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January 13, 2026 — Meeting Minutes

These are the minutes of the City of Clayton City Council meeting held January 13, 2026. The excerpts record a public hearing and ordinance amendments to Chapters 405, 410, and 430 (greenspace and stormwater regulations) including motions to set an effective date 30 days after passage and to set minimum green space in R3 at 45%, introduction and first reading of Bill No. 7123, and final adoption of related consent items. The minutes also record approval votes and ordinance numbers for a condominium plat (Bill No. 7124 → Ordinance No. 6983) and a construction contract with Gerstner Electric, Inc. for traffic signal repairs with a base bid of $141,694.00 and total including four add alternates of $180,335.00 (Ordinance No. 6984), plus authorization for up to $9,000.00 in change orders; and introduction of renewal of a Public Works Emergency Response Mutual Aid Agreement effective February 6, 2026.
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2. Motion – Appointment to the Special Business District Advisory Board.

Motion made by Councilmember Buse that the Council give unanimous consent to consideration for adoption of Bill No. 7124 on the day of its introduction. Councilmember Patel seconded.

01-13-2026 BOA Minutes January 13, 2026 Page 3 of 5 The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Councilmember Buse introduced Bill No. Bill No. 7124, approving a condominium plat for 8250 Forsyth Boulevard to be read for the second time by title only. Councilmember Patel seconded.

City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7124, second reading, an Ordinance Providing for the Approval of a Plat for the Forsythia on the Park, a Condominium Located in the City of Clayton, Missouri by title only.

The motion passed on a roll call vote: Councilmember Buse – Aye; Councilmember Patel – Aye; Councilmember Feder – Aye; Councilmember Hummell – Aye; Councilmember Yorg – Aye; Councilmember – Waldman – Aye; and Mayor McAndrew – Aye. The bill, having received majority approval, was adopted, and became Ordinance No. 6983 of the City of Clayton.

AN ORDINANCE FOR A CONTRACT WITH GERSTNER ELECTRIC, INC. FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE CLAYTON SIGNAL REPAIR – FY26 PROJECT

City Manager Gipson reported that the Public Works Department is requesting approval of a construction contract with Gerstner Electric, Inc. for the repair of traffic signal components near the intersection of South Brentwood Boulevard and Orlando Drive, which was damaged during the May 16, 2025, tornado.

Two responsive bids were received, and Gerstner Electric, Inc. submitted the lowest responsible Base Bid in the amount of $141,694.00.

There were four Add Alternates included in the bid package for the addition of accessible pedestrian signals (APS) and battery backup units to signals along South Brentwood Boulevard at the intersections of Shaw Park Drive, Walinca Drive, and Daytona. Gerstner Electric was also the lowest bidder when the four Add Alternates are included, with a total bid amount of $180,335.00.

City Staff recommends approval of the construction contract with Gerstner Electric, Inc. for the Base Bid and all four Add Alternates in the total amount of $180,335.00. Staff also requests authorization to approve change orders in an amount not to exceed $9,000.00 (5%) to be used to cover expenditures to correct unknown site issues that become apparent during the project.

Councilmember Buse introduced Bill No. 7125, approving a contract with Gerstner Electric, Inc. for the Brentwood Traffic Signal Project to be read for the first time by title only. Councilmember Patel seconded.

City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7125, first reading, an Ordinance Approving a Contract with Gerstner Electric, Inc. for the Construction of the Clayton Signal Repairs – FY26 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. 7125 on the day of its introduction. Councilmember Patel seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

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The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Mayor McAndrew closed the public hearing.

Councilmember Buse introduced Bill No. 7123, approving text amendments to Chapter 405, Chapter 410, and Chapter 430 related to storm water control as amended to be read for the first time by title only. Councilmember Patel seconded.

City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7123, first reading, an Ordinance Amending Chapter 405, Chapter 410 and Chapter 430 to Adopt Revised Greenspace and Storm Water Management Regulations as amended by title only.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

CONSENT AGENDA

Motion made by Councilmember Buse to approve the consent agenda. Councilmember Patel seconded.

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.

AN ORDINANCE FOR A CONDOMINIUM PLAT FOR THE PROPERTY ADDRESSED 8250 FORSYTH BOULEVARD

City Manager Gipson reported that this is an ordinance approving a condominium plat at the above-referenced location. The subject property comprises a multi-family structure with one commercial unit, 38 residential units and 82 parking spaces. The condominium development, known as Forsythia, a Planned Unit Development. On October 24, 2025, the applicant submitted an application, condominium plat, bylaws and declaration. Staff sent review comments in October and December 2025. Revised documents were provided on December 24, 2025. The revised plat is in compliance with applicable codes, ordinances and standards of Article III Condominiums and Condominium Building Conversions.

Councilmember Buse introduced Bill No. 7124, approving a condominium plat for 8250 Forsyth Boulevard to be read for the first time by title only. Councilmember Patel seconded.

City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7124, first reading, an Ordinance Providing for the Approval of a Plat for the Forsythia on the Park, a Condominium Located in the City of Clayton, Missouri 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. 7124 on the day of its introduction. Councilmember Patel seconded.

Councilmember Patel seconded. The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

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Councilmember Buse introduced Bill No. 7125, approving a contract with Gerstner Electric, Inc. for the Brentwood Traffic Signal Project to be read for the second time by title only. Councilmember Patel seconded.

City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7125, second reading, an Ordinance Approving a Contract with Gerstner Electric, Inc. for the Construction of the Clayton Signal Repairs – FY26 project 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. 6984 of the City of Clayton.

AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A MUTUAL AID AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC WORKS SERVICES

City Manager Gipson reported that the Public Works Department is requesting authorization to renew and execute a Public Works Emergency Response Mutual Aid Agreement with surrounding municipalities and other political subdivisions within the St. Louis region. The agreement is authorized under Section 44.090 of the Missouri Revised Statutes, which permits municipalities to cooperate to make the most efficient use of their resources through mutual cooperation. The revised agreement will be effective beginning February 6, 2026.

Councilmember Buse introduced Bill No. 7126, approving the renewal of the Public Works Emergency Response Mutual Aid Agreement to be read for the first time by title only. Councilmember Patel seconded.

City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7126, first reading, an Ordinance Authorizing the City Manager to Enter Into a Mutual Aid Agreement for Public Works Services 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. 7126 on the day of its introduction. Councilmember Patel seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Councilmember Buse introduced Bill No. 7126, approving the renewal of the Public Works Emergency Response Mutual Aid Agreement to be read for the second time by title only. Councilmember Patel seconded.

City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7126, second reading, an Ordinance Authorizing the City Manager to Enter Into a Mutual Aid Agreement for Public Works Services 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. 6985 of the City of Clayton.

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. 6985 of the City of Clayton.

01-13-2026 BOA Minutes January 13, 2026 Page 5 of 5 Motion made by Councilmember Waldman that the Board adjourn to a closed meeting, with a closed vote and record, as authorized by Section 610.021(1), (2) and (3) Revised Statutes of Missouri, relating to legal issues, real estate and/or personnel, and to discuss matters related to negotiation of a contract pursuant to Section 610.021(12), RSMo. and/or proprietary information pursuant to Sec. 610.021(15), and/or information related to public safety and security measures pursuant to Section 610.021(18) and (19) RSMO. Councilmember Hummell seconded.

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.

There being no further discussion, the City Council adjourned at 9:02 p.m.

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Mayor

ATTEST: ______________________________ City Clerk

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