Welcome to the City of Bellerive Acres
Located in historic North Saint Louis County, Bellerive Acres is a great place to live! Whether it is the beautiful homes, the proximity to the natural Bird Sanctuary, or 15 minute drive time to most of Saint Louis, Bellerive Acres has a little something for everyone.
This site has been organized to provide easy access to public information and local resources. Take a moment to view the latest meeting minutes or check out the most recent news of activity in the area.
COVID-19 Resources
During this trying time, everyone needs to do their part to support our community and our nation's healthcare providers.
Please refer to the following two locations for detailed information on the COVID-19. If you have a specific local request or need, please contact your local City representative.
Current Agenda & Minutes
Meeting Bundle: 01-21-2021
Agenda: 01-21-2021
Current Newsletter
Published Thursday, 30 April 2020
City Council Virtual Meetings
Thurs, Jan 21st @ 7:00 PM Central
URL: meet.google.com/zud-ciir-rfk
(US) +1 470-327-0276
PIN: 720 270 119#
Latest City News
TOWN HALL MEETING 7:00-8:30 pm Monday, January 11, 2021
Virtual Meeting
https ://meet. google. com/tuo-byms-dsa
Join by Phone
(US) +1 402-628-0115
PIN: 903 048 022#
The City Council is holding a Town Hall meeting to solicit comment on two financial issues:
Repair options for a collapsed storm sewer 7:00 - 7:45 (approximately-can be shorter)
Salaries for Bellerive Acres elected officials 7:45 - 8:S0 (approximately-can be shorter)
NOTE that the moderator reserves the right to cut off any speaker after 1 (one) minute.
Comments may be submitted prior to the meeting by using the Citizen Comment Form at BelleriveAcresMO.gov, by emailing any city official, or by US Mail or a phone call to the mayor.
Storm Sewer Question
Which repair plan should the City provide the up-front money for. the $290,000 open cut proposal. or the $545,000 tunneling proposal preferred by the homeowner?
Metropolitan Sewer District will reimburse the City, but the City must "do" the project and pay all costs as they are incurred. MSD will reimburse the City after all work is completed and approved by MSD. Note that if something goes wrong, and MSD does not agree to pay for it, the City will be responsible for any additional cost.
Salaries Question
Should the mayor and aldermen of Bellerive Acres be paid a salary?
It is unusual for elected officials of a city not to receive a salary. Bellerive Acres officials and candidates have frequently stated they do not want to be paid. However, a paycheck comes with the presumption of accountabilitr on the part of the person accepting the payment.
Request for Proposals for Independent Auditing Services
The City of Bellerive Acres is soliciting bids for a financial audit for calendar/fiscal year 2019. Proposals must be submitted by November 12. See attached RFP document for details.
For more information, please contact Sharon Warren, City Clerk, at (314) 385-3300 ext 3014, or Mayor Nancy Hartman, (314) 440-4442.
CODES COUNT in Bellerive Acres
The Mayor and Board of Aldermen of the City of Bellerive Acres wish to remind you of a virtual public hearing as part of the City Council meeting on Thursday, August 20, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. The public hearing provides residents an opportunity to provide input on the opportunity to amend Chapter 500 of the city ordinances to bringing our building codes up to 2015 standards.
The City Council will consider adopting two ordinances to update Chapter 500 of Bellerive Acres’ current Building Codes and Permits to the 2015 standards of the International Code Council (ICC). The standardized ICC codes are widely held to be a best practice for cities. If approved, the ordinances would update portions of the city’s codes and bring the following codes to 2015 standards: The International Building Code, the International Residential Code, the International Existing Building Code, the National Electrical Code, the International Energy Conservation Code, and the International Property Maintenance Code.
Maintenance, property, and building codes are directly linked to improved public safety, public health and welfare, and property values. Codes Count, a program funded by the Missouri Foundation for Health in the 24:1 region, seeks to help cities adopt the 2015 ICC standards as a way to improve quality of life for residents, increase awareness of building codes, and direct people how to get help from their cities.
We understand that not everyone has the time or interest to “go deep in the weeds” of codes and ordinances. If your time is very limited, try this:
First, compare the proposed new Inspection Fees (open “Appendix A” and compare page 17 to the separate document “Normandy 2020 Fee Schedule.”) The fees are virtually identical.
Second, view the Slideshow….You’re done!
(1) SLIDE SHOW. A presentation explaining the difference between ordinances and codes, plus what we have of those and what we are considering changing to. By far, most of the codes refer to new construction.
(2) 2015 ORDINANCE. A draft copy of the ordinance our Board of Alderman will consider for adopting the new 2015 codes listed in the slideshow.
(3) 2014 ORDINANCE. A draft copy of the ordinance they will consider for the one code that is from 2014 instead of 2015--the electrical code.
(4) APPENDIX A. This is the complete list of Fees that will be considered for adoption. Note that only page 17 applies to homeowners.
(5) NORMANDY 2020 FEE SCHEDULE. These are the inspection fees Normandy is currently charging...you are invited to do a side-by-side comparison with Page 17 of Appendix A.
Notice of Public Hearing - 08-20-20
This Public Hearing will be conducted prior to the regular Bellerive Acres Board of Aldermen Meeting.
The purpose of this meeting is to respond to resident input on certain of the proposed changes to the Municipal Ordinances and Codes of Bellerive Acres regarding building and property maintenance. This effort is pursuant to Bellerive Acres’ upgrade and alignment with the 2015 International Building Codes. The Board may also vote on adoption of the changes.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 20, 2020 7:00 P.M.
To join the meeting:
URL: meet.google.com/ksg-zcvk-pot
Or by phone: (US) +1 803-618-1041 PIN: 220 994 152#
Notice of Public Hearing - 07-09-20
The City of Bellerive Acres, Missouri will hold a public hearing to discuss the estimated allocation of $20,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds which will become available after January 1, 2021. The public hearing will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 9, 2020 via a live virtual meeting on Google Meet. Members of the public are invited to attend the meeting in either of the following two
ways:
URL: https://meet.google.com/qrj-dizw-acm
or by
Phone: +1 937-612-3084 PIN: 117 354 145#
Bird Sanctuary 2020 Report
Prepared by Nancy Hartman on June 2nd 2020
Recently I completed the end-of-grant report for the Mo. Dept. Conservation, which gave us the grant money for our project "Save Our Bellerive Acres Bird Sanctuary." We killed the majority of the honeysuckle in the 22 acres of the bird sanctuary. We planted seedlings and native flower and grass seed. We took a project estimated to have a total value of a little over $25,000, and ended with a final value of almost $32,000. A big chunk of that value came from the volunteer work hours of the project, which, at a final count of 1,085 hours logged, was almost double the hours required. Our partner Beyond Housing gets our unending thanks for bringing us those volunteers. Resident Linda Paunicka was a key partner and a leader for all of the project. Her knowledge of the plant species and of the bird sanctuary were indispensable. Also indispensable was the work of Doug Seely, our 24:1 Community Forester. Residents donated refreshments for volunteers. Truly, this was a community effort.
Our project overseer at the Department of Conservation praised our work. Erin Shank, Urban Wildlife Biologist, Missouri Department of Conservation, wrote, " THANK YOU and all those Bellerive Acres residents & friends who worked so hard on this project! Missouri Department of Conservation is very grateful for your efforts and proud to call you a partner in conservation. Great work!"
Our work continues. In the near future we will be removing wintercreeper vines (euonymus) and the newly-arrived kudzu as well as eradicating whatever honeysuckle and other invasives remain or resprout. We are considering adding walking paths for our residents.
RING Doorbell Camera Program
5 RING doorbell cameras are FREE to claim by Bellerive Acres Residents
First Come, First Served
You must have internet service--you must agree to allow Normandy Police Dept. to access your footage if there is a need--you must agree to either keep good batteries in it or connect to your electrical service (so that it works). These cameras were provided to the 24:1 Initiative of Beyond Housing to improve community safety through a grant from Ameren UE.
Questions? Contact Sgt. Tameika Sanders at tsanders@cityofnormandy.gov or 314-385-3300 ext. 3167
Please do NOT go to Normandy City Hall. Call Sgt. Tameika Sanders for directions you must sign an agreement to get a camera.
Virtual City Council Meetings
Join us online!
During these unprecedented times, it is important to protect the safety and health of the Citizens of our City. To help facilitate this goal, the City Council Meeting will be conducted Virtually with respect to social distancing guidelines until further notice.
To join the meeting – simply go to the URL listed above on your phone, tablet, or desktop computer.
If you do not wish to join from a technology device – dial in phone numbers are provided.
If there are any questions please contact the Bellerive Acres Web master at webmaster@belleriveacresmo.gov
April Council Meeting Cancelled -04-16-20
No Council Meeting for April
Due to public health concerns, and the temporary closure of Normandy City Hall, the regularly scheduled council meeting for April has been Cancelled.
A virtual meeting is being considered for May if required -- more details will be posted.
Please direct any inquires to your council person or mayor via the contact information section.
March Council Meeting Cancelled -03-19-20
No Council Meeting for March
Due to public health concerns, and the temporary closure of Normandy City Hall, the regularly scheduled council meeting for March has been Cancelled.
Please direct any inquires to your council person or mayor via the contact information section.
Notice of Public Hearing Open House - 03-26-20
Public Hearing will be conducted from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in an Open-House Format.
The purpose of this meeting is to solicit resident input on certain of the proposed changes to the Municipal Ordinances and Codes of Bellerive Acres regarding building and property maintenance. This effort is pursuant to their upgrade and alignment with the 2015 International Building Codes.
Notice of Open Meeting Workshop -03-12-20
Workshop Meeting will be held at 7:00 p.m.
Purpose: At this meeting, the proposed changes to the Ordinances and Building Codes of Bellerive Acres will be presented to the City Council and the public.These changes are pursuant to our upgrade to the 2015 International Building Codes.
Notice of Closed Meeting - 02-20-20
Closed Meeting will be held at 6:00 p.m.
“Notice is hereby given that, subject to a motion duly made and adopted, Board of Aldermen of the City of Bellerive Acres, Missouri is holding a closed meeting for the purpose of dealing with matters relating to one or more of the following: 610.021 (1) Legal Actions, Causes of Action, Litigation or Privileged Communications between the City’s representatives and its attorneys; 610.021 (2) Leasing, purchasing or sale of real estate; 610.021 (3) Hiring, firing, disciplining or promotion of employees; 610.021 (9) preparation, including any discussion or work product, on behalf of a public governmental body or its representatives for negotiations with employee groups; 610.021 (11) Specifications or competitive bidding; 610.021 (12) Sealed bids or related documents. 610.021 (13) individually identifiable personnel records, performance ratings or records pertaining to employees or applicants for employment.”
Notice of Closed Meeting - 12-16-19
Closed Meeting will be held at 6:00 p.m. -- Time Has Been Updated
“Notice is hereby given that, subject to a motion duly made and adopted, Board of Aldermen of the City of Bellerive Acres, Missouri is holding a closed meeting for the purpose of dealing with matters relating to one or more of the following: 610.021 (1) Legal Actions, Causes of Action, Litigation or Privileged Communications between the City’s representatives and its attorneys; 610.021 (2) Leasing, purchasing or sale of real estate; 610.021 (3) Hiring, firing, disciplining or promotion of employees; 610.021 (9) preparation, including any discussion or work product, on behalf of a public governmental body or its representatives for negotiations with employee groups; 610.021 (11) Specifications or competitive bidding; 610.021 (12) Sealed bids or related documents. 610.021 (13) individually identifiable personnel records, performance ratings or records pertaining to employees or applicants for employment.”
2019 Bellerive City Audit Published
The first state audit of the City of Bellerive Acres has been completed and the report is available for public viewing from the auditors website.
For questions about the audit, please contact your local aldermen and / or attend the monthly council meetings.
November 21st Council Meeting Notice
“Notice is hereby given that, subject to a motion duly made and adopted, Board of Aldermen of the City of Bellerive Acres, Missouri may also hold a closed meeting for the purpose of dealing with matters relating to one or more of the following: 610.021 (1) Legal Actions, Causes of Action, Litigation or Privileged Communications between the City’s representatives and its attorneys; 610.021 (2) Leasing, purchasing or sale of real estate; 610.021 (3) Hiring, firing, disciplining or promotion of employees; 610.021 (9) preparation, including any discussion or work product, on behalf of a public governmental body or its representatives for negotiations with employee groups; 610.021 (11) Specifications or competitive bidding; 610.021 (12) Sealed bids or related documents. 610.021 (13) individually identifiable personnel records, performance ratings or records pertaining to employees or applicants for employment.”
Live - Bellerive Acres Citizen Comment Form
The City of Bellerive Acres has now enabled a Citizen Comment form. This provides a way for people to contact the City and provide feedback in may forms. You can choose to remain anonymous or leave contact information if a follow up is required.
Feedback types include:
Generic Comment
Recognition (for City person or Resident)
Question
Code Complaint
The tool is listed under "Site Features" Give the tool a try today!
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Work Session: 06-24-2019
A work session is scheduled for June 26th at 2:00 PM at Normandy City Hall. It is an open meeting, for examining current ordinances--regarding only property maintenance--and seeking comment. There will be NO votes on anything. What we (Maureen and Nancy) gather will be presented to the full board at an evening open meeting.
YOU ARE INVITED TO ATTEND OR SEND YOUR COMMENTS VIA EMAIL OR PHONE CALL, ETC.
YOU ARE IMPORTANT TO THIS PROCESS!--for example, if neglected swimming pools have been of concern to you, mention that or look it up. One resident already did that, and saw that there is no requirement for a yearly inspection. We should discuss this and maybe add it in....Anything regarding property maintenance is what we're examining.
IF YOU ARE COMING AND HAVE A LAPTOP OR TABLET, PLEASE BRING IT.
Second Newsletter Posted
Friday June 21 2019
Check out the 2019 second newsletter. In this edition:
Street Project on Hold
State Audit of Bellerive Acres
City Election Results
Trees! Trees! Trees!
Bellerive Acres Bird Sanctuary
MSD Rate Change Hearings
BACA News & Calendar
#SmartHomeOwner—Spring Lawn Care
Buehrig Garden Showcased in June
What Every Homeowner Should Know About Mosquitos & Door Hanger Insert
Thank you to Nancy the editor and all the contributors.
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Public Hearing: 06-20-2019
The City of Bellerive Acres will hold a public hearing to discuss the reallocation of $20,000 (fund year 2018) , estimated reallocation of $20,000 (fund year 2019) and estimated allocation of $20,000 for fund year 2020 in Community Development Block Grant funds. The public hearing will be held at 7:00 pm on Thursday June 20th 2019 at 7700 Natural Bridge Road, Saint Louis, MO 63121
City Elections - 4/2/2019
Sunday Mar. 31, 2019
The General Election will be this Tuesday April Second 2019. Be sure to come out and vote.
Saint Louis County Voting Resources
Polling Places & Sample Ballot (put in your address to view your specific data)
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11/15/18 Council Meeting Cancelled
Thursday Nov 15 2018
The City of Normandy City Hall and City of Normandy Courts will be closed on Thursday, November 15, 2018 due to inclement weather.
Therefore Bellerive Acres Council Meeting is cancelled and will need to be rescheduled for a later date.
Bellerive Acres Fall Cleanup & Wienie Roast
Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018
1:00 PM We’ll remove dead plant debris from our park areas and clean up trash along Natural Bridge. Clean-up BEGINS AT 1 PM. Bring your own tools (suggestions: gloves, clippers, trowel, grabber for trash). Rakes and trash bags will be provided.
5:00 PM Join us for a wiener roast at Floyd Johnson Island. BACA will provide the fire, roasting forks, hot dogs, chips, and makings for s’mores.
Please bring your chairs and the beverage of your choice.
Click here for a detailed flyer
All residents are welcome!
Clean-Up Questions: Nancy Hartman
Wienie Roast Questions: Becky Jones
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New City Hosted Emails
After much work, the City of Bellerive is proud to announce the go live of the City Host email system for council persons. This will allow for citizens to have a safe and secure channel to communicate with their board while also allowing for the City to retain documents and other intellectual property.
Please add the following addresses to your address book so that you may communicate with the city as needed.
Bill McCrary - billmccrary@belleriveacresmo.gov
Clayton Klein - claytonklein@belleriveacresmo.gov
Katrina Moore - katrinamoore@belleriveacresmo.gov
Nancy Hartman - nancyhartman@belleriveacresmo.gov
Maureen Roach - maureenroach@belleriveacresmo.gov
You may also add the following addresses if you are not sure who you need to talk to:
citycouncil@belleriveacresmo.gov - distribution group to all city council. open to the public
cityadmin@belleriveacresmo.gov - alias for the City Administrator
webmaster@belleriveacresmo.gov - alias for the web master
