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09-12-17 BOA Minutes September 12, 2017 Page 10 of 16 The Board discussed the list of conditions for the CUP. Adjourned at 9:55 p.m.; Reconvened at 10:02 p.m. Mayor Sanger closed the public hearing. Alderman Boulton moved to approve Resolution No. 17-18, a Conditional Use Permit for 7501 Maryland Avenue, 7500, 7504, 7512, 7516, & 7520 Westmoreland Avenue with staff recommendations except eliminating #17. Provide greenspace area for public use during non- business hours (evenings & weekends) and add a condition, “The overall site shall contain no more than 55% of impervious coverage”. Alderman Berger seconded. The motion passed on a role call vote: Alderman Boulton – Aye; Alderman Berger – Aye; Alderman Lintz – Aye; Alderman Berkowitz – Nay; Alderman Harris – Aye; and Mayor Sanger – Aye. Alderman Winings rejoined the meeting. AN ORDINANCE SETTING THE TAX YEAR 2017 PROPERTY TAX LEVIES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2018 BUDGET (SECOND READING)
City Manager Owens reported that as part of the property tax levy process, the Board held a public hearing to seek public input on the proposed tax rates on August 22, 2017. The proposed calendar year 2017 property tax levy recommendations for Budget Year 2018. Recommendation is to amend and finally approve an ordinance setting the annual property tax rates for calendar year 2017 (Fiscal Year 2018). Alderman Winings introduced Bill No. 6627, an ordinance to consider approving the property tax levies for Tax Year 2017 to be read for the second time by title only. Alderman Boulton seconded.
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Julie Murphy, 7535 Westmoreland, read a statement on behalf of David LaGesse. Scott Rosenblum, 7501 Westmoreland, expressed that the school has functioned for 80 years and the current parking has no concerns of parking; more concerned with the lack of impervious space and available greenspace for public use. Mark Carlie, 7757 Davis Drive, commented that this is an outstanding use that is being proposed and which should be welcomed; he encourages approval of the resolution. Kevin Williams, 7394 Westmoreland, requested that the Board consider clarifying the Jackson Avenue curb cut is restricted to trash pick-up and commercial deliveries only. Joe Waggoner, 7390 Westmoreland, expressed that he is in support of the child care facility, but is concerned of the use for a training “university.” He feels that it does not belong in the R2 Zoning. Hank Winkleman, 7405 Maryland, expressed concern about “who is protecting the public realm” on Westmoreland. He asks that there be a strong advocate for the neighboring residents. Mel Disney, 7507 Westmoreland, expressed his opposition to the project. Mr. Clark stated that he understands that there were controversies with prior development proposals of the property. They feel the current proposal is a great use of the property; working with a great team, a sponsor who is making a giant financial investment in the community, it is great for the School District, they are cleaning up a dilapidated building that has environmental problems, and returning it back into an appropriate use. Regarding the public greenspace, Mr.
They feel the current proposal is a great use of the property; working with a great team, a sponsor who is making a giant financial investment in the community, it is great for the School District, they are cleaning up a dilapidated building that has environmental problems, and returning it back into an appropriate use. Regarding the public greenspace, Mr. Clark expressed that in discussions with Centene he doesn’t feel that it is appropriate to include in the conditional use permit. Mayor Sanger commented that he believes that it would be illegal to request public space on private property per Article V of the Constitution. Regarding definition of the use of “university” and staffing, Mr. Clark stated that Mr. Niedorf hired a leader specifically for this particular program for the training center. They are currently developing a world-class program. Alderman Berkowitz expressed concern about paving the greenspace, once it is gone it will never come back. Alderman Boulton expressed her concern about the greenspace and asked if there was any way that they could put in the parking needed, but maintain the greenspace. Alderman Berger expressed his concerns about the questions/issues being asked with regard to parking, child care center, and greenspace; the decision before the Board tonight is the conditional use. Alderman Harris expressed concerns about the layout of the plan and the options going forward; specifically, the elimination of greenspace and canopy trees on Maryland and the proposed level of impervious ground. Mayor Sanger summarized his concerns about greenspace and possibly the lack of parking.
Alderman Winings introduced Bill No. 6627, an ordinance to consider approving the property tax levies for Tax Year 2017 to be read for the second time by title only. Alderman Boulton seconded. City Attorney Karr reads Bill No. 6627, an Ordinance Levying and Establishing the Rate of Annual Taxes for General Municipal Purposes; Police Building Debt Service; General Obligation Debt Service; and Special Business District Purposes to be Collected by the City of Clayton, Missouri, for the Year 2017 for the second time by title only. The motion passed on a roll call vote: Alderman Winings – Aye; Alderman Boulton – Aye; Alderman Berger– Aye; Alderman Lintz – Aye; Alderman Berkowitz – Aye; Alderman Harris – Aye; and Mayor Sanger – Aye. The bill was adopted and became Ordinance No. 6495 of the City of Clayton. AN ORDINANCE TO CONSIDER THE PROPOSED FISCAL YEAR 2018 OPERATING AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS BUDGET (Second Reading)
City Manager Owens reported that as part of the budget process, the Board the Board held a public hearing to seek public input on the proposed tax rates on August 22, 2017. Recommendation is to adopt the Fiscal Year 2018 Operating and Capital Improvements Budget as presented in the proposed budget. Alderman Winings introduced Bill No. 6628, an ordinance to adopting the FY2018 Operating and Capital Improvement Budget to be read for the second time by title only. Alderman Boulton seconded.
09-12-17 BOA Minutes September 12, 2017 Page 11 of 16 City Attorney Karr reads Bill No. 6628, an Ordinance Adopting an Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2018 Commencing on October 1, 2017 and Appropriating Funds Pursuant Thereto for the second time by title only. The motion passed on a roll call vote: Alderman Winings – Aye; Alderman Boulton – Aye; Alderman Berger– Aye; Alderman Lintz – Aye; Alderman Berkowitz – Aye; Alderman Harris – Aye; and Mayor Sanger – Aye. The bill was adopted and became Ordinance No. 6496 of the City of Clayton. ORDINANCE – 3RD QUARTER AMENDMENT TO THE FY2017 BUDGET
Janet provided the Board with an overview of the amendments that were included in the meeting packet. She noted that the 3rd Quarter Financial Report will be on the next agenda. General Fund Revenue – Net Decrease of $33,262 • Ice Rink – Daily admissions and rental revenue were lower, by $17,700 and $15,562, respectively, due to losing the first week and final two weeks of the season. Expenditures – Net Increase of $1,444 • Public Works – We needed more parking system signage and installation than previously planned for $8,620, and the Davis Place & Polo subdivision’s street lights were retrofitted with LED bulbs in the amount of $11,860. • Parks & Recreation – Salaries were reduced for a vacant position for several months in the amount of $25,000, and at the Shaw Park Aquatic Center the diving boards needed replacement this season in the amount of $5,964.