase is complete; 74 in Phase I (still
with no school support) and now new additional residences in the new section. Ms.
Buse stated the District does not object to the development, but 23 years of potential
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students and 23 years without the tax revenues that are meant to support them is the
question.
Ms. Buse would like to see the calculations corrected as the developer shows both
new apartments and money to the District between now and 2029. Ms. Buse states
she thinks these are “honest” numbers, but according to the District CFO, they are
wrong. New students will come to the District, the money will not.
Ms. Buse asks that you balance the private and public need. Pace has put forth an
exciting new development and argues it needs public tax money to develop. Ms.
Buse states Clayton School District needs assistance to meet needs of the District and
any new students who move into these new apartments. Ms. Buse asks that the City
Council support PILOTS or any of the methods used by other communities and
developers to support their schools.
Brad Berstein-500 S. Meramec-addressed the Council as a former member of
Richmond Heights and said he had supported the past sales tax campaign for the
building of The Heights and public properties. Mr. Berstein stated he is currently on
the Clayton School Board. Mr. Berstein stated he is opposed to the tax abatement for
The Boulevard South that affects the taxing districts, including the Clayton School
District, Special School District, the Zoo Museum District, and St. Louis Community
College. Mr. Berstein stated these taxing districts will have need of the abated tax
funds and asks the Council reevaluate and make compromises. He stated he feels it
probably at this stage, is not likely to give full reimbursement for new students but
hopefully good faith efforts could be made such as funding crossing guards, sporting
events security, etc.
Brenda Cuyhes-no address-did not speak-opposes the TIF abatement for The
Boulevard.
Jane Klamer-62 Aberdeen Place-letter in opposition to real estate tax abatement for
the Boulevard South Phase II project.
Scott Snyder-105 Lake Forest Dr.-opposed to the TIF abatement, grossly unfair and
economically not justified.
BOLAND PLACE DEVELOPMENT
Mayor Beck asked for those who wished to speak in favor the Boland Place project to
do so. (Audience members presented speaker’s cards to the Mayor; to either speak
direct to the Council or to add their written opinion.)
Ben Hilliker-41 Berkshire
Alice Provaznik-7545 Wise
Patrick Eppert-1255 Arch Terrace
Mary Lipic-7529 Lovella
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Rick Kusturo-1229 Arch Terrace
Mark Basi-2127 Princeton Place
Dave Globe-7417 Warner
Bonnie Blume-7321 Bruno
Chris Roach-7301 Bruno
Kurt Kerns-7321 Bruno
Brian McClure-1124 Surrey Hills Dr.
Mike KramerBruce Shumate-1228 Laclede Station Rd.
Jeff Saeger-7732 Lile
Kathi Saeger-7732 Lile
Steve Metherd-24 Berkshire
Mike Mosher-1210 Arch Terrace
In summary, general comments made in favor of the project were as follows:
Opportunity to add attractive, high quality development to community, replaces a
deteriorated and possibly dangerous building(s) whose repurposing would not work
financially or is feasible, long-vacant buildings have not added value to immediate
surrounding residences, drop in City population from 16,000 to approximately 9,000
now, will diminish City and its place in St. Louis County, chance to add new
residents, City has lots to offer, good schools, churches, library, services, turning
down this opportunity will not be progressive for the City, project will spark
redevelopment on Dale Avenue, would be popular with those who work downtown
St. Louis, good access to downtown, impressed with developer and his care &
concern with neighborhood, like new adjustments to the project, supports Master Plan
for area, have been limited chances to produce a quality project here, this is the
opportunity to do so, appears to be a high quality, productive asset to our community,
consistent with the City’s goals and objectives, respect the Plan & Zoning
Commission recommendation (7-2) to approve this project, land acquisition and
demolition are costly and project of this type fits better financially for any developer
to recoup those costs, traffic concerns appear to be minimal, refusal to approve the
project sends wrong message to future developers who consider projects in our City.
(Mayor Beck stated he had been presented with a number of letters, emails from
residents voicing positive opinion of the project that could not be in attendance
tonight and would like to attach the list of names and sample of their letters to this
public record.)
Mayor Beck asked for those who wished to speak against the Boland Place project to
do so. (Audience members presented speaker’s cards to the Mayor; to either speak
direct to the Council or to add their written opinion.)
Rich Doerr-1306 Boland
Mary Kate Morley Ryan-7764 Dale
Mike Barron-7730 Lile
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Marie Boyce-7617 Dale
Chris Anderson-1219A Claytonia Terrace
Toni Schmidt-1614 Yale
Derek Bolden-1308 Boland Place
Mia Elfrink-1221 Arch Terrace
Jay Todd-1307 Claytonia Terrace
Suzanne Mullaney-7590 Warner
Mike Dryden-1230 Boland Place
Tim Day-1215 Sunset
Jim Renz-1234 Boland Place
Adele Carey-7744 Dale Ave
Denny McCabe-1100 Boland Place
Linda Ritter-1223 Claytonia Terrace
Michael Beaudoin-1405 Rankin Drive
Joan Weisberg-11-73 Moorlands Dr. Apt. A
Elizabeth Thoene-7462 Williams Ave.
Jean Gayer-7460 Williams
Dennis Walsh-1116 Ralph Terrace
Claudia Skwiot-1116 Ralph Terrace
In summary, the general comments made against the project were as follows:
Project too large in relation to houses across the street, traffic concerns, traffic will be
too heavy, worry that if the project fails to attract renters the project will deteriorate to
less desirable renters, density, size and scale too large for neighborhood, even
reduced units still does not fit the neighborhood, the renters won’t be invested in the
City and will not contribute to the neighborhood, the footprint of the project is too
large for the size of property, parking concerns as tenants may not always use their
garage, conflicts with zoning requirements, concerns that this will effect leasing of
existing apartments in City, worries the new units coming into City will be too many
for demand, should study area to use this space for park if possible, affect current
home values, the project needs to go back to the Plan & Zoning Commission to
consider changes.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Regular Meeting
January 19, 2016
Mr. Vilcek moved, Ms. Greenwald seconded, a motion for the approval of the
minutes of the Regular Meeting of January 19, 2016. Carried unanimously.
CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
Ms. Hamilton stated the changes to the Boland project would be presented by the
developer this evening, but wanted to note the change in number of units would need
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to be reflected in the Bills presented tonight by amending them to read 187 units vs.
the 203 units which were initially named in the project. Ms. Hamilton stated it is a
reduction in density, rather than an increase in density. Ms. Hamilton asked Mr. Cyr
to present the changes he has made to the project.
Joe Cyr-I.L.I, LLC-reiterated his project will be a legacy asset to the community and
that these new renters would be “renters by choice”, focused on high service and
amenities; dry cleaning service, pet service, maid service, etc. Mr. Cyr said these
renters will be an asset to the City.
Mr. Cyr stated this latest set of changes is due to further engagement with the
community and reviewed the changes to the design; scaled back plans to 187 units
compared to the original and noted the maximum height is 52 ‘at the corner of Dale &
Boland now with a step-back, down from 62’in the original plans along Dale Avenue.
Boland Place height has always been 42’8” tall. Mr. Cyr stated the Boland Place
façade was reduced and now have stepped down segments so that some places are at
32’8” tall.
Mr. Cry stated new changes to the project have adjusted it to 187 units, with 3500 sq.
ft. of retail and continues with almost 400 parking spaces or1.8 spaces per dwelling
unit of parking; more than any project of this type in the Metro area.
Mr. Cyr noted the community wanted more green space at the Little Flower school
area and with the new changes, there will be 1/5 of an acre of green space at the north
end of the project as you come across the bridge over the highway on Boland. Mr.
Cyr stated you will be able to go down to the park area or stay in the upper level
enjoying this new landscaped green space.
Mr. Cyr stated that with the changes, the length of the building itself has been
reduced by 65’, a total of 10% from the original plan; the height was reduced to 52’,
along with an additional 5’setback from the Boland side of the property so it is now in
compliance with the strict R-5 Code. Mr. Cyr discussed the revised floor plans and
displayed a view of the green-space esplanade which was created by taking out 16
units on the northern end.
Mr. Cyr stated he was grateful for the community process and thankful to the
Planning & Zoning Commission for recommending the project by the super majority
and asks Council for their support.
The Boulevard South/Francis Place Redevelopment Phase II
Rob Sherwood, Pace Properties-reviewed the current status of The Boulevard,
created 12 years ago, stating the area shows great success with the restaurants, retail
and apartment living that was the vision of this urban lifestyle project. Mr. Sherwood
stated it needs to be bigger to give it the vitality these places need to thrive.
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Mr. Sherwood stated the second phase was delayed due to the 2008 recession and was
impossible to get it started but as things are now recovering, it is time to renew the
effort to finish the project.
Mr. Sherwood described the continuation of The Boulevard; noting it will contain
100,000 sq. ft. of retail, restaurant, fashion, food, furniture, much like the first Phase.
There will be an additional169 residential units and will continue the same concept of
current architecture now in place. The new development will include more amenities,
including a pool, health club, etc. and the combined apartments will make it easier to
maintain and spread the costs of running the apartment part of the complex.
Mr. Sherwood described the new area as a continuation of the walkability of “Main
Street”, with buildings on both sides, structured parking, and noted the new retail
component will help drive success of the original Boulevard.
Mr. Sherwood spoke of the tax yield of Phase I when the TIF bonds are paid off. Mr.
Sherwood stated the study showed that when paid off, the Clayton School District
alone would be receiving $2.00 sq. ft. of land compared to the Galleria which
contributes $.92 sq. ft. of land to the school district so you can see the density and
land uses contributes productivity.
Mr. Sherwood stated the total amount of TIF and TDD that is proposed is $18.68
million compared to the almost $21 million supported in 2007. This is a restart of
what was approved in 2007 so the full 23 year period is available for amortization.
Mr. Sherwood explained that in the original redevelopment plan there was a portion
named RPA 3 at the very south end which had $5.5 million TIF allocated but is no
longer in the proposal, so the total TIF has been reduced considerably.
Mr. Sherwood stated Prudential, their current investor will be leaving the project and
Pace is searching for a new investor which is why it is crucial to begin the current
process.
Mr. Vilcek asked what the occupancy rate is for the current apartment units.
Mr. Sherwood stated it is in the mid-90% for the 74 units.
Mr. Sebben asked about certain projections by the Clayton School District that were
different than what Pace was projecting and noted the District’s concerns of potential
increasing student enrollment with the new residential component of the project. Mr.
Sebben asked if there were any safeguards to help protect the school district.
Mr. Sherwood stated there were not many CSD children over the years in Phase I,
perhaps 2-4. Mr. Sherwood noted the new apartment facilities will be approximately
100 sq. ft. less per unit so there will not be units that would hold a great number of
children.
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Mr. Sherwood stated he is working with the Clayton School Board and some ideas
are being discussed. Mr. Sherwood noted about $130,000 in taxes are going to the
District at this time with the taxes that are currently in place for both Phases.
Ms. Hamilton stated the blight and cost benefit analysis won’t be presented in detail
tonight, but Larry Marks, Development Strategies gave a brief summary.
Larry Marks-Development Strategies
Mr. Marks noted the 5 acre project was declared blighted in 2003 and is essentially
still blighted as before; the project conforms to the City’s Comprehensive Plan and
should be completed probably 18-19 years.
Mr. Marks reviewed briefly the Cost Benefit Analysis, noting the entire project area
is generating in the neighborhood of about $378,000 a year in taxes and over the life
of project -23 years-if it goes that long, and will be in the neighborhood of $57
million of taxes generated, for an additional $2.5 million per year average for the 23
year period.
Mr. Marks explained the current taxes received and spoke that after the TIF is paid
off, the City would realize about $920,000 a year that would be generated by this
project.
Mr. Marks stated that currently on Phase II, the school district receives in the
neighborhood about $80,000 a year which will continue to be paid, even with no
students. Mr. Marks stated the school district would receive estimated $870,000
when the TIF project is complete, probably less than the 23 years. Mr. Marks stated
the other taxing jurisdictions are currently receiving their share now and will receive
more at the end of the TIF period.
Council had no questions or comments.
Petition #2016-01, Third Man Development,
Hany Abounader President & Klitzing Welsch & Grimes
Consulting, seek Site Plan Review to renovate property
at 1155 S. Big Bend Boulevard.
Ms. Hamilton stated the Plan & Zoning Commission had heard Petition #2016-01 at
their meeting on January 21, 2016 to renovate 1155 S. Big Bend Boulevard, the old
Hi-Fi-Fo Fum building by demolishing a portion of the structure and renovating the
remainder. Ms. Hamilton asked if the Council wished to call the Petition up for
review.
The Council stated they would not call the Petition up for review and approved the
Petition as presented.
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Paul Lore-7712 Lile Avenue-asked to address Council regarding the Boland Place
Apartment project.
Mayor Beck stated he would allow Mr. Lore’s comments but noted they are outside
the agenda protocol and did not wish to set a precedent.
Mr. Lore stated the majority of the audience here tonight was opposed to the Boland
project. Mr. Lore stated after two P & Z meetings and two council meetings, there
was a majority of the citizens who spoke against the project. Mr. Lore stated with the
developer’s revised plan, it needs to go back to the Plan & Zoning Commission under
Sec. 405.260 regarding revisions that need to be approved by the Commission. Mr.
Lore stated progress should be judged how it fits into a neighborhood and how people
embrace the project.
Mr. Finney asked Mr. Lore when a previous project of 36 units was proposed for the
A. B. Green School some time ago when you were a member of the Council, whose
effort was it that killed that particular project.
Mr. Lore stated he remembered the project; and recalled they were going to put
another level on top of the current A. B. Green School, making it too tall so the
Council as a whole rejected it. Mr. Lore stated he feels zoning regulations are now
being ignored.
Mr. Finney stated that actually the project was withdrawn by the developer and never
voted on by the Council, due to objections by a member of the Council.
Mr. Lore stated he could not recall the details.
CITY ATTORNEY’S REPORT
Mr. Heinz stated that on the three Bills regarding the Boland apartments, they will
need to be amended very slightly to reflect the change to 187 units rather than the
original 203 units.
BILLS PREVIOUSLY INTRODUCED
Bill No. 5457; second reading
Approves changes of zoning classification of
certain parcels of property at 1301, 1313, 1319 & 1325
Boland Place from Single-Family Residential R3
to Planned Development Mixed Use District.
Mr. Vilcek moved, Mr. Finney seconded, a motion to amend Bill No. 5457 to reflect
the change to the number of apartments in the project to 187. Carried unanimously.
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Mr. Vilcek moved, Ms. Greenwald seconded, a motion for the second reading of Bill
No. 5457 (as amended). Carried unanimously. Bill No. 5457 (as amended) was
presented and read.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 4788, THE MUNICIPAL
CODE OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND HEIGHTS, MISSOURI; CHAPTER 405
ZONING REGULATIONS; AMENDING THE DISTRICT MAP BY CHANGING
THE ZONING CLASSIFICATION OF A CERTAIN PARCEL OF PROPERTY,
GENERALLY LOCATED AT 1301, 1313, 1319, AND 1325 BOLAND PLACE IN
THE CITY OF RICHMOND HEIGHTS, MISSOURI FROM SINGLE FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL R3 TO PLANNED DEVELOPMENT MIXED USE DISTRICT TO
ALLOW FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A 187 UNIT MULTI-FAMILY
COMMUNITY WITH ADDITION OF GROUND FLOOR RETAIL SPACE
ALONG DALE AVENUE.
The Council offered their comments on the proposed project:
Mr. Casey thanked the citizens who had come out who have spoken both in favor
and opposition of the project and welcomed the involvement that has taken place.
Mr. Casey noted that the Council has observed often were meetings with not one
single citizen in attendance when the Council was considering things. Mr. Casey
stated perhaps that was a testament to the great city we have; a great City Manager,
Department Heads that do a great job of weeding out bad projects, ideas, etc. that the
Council never sees.
Mr. Casey stated he has been stressed by this project; having good friends, neighbors,
etc. on both sides of the issue, for and against. Mr. Casey said he knew that some
may be upset/angry with him but he has decided to approve the project. Mr. Casey
said it came down to a few things-he has concerns about the future of the City and he
observes a depressed street along Dale with distressed properties and vacant lots. Mr.
Casey stated the City has considered the revitalization of Dale Avenue, we did have a
plan - this project is almost exactly what was recommended in the Study that we
commissioned in 2008.
Mr. Casey stated that in the 6 years he has been on Council, the Council has never
voted against a Plan & Zoning Commission recommendation; feels it is an unhealthy
practice to do so now. Mr. Casey stated that if Council goes against the people
charged to review these projects, something that is in keeping with our
Comprehensive Plan, we are setting a very bad precedent and if this project fails, we
may go another 10-15 years without a developer wanting to touch any project here.
Mr. Casey stated he has considered this very carefully, every point and kept an open
mind about the project.
Mr. Finney stated he agreed with most of what Mr. Casey has said. Mr. Finney said
he appreciated all the opinions expressed, that is what the process is about. Mr.
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Finney stated he wanted to address in particular, just as Ms. Provaznik stated in her
comments, that we should do this discourse in the proper manner, without
disrespecting each other, have a civil discourse. Mr. Finney stated we should not put
in “fear-mongering” and misinformation and accusations. We are better than that.
Mr. Finney wishes for proper discourse.
Mr. Vilcek stated he also would like to thank the residents for attending the meetings
and felt it was encouraging to see the interest taken with regard to the development on
Boland. Mr. Vilcek thanked Mr. Cyr for selecting Richmond Heights as a location for
his project. Mr. Vilcek stated Mr. Cyr has been extremely forthcoming in describing
his proposal to Council, Staff and especially the residents of the City. Mr. Cry has
been readily available to answer questions/concerns about this project.
Mr. Vilcek also acknowledged the great work our Planning & Zoning Commission
has done; noting the volunteer citizens perform a valuable task in vetting out the
many projects that come before them.
Mr. Vilcek stated he had listened to many residents, both who support or oppose the
project. The future of our City depends on actions taken by elected officials along
with City Staff and their Boards. Mr. Vilcek stated he did not get into politics to
make friends, got into politics to make a difference. Mr. Vilcek stated he had listened
to all points of view and as an elected official, and it is my responsibility to see this
community prosper and work for the greater good of the community that we serve.
Mr. Vilcek stated he feels we cannot allow property to allow sitting vacant for years,
deteriorating -12 years since a development proposal has come forward for the A. B.
Green School. Mr. Vilcek stated if we reject this proposal, will we have to wait
another 12 years for a development to come along. Mr. Vilcek stated it’s easy to
making the best decisions for the betterment of all citizens; some might not like the
decisions, but have learned you cannot make everyone happy, but make most
comfortable. Mr. Vilcek stated he feels he must support this development as a future
of our community depends on strong economic and population growth that this
project represents and in keeping with our City slogan, “Progress with Tradition”.
Mr. Jacknewitz stated he felt it impressive to see the number of people here who
spoke both for and against the project. Mr. Jacknewitz stated he had tried to look at
the project for what it will do for Richmond Heights today and in the future. Mr.
Jacknewitz stated he looked at what the P & Z Commission had recommended and
listened to many people in person, phone calls, and letters, both for and against. As a
citizen, not as a council person, I started as a renter here and ended buying a home I
liked and now own a second home in Richmond Heights. Mr. Jacknewitz stated this
project, while it is not in my front yard, it is in my back yard and can see the project
area. I am sensitive to all of this, but that said, I am in favor of the project, it is a
positive for Richmond Heights.
Ms. Greenwald stated she has been a council member for 12 years and haven’t seen
a developer come before Council with such a clear and concise picture of a
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development for our whole community. Ms. Greenwald stated it fits the Plan we have
and think it will be a catalyst for our corner property and properties along Dale
Avenue. Ms. Greenwald stated that someone asked how do you vote on something
like this; Ms. Greenwald stated your heart starts pounding and know you are going to
make some enemies, lose some friends maybe and anger some people, but make some
happy as well. That is how difficult it is being up here sometimes. Ms. Greenwald
stated someone stated to her that this project represents an “invitation” to the City of
Richmond Heights, an invitation to a different type of occupant, a new breed of
resident and that is what we need to offer in our community, so I am voting for the
project.
Megan Moylan stated she has also listened to a lot of residents, heard their opinions,
taken many phone calls, emails, etc. Ms. Moylan has heard the opposition but has
also heard a lot of support too for the project which is not as obvious as what was
presented at the meetings. Ms. Moylan stated she feels this is the right type of
development for Richmond Heights and think it is going to bring a vibrancy and life
to Dale Avenue that is sorely needed.
Mayor Beck stated the Council has always been a great Council, taking everything
very seriously and there is a lot of work to be done when working your way through a
project like this. Mayor Beck stated the Council respects the Plan & Zoning
Commission very much and also don’t remember turning over anything the P & Z
Commission has recommended. Mayor Beck stated he feels you have heard from the
majority of the Council that they can accept this project and that it will do well for the
City. Mayor Beck stated he thought Mr. Cyr had done a great job with his
presentation of the project. Mayor Beck said he concedes that he feels the project is
large for the area, but I will work hard to make the project work whatever way the
vote goes for this project.
Mayor Beck asked for a vote of approval of Bill No. 5457 (as amended). AYES: Ms.
Greenwald, Mr. Jacknewitz, Ms. Moylan, Mr. Sebben, Mr. Notter, Mr. Casey, Mr.
Finney, Mr. Vilcek. NAYS: Mayor Beck. 8 AYES – 1 NAY.
Mayor Beck declared Bill No. 5457 (as amended), approved.
Bill No. 5458; second reading
Approves Site Plan Review, Preliminary &
Final Development Plan petitioned by I.L.I., LLC,
to allow the construction of a Mixed-Use 203 Unit MultiFamily Community on property located at 1301, 1313, 1319,
and 1325 Boland Place.
Mr. Vilcek moved, Ms. Greenwald seconded, a motion to amend Bill No. 5458 to
reflect the change to the number of apartments in the project to 187. Carried
unanimously.
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Mr. Vilcek moved, Mr. Finney seconded, a motion for the second reading of Bill No.
5458 (as amended). Carried unanimously. Bill No. 5458 (as amended) was presented
and read.
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A SITE PLAN REVIEW, AND A
PRELIMINARY AND FINAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN PETITIONED BY I.L.I.,
LLC TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF A MIXED-USE 187 UNIT MULTIFAMILY COMMUNITY ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1301, 1313, 1319, AND
1325 BOLAND PLACE IN THE CITY OF RICHMOND HEIGHTS, MISSOURI.
Mayor Beck asked for a vote of approval of Bill No. 5458 (as amended). AYES: Mr.
Jacknewitz, Ms. Moylan, Ms. Greenwald, Mr. Casey, Mr. Sebben, Mr. Vilcek, Mr.
Notter, Mr. Finney and Mayor Beck. NAYS: None.
Mayor Beck declared Bill No. 5458 (as amended), approved.
Bill No. 5459; second reading
Approves Lot Consolidation of several lots of
contiguous property described as all of
Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, & 9 and part of Lots 10, 11, 12, and 13
and that part of the alley now vacated in Block 2 of Strodtman’s
Addition in the City of Richmond Heights, MO.
Mr. Vilcek moved, Ms. Greenwald seconded, a motion to amend Bill No. 5459 to
reflect the change to the number of apartments in the project to 187. Carried
unanimously.
Mr. Vilcek moved, Mr. Finney seconded, a motion for the second reading of Bill No.
5459 (as amended). Carried unanimously. Bill No. 5458 (as amended) was presented
and read.
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT FOR LOT
CONSOLIDATION, THEREBY COMBINING SEVERAL LOTS OF
CONTIGUOUS PROPERTY AS DESCRIBED HEREIN, ALL OF LOTS 1, 2, 3, 4,
5, 6, 7, 8, 9, AND PART OF LOTS 10, 11, 12, & 13 AND THAT PART OF THE
ALLEY NOW VACATED IN BLOCK 2 OF STRODTMAN’S ADDITION IN THE
CITY OF RICHMOND HEIGHTS, MISSOURI, TO ALLOW THESE TRACTS OF
LAND TO BECOME NEW “CONSOLIDATED LOT 1” TO FULFILL APPROVED
SITE PLAN, PRELIMINARY AND FINAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF A MIXED-USE, 187 UNIT, MULTI-FAMILY
COMMUNITY KNOWN AS BOLAND PLACE APARTMENTS.
Mayor Beck asked for a vote of approval of Bill No. 5459 (as amended). AYES: Mr.
Notter, Mr. Finney, Ms. Greenwald, Mr. Vilcek, Mr. Sebben, Mr. Jacknewitz, Mr.
Casey, Ms. Moylan and Mayor Beck. NAYS: None.
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Mayor Beck declared Bill No. 5459 (as amended), approved.
INTRODUCTION OF NEW BILLS
Bill No. 5460; first reading
Authorizes and directs Missouri Department of Revenue
to resume application & collection of local sales tax on
the titling of motor vehicles, trailers, boats and outboard
motors that were purchased from a source other than a
licensed Missouri dealer.
Mr. Vilcek moved, Mr. Finney seconded, a motion for the first reading of Bill No.
5460. Carried unanimously. Bill No. 5460 was presented and read.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND HEIGHTS, MISSOURI,
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF
REVENUE TO RESUME APPLICATION AND COLLECTION OF THE LOCAL
SALES TAX ON THE TITLING OF MOTOR VEHICLES, TRAILERS, BOATS,
AND OUTBOARD MOTORS THAT WERE PURCHASED FROM A SOURCE
OTHER THAN A LICENSED MISSOURI DEALER.
Bill No. 5460 was laid over to the next meeting.
Bill No. 5461; first reading
Authorizes the installation of one new fire hydrant
At 8825 Eager Road at the Stonecrest at Clayton View
Development.
Mr. Vilcek moved, Mr. Finney seconded, a motion for the first reading of Bill No.
5461. Carried unanimously. Bill No. 5461 was presented and read.
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE INSTALLATION OF ONE (1) NEW
FIRE HYDRANT AT 8825 EAGER ROAD AT THE STONECREST AT
CLAYTON VIEW DEVELOPMENT IN THE CITY OF RICHMOND HEIGHTS,
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MISSOURI.
Bill No. 5461 was laid over to the next meeting.
Bill No. 5462; first reading
Approves the 2015 Amendment: Redevelopment Plan for
Francis Place Redevelopment Area and authorizing
certain actions related thereto.
Mr. Vilcek moved, Mr. Finney seconded, a motion for the first reading of Bill No.
5462. Carried unanimously. Bill No. 5462 was presented and read.
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE 2015 AMENDMENT: REDEVELOPMENT PLAN
FOR THE FRANCIS PLACE REDEVELOPMENT AREA AND AUTHORIZING
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CERTAIN ACTIONS RELATED THERETO.
Bill No. 5462 was laid over to the next meeting.
Bill N. 5463; first reading
Designates a portion of the City of Richmond Heights,
MO as a Redevelopment Area; approving The Boulevard
South Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Redevelopment Plan
and the Redevelopment Project described therein;
adopting Tax Increment Financing with respect thereto;
and authorizing certain actions by City officials.
Mr. Vilcek moved, Ms. Greenwald seconded, a motion for the first reading of Bill
No. 5463. Carried unanimously. Bill No. 5463 was presented and read.
AN ORDINANCE DESIGNATING A PORTION OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND
HEIGHTS, MISSOURI, AS A REDEVELOPMENT AREA; APPROVING THE
BOULEVARD SOUTH TAX INCREMENT FINANCING (TIF) REDEVELOPMENT
PLAN AND THE REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT DESCRIBED THEREIN; MAKING
FINDINGS RELATED THERETO; ADOPTING TAX INCREMENT FINANCING WITH
RESPECT THERETO; AND AUTHORIZING CERTAIN ACTIONS BY CITY
OFFICIALS.
Bill No. 5463 was laid over to the next meeting.
RESOLUTIONS
None.
CITIZEN’S COMMENTS NO. 2
Ken Gurney-1107-Yale Avenue-stated he welcomed the tax money that would be
coming in in 23 years.
Susan Buse-Clayton School District-stated she want to respond to the financial
numbers presented on behalf of Pace; she stated the numbers presented don’t seem to
be consistent with what the School District will actually get and the State formulas as
calculated for funding will not get any increase in taxes or revenues based on plans
being proposed. Ms. Buse stated they have always gotten the base money, but with
the development and all these numbers flying around, the school is not getting that.
Ms. Buse stated the number of children that could come to the District is just a guess.
Ms. Buse feels with the increase in the number of apartments in the project, the
Clayton School District will draw people with children to it. Ms. Buse stated she
hoped additional support could be allocated to our classrooms. Ms. Buse stated that
there will be at least 23 years before this investment comes back to our schools.
Mayor Beck stated that one of the things that has been discussed that this Phase II
project allows Phase I to be more successful and generate more dollars which would
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get more funds to you faster by at least 2023 which could mean an additional
$300,000+ a year.
Ms. Buse stated that we have been getting base property taxes from that property for
some years and despite the development, not received an increase. There have been
3-5 children per year, but not received any incremental tax increases to go with that.
Patrick Dolan-1259 Boland-thanked the Council for what they do for the City, all is
done for public service without much compensation.
Audience member: Is the School District getting any money now?
Ms. Hamilton stated that yes, they receive $80,000 now until the debt is paid off.
Adjournment
With no further business to come before the meeting, at approximately 9:41 p.m., Mr.
Vilcek moved, Mr. Finney seconded, a motion to adjourn. Carried unanimously.
Mayor Beck declared the meeting, adjourned.
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PATRICIA S. VILLMER
DEPUTY CITY CLERK
APPROVAL:
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Attachment of names from letters, emails, received by Mayor and Council &
Staff wishing to voice approval of the Boland Apartment project.
David Glore
Be & Scott Pollared-7525 Wise Avenue
Bob Paletta-7567 Hoover
Eric Armbrecht-1259 Arch Terrace
Dan Schibig-1237 Boland Place
Grace Bone-1233 Arch Terrace
Julie Parsell-7301 Bruno Avenue
Bonnie Blume-7321 Bruno Avenue
Resident at 7301 Bruno Avenue
Collins PrintingPatrick McKayDon Perkins
Nicille Lovelady
Barbara Bowman
Michael Bowman
Travis Liebig-#5 Berkshire Dr.
Steve Metherd
Elizabeth Gangl-1200 Woodland Dr.
Signature unreadable
Signature unreadable
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Sample of letter received:
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