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Motion made by Alderman Buse to approve the Consent Agenda. Alderman Patel seconded. The motion passed on a roll call vote: Alderman Buse – Aye; Alderman Patel – Aye; Alderman Feder – Aye; Alderman Hummell – Aye; and Mayor Pro Tempore McAndrew – Aye. AN ORDINANCE - 3RD QUARTER AMENDMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2023 BUDGET
Karen Dilber, Director of Finance provided a summary report on the FY2023 3rd quarter budget amendments. FY2023 3RD QUARTER FINANCIAL REPORT
Karen Dilber, Director of Finance provided the Board with a summary report of the FY2023 3rd Quarter Financial report. Alderman Buse introduced Bill No. 6985, the FY2023 3rd Quarter amendment for the first time by title only. Alderman Patel seconded. City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6985, first reading, an Ordinance Amending the Fiscal Year 2023 Budget and Appropriating Funds Pursuant Thereto by title only. The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote. Motion made by Alderman Buse that the Board give unanimous consent to consideration for adoption of Bill No. 6985 on the day of its introduction. Alderman Patel seconded. The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote. Alderman Buse introduced Bill No. 6985, the FY2023 3rd Quarter amendment for the second time by title only. Alderman Patel seconded. City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6984, second reading, an Ordinance Amending the Fiscal Year 2023 Budget and Appropriating Funds Pursuant Thereto by title only.
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THE CITY OF CLAYTON
Board of Aldermen In-Person and Virtual Meeting August 8, 2023 7:05 p.m.
Mayor Harris called the meeting to order and requested a roll call. The following individuals were in attendance:
In-person: Susan Buse, Becky Patel, Gary Feder, Rick Hummell, and Mayor Pro Tempore McAndrew.
Staff: City Manager Gipson, City Attorney O’Keefe, City Clerk Frazier, and Assistant City Manager Andrea Muskopf
Mayor Pro Tempore McAndrew announced that the Clayton Fire Department was honored by receiving the Missouri 2023 EMS Agency of the Year award from the Missouri Emergency Medical Services Association (MEMSA). Congratulations!
Mayor Pro Tempore McAndrew announced that August 7th was National Purple Heart Day and expressed appreciation and recognition to Clayton Police Officer Tyler Rigoni who received a Purple Heart while serving in the U.S. Army during Operation Enduring Freedom.
PUBLIC REQUESTS AND PETITIONS
None
A PUBLIC HEARING AND A RESOLUTION FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR 7810 FORSYTH BOULEVARD RESTAURANT D/B/A BARCELONA
Mayor Pro Tempore McAndrew opened the public hearing and requested proof of publication.
City Manager Gipson reported that this is a public hearing to consider an application for a Conditional Use Permit submitted by Nicole Johnson of Nations KEC on behalf of Bar Colona, LLC., d/b/a Barcelona, to allow for the operation of a 1,600 square foot restaurant with outdoor dining.
Frank Schmitz, owner, was in attendance to answer questions.
Elizabeth Green, 1 Brighton Way, addressed the Board with concerns regarding outside dining and encroachment onto the sidewalks as it relates to the safety for pedestrians.
Mayor Pro Tempore McAndrew closed the public hearing.
CONSENT AGENDA
1 & 2 In Shaw Park. (Res. No. 2023-27)
Alderman Patel seconded. City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6984, second reading, an Ordinance Amending the Fiscal Year 2023 Budget and Appropriating Funds Pursuant Thereto by title only. The motion passed on a roll call vote: Alderman Buse – Aye; Alderman Patel – Aye; Alderman Feder – Aye; Alderman Hummell – Aye; and Mayor Pro Tempore McAndrew – Aye. The bill, having received majority approval, was adopted, and became Ordinance No. 6846 of the City of Clayton. Other
City Manager Gipson expressed thanks to Karen Dilber and staff for a job well done on the budget. Alderman Buse reported on the following:
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• The Hillcrest Neighborhood is researching/discussing the possibility of purchasing flock cameras. She expressed her concerns with the use of the cameras on issues of their use and how it could possibly result in abuse of data sharing, profiling, and other related issues.
Alderman Patel reported on the following: • Attended the MAPERS Conference • Sustainability Committee o Discussion on benchmarking and building energy standards • Comprehensive Plan open house is scheduled for next week • Community Equity Commission – Judge Strum attended
Alderman Feder reported on the following: o Met with Judge Strum
Alderman Hummell reported on the following: • Neighborhood Community meetings on the proposed Overlay District for Washington University and Concordia Seminary – congratulations to City Manager Gipson and Planning Director Anna Krane on a great job! o Citizen’s concerns are accessibility and safety o Suggested that the City consider discussions with St. Lous County to make Big Bend Boulevard safer for pedestrians and bikers by moving the road further to the west
City Manager Gipson added that he has had an initial conversation with St. Louis County and will continue to work with them on improvements.
Alderman McAndrew reported on the following: • Plan Commission o The developers for the World News site presented new plans which will require a new parking study due to the significant changes proposed; they are including creative artwork (murals) and art pieces.
Motion made by Alderman Buse to adjourn the meeting. Alderman Patel seconded.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:08 p.m.
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