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December 13, 2022 — Meeting Minutes
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AN ORDINANCE TO CONSIDER APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE CLAYTON EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
City Manager Gipson reported that in 2013, the City of Clayton (City) entered into a lease with the Clayton Early Childhood Center (CECC). As a successor to the original tenant, the CECC Board of Directors and the City were cautious and entered into a relatively short-term (five
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years) lease which had one renewal option. CECC exercised their option in 2018 thereby extending the lease through December 31, 2022.
Negotiations began in 2021 and a new lease was approved by this Board in January 2022. However, since that time, the CECC board has requested certain amendments to the approved lease. These modifications have been negotiated and reviewed by the City’s legal counsel.
The proposed lease amendment, if approved, will become effective January 1, 2023, and extend through December 3, 2032.
Alderman Lintz introduced Bill No. 6932, to approve an amendment to the lease agreement with the Clayton Early Childhood Center at #1 Oak Knoll Park to be read for the first time by title only. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6932, first reading, an Ordinance Approving Certain Amendments to the Lease Between the City and the Clayton Early Childhood Center by title only.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
Motion made by Alderman Lintz that the Board give unanimous consent to consideration for adoption of Bill No. 6932 on the day of its introduction. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
Alderman Lintz introduced Bill No. 6932, to approve an amendment to the lease agreement with the Clayton Early Childhood Center at #1 Oak Knoll Park to be read for the second time by title only. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6932, first reading, an Ordinance Approving Certain Amendments to the Lease Between the City and the Clayton Early Childhood Center by title only.
The motion passed on a roll call vote: Alderman Lintz – Aye; Alderman Berkowitz – Aye; Alderman McAndrew – Aye; Alderman Buse – Aye; Alderman Patel – Aye; Alderman Feder – Aye; and Mayor Harris – Aye. The bill, having received majority approval was adopted and became Ordinance No. 6791 of the City of Clayton.
AN ORDINANCE TO CONSIDER APPROVING AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH MISSOURI HIGHWAYS AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION AND THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS FOR ACCESS ALONG FRANCIS PLACE
City Manager Gipson reported that the City of Clayton was contacted by the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission (MHTC/MoDOT) regarding the establishment of a permanent access easement across a City-owned parcel to enable access to two 60” water mains running between Francis Place and I-170 in the Clayshire Neighborhood. These water mains are owned and operated by the City of St. Louis (Water Division). Matt Malick, Director of Public Works, was present to answer questions.
Dr. Peter Takes, 654 Francis Place addressed the Board (virtually) to express his concerns regarding communication from the City to the Clayshire neighborhood.
The bill, having received majority approval was adopted and became Ordinance No. 6788 of the City of Clayton. AN ORDINANCE TO CONSIDER APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY FOR THE PROVISION OF FIRE PREVENTION, FIRE PROTECTION AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES ON THE DANFORTH CAMPUS
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City Manager Gipson reported that for several years, the City of Clayton has provided Washington University with Fire Prevention, Fire Protection and Emergency Medical Services at their hilltop campus (main campus). Since 1992 the City and University have maintained these services through various written agreements. Our current agreement expires on December 31, 2022, and both parties have expressed the desire to continue this arrangement--to that end an amendment to the current agreement has been negotiated.
Alderman Lintz introduced Bill No. 6930, to approve an agreement with Washington University for Fire Prevention, Fire Protection, and Emergency Medical Services on the Danforth Campus to be read for the first time by title only. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6930, first reading, an Ordinance to Repeal Ordinance No. 6458 and Put a New Ordinance in Place Which Authorizes the City Manager to Enter into an Agreement with Washington University for the Provision of Fire Prevention, Fire Protection and Ambulance Services to the Portion of the Danforth Campus Located in Unincorporated St. Louis County by title only.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
Motion made by Alderman Lintz that the Board give unanimous consent to consideration for adoption of Bill No. 6930 on the day of its introduction. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
Alderman Lintz introduced Bill No. 6930, to approve an agreement with Washington University for Fire Prevention, Fire Protection, and Emergency Medical Services on the Danforth Campus to be read for the second time by title only. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6930, second reading, an Ordinance to Repeal Ordinance No. 6458 and Put a New Ordinance in Place Which Authorizes the City Manager to Enter into an Agreement with Washington University for the Provision of Fire Prevention, Fire Protection and Ambulance Services to the Portion of the Danforth Campus Located in Unincorporated St. Louis County by title only.
The motion passed on a roll call vote: Alderman Lintz – Aye; Alderman Berkowitz – Aye; Alderman McAndrew – Aye; Alderman Buse – Aye; Alderman Patel – Aye; Alderman Feder – Aye; and Mayor Harris – Aye. The bill, having received majority approval was adopted and became Ordinance No. 6789 of the City of Clayton.
AN ORDINANCE TO CONSIDER APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH ST. LOUIS COUNTY FOR PLACEMENT OF LICENSE PLATE RECOGNITION CAMERAS
City Manager Gipson reported that since August 2021, the Clayton Police Department has utilized fixed license plate recognition (LPR) cameras to solve and reduce crime. The LPR cameras send real-time alerts to our police officers when a stolen vehicle is detected. The LPR cameras will also notify our officers if a vehicle is associated with a missing person in an AMBER or Silver Alert.
LPR cameras help law enforcement by providing objective evidence needed for investigations. The LPR cameras photograph license plates and vehicle characteristics, not people or faces.
LPR cameras help law enforcement by providing objective evidence needed for investigations. The LPR cameras photograph license plates and vehicle characteristics, not people or faces.
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Each search of the LPR database requires a justification, and the data is never sold or shared with third parties.
The cameras are used to solve and reduce property and violent crime. They are not intended for traffic or parking violations.
The City of Clayton utilizes Flock Safety LPR cameras. These cameras are currently installed in the City right of way or in areas maintained by private entities. Through analysis of crime reports, the Police Department has determined that installation of an LPR camera on the 6400 block of Clayton Rd, in the County’s right of way, would be a strategic location for the prevention and investigation of crimes involving vehicles. Other locations maintained by St. Louis County are currently being evaluated for placement of LPR cameras.
The proposed ordinance authorizes the City of Clayton to enter into an agreement with St. Louis County for the installation, operation, and maintenance of license plate recognition cameras within St. Louis County’s maintained right of way.
Alderman Lintz introduced Bill No. 6931, to approve an agreement with St. Louis County for placement of License Plate Recognition to be read for the first time by title only. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6931, first reading, an Ordinance Approving an Agreement with St. Louis County for Placement of License Plate Recognition Cameras by title only.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
Motion made by Alderman Lintz that the Board give unanimous consent to consideration for adoption of Bill No. 6931 on the day of its introduction. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
Alderman Lintz introduced Bill No. 6931, to approve an agreement with St. Louis County for placement of License Plate Recognition to be read for the second time by title only. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6931, first reading, an Ordinance Approving an Agreement with St. Louis County for Placement of License Plate Recognition Cameras by title only.
The motion passed on a roll call vote: Alderman Lintz – Aye; Alderman Berkowitz – Aye; Alderman McAndrew – Aye; Alderman Buse – Aye; Alderman Patel – Aye; Alderman Feder – Aye; and Mayor Harris – Aye. The bill, having received majority approval was adopted and became Ordinance No. 6790 of the City of Clayton.
AN ORDINANCE TO CONSIDER APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE CLAYTON EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
City Manager Gipson reported that in 2013, the City of Clayton (City) entered into a lease with the Clayton Early Childhood Center (CECC). As a successor to the original tenant, the CECC Board of Directors and the City were cautious and entered into a relatively short-term (five
Dr. Peter Takes, 654 Francis Place addressed the Board (virtually) to express his concerns regarding communication from the City to the Clayshire neighborhood.
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Alderman Lintz introduced Bill No. 6933, to approve an Intergovernmental Agreement with MoDOT and the City of St. Louis for water main access along Francis Place to be read for the first time by title only. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6933, first reading, an Ordinance Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement with Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission and the City of St. Louis for Access Along Francis Place by title only.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
Motion made by Alderman Lintz that the Board give unanimous consent to consideration for adoption of Bill No. 6933 on the day of its introduction. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
Alderman Lintz introduced Bill No. 6933, to approve an Intergovernmental Agreement with MoDOT and the City of St. Louis for water main access along Francis Place to be read for the second time by title only. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6933, first reading, an Ordinance Approving an Intergovernmental Agreement with Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission and the City of St. Louis for Access Along Francis Place by title only.
The motion passed on a roll call vote: Alderman Lintz – Aye; Alderman Berkowitz – Aye; Alderman McAndrew – Aye; Alderman Buse – Aye; Alderman Patel – Aye; Alderman Feder – Aye; and Mayor Harris – Aye. The bill, having received majority approval was adopted and became Ordinance No. 6792 of the City of Clayton.
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Alderman Lintz reported on the following: • Sustainability – presentation by Washington University students regarding potential program, Solar Summer National Certification program.
Alderman Berkowitz reported on the following: • Parks & Recreation Commission – received on update on the design for the Commons project from Ted Spaid and Chris Chiveta.
Alderman McAndrew reported on the following: • CRSWC meeting o Membership report – youth membership has increased; corporate memberships are struggling; adult memberships are low • Plan Commission o New restaurant – Honeymoon Chocolate o Discussion on solar panels o Discussion on new signage for the Residence Inn
Alderman Buse reported on the following: • Community Equity Committee – met with the Kirkwood Human Rights Commission • Parks & Recreation –
Alderman Berkowitz reported on the following: • Parks & Recreation Commission – received on update on the design for the Commons project from Ted Spaid and Chris Chiveta. Alderman McAndrew reported on the following: • CRSWC meeting o Membership report – youth membership has increased; corporate memberships are struggling; adult memberships are low • Plan Commission o New restaurant – Honeymoon Chocolate o Discussion on solar panels o Discussion on new signage for the Residence Inn
Alderman Buse reported on the following: • Community Equity Committee – met with the Kirkwood Human Rights Commission • Parks & Recreation –
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o the Commons update was well received o basketball registration was up o Livable Communities Master Plan – focusing after the first of the year
Alderman Patel reported on the following: • U-City Youth Basketball program - a U-City resident commented that the Clayton staff went above and beyond to help them out when they needed a location • Ward 1 coffee – eight attendees • Solar panels – please with the revisions • Washington University event – Thoughtful Housing Policies to promote thriving communities
Alderman Feder reported on the following: • CEC – reached out to area synagogues and churches to invite them to the January meeting • Turkey Trot event • Light Up the Night event in Davis Place • Received a few comments from citizens regarding the trash survey
Mayor Harris reported on the following: • Meetings and conversations regarding the trash survey • Landscape Task Force – the plaque has been ordered for the African American neighborhood, working on the recognition of the Philippine neighborhood • Clayton Chamber of Commerce Legislative meeting was held yesterday • Alderman Feder celebrated a birthday yesterday
The meeting adjourned at 9:16 p.m.
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