It's that time of year again...the Clifton Heights Neighborhood Yard Sale will be on Saturday, October 17, 2009, from 8am-1pm! Anyone within the boundaries of Clifton Heights is encouraged to host a yard sale during this event. We are assembling a list of the households that will be having a sale, and will include the addresses along with a map of the neighborhood for anyone interested in bargain-hunting on the day of the sale. To get your sale listed on the map, please call Julie Grant at 646-1581 by the end of Tuesday October 13th (the deadline for having your sale listed on the map; please include your name, address, and phone number if you leave a message). As in the past, we are coordinating our sale with a barbecue at AMVETS Post 6 (at 2718 Clifton Ave.), so shoppers will be able to swing by the Post to grab a bite to eat or use the restroom Maps will be available at AMVETS Post 6 (2718 Clifton Ave.) on the day of the yard sale to help browsers and buyers find the houses hosting sales. The yard sale will be held on Saturday October 17th rain or shine, so everyone is encouraged to come out and SHOP, SHOP, SHOP! With households throughout the whole neighborhood participating, you're bound to find just what you're looking for, including clothes for those of all ages and sizes, toys, household items, furniture, and more! Please spread the word about the yard sale to friends and family outside our neighborhood. We hope to see you then!
Julie
Tuesday, October 06, 2009
Thursday, October 01, 2009
Blue Bin News - October 2009
St. Louis City Residential Recycling Newsletter
Issue #23
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IN THIS ISSUE:
RRR BATTERIES
JOHN MUIR QUOTE
OCTOBER 2009 UPCOMING EVENTS
WE CHALLENGE YOU TO OBSERVE EARTH SCIENCE WEEK
WHAT IS PAPER? (PUZZLE AVAILABLE IN PDF ONLY)
BUY REUSED & RECYCLED BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS
ARCHIVED ISSUES, READER SUBMISSIONS WELCOME, TO SUBSCRIBE
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RRR BATTERIES
They power our flashlights, cellular phones, media players, watches,
smoke alarms, and remote controls. Without batteries, our lives would
be much different. Although we use them daily, we tend to forget their
presence, until they expire. You’ve probably heard that batteries
shouldn’t be thrown in the trash, but may not know what your other
options are.
The first thing you can do is to REDUCE the number of batteries you use
in the first place. Reducing your dependence on batteries doesn’t
mean getting rid of all of your favorite devices or gadgets. It means
finding alternatives to power your electronics. Use solar products,
choose hand-operated items, and plug into AC/DC when available. You can
also reduce waste by squeezing every drop of energy out of your
batteries. Try the following tips:
- Follow the “first time” charging guidelines provided by the
manufacturer.
- Never return a fully-charged battery to the charger for an extra
boost.
- Let a discharged battery cool to room temperature before recharging.
- Recharge batteries only when they are near to fully discharged.
For items that use AAA, AA, C, or D size batteries, REUSE batteries by
purchasing rechargeables and a charger. One rechargeable battery can
replace the equivalent of over 100 non-rechargeable batteries, reducing
your battery waste and saving you money in the long run.
Even after reducing and reusing, sooner or later you will end up with
dead batteries. So, what can you do with them? You can RECYCLE them!
For a list of battery collection sites in St. Louis, visit
http://stlouis.missouri.org/citygov/recycle/batteries.html.
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JOHN MUIR QUOTE
When we try to pick out anything by itself, we find it hitched to
everything else in the Universe.
- John Muir, My First Summer in the Sierra
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October 2009 UPCOMING EVENTS
Details available at
http://stlouis.missouri.org/citygov/recycle/calendar.html
* Thursday, October 8 (1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.) - Native Perennials and
Grasses for Landscaping Part 3,
www.shawnature.org/nativeland/NativePlantSchool.aspx
* Tuesday, October 20 (6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.) - Green Drinks: Agents of
Green Change
www.stlgreendrinks.org
* Saturday, October 24 (10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.) - Recycl-a-Fibers
www.laumeiersculpturepark.org/ckfinder/userfiles/files/2009Fall-Winter_EducationBrochure.pdf
* Tuesday, October 27 (6:00 p.m. - 6:50 p.m.) - Home Composting Class
Bevo-Long Community Education Center, 5028 Morganford Road, 63116
Contact recycle@stlouis.missouri.org for more information.
* Tuesday, October 27 (7:00 p.m. - 7:50 p.m.) - Native Plants Class
Bevo-Long Community Education Center, 5028 Morganford Road, 63116
Contact recycle@stlouis.missouri.org for more information.
* Thursday, October 29 (7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.) - Indoor Composting:
Worm Bins
www.stlcc.edu/Continuing_Education/Register_for_Class_Offerings.html
Ecology course ref. #10764.
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WE CHALLENGE YOU TO OBSERVE EARTH SCIENCE WEEK
As you read this newsletter, sit back and observe everything around
you. Notice the computer in front of you, the chair you’re sitting
in, the building that shelters you, the clothes you’re wearing, and
all of the other things that surround you. Now, choose just one item
and try to figure out what it’s made from. Does it contain plastic,
paper, glass, metals, textiles, rubber, glue, ink, paint, etc.? Where
did all of those materials come from?
Each and every object we produce is composed of materials that were
extracted from the Earth. Your closet may not look full of rocks or
plants, but that’s where everything in it originated. One of the
objectives of Earth Science Week 2009 (October 11-17) is to remind us
that the Earth is all around us. More than half of the world’s
population now lives in urban areas. Being removed from the natural
environment makes it more difficult to understand the effects that our
decisions have on the Earth. For example, if you never spend time in a
forest, you may not fully appreciate the consequences of cutting it
down. But if you live near a forest, you see and hear the wildlife,
smell the plants and soil, taste the water, and feel the climate, giving
you first hand knowledge of what else would be destroyed if the forest
were cut down.
In light of Earth Science Week, we challenge you to choose a product
that you use on a regular basis. Think about what it’s made of and
where those materials come from. Then, brainstorm what you could do
differently to reduce the impact that product has on the planet. Can
you find a similar product made from recycled materials? Can you reuse
the product to get several uses out of it? Are there similar products
made from materials that can be recycled rather than landfilled? What
can you do to prolong its life? Can you find it used? These are just a
few things you can start thinking about to help conserve our natural
resources. Learn more about Earth Science Week 2009 at
www.earthsciweek.org.
*************************************************************************************************************************************
PUZZLE (AVAILABLE IN PDF ONLY)
What is Paper?
Each column of letters must be rearranged and placed in the column of
empty spaces directly above them. Completing the puzzle will reveal the
answer to the initial question, “What is Paper?”
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BUY REUSED & RECYCLED BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS
Habitat for Humanity St. Louis’ ReStore
www.habitatstl.org
3763 Forest Park Avenue
St. Louis, Missouri 63108
They sell used building and construction materials at substantial
savings. You’ll find windows, doors, plumbing and electrical
supplies, light fixtures, and trim. They have everything, including the
kitchen sink. Inventory changes daily depending on what has been
donated.
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CITY OF ST. LOUIS REFUSE DIVISION'S RECYCLING PROGRAM
Archived Issues Available at
http://stlouis.missouri.org/citygov/recycle/residentialnewsletter.html.
Reader Submissions Welcome. Email submissions to
recycle@stlouis.missouri.org.
Would you or anyone you know like to receive Blue Bin News? Contact us
at recycle@stlouis.missouri.org to be added to our e-mailing list.
Issue #23
*************************************************************************************************************************************
IN THIS ISSUE:
RRR BATTERIES
JOHN MUIR QUOTE
OCTOBER 2009 UPCOMING EVENTS
WE CHALLENGE YOU TO OBSERVE EARTH SCIENCE WEEK
WHAT IS PAPER? (PUZZLE AVAILABLE IN PDF ONLY)
BUY REUSED & RECYCLED BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS
ARCHIVED ISSUES, READER SUBMISSIONS WELCOME, TO SUBSCRIBE
*************************************************************************************************************************************
RRR BATTERIES
They power our flashlights, cellular phones, media players, watches,
smoke alarms, and remote controls. Without batteries, our lives would
be much different. Although we use them daily, we tend to forget their
presence, until they expire. You’ve probably heard that batteries
shouldn’t be thrown in the trash, but may not know what your other
options are.
The first thing you can do is to REDUCE the number of batteries you use
in the first place. Reducing your dependence on batteries doesn’t
mean getting rid of all of your favorite devices or gadgets. It means
finding alternatives to power your electronics. Use solar products,
choose hand-operated items, and plug into AC/DC when available. You can
also reduce waste by squeezing every drop of energy out of your
batteries. Try the following tips:
- Follow the “first time” charging guidelines provided by the
manufacturer.
- Never return a fully-charged battery to the charger for an extra
boost.
- Let a discharged battery cool to room temperature before recharging.
- Recharge batteries only when they are near to fully discharged.
For items that use AAA, AA, C, or D size batteries, REUSE batteries by
purchasing rechargeables and a charger. One rechargeable battery can
replace the equivalent of over 100 non-rechargeable batteries, reducing
your battery waste and saving you money in the long run.
Even after reducing and reusing, sooner or later you will end up with
dead batteries. So, what can you do with them? You can RECYCLE them!
For a list of battery collection sites in St. Louis, visit
http://stlouis.missouri.org/citygov/recycle/batteries.html.
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JOHN MUIR QUOTE
When we try to pick out anything by itself, we find it hitched to
everything else in the Universe.
- John Muir, My First Summer in the Sierra
*************************************************************************************************************************************
October 2009 UPCOMING EVENTS
Details available at
http://stlouis.missouri.org/citygov/recycle/calendar.html
* Thursday, October 8 (1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.) - Native Perennials and
Grasses for Landscaping Part 3,
www.shawnature.org/nativeland/NativePlantSchool.aspx
* Tuesday, October 20 (6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.) - Green Drinks: Agents of
Green Change
www.stlgreendrinks.org
* Saturday, October 24 (10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.) - Recycl-a-Fibers
www.laumeiersculpturepark.org/ckfinder/userfiles/files/2009Fall-Winter_EducationBrochure.pdf
* Tuesday, October 27 (6:00 p.m. - 6:50 p.m.) - Home Composting Class
Bevo-Long Community Education Center, 5028 Morganford Road, 63116
Contact recycle@stlouis.missouri.org for more information.
* Tuesday, October 27 (7:00 p.m. - 7:50 p.m.) - Native Plants Class
Bevo-Long Community Education Center, 5028 Morganford Road, 63116
Contact recycle@stlouis.missouri.org for more information.
* Thursday, October 29 (7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.) - Indoor Composting:
Worm Bins
www.stlcc.edu/Continuing_Education/Register_for_Class_Offerings.html
Ecology course ref. #10764.
*************************************************************************************************************************************
WE CHALLENGE YOU TO OBSERVE EARTH SCIENCE WEEK
As you read this newsletter, sit back and observe everything around
you. Notice the computer in front of you, the chair you’re sitting
in, the building that shelters you, the clothes you’re wearing, and
all of the other things that surround you. Now, choose just one item
and try to figure out what it’s made from. Does it contain plastic,
paper, glass, metals, textiles, rubber, glue, ink, paint, etc.? Where
did all of those materials come from?
Each and every object we produce is composed of materials that were
extracted from the Earth. Your closet may not look full of rocks or
plants, but that’s where everything in it originated. One of the
objectives of Earth Science Week 2009 (October 11-17) is to remind us
that the Earth is all around us. More than half of the world’s
population now lives in urban areas. Being removed from the natural
environment makes it more difficult to understand the effects that our
decisions have on the Earth. For example, if you never spend time in a
forest, you may not fully appreciate the consequences of cutting it
down. But if you live near a forest, you see and hear the wildlife,
smell the plants and soil, taste the water, and feel the climate, giving
you first hand knowledge of what else would be destroyed if the forest
were cut down.
In light of Earth Science Week, we challenge you to choose a product
that you use on a regular basis. Think about what it’s made of and
where those materials come from. Then, brainstorm what you could do
differently to reduce the impact that product has on the planet. Can
you find a similar product made from recycled materials? Can you reuse
the product to get several uses out of it? Are there similar products
made from materials that can be recycled rather than landfilled? What
can you do to prolong its life? Can you find it used? These are just a
few things you can start thinking about to help conserve our natural
resources. Learn more about Earth Science Week 2009 at
www.earthsciweek.org.
*************************************************************************************************************************************
PUZZLE (AVAILABLE IN PDF ONLY)
What is Paper?
Each column of letters must be rearranged and placed in the column of
empty spaces directly above them. Completing the puzzle will reveal the
answer to the initial question, “What is Paper?”
*************************************************************************************************************************************
BUY REUSED & RECYCLED BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS
Habitat for Humanity St. Louis’ ReStore
www.habitatstl.org
3763 Forest Park Avenue
St. Louis, Missouri 63108
They sell used building and construction materials at substantial
savings. You’ll find windows, doors, plumbing and electrical
supplies, light fixtures, and trim. They have everything, including the
kitchen sink. Inventory changes daily depending on what has been
donated.
*************************************************************************************************************************************
CITY OF ST. LOUIS REFUSE DIVISION'S RECYCLING PROGRAM
Archived Issues Available at
http://stlouis.missouri.org/citygov/recycle/residentialnewsletter.html.
Reader Submissions Welcome. Email submissions to
recycle@stlouis.missouri.org.
Would you or anyone you know like to receive Blue Bin News? Contact us
at recycle@stlouis.missouri.org to be added to our e-mailing list.
Approved CLIFTON HEIGHTS NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MINUTES AUGUST 24, 2009
CLIFTON HEIGHTS NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MINUTES
AUGUST 24, 2009
The meeting was opened at 7:05 pm by Vice President Becky Hughes. President Mike Foster was out of town.
Minutes from the July meeting were distributed, read and a motion to accept as presented was made seconded and approved.
Tiny Schaper presented the Treasurers report. Our current checking account balance is $3,095.22 and our savings account balance is $4533.72. Tiny states that our liability insurance which covers us for the year is due in September. It is raised this year to $677. There was discussion on the floor as to whether we need this insurance and that the fee has increased considerably in the past few years. With Party in the Park in Sept. it was felt we probably needed some coverage. Ald. For the 23rd. Ward Joe Vaccaro was present and stated that he thought the Parks Dept. covered insurance for an event at Tilles Park as a cosponsor of the event. He said he will contact a parks dept official to check on this. Tiny will not pay this bill at present.
Officer Veile was present and handed out a crime comparison chart for the neighborhood. He states the Captain has started new patrols and there have been 17 burglars apprehended since then. There are also 2 policemen riding bikes on patrol and there will be one on a scooter. He also talked and handed out applications and information on a Citizens Academy run by the Police Dept. Course begins Sept. 16, 2009. It is a classroom and interactive experience. Applications may also be obtained www.sllmpd.org or call 314 444 5638.
Ald. Joe Vaccaro from the 23rd Ward spoke of efforts to crack down on owners of vacant or nuisance properties and feels he is having some success. There is a program to send landlords to management classes where they can learn tips to screen tenants. They have already closed 2 drug houses.
Party in the Park
Martha Rybinski reports the silent auction committee has sent out 200 letters for donations and she has already has some responses. She is also spearheading an effort to have a tree planted in the park in memory of Kay Marshall and to possibly do this at party in the park.
Becky has contacted a band TRIGGER 5 that plays 50’s and 60’s style music and is planning on booking them. The drummer lives in the neighborhood.
There have been no newsletters published since March 2009. Becky has a simple publishing program on her computer and will try to get a newsletter out before PIP. A computer publishing program may be purchased when it is decided who will do it and what computer server they have.
Tiny’s wife will help with yard signs for PIP
Becky will check to see if City will spray park for mosquitoes prior to PIP
No new neighbors at meeting.
No coffee in the park in Sept. and will try to have one in mid October.
New Business
Tiny suggests that we may want to restructure the way we charge and handle dues paying. We currently pay $10 yearly per family which covers Oct to Oct. He suggested we charge $12 yearly and that way if you join in the middle of the year you could pay $1
monthly. There was some discussion on the floor but no motions were made.
The next meeting will be Sept. 28th at 7 PM
Motion made and seconded to close meeting and meeting closed at 8:30 .
Respectfully submitted Kathy Migneco secretary
AUGUST 24, 2009
The meeting was opened at 7:05 pm by Vice President Becky Hughes. President Mike Foster was out of town.
Minutes from the July meeting were distributed, read and a motion to accept as presented was made seconded and approved.
Tiny Schaper presented the Treasurers report. Our current checking account balance is $3,095.22 and our savings account balance is $4533.72. Tiny states that our liability insurance which covers us for the year is due in September. It is raised this year to $677. There was discussion on the floor as to whether we need this insurance and that the fee has increased considerably in the past few years. With Party in the Park in Sept. it was felt we probably needed some coverage. Ald. For the 23rd. Ward Joe Vaccaro was present and stated that he thought the Parks Dept. covered insurance for an event at Tilles Park as a cosponsor of the event. He said he will contact a parks dept official to check on this. Tiny will not pay this bill at present.
Officer Veile was present and handed out a crime comparison chart for the neighborhood. He states the Captain has started new patrols and there have been 17 burglars apprehended since then. There are also 2 policemen riding bikes on patrol and there will be one on a scooter. He also talked and handed out applications and information on a Citizens Academy run by the Police Dept. Course begins Sept. 16, 2009. It is a classroom and interactive experience. Applications may also be obtained www.sllmpd.org or call 314 444 5638.
Ald. Joe Vaccaro from the 23rd Ward spoke of efforts to crack down on owners of vacant or nuisance properties and feels he is having some success. There is a program to send landlords to management classes where they can learn tips to screen tenants. They have already closed 2 drug houses.
Party in the Park
Martha Rybinski reports the silent auction committee has sent out 200 letters for donations and she has already has some responses. She is also spearheading an effort to have a tree planted in the park in memory of Kay Marshall and to possibly do this at party in the park.
Becky has contacted a band TRIGGER 5 that plays 50’s and 60’s style music and is planning on booking them. The drummer lives in the neighborhood.
There have been no newsletters published since March 2009. Becky has a simple publishing program on her computer and will try to get a newsletter out before PIP. A computer publishing program may be purchased when it is decided who will do it and what computer server they have.
Tiny’s wife will help with yard signs for PIP
Becky will check to see if City will spray park for mosquitoes prior to PIP
No new neighbors at meeting.
No coffee in the park in Sept. and will try to have one in mid October.
New Business
Tiny suggests that we may want to restructure the way we charge and handle dues paying. We currently pay $10 yearly per family which covers Oct to Oct. He suggested we charge $12 yearly and that way if you join in the middle of the year you could pay $1
monthly. There was some discussion on the floor but no motions were made.
The next meeting will be Sept. 28th at 7 PM
Motion made and seconded to close meeting and meeting closed at 8:30 .
Respectfully submitted Kathy Migneco secretary
Saturday, August 29, 2009
CLIFTON HEIGHTS NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MINUTES July 2009
CLIFTON HEIGHTS NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MINUTES July 2009
JULY 27, 2009
Josh Wiese member of the executive board called the meeting to order at 7 P.M. Mike Foster Pres. and Becky Hughes VP were unable to make the meeting because of unexpected work commitments.
Minutes from the May and June meetings were distributed, read and a motion to accept as presented was made seconded and approved.
Tiny Schaper presented the Treasurers report. Our current checking account balance is $3,095.22 and our share portion of the account is $4,533.72 which we are keeping intact for possible fees from the IRS. Ald. Waterhouse will contact the lawyer who will check into the problem with the IRS fees.
2nd. District Public Affairs officer Don Veile was unable to attend.
65th District State Representative Michelle Kratky. Aug. 8th and 9th will be no sales tax days for school shopping but you will need to check to make sure your area is participating.
Michelle has also been appointed to a special committee on autism.
2 crime bills that passed are the no texting while driving for anyone under 21. It will be considered a moving violation. The other one is if you are arrested for a felony you will have a DNA test taken and then if you are released or found not guilty the DNA will be released.
Alderman Bill Waterhouse. He states that the city fees that could be charged to CHNA to use Clifton Park for Party in the Park will be waived. Several people raised questions about some neglected or abandoned homes in the area. Addresses were noted . He states that when a home is in foreclosure the banks or mortgage companies do nothing to keep the property up and all he can do is send out monthly letters with fines. 6412 Southwest has been a chronic problem for 3 years with no response from owners. He is considering a move to put it up for redevelopment to see if there can be some plans put forward for it.
He then introduced Dianne Rains who is our new neighborhood stabilization officer. Her phone # is 314 657 1375 and her E-mail is RainsD@stlouiscity.com She noted the addresses of the problem properties. She also had handouts for a free seminar at Chaifetz arena for anyone with problem mortgages July 31 thru Aug. 3rd. They must register online to participate.
No one was present from Senator Smiths office.
New Business
PARTY IN THE PARK to be held Sept. 26. Proposed expenses for PIP are approximately $2100 since the city fees have been waived. The PIP budget was put to a vote and passed 19 yes and 0 no. Josh is trying to find a band but has not had any luck as yet. Anyone wishing to help with PIP should contact Becky Hughes at rehughes621@yahoo.com or any board member.
FOR THE GOOD OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Amvets breakfast Aug. 9 8A.M. to 11A.M. and bar-b-cue Aug. 15 9AM. to4PM.
New Neighbors Ryan and Giselle Coleman 6424 Coletta
Ian Landwehrmier is in the process of applying for a license to open a new restaurant at 2605-2607 Hampton the site oif the old OFF THE VINE restaurant. It will serve American food and will be called thirteen thirtyone.
There will be no coffee in the park in July.
The next meeting will be at 7 PM on Monday Aug. 24.
Motion was made to adjourn, seconded and meeting adjourned at 8 PM.
JULY 27, 2009
Josh Wiese member of the executive board called the meeting to order at 7 P.M. Mike Foster Pres. and Becky Hughes VP were unable to make the meeting because of unexpected work commitments.
Minutes from the May and June meetings were distributed, read and a motion to accept as presented was made seconded and approved.
Tiny Schaper presented the Treasurers report. Our current checking account balance is $3,095.22 and our share portion of the account is $4,533.72 which we are keeping intact for possible fees from the IRS. Ald. Waterhouse will contact the lawyer who will check into the problem with the IRS fees.
2nd. District Public Affairs officer Don Veile was unable to attend.
65th District State Representative Michelle Kratky. Aug. 8th and 9th will be no sales tax days for school shopping but you will need to check to make sure your area is participating.
Michelle has also been appointed to a special committee on autism.
2 crime bills that passed are the no texting while driving for anyone under 21. It will be considered a moving violation. The other one is if you are arrested for a felony you will have a DNA test taken and then if you are released or found not guilty the DNA will be released.
Alderman Bill Waterhouse. He states that the city fees that could be charged to CHNA to use Clifton Park for Party in the Park will be waived. Several people raised questions about some neglected or abandoned homes in the area. Addresses were noted . He states that when a home is in foreclosure the banks or mortgage companies do nothing to keep the property up and all he can do is send out monthly letters with fines. 6412 Southwest has been a chronic problem for 3 years with no response from owners. He is considering a move to put it up for redevelopment to see if there can be some plans put forward for it.
He then introduced Dianne Rains who is our new neighborhood stabilization officer. Her phone # is 314 657 1375 and her E-mail is RainsD@stlouiscity.com She noted the addresses of the problem properties. She also had handouts for a free seminar at Chaifetz arena for anyone with problem mortgages July 31 thru Aug. 3rd. They must register online to participate.
No one was present from Senator Smiths office.
New Business
PARTY IN THE PARK to be held Sept. 26. Proposed expenses for PIP are approximately $2100 since the city fees have been waived. The PIP budget was put to a vote and passed 19 yes and 0 no. Josh is trying to find a band but has not had any luck as yet. Anyone wishing to help with PIP should contact Becky Hughes at rehughes621@yahoo.com or any board member.
FOR THE GOOD OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Amvets breakfast Aug. 9 8A.M. to 11A.M. and bar-b-cue Aug. 15 9AM. to4PM.
New Neighbors Ryan and Giselle Coleman 6424 Coletta
Ian Landwehrmier is in the process of applying for a license to open a new restaurant at 2605-2607 Hampton the site oif the old OFF THE VINE restaurant. It will serve American food and will be called thirteen thirtyone.
There will be no coffee in the park in July.
The next meeting will be at 7 PM on Monday Aug. 24.
Motion was made to adjourn, seconded and meeting adjourned at 8 PM.
Friday, August 14, 2009
Clifton Heights Neighborhood Association Minutes May 26, 2009
Clifton Heights Neighborhood Association Minutes
May 26, 2009
President Becky Hughes called the meeting to order at 7:08pm and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Minutes of the April meeting were distributed, read, and a motion to accept as presented was made, seconded, and approved.
President Becky Hughes gave the President’s Report. New Board members will be installed this month. We will be having Coffee in the Park this coming Saturday, May 30, and hope to see you there!
Tiny Schaper presented the Treasurer’s Report. He wrote two checks to the IRS: $192 for the first installment payment and $105 for the IRS to set up a payment plan. These checks were written from the Checking account, when they cleared, he transferred that amount from Savings into Checking. The Savings account is to be used exclusively for paying the IRS; the Checking account is CHNA money and is not to be used for paying the IRS. The ending balance in the Checking account per the most recent statement is $3181.22; the ending balance in the Savings account is $4527.90. A resident suggested we have a fundraiser to generate the money and pay the entire IRS bill. Others questioned how we could owe taxes on a non-profit organization, and whether we had had a tax attorney look at the materials. We owe the taxes because no tax forms were filed for 4 years; all the taxes are penalties. Alderman Waterhouse again offered $500 towards attorney’s fees. A motion to accept Waterhouse’s offer was made, seconded, and approved. Alderman Waterhouse suggested that Chuck Bobinette review the tax documents. Tiny also noted that Jamie Kirk, from the former Clifton Heights Senior Center, still had a Sam’s Club card in her possession; he cancelled it on 4/29/2009.
Public Officials:
2nd District Public Affairs Officer Don Veile was not able to attend, but sent crime statistics.
24th Ward Alderman Bill Waterhouse. Residents asked about neighborhood crime statistics, kids walking the streets and not yielding to cars, and a helicopter that circled the neighborhood Saturday night. Alderman Waterhouse did not know about the helicopter in the area on Saturday, but they did catch a burglar in the Clayton Tamm area that evening.
Neighborhood Stabilization Officer Maria Cuciureanu noted that the non-profit group Arches will be having a 1-day free drop-off for hazardous materials (motor oil, pesticides, unused medications). It will be Saturday May 30th from 10-2 at Walnut Park School in Riverview; she had handouts available. She has surveyed the ward for vacant properties; 5956 Columbia was referred for the vacant property initiative (the building inspector will check it and potentially recommend it for demolition). Forestry is on a rotation cleaning vacant properties; if you think one was missed, call the Citizen’s Service Bureau. The city’s Vector Control program will start spraying for mosquitoes on June 1; she’s not sure if it is necessary call to request spraying. General tips: make sure pools are not stagnant; Vector Control can throw chlorine tablets in pools on vacant properties if they can get to the pool. You do need approval from the Health Dept. (not the Building Division) to install an above-ground pool. 2126 Knox may be abandoned; the grass has not been mowed this season. There are still ownership issues regarding the property at Marmaduke and Southwest.
65th District State Representative Michele Kratky. The House sent 6-7 economic development bills to the Senate, and on the last day the Senate finally sent one back to the House. A couple of new laws did pass. Motorcyclists are no longer required to wear helmets except on interstates. Motorcyclists and bicyclists may now proceed through red lights (left, straight, or right) after stopping at waiting a “reasonable” period (because some signals are not sensitive enough for these vehicles to trigger the light cycle). Felons can now serve alcohol at restaurants. All of these are still pending approval from the Governor by July 15. There is a plan to rename I-64/Hwy 40 “Jack Buck Highway” from Skinker to downtown. Harris Stowe State University was leasing the building on Wilson (on the Hill); the state can now sell the property to them after they get two appraisals. New cars will now not need to obtain inspections for the first 5 years after assembly.
Special Guest:
John Ragenbogen, Director of Scenic Missouri. Scenic Missouri works with communities to regulate billboards. They are particularly concerned about new digital billboards and old billboards that are in poor condition or do not meet current standards. Some groups are trying to grant the billboard industry much more freedom in billboard construction; Scenic Missouri opposes this. Kansas City and Columbia have laws that prohibit (or severely restrict) the construction of new digital billboards; St. Louis has no such restrictions. If you have issues with current billboards, your best option right now is to call the Mayor’s Office.
New Business:
Installation of the CHNA Officers. The officers for the 2009-2010 year were installed: President Mike Foster, Vice President Becky Hughes, Treasurer Tiny Schaper, Secretary Kathy Migneco.
For the Good of the Neighborhood:
New Neighbors: None in attendance.
The next Coffee in the Park is scheduled for 8-10am this Saturday, May 30th.
Party in the Park: we need to start planning. It will be held September 26th this year. We need people interested in helping with the Silent Auction, Games, Food, Music, Membership, Logistics (set-up; clean-up). Peter Wollenberg offered to head the History Exhibit again this year. Josh Wiese will look into bands. We should check into the paddleboat we have used in the past.
IRS settlement clarification: Tiny Schaper requested confirmation of who was going to contact an attorney on behalf of CHNA and what our goal was (reduced settlement?). Alderman Waterhouse was willing to, but did not have the information. Tiny requested permission to hand over the relevant materials to Alderman Waterhouse; a motion was made, seconded, and approved with no opposition. The goal is a reduced settlement or confirmation of the charges as currently listed by the IRS.
AMVETS is having a BBQ this Saturday starting from noon until the food runs out, and another one on June 27. The AMVETS auxiliary is hosting a breakfast on June 14 from 8-11am.
CHNA Bylaws should be available on the CHNA website.
The Census will be coming through early next year; please reply…it affects funding in the city!
The next meeting will be at 7:00pm on Monday, June 22nd.
A motion to adjourn made, seconded, and adjourned at 8:25pm.
May 26, 2009
President Becky Hughes called the meeting to order at 7:08pm and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Minutes of the April meeting were distributed, read, and a motion to accept as presented was made, seconded, and approved.
President Becky Hughes gave the President’s Report. New Board members will be installed this month. We will be having Coffee in the Park this coming Saturday, May 30, and hope to see you there!
Tiny Schaper presented the Treasurer’s Report. He wrote two checks to the IRS: $192 for the first installment payment and $105 for the IRS to set up a payment plan. These checks were written from the Checking account, when they cleared, he transferred that amount from Savings into Checking. The Savings account is to be used exclusively for paying the IRS; the Checking account is CHNA money and is not to be used for paying the IRS. The ending balance in the Checking account per the most recent statement is $3181.22; the ending balance in the Savings account is $4527.90. A resident suggested we have a fundraiser to generate the money and pay the entire IRS bill. Others questioned how we could owe taxes on a non-profit organization, and whether we had had a tax attorney look at the materials. We owe the taxes because no tax forms were filed for 4 years; all the taxes are penalties. Alderman Waterhouse again offered $500 towards attorney’s fees. A motion to accept Waterhouse’s offer was made, seconded, and approved. Alderman Waterhouse suggested that Chuck Bobinette review the tax documents. Tiny also noted that Jamie Kirk, from the former Clifton Heights Senior Center, still had a Sam’s Club card in her possession; he cancelled it on 4/29/2009.
Public Officials:
2nd District Public Affairs Officer Don Veile was not able to attend, but sent crime statistics.
24th Ward Alderman Bill Waterhouse. Residents asked about neighborhood crime statistics, kids walking the streets and not yielding to cars, and a helicopter that circled the neighborhood Saturday night. Alderman Waterhouse did not know about the helicopter in the area on Saturday, but they did catch a burglar in the Clayton Tamm area that evening.
Neighborhood Stabilization Officer Maria Cuciureanu noted that the non-profit group Arches will be having a 1-day free drop-off for hazardous materials (motor oil, pesticides, unused medications). It will be Saturday May 30th from 10-2 at Walnut Park School in Riverview; she had handouts available. She has surveyed the ward for vacant properties; 5956 Columbia was referred for the vacant property initiative (the building inspector will check it and potentially recommend it for demolition). Forestry is on a rotation cleaning vacant properties; if you think one was missed, call the Citizen’s Service Bureau. The city’s Vector Control program will start spraying for mosquitoes on June 1; she’s not sure if it is necessary call to request spraying. General tips: make sure pools are not stagnant; Vector Control can throw chlorine tablets in pools on vacant properties if they can get to the pool. You do need approval from the Health Dept. (not the Building Division) to install an above-ground pool. 2126 Knox may be abandoned; the grass has not been mowed this season. There are still ownership issues regarding the property at Marmaduke and Southwest.
65th District State Representative Michele Kratky. The House sent 6-7 economic development bills to the Senate, and on the last day the Senate finally sent one back to the House. A couple of new laws did pass. Motorcyclists are no longer required to wear helmets except on interstates. Motorcyclists and bicyclists may now proceed through red lights (left, straight, or right) after stopping at waiting a “reasonable” period (because some signals are not sensitive enough for these vehicles to trigger the light cycle). Felons can now serve alcohol at restaurants. All of these are still pending approval from the Governor by July 15. There is a plan to rename I-64/Hwy 40 “Jack Buck Highway” from Skinker to downtown. Harris Stowe State University was leasing the building on Wilson (on the Hill); the state can now sell the property to them after they get two appraisals. New cars will now not need to obtain inspections for the first 5 years after assembly.
Special Guest:
John Ragenbogen, Director of Scenic Missouri. Scenic Missouri works with communities to regulate billboards. They are particularly concerned about new digital billboards and old billboards that are in poor condition or do not meet current standards. Some groups are trying to grant the billboard industry much more freedom in billboard construction; Scenic Missouri opposes this. Kansas City and Columbia have laws that prohibit (or severely restrict) the construction of new digital billboards; St. Louis has no such restrictions. If you have issues with current billboards, your best option right now is to call the Mayor’s Office.
New Business:
Installation of the CHNA Officers. The officers for the 2009-2010 year were installed: President Mike Foster, Vice President Becky Hughes, Treasurer Tiny Schaper, Secretary Kathy Migneco.
For the Good of the Neighborhood:
New Neighbors: None in attendance.
The next Coffee in the Park is scheduled for 8-10am this Saturday, May 30th.
Party in the Park: we need to start planning. It will be held September 26th this year. We need people interested in helping with the Silent Auction, Games, Food, Music, Membership, Logistics (set-up; clean-up). Peter Wollenberg offered to head the History Exhibit again this year. Josh Wiese will look into bands. We should check into the paddleboat we have used in the past.
IRS settlement clarification: Tiny Schaper requested confirmation of who was going to contact an attorney on behalf of CHNA and what our goal was (reduced settlement?). Alderman Waterhouse was willing to, but did not have the information. Tiny requested permission to hand over the relevant materials to Alderman Waterhouse; a motion was made, seconded, and approved with no opposition. The goal is a reduced settlement or confirmation of the charges as currently listed by the IRS.
AMVETS is having a BBQ this Saturday starting from noon until the food runs out, and another one on June 27. The AMVETS auxiliary is hosting a breakfast on June 14 from 8-11am.
CHNA Bylaws should be available on the CHNA website.
The Census will be coming through early next year; please reply…it affects funding in the city!
The next meeting will be at 7:00pm on Monday, June 22nd.
A motion to adjourn made, seconded, and adjourned at 8:25pm.
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
MASON ELEMENTARY TO BE TRANSFORMED THANKS TO DONATIONS AND SUPPORT
Media advisory
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 23, 2009
MASON ELEMENTARY TO BE TRANSFORMED THANKS TO DONATIONS AND SUPPORT
St. Louis —On Friday, July 24, 2009, from 10 a.m. until noon, volunteers will be transforming the interior of Mason Elementary, located at 6031 Southwest Ave, as the school prepares to pilot a new multicultural curriculum this fall known as the Mason School of Academic and Cultural Literacy at Mason Elementary.
In attendance will be St. Louis Mayor Francis Slay; St. Louis Public Schools officials; Charles Best, founder of DonorsChoose.org; Maxine Clark, Chief Executive Bear of Build-A-Bear; and the Build-A-Bear “2009 Huggable Heroes” from around the United States and Canada.
The group will work together to hang newly purchased flags from 13 countries and paint the entrance hallway with a global motif that will welcome parents and students in different languages as they return for the first day of school on August 20th.
In addition, the first St. Louis donation of the 2009-2010 school year from DonorsChoose.org will be presented to the Mason School of Academic and Cultural Literacy at Mason Elementary to help provide necessary teaching materials to successfully implement its new pilot status.
For more information, please call 314-345-2367.
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Thanks,
Julie Linder
Media Relations
Office of Public Information-St. Louis Public Schools
Office Phone: 314-345-2367
Office Cell: 314-393-0572
Fax: 314-345-2661
Monday, June 08, 2009
SLPS Summer school breaks enrollment record!
Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Julie Linder
June 8, 2009 (314) 345-2367
SLPS Summer school breaks enrollment record!
Summer School’s All-Star Academy Engages Student Learning
ST. LOUIS, MO, June 8, 2009 –This summer a record breaking 12,000 SLPS students from prekindergarten to 12th grade will once again be entering the classroom thanks to the diverse offerings of the St. Louis Public Schools’ All Star Summer Academy.
“The goal of the All Star Summer Academy is to show that education is fun and rewarding,” said Carol Howard, SLPS’ Missouri School Improvement Coordinator. “With so many families struggling financially and forgoing luxury items such as vacations and summer camps, the All Star Summer Academy provides a safe and productive environment for students to avoid the brain drain of summer while spending time with their peers.”
From June 15th until July 24th, the All-Star Summer Academy will be educating students through small class size, an engaging curriculum, and expert instruction. More importantly though it supports the individual academic needs of students through a three-tiered approach to education.
The first tier addresses students who need additional academic training comprehending core curriculum concepts. By the end of the All-Star Academy, students will have a greater understanding in subjects such as math, science, social studies, and communication arts necessary for each grade level.
The second tier addresses students in transition. Students transitioning from pre-kindergarten to kindergarten will participate in the Kindergarten Round Up Program. During the Kindergarten Round Up Program, students will receive individual attention from instructors in the areas of literacy and numeracy to fulfill the educational expectation required for Kindergarten students. In addition, students will be exposed to class routines to provide a smooth transition necessary to begin productive classroom training when students enter Kindergarten in the Fall.
Elementary students transitioning to middle school will participate in the Middle School Transition Program. During the Middle School Transition Program, students transitioning into the sixth grade will be given instruction and practice for the increasing academic demands of middle school by receiving a preview of the departmentalized curriculum.
Students transitioning from eighth grade into high school will participate in the Ninth Grade Transition Program. The Ninth Grade Transition Program prepares students for the challenges and opportunities in high school by utilizing Covey’s Seven Habits of Highly Successful Teens to learn how to manage the increased demands of a high school education and social life by providing real life exercises and discussions. After participating in the program, students will have the academic and social skills necessary to meet the demands of the 21st century student.
The third tier addresses students who would like to earn additional credits towards early graduation or students who would like to take general subjects during the summer to free up their schedule for more advanced courses in the Fall, when many of the advanced courses are provided.
The St. Louis Public Schools is still accepting students interested in enrolling in the All-Star Summer Academy. For more information please contact the Parent Support Specialists of SLPS, Warice Davis 345-4692 or Debra El 345-2418.
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If I can be of further service please let me know. Thank you and have a great day!
Sincerely,
Julie Linder
Media Relations
Office of Public Information-St. Louis Public Schools
Office Phone: 314-345-2367
Office Cell: 314-393-0572
Fax: 314-345-2661
Wednesday, June 03, 2009
Clifton Heights Neighborhood Association Minutes April 27, 2009
Clifton Heights Neighborhood Association Minutes April 27, 2009
President Becky Hughes called the meeting to order at 7:05pm and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Minutes of the March meeting were distributed, read, and a motion to accept as presented was made, seconded, and approved.
President Becky Hughes gave the President’s Report. We had a good turnout for our first Coffee in the Park of 2009, and hope to see more of you next month! Teresa Maletich has volunteered to be our new newsletter editor.
Tiny Schaper presented the Treasurer’s Report. The starting balance in our Checking account was $3399.74. He has written a couple of checks, but he has not gotten a statement showing them cleared yet, so he hesitates to update the balance. He did get a few dues at the last meeting and a couple of things in the mail ($100 donation from Colleen Bridges, leftover from her campaign for Alderman). The balance after the outstanding checks have cleared should be $3297.39. He will have a more comprehensive report next time.
The starting balance in our Savings account was $4822.32; it earned $2.58 in interest leaving a final balance of $4824.90. Remember, the Savings account cannot be touched, it’s where the IRS funds come out. Business membership dues should read $25 in the newsletter, not the old $20.
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President Becky Hughes called the meeting to order at 7:05pm and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Minutes of the March meeting were distributed, read, and a motion to accept as presented was made, seconded, and approved.
President Becky Hughes gave the President’s Report. We had a good turnout for our first Coffee in the Park of 2009, and hope to see more of you next month! Teresa Maletich has volunteered to be our new newsletter editor.
Tiny Schaper presented the Treasurer’s Report. The starting balance in our Checking account was $3399.74. He has written a couple of checks, but he has not gotten a statement showing them cleared yet, so he hesitates to update the balance. He did get a few dues at the last meeting and a couple of things in the mail ($100 donation from Colleen Bridges, leftover from her campaign for Alderman). The balance after the outstanding checks have cleared should be $3297.39. He will have a more comprehensive report next time.
The starting balance in our Savings account was $4822.32; it earned $2.58 in interest leaving a final balance of $4824.90. Remember, the Savings account cannot be touched, it’s where the IRS funds come out. Business membership dues should read $25 in the newsletter, not the old $20.
Read More >>>>>
Thursday, May 21, 2009
District Notifies Students and Families of First Confirmed Case of H1N1 Influenza
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Julie Linder
May 21, 2009 Phone: 314-345-2367
District Notifies Students and Families of First Confirmed Case of H1N1 Influenza
St. Louis — On Wednesday, May 20th, after school dismissal, the Office of the Superintendent, as well as the Office of Health Services, became aware of the District’s first confirmed case of H1N1 Influenza (referred to as “swine flu”).
The student first became ill with flu-like symptoms on the night of Friday, May 15th. The student has NOT returned to school since that time. Reported symptoms of the H1N1 Influenza include, but are not limited to: fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. A few more patients than usual have also reported diarrhea and vomiting.
At this time, the City of St. Louis Department of Health has recommended that the school remain open because NO other cases of flu-like symptoms have been reported in the school and NO other positive cases of the H1N1 flu virus have been diagnosed.
An informative letter from the City of St. Louis Department of Health, as well as a fact sheet, will be sent home today with each student to share with his/her family in the affected school. In addition, to ensure the health of the District’s students, employees and families, the District will continue to work with local, state and national health agencies to monitor and aggressively communicate general information about the illness to ensure that the necessary precautions are taken.
If a student, staff, or employee is experiencing or showing flu-like symptoms the District asks that you remain home, notify the District of your absence, and contact a health care provider immediately. For more information please contact the Office of Public Information, 314-345-2367.
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Additional Notes: The St. Louis Public Schools District will be maintaining the current school calendar by closing schools on Friday, May 22nd, for Recordkeeping Day and Monday, May 25th, for Memorial Day.
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Clifton Heights Neighborhood Association Minutes March 23, 2009
Clifton Heights Neighborhood Association Minutes
March 23, 2009
President Becky Hughes called the meeting to order at 7:05pm and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Minutes of the February meeting were distributed, read, and a motion to accept as presented was made, seconded, and approved.
President Becky Hughes presented the President’s Report. CHNA elections are next month; Josh and Julie will be stepping down; Becky would stay on, but would prefer to move into the VP position; Tiny is willing to stay on as Treasurer; any member can run for any position. Woody is heading the nomination committee; talk with him or any of the officers if you are interested in being on the Board.
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March 23, 2009
President Becky Hughes called the meeting to order at 7:05pm and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Minutes of the February meeting were distributed, read, and a motion to accept as presented was made, seconded, and approved.
President Becky Hughes presented the President’s Report. CHNA elections are next month; Josh and Julie will be stepping down; Becky would stay on, but would prefer to move into the VP position; Tiny is willing to stay on as Treasurer; any member can run for any position. Woody is heading the nomination committee; talk with him or any of the officers if you are interested in being on the Board.
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