April 16 Board of Aldermen Meeting — Key Updates
The Board of Aldermen met on April 16. Below is a summary of key updates and discussions from the meeting.
Swearing-In & Election Results
The Board marked the start of a new term following the recent municipal election. Mayor Kel Ward and Alderman John Hopkins were both reelected and sworn in. The Board welcomed newly elected Alderman Stephen Knapp, who was also sworn in at the meeting.
Parking Ordinance Reminder
Major Larson of the Normandy Police Department shared that there were multiple parking-related complaints reported last month. For residents unsure how to report a parking concern, he advised calling 911 so dispatch can gather information and route the issue appropriately.
He also clarified the current ordinance: vehicles may be parked on the street for up to 48 consecutive hours. Any time a vehicle is moved the 48 hour time limit restarts. The Board noted that ordinances can be revisited over time if adjustments are needed to support street safety and community convenience.
Read the Ordinance below or on the City Code Book HERE
Related Parking Ordinance No. 774
Street Repair Project Approved
Following several meetings reviewing bids and project scope, the Board approved and signed a contract with E. Meier Contracting Inc. for upcoming street repairs.
The total project cost is $41,480, which includes:
• Milling and asphalt work (#13–#22): $23,100
• Base repairs (#19–#21): $2,040
• Milling and asphalt work (#8–#76): $16,340
Work is anticipated to begin in May or June, with residents in affected areas to be notified as schedules are confirmed.
Additionally, the Street Commission shared that, at the recommendation of the Tree Board, unused millings and scraped materials from the project will be repurposed to help improve paths in the Bellerive Acres Bird Sanctuary.
Click below to read the recent updates related to the street project :
April 17: Street Repair Project: What Got Approved
Tree City Recognition & Arbor Day
Alderman Paunicka reported that Bellerive Acres has been recognized as a Tree City for the 8th consecutive year. Mayor Ward attended the Arbor Day luncheon and presented the commemorative flag received by the city.
Residents are invited to attend the Arbor Day celebration on Wednesday, April 22 from 9:00 AM–1:00 PM at St. Vincent County Park.
Ald. Paunicka and Mayor Ward present commemorative Tree City flag.
KEB Financial Services & Accounting Transition
Following the special meeting earlier in the week, the Board voted to approve the 2026 engagement letter with KEB, securing continued financial services for the city.
As part of this transition, the city will move from QuickBooks Desktop to QuickBooks Online, with the goal of improving efficiency and increasing visibility into financial processes.
Click below to read the recent updates related to the re-engagement of KEB :
April 14 - Special Meeting: Financial Reporting Update
March 28 - Update on City Financial Reporting
CDBG Funding Update
Mayor Ward shared that project suggestions from both residents and the Board have been submitted for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding. Updates will be provided once the city is notified of which projects have been approved.
Click below to read the recent updates related to CDBG Grant :
February 17: 2025 Community Development Block Grant
Ameren Lighting Reimbursement
The Mayor also reported that reimbursement from Ameren related to the city’s lighting project has been initiated, with funds expected in the near future.