The Director of Public Safety reasonably believes that the premises located at or abutting 3935-43 S Grand (Residential Units Only) is a public nuisance as defined in Ordinance #67600. Specifically, there have been domestic disturbances, assaults, and other unruly behavior at this location. View Larger Map Click here to see a copy of the public [...]
Message from Pamela Rice Walker St. Louis City Interim Director of Health As the 2009/10 seasonal flu season approaches, stories about novel H1N1 (swine) flu have begun to dominate the national and international news. The symptoms of novel H1N1 flu virus in people include fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, headache, [...]
New announcement from the St. Louis Circuit Attorney. Click here to view flyer. AARP Bulletin Today reports that fraudulent home deeds can give criminals the keys to your castle. St. Louis Circuit Attorney, Jennifer Joyce When Teresa Bidwell, a Philadelphia area businesswoman, hired contractors to make minor renovations, she made the shocking discovery that her [...]
St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department Chief Isom has recently announced plans to re-establish the FREE “Citizens Academy.” Citizens will have an opportunity learn about various aspects of the police department beginning with the fall course scheduled to begin on September 16th and meeting each Wednesday from 6pm-9pm at the Police Academy for 10 weeks. To [...]
The Dutchtown West Neighborhood Association (DWNA) website has just seen its 2,500th visitor! The DWNA website started in December of 2008 as a tool to communicate news and information to Dutchtown West neighbors as well as serve as an online resource for information that anyone can access 24/7. Additionally, the aim is that the website [...]
As Alderwoman Jennifer Florida (Ward 15) mentioned at the last Dutchtown West Neighborhood Association (DWNA) meeting on August 11, 2009, South Grand (from Arsenal to McDonald) has received funding to improve the street scape in that area. Part of the plans include the option of turning South Grand into a 3-lane road down from a [...]
New announcement from the St. Louis Circuit Attorney. Click here to view the flyer. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) recently warned the public about a scam reported in multiple American cities that preys on the citizens’ fear of being arrested for missing jury duty. In this “jury duty intimidation scam,” a false jury duty [...]
Grbic Restaurant, located in our neighborhood at 4071 Keokuk (Corner of Meramec and Keokuk) has been gracious in allowing us to use their banquet hall for our monthly neighborhood meetings. Consider dining at Grbic’s Restaurant sometime to let them know how much we appreciate their generosity and being a solid business in our neighborhood. Grbic’s [...]
1st District Public Affairs Officer, Thomas Bottini, has reported that overall crime is down 7.3% for the year in the Dutchtown West Neighborhood Association area. Officer Bottini can be reached at 314-444-0176 or tjbottini@slmpd.org
There is a new store open for business at 3302 Meramec (corner of Meramec and Virginia) called “Twice Blessed Resale Shop.” Twice Blessed sells clothing for women and children, jewelry, purses, shoes, and small home decor. They are open from 10am – 5pm Tuesday through Saturday. All proceeds benefit “Our Lady’s Inn” which is a [...]
The St. Louis City Citizens’ Service Bureau (CSB) is a “one-stop-shop” for all your city service needs. Call 622-4800 or submit an electronic request anytime you observe a problem or need assistance with city services. The CSB has created a handy guide and picture that helps describe what they do and when to contact them. [...]
Youth In Need, a local non-profit, sent a letter thanking the Dutchtown West Neighborhood Association for our recent donations to their organization. CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE LETTER Youth In Need Thanks again to all who donated items! If you have any school supplies or other donations, please call Youth In Need at 636-757-9345 or send an [...]
The International Institute’s annual Festival of Nations will occur August 29-30 in Tower Grove Park. This event is free and is a multiethnic celebration featuring dance, music, food, cultural and educational exhibits, folk art demonstrations, and craft market. For a schedule of activities or more information, visit their website at: http://www.iistl.org/festival.php
Thanks to everyone who attended the August monthly Dutchtown West Neighborhood Association (DWNA) meeting last night! We had a great turnout that included over 25 new neighbors! Additionally, our roster has grown to over 220 people since we officially organized as a neighborhood association 8 months ago in December of 2008! As a reminder, if [...]
Below is a copy of a proposal/plan for improving Amberg Park created by Alderman Shane Cohn and provided by the Dutchtown West Neighborhood Association Neighborhood Improvement Action Group Coordinator, Mitch Hurias. AMBERG PARK PROJECT Neighborhood parks should reflect the recreation interests, needs and health benefits for the community residents in the immediate and the surrounding [...]
Please join us for our next Dutchtown West Neighborhood Association (DWNA) meeting on Tuesday, August 11, 2009 at 7:00 pm. We are currently slated to meet at Grbic Banquet Hall (4071 Keokuk). Please check this website, your mail, and your email for any potential changes. Meetings are always held on the second Tuesday of every [...]
