City of Webster Groves Council Meeting 03/03/2026

The City of Webster Groves Council Meeting on March 3, 2026, focused on several key topics including the architectural and structural assessment of the City Hall building, skate park improvements, and zoning code amendments related to front-facing garages. The council discussed commissioning an architectural firm to assess the costs and feasibility of renovating or replacing the City Hall to meet current codes and ADA requirements, with estimated planning costs between $145,000 and $187,000. The skate park project was reviewed with community input favoring a mix of street style and transition features, with an estimated cost of around $300,000, partially funded by Prop W and grants. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to public hearings on zoning amendments to maintain the 40% rule limiting front-facing garages to preserve neighborhood character, especially in historic districts. Public comments emphasized the importance of this rule for maintaining the city's architectural heritage and environmental goals. Additionally, the council approved designating new school zones and discussed contracting mowing services to improve park maintenance efficiency. The meeting concluded with a call for a closed executive session on legal and personnel matters.