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This ordinance conforms to the Missouri “Hands-Free Law”, which took effect statewide on August 28, 2023. The Missouri General Assembly preempted local regulations from deviating from the state statute.

Alderman Berkowitz introduced Bill No. 6995, to approve an amendment to Chapter 340 with the addition of a new Section 340.300, prohibiting drivers from handheld electronic communication devices to be read for the first time by title only. Alderman McAndrew seconded.

City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6995, first reading, an Ordinance Enacting Section 340.300 of the Clayton City Code Relating to Hands-Free Driving by title only.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Motion made by Alderman Berkowitz that the Board give unanimous consent to consideration for adoption of Bill No. 6995 on the day of its introduction. Alderman McAndrew seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Alderman Berkowitz introduced Bill No. 6995, to approve an amendment to Chapter 340 with the addition of a new Section 340.300, prohibiting drivers from handheld electronic communication devices to be read for the second time by title only. Alderman McAndrew seconded.

City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6995, second reading, an Ordinance Enacting Section 340.300 of the Clayton City Code Relating to Hands-Free Driving by title only.

The motion passed on a roll call vote: Alderman Berkowitz – Aye; Alderman McAndrew – Aye; Alderman Buse – Aye; Alderman Patel – Aye; Alderman Feder – Aye; Alderman Hummell – Aye; and Mayor Harris – Aye. The bill, having received majority approval, was adopted, and became Ordinance No. 6855 of the City of Clayton.

CONSENT AGENDA

Budget for the Center of Clayton. (Res. No. 2023-31)

The motion passed on a roll call vote: Alderman Berkowitz – Aye; Alderman McAndrew – Aye; Alderman Buse – Aye; Alderman Patel – Aye; Alderman Feder – Aye; Alderman Hummell – Aye; and Mayor Harris – Aye. OTHER

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Alderman Berkowitz reported on the following: • Livable Communities meeting

Alderman McAndrew reported on the following: • Plan Commission o Discussion on a new home construction on Polo that is of a significant size; citizens attended to express nonsupport of the project. o Kathleen Gund gave a presentation on the use of gas fueled lamps.

Alderman Patel reported on the following: • Community Equity Commission (CEC) o Discussion to receive an update on the Comprehensive Plan o Working with the Chamber to survey businesses about diversity and inclusion. • Ward 1 citizens have expressed interest in discussion on traffic safety.

Alderman Feder reported on the following: • Community Equity Commission (CEC) o Welcomed new member, Karin Schute. o CEC Housing Subcommittee met with Webster Groves on issues of affordable/attainable housing. • Commended City Attorney O’Keefe on “great job” presenting a Parliamentary Procedure seminar.

Alderman Hummell reported on the following: • Clayton Community Foundation o Participated in the Comprehensive Plan – focusing on getting performing arts centers and cultural organizations here in Clayton. • BOA/BOE Breakfast meeting o The SRO for the elementary school is working well and is a great fit.

Mayor Harris reported on the following: • Clayton Equity Commission o Discussion with Ben Uchitelle and CEC to present what they've been doing and how it's been working to the St. Louis County Municipal League. • Landscape Task Force o The remembrance marker for Black Community has been planted at Centene Park, corner of Hanley and Carondelet. • MYAC – met last week and is off to a great start.

• Met with the Parks Master Plan Steering Committee and discussed the Commons’ project. • Met with Lal Karsanbhai, Emerson Electric; corporate headquarters are moving to Clayton by the Fall of 2024.

Motion made by Alderman Hummell that the Board adjourn to a closed meeting, with a closed vote and record, as authorized by Section 610.021(1), (2) and (3) Revised Statutes of Missouri, relating to legal issues, real estate and/or personnel, and to discuss matters related to negotiation of a contract pursuant to Section 610.021(12), RSMo. and/or

Louis County Municipal League. • Landscape Task Force o The remembrance marker for Black Community has been planted at Centene Park, corner of Hanley and Carondelet. • MYAC – met last week and is off to a great start.

• Met with the Parks Master Plan Steering Committee and discussed the Commons’ project. • Met with Lal Karsanbhai, Emerson Electric; corporate headquarters are moving to Clayton by the Fall of 2024. Motion made by Alderman Hummell that the Board adjourn to a closed meeting, with a closed vote and record, as authorized by Section 610.021(1), (2) and (3) Revised Statutes of Missouri, relating to legal issues, real estate and/or personnel, and to discuss matters related to negotiation of a contract pursuant to Section 610.021(12), RSMo. and/or

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proprietary information pursuant to Sec. 610.021(15), and/or information related to public safety and security measures pursuant to Section 610.021(18) and (19) RSMO for preparation per Section 610.021(9) for labor negotiations. Alderman Patel seconded.

The motion passed on a roll call vote: Alderman Berkowitz – Aye; Alderman McAndrew – Aye; Alderman Buse – Aye; Alderman Patel – Aye; Alderman Feder – Aye; Alderman Hummell – Aye; and Mayor Harris – Aye.

There being no further regular meeting discussion the Board adjourned into a closed session at 7:30 p.m.

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