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South County Times 7
Sunset Hills
Water Slides Get 2nd Look
Issue narrowly defeated
at July 11 BOA meeting
by Joe Leicht
While stopping short of saying a pro-
posal for a new water slide attraction at
the city aquatic center will be up for
another vote when the Sunset Hills
Board of Aldermen meets Aug. 8, Mayor
Pat Fribis saw that the issue was thor-
oughly revisited by the board at its July
25 work session.
On July 11, the board defeated a res-
olution to seek a St. Louis County
Municipal Parks Grant to build a one-
or two-component water slide. With
one alderman Dee Baebler absent at
that meeting, the resolution was defeat-
ed three to four. Fribis said afterward
that if Baebler had attended and voted
yes, she would have cast a tie-breaking
vote in favor of the proposal.
I have been bombarded with resi-
dents who are disappointed that the
water slides did not pass, the mayor
said at Tuesdays meeting.
Fribis asked Parks & Recreation
Director Gerald Brown to address some
of the criticisms that had been
expressed by aldermen who voted the
proposal down.
Brown said on the matter of liability,
it would only cost the city $1,500 annu-
ally to insure the slides. To counter
concerns the addition of the slides
would create an attraction that would
HOMETOWN business profiles
Seated from left: Kathleen Mee, Ellie Puricelli, Annie Higgins, Jeanne Humphrey, Anna Proctor
Standing from left: Kim Welch, Jane Torretta, Dr. Joseph Grimaud, Madison Dodd, Jill Oge
Watson Pointe Dental Marks 106 Years
Of Caring, State-Of-The-Art Dentistry
The year 2017 marks the 106th year in
practice for Watson Pointe Dental.
Dr. Joseph S. Grimaud continues the
family tradition started in 1911 by his
grandfather, Dr. Vincent Grimaud. Dr. Joes
father, Dr. James C. Grimaud, joined the
practice in 1938 and retired in 1988 after
50 years of dentistry. Dr. Joe joined the
practice in 1985. Dr. Joe is pleased to have
four family members (plus three honorary
members) working in his office.
Much has changed in dentistry over
the past 106 years, and technology has
made dentistry much easier and more
comfortable for patients, said Dr. Joe.
Watson Pointe Dental uses such
technologies as digital X-rays, intra-oral
cameras and single visit, all-porcelain
restorations and crowns. Most recently
Watson Pointe Dental has been using Oral
ID, the latest in fluorescent oral cancer
detection.
Although new
technology is an
important feature of
the dental office, the
8537 Watson Road Webster Groves
314-963-2000
overtax the physical limitations of the
aquatic center, Brown said use of the
slides could be restricted to city resi-
dents or members only, possibly once or
twice per week.
Some had expressed concern about
the proposed stand-up design of one
of the slides. Brown said the stand-up
slide could be abandoned in favor of a
tube-style slide and an open-flume
slide.
As for the cost, estimated at
$385,000 to $550,000 if a county
grant were secured Brown simply
asked that cost concerns be reconsid-
ered.
We do have the money, Fribis said.
Do we want this to be an area consultant to review the situation there
attraction, or do we want this to be an
amenity for our residents? I think it can
be both, Brown said.
Brown said if the city does not want
to pursue the slides, which topped the
list of amenities mentioned in a 2008
public survey, he could seek a county
grant to add restrooms to the aquatic
center.
The county grant deadline is late
August, which the mayor said would
give the board time to submit an appli-
cation.
Aldermen Thomas Musich, Nathan
Lipe, Kurt Krueger and Mark Columbo
voted against the proposal on July 11;
Aldermen Rich Gau, Thompson Price
and Steve Bersch voted yes.
atmosphere remains friendly, warm and
comfortable. Patients are offered fresh
coffee and tea in the relaxing reception
room, comfortable pillows, cozy blankets
and warm, lemon-scented towelettes
following treatment.
Prevention is still a top priority. An
ounce of prevention is worth a pound of
cure.
This old saying was never more true
than in dentistry, said Dr. Joe. Our
highly skilled dental hygienists customize
treatment and home care instructions for
each of our patients.
Dr. Joe takes his 21st-century skills
to Nepal each October. He treks in the
Himalayan Mountains with the Karma
Thalo Foundation to deliver dental care to
the Nepalese living in remote villages. Dr.
Joe encourages individuals to like the
Karma Thalo Foundation on Facebook.
Stop by Watson
Pointe Dental for a visit
or a tour of the office.
New patients are always
welcome.
St. Louis County
Design Study Sought For Reavis
Barracks, Green Park Intersection
by Charles Bolinger
The St. Louis County Transportation
Department wants an outside firm to
review the Green Park and Reavis
Barracks intersection with an eye
toward improvements.
During its July 25 meeting, the St.
Louis County Council introduced a bill
to authorize a contract with HDR
Engineering, Inc., for a conceptual
design study of potential improve-
ments to the intersection, including
replacing two bridges over Gravois
Creek.
What this would do is hire a design
and tell us what needs to be corrected,
said David Wrone, the departments
public information officer. The inter-
section floods about every five years, so
thats an issue. In addition, standing
water leftover from flash flooding can
promote mosquito breeding.
The intersection is offset; its not
properly aligned and it has issues with
semi-truck and trailer movements. Its
old and poorly designed. Wrone said.
Daniel Dreisewerd, acting director
of the Department of Transportation
and Public Works, requested the study.
He said the design study will identify
potential geometric improvements at
the intersection and would build a five-
lane roadway on Reavis Barracks
From left: Chris Siefleich and Ryan Siefleich
CJS Roofing Celebrating 25 Years By
Putting Customer First, Building Trust
CJS Roofing Co. is celebrating its silver
anniversary of providing quality residential
and commercial roofing.
After 25 years in business, the same
values that I had when I began still hold true
today: treat people fairly at a competitive
price and the word will spread, said owner
Chris Sielfleisch. We still put the customer
first. If there was one word that we try to
build our entire company on, that would be
trust.
Sielfleisch got started in the business by
working for his father in the summers. After
college, he worked in roofing sales, then
established CJS Roofing in 1992 to support
his family of six. Six years ago, Sielfleischs
son, Ryan, joined the company. Now the
younger Sielfleisch is the project manager,
monitoring each job from start to finish.
Since this is a third-generation
business, the family is
always involved in every
facet, Sielfleisch said. We
feel that being available to
the customer is a necessity.
With my wife on the phones
1656 San Simeon Way Fenton 636-349-5225
www.cjsroofing.net
between Lemay Ferry and Green Park
roads. Pedestrian and bicycle mobility
would also be evaluated for opportuni-
ties to comply with the countys
Complete Street Ordinance.
In addition, HDR would develop con-
ceptual designs related to replacing the
bridges, which the transportation
department says are deteriorating and
functionally obsolete.
St. Louis County Department of
Transportation and Public Works
issued Requests for Qualifications
(RFQs) for the project and nine firms
answered. A selection committee eval-
uated the responses and identified
three firms to interview. HDR was cho-
sen over Burns & McDonnell
Engineering and Hanson Professional
Services, Inc.
We are requesting to advance the
conceptual study portion of the engi-
neering process due to the deteriora-
tion of the existing bridges and the like-
lihood of lengthy approval processes
with Corps of Engineers and the
Federal Emergency Management
Agency, Dreisewerd said.
The HDR contract is not to exceed
$257,500. Funding for this project
came from previously appropriated
monies from the Transportation
Highway Fund, which were not used
thanks to underruns in other projects.
The Proof is in our Roof!
and the internet and my son and me mobile,
we are always available.
Customers say they appreciate the
family atmosphere. A typical posting on
the BBB website reads a very professional
and responsive company thats family
owned. They offer fair and competitive
pricing. Ive used them for two separate
roof replacements and both experiences
have been wonderful. No pressure or unkept
promises just honest, straightforward and
hardworking people.
CJS takes pride in being different from
larger competitors.
Our money is not spent on high-end
advertising spots, and that allows us to
bid fairly while using quality material,
Sielfleisch said. We never take any money
up front. We get paid when we are finished
and the customer is happy. Keeping the
customer in the drivers seat
is smart.
Sielfleisch finds the best
advertising is the work itself.
Hence, the company motto:
The Proof is in our Roof.
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From left: Felix Kadirov, Director of Business Development; Linda Snead, Administrative Assistant;
Mike Gianino, President; Jody Wagner, R.N.; Michael Gianino, Operations Manager.
Homewatch Caregivers Providing
Quality Affordable Care For 17 Years
Homewatch Caregivers has been providing
home health care for seniors since 2001.
Mike and Maria Gianino started the
business after Mike had enjoyed a successful
management career with Anheuser-Busch. He
and Maria decided to pursue a locally based
business that could grow into a family business
while giving back to the community.
Providing assistance to seniors requiring
help with daily activities was the perfect
business opportunity, said Michael Gianino,
son and operations manager.
The agency offers both hourly and live-in
care, which provides eligible clients with 24-
hour accident prevention at less than half the
cost of hourly care. Other services include care
management, geriatric exercises and health
tips, and one-on-one and group computer
training.
Homewatch Caregivers has enjoyed 17
years of business success
proudly serving seniors in
the St. Louis and St. Charles
communities, he added.
The company has become
7915 Big Bend Blvd. Webster Groves
314-963-1100 www.homewatchcaregivers.com
Marthas Hands is celebrating twenty years of compassionate, private-duty home care. Marthas Hands is
locally owned by Denise Hedrick Huber and Eileen Hedrick RN, BSHA.
Marthas Hands: Celebrating 20 Years of
Compassionate Partners In Senior Care
Does an elder family member need help
to stay in their home? Place your trust in
Marthas Hands. Their Nurse Care Manager
will visit with you to customize your care.
Eileen Hedrick founded Marthas Hands
on a mission of Love through Service.
While a nursing student, Eileen was taught
by the Sisters of Mercy, emphasizing total
wellness. Eileen applied this mission in her
nursing career and eventually to Marthas
Hands.
In addition, her mission-based approach,
Marthas Hands employs an unique Nurse
Care Manager model. All clients receive an
initial assessment, care plan development
and 24/7 care oversight by a Registered
Nurse. Marthas Hands team has over 150
years of experience.
They regularly attract compassionate
individuals willing to serve the needs of the
www.marthashands.com 314-965-4350
HOMETOWN business profiles
part of the fabric of the senior community,
offering quality, affordable care.
In that 17 years, the competition has
increased dramatically, Gianino said, with
triple the home healthcare agencies in the
community today.
As a result, it is critical to perfect the
recruitment, management and motivation of
caregivers, Gianino said.
The company recently hired Felix Kadirov
as Director of Business Development. He
spent years working in New York and New
Jersey servicing physicians and hospitals by
enhancing business development for medical
laboratories. Also on staff, is Jody Wagner RN,
MSN, DMgt. She performs assessments, plans
of care and caregiver training..
Gianinos clients and families appreciate
the accessibility they have to the owners.
Weve never forgotten our success is
directly attributed to going
the extra mile for our clients
and doing everything we can
to create a family atmosphere
among our caregivers.
elderly. Marthas Hands provides training
and matches a caregivers skills with the cli-
ents needs. Their Nurse Care Manager intro-
duces the new caregiver to their client, and
reviews the care plan to make everyone feel
comfortable.
Affording care can be a concern. Marthas
Hands can assist clients in discovering poten-
tial funding sources and care options.
Marthas Hands is actively involved with
the Home Care Association of America,
Missouri Alliance for Home Care,
Alzheimers Association and the Kirkwood
Chamber of Commerce.
Eileens daughter, Denise Hedrick Huber,
co-owns Marthas Hands and has become
more involved in running the business, con-
tinuing Eileens original mission of Love
through Service.
From left: Tom Streib, Dan Bretz, Sheri Timper, Rich Wood, Keith Martin, Matt Ellison
Streib Company Handles Electrical Jobs
Of All Sizes With The Customer In Mind
If it involves electric, Streib Company
can provide just about everything a customer
needs from electrical to media to security
services.
From repairing the smallest electrical
problem to wiring your entire home or office,
weve got the team to perform it all, said
President Tom Streib.
That includes boosting a homes Wi-Fi,
installing smart-home audio or video, and
designing and building a full smart-home
experience. The company also handles home
security from monitored security systems to
cameras and door-access control.
We can provide that sense of security to
keep you sleeping well at night, Streib said.
Streib started the company in 2004 with
just himself, a truck and a core business
vision: creating opportunity through
developing lasting relationships. The
business has grown to a team of more than
70 employees, all of
whom share Streibs
passion for customer
service. In 2014, the
company moved to its
9225 Watson Industrial Park St. Louis 487-7474
www.streibco.com
Kathy Evans and Rick Miller.
Your Life, On Paper: Write For You
Chronicles Family Stories
Since 2001, Kirkwood resident Kathy
M. Evans has been a personal biographer,
writing memoirs, biographies and
autobiographies through her business Write
for You Life Stories.
Clients wish to put their life stories on
paper and pass them down to children and
grandchildren. The stories are custom bound
in privately published books in leather, cloth,
lithowrap case binding or soft cover.
Evans business is a family affair, with her
father, Richard E. Miller, doing genealogy and
proofreading and her daughter, Grace Evans,
an English teacher, editing during the summer.
I started Write for You Life Stories
because it brought together three powerful
interests: a deep curiosity about peoples life
journeys, a previous career that involved
working with elders, and a lifelong avocation
of writing, Evans said.
In the early days,
the business was a one-
man band. Evans did the
interviewing, transcribing,
writing, editing, layout and
proofreading. Over time,
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current location, boasting 18,000-square feet
of office and warehouse space with room to
grow.
We are blessed to have a team that
surrounds this company with an energy of
wanting to succeed, Streib said. It shows
inside and out; some have been here since the
beginning and others are new to the team.
The latest newcomer is Dan Bretz, vice
president of field operations.
We look forward to Dan sharpening our
competitive edge and continuing to assist our
team in being one of the industry leaders,
Streib said. Kevin Bridick, vice president of
sales, has been around since 2005.
Streib finds the greatest satisfaction at
work from dealing with people, from the
customer to whom he provides great service
to the team members who help build the
business into a great company.
It is meeting great people that makes
getting up and being a
part of this company a
great experience every
day, he added.
she learned to subcontract some aspects of the
job to experts. The business also has become
more digitized, allowing her to use top notch
editors across the country.
We now know that families are
strengthened by understanding their own
history, Evans said. We no longer gather
around the fire at night telling our stories.
Families are scattered, and writing down the
stories allows us to share them with loved
ones, wherever they are. It helps our children
and grandchildren to know that theyre part of
something bigger.
Everyone has a story, no exceptions, she
said.
For a story, Evans meets with clients on
their home turf a few times a month to talk
about their lives. She sorts out the chronology
and adds historical context and family photos.
Shes written more than
40 life stories, chronicling
the lives of a presidential
cousin, a rocket scientists
wife, a British war bride,
Battle of the Bulge
veterans and many others.
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The staff at Show Me Blinds. From left: Libby, Marcia, Terri and Barry
Show Me Blinds & Shutters:
Small Business With Big Values
Whether shopping for a single window
treatment, redecorating an entire house or
seeking the solution to a complex design
challenge, Show Me Blinds & Shutters in
Kirkwood, a gallery store for the Hunter-
Douglas brand, can help.
Show Me Blinds has been offering
sales and installation on a wide range of
window treatments since 1996.
Veteran design consultants Marcia
Hermann and Libby Blake can help
customers select from limitless
combinations of color,
texture, fabrics and
function during a free
home consultation. Every
order is custom designed,
measured and made.
933 S. Kirkwood Road Kirkwood 314-909-1177
Monday Friday 9 a.m. 4 p.m.
www.showmeblinds.com
From left: Kristine Carey, Kelly Brandt, Tim Garvey and Jarod Briscuso
Pretzel Boys Serves Twisty Treats
At Stores In Des Peres & Sunset Hills
Pretzel Boys has a twisted tale to tell.
Out of two shops, Pretzel Boys makes
and serves soft pretzels, pretzel nuggets,
hot dogs, homemade dips, custom-shaped
pretzels, and sausage and bratwurst
pretzels.
Brothers Tim and Matt Garvey and Tims
wife, Jamie, started Pretzel Boys in 2011 in
Des Peres with five employees. In October
2015, they opened a Sunset Hills location.
They now employ 30 up from 20 two
years ago. They are hiring full-time workers
at $10 an hour. If interested in joining the
crew, email pretzelboys.jobs@gmail.com.
The business has expanded in other
ways too. Our pretzels are sold in more
concession stands and cafeterias now,
Tim Garvey said. Our catering for offices
has increased, as have our custom pretzel
orders.
Garvey gets his greatest business
satisfaction from
working with the staff.
We have a great
staff composed mostly
of students and recent
11750 Manchester Road Des Peres 314-835-9698
3802 S. Lindbergh Blvd. Sunset Hills
www.stlpretzelboys.com
HOMETOWN business profiles
Show Me Blinds was one of the
first Hunter Douglas Gallery stores
established in the United States over 10
years ago. All Hunter-Douglas products
are made in the U.S.A.
The connection with the well-known
Hunter-Douglas brand gives the store the
aura of a small business with big values.
Customers love that Show Me Blinds
is a small family business in Kirkwood.
For the staff, the best aspect of their
work is seeing homeowners excitement
after their new window
treatments have been
installed.
Customer satisfaction
is the most important
part of the business!
college graduates, he said.
Garvey started the business one year
after graduating from Spring Hill College.
After learning how to execute the pretzel
recipe from a friend in Philadelphia, he
headed home to St. Louis to open a pretzel
shop.
Although that recipe is classified,
Garvey shares other pretzel tips. He advises
unbagging the fresh pretzels as soon as
possible to avoid sogginess.
Never store pretzels in plastic, he
cautioned, adding that pretzels can be frozen
in a paper bag, then reheated in a microwave
oven.
Garvey enjoys talking with customers.
We have formed many relationships
with our customers over the years. Through
these relationships, we have become very
involved in the community, he said.
Pretzel Boys hires neighborhood
kids, supports school
fundraisers and sponsors
donation days for local
charities.
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Mike Weintz (center) with The Cleaning Authority staff.
The Cleaning Authority: Lifes Too Short
To Clean Your Own Home
The Cleaning Authority, a professional The Cleaning Authority has made a
housecleaning franchise, has been open in commitment to environmentally responsible
South County since 2004. Including its sister housecleaning. They use Green Seal Certified
office in Fairview Heights, IL, the company cleaning products, microfiber dusting cloths,
is proud to have nearly 1,200 recurring clients and HEPA vacuums. Keep an eye out for one
using its weekly, bi-weekly or monthly of their fuel efficient company cars their
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According to co-owners Mike and Michelle Worried about how your pet would handle
Weintz, the key to success is their amazing you employing a house cleaner? Dont be! The
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rate just one-third of the corporate average. and will do whatever is necessary to work
Long-term, happy, reliable employees allow with or around your pet. Mike Weintz joked
the company to provide quality and reliability that most employees know their assignments
far superior to the average housecleaning by the pets name instead of the homeowners
business or individual. name!
Happy employees make happy clients; its The company is a proud provider for
as simple as that, Mike Weintz said. Cleaning For A Reason, providing free
The company uses top-of-the-market housecleaning to women undergoing cancer
wages, monthly merit raises treatment. In addition, it just
and a full benefits package wrapped up its annual food
to attract and keep the right drive and collected over 250
kind of employee. In addition bags of groceries for three
to medical, dental, and local food pantries.
retirement plans, along with If in the market for The
liberal vacation time, they Cleaning Authoritys service,
even give every employee a call or click for a free pricing
paid day off on their birthday! estimate.
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