12-20-16 BOA Minutes December 20, 2016 Page 3 of 5 installed at the proper time, a hole in the backyard that was a safety hazard, and mud created from a front yard project which should have required a silt fence. She feels that the window impinges on their property by looking over their pool therefore invading their privacy. Mayor Sanger stated that he recognizes the passion involved and that the Board of Aldermen is not the Housing Court. The issues Ms. Hoffman speaks of are issues that would come back through the system and be resolved through the City’s systems of dealing with those issues. He is sorry that she is not happy with the way things are dealt with, but what is before the Board tonight is whether or not the Thompsons can have a window. he explained that living in an “urban” area with 50 foot lots the vast majority of houses have windows that people can see one yard or another from including your own yard. Mayor Sanger explained that the window was approved administratively by the City through the proper “channels”. There are items/issues that are approved by the City Manager that neither the Board nor the Planning Commission would see or review because they are deemed to be not major changes. A change of a person wanting to have a window that overlooks their backyard is not a major change and they cannot administrate line of site, no one owns the “air” above the fence.

There are items/issues that are approved by the City Manager that neither the Board nor the Planning Commission would see or review because they are deemed to be not major changes. A change of a person wanting to have a window that overlooks their backyard is not a major change and they cannot administrate line of site, no one owns the “air” above the fence. Mayor Sanger expressed that he is sympathetic and is very sorry that the neighbors do not get along, there is a history of the issues and he will not go into who is right or who is wrong. What is before the Board tonight is to make a determination as to whether the window that was approved administratively was appropriate or not. Ms. Hoffman commented on the property violation notice that they recently received with regard to their home and that she has spoken with Susan Istenes. She asks that the neighbors stop the issue of “tit-for-tat” which is wrong and upsetting and no one needs the stress. Mayor Sanger stated that it is typical in the community that requests for property inspections are received from neighbors which is not an unusual circumstance. He noted that Ms. Istenes would not enforce the violation until the weather is cooperative. Ms. Hoffman confirmed that she has already spoken with Ms. Istenes. Ms. Hoffman thanked the Mayor and Board of Aldermen.

12-20-16 BOA Minutes December 20, 2016 Page 4 of 5 sidewalk/roadway improvements to behind-the-scenes initiatives including strategic planning and software upgrades. In response to Alderman Boulton’s question with regard to the elevator project, City Manager Owens stated that both elevators will be worked on at the same time. In response to Alderman Berkowitz’s question with regard to the St. Louis County courts project, City Manager Owens confirmed that the tree grates have been installed. Alderman Garnholz commented that Meramec Avenue is now open in both directions. In response to Alderman Lintz’s question regarding staffing in the Planning Department, City Manager Owens confirmed that they have interviewed and extended an offer of employment to Anna Krane, a CHS graduate, for the planner position. In response to Alderman Boulton’s question regarding the Apogee project, City Manager Owens explained that the Apogee project is on the list in error. In response to Mayor Sanger’s question, City Manager Owens stated that the Passport Parking App will go live in January. In response to Alderman Berkowitz’s question, City Manager Owens confirmed that the City is offering free parking for a year for up to three people who sign up during a certain period of time. In response to Alderman Lintz’s question, City Manager Owens stated that “ambassador” training is scheduled for the new parking features. In response to Alderman Mayor’s question regarding the design buildout of 10 S. Brentwood Boulevard, City Manager Owens stated that a request for proposals has been created and is moving forward.

In response to Alderman Mayor’s question regarding the design buildout of 10 S. Brentwood Boulevard, City Manager Owens stated that a request for proposals has been created and is moving forward. In response to Alderman Berkowitz’s question with regard to the restructuring of the courts as required by the State Statutes, City Manager Owens stated that staff had a meeting with the city attorney, judge, and prosecuting attorney and reviewed the items that needed to be addressed and performed a self-evaluation of compliance. Everyone agreed that the City is in compliance on a majority of the issues and issues that need to be updated they will send a plan and letter from Judge Dulle to the supervising judge stating how the City will gain compliance. In response to Mayor Sanger’s question regarding the bike path presentation, Alderman Boulton stated that she would like to review the old bike plan and see if there is any low cost items that can be implemented (i.e. bike marking, wayfinding) especially as it relates to the Brentwood Boulevard resurfacing. She felt that the presentation was a good idea in order for the Board to become more educated. She feels it would be worth it to become part of a larger regional bike sharing plan. Alderman Berger commented that bike marking is not that simple in terms of the opinions of some residents (i.e. Polo Subdivision) and drawing lines on the streets does not ensure safety. Other

Alderman Garnholz expressed birthday greetings to Alderman Berger.