Housing, Urban Development and Zoning Committee Meeting

Overview

Description

This Board of Aldermen committee meeting will be held in person in the Kennedy Room – St. Louis City Hall. There will not be a Zoom Link. 

The Board of Aldermen continues to encourage observing COVID-19 safety protocols in the office and during in person meetings, when transmission rates are high. Those who wish to wear a mask are encouraged to do so. The wearing of a mask is optional.

You may watch the meeting live via the web @ www.stltv.net  

You may also watch the meeting live on Youtube@https://youtube.com/CityofStLouisMO    

STL TV PLAYBACK TIMES FOR THE FULL BOARD OF ALDERMEN MEETINGS 

MONDAY THRU SUNDAY @ 2:00 am
MONDAY THRU SUNDAY @ 10:00 am
MONDAY THRU SUNDAY @ 4:00 pm
MONDAY THRU SUNDAY @ 10:00 pm

On Charter Cable with digital box (Channel 992) 

On AT&T U-Verse Channel 99

Those with Disabilities

Individuals with disabilities, who may need sign language interpreters, written materials in alternative formats, or other accommodations should make a request to kennedyt@stlouis-mo.gov or call 314-589-6845 at least 48 hours before the meeting.

The committee will meet to review and take public comment on the following:

Board of Aldermen Rule 34 - Public Hearing Procedures

After the presentation of a bill, resolution, or topic for discussion by City Officials or invited guests at a Committee Meeting, the proponents and the opponents of said bill or resolution shall be heard alternately, and public comment on the topic for discussion shall be heard. If the hearing is set in person, all persons who wish to testify at a public hearing shall sign a list which shall be made available by the Chair of the Committee at least one-half hour before the announced time of the hearing. If the hearing is held via electronic communication, all persons who wish to testify may, but are not required to sign up in advance. Registered persons shall be called upon first, followed by participants who request to testify during the hearing.

The initial presentation of any witness shall be no longer than five minutes except with the permission of the Committee Chair, but any witness may respond to questions by members of the Committee for an additional period of time to be determined by the Committee Chair; and any witness may submit written testimony to the Committee at any time prior to the conclusion of the hearing on the bill.

Written Comments

Written comments to be shared with members of the Board may be emailed to the Board of Aldermen Clerk - Mr. Terry Kennedy at: kennedyt@stlouis-mo.gov.  They may also be mailed through the US Postal Service or dropped off. They should be addressed to: Mr. Terry Kennedy, Clerk, St. Louis Board of Aldermen, St. Louis City Hall 1200 Market Street Room 230, St. Louis Mo. 63103.

Board Bills

Board Bill Number 130
Introduced by Alderwoman Cara Spencer

This Board Bill seeks to approve a Chapter 99 Redevelopment Plan and Blighting Study for the Locust St./ North 6th St./ Pine St./ North 7th St. Redevelopment Area. The proposed Bill also allows for use of eminent domain within the area for all properties except for 622 Olive St. This Board Bill will allow for up to a 20-year tax abatement at 95 percent.

Board Bill Number 137
Introduced by Alderman Shane Cohn

This Board Bill seeks to approve a Chapter 99 Redevelopment Plan and Blighting Study for the 4132 South Compton Ave. Redevelopment Area. The project consists of the renovation of a single-family home in the Dutchtown neighborhood. The prospective redeveloper acquired the property from LRA and plans on renovating the home consisting of 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms at the cost of $350,000. The redeveloper plans to utilize private funds for this project and State Historic Credits. The house will be owner occupied. Based on the Recommended Abatement Map approved October 26, 2018 by Board of Aldermen Resolution 104, the staff recommends a 10-year tax abatement based on 95 percent of the assessed value of the incremental improvements.

Board Bill Number 138
Introduced by Alderwoman Laura Keys

This Board Bill seeks to approve a Chapter 99 Redevelopment Plan and Blighting Study for the 3041 Locust Blvd. Redevelopment Area. This Area has a parcel that includes a commercial building that is in the Midtown Neighborhood. The property in the Area is currently blighted and is in a deteriorated condition that constitutes an economic liability to the City. The building was purchased for $1.1 million. The prospective redeveloper plans on renovating the commercial building at 3041 Locust St. into 8 apartments and 5,800 sf for offices for the approximate cost of $4.7 million including acquisition. Private financing and historic tax credits will be sought to finance the project. This Board Bill includes no use of eminent domain and ten (10) year tax abatement based on 75 percent of the assessed value of the incremental improvements.

Board Bill Number 143
Introduced by Alderwoman Shameem Clark Hubbard, Daniela Velazquez, President Megan E Green

An Ordinance recommended by the Board of Estimate and Apportionment amending Ordinance Number 71393, Ordinance Number 71504 and Ordinance Number 71554 by re-appropriating certain amounts specified herein in an aggregate amount of $5,823,010.47 for other purposes; and with an emergency clause.

Contacts and Location