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March 24, 2026 — Meeting Minutes
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The current lights are too low (which does not provide uniform lighting on the courts) and should be replaced with more energy-efficient, full-coverage lighting. Staff and City Council reviewed two lighting proposals and determined to move forward with a comprehensive, long-term lighting solution for courts 1–9 by installing new 40-foot poles and replacing all existing luminaires. This option will meet Dark Sky compliance standards for the Tennis Center, ensuring that the facility aligns with modern lighting best practices and significantly reduces light spill, glare, and skyglow. Staff have reviewed the project specifications and scope of work for the proposal and believe that Musco Sports Lighting LLC is well qualified to complete this project. Musco Sports Lighting LLC participates in Sourcewell, a nationwide purchasing cooperative designed to be a procurement resource for local and state government agencies, school districts (K-12), higher education and nonprofits. Councilmember Patel introduced Bill No. 7146, approving a contract with Musco Sports Lighting LLC for the Shaw Park Tennis Center project to be read for the first time by title only. Councilmember Feder seconded. City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7146, first reading, an Ordinance Approving a Contract with Musco Sports Lighting LLC for the Lighting Replacement Project at Shaw Park Tennis Center by title only. The motion passed unanimously (5-0) on a voice vote. Motion made by Councilmember Patel that the Council give unanimous consent to consideration for adoption of Bill No. 7146 on the day of its introduction. Councilmember Feder seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0) on a voice vote.
Planting locations are within public rights-of-way, including tree lawns and common areas. Matt Malick, Director of Public Works, was present to answer questions. Councilmember Patel introduced Bill No. 7145, approving a contract with Sunnyside Nursery Inc. for the Tree Planting Services FY26-29 Project to be read for the first time by title only. Councilmember Feder seconded. City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7145, first reading, an Ordinance Approving a Contract with Sunnyside Nursery, Inc. for FY2026 Annual Tree Planting Program and the Tornado Restoration Tree Planting Services FY26-FY29 Project by title only. The motion passed unanimously (5-0) on a voice vote. Motion made by Councilmember Patel that the Council give unanimous consent to consideration for adoption of Bill No. 7139 on the day of its introduction. Councilmember Patel seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0) on a voice vote.
03-24-2026 BOA Minutes March 24, 2026 Page 5 of 6 Councilmember Patel introduced Bill No. 7145, approving a contract with Sunnyside Nursery Inc. for the Tree Planting Services FY26-29 Project to be read for the second time by title only. Councilmember Feder seconded. City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7145, second reading, an Ordinance Approving a Contract with Sunnyside Nursery, Inc. for FY2026 Annual Tree Planting Program and the Tornado Restoration Tree Planting Services FY26-FY29 Project by title only. The motion passed on a roll call vote: Councilmember Patel – Aye; Councilmember Feder – Aye; Councilmember Hummell – Aye; Councilmember Waldman – Aye; and Mayor McAndrew – Aye. The bill, having received majority approval, was adopted, and became Ordinance No. 7004 of the City of Clayton. AN ORDINANCE FOR A CONTRACT WITH MUSCO SPORTS LIGHTING LLC FOR THE LIGHTING REPLACEMENT PROJECT AT SHAW PARK TENNIS CENTER
City Manager Gipson reported that the Shaw Park Tennis Center underwent a major renovation in 2012, but due to cost constraints at that time, the lighting for courts 1-9 were not replaced. The current lights are too low (which does not provide uniform lighting on the courts) and should be replaced with more energy-efficient, full-coverage lighting. Staff and City Council reviewed two lighting proposals and determined to move forward with a comprehensive, long-term lighting solution for courts 1–9 by installing new 40-foot poles and replacing all existing luminaires.
03-24-2026 BOA Minutes March 24, 2026 Page 6 of 6 Councilmember Patel introduced Bill No. 7146, approving a contract with Musco Sports Lighting LLC for the Shaw Park Tennis Center project to be read for the first time by title only. Councilmember Feder seconded.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7146, first reading, an Ordinance Approving a Contract with Musco Sports Lighting LLC for the Lighting Replacement Project at Shaw Park Tennis Center by title only.
The motion passed on a roll call vote: Councilmember Patel – Aye; Councilmember Feder – Aye; Councilmember Hummell – Aye; Councilmember Waldman – Aye; and Mayor McAndrew – Aye. The bill, having received majority approval, was adopted, and became Ordinance No. 7005 of the City of Clayton.
Chelli McLellan, All In Clayton Coalition, introduced her daughter who was attending tonight’s meeting as part of her requirement for her scout merit badge.is attending tonight’s meeting for merit badge
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Councilmember Feder reported on the following: • CEC presentation by Chief Mark Smith and Prosecuting Attorney craig Smith • Ward 3 Coffee • Maryland Walk Condominium Association’s annual meeting is scheduled tomorrow • Recognition of the loss of Bob Chapman, CEO, Barry-Wehmiller
Councilmember Hummell reported on the following: • Expressed condolences to the Chapman family
Councilmember Waldman reported on the following: • Attended a Cool Cities Steering Committee; next meeting is April 22 in Webster
Mayor McAndrew reported on the following: • Metro Mayor’s meeting o East-West Gateway discussed data centers
Motion made by Councilmember Patel to adjourn the meeting. Councilmember Feder seconded.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
There being no further discussion, the City Council adjourned at 8:06 p.m.
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