Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

MINUTES OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION MEETING 1 GOVERNMENT CTR, BALLWIN MISSOURI 63011 OCTOBER 2, 2023 Mayor Pogue called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Members in attendance were: PRESENT ABSENT Mayor Tim Pogue Commissioner Gary Carr Alderman Mark Stallmann Commissioner Grant Alexander Commissioner Mike Swain Commissioner Derek Beiter Commissioner Bill Hinds Commissioner Victoria Winfrey Commissioner Zach Carter City Planner Lynn Sprick City Administrator Eric Sterman City Attorney Robert Jones Approval of Minutes A motion was made by Alderman Stallmann to accept the minutes of the March 6, 2023 meeting as submitted. Commissioner Winfrey seconded the motion; unanimous approval was received from the Commission Members present. Election of Officers Alderman Stallmann nominated Grant Alexander to serve as Chairman of the Planning & Zoning Commission. Commissioner Winfrey seconded the motion. Unanimous approval was received from the Commission Members present. Alderman Stallmann nominated Victoria Winfrey to serve as Secretary of the Planning & Zoning Commission. Commissioner Alexander seconded the motion. Unanimous approval was received from the Commission Members present. Z-23-02 – Lighting Text Amendment Petitioner: City of Ballwin, 1 Government Center, Ballwin Missouri 63011 City Planner Sprick stated this change would add lighting standards and give the City the ability to address light trespass violations. She went on to explain that the Commission’s vote is a recommendation to the Board of Aldermen. Attorney Jones explained the process from application to bill to ordinance. Alderman Stallmann spoke about new lighting technology and the light trespass that occurs as a result. Chairman Alexander asked if the proposed regulations would apply to both commercial and residential properties. City Planner Sprick and Attorney Jones answered. Commissioner Hinds said some cities state at what height light at the property line is measured. Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes October 3, 2023 Page 1 Commissioner Carter recommended measurements be taken at grade. The remainder of the Commission agreed and language was added. Commissioner Carter asked if the proposed regulations would apply to Ameren street lights. City Administrator Sterman stated that the City does not regulate Ameren’s lights. Commissioner Stallmann stated that the proposed language would apply to both commercial and residential properties. Commissioner Beiter asked if Ballwin Athletic Association Complex would be required to obtain a special use exception for the existing lighting at the site. Attorney Jones explained that the facility predates the proposed language and would therefore be considered legally non-conforming. City Administrator Sterman stated that section of the proposed language would apply to new developments and outdoor athletic facilities such as school sports facilities. Chairman Alexander opened the public hearing. There was noone present to speak in favor or in opposition and the public hearing was closed. Commissioner Stallmann motioned to recommend approval of Z-23-02 to the Board of Aldermen. Commissioner Beiter seconded the motion, which received unanimous approval from the Commission members present. Mayor Pogue asked if staff was aware that the University of Missouri St Louis (UMSL) is once again offering a Chancellor’s Certificate in Planning. City Administrator Sterman said Commissioners may take the courses at the City’s expense. Adjournment Mayor Pogue made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Chairman Alexander seconded the motion, which received unanimous approval from the Commission members present. The meeting was adjourned at 7:19 p.m. Grant Alexander, Chairman Planning & Zoning Commission Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes October 3, 2023 Page 2