OLD TOWN CLAYTON NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION

Countdown to the Centennial - Trivia Night Event

2012-02-14T13:07:00.000-06:00

Saturday, March 3, 2012
Parish Hall, St. Joseph Church
106 N Meramec Avenue, Clayton MO 63105
More details at www.claytonhistorysociety.org

We encourage everyone to consider putting together a table of friends for the upcoming Clayton Century Foundation (CCF) History Trivia Night. While this is a fund raising event, it is also a great "friend-raising" event.There is a number of great prizes and raffle items including cash prizes for the first and second place tables, and gift baskets from Ruth's Chris, Kaldi's, Extra Virgin, The St Louis Zoo, and many more. Your participation will help CCF History as they strive to preserve the history and artifacts of our community, support the preservation and educational programs at The Hanley House, and publish the newest book on the City of Clayton to coincide with our centennial celebration.

Download and print flyer

Clayton Century Foundation (CCF) History - Next Lecture Event

2012-02-14T12:57:00.000-06:00

Wednesday, March 21, 2012
The Center of Clayton
50 Gay Avenue, Clayton MO 63105

Speaker: Police Chief Thomas Byrne,
Clayton's Changing Landscape

Free, public event. Everyone is invited. Armed with intimate details of all the major events that have taken place in Clayton during his tenure, Chief Thomas Byrne will share some of his most memorable experiences with the audience.

Clayton Event Announcements

2012-01-17T13:01:00.002-06:00

TONIGHT - TUESDAY, JANUARY 17TH -

Just a reminder about the community gathering TONIGHT at The Center of Clayton. Please forward this invitation to your neighbors. Thank YOU

Clayton’s Mayor, Board of Aldermen and Century Foundation cordially invite you to participate in a community gathering to discuss Clayton’s 2013 year-long Centennial celebration.

The gathering will be held at The Center of Clayton, 50 Gay Avenue and hosted by KMOX personality and Clayton’s own Charlie Brennan.

TONIGHT - Tuesday, January 17, 2012 at 5:30 to 7 p.m. Light refreshments will be available.

Please RSVP to Janet at 314.802.7763 jlemay@ci.clayton.mo.us

TOMORROW - WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 18TH -

Clayton Century Foundation History Lecture (free public event)

7 pm - Center of Clayton

Presentation by Mark Goldfeder , "Streetcars of Clayton - Part 2".

Clayton - Green Power Community Challenge

2011-11-11T11:59:00.001-06:00

Clayton residents and business owners, you can help Clayton maintain its unique status as the first city in Missouri to achieve the EPA's designation as a Green Power Community (GPC). Since the city qualified as a GPC, the EPA upped the ante. By the end of 2011, 3% of the power used in the City of Clayton must come from green sources. The challenge effort needs your support NOW to help reach the goal. Spread the Challenge message by encouraging friends and family to sign up for Pure Power during the Clayton Green Power Challenge.

To thank you for your support, any Clayton resident that enrolls online or over the phone between now and December 31st will receive a free, anytime Wehrenberg Movie Ticket in the mail.

There are two ways to support green power: install solar on your home or business or enroll in a voluntary green power program. For details or to enroll, send your name, Ameren Missouri billing address and phone number to Clayton's GPC leader Cindy Bambini at cbambini@3degreesinc.com

ADDITIONAL DETAILS AND RELATED LINKS:

www.mogpc.com/clayton

http://clayton-richmondheights.patch.com/blog_posts/local-voices-join-claytons-green-power-community-challenge

Invitation to participate in a research study

2011-11-04T12:03:00.001-05:00

Dr. Jenn Ohs andher research team at St. Louis University are conducting a study to examinehiring preferences. The study includes a short video depicting a job interviewfollowed by a short questionnaire. At the end of the survey, participants canenter a drawing to win a $50 giftcard to either Target or Best Buy. Here is thelink to the online survey:

https://slu.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_bKQTAjYqyf3dwJ6

November 17th - CCF History Lecture

2011-11-04T12:02:00.000-05:00

St. Louis County Historian, Esley Hamilton,will discuss the history of Clayton Churches and Synagogues and the surroundingarea on Thursday, November 17.

The free lecture on Tghursday, November 17th begins at 7:00 p.m. at The Center of Clayton.

Esley Hamilton, a preservation historian atSt. Louis County Department of Parks and Recreation and lecturer at WashingtonUniversity, is one of the region's most prominent historians. In May 2011,Hamilton received the H. Meade Summers Award.

Reminder: Annual Meeting Tomorrow

2011-09-13T17:10:00.001-05:00

PLEASE NOTE: The NORTH DOOR of the building is closed due to construction. Please enter the Parish Hall directly through the SOUTH DOOR, located off Maryland Avenue.

ANNUAL MEETING NOTICE TO OLD TOWN RESIDENTS
Wednesday, September 14th, 2011
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
St. Joseph’s Parish Hall
…Corner of N. Meramec and Maryland Avenue…

September 14th - ANNUAL OLD TOWN CLAYTON NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING

2011-09-01T15:27:00.004-05:00

ANNUAL MEETING NOTICE TO OLD TOWN RESIDENTS
Wednesday, September 14th, 2011
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
St. Joseph’s Parish Hall
…Corner of N. Meramec and Maryland Avenue…

FREE ATTENDANCE PRIZES!(updated 9/5/11)

TOUCHSTONES NECKLACE - designed by Jill Evans Petzall, this freshwater pearl collar necklace is not like your mother’s pearls! This necklace is made with coppery-bronze keshi pearls flecked with tourmaline gemstones and closed with a sturdy vermeil magnet clasp. Length 15 ½ inches. To see more of Jill’s jewelry designs, visit www.touchstonestouch.com, or visit her at her home-studio. Price valued at: $200.
STRAUB'S - $20 gift certificate
ROBERT GOVERO HAIR SALON - Gift certificate for haircut, style, and blowdry wih Vince Santangelo - $55 value
HANLEY HOUSE - Miscellaneous items

Mark your calendars for our popular, informative annual neighborhood meeting.

Our program will include Clayton updates from Mayor Linda Goldstein...City Manager Craig Owens... Ward III Aldermen, Steve Lichtenfeld and Mark Winings...Police Chief Tom Byrne....and Fire Chief Mark Thorp. There will be time allotted for questions following the end of presentations.

You and your family are encouraged to attend this special event to hear news that impacts Clayton and our Old Town neighborhood.

Exciting attendance prizes from local retailers will be awarded to some lucky attendees. Invite your neighbors! You don't want to miss this event!

Upcoming Events

2011-07-19T16:56:00.000-05:00

CCF History Lecture Series - (free and open to the public)

Wednesday, July 20

7:00 pm

Location - Center of Clayton

'The History of Oak Knoll Park' - Jim Sherby will discuss the early history of the beautifully preserved land, and the Rice and Goldman families who developed the property with two large homes that continue to serve the community as the Clayton Childcare Center and the St. Louis Artists’ Guild. An examination of ghost stories associated with the property will be presented! Jim Sherby is the author of From New Madrid to Claverach, How an Earthquake Spawned a St. Louis Suburb.

Storytime at the Hanley House

Thursdays, July 21, July 28, August 4, August 11

10:00 am

Location - Historic Hanley House

Bring your children to the Historic Hanley House on Thursday mornings for a special story time. An historic interpreter will share stories both new and old. Children will also delight in learning an historic craft and the final story time will feature a special tea party for children.

Resident fee: $10

Non-resident fee: $12

Hanley House Herb Tour

Saturday, July 23

11:00 am

Historic Hanley House

Join us for this special tour of the Historic Hanley House and learn about the importance of herbs and other plant life in the 19th century home. Costumed interpreters will lead this tour. Bring your gardening shears and you will be invited to take clippings from the Hanley House Herb Garden.

Resident fee: $7

Non-resident fee: $10

Hanley House Dig for Boy Scouts

Saturday, July 30

10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Location - Hanley Park

This program is designed to fulfill the requirements for an Archaeology Merit Badge. Scouts will learn the history of the Hanley family using the basic principles of archaeology. All participants should be clothed properly including sturdy tennis shoes/boots, old pants and shirts. Sunscreen and a water bottle are also advised. We will break for lunch in Hanley Park. Scouts should bring a sack lunch. Pre-registration is required. Please call Sarah Umlauf to register: 314-226-9893. Cost is $10 per Scout.

Annual Meeting of the Old Town Clayton Neighborhood Association

Wednesday, September 14

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Location - St Joseph Church - Parish Hall

Mark your calendar for our annual meeting and learn about what's new in the city of Clayton from the Mayor, Ward 3 Aldermen, City Manager, and Police and Fire Chiefs.

Crime Alert from Judy Kekich, Clayton Communications Coordinator

2011-06-24T10:54:00.000-05:00

The Clayton Police Department has issued the following statement and ask that you forward it to your neighbors. It would be helpful to encourage them to forward it to their Clayton neighbors. Thank you for your help in protecting our community.

The Clayton Police Department reports a recent increase in car break-ins throughout the Clayton community. These break-ins are also occurring throughout the St Louis area and particularly in our neighboring communities. Clayton citizens are reminded to always lock vehicles and remove valuables. Leaving items like GPS units and cell phone in plain sight makes your vehicle a prime target. If possible, park your vehicle in your driveway or garage, since thieves generally target vehicles parked on the street. You can help discourage these incidents in our community by reporting any suspicious activity in your neighborhood – please call the Clayton Police at 645-3000.

Judy Kekich
Communications Coordinator

314.290.8473 · Fax 314.863.0295 · jakekich@ci.clayton.mo.us

CITY OF CLAYTON - Administration
10 North Bemiston Avenue · Clayton, MO 63105 · www.claytonmo.gov

OUR MISSION: To foster a vital, balanced community composed of outstanding neighborhoods, quality businesses, commercial and government centers, premier educational institutions, and a healthy natural environment through an open, accessible and fiscally responsible government.

June 14th Board of Alderman Meeting - 7 PM - City Hall

2011-06-13T18:36:00.000-05:00

There is a Clayton Board of Alderman meeting scheduled for tomorrow evening. There are two ordinance items on the agenda that may be of interest to residents of the Old Town neighborhood.

The 6/14/11 Board of Alderman Agenda link:
http://www.claytonmo.gov/Assets/Agendas+and+Minutes/Board+of+Aldermen/Agendas/2011/06-14-11+BOA+Agenda.pdf

1. Ordinance – To approve a one-year extension of the rezoning for 25, 103, 111 & 119 N. Central Avenue. (Bill No. 6264) To consider an extension of the rezoning.

2. Ordinance – To approve a one-year extension of the Planned Unit Development for 25, 103, 111 & 119 N. Central Avenue. (Bill No. 6265) To consider an extension of the Planned Unit Development.

EVENT: Roberts S. Brookings Star on the Walk of Fame

2011-05-28T07:34:00.000-05:00

To commemorate the unveiling of the Robert S. Brookings Star on the St. Louis Walk of Fame, Washington University will co-sponsor a lecture with the Clayton History Society.

The Lecture will take place on Wednesday, June 22, 2011 @ 7:00 p.m. in College Hall on Washington University’s South 40 student housing area. These forty acres along were donated by Brookings to Washington University in 1923. Brookings also donated his home to the University, which now serves as the University’ Alumni House.

The lecture, entitled: Robert S. Brookings, Visionary, Decisive man of action, will highlight Brookings pivotal role as a civic leader in the region at the turn of the century, his creation of the Washington University Campus and its development, as well as the founding of the Brookings Institution. The Lecture is part of the ongoing Clayton Century Foundation Lecture series.

The lecture will be delivered by Eugene J. Mackey, the founding principal of Mackey Mitchell and Associates. In addition to being a distinguished architect who has help shape the face of St. Louis over the last 40 years, Gene is an historian and tour guide who speaks with great authority of the life and times of Robert Brookings.

The University will host a reception following the lecture.

The lecture and reception is free and open to the public, but an RSVP is required. Contact Jane Miller at janemiller@wustl.edu or 314-935-5752 to RSVP.

On June 23 at 11:30 a.m. Chancellor Emeritus William Danforth will take part in the dedication ceremony of Brooking’s star on the St. Louis Walk of Fame. The Brooking star is located at the corner of Skinker and Delmar in front of the “Corner Building.” This building was recently purchased and renovated by Washington University.

Annual Old Town Neighborhood Association Meeting is scheduled

2011-05-16T08:41:00.000-05:00

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2011

ANNUAL MEETING

OLD TOWN CLAYTON NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION

7:00 PM

ST JOSEPH'S PARISH HALL

Wednesday, May 18 - "The Civil War Through the Eyes of the Hanley Family"

2011-05-16T08:37:00.001-05:00

In honor of the Civil War Sesquicentennial, the presentation will look at the Civil War landscape of the community today known as Clayton, Missouri.

For this presentation, we will be in Oasis Room B which is located on the second floor of the Center of Clayton.

May 31 Application Deadline - Join Mayor's Youth Advisory Council

2011-04-29T10:53:00.005-05:00

Applications are being accepted for the 2001-2012 Mayor's Youth Advisory Council. The MYAC is a collaboration between the City of Clayton and the Clayton School District. The program is designed to encourage high school students to become active in the community by participating in local government. The eleven high school juniors and seniors attend city commission meetings, meet with the mayor to discuss current issues, and work together on a community project.

Terms are two years for juniors, one year for seniors. Six slots are open for this year.

For an application, go to http://claytonmyac.webs.com//MYAC%20application2011.pdf

Visit their website: http://claytonmyac.webs.com/

April 14 and April 30 - Hanley House Events

2011-04-12T13:29:00.005-05:00

Public Forum: Hanley Park Outdoor Classroom
Thursday, April 14, 2011
7:00 pm Multi-purpose Room C
Center of Clayton
50 Gay Avenue
Clayton, MO 63105

The public is invited to a forum to review the proposed design for the Hanley Park Outdoor Classroom. The forum will begin at 7 p.m. in Meeting Room C at The Center. Architects from Kuhlmann Design Group will be on hand to present design plans and answer questions. For more information, contact Parks & Recreation Director Patty DeForrest at 314.290.8464 or pdeforrest@ci.clayton.mo.us

Hanley House Herb Sale
Saturday, April 30 in Hanley Park
9 a.m. to noon

Join us for the annual Historic Hanley House Herb Sale. This is your chance to buy your spring herbs and support the museum. Herbs sold for $4 each.

Reminders - Meet the Candidate Events

2011-03-28T12:42:00.007-05:00

Tuesday, March 29th, 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Center of Clayton location - Clayton Chamber of Commerce is hosting an Aldermanic / County Assessor's Forum event. It is a Brown Bag event - you may bring your lunch or purchase from the Subway located in the Center. This is an opportunity for you to meet and hear from the candidates. This event is free and open to the public. Please RSVP to the Chamber of Commerce if you plan to attend - call 726-3033 or email ccc@claytoncommerce.com

This Thursday, March 31st, 7 p.m. at Clayton High School - The Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council will host the Evening with the Candidates event that will feature the Aldermanic and School Board candidates running in the April 5 election.

Ward III Candidates - Campaign Information

2011-03-14T15:12:00.008-05:00

Election Day is Tuesday, April 5th and we must all prepare to choose one of three qualified candidates running for the seat vacated by outgoing Alderman Alex Berger. The candidates have supplied me with their contact information and related materials that they gave permission for distribution. Feel free to contact any or all of them with your comments or questions. Information regarding the three candidates below in alphabetical order are: Jim Holtzman Phone: 314-725-1631 Email: jholtzman@sbglobal.net No website.......click on Campaign Brochure below: Steve Singer Phone: 314-727-2308 or 314-727-1605 Email: SteveforWard3@gmail.com Campaign Website: http://www.steveforward3.info/

Mark Winings Phone: 314-725-9182 Email: WiningsForAlderman@gmail.com Campaign Website: http://www.markwinings.com/

Hanley House Events - February 12th and March 19th

2011-02-10T09:24:00.002-06:00

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New Design for City of Clayton's Website

2011-01-25T09:07:00.007-06:00

Check out the City of Clayton's new website design and web address link. It is much easier to remember!

http://www.claytonmo.gov/

2011 Clayton History Society Lecture Series

2010-12-28T11:00:00.000-06:00

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Hanley House Candlelight Tour - December 23rd

2010-12-16T11:04:00.005-06:00

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For the final week leading up to the tour, admission is now buy 1, get 1 free!

If you purchase a ticket for this historic program, you can register a friend that is of equal or lesser value.

I hope you will be able to take advantage of this very special gift! Please visit the front desk at the Center of Clayton to register or call 314-290-8500 and refer to course # 10802 to sign up for the 5:00 pm tour or course # 10803 to sign up for the 7:00 tour.

Come to the Hanley House and enjoy a holiday tour of the oldest home in Clayton, listen to live holiday music performed by the Clayton Silver Strings, see a live candle making demonstration, enjoy hot wassail and you may even have the chance to see Father Christmas. I hope to see you on Thursday, December 23rd!

Are you aware of the city's Online Service Center?

2010-11-19T15:18:00.003-06:00

The City of Clayton is committed to providing its customers and website users the latest online resources and applications to make communicating and doing business with City staff easier and more efficient then ever.

The ONLINE SERVICE CENTER contains:

FAQ Knowledge Base
Find answers to the most frequently asked questions.

Pay Traffic Tickets Online
Pay for traffic (not parking) tickets issued in Clayton. Parking tickets must be paid in person at Clayton City Hall, 10 N Bemiston.

Customer Service Center
Submit a non-emergency service request such as a street light, or traffic signal outage, trees obstructing signage or missed trash pickups.

Register for Parks and Recreation Programs
Browse through real-time information, register and pay for recreation activities.

Check Picnic and Shelter Availability
Check the availability of shelters and picnic pads in Shaw Park.
Corporate Tent, North Shelter, South Shelter, Picnic Pad #1, Picnic Pad #2, Picnic Pad #3, Picnic Pad #4, Picnic Pad #5

Haunted Hanley House Events - October 30th and 31st

2010-10-29T06:59:00.001-05:00

There are a few slots left to fill!

October 20th - Clayton History Society Lecture - The Moorlands

2010-10-17T19:09:00.002-05:00

Download the event flyer:

Clayton History Lecture - The Moorlands

Hanley House Herald Newsletter - Fall Edition

2010-10-17T18:53:00.005-05:00

I hope you enjoy the latest edition of the Hanley House Herald - a newsletter for friends of the Historic Hanley House.

Take note of page 7 where you can see a list of upcoming events especially the Haunted Hanley House! This year, the special tour for kids will be held on Saturday, October 30th and Sunday, October 31st at 4:00 pm each night. To register, visit http://www.centerofclayton.com/ or call 314-290-8500. Be sure to refer to program code 10542 (Saturday) or 10543 (Sunday). The cost is $7 for residents, $10 for non-residents and chaperones are free.

New this year will be a Halloween tour for grown-ups on Saturday, October 30 at 5:00 pm. This tour is offered through Oasis - St. Louis and the fee is $7. Visit www.oasisnet.org/stlouis for more information.

Hope to see many of you soon at the Historic Hanley House.

Yours truly,
Sarah Umlauf
Community Resource Coordinator
314.226.9893
Fax 314.226.9326
sumlauf@ci.clayton.mo.us

Party On The Point Event - August 27th

2010-08-19T15:44:00.003-05:00

Mark your calendars and attend this live music fundraising party on Friday, August 27th! It is located in the Old Town neighborhood. Purchase tickets online HERE. Click on image below to enlarge and view.

Proposition P Town Hall Meetings - July 12 and July 28

2010-07-12T11:14:00.001-05:00

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July 7th - ANNUAL OLD TOWN CLAYTON NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING

2010-07-06T12:09:00.001-05:00

ANNUAL MEETING NOTICE TO OLD TOWN RESIDENTS
Wednesday, July 7th, 2010
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
St. Joseph’s Parish Hall
…Corner of N. Meramec & Maryland Avenue…

ATTENDANCE PRIZES! (updated on 7/6/10)

Almond's Restaurant - Dinner for 2 gift certificate
City Coffee - $25 gift certificate
Flowers of Clayton - centerpiece
Hanley House - Package of Jam Cake and recipe, note cards, coloring books, a 19th century game
Straub's Grocery - $20 gift certificate
St. Louis Zoo - tote bag full of prizes
Timekeepers - Black and white pearls gift set
Touchstones - Be naturally chic in this summery strand of white, keshi petal pearls, highlighted with miniature, chrysophace briolette gemstones and a hammered sterling silver clasp. The length is adjustable between 17 and 19 inches. Exclusive design by Old Town neighbor Jill Evans Petzall.

Mark your calendars now to attend our informative and free annual neighborhood meeting. Our program includes brief remarks from Clayton Mayor Linda Goldstein...City Manager Craig Owens... Ward III Aldermen, Alex Berger and Steve Lichtenfeld...Police Chief Tom Byrne....and Fire Chief Mark Thorp. There will be time allotted for questions following the end of presentations.

You and your family are encouraged to attend this special event to hear news about Clayton and our Old Town neighborhood. Learn more about the Police Department’s planned move, the August ballot initiatives, and other development news. Exciting attendance prizes from local retailers will be awarded to some lucky attendees, so plan now to attend and bring your neighbors!

June 16th - Clayton History Society Lecture

2010-06-15T15:04:00.003-05:00

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ENLARGED IN ANOTHER WINDOW.

Public Forums to Continue the Master Plan

2010-06-05T14:09:00.003-05:00

The Parks & Recreation Department is currently undertaking further refinement of the Master Plan that was completed in 2007. In order to do so, a series of Public Forums are scheduled to solicit input from residents concerning potential enhancements related to program areas in Shaw Park and Hanley Park. We invite you to attend any or all of the following forums to let us know what you think.

Shaw Park
Thursday, June 17: 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Thursday, July 15: 7:00 - 9:00 pm

Hanley House
Wednesday, June 23: 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Wednesday, August 25: 7:00 - 9:00 pm

All Public Forums will be held at The Center of Clayton. For more information, contact Patty DeForrest at pdeforrest@ci.clayton.mo.us

Ice Cream Social at Hanley House - June 12th

2010-06-05T14:01:00.000-05:00

Clayton History Society Series Presentation - April 21st

2010-04-11T14:02:00.003-05:00

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Ameren PurePower Presentation - April 13th

2010-04-11T13:42:00.006-05:00

From Alderman Alex Berger to Old Town Clayton Residents:

"The Mayor and Board of Aldermen would like to invite you to attend the Board of Aldermen (Discussion Session) meeting, Tuesday, April 13th, 6:15 p.m. at City Hall to hear a representative from AmerenUE’s PurePower program give a presentation on the Green Power Initiative."

Tips and Facts

Mayor's Youth Advisory Council

2010-04-03T13:22:00.002-05:00

Do you know a teen Interested in a future in government, politics or public service?

The City of Clayton is seeking energetic, engaged students to be part of our city's civic discourse. As part of the Mayor's Youth Advisory Council, high school juniors and senior will get a behind the scenes look at the workings of city government and connect with city leaders one-on-one. They will participate in the conversations that shape our community, adding student perspective as they sit on city commissions in an advisory capacity.

Requirements:

Must be a resident of the City of Clayton attending Clayton High School or a private school or a non-resident attending Clayton High School.
Must be entering the 11th or 12th grade in fall of 2010. Juniors will serve a 2-year term; seniors will serve until graduation.
Must maintain good citizenship.
Must demonstrate community interest and a willingness to serve the youth and community of the City of Clayton.

Selection Process:

Eight youth regular members and up to three alternate members will be selected from applications submitted by May 31.

For more information, visit http://www.ci.clayton.mo.us/. Selected members will be announced summer 2010.

Click here for application.

Proposition W on the ballot

2010-03-05T15:56:00.001-06:00

Proposition W will be on the April 6, 2010 ballot. It regards the future of Wydown Middle School. Take time to get informed.

Following are some links to help you prepare and decide to vote FOR or AGAINST Proposition W.

http://www.clayton.k12.mo.us/40361012692957643/site/default.asp

http://www.wydowntomorrow.org/

http://site.betterplanforwydown.org/Resources.html

Public Meeting - Tuesday, March 16, 2010

2010-03-05T13:34:00.006-06:00

The public is invited t0 attend:

CBD Master Plan/Retail Study Update
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
6 p.m.
The Center of Clayton

Consultant Sasaki Associates, Inc. in association with AECOM will present the draft CBD (Central Business District) Master Plan and Retail Study at a public meeting where the consultants will request comments and input from the audience.

Six areas in Clayton are proposed for development opportunities. The Meramec Gateway presentation should be particularly interesting to Old Town residents because it involves development plans on N. Meramec. Your input is welcome.

Sasaki Associates of Boston was selected to update and revise the Central Business District (CBD) portion of the Business District Master Plan and produce a retail and marketing study and action plan for the CBD. Data collection and interpretation performed by consultants from Sasaki Associates and Economics Research Associates/AECOM is well underway. A public meeting to review findings and solicit feedback from attendants via a charette was held on January 21, 2010. You are invited to view the January 21, 2010 presentation HERE and send your feedback to masterplancomments@ci.clayton.mo.us.

Comunity Feedback from January 21st meeting

Hanley House Newsletter

2010-02-15T17:58:00.004-06:00

http://claytonhistorysociety.org/pdfs/herald_v3i1_2010.pdf

Event Announcement- CLAYTON HISTORY SOCIETY SPEAKER SERIES

2010-02-07T12:34:00.010-06:00

CLAYTON HISTORY SOCIETY

SPEAKER SERIES

DATE AND TIME
Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at 7:00 PM

FEATURED SPEAKER
Jim Sherby

PRESENTATION TOPIC
'From New Madrid To Claverach’ – Mr. Sherby will discuss his newly released book that chronicles the Clayton neighborhood's rise from farmland to an exciting urban environment and how it is connected to the earthquakes of 1811 - 1812 in New Madrid, Missouri.

LOCATION
Center of Clayton
50 Gay Avenue
Clayton, MO 63105

ADDITIONAL DETAILS
This is a free public event sponsored by the

Clayton Century Foundation - Clayton History Society.

Bring your friends.

Mr. Sherby will be available to personally sign books purchased at this event.

Taylor Park work update

2010-01-11T11:49:00.001-06:00

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Hanley House Event - December 17th

2009-12-04T10:52:00.002-06:00

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Haunted Hanley House - Children's Event - October 30th and 31st

2009-10-23T17:29:00.006-05:00

Haunted Hanley House Event Flyer

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Save the date: 9/16/09 - ANNUAL OLD TOWN CLAYTON NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING

2009-09-15T14:58:00.002-05:00

Wednesday, September 16th, 2009

7:00 PM

St. Joseph Parish Hall

WE THANK THE FOLLOWING DONORS FOR ATTENDANCE PRIZES!

ALMONDS RESTAURANT
CITY COFFEE
HANLEY HOUSE EVENT
HARRY AND DAVIDS
JENNIFERS PHARMACY AND SODA SHOP
JORDANS AUTO SERVICE
PASTA PLUS RESTAURANT
ROXANNE RESTAURANT
ST. LOUIS ZOO
STRAUBS GROCERY

Mark your calendars now to attend our informative and free annual neighborhood meeting. St. Joseph's Parish Hall is located at N. Meramec and Maryland in Old Town. Our program includes brief remarks from Clayton Mayor Linda Goldstein...City Manager Craig Owens... Ward III Aldermen, Alex Berger and Steve Lichtenfeld...Police Chief Tom Byrne....and Fire Chief Mark Thorp. There will also be presentations from Sarah Umlauf regarding Historic Hanley House events. A representative from the newly formed Clayton Century Foundation will also give a brief presentation. There will be time allotted for questions following all presentations.

You and your family are encouraged to attend this special event to hear news about Clayton and our Old Town Clayton neighborhood. We expect a record turnout this year. Attendance prizes will be awarded to some lucky attendees, so plan now to attend and bring your neighbors!

Hike into History with Esley Hamilton

2009-08-31T16:50:00.004-05:00

The Wydown-Forsyth National Historic District

Saturday, September 26, 2009

9:00 am to 11:00 am

Site of the Philippine exhibit at the World's Fair, this neighborhood was intended by Robert Brookings and Thomas Skinker to provide a worthy setting for Washington University. The distinguished architect-designed houses have attracted many outstanding residents over the past century. Group will meet at the north door of the Church of St. Michael and St. George on Ellenwood at Wydown. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Pre-registration is required.

Cost $5.00 To Register, call 290-8500 and refer to Program # 9092 or visit http://www.centerofclayton.com/ and search for program Code # 9092

Wydown Tomorrow - A letter to the Clayton community

2009-08-31T13:34:00.002-05:00

Dear Old Town Clayton Neighborhood Association,

I have been asked to share the letter below with you regarding the future of Wydown Middle School by Kristin Redington, a Clayton resident and Co-Chair of Wydown Tomorrow. More information can be found at http://www.wydowntomorrow.org

Feel free to share this post with other Clayton neighbors and friends.

Thanks and Regards,

Cheryl Verde
President, Old Town Clayton Neighbrhood Association
Website http://www.oldtownclayton.org/
Follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/oldtownclayton

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Friday August 28th, from 5:00 pm - 10 pm

2009-08-25T11:08:00.002-05:00

The inaugural PARTY ON THE POINT event is scheduled on the grounds of St. Joseph Church which is located in Old Town. PARTY ON THE POINT is a fundraiser to support primarily Habitat for Humanity. For young adults and young at heart, PARTY ON THE POINT will bring together friends, neighbors, and fellow parishioners for music, great food, and lots of fun on the parking lots of the church. You must be 21 or older to attend.

Information and tickets are available via http://www.partyonthepoint.com . Tomorrow (Wednesday) is the last day to purchase advance tickets for $25.00 online, or at the parish rectory! The price will be $35.00 at the door on the day of the event.

PARTY ON THE POINT - Ticket information on new website

2009-07-28T10:39:00.004-05:00

http://partyonthepoint.com

PARTY ON THE POINT - Event Announcement - Call for Volunteers

2009-06-18T10:58:00.008-05:00

The inaugural PARTY ON THE POINT event has been announced by St. Joseph's Church. Slated for Friday August 28th, from 5:00 pm - 10 pm., PARTY ON THE POINT will be a fundraiser to support outreach missions of St. Joseph Church, primarily Habitat for Humanity, in this first year of the event. For young adults and young at heart, PARTY ON THE POINT will bring together friends, neighbors, and fellow parishioners for music, great food, and lots of fun on the parking lots of the church. Information on ticket sales will be available next month.

Volunteers are needed for many jobs such as ticket sales, gates and supplies. Volunteering is a great way to meet people., make friends, have fun and serve a worthy cause. All volunteers will receive a reduced admission to the event and a t-shirt. If you are interested in becoming an event sponsor, please contact Meg Shuff at (312) 953-5973 or meg@eageninc.com for more information.

Tonight - Important BOE Meeting - 7 pm

2009-06-15T12:17:00.003-05:00

Details:
School District of Clayton
Monday, June 15, 2009 - 07:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Board of Education Meeting-CHS Library
Regular Business Meeting
Location:
Administrative Center
Contact Information:
Phone: 854-6017

Dear Old Town Clayton Neighbors,

The Clayton Board of Education has an agenda item to vote on at their upcoming meeting tonight - Monday, June 15, 2009 to declare the Maryland School property surplus and place it on the market for development. The following email was forwarded to me with an attachment. I have been asked to share this document with the Old Town residents for their review.

Lastly, if you know of any good potential candidates to elect to the School Board in the Old Town/Hanley Place/Clayton Gardens area, please let me know so I can pass that information along.

Thanks and Regards,

Cheryl Verde
President, Old Town Clayton Neighborhood Association

Dear Friends and Neighbors:

It appears that I have become an unofficial spokesman for a portion of Clayton due to my efforts to help preserve a much needed green space over the past year or so and due to the recent success of the Clayton Community Garden on the Maryland School site. The Board of Education has an agenda item to vote at their upcoming meeting on Monday, June 15, 2009 to declare this property surplus and place it on the market for development.

A group of approximately 40 Clayton residents provided insight and advice at a meeting earlier this week. The attached document represents their collective thoughts on the topic.

WE ASK THAT YOU REVIEW THE ATTACHED DOCUMENT, PRINT IT OUT , SIGN IT AND SEND IT VIA MAIL OR EMAIL TO THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION TO EXPRESS CONCERN ABOUT THE POSSIBLE SALE OF THIS PROPERTY. PLEASE PLAN TO ATTEND THE BOE MEETING ON MONDAY, JUNE 15 TO VOICE YOUR CONCERN AS WELL.

We also ask that you forward this attachment to other Clayton residents you know who are interested in preserving green and historic space within the City of Clayton. We will never get back land like this if it is sold and we urge you to help in our efforts to ask the Board of Education to review this proposal more closely.

Thanks for your time and interest.

Steven Rosenblum

The attachment:

Clayton Citizens for the Preservation of Neighborhood Schools

As residents of the City of Clayton we feel that a discussion regarding the sale of the Maryland and Bracken Buildings is premature and should be reviewed further before a vote is cast. We respectfully submit a request that the Board of Education members vote to table this proposed agenda item for the following reasons:

1) There needs to be a well conceived updated Master Plan for all of the facilities in the Clayton School District one that takes into account the Wydown and Maryland/Bracken properties in the current economic and political times
2) The economy and real estate markets are much different than they were three years ago when the Highest and Best Use for the Maryland School Property analysis was last done during the height of the real estate bubble as well as even a year and a half ago when the Properties and Partnerships Subcommittee prepared their report
3) There is an identified need for green space and park space within the City of Clayton that is currently met and could be maintained at this site especially considering the fact that it abuts the Historic Hanley House
4) There are numerous innovative educational uses that could be conceived for grades K-12 at this space including the teaching of real life skills such as finances, home economics and agriculture perhaps in conjunction with Hanley House
5) There may very well be a need for additional schools in the future as demographics change as evidenced by the current need to repurchase land in Ladue and other places around the country where properties which were deemed surplus at the time are now needed to house students
6) The buildings themselves have much historic value as prime examples of William Ittner’s work considering more than 35 of his schools are listed on the National Register of Historic Places
7) For more than 160 years this land has been an integral part of Clayton history first as part of the Hanley Farm then as a gift to the City 132 years ago and next as part of a land deal with the School District of Clayton 118 years ago and has housed a school on Maryland Avenue for 92 years
8) The field space, basketball courts and other athletic amenities at the site could and should be used by the School District
9) There is a continued threat of encroachment and erosion of this space by Washington University and other commercial uses into the neighborhoods of Clayton that is feared throughout the City
10) The Board of Education has a responsibility to represent the needs of this quadrant of Clayton by involving the neighbors in decision making regarding this property which predated the City and the neighborhood
11) Maryland Elementary School is a neighborhood school (defined as being within a child's walking distance, +/- 1/2 mile, from the home) just as are all the other Clayton elementary schools. Neighborhood school is one of the core concepts of the Clayton master plan. To eliminate the future access to and ownership of this facility in Old Town/Hanley Place/Clayton Garden would be a great and permanent loss for the whole City

Shop Clayton Shops on June 26th

2009-06-09T15:46:00.003-05:00

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Letter to Neighbors living near Bracken/Maryland Buildings

2009-06-02T14:55:00.006-05:00

* Click on image below to enlarge

The official letter above was mailed on Friday, May 29th to the neighbors that live around the Maryland School and Bracken Buildings. The letter let them know that the Board of Education will be discussing, and likely voting, on the issue of declaring those two properties surplus and making them available for sale at the June 15th Board of Education meeting. The Board wants to make sure that no one feels like this meeting topic was a surprise.

This information was sent to Old Town Clayton Neighborhood Association from:

Chris Tennill, APR
Chief Communications Officer
School District of Clayton
#2 Mark Twain Circle
Clayton, MO 63105
(314) 854-6015 Direct Line
(314) 803-8268 Cell Phone
(314) 854-6093 Fax

Old Town Events - June 6th and June 13th

2009-06-02T14:32:00.004-05:00

Note from Sarah Umlauf to the Old Town Clayton Neighborhood Association:

Dear Friends,

I hope that many of you are planning on attending the History Hike with Esley Hamilton this coming Saturday, June 6th at 9 AM. We will meet at the east corner of Westmoreland and Jackson in Old Town. You may register for the tour by calling or going to the front desk at the Center of Clayton or you may also register online at:
http://online.activecommunities.com/Clayton/Activities/ActivitiesDetails.asp?ProcessWait=N&aid=690

Also, please plan on attending the Hanley House Ice Cream Social scheduled for Saturday, June 13th from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Attached you will find a flyer for the event. Please forward the flyer to your friends, family and coworkers. Who doesn't love ice cream on a Saturday afternoon?

If you are interested in volunteering for the event, we could use tour guides (the museum will be open for tours but no food or drink will be allowed) as well as helpers with our children's games and crafts.

If you would like to volunteer, please let me know what you would like to do and what times you would like help and I will send you either tour information or craft and game instructions.

Thank you everyone for your extra special support!!

Sarah Umlauf,
Community Resource Coordinator
City of Clayton
50 Gay Avenue
Clayton, MO 63105
314-226-9893
Keeping History Alive!

Extension request for RJ York project

2009-05-22T15:24:00.002-05:00

Announcement.....

"RJ York has submitted a request to be on the June 9th Board of Aldermen agenda to extend the approvals associated with the development of the project at Maryland and Central. As you know it has been difficult to secure financing and developers have not been able to start their projects within the year time limit. The City has already approved 2 other extensions but wanted to let the Old Town Neighborhood Association know about this request because of proximity to the Old Town area."

Source: Email sent by Catherine Powers, Director of Clayton Planning & Development on 5/22/09

Upcoming Event Announcements

2009-04-29T15:50:00.002-05:00

Saturday, May 2nd - Herb Sale and Tea Service:
Come to Hanley Park on Saturday, May 2nd to purchase your herbs for 2009 - herbs will be sold for $3 each. While you are in Hanley Park stay and enjoy a very special Tea Service on the grounds of the Historic Martin Franklin Hanley House. Tea service will begin on the hour from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon - what a wonderful event for grandmothers, mothers, and daughters! Limited seating available for the Tea Service and advanced reservations required. To reserve your space for the Tea Service, please pre-register at the Center of Clayton, call 290-8500 and refer to course code 8510 (9:00am), 8511 (10:00am), or 8512 (11:00am) or register on-line at http://online.activecommunities.com/clayton/Activities/ActivitiesDetails.asp?ProcessWait=N&aid=689
- the cost is $5 for residents and $7 for non-residents.

Saturday, June 6th - Old Town Walking Tour:
Hike Into History Walking Tour with Esley Hamilton - Old Town Clayton. County Historian, Esley Hamilton, will lead this walking tour on Saturday, June 6th from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. While the turn-of-the century houses in Clayton north of Maryland are fast being replaced, similar houses in University City are being preserved in the Linden Avenue and Maryland Terrace historic districts. This tour looks at these distinguished houses plus the venerable Hanley House and some of the good new residential work by architect Louis Saur. Group will meet on Westmoreland Drive east of Jackson. If you would like to join this tour, please pre-register at the Center of Clayton, call 290-8500 and refer to course code 8514 or register on-line at http://online.activecommunities.com/clayton/Activities/ActivitiesCourseDetails.asp?aid=690&cid=8621
- the cost is $5.

Saturday, June 13th - Ice Cream Social:
Come and enjoy an Ice Cream Social on the grounds of Hanley Park. The Friends of the Historic Hanley House will host an Ice Cream Social on Saturday, June 13th from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. We will be celebrating the newly restored Hanley House Privy and Herb Garden. Children will enjoy creating their own traditional 19th century crafts with the help of costumed interpreters. You will also have the chance to listen to live readings of original Hanley family letters by Hanley House interpreters. Come by Hanley Park and enjoy some ice cream, fun crafts, and historic readings with your family and friends. Ice Cream served at a cost of $5 each.

MEETING CANCELLATION NOTICE

2009-04-27T11:18:00.003-05:00

Dear Old Town Clayton Neighborhood Association,

Please review the following email from Mr. Mosher informing me that Wednesday's meeting has been cancelled. Please inform anyone that might not be on our email distribution list. For those we can't reach, there will be a note posted on the Parish Hall door. As more information becomes available from Conrad Properties' developers, I will keep you informed.

In other news, thanks to donations to our association, I have ordered 10 all-weather red and yellow signs for future neighborhood meetings. The signs will be posted around the neighborhood to alert you to visit our website for meeting details. See photo below. This is a visual improvement over our previously hand scrawled posters! The signs can be re-used so this is a green effort as well!

Thanks and Regards,
Cheryl Verde
President, Old Town Clayton Neighborhood Association

Dear Ms. Verde,

I am very sorry to report that due to market conditions, we are putting this plan on hold. We will try to keep you in the loop as we determine our best course of action regarding the site.

Thank you so much for your time.

Bryce Mosher Project Manager Conrad Properties Corporation bryce@conradprop.com165 N Meramec Ave, Suite 400 Clayton, MO 63105 www.conradprop.com 314 721 3202 d 314 446 3023 f 314 721 2154

MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT: Save-the-Date Wednesday April 29th, 7 pm, St. Joseph Parish Hall

2009-04-22T15:07:00.006-05:00

The meeting place was confirmed today and it will be held at St. Joseph Parish Hall.

Bryce Mosher, the Project Manager for Conrad Properties Corporation, will be hosting a presentation regarding the proposed Meramec Place Development, to be located at N. Meramec and Pershing. Mr. Mosher requested this meeting as a response to the comments received from the City Planning staff, Planning Commission, and area residents. They have made several modifications and they want to present their changes, and answer any questions that the residents might have, prior to their formal submittal to the City Planning Commission.

All residents and interested parties are invited and encouraged to attend this brief presentation on April 29th. St. Joseph Parish Hall is located at N. Meramec and Maryland in the lower level basement. Please enter through the north door located behind the church. Handicap access is available at the south door located on the Maryland Avenue side.

Save-the-Date! Wed. April 29th 7 pm - Meramec Place Presentation

2009-04-20T13:26:00.003-05:00

Recently I received the following email from Bryce Mosher, the Project Manager for Conrad Properties Corporation:

"In response to the comments we received from the planning staff, commission, and residents; we have made several modifications to the proposed Meramec Place Development. I am writing to request a meeting with the neighborhood association so that we may present the changes, and answer any questions that the residents might have, prior to our formal submittal to the Plan Commission. Please let me know of an appropriate meeting location as well as a couple of dates and times that would work well for you in the next two weeks. Thank you very much for your time." - Bryce Mosher

I encourage each of you to discuss this with your neighbors, and plan on attending this brief presentation. Mark your calendars. Your input on this proposed Old Town development is welcome and important.

Regards,
Cheryl Verde
President, Old Town Clayton Neighborhood Association

Hanley House Dig for Scouts

2009-04-20T08:25:00.002-05:00

( Click on image to enlarge )

The Historic Hanley House will host an archaeological dig on Saturday, April 25th from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The dig will involve Boy Scouts and will fulfill the requirements for an Archaeology Merit Badge. Lead by Hanley House volunteer Tim Dodson, the dig will be an exciting experience for all involved. If you know a Boy Scout that would like to sign up for the Dig please pre-register at the Center of Clayton, call 290-8500 and refer to course code 8593 or register on-line at http://online.activecommunities.com/clayton/Activities/ActivitiesDetails.asp?ProcessWait=N&aid=699 - the cost is $5.

'Meramec Place' - Proposed development in Old Town

2009-04-03T08:58:00.002-05:00

There is a City Plan Commission / Architectural Review Board meeting this coming Monday, April 6th at 5:30pm at City Hall, 10 N. Bemiston. Please review the meeting agenda HERE. The agenda includes a conceptual review of the Old Town Clayton proposed development called 'Meramec Place'. Last September, you may recall, there was a conceptual presentation from several Conrad representatives following the annual Old Town Clayton meeting at St. Joseph Parish Hall. The latest plan has changed dramatically from the initial plans presented.

Yesterday, I met with Catherine Powers, our city's Director of Planning and Development Services to discuss and view the new plans for myself. Links to the new documents regarding the landscape plan, elevations, streetscape and the staff memo to Plan Commission can be found HERE off of the city's website.

If you are an interested Old Town resident, please plan to attend the city's Architectural Review Board meeting on Monday. If you can't attend, there are several things you can do. You can contact Catherine Powers to ask questions or voice your opinion at 290-8459 or email her at cpowers@ci.clayton.mo.us I would also encourage you to contact our Ward 3 alderman..... Alex Berger III at home 862-6835 or email him at aberger@ci.clayton.mo.us ....and/or Steve Lichtenfeld at home 727-5476 or email him at slichtenfeld@ci.clayton.mo.us .

In the future, if there are other news or announcements that you want shared with the Old Town Community using our email database or website posting, please contact me at home to discuss at 862-1247, or email me at oldtownclayton@gmail.com .

Thanks and Best Regards,
Cheryl Verde
President, Old Town Clayton Neighborhood Association

P.S. Don't forget to vote on Tuesday, April 7th!

Hanley House - Springtime Events

2009-03-26T09:11:00.004-05:00

....More information HERE

Websites regarding Proposition S - Please vote on April 7th!

2009-03-19T12:33:00.006-05:00

NOTE * The Old Town Clayton Neighborhood Association has not taken a public stance as a neighborhood organization. In the interest of shared information , the following websites are listed here as a courtesy to residents for their review.

Vote Yes Website - http://www.voteyesons.net/

Vote No Website - http://www.nosplitbond.us/

School District of Clayton - Message from Don Senti

Prop S Vote April 7

2009-03-07T15:50:00.004-06:00

Proposition S is a $51 million bond issue that will be placed before Clayton voters Tuesday, April 7, 2009. It will fund improvements, additions and renovations to Clayton High School, Captain Elementary School, Glenridge Elementary School, Meramec Elementary School and the Family Center. Plans for projects at each school were developed by parents, community members students and staff as part of the District’s recently-completed Facilities Master Plan. Though not part of the plan, the Wydown Middle School land swap has been removed from consideration even as a separate issue. Citizens for Clayton Schools has created a website with information.

For details of the plan, click here.

For those who would like to ask questions or get more information on Prop S, there will be an informational meeting at St. Joseph Parish Hall, on Monday, March 16th at 7 pm. Details will be forthcoming.

Clayton Ordinances Available Online

2009-01-10T13:20:00.001-06:00

The new Code is now online and accessible to the public. It is maintained online by Sullivan Publications, Inc. The updated Code contains all ordinances supplied by the Municipality through Ordinance Number 6051, enacted December 23, 2008.

The link is HERE.

Update on multiple tree removal on N. Meramec

2008-12-08T14:10:00.003-06:00

For those of you who also noticed the sudden removal of all curbside trees on N. Meramec last week...here is an emailed response today from John Wulf, Clayton's Acting Director of Public Works:

"This is part of an AmerenUE Power-On project. Ameren had removed the Bradford Pear trees along the west side of the 300 block of N. Meramec. Although their flowers are attractive in the spring, they are a soft wood tree and have a great tendency to split in high winds. This was evident in this case by the fact that at least a third of the trees were split. And earlier this spring we had one on Maryland fall over into the street during a storm. These trees also grow quickly and are inappropriate for planting under power lines due to the significant trimming required that affects their aesthetics. As a result, these trees are not on the City Forestry’s approved list of street trees as outlined in our ordinance.

With all this being said, the Public Works Department will be replanting this area with City-approved, under story, street trees in the spring. Per the Public Works Department policy, we will survey the head of the condo associations to determine which City approved under story tree they would like planted in front of each building.

I do believe that Public Works replanting the area with a more appropriate tree selection will provide a more pleasing streetscape over time, and eliminate the ongoing trimming and associated electrical service issues as well as safety concerns. I hope this information is helpful. Please let me know if you have any further questions."

John E. Wulf, P.E.
Acting Director of Public Works/City Engineer

Hanley House - Candlelight Holiday Tour on December 18th

2008-11-20T15:56:00.006-06:00

This very special night at the Hanley House will only happen once a year. Don't miss your chance to view the home as the Hanley family would have - through the glow of candlelight. You will also view the museum in all it's Christmas glory!

Date: Thursday, December 18, 2008
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Historic Hanley House
Cost: NEW PRICES! $10 for Adults... $5 per child over 6...and no charge if under 5!
Contact: Sarah Umlauf at sumlauf@ci.clayton.mo.us
To Register: Stop by The Center of Clayton
Flyer: Candlelight Christmas Tour

Free horse-drawn carriages will depart from the house from 6 pm - 8 pm!

ANNOUNCEMENT: Public Hearing on October 20th - Regarding the Hotel Indigo (formerly the Danielle Hotel)

2008-10-16T11:35:00.003-05:00

Online link

CITY PLAN COMMISSION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD MEETING
Monday, October 20, 2008 - 5:30 p.m.City of Clayton – 2nd Floor Council Chambers - 10 N. Bemiston Ave.Clayton, Missouri 63105

For further information contact Catherine Powers at 290-8459

City Plan Commission/Architectural Review BoardA G E N D A

ROLL CALLMINUTES – Regular meeting of October 6, 2008

NEW BUSINESS

A. Restaurant – My Daddy’s Cheesecake6451 Clayton RoadConditional Use PermitConsideration of a request by Rob Jacknewitz, agent on behalf of Daddy Marketing Group, LLC, tenant, for a conditional use permit to operate a 2,396 square foot café/bakery to be known as My Daddy’s Cheesecake in the space formerly approved for a San Sai Japanese Grill. The restaurant will provide seating for 56 patrons inside the restaurant and an additional 25 patrons on the outdoor patio. Hours of operation are 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. seven days a week.Architectural ReviewConsideration of a request by Rob Jacknewitz, agent on behalf of Daddy Marketing Group, LLC, tenant, for review of the design and furniture associated with outdoor seating to accommodate 25 patrons at 11 tables on the outdoor dining patio.

B. New Construction – Single Family Residence121 Linden AvenueSite Plan ReviewConsideration of a request by Mr. & Mrs. Robert O’Brien, owners, for review of the site plan associated with the construction of a 2 story, approximately 28.5’ in height, 8,238 square foot single family residence featuring an attached, side entry lower level garage.Architectural Review Consideration of a request by Mr. & Mrs. Robert O’Brien, owners, for review of the design and materials associated with the construction of a 2 story, 8,238 square foot brick and stone single family residence.

C. Addition/Renovation to Existing Structure - Hotel Project 216 N. Meramec Avenue

Public Hearing - Rezoning A public hearing to consider rezoning the property addressed 216 N. Meramec Avenue from C-2 “General Commercial District” to a Planned Unit Development (PUD) District in support of a Hotel Indigo.

Public Hearing – Planned Unit Development (PUD)A public hearing to consider a request by Conrad Properties Corporation, developer, for a Planned Unit Development (PUD) project as required for a hotel and restaurant in the C-2 District. This project meets the eligibility requirements for a Commercial PUD.Site Plan ReviewConsideration of a request by Conrad Properties Corporation, developer, for review of the site plan associated with the renovation of the existing hotel structure to a Hotel Indigo. After renovation, the hotel will contain 119 rooms and a public restaurant. The project includes the addition of a 5th story to the existing 4 story structure, streetscape improvements and re-striping the existing underground parking garage and surface lot.Architectural ReviewConsideration of a request by Conrad Properties Corporation, developer, for review of the design and materials associated with the renovation of the existing hotel structure to a Hotel Indigo. The project includes a 5th story brick and EIFS addition to the existing 4 story structure for a finished height of approximately 54.5’. The project also includes a 50 square foot illuminated identification sign to be located on the building’s west elevation.

CITY BUSINESS

A. Public Hearing – Recodification of Zoning Ordinance A public hearing to consider the recodification of Chapters 22 (Zoning Ordinance), Chapter 22a (Overlay & Urban Design Zoning Districts) and the Subdivision Ordinance to become new Chapters 400, 405, 410 and 415. This recodification is part of an overall codification of the entire Municipal Code of Ordinances to update the code and include revisions and new ordinance related to land use provisions. This codification does not substantially change any provisions of these ordinances.

ADJOURNMENT
Agenda topics may be deleted at any time prior to the Plan Commission / Architectural Review Board Meeting without further notice. To inquire about the status of agenda topics, call 290-8459 or 290-8453

Mayor Goldstein's letter

2008-09-30T13:38:00.005-05:00

Mayor Goldstein sent a letter of appreciation for being invited as our guest speaker at our annual neighborhood meeting on 9/17/08. She mentioned that there was a resident who was confused about some issues covered at our meeting. She gave permission to share her letter of clarification with all Old Town residents.

You can view the letter online HERE.

Regards,
Cheryl Verde
President, Old Town Clayton Neighborhood Association

ANNOUNCEMENT: Hanley House Festival on October 11th

2008-09-22T21:55:00.002-05:00

See flyer HERE.

The City of Clayton is pleased to announce that Dr. Edward Ayers, President of the University of Richmond, will be the Guest of Honor at The Historic Hanley House Fall Festival on Saturday, October 11th, 2008. The festival is sponsored in part by the Friends of the Historic Hanley House and the Clayton History Society.

The Historic Hanley House Fall Festival will celebrate life in 19th century Missouri. Guests will witness the magic of storytelling, live demonstrations of the fiber arts, participants dressed in period costumes and Civil War re-enactors. The event will culminate with a very special lecture featuring Louis S. Gerteis, Professor of History at UMSL and author of Civil War St. Louis, and Dr. Edward Ayers. A teacher, mentor and administrator of national renown, Dr. Ayers recently became the ninth president of the University of Richmond. The Historic Hanley House looks forward to hosting these distinguished scholars. The presentation by Professor Gerteis is a service of The State Historical Society of Missouri as part of its Missouri History Speakers’ Bureau

Invitation to Old Town Clayton residents!

2008-09-06T14:09:00.001-05:00

The Annual Old Town Clayton Neighborhood Association Meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 17, 7:00 - 8:30 pm, in St. Joseph's Parish Hall located at N. Meramec and Maryland in Clayton. This free, informative event will feature guest speakers including Clayton’s Mayor, City Manager, Ward III Aldermen, Police and Fire Chiefs.

Immediately following this meeting, there will be a brief presentation by Conrad Properties Developer, Craig Sauer, on the proposed Meramec Place and Hotel Indigo (Danielle) Project from 8:30 – 9:00 pm.

Our Neighborhood Association incurs annual expenses that include state registration and tax filing forms, website renewal and maintenance fees, printing and event costs. We wish to purchase ten professional looking signs to be used for future Old Town events. A donation of $10 per family would be greatly appreciated to help manage and ensure the future of our neighborhood association.

New this year - attendance prizes will be awarded to some lucky attendees! Prize donors include Almonds Restaurant, David's in Clayton Hair Salon, Flowers of Clayton, Straubs, and City Coffee!
You need to be present to win.

Please consider attending this special event to hear first-hand about what’s happening around the Old Town Clayton neighborhood! Join us on September 17th!

Sincerely,
Cheryl Verde
President, Old Town Clayton Neighborhood Association

(See Meeting Agenda that follows)

ANNUAL MEETING AGENDA
SEPTEMBER 17, 2008
ST. JOSEPH'S PARISH HALL

GENERAL MEETING - 7:00 PM – 8:30 pm

….And Please Stay Afterwards For….

PRESENTATION ON OLD TOWN DEVELOPMENT - 8:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Conrad Properties Developer, Craig Sauer, will speak about the
proposed Meramec Place and Hotel Indigo (Danielle) Project.

6:45 pm - DOORS OPEN - Please sign in and get your attendance prize ticket at the registration
table located at entrance door. Help yourself anytime to beverages throughout the evening. A voluntary donation of $10 per family would be greatly appreciated to help ensure the future of this Neighborhood Association. Thank you!

7:00 pm – WELCOMING REMARKS - CHERYL VERDE, PRESIDENT
- Introduction of Guest Speakers and Old Town Clayton’s Board of Directors
- Brief history and update of Old Town Clayton Neighborhood Association activities

TREASURER’S REPORT
- SANDY or JUDI MacLean, TREASURER

GUEST SPEAKERS
- MAYOR, HONORABLE LINDA GOLDSTEIN
- CITY MANAGER, CRAIG OWENS
- WARD 3 ALDERMAN, ALEX BERGER
- WARD 3 ALDERMAN, STEVE LICHTENFELD
- FIRE CHIEF, MARK THORP
- POLICE CHIEF, TOM BYRNE

OPEN QUESTION AND ANSWER SESSION

8:25 pm - ATTENDANCE PRIZES AWARDED

8:30 pm - MEETING ADJOURNED - If possible, please stay for the following presentation.

8:30 pm -9:00 pm: PRESENTATION ON PROPOSED OLD TOWN DEVELOPMENT- CRAIG SAUER

Central Newsmagazine Article - "Residents, Clayton officials clash over hotel, garage project"

2008-07-17T16:30:00.002-05:00

Residents, Clayton officials clash over hotel, garage project
By Benjamin Israel
July 16, 2008

The Clayton Board of Aldermen gave a unanimous go-ahead to RJ York Development to build a project that will put a 23-story hotel on the southwest corner of North Central and Maryland avenues where three buildings, none taller than five stories now stand and a parking garage standing three stories above ground across Maryland.

The vote came July 8, after weeks of crowded and contentious hearings and debates before the board and the Plan Commission. Much of the debate centered on two parking lots on the other side of Maryland where York plans to build a multi-level parking garage fronted with retail shops lining Maryland.

To make the project possible, the board had to rezone two parking lots now zoned residential commercial. The lots border on the Old Town Clayton area of large homes and luxury low-rise condominiums.

While many Old Town residents said they feared increased traffic and the encroachment of commercial zoning into land formerly zoned residential - 86 signed a petition against it - some supported the development.

One opponent, Mel Disney, a board member of the Old Town Clayton Neighborhood Association, said in an interview that Clayton should not rezone any residential lots commercial because he believes that it would upset Clayton’s delicate balance of residential and commercial property.

“Any time we take away a residential lot, you are changing the quality of life,” Disney said.

“I think it is going to be a great project,” Cheryl Verde, president of the Old Town Clayton Neighborhood Association, said in an interview. “The parking garage design is very attractive.”

Renderings show a garage that looks more like a brick building than a garage.

The garage exterior consists of limestone panels, with openings facing Central designed to look like windows and brick veneer facing the homes on the north.

The zoning-change ordinance the board passed calls for the lots to revert to residential zoning if the project does not come through.

Old Town Clayton extends from Brentwood Boulevard to Jackson Avenue and from Forsyth Boulevard north to the city line. Driving north on North Central from Maryland, the street narrows as it passes between two brick pillars topped by slabs of concrete with “Old Town” carved in capital letters. A grassy median runs down the middle of the residential portion of the street.

Approaching the pillars, the Mid-County Branch of the St. Louis County Library sits on the right and three surface parking lots on the left. RJ York Development plans to build six levels of parking on those lots fronted on Maryland by a row of shops, according to the developer’s plans. Three levels would be below ground. The three entrances on Central would be replaced by one.

One of the lots is already zoned commercial.

The hotel would displace the three buildings on the west side of North Central between Maryland and the alley to the south: a five-story office building with Il Vicino restaurant and an Edward Jones brokerage office on the ground floor, a two-story building with San Sai Japanese Grill, Busy Bee Alterations and Shoe Repair, Zuzu’s Handmade Mexican Food, one empty storefront formerly the site of the Smoothie King, the Clayton Barber Shop and offices on the floor above, and a one-story building housing only the Clayton Gallery and Tomsich Framing.

The nine-story Graybar Building occupies the west half of the block along Maryland, and is not part of the development. The shops south of the alley on Central will remain as well.

RJ York is working with the current retail tenants of the buildings and hopes to relocate some of them to the new building across Maryland, said Clayton Planning Director Catherine Powers. The developer’s renderings show San Sai and Il Vicino occupying two of the storefronts there. Robert Kramer did not respond to an email asking about the storefronts.

Plans call for the garage building to go up first.

The hotel would have more than 200 rooms plus 30 to 40 residential condominiums and include some upscale shops as well, according to city documents.

In the lead-up to the aldermen’s vote, Clayton residents debated whether their city needs another hotel.

In an interview, Old Town resident Rick Maier said there are too many hotel rooms in Clayton already, and he expects this one will have trouble filling its rooms.

Mayor Linda Goldstein defended the rezoning as “long overdue. Those parking lots have had non-conforming uses as long as anyone can remember,” she said.

Alderman Alex Berger, Ward 3, who represents Old Town Clayton, said, “The lots are not changing due to rezoning,” noting that they are already used for parking. He added that negotiations resulted in some green space planned as a 28-foot buffer between the garage and homes.

Post Dispatch Article - "Clayton OKs hotel and garage project"

2008-07-09T08:15:00.002-05:00

Clayton OKs hotel and garage project
By Margaret Gillerman
ST. LOUIS POST-DISPATCH
Wednesday, Jul. 09 2008

CLAYTON — Twenty years after city officials scuttled a plan for a hotel and parking garage at Maryland and Central avenues, aldermen Tuesday gave a developer their unanimous support for a similar project at the same spot.

Clayton aldermen and Mayor Linda Goldstein said they were doing what they believed was best for the city by approving the Central Maryland Hotel project and parking garage.

The board's decision followed months of opposition from residents of Old Town Clayton and from Graybar Electric, a corporation based immediately west of the proposed hotel.

Before the vote, Goldstein said that the project had "created quite a lot of emotion among neighbors ... and talk in the community at large."

She told the plan's opponents: "All of us care deeply about the community" and "we can respect each other's opinions. In my mind, I think this rezoning is long overdue."

Alderman Steve Lichtenfeld, who represents the ward, said: "This location is probably the most critical in our entire city where the residential and business communities come together."

Alderman Alex Berger, also from Ward 3, said that the project had been modified to try to accommodate critics' concerns.

The $110 million proposal by R. J. York Development includes a 23-story, 225-room hotel tower, with 40 luxury condominiums and shops, and a parking garage with shops at Maryland and Central avenues. The development, designed by Core 10 Architecture, straddles both sides of Maryland west of Central.

Many neighbors in Old Town Clayton who had packed earlier hearings showed up for another standing-room-only meeting Tuesday. They also submitted more petitions in opposition to the project.

Neighbors have said the project would result in excessive traffic, blocked sunlight, impaired safety and allow commercial zoning to encroach into their residential neighborhood.

Some residents and business people spoke in favor of the project and said downtown Clayton needed more parking.

Lawyer Jeffrey Michelman said the city needed a "beautiful hotel" for business people that would exemplify "how terrific Clayton is."

Steve Shapiro said many Clayton residents outside Old Town liked the project. "Graybar has nerve to be going against a high-rise when Graybar is a high-rise," he said. "The parking is horrible here."

Post Dispatch Article - "Aldermen delay vote on high-rise"

2008-06-25T15:59:00.001-05:00

Aldermen delay vote on high-rise
By Margaret Gillerman
ST. LOUIS POST-DISPATCH
Wednesday, Jun. 25 2008

CLAYTON — For Suzi Forsyth, her neighborhood battle in Old Town Clayton is deja vu.

In 1987 and 1988, Forsyth and some of her neighbors in the Old Town Association of Clayton succeeded in keeping out a hotel and parking garage on North Central Avenue just south of their neighborhood of luxury and costly condominiums, duplexes and homes. The idea is before the city again with a different developer and different hotel interests.

The $110 million project will require a rezoning that residents like Forsyth oppose.

"It's wrong to rezone for the sole benefit of the developer," Forsyth said Tuesday night before city aldermen voted to delay a vote on the issue.

Forsyth was among a standing-room-only crowd at City Hall for a hearing on the proposal by R.J. York Development at Central and Maryland avenues. The builder's Central Maryland Hotel project would include a 23-story hotel tower, with luxury condominiums and shops.

The project, designed by Core 10 Architecture, has gotten a favorable recommendation from the city's Plan Commission. Supporters say the county seat could use a new upscale hotel with boutiques, restaurants and more parking. The developer is hoping the hotel would be a Westin.

Architect Tyler Stephens said the plans for the project have already been altered. "We've had numerous meetings with the public, heard concerns and made changes to the plan each time," he said.

But some neighbors say they fear excessive traffic and worry about pedestrian safety.

And while some say they aren't opposed to the hotel per se or the development, they're upset that the city is considering rezoning residential lots just south of Old Town to allow the parking garage.

Resident Carolyn Jenkins said that neighbors want to protect Old Town. "Rezoning is the issue," Jenkins said. "This proposal threatens the entire neighborhood."

The Art Deco-style tower would be on the southwest corner of Maryland and Central avenues, replacing a five-story building. The six-level garage, with three levels below ground, would be on the north side of Maryland, west of Central. It would replace three lots, including one used by St. Joseph's Catholic Church and another owned by the city.

James Kerley Jr.'s father opposed the similar proposal 20 years ago. Now, Kerley and his wife, Terri, are fighting this one.

"It was a bad plan then and it's a bad plan now," he said.

mgillerman@post-dispatch.com 314-725-6758

ANNOUNCEMENTS

2008-06-19T12:35:00.005-05:00

Dear Old Town Clayton Neighbors,

1. Message from Alderman Alex Berger:

"Annually the Board of Alderman nominates citizens for membership to various Boards and Commissions. This year Steve Lichtenfeld and I are seeking citizens to apply for the Ecology and Environmental Awareness Committee and the Art Commission. June Waters, the Clayton City Clerk, can be contacted for applications. You can call her at (314) 290-8460 or email her at jwaters@ci.clayton.mo.us If you know of someone who might be interested in either the EEAC or Art Commission please urge them to apply. Thank you in advance for any help you can give us." - Alex Berger III, Ward III Alderman

2. Hanley House Fall Festival - October 11th, 2008:

Come and take part in an event filled with living history. Hanley Park will host a Fall Festival celebrating life in 19th century Missouri. Discover the fiber arts through live demonstrations, see Civil War re-enactors, and allow yourself to be transported back in time through the magic of storytelling.

The Historic Hanley House is proud to welcome guest of honor Dr. Edward L. Ayers, President of the University of Richmond. Dr. Ayers is one of the nation's leading scholars on the history of the American South and has written and edited 10 books including The Promise of the New South: Life After Reconstruction, a finalist for both the National Book Award and the Pulitzer Prize. A teacher, mentor and administrator of national renown, Dr. Ayers recently became the ninth president of the University of Richmond. The Historic Hanley House looks forward to hosting such a distinguished scholar as Dr. Edward Ayers.

You will not soon forget this wonderful event. Mark your calendars now! Be sure to check the Old Town website, http://oldtownclayton.org/ for the latest updates on the Hanley House Fall Festival.

3. Tuesday, June 24th, 7:00 pm - City Hall

The Board of Aldermen will conduct a public hearing that will consider the R. J. York hotel and parking garage project proposed for the northwest and southwest corners of Central Avenue at Maryland Avenue.

4. Annual Old Town Clayton Neighborhood Association Meeting - Wednesday, September 17th, 7:00 pm - St. Joseph Parish Hall - 106 N. Meramec

Mark your calendars now this annual event when you will hear about what's new in Clayton from our city officials. Guest speakers include Mayor Linda Goldstein, Alderman Berger and Alderman Lichtenfeld, Police and Fire Chiefs, and our new City Manager.

Regards,
Cheryl Verde
President, Old Town Clayton Neighborhood Association

ANNOUNCEMENT: June 24th Public Hearing on York Hotel Project

2008-06-17T18:22:00.007-05:00

DISCLOSURE: * This message is made in courtesy to Terri Kerley (727-2972), Kathy Beilein (863-2650), and Suzi Forsyth (863-0739), and does not reflect the views of the Old Town Clayton Neighborhood Association Board or other Old Town Clayton residents.

Open letter To the residents of Old Town,

On Tuesday, June 24 at 7:00 p.m. at the Clayton City Hall, the Board of Aldermen will conduct a public hearing that will consider the R. J. York hotel and parking garage project proposed for the northwest and southwest corners of Central Avenue at Maryland Avenue.

We encourage you to attend this meeting so that you can consider some of the issues this project will raise:

*a precedent-setting change in the zoning of 2 of the 3 surface lots on North Central from Residential R-3 (One and Two Family Dwelling District) to C-3 (General Commercial District)

*encroachment on a residential neighborhood (mulit-level parking garage with 370+ spaces replaces 3 small surface parking lots)

*24-hours-a-day, 7-days-a-week activity, noise, safety, and traffic concerns

If you are cannot attend this meeting, we encourage you to send an e-mail to our aldermen, Steve Lichtenfeld at slichtenfeld@ci.clayton.mo.us and Alex Berger at aberger@ci.clayton.mo.us expressing your concerns about this project. You can also write to them at Clayton City Hall, 10 North Bemiston, Clayton, MO. 63105. It's important that we stand together as a neighborhood; our e-mails and letters will help us accomplish that.

- Concerned Citizens of Old Town

York Development Project

2008-05-31T12:35:00.010-05:00

Show Me St. Louis TV program features Historic Hanley House

2008-05-14T10:31:00.005-05:00

The video link is HERE or at http://www.ksdk.com/video/default.aspx?aid=76426&sid=146209&bw=hi&cat=78

The text link is HERE or at http://www.ksdk.com/life/programming/local/showme/showme_article.aspx?storyid=146209

Let's support our neighborhood treasure that has recently been reopened to the public for tours.

For more information or feedback, contact the following person:

Sarah Umlauf....Community Resource Coordinator......City of Clayton......50 Gay Avenue...... Clayton, MO 63105...phone 314-226-9893

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR HANLEY HOUSE

2008-04-09T14:53:00.009-05:00

* Hanley House volunteers are needed!

Hanley House tours are scheduled Monday through Friday by appointment only. You can also tour on Saturday or Sunday from noon to four.

Tours are $3 for Adults and Children 12 & under are free!

The Hanley House is located at 7600 Westmoreland in Clayton.

'Show Me St. Louis' Video 5/14/2008

'Show Me St. Louis' Text only 5/14/2008

Map to Hanley House

Directions to Hanley House

Contact Sarah. J. Umlauf, Community Resource Coordinator at (314) 226-9893 or email her at sumlauf@ci.clayton.mo.us for more information on volunteer opportunities.

ANNOUNCEMENT: HISTORIC PHOTOS & VOLUNTEERS FOR ORAL HISTORIES NEEDED

2008-03-21T12:44:00.004-05:00

Clayton's History Society is looking for historic photos and records to keep or to scan for the City's files and to display on its website. For details, call Judy Kekich at 314.290.8473.

The History Society is also partnering with OASIS and Sunrise Senior Living/Clayton on the Park on the Clayton Oral History Project. The History Society will catalogue oral histories about growing up, going to school and owning a business in Clayton as permanent records. Excerpts of the stories may be used on the Clayton History Society website and, as the city makes plans to celebrate its 100th anniversary of incorporation in 2013, in a History of Clayton book. Interviews will be videotaped. Two tapes (one for the participant and one for the Clayton History Society) will cost $50.

Please call OASIS at 314.367.5700 to schedule your oral history. Join us, as we capture and celebrate the wonderful details of daily life in our community.

I hope there will be many Old Town residents cooperating with this request to help preserve Clayton's past. Do you have any photos of your home, documents, or stories to tell?

- Cheryl Verde

BUSH HONEYSUCKLE PLANT INFORMATION

2008-01-28T09:56:00.002-06:00

Please read the following letter from Marguerite Garrick:

Subject: Why we need to eradicate Bush Honeysuckle.

Dear Clayton Neighbor:

In 2004, I Co-Chaired the first 24-hour biological survey of the newly restored Forest Park with Valerie Vartanian, Invasive Species Specialist for The Nature Conservancy and The Missouri Botanical Garden. In 2006 when I was an advisor for the second BioBlitz, I was asked if I would help inform the citizens who live in the communities that ring the Park about the need to remove Bush Honeysuckle from the area.

Forest Park Forever spent $40,000 removing Bush Honeysuckle from the park in the last year and there's still lots more to go. The results after removal are worth it though. After it was removed from Kennedy Woods, many native plant species began to return from a dormant native seedbed, and within in a year the bird species sighted grew from 10’s to more than 100. As a result Kennedy Woods has recently received the national designation of an Important Bird Area by the Audubon Society.

Bush Honeysuckle is an Asian variety introduced in the 50's and 60's by the USDA to control soil erosion. It used to be widely sold in nurseries as well. It has spread throughout the northeast and Midwest. Since it has no natural controls in this country, and since it leafs out first in the spring and holds it's leaves last in the fall, it shades out native vegetation thereby eliminating biodiversity. Bush Honeysuckle also emits a toxin through its root system that kills most non-Honeysuckle plants within its growing radius.

Once it gets into a wooded area or forest it will first eliminate the native understory, then eventually, because young trees cannot grow up in an infested area, will eliminate the trees as well.

Click here for document with instructions regarding removal of Bush Honeysuckle. I urge you to share this with your neighbors and to urge your neighbors to look in their yards and alleys and to begin to get rid of this very dangerous invasive plant. It's moving along power lines down Highway 44. If it gets into the Mark Twain National Forest or the Ozarks it will be an ecological disaster. Thank you so much for any help you can give us to raise awareness about the need to eliminate Bush Honeysuckle from our area completely.

Marguerite Garrick

Member, Garden Club of St. Louis

President, Hillcrest Homeowners Association
email- ritey1951@aol.com

ANNOUNCEMENT: NEW DEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL BY CONRAD PROPERTIES CORPORATION

2007-10-31T13:15:00.001-05:00

Monday, November 5, 2007 -

There was a proposal to Clayton Architectural review Board for a mixed-use development at 201, 211 & 215 N. Meramec & 8015 Pershing by Conrad Properties Corporation .

They have proposed the development of a two building mixed-use project consisting of approximately 130 apartment units and 84,000 square feet of office use. The project will feature over 300 parking spaces within a 2 level underground parking garage.

MARK MEHLMAN'S CARONDELET VILLAGE DEVELOPMENT

2007-09-24T13:30:00.000-05:00

Carondelet Village is the redevelopment project proposed for the properties adjacent to The Crescent, the condominium development along Carondelet Plaza. It is located adjacent to the southeast boundaries of Old Town. You can keep up with the latest news by clicking on their web site link.

RJ YORK'S PROPOSED HOTEL / RESIDENTIAL / RETAIL DEVELOPMENT

2007-09-23T16:07:00.000-05:00

Representatives from RJ York have proposed a mixed-use project at 25 - 45 N. Central Avenue(located at the southwest corner of Maryland Avenue and N. Central Avenue). The proposed project consists of approximately a 200-room hotel, 19,400 square feet of retail, and 34 - 50 luxury residential condominiums. In addition, the project proposes a partnership between the developer, the City of Clayton, and St. Joseph's Catholic Church to build a structured parking facility at the northwest corner of Maryland Avenue and N. Central Avenue. The proposed parking facility would hold approximately 365 spaces, 18,000 square feet of retail, and a 9.000 square foot classroom for the church. 193 of the proposed parking spaces would be available to the general public.

More info HERE.

THE NEW I-64 RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT UPDATE

2007-06-11T13:00:00.000-05:00

To receive lane restriction/closure announcements via e-mail, go to http://www.thenewi64.org/. On their homepage, select Contact Us, then click: Subscribe for Project E-mails.

HANLEY HOUSE - HISTORIC HIDDEN JEWEL IN OLD TOWN

2007-06-11T10:30:00.000-05:00

Hanley House was built in 1855 and is the oldest building in the City of Clayton. The house remained occupied by descendants of the Martin Franklin Hanley family until purchased in 1968 by the City of Clayton. It is located at 7600 Westmoreland.

For more information, go to the Hanley House Web Site

OLD TOWN SECRET GARDEN TOUR

2007-06-11T09:00:00.001-05:00

Old Town residents and city officials experienced a memorable and free neighborhood event on June 6th, 2004. It featured a walking tour of 7 unique Old Town Clayton secret gardens. Taylor Park was the starting place to meet and where maps were distributed to locate the secret gardens. Feedback was overwhelmingly positive. In the future, if enough residents offer their gardens for touring, we could repeat that event.

Do you have a wonderful garden that you are proud of and want to share with others? If interested, contact us at oldtownclayton@gmail.com