02-10-15 BOA Minutes February 10, 2015 Page 5 of 6

Alderman Harris moved to approve Resolution No. 15-02, to change the paying agent for the Build America Bonds, Series 2009A and 2009B. Alderman Garnholz seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

TO CONSIDER AN APPOINTMENT TO THE SUSTAINABILITY COMMITTEE

City Manager Owens reported that Due to a recent resignation of a member of the Sustainability Committee Ward 1 has nominated George Hettich to be appointed to serve a three-year term ending June 30, 2018. Recommendation is to approve the appointment.

Alderman Lintz stated that he and Alderman Boulton met with Mr. Hettich who had expressed an interest to serve the community.

In response to Alderman Winings’ question regarding filling an unexpired term, City Clerk Frazier confirmed that he was correct and that Mr. Hettich would be completing an unexpired term instead of a three-year term. She would make this correction and provide the information to the Board.

Alderman Harris moved to appoint George Hettich to the Sustainability Committee. Alderman Garnholz seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Other

Alderman Harris updated the Board on the St. Louis County Municipal League providing a brief summary of the following reports/studies: Sales Tax in Missouri: Revision or Reinvention?; Tax Increment Financing in St. Louis County: 2000-2012; Best Practices: An Overview of Current Policies and Strategies for Improving Municipal Efficiency; and The St. Louis County Boundary Commission: Its Impact on Annexations and Incorporations. She noted that all of the studies can be found on the website and she would send the link to the Board.

Alderman Garnholz reported on the following:

for the North Entry into Shaw Park. The features included a fountain with a small pond and drainage “stream,” benches, and landscaping. She said that $500,000 has been received contingent upon approval. She stressed that a process will be put into place and that a steering committee will be formed as they move ahead.

Alderman Harris commented that a donor has committed to the $3 million cost of the project, but again stressed that it will go through a thorough process including public engagement.

Alderman Berger expressed his concerns that the project at this corner location has been greatly extended beyond what the Board reviewed over a year ago.

Alderman Garnholz continued her report:

anniversaries, birthdays, etc.

report to the Foundation members.

Mayor Sanger reminded everyone about the Clayton Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards meeting.

City Manager Owens introduced new staff member George Ertle, Assistant to the City Manager.

City Manager Owens provided/recommended a book, The Imperfect Board Member to the Board and staff.

There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 7:40 p.m.

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Mayor ATTEST:

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