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8/3/2021 Exhibit A August 3, 2021 21-PC-02 Zoning Code Text Amendments- City Council Multiple Family Dwelling Regulations Bill #9154 Amendments First & Second Reading An Ordinance Amending Chapter 53, the Zoning Code of Webster Groves, By Amending the Use and Dimensional Regulations for Multiple Family Dwellings in the “C”, “C1” and “D” Commercial Districts in Sections 53.110 through 53.143 and Section 53.159; and Amending Attached Garage Regulations in Section 53.203 and Additional Minimum Street Setbacks in Section 53.205 and Matters Related Thereto 1  8/3/2021 21-PC-02 Zoning Code Text Amendments- City Council Multiple Family Dwelling Regulations Bill #9154 Amendments First & Second Reading An Ordinance Amending Chapter 53, the Zoning Code of Webster Groves, By Amending the Use and Dimensional Regulations for Multiple Family Dwellings in the “C”, “C1” and “D” Commercial Districts in Sections 53.110 through 53.143 and Section 53.159; and Amending Attached Garage Regulations in Section 53.203 and Additional Minimum Street Setbacks in Section 53.205 and Matters Related Thereto 21-PC-02 Zoning Code Text Amendments- City Council Multiple Family Dwelling Regulations Bill #9154 Amendments First & Second Reading An Ordinance Amending Chapter 53, the Zoning Code of Webster Groves, By Amending the Use and Dimensional Regulations for Multiple Family Dwellings in the “C”, “C1” and “D” Commercial Districts in Sections 53.110 through 53.143 and Section 53.159; and Amending Attached Garage Regulations in Section 53.203 and Additional Minimum Street Setbacks in Section 53.205 and Matters Related Thereto 2  8/3/2021 21-PC-02 Zoning Code Text Amendments- City Council Multiple Family Dwelling Regulations Bill #9154 Amendments First & Second Reading An Ordinance Amending Chapter 53, the Zoning Code of Webster Groves, By Amending the Use and Dimensional Regulations for Multiple Family Dwellings in the “C”, “C1” and “D” Commercial Districts in Sections 53.110 through 53.143 and Section 53.159; and Amending Attached Garage Regulations in Section 53.203 and Additional Minimum Street Setbacks in Section 53.205 and Matters Related Thereto 21-PC-02 Zoning Code Text Amendments- City Council Multiple Family Dwelling Regulations Bill #9154 Amendments First & Second Reading An Ordinance Amending Chapter 53, the Zoning Code of Webster Groves, By Amending the Use and Dimensional Regulations for Multiple Family Dwellings in the “C”, “C1” and “D” Commercial Districts in Sections 53.110 through 53.143 and Section 53.159; and Amending Attached Garage Regulations in Section 53.203 and Additional Minimum Street Setbacks in Section 53.205 and Matters Related Thereto 3  8/3/2021 21-PC-02 Zoning Code Text Amendments- City Council Multiple Family Dwelling Regulations Bill #9154 Amendments First & Second Reading An Ordinance Amending Chapter 53, the Zoning Code of Webster Groves, By Amending the Use and Dimensional Regulations for Multiple Family Dwellings in the “C”, “C1” and “D” Commercial Districts in Sections 53.110 through 53.143 and Section 53.159; and Amending Attached Garage Regulations in Section 53.203 and Additional Minimum Street Setbacks in Section 53.205 and Matters Related Thereto 21-PC-02 Zoning Code Text Amendments- City Council Multiple Family Dwelling Regulations Bill #9154 Amendments First & Second Reading An Ordinance Amending Chapter 53, the Zoning Code of Webster Groves, By Amending the Use and Dimensional Regulations for Multiple Family Dwellings in the “C”, “C1” and “D” Commercial Districts in Sections 53.110 through 53.143 and Section 53.159; and Amending Attached Garage Regulations in Section 53.203 and Additional Minimum Street Setbacks in Section 53.205 and Matters Related Thereto 4  8/3/2021 21-PC-02 Zoning Code Text Amendments- City Council Multiple Family Dwelling Regulations Bill #9154 Amendments First & Second Reading An Ordinance Amending Chapter 53, the Zoning Code of Webster Groves, By Amending the Use and Dimensional Regulations for Multiple Family Dwellings in the “C”, “C1” and “D” Commercial Districts in Sections 53.110 through 53.143 and Section 53.159; and Amending Attached Garage Regulations in Section 53.203 and Additional Minimum Street Setbacks in Section 53.205 and Matters Related Thereto 5  Page 1 of 3 Exhibit B Jennifer Conrad - Dave Buck "Remarks of Visitors" at City Council Mtg, 8/3/21 From: Dave Buck <dave@buckstl.com> To: "citycouncil@webstergroves.org" <citycouncil@webstergroves.org>, "nakazo... Date: 8/4/2021 10:13 AM Subject: Dave Buck "Remarks of Visitors" at City Council Mtg, 8/3/21 To Our Mayor, City Council & City Staff, This morning, I Zoomed in and watched and listened to the meeting of the Webster Groves Arts Commission, after which I wrote these remarks. I do not know who or what group came up with or greenlighted the slogan, "City of the Arts", for Webster Groves, but I want to kiss you and hug you because it just may be the best and smartest decision this city has ever made, particularly in focusing and charting our course for the future! Why do I feel this way? Because I have lived in Webster for over 20 years and we all have endured a continuing series of major controversies and divisions, from The Mills Project in the early 2000's all the way to the current Douglas Hill redevelopment project. These divisions have been win/lose battles that often pits neighbor against neighbor, tearing us apart and bringing out the worst in us. And it has brought out the worst in me, as Gerry unfortunately experienced first-hand during The Mills Project. It was my worst day. We too often give ourselves over to the dark side during these divisions, which undoubtably will continue. As such, we need something to restore balance to our "galaxy". file:///C:/Users/conradj/AppData/Local/Temp/XPgrpwise/6114FAB5WG_DOMWG_PO1... 8/12/2021  Page 2 of 3 And the arts is the force and how we do it. Because the arts are all about love, beauty, hope, fun and creativity. City services and commerce are essential activities and necessary to sustain life. But the arts are what we stay alive for! For the arts touch us, inspires us, lift our spirits up and bring us together to share and enjoy a common experience. In short, Art is COMMUNITY!!!!! And do you have any idea just how much artistic talent you have in our city, across the fine arts, music arts and theater arts? They are extraordinary and make our city come alive! For example, you can feel it during each Webster Arts Fair. Or were you at the Art Commission's Burroak Baroque Concert in Larson Park on July 16? 300-400 people came together and enjoyed the nice evening, each other and wonderful music. How does that compare with arguing with the opposition on some issue? Now look what's ahead; • The Hawken House Summer Concert Series continues. • Webster Arts "Chalk Fest" this August 7. • Art Commission's "Piano Fest" on August 28. • Webster's 3rd "World Peace Concert" on September 4 at the Garden Cafe. • Webster's 20th annual "Jazz & Blues Fest" on September 18. • Webster's 2nd annual "Porchfest" on October 3, this year in the North Webster neighborhood. That's a lot of FESTS!!!! A Lot of FESTive occasions!!! A proverbial FESTival of the Arts!!! In my humble, imperfect but creative opinion, the Arts are the Answer and always will be. So, I will end by saying that, if I was the Art King of Webster Groves, I would complement the Douglas Hill redevelopment file:///C:/Users/conradj/AppData/Local/Temp/XPgrpwise/6114FAB5WG_DOMWG_PO1... 8/12/2021  Page 3 of 3 project with a major civic art project to transform the historic Ozark Theater into a new and vibrant "Webster Groves Performing Arts Center" and make dreams come true. PEACE. Dave Buck file:///C:/Users/conradj/AppData/Local/Temp/XPgrpwise/6114FAB5WG_DOMWG_PO1... 8/12/2021  Page l of 2 Exhibit C Katie Nakazono - Remarks of Visitors - CC MTG - Aug 3rd, 2021 From: Clark Hotaling <clarkhotaling6l@gmail.com> To: <citycouncil@webstergroves.org> Date: 8/3/2021 9:53 AM Subject: Remarks of Visitors - CC MTG - Aug 3rd, 2021 Cc: Clark Hotaling <clarkhotaling6l@gmail.com> Good evening First and foremost, I want to thank you for your commitment to this City. While I don't agree with all of you all the time, I have a deep respect for each of you. Often, I wonder if those that only pay attention occasionally understand all that you give to serve us. By the time these remarks are read, all the votes for Proposition 1 should have been cast... and we may even know the outcome. I believe all of you know where I stand on the issue. As one who believes most change occurs incrementally, I applauded the Council's decision to pass Ordinance 9145. Over the last 2 months or so, I've talked to dozens and dozens of Weber-ites on both sides of the issue. And I've asked each one of them, regardless of where they stood, what was their number 1 reason to vote for or against Prop 1. And while I thought the referendum was unnecessary and disrespectful to your decision, I am glad that the topic of 'Fair and Equitable Housing' in Webster Groves has been discussed by so many. Here is what I heard-the top 3 issues for each 'side' (there were many other answers, but the bulk of responses fell in these three buckets): For those Opposed to Prop 1: 1) Removal of outdated restrictions from 1956. 2) More Options/Choices to provide housing diversity to meet changing family needs (young and old). 3) Affordability to address the "Missing Middle". For those For Prop 1: 1) Ordinance 9145 encourages teardowns of small houses and doesn't promote affordability-only serves 'developers'. 2) To preserve the character of WG/Single Family Homes and to reduce 'renting'/absentee landlords. 3) Discriminatory ordinance-should have been applied to all housing districts. As an eternal optimist, regardless of the outcome of the vote, I'm encouraged that we are moving in the right direction. Many of those I talked to that said they were going to 'yes', told me they would have voted 'no' if the plan was bigger, bolder. And all those I talked to that said they'd vote 'no', want more done. So, I believe the momentum is there, regardless of the outcome, to move the conversation and actions forward. I know 5 Council Members agree. I'm encouraged David wants to see bigger plans. And I believe the mayor is on board to agree the 'duplex restrictions' should be removed from all of the housing districts-although perhaps not allowed 'everywhere' in the districts. Please keep the ball rolling with regards to housing diversification in WG. Maybe we need a 'Housing Commission'. I know we do need, in addition to your 3-year-old stated goals for housing, a clear Vision of what we want to provide our residents in terms of housing options. Thank you, again. file:///C:/Users/nakazonok/AppData/Local/Temp/XPgrpwise/6109 I 232WG_DOMWG_PO1... 8/3/2021  Page 2 of 2 Clark Hotaling Webster Groves, MO (A4) clarkhotaling6 I 1£1:gmail.com (314) 346-5060 file:///C:/Users/nakazonok/AppData/Local/Temp/XPgrpwise/61091232WG_DOMWG_PO1... 8/3/2021