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November 11, 2025 — Meeting Minutes

This document is the minutes of the City of Clayton Board of Aldermen meeting held November 11, 2025. It records meeting attendance, an open forum with no speakers, public hearings and ordinances (including amendments to Chapter 405 establishing zoning and licensing regulations for retail smoking establishments and to Chapter 425 sign regulations), and creation of a new Chapter 617 requiring annual licenses for retail smoking establishments with requirements such as $50,000 net assets and $1,000,000 liability insurance. The minutes also record approval of appointments to the 25 N. Central Avenue Community Improvement District board (five directors with terms expiring September 23, 2029), adoption of ordinances by roll call votes (e.g., Bill No. 7105 adopted as Ordinance No. 6965; Bill No. 7109 adopted as Ordinance No. 6969), and amendments to municipal code sections including departmental organization and duties.
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2. Motion – Certification of November 4, 2025, Special Municipal Election results.

The CID imposes an additional 1% sales tax on restaurants and other retail sales. The CID uses the revenues from the sales tax and special

11-11-2025 BOA Minutes November 11, 2025 Page 7 of 14 assessment to reimburse the Developer for certain eligible redevelopment costs totaling $1,500,000.

The CID is governed by a five-member board of directors appointed by the Mayor with the consent of the Board of Aldermen. Only registered voters residing within the CID and the authorized representatives of property owners within the CID may be appointed to the Board of Directors. In this case, the building owner is the sole property owner within the CID. The Bylaws of the District explicitly state that Directors of the District hold office for the term for which appointed or until a successor has been appointed and qualified. The property has recently been sold, and the CID Board of Directors is requesting a new slate of candidates as follows:

Kristen Williams

Term Expires September 23, 2029 Raymond Slater

Term Expires September 23, 2029 Ryan Martin

Term Expires September 23, 2029 Daniel Graham

Term Expires September 23, 2029 Stacey Dixon

Term Expires September 23, 2029

Gary Carter, Director of Economic Development, addressed the Board to answer questions.

Councilmember Buse introduced Bill No. 7109, approving the appointments to the 25 N. Central Avenue Community Improvement District to be read for the first time by title only. Councilmember Patel seconded.

City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7109, first reading, an Ordinance of the City of Clayton, Missouri, Approving the Appointment of Certain Successor Directors to the Board of Directors for the 25 North Central Community Improvement District by title only.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Motion made by Councilmember Buse that the Board give unanimous consent to consideration for adoption of Bill No. 7109 on the day of its introduction. Councilmember Patel seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Councilmember Buse introduced Bill No. 7109, approving the appointments to the 25 N. Central Avenue Community Improvement District to be read for the second time by title only. Councilmember Patel seconded.

City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7109, second reading, an Ordinance of the City of Clayton, Missouri, Approving the Appointment of Certain Successor Directors to the Board of Directors for the 25 North Central Community Improvement District by title only.

The motion passed on a roll call vote: Councilmember Buse – Aye; 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. 6969 of the City of Clayton.

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE SOFTWARE LICENSE AND SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH PASSPORT LABS, INC. TO REMOVE EXCLUSIVITY CLAUSE

Licenses are valid for one year, non-transferable, and may be suspended or revoked after investigation and hearing if violations occur. The ordinance also mandates background checks, character references, and compliance with zoning and health standards, while exempting existing lawful operators until the next licensing period.

11-11-2025 BOA Minutes November 11, 2025 Page 5 of 14 Operationally, the ordinance imposes strict controls on sales and marketing. Licensees must conduct quarterly lab testing of hemp-derived products, complete annual training related to sales to minors, verify customer age digitally, and comply with packaging and display limits (e.g., no free samples, flavored products except menthol/tobacco, or visible product displays from outside). Sales are prohibited between 1:30 a.m. and 6:00 a.m., and barred windows or doors are forbidden.

Chelli McLellan, 8100 Pershing Avenue, member of the “All In Coalition”, addressed the Council with concerns of the age limit allowed to work in the subject establishment.

Wally Pankowski, 4 N. Central Avenue, addressed the Council requesting that the Council reconsider the prohibition against allowing product samples, and to also exempt cigars.

Motion made by Councilmember Patel to amend Bill No. 7107, removing Section 617.040, E. “No person or entity shall distribute, give away or provide free samples of any Covered Product.” Councilmember Hummell seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Councilmember Buse introduced Bill No. 7107, an ordinance approving an amendment to Title VI of the Clayton City Code by enacting a New Chapter 617 pertaining to the Business License for Retail Smoking Establishments as amended to be read for the first time by title only. Councilmember Patel seconded.

City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7107, first reading, an Ordinance Amending Title VI of the Clayton City Code by the Enacting of a New Chapter 617 Pertaining to the Business License for Retail Smoking Establishments as amended by title only.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Motion made by Councilmember Buse that the Council give unanimous consent to consideration for adoption of Bill No. 7107 as amended on the day of its introduction. Councilmember Patel seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Councilmember Buse introduced Bill No. 7107, an ordinance approving an amendment to Title VI of the Clayton City Code by enacting a New Chapter 617 pertaining to the Business License for Retail Smoking Establishments as amended to be read for the second time by title only. Councilmember Patel seconded.

City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7107, second reading, an Ordinance Amending Title VI of the Clayton City Code by the Enacting of a New Chapter 617 Pertaining to the Business License for Retail Smoking Establishments as amended by title only.

The motion passed on a roll call vote: Councilmember Buse – Aye; 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. 6967 of the City of Clayton.

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS IN ARTICLE XIII OF CHAPTER 215 OF TITLE II OF THE CLAYTON CITY CODE REGULATING CERTAIN TOBACCO, NICOTINE, HEMP, VAPOR, AND RELATED PRODUCTS

The bill, having received majority approval, was adopted, and became Ordinance No. 6967 of the City of Clayton. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS IN ARTICLE XIII OF CHAPTER 215 OF TITLE II OF THE CLAYTON CITY CODE REGULATING CERTAIN TOBACCO, NICOTINE, HEMP, VAPOR, AND RELATED PRODUCTS

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City Manager Gipson reported that this ordinance revises Article XIII of Chapter 215 of the Clayton City Code to expand local tobacco regulations to include nicotine, vapor, hemp-derived, and related products. It introduces new definitions such as “Covered Products,” “Hemp-Derived Intoxicants,” and “Retail Smoking Establishment.” The ordinance prohibits selling or providing any Covered Product to persons under 21, restricts minors from entering or loitering near establishments selling these products, and mandates the use of digital age-verification systems.

Motion made by Councilmember Patel to amend Bill No. 7108, removing Section 215.660, C. “No person or entity shall distribute, give away or provide free samples of any Covered Product.” Councilmember Hummell seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Councilmember Buse introduced Bill No. 7108, approving an amendment to Article XIII, Chapter 215, Title II regulating certain tobacco, nicotine, hemp, vapor and related products as amended to be read for the first time by title only. Councilmember Patel seconded.

City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7108, first reading, an Ordinance Amending Various Sections in Article XIII of Chapter 215 of Title II of the Clayton City Code Regulating Certain Tobacco, Nicotine, Hemp, Vapor, and Related Products as amended, by title only.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Motion made by Councilmember Buse that the Council give unanimous consent to consideration for adoption of Bill No. 7108 on the day of its introduction. Councilmember Patel seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Councilmember Buse introduced Bill No. 7108, approving an amendment to Article XIII, Chapter 215, Title II regulating certain tobacco, nicotine, hemp, vapor and related products as amended to be read for the second time by title only. Councilmember Patel seconded.

City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7108, second reading, an Ordinance Amending Various Sections in Article XIII of Chapter 215 of Title II of the Clayton City Code Regulating Certain Tobacco, Nicotine, Hemp, Vapor, and Related Products as amended, by title only.

The motion passed on a roll call vote: Councilmember Buse – Aye; 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. 6968 of the City of Clayton.

AN ORDINANCE APPOINTING CERTAIN BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO THE 25 NORTH CENTRAL COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (CID)

City Manager Gipson reported that on June 9, 2015, the City of Clayton created the 25 North Central Community Improvement District (CID) for the property located at 25 N. Central Avenue, now operating as Two Twelve Clayton. The CID imposes an additional 1% sales tax on restaurants and other retail sales. The CID uses the revenues from the sales tax and special

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE SOFTWARE LICENSE AND SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH PASSPORT LABS, INC. TO REMOVE EXCLUSIVITY CLAUSE

11-11-2025 BOA Minutes November 11, 2025 Page 8 of 14 City Manager Gipson reported that staff is requesting approval of an amendment to the Software License and Service Agreement (the "Agreement") with Passport Labs, Inc. (formerly PassportParking, Inc.), originally executed on August 6, 2016, and previously amended on October 27, 2020.

The original Agreement established Passport as the City's exclusive provider for mobile payments for parking (MPP), subject to limited exceptions added in the 2020 amendment concerning Third-Party Providers. As the mobile payments market has matured, the City has determined that removing the exclusivity clause is in the best interest of the public to encourage innovation, enhance user experience, and potentially increase revenue through a more competitive vendor environment.

Gary Carter, Director of Economic Development, was present to answer questions.

Councilmember Buse introduced Bill No. 7111, approving an amendment to the agreement with Passport Labs Inc. to be read for the first time by title only. Councilmember Patel seconded.

City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7111, first reading, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Amendment to the Software License and Service Agreement with Passport Labs, Inc. to Remove the Mobile Payment for Parking Exclusivity Clause by title only.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Motion made by Councilmember Buse that the Council give unanimous consent to consideration for adoption of Bill No. 7111 on the day of its introduction. Councilmember Patel seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Councilmember Buse introduced Bill No. 7111, approving an amendment to the agreement with Passport Labs Inc. to be read for the second time by title only. Councilmember Patel seconded.

City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7111, second reading, an Ordinance Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Amendment to the Software License and Service Agreement with Passport Labs, Inc. to Remove the Mobile Payment for Parking Exclusivity Clause by title only.

The motion passed on a roll call vote: Councilmember Buse – Aye; 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. 6970 of the City of Clayton.

AN ORDINANCE FOR A 3-YEAR SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH PARKMOBILE, LLC FOR PARKING MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE AND DATA INSIGHTS

City Manager Gipson reported that staff is requesting approval of a three-year service agreement with ParkMobile, LLC for a comprehensive parking management solution. This new contract will replace the previous system and enhance the parking experience for residents and visitors.

Rob Stephens, Representative, ParkMobile, was present to answer questions.

This new contract will replace the previous system and enhance the parking experience for residents and visitors. Rob Stephens, Representative, ParkMobile, was present to answer questions.

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Gary Carter, Director of Economic Development, was present to answer questions.

Councilmember Buse introduced Bill No. 7110, approving an agreement with ParkMobile, LLC for Parking Management Software to be read for the first time by title only. Councilmember Patel seconded.

City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7110, first reading, an Ordinance Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Service Agreement with Parkmobile, LLC in Connection with a Parking Application, Enforcement, and Data Insights Platform by title only.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Motion made by Councilmember Buse that the Council give unanimous consent to consideration for adoption of Bill No. 7110 on the day of its introduction. Councilmember Patel seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Councilmember Buse introduced Bill No. 7110, approving an agreement with ParkMobile, LLC for Parking Management Software to be read for the second time by title only. Councilmember Patel seconded.

City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7110, second reading, an Ordinance Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Service Agreement with ParkMobile, LLC in Connection with a Parking Application, Enforcement, and Data Insights Platform by title only.

The motion passed on a roll call vote: Councilmember Buse – Aye; 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. 6971 of the City of Clayton.

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE I OF CHAPTER 110 OF THE CITY OF CLAYTON, MISSOURI, CITY CODE PERTAINING TO THE CITY MANAGER

City Manager Gipson reported that on November 4, 2025, the people of Clayton amended the City Charter to update and simplify administrative and procedural provisions. The proposed ordinance is intended to establish an accessible and all-encompassing Code of Ordinances by aligning the City Code with Charter provisions related to the City Manager. Six new sections would be created that restate language contained within the City Charter.

Councilmember Buse introduced Bill No. 7112, approving an amendment Article 1, Chapter 110 pertaining to the City Manager for the first time by title only. Councilmember Patel seconded.

City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7112, first reading, an Ordinance Amending Article I of Chapter 110 of the City of Clayton, Missouri, City Code Pertaining to the City Manager by title only.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

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