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Crestwood Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting – August 26, 2025

Board of Aldermen & Boards — Wednesday, August 27, 2025
BodyCrestwood, Missouri
SessionBoard of Aldermen & Boards
DateWednesday, August 27, 2025
StatusFILED
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1:04

Okay, it's 7 p.m.

1:06

I call this uh August 26th, 2025 Ward of All Remedian Order.

1:10

If you could please join me in the Pledge of Allegiance.

1:12

I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible with liberty and justice for all.

1:27

Alderman Zavist.

1:29

Excuse.

1:30

Alderman Morrison.

1:33

Alderman Bow Ballis.

1:35

Here.

1:35

All the person now.

1:37

Here.

1:37

Alderman Hall.

1:39

Here.

1:39

Alderman Maybe?

1:41

Here.

1:41

Alderman Sebin.

1:43

Here.

1:43

Alderwoman Jadella.

1:45

Excuse.

1:46

All right.

1:46

So you have six or here, Your Honor.

1:48

You have a quorum.

1:49

Very good.

1:49

Thank you.

1:50

And our presentations, communications, and appointments, we have a few items.

1:53

Uh first of which is the oath of office for police officer Travis Huddleston and Oath of Office for Police Officer John Polster.

2:00

Chief Williams, you could please uh make that happen.

2:03

Yes.

2:08

These are our two newest officers of the police department.

2:10

Uh also is actually around since you're right.

2:18

So worked out for everything's on today.

2:19

So uh and then John just came over a couple weeks ago.

2:22

Um both had experience, both are going to be fantastic conditions uh for our community.

2:27

Um both had some leadership experience and all that, so we're uh excited to have them here with the Crestwood Police Department and looking forward to see what they can do for our community.

2:35

So Helen, now it's your time.

2:46

Do you, Travis Huddleston, and John Polster solemnly swear that you possess all the qualifications prescribed by the charter and the ordinances of the city of Crestwood, Missouri for the position of police officer, that you will support and uphold the Constitution of the United States, the Constitution of the State of Missouri, the provisions of all laws of this state affecting charter cities, the charter and the ordinances of the city of Crestwood, Missouri, and that you will faithfully perform the duties of a police officer of the city of Crestwood.

3:18

I do.

3:19

Congratulations.

3:37

Moving right along, we have a stormwater master plan.

3:43

Well, I I apologize.

3:48

Very good.

3:49

Jacob Bow.

3:50

All right.

3:51

Sorry, Jacob.

3:53

That was a close one.

3:58

We have Jacob Bauer.

4:00

Jacob comes to us.

4:12

We're proud to have you on board.

4:14

And we'll take your oath now, sir.

4:21

Alright?

4:23

Do you take a bow as a firefighter paramedic of the Creswood Fire Department?

4:28

Hereby declare that you will support the Constitution of the United States, the Constitution of the State of Missouri, and the charter of the City of Creswood, and that you will faithfully, honestly, and impartially discharge the duties of firefire paramedic of the city of Crestwood's Fire Department, and that you pledge to take carry out the duties of firefire paramedics to the best of your ability.

4:51

And you will honor and respect the mission, goals, purpose, and policies of the City of Crestwood's fire department.

5:00

And do you pledge to promote and protect the best interest of the city of Crestwood through fiscal responsibility, honesty, integrity, and loyalty, and that you will never allow your personal feelings or danger to self deter you from the responsibilities as a fire?

5:15

And will you at all times respect the property and rights of all?

5:19

And recognize the badge of your office as a symbol of public faith and trust.

5:24

And we'll remain true to the essence of fire circuits.

5:27

And do you now accept the self-imposed and self-enforced obligation as your responsibility?

5:34

And make these promises so solemnly, freely, and upon your honor.

5:38

I do.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
Procedural█████████████████████21%
Engineering And Infrastructure█████████████13%
Transportation Safety█████████████13%
Water And Wastewater Management████████████12%
Public Safety████████8%
Cannabis Regulation███████7%
Public Engagement███████7%
Affordable Housing██████6%
Parks and Recreation██████6%
Summary of Proceedings

Crestwood Board of Aldermen Regular Meeting – August 26, 2025

The Crestwood Board of Aldermen met on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at 7:00 PM in the Aldermanic Chambers. All six aldermen were present, establishing a quorum. The meeting included presentations, public hearings on four items, public comment, approval of a consent agenda, and discussion of future issues.

Presentations & Communications

  • Oaths of Office: Police Officers Travis Huddleston and John Polster, and Firefighter Paramedic Jacob Bauer were sworn in.
  • Stormwater Master Plan Presentation: Steve Randall of Horner & Shifrin presented a 555-page updated Stormwater Master Plan, covering 30 specific locations across three watersheds (Kirkwood Creek, Mulberry Creek, and Gravel Creek). The plan provides conceptual cost estimates totaling approximately $7 million and prioritizes projects based on risk (flooding, erosion) and solution cost. Key discussion points included: ranking methodology (MSD-based with increased weight on catastrophic failure), two projects (MC6 and GC3) where home floodproofing was proposed instead of creek mitigation, and the recommendation to delete MC15 as completed. Alderman also noted code enforcement opportunities on MC23 and MC24 where homeowner modifications blocked inlets.
  • Resolution to Adopt Stormwater Master Plan: The board voted to strike MC15 (completed) and directed staff and the consultant to add alternative cost estimates for mitigation on MC6 and GC3. The report was approved unanimously (6-0).

Public Hearings

  • CUP-2-25 – Turkish American Intercultural Educational Foundation (TAIEF): Granted a Conditional Use Permit to operate an assembly-limited facility at 9201 Watson Road in the C-1 district. The application was unanimously recommended by Planning & Zoning. The ordinance passed on first and second reading by 6-0.
  • Text Amendment – Marijuana Facility Hours: Ordinance amending Section 26-76 to allow the Board to grant extended operating hours on a case-by-case basis (default remains 8am-9pm). Passed unanimously (6-0) after public hearing.
  • CUP-3-25 – Proper Cannabis Amended CUP: Granted an amended CUP to operate a comprehensive marijuana dispensary at 9933 Watson Road, extending hours to 10pm. The applicant cited no police issues. Passed unanimously (6-0).
  • Text Amendment – Temporary Signs: Ordinance to amend the sign code (Article VII) to clarify regulations on temporary signs. After the public hearing, the board voted to postpone consideration to the second meeting in September (6-0).

Public Comments & Testimony

  • Nick Mulloy (9653 Twin Crest): Requested a sign for northbound traffic on Sappington at Twin Crest due to multiple stop-light violations. Staff will coordinate with the Police Chief and Public Works.
  • Victor Alston (representing developer of 8800 Watson Road): Expressed readiness to proceed with a 300-unit apartment project (demo contractor in place, $8M already invested) and requested either confirmation of existing zoning or a streamlined re-zoning process.
  • Jerry Harris (926 Leewood Drive): Asked for reconsideration of installing mini-roundabouts on Liggett, citing support from 38 households.
  • Kevin Deptula (Builders Block Contracting): Spoke in favor of the 8800 Watson development, emphasizing the need for diverse housing options.
  • Mike Burkhart (VE Design): Stated architectural plans are complete for the 8800 Watson project.
  • Renata Mariati (Attorny for developer): Encouraged the board to take a careful, thoughtful approach to the 8800 Watson proposal.
  • Corey Albers (Demo contractor for Lux Group): Stated the demolition bid for 8800 Watson was approximately $1 million.

Items Removed from Consent Agenda

  • Traffic Calming Policy Amendment: Alderman maybe proposed an amendment to allow the Board of Aldermen (in addition to staff) discretion to expand the survey zone beyond the proposed street. After discussion on operational implementation, the board voted to postpone the entire item to the second meeting in September (September 23, 2025) to allow staff to bring back revised language.

Consent Agenda (Approved 6-0)

The following ordinances were approved on a single roll call vote:

  • Approval of July 22, 2025 meeting minutes
  • Ordinance reaffirming conflict of interest reporting (Section 2-66)
  • Ordinance authorizing change order for Police Department car cover project ($38,685)
  • Ordinance increasing change order authority for Community Center Project (to $850,000)
  • Ordinance adopting amended Traffic Calming Policy (with the pulled item postponed)
  • Ordinance for tennis court repairs at Sanders and Spellman Parks
  • Ordinance creating TIF fund
  • Ordinance authorizing geotechnical services agreement (UES Professional Solutions)

New Business (Stormwater Resolution) – covered above under Presentations.

Key Outcomes

  • Unanimous approvals: (6-0) for the Stormwater Master Plan (as amended), CUP for TAIEF, marijuana hours text amendment, amended CUP for Proper Cannabis, and all consent agenda items except the Traffic Calming Policy.
  • Postponements: Temporary sign ordinance and Traffic Calming Policy amendment postponed to September 2025 meeting.
  • Future Issues: Alderman Maybe requested the City Attorney draft a camping prohibition ordinance; Alderman Morrison requested a public meeting on Liggett roundabouts and a future discussion on emergency contact procedures.
  • Closed Session: The board adjourned to closed session at approximately 9:15 PM to discuss legal matters (Mo. Rev. Stat. 610.021(1)).

Meeting Transcript

Okay, it's 7 p.m. I call this uh August 26th, 2025 Ward of All Remedian Order. If you could please join me in the Pledge of Allegiance. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible with liberty and justice for all. Alderman Zavist. Excuse. Alderman Morrison. Alderman Bow Ballis. Here. All the person now. Here. Alderman Hall. Here. Alderman Maybe? Here. Alderman Sebin. Here. Alderwoman Jadella. Excuse. All right. So you have six or here, Your Honor. You have a quorum. Very good. Thank you. And our presentations, communications, and appointments, we have a few items. Uh first of which is the oath of office for police officer Travis Huddleston and Oath of Office for Police Officer John Polster. Chief Williams, you could please uh make that happen. Yes. These are our two newest officers of the police department. Uh also is actually around since you're right. So worked out for everything's on today. So uh and then John just came over a couple weeks ago. Um both had experience, both are going to be fantastic conditions uh for our community. Um both had some leadership experience and all that, so we're uh excited to have them here with the Crestwood Police Department and looking forward to see what they can do for our community. So Helen, now it's your time. Do you, Travis Huddleston, and John Polster solemnly swear that you possess all the qualifications prescribed by the charter and the ordinances of the city of Crestwood, Missouri for the position of police officer, that you will support and uphold the Constitution of the United States, the Constitution of the State of Missouri, the provisions of all laws of this state affecting charter cities, the charter and the ordinances of the city of Crestwood, Missouri, and that you will faithfully perform the duties of a police officer of the city of Crestwood. I do. Congratulations. Moving right along, we have a stormwater master plan. Well, I I apologize. Very good. Jacob Bow. All right. Sorry, Jacob. That was a close one. We have Jacob Bauer. Jacob comes to us. We're proud to have you on board. And we'll take your oath now, sir. Alright?

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