Residents Seek State Audit of Brentwood's Finances

They're going door-to-door to tally enough signatures for a petition.

St. Louis County Evaluates Election Costs

Costs have remained mostly flat.

Stenger: Smoking Ban Changes Won't Come Immediately

The chairman of the St. Louis County Council said Tuesday that he is open to extending the ban.

Neighbors Hear Plans for Marietta Parking Lot

Plans include more parking spaces and a wall to block car headlights.

Sutton Bus Loop to Become Green Space

The future use of the bus loop is currently unknown.

Debt Ceiling Fight in D.C. Could Raise Local Taxes

If the U.S. Congress doesn't raise the debt ceiling by Tuesday, layoffs and increased property taxes might be among the results in St. Louis County, Chief Operating Officer Garry Earls said.

Debt Ceiling Woes: How It Affects You

A Clayton-based economist predicts how a debt ceiling impasse would affect St. Louis-area residents.

County Council Hears Pitch to Expand Smoking Ban

St. Louis County Council members heard public comments from residents who want to end exemptions for certain bars.

Taxpayers Get Involved in 'Turner v. Clayton'

The state of Missouri has 30 days to respond.

PR for Brentwood Government Comes at a Cost

The city contracted someone for public relations consultation following the recent financial scandals.

South County Connector Draws Criticism in Webster Groves

The Webster Groves City Council has voted to oppose the plan, which aims to place roads in the Maplewood, Shrewsbury and Webster Groves communities.

Dooley Talks Debt Ceiling at County Council Meeting

Inaction by the U.S. Congress would have a negative effect on St. Louis County, he said.

Mayor Kelly: "I Feel Bad for the Reputation of the Firemen"

This is the second half of a Q&A that 'Maplewood-Brentwood Patch' held with Mayor Pat Kelly on Monday. The first half ran on Wednesday.

Following Scandals, a Q&A With Mayor Kelly (Part I)

This is the first half of a Q&A that 'Maplewood-Brentwood Patch' held with Mayor Pat Kelly on Monday. The second half will appear on Thursday.

Streets, Sidewalks Improvements Discussed at Aldermanic Meeting

Some work was accomplished by the Brentwood Board of Aldermen following the public comment period, where citizens shared their frustrations with the city's recent financial scandals.

Residents, Chime In: Is Brentwood's Reputation Tarnished?

Have the recent financial scandals affected your trust in Brentwood government?

Brentwood Residents: "I'm Embarrassed."

The recent financial scandal at the Brentwood Fire Department drew several residents to speak during a Brentwood Board of Aldermen meeting on Monday night.

Brentwood School Board to Meet Tuesday Morning

A list of expenditures totaling more than $234,000 is the lone item on the meeting agenda.

Carnahan Talks Debt Ceiling Dilemma

The Democratic congressman with a small group of seniors at the Affton White-Rodgers Community Center.

Carnahan Plans to Run Again in 2012

The Democratic congressman said he’d make an official announcement once redistricting lines are finalized.

Brentwood's Labor Attorney Fees Double in 2011

City officials won't elaborate on costs, cite privacy concerns.

Overtime Pay Scandal Plagues Brentwood Fire Department

Less than a month after former city administrator Chris Seemayer admitted to embezzling city funds, three high-ranking firefighters have been forced into retirement.

Rec Complex Discussions Temporarily Stalled

Brentwood officials sought to audit how many residents use The Heights Community Center in Richmond Heights, but Richmond Heights officials denied the request for information.

County Council Approvals Funds for Drug and Alcohol Recovery

The council also gave initial approval to the transfer of several thousand square feet of land to Richmond Heights and heard a proposal to accept a grant for fire-alarm upgrades at the St. Louis County Courts Building in Clayton.

No Handicap Parking at Post Office has Resident Fuming

Officials from the post office and City of Maplewood say it's the other agency's responsibility.

Deer Creek Center Could See Redevelopment, With Some Help

Summit Development, which owns the property, plans to seek public tax dollars to help pay for the redevelopment of the vacant building.

Maplewood Budget in Focus During Tuesday Meeting

The Maplewood City Council will meet at 7:30 p.m. at Maplewood City Hall.

2011-12 Maplewood Budget, By the Numbers

The city's proposed budget calls for street improvements, new police cars and a whole lot of salt.

Upgrades Slated for Seven Maplewood Streets

Next year's budget calls for improvements to the streets, pending Maplewood City Council approval.

Maplewood Budget Calls for Higher Revenues

The 2011-12 city budget anticipates additional revenue from an improving economy and new businesses.

New City Administrator Comes Highly Regarded

Bola Akande, praised by former employers as a "consummate professional," will start as Brentwood city administrator on Aug. 1, a few weeks after former city administrator Chris Seemayer pleaded guilty to embezzlement charges.

For Seemayer, Gambling Addiction Could Have Gotten Worse

A compulsive gambling addiction can lead to even more destructive choices than embezzling $30,000, says a local expert.

Maplewood City Council to Discuss Budget on Tuesday

The discussion is scheduled for 6 p.m. at Maplewood City Hall.

Budget Approved for Brentwood Schools in 2011-12

The Brentwood Board of Education approved the budget during a meeting last Tuesday.

Projects Break Ground at MRH Preschool, High School

The Maplewood Richmond Heights Board of Education discussed the projects during its meeting on Thursday night.

Aldermen Divided on Recreation Complex's Future

Brentwood Ways and Means Committee members debated a potential $9 million bond issue during a meeting on Wednesday.

After Plea, Details on Seemayer Investigation Are Scarce

City officials offer very few details about when the city started to investigate former city administrator Chris Seemayer, who pled guilty to embezzlement charges on Wednesday.

UPDATE: Former City Administrator Pleads Guilty to Embezzling $30,000 of City Funds

Chris Seemayer used the money to pay for personal gambling at the Casino Queen, a U.S. Department of Justice news release states.

Brentwood School Board to Vote on Next Year's Budget

The Brentwood Board of Education is scheduled to meet at 7 p.m. on Tuesday.

MRH School Board to Welcome New Member

The Maplewood Richmond Heights Board of Education is scheduled to meet at 7 p.m. on Thursday.