The bill, having received majority approval, was adopted, and became Ordinance No. 6842 of the City of Clayton. AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE APPROVAL OF A PLAT TO CONSOLIDATE CERTAIN PROPERTY KNOWN AS 201, 211, 215 NORTH MERAMEC AVENUE AND 8015 PERSHING AVENUE IN THE CITY OF CLAYTON, MISSOURI

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Alderman Berkowitz introduced Bill No. 6981, to approve a lot consolidation plat for 201, 211, 215 N. Meramec Avenue and 8015 Pershing Avenue to be read for the first time by title only. Alderman McAndrew seconded.

City Attorney Karr reads Bill No. 6981, first reading, an Ordinance Providing for the Approval of a Plat to Consolidate Certain Property Known as 201, 211, 215 North Meramec Avenue and 8015 Pershing Avenue in the City of Clayton, Missouri 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. 6981 on the day of its introduction. Alderman McAndrew seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Alderman Berkowitz introduced Bill No. 6981, to approve a lot consolidation plat for 201, 211, 215 N. Meramec Avenue and 8015 Pershing Avenue to be read for the second time by title only. Alderman McAndrew seconded.

City Attorney Karr reads Bill No. 6981, second reading, an Ordinance Providing for the Approval of a Plat to Consolidate Certain Property Known as 201, 211, 215 North Meramec Avenue and 8015 Pershing Avenue in the City of Clayton, Missouri by title only.

The motion passed on a roll call vote: Alderman Berkowitz – Aye; Alderman McAndrew – Aye; Alderman Buse – Aye; Alderman Feder – Aye; Alderman Hummell – Aye; and Mayor Harris – Aye. The bill, having received majority approval, was adopted, and became Ordinance No. 6843 of the City of Clayton.

CONSENT AGENDA

No. 2023-22)

SMITH AS MUNICIPAL PROSECUTOR

City Manager Gipson reported that a panel consisting of Police Chief Mark Smith, Director of Planning and Development Services Anna Krane, Clayton resident and attorney Anna Etzkorn, and I interviewed both candidates on June 26, 2023. Following the interviews and deliberation, the panel unanimously recommended the selection of Craig Smith for the position.

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Motion made by Alderman Berkowitz to approve the appointment of Craig H. Smith as the City of Clayton Prosecuting Attorney. Alderman McAndrew seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

APPOINTMENT OF MUNICIPAL JUDGE

Alderman Berkowitz reported that on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, the Municipal Judge Selection Panel members - Judge Michael Jamison, Attorney William Wallace, Shantay Bolton, Clayton Equity Commission, and himself engaged in interviews with three candidates.

On Friday, June 23, 2023, the Panel met to discuss, evaluate, and make its recommendation to the Board. The Panel has recommended Stephen M. Strum to be appointed as Judge of the Clayton Municipal Court for the upcoming term.

Motion made by Alderman Berkowitz to appoint Stephen M. Strum as the Municipal Judge for the City of Clayton. Alderman McAndrew seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Other

Alderman Berkowitz reported on the following: • Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC) o reviewed the proposed Special Business District FY2024. o recommended allocating monies for events and entertainment venues.

Alderman McAndrew reported on the following: • Plan Commission meeting – the original Forsyth/Central project has been revised and now the developer is proposing a hotel. • CRSWC Finance Committee o reviewed the budget and made salary adjustments. o discussion on the cost increases for utilities, commodities, etc.

Alderman Buse reported on the following: • Sustainability Committee o discussion on reducing the carbon footprint o grants (Ameren – four charging stations; hydration stations) o Washington University intern o discussion on recommending proposing an ordinance for idling o discussion on recommending an ordinance on gun safety

Alderman Feder reported on the following: • Clayton Equity Committee o Member Shantay Bolton, accepted a position with Georgia Tech. o Ben Uchitelle stepped down as Chairman and Chris Schmiz was appointed

Alderman Hummell reminded the Board of the Washington University Community meeting being held June 29 at Clayton High School

Alderman McAndrew reported on the following: • Plan Commission meeting – the original Forsyth/Central project has been revised and now the developer is proposing a hotel. • CRSWC Finance Committee o reviewed the budget and made salary adjustments. o discussion on the cost increases for utilities, commodities, etc. Alderman Buse reported on the following: • Sustainability Committee o discussion on reducing the carbon footprint o grants (Ameren – four charging stations; hydration stations) o Washington University intern o discussion on recommending proposing an ordinance for idling o discussion on recommending an ordinance on gun safety

Alderman Feder reported on the following: • Clayton Equity Committee o Member Shantay Bolton, accepted a position with Georgia Tech. o Ben Uchitelle stepped down as Chairman and Chris Schmiz was appointed

Alderman Hummell reminded the Board of the Washington University Community meeting being held June 29 at Clayton High School

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Mayor Harris reported on the following: • EDAC – great discussion; lots of interaction

Motion made by Alderman Berkowitz to adjourn the meeting. Alderman McAndrew seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

The meeting was adjourned at 8:04 p.m.

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