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August 25, 2015 — Meeting Minutes
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With regard to the closure of the park, Mr. Leroy stated that they will work and coordinate with the city staff. In response to Alderman Berkowitz’ question, Mr. Leroy stated that the project will definitely benefit the residents in terms of alleviating storm water backups in basements. Alderman Winings introduced Bill No. 6515, an ordinance to approve an Easement Agreement with Metropolitan Sewer District (MSD) for Anderson Park to be read for the first time by title only. Alderman Boulton seconded.
Work at Anderson Park will have active construction that will take one (1) to two (2) years but when the work will take place within the estimated five (5) year tunnel construction is unknown until the Contractor is selected and the Contractor’s schedule is submitted. MSD will coordinate with the City of Clayton and provide written notification of construction timeframe once the tunnel construction schedule and Anderson Park construction is known. The easement covers the entire 4.56 acres during construction as MSD will not only be building an underground tunnel but also will be installing new sewer connector lines in the park. A portion of the easement will be permanent for the new connector sewers for operation and maintenance purposes as well as a diversion structure with control panel which will be enclosed by a perimeter fence. The construction easement will be temporary and will be used for ingress and egress, storage of equipment and materials, and to perform all other related functions necessary to complete the project. None of the work will be at the City’s expense and MSD will restore or pay the City the cost to restore any disturbed areas pursuant to the restoration plan. In consideration for granting the easement, MSD has agreed to restore the park according to an agreed upon plan which will include reconstruction of the Dog Park and installation of stormwater BMP’s along the southeast side of the park that will help with drainage issues in the park.
None of the work will be at the City’s expense and MSD will restore or pay the City the cost to restore any disturbed areas pursuant to the restoration plan. In consideration for granting the easement, MSD has agreed to restore the park according to an agreed upon plan which will include reconstruction of the Dog Park and installation of stormwater BMP’s along the southeast side of the park that will help with drainage issues in the park. In addition, they will make improvements to parking, site access and landscaping that will be coordinated with City Staff. All restoration work will be fully funded by MSD. Exhibit C is a conceptual design of the restoration plan. In addition, MSD will be responsible for recording the easement and submitting one original to the City Clerk. The Parks & Recreation Department, Public Works Department and the City Attorney have reviewed and approved the easement and agreement documents. Recommendation is to approve the ordinance approving the easement for the Metropolitan Sewer District. In response to the Board’s questions, Brad Leroy, MSD representative, explained the excavation process noting that the construction will be approximately at least a six-month long process once the work begins. With regard to the construction impact on homeowners’ properties (damage from vibration, dust, etc.) and their protection, he explained that MSD will continually monitor the construction site and the contractor will be responsible for a dust control plan. With regard to the closure of the park, Mr. Leroy stated that they will work and coordinate with the city staff.
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City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6515, an Ordinance Approving an Easement for Installation and Maintenance of Certain Improvements to the Metropolitan Sewer District’s Stormwater and Sewer System to be located in Anderson Park for the first time by title only. The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote. Alderman Winings moved that the Board give unanimous consent to consideration for adoption of Bill No. 6515 on the day of its introduction. Alderman Boulton seconded. The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote. Alderman Winings introduced Bill No. 6515, an ordinance to approve an Easement Agreement with Metropolitan Sewer District (MSD) for Anderson Park to be read for the second time by title only. Alderman Boulton seconded. City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6515, an Ordinance Approving an Easement for Installation and Maintenance of Certain Improvements to the Metropolitan Sewer District’s Stormwater and Sewer System to be located in Anderson Park for the second time by title only. Alderman Winings – Aye; Alderman Boulton – Aye; Alderman Berger – Aye; Alderman Lintz – Aye; Alderman Berkowitz – Aye; and Mayor Sanger – Aye. The bill was adopted and became Ordinance No. 6383 of the City of Clayton. AN ORDINANCE TO CONSIDER APPROVING THE EXECUTION OF A LEASE FOR # 2 OAK KNOLL PARK WITH THE ST.
The bill was adopted and became Ordinance No. 6383 of the City of Clayton. AN ORDINANCE TO CONSIDER APPROVING THE EXECUTION OF A LEASE FOR # 2 OAK KNOLL PARK WITH THE ST. LOUIS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION City Manager Owens reported that last year, the City of Clayton issued a Request for Proposals from community-based organizations and/or businesses for use of the property located at #2 Oak Knoll Park. At that time the City received two submittals – one from the St. Louis Artists/ Guild and the second from the St. Louis Community Foundation (“Community Foundation”). Upon consideration of the two proposals it was determined that the proposal from the Community Foundation was the strongest submittal and, as a result, staff has worked with them over the past year to develop a plan for renovation of the structure as well as the terms of the lease. The Community Foundation will be utilizing this facility to serve as their new headquarters for the intended use as offices, daily operations, board meetings, donor events and community meetings and special events. Before you tonight is a lease that, if approved, will become effective once work on the property begins. This is anticipated to be as early as mid-September with the work estimated to take six to eight months. In summary, the terms of the lease include:
Term: Twenty-five (25) years; beginning on Lease Commencement Date plus an option to renew for an additional ten (10) year term. Community Foundation to maintain commercial liability insurance in the amount of $3,000,000/$3,000,000.