Votes at a glance: council approves Argonne Drive grant application, continues sidewalk bill and OKs Alpine Shop event
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Summary
At its meeting, the Kirkwood City Council approved a federal grant application for Argonne Drive, continued a sidewalk ordinance to Feb. 6, and approved a temporary outdoor sales permit for Alpine Shop.
The Kirkwood City Council recorded several formal actions during the meeting: it approved a resolution to apply for federal surface‑transportation funds for improvements to Argonne Drive; it continued a sidewalk ordinance to the Feb. 6 meeting after a successful motion to reconsider; and it approved a temporary outdoor promotional variance for Alpine Shop’s spring showcase.
Resolution 3-20-25: The council authorized submission of a Surface Transportation Program application to East‑West Gateway Council of Governments for improvements to Argonne Drive from Taylor Avenue to Geyer Road (Resolution 3-20-25). City staff said the application would fund preliminary engineering and construction if awarded. Staff gave the application timeline: the application is due Feb. 7, notification of awards is expected in August, and construction is anticipated around 2029. The resolution passed by roll call with all council members voting yes.
Bill 11064 (sidewalks): Councilmember Schaeffer moved and another member seconded to continue Bill 11064 — an ordinance amending Chapter 25 for sidewalk requirements (not part of a subdivision) — to the Feb. 6, 2025 meeting. The motion followed an earlier successful motion to reconsider the item. Council approved the continuation by voice vote.
Temporary outdoor permit — Alpine Shop: The city administrator reported a request from Alpine Shop, 440 North Kirkwood Road, for a temporary outdoor promotional variance to hold a spring boat and bike swap March 28–30 (hours provided). The council approved the request by voice vote.
Planning & Zoning report: The city clerk reported that the Planning & Zoning Commission reviewed a proposed zoning map amendment for a portion of 1120 Earl Avenue (R-4 Single-Family Residential to B-3 Highway Commercial) and appointed a subcommittee to meet Jan. 22 at 11 a.m. at City Hall’s lower‑level conference room.
For all items, the council followed standard procedure: motions, discussion where applicable, and voice or roll‑call votes. No additional funding commitments for Argonne Drive were made at the meeting; staff noted grant award and project scheduling remain contingent on East‑West Gateway funding decisions.
