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February 24, 2026 — Meeting Minutes
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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 Hummell – Aye; Councilmember Yorg – Aye; Councilmember Waldman – Aye; and Mayor McAndrew – Aye.
PRESENTATION AND UPDATE - ST. LOUIS COUNTY UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI EXTENSION
Melissa Pillot, City of Clayton’s representative, provided the Council with a PowerPoint presentation (copy available in the City Clerk’s office).
DISCUSSION - FISCAL YEAR 2026 NON-REPRESENTED SALARY RANGE ADJUSTMENTS
City Manager Gipson provided a presentation on the FY2026 non-represented salary adjustments as reported in the staff report included in the Council packet.
City Council review the above options and select a non-represented salary range adjustment to go into effective on April 1, 2026. Staff will then prepare an ordinance for formal consideration of the adjusted salary schedule in March.
AN ORDINANCE SUPPORTING THE CLAYTON POLICE DEPARTMENT’S PARTICIPATION IN THE GATEWAY REGIONAL CRIMINAL INTERDICTION TASK FORCE
City Manager Gipson reported that the St. Louis Area Police Chiefs Association (SLAPCA) has established the Gateway Regional Criminal Interdiction Task Force as a collaborative
Hanley Road to be read for the first time by title only. Councilmember Patel seconded. City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7132, first reading, an Ordinance Providing for the Approval of a Plat to Consolidate Certain Property Known as 500 and 510 South Hanley Road in the City of Clayton, Missouri by title only. The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
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Motion made by Councilmember Buse that the Council give unanimous consent to consideration for adoption of Bill No. 7132 on the day of its introduction. Councilmember Patel seconded.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
Councilmember Buse introduces Bill No. 7132, approving a Lot Consolidation Plat for 500 & 510 S. Hanley Road to be read for the second time by title only. Councilmember Patel seconded.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7132, second reading, an Ordinance Providing for the Approval of a Plat to Consolidate Certain Property Known as 500 and 510 South Hanley Road in the City of Clayton, Missouri by title only.
The motion passed on a roll call vote: Councilmember Buse – Aye; Councilmember Patel – 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. 6991 of the City of Clayton.
CONSENT AGENDA
AN ORDINANCE SUPPORTING THE CLAYTON POLICE DEPARTMENT’S PARTICIPATION IN THE GATEWAY REGIONAL CRIMINAL INTERDICTION TASK FORCE
City Manager Gipson reported that the St. Louis Area Police Chiefs Association (SLAPCA) has established the Gateway Regional Criminal Interdiction Task Force as a collaborative
02-24-2026 BOA Minutes February 24, 2026 Page 3 of 6 enforcement initiative designed to address organized and violent criminal activity occurring across municipal and county boundaries within the Greater St. Louis Region.
The Task Force operates pursuant to Section 70.820, RSMo., which authorizes certified peace officers to respond to emergency situations outside their primary jurisdiction when approved by the governing bodies of the participating political subdivisions.
Chief Smith, Clayton Police Department, was present to answer questions.
Councilmember Buse introduced Bill No. 7133, supporting the Clayton Police Department to participate in the Gateway Regional Criminal Interdiction Task Force to be read for the first time by title only. Councilmember Patel seconded.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7133, first reading, an Ordinance Authorizing the City of Clayton Police Department Participation in the Gateway Regional Criminal Interdiction Task Force and Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the St. Louis Area Police Chiefs’ Association 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. 7133 on the day of its introduction. Councilmember Patel seconded.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
Councilmember Buse introduced Bill No. 7133, supporting the Clayton Police Department to participate in the Gateway Regional Criminal Interdiction Task Force to be read for the second time by title only. Councilmember Patel seconded.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7133, second reading, an Ordinance Authorizing the City of Clayton Police Department Participation in the Gateway Regional Criminal Interdiction Task Force and Approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the St. Louis Area Police Chiefs’ Association by title only.
The motion passed on a roll call vote: Councilmember Buse – Aye; Councilmember Patel – 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. 6992 of the City of Clayton.
FY2025 4TH QUARTER FINANCIAL REPORT
Karen Dilber, Finance Director, addressed the Board providing a summary of the report provided in the Council packet.
AN ORDINANCE FOR THE FY2025 4TH QUARTER BUDGET AMENDMENT
City Manager Gipson reported that the City reviews and adjusts budgeted revenues and expenditure(s) on a quarterly basis to respond to changes as the fiscal year progresses and to update the Council regarding budgetary issues. As part of the quarterly budget review, staff is
AN ORDINANCE FOR THE FY2025 4TH QUARTER BUDGET AMENDMENT
City Manager Gipson reported that the City reviews and adjusts budgeted revenues and expenditure(s) on a quarterly basis to respond to changes as the fiscal year progresses and to update the Council regarding budgetary issues. As part of the quarterly budget review, staff is
02-24-2026 BOA Minutes February 24, 2026 Page 4 of 6 presenting for Council consideration the fourth amendment to the Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) budget.
Karen Dilber, Director of Finance, addressed the Council to answer questions.
Councilmember Buse introduced Bill No. 7134, approving an amendment to the FY2025 4th Quarter Budget to be read for the first time by title only. Councilmember Patel seconded.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7134, first reading, an Ordinance Amending the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget and Appropriating Funds Pursuant Thereto 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. 7134 on the day of its introduction. Councilmember Patel seconded.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
Councilmember Buse introduced Bill No. 7134, approving an amendment to the FY2025 4th Quarter Budget to be read for the second time by title only. Councilmember Patel seconded.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7134, second reading, an Ordinance Amending the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget and Appropriating Funds Pursuant Thereto by title only.
The motion passed on a roll call vote: Councilmember Buse – Aye; Councilmember Patel – 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. 6993 of the City of Clayton.
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Councilmember Hummell reported on the following: • Non-Uniformed Employees Retirement Fund (NUERF) o Very active and informed commission – doing a great job! - focused on returns, the markets, the investment managers, and fees; the fund itself hit a record high of $27.4 million; meeting policy goals; overall everything is doing great.
• Washington University neighborhood meeting was held Feb. 4th – over 100 people in attendance; announcement proposed plans for a 600-student dormitory; current construction is the Hirsch Career Center (Forsyth and Big Bend); citizens asked questions concerning the Fontbonne property and Concordia Seminary; question was asked regarding the future of the CBC property and the Famous Barr building
• Clayton Community Foundation (CCF) and CCF Board o Change in number of officers; focusing on finances, audit, investment policy, and fundraising; currently underperforming on the unrestricted giving and would like to have a 9-12 month reserve; reports were provided by their Awareness Committee, Wydown Avenue Committee, and the Hanley House Committee