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December 13, 2022 — Meeting Minutes
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City Manager Gipson reported that this is a public hearing and subsequent ordinance to consider approving a subdivision plat for the division of one lot into four lots. All lots have a zoning designation of R-5, Medium-Low Density Multiple-Family District.
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The subject property is located at the southwest corner of the intersection between Alamo Avenue and St. Rita Avenue. Construction of four townhouses on the existing lot is underway. The development was originally approved as a condominium style development where all four townhouses would be located on one lot. The developer is now proposing a subdivision plat to allow for development of the four townhomes on fee simple lots. The R-5 District requires a minimum lot width of 20 feet per townhouse unit and a minimum lot area of 1,974 square feet per townhouse unit. A cross access easement is established to support use of the shared driveway by all four townhouse units. The proposed plat conforms to the Subdivision Regulations and the R-5 District standards.
Anna Krane, Director of Planning was present to answer questions.
Julian Hess, applicant was present to answer questions.
Mayor Harris closed the public hearing.
Alderman Lintz introduced Bill No. 6925, to approve a subdivision plat for 6602 Alamo to be read for the first time by title only. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6925, first reading, an Ordinance Providing for the Approval of a Plat to Subdivide Certain Property Located on Alamo Avenue in the City of Clayton, Missouri 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. 6925 on the day of its introduction. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
Alderman Lintz introduced Bill No. 6925, to approve a subdivision plat for 6602 Alamo to be read for the second time by title only. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6925, second reading, an Ordinance Providing for the Approval of a Plat to Subdivide Certain Property Located on Alamo Avenue in the City of Clayton, Missouri 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. 6784 of the City of Clayton.
A PUBLIC HEARING AND AN ORDINANCE TO CONSIDER APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO SECTION 405.4010 OF ARTICLE XXIX “OUTDOOR DINING”
Mayor Harris opened the public hearing and requested proof of publication.
City Manager Gipson reported that this is a public hearing to consider amending Article XXIX “Outdoor Dining”, Section 405.4010, of the City’s Zoning Regulations to allow temporary tents over outdoor dining space located on private and/or public property.
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THE CITY OF CLAYTON
Board of Aldermen In-Person and Virtual Meeting December 13, 2022 7:00 p.m.
Minutes
The meeting was open to individuals to attend in-person and/or virtually via Zoom.
Mayor Harris called the meeting to order and requested a roll call. The following individuals were in attendance:
In-person: Rich Lintz, Bridget McAndrew, Becky Patel, Gary Feder, Mayor Harris, and City Attorney O’Keefe
Staff: City Manager Gipson, City Clerk Frazier, and Andrea Muskopf, Assistant City Manager
Virtually: Alderman Buse, Alderman Berkowitz (joined at 7:25 p.m.)
Motion made by Alderman McAndrew to approve the November 8, 2022, minutes. Alderman Lintz seconded.
Motion to approve the minutes passed unanimously on a voice vote.
PUBLIC REQUESTS AND PETITIONS
None
JOINT DISCUSSION WITH THE CLAYTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Alex Elmestad, Community Outreach Specialist, attending virtually and provided the Board with a presentation and update on the Clayton Community Foundation.
Cordell Whitlock, CCF President and Sarah Mellinger, past CCF President, were present to answer questions.
Kathleen Gund, 329 N. Bemiston Avenue, addressed the Board in support of the CCF.
Hank Winkelman, citizen, attended (virtually) stating his discouragement of the city’s funding support for CCF.
A PUBLIC HEARING AND AN ORDINANCE TO CONSIDER APPROVING A SUBDIVISION PLAT FOR 6602 ALAMO AVENUE
Mayor Harris opened the public hearing and requested proof of publication.
City Manager Gipson reported that this is a public hearing and subsequent ordinance to consider approving a subdivision plat for the division of one lot into four lots. All lots have a zoning designation of R-5, Medium-Low Density Multiple-Family District.
A PUBLIC HEARING AND AN ORDINANCE TO CONSIDER APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO SECTION 405.4010 OF ARTICLE XXIX “OUTDOOR DINING”
Mayor Harris opened the public hearing and requested proof of publication. City Manager Gipson reported that this is a public hearing to consider amending Article XXIX “Outdoor Dining”, Section 405.4010, of the City’s Zoning Regulations to allow temporary tents over outdoor dining space located on private and/or public property.
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Gary Carter, Director of Economic Development and Anna Krane, Director of Planning were present to answer questions.
Mayor Harris closed the public hearing.
Alderman Lintz introduced Bill No. 6926, to approve an amendment to Section 405.3990, Outdoor Dining to allow for temporary tents to be read for the first time by title only. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6926, first reading, Amending Chapter 405 (Zoning Regulations), Article XXIX “Outdoor Dining”, Section 405.4010 to Allow Temporary Tents Over Outdoor Dining Areas 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. 6926 on the day of its introduction. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
Alderman Lintz introduced Bill No. 6926, to approve an amendment to Section 405.3990, Outdoor Dining to allow for temporary tents to be second for the first time by title only. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6926, second reading, Amending Chapter 405 (Zoning Regulations), Article XXIX “Outdoor Dining”, Section 405.4010 to Allow Temporary Tents Over Outdoor Dining Areas 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. 6785 of the City of Clayton.
A RESOLUTION TO CONSIDER APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AMENDMENT FOR 7641 WYDOWN BOULEVARD RESTAURANT KNOWN AS AKAR
City Manager Gipson reported that this is a public hearing to consider an application for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) amendment submitted by Poh Lee of Bl Hospitality LLD, d/b/a AKAR, restaurant owner, to allow for the expansion of an existing restaurant into an adjacent tenant space. the existing restaurant space measures approximately 400 square feet with an additional outdoor dining area. the proposed expanded restaurant measures 1,280 square feet. other than the expansion, changes to the operation of the restaurant or cup are not being requested.
Motion made by Alderman Lintz to approve Resolution No. 2022-27, granting a Conditional Use Permit for AKAR Restaurant located at 7641 Wydown Boulevard. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
Alderman Berkowitz seconded. The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
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A PUBLIC HEARING AND A RESOLUTION TO CONSIDER APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR 8001 FORSYTH BOULEVARD RESTAURANT TO BE KNOWN AS FIRST WATCH
Mayor Harris opened the public hearing and requested proof of publication.
City Manager Gipson reported that this is a public hearing to consider an application for a Conditional Use Permit submitted by Emily Roberts of Consolidated Development Services on behalf of First Watch Restaurants, Inc., d/b/a First Watch, to allow for the operation of a 4,802 square foot restaurant with an outdoor dining area.
Mayor Harris closed the public hearing.
Motion made by Alderman Lintz to approve Resolution No. 2022-28, granting a Conditional Use Permit for First Watch Restaurant located at 8001 Forsyth Boulevard. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
AN ORDINANCE TO CONSIDER AMENDING THE CLAYTON CITY CODE REGARDING THE OFFICE OF MUNICIPAL PROSECUTING ATTORNEY
City Manager Gipson reported that the current ordinance relative to the designation of a Prosecuting Attorney states that “The City Attorney shall designate one (1) assistant City Attorney as prosecutor who shall represent the City and prosecute all cases in the Municipal Court and perform such other services as requested by the City Attorney.”
The Clayton Charter states that “The board of aldermen shall provide by ordinance for such assistant city attorneys as it may deem necessary, who shall be appointed, and may be removed, by the city attorney with the approval of the Board of Aldermen.”
The Board of Aldermen believes that creating a separate office with responsibility for enforcement of city ordinances and prosecution of ordinance violations under the City Manager will better align this important municipal function with the values of the city and more clearly delineate organizational responsibility and oversight for that activity.
The proposed ordinance would amend the Prosecutor designation process to state that the Prosecuting Attorney shall be appointed, and may be removed, by the City Manager with the consent of the Board of Aldermen. This action would consequently shift oversight of the position from the City Attorney to the City Manager.
Alderman Lintz introduced Bill No. 6927, to approve an amendment to Chapter 110 enacting a new Section 110.060-Designating a Prosecutor to be read for the first time by title only. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6927, first reading, an Ordinance Amending the Clayton City Code Regarding the Office of Municipal Prosecuting Attorney 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. 6927 on the day of its introduction. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.