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October 8, 2024 — Meeting Minutes

This is the Board of Aldermen minutes for the City of Clayton meeting held October 8, 2024. It records attendance, public requests (none), consent agenda action including postponing the September 23, 2025 meeting to September 30, 2025, and approval of the consent agenda by roll call. The minutes summarize recommendations from the Mayor’s Commemorative Landscape Task Force regarding commemorative markers for First Baptist Church and the Osage Nation, approval motions to amend plaque language, and the Board’s approval (adoption as Ordinance No. 6904) of a contract with The Harlan Company for Monument Maintenance FY24 for $324,754 plus $10,154 contingency (total $334,908). It also records approval of Resolution No. 2024-18 adopting the Clayton Livable Community Plan and discussion of a resolution supporting restaurant participation in the Green Dining Alliance.
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4. Motion - 2025 Board of Aldermen Meeting dates.

Alderman Hummell reported on the following: • Hi-Pointe DeMun Neighborhood Association block party – great event! • Ward 1 Coffee at Concordia Seminary – lots of positive community engagement. • Plan Commission meeting – great presentation by Anna Krane. • M1 Bank grand opening event. • Jazz Fest – good event! • Meeting on DeMun traffic safety program; possible stop sign. Mayor Harris reported on the following:

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• Jazz Fest – top notch!! • Met with St. Louis County regarding Comprehensive Plan process.

Motion made by Alderman McAndrew to adjourn the meeting. Alderman Buse seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

There being no further discussion the Board adjourned at 9:21 p.m.

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The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote. Alderman Buse seconded.

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City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7042, first reading, an Ordinance Approving a Contract with the Harlan Company for the Monument Maintenance Contract FY24 by title only.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Motion made by Alderman McAndrew that the Board give unanimous consent to consideration for adoption of Bill No. 7042 on the day of its introduction. Alderman Buse seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Alderman McAndrew introduced Bill No. 7042, approving a contract with The Harlan Company for the monument maintenance project to be read for the second time by title only.

City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 7042, second reading, an Ordinance Approving a Contract with the Harlan Company for the Monument Maintenance Contract FY24 by title only.

The motion passed on a roll call vote: Alderman McAndrew – Aye; Alderman Buse – Aye; Alderman Patel – Aye; Alderman Feder – Aye; Alderman Hummell – Aye; Alderman Yorg – Aye; and Mayor Harris – Aye. The bill, having received majority approval, was adopted, and became Ordinance No. 6904 of the City of Clayton.

A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE CLAYTON LIVABLE COMMUNITY PLAN (2024)

City Manager Gipson reported that this is a resolution to adopt the Clayton Livable Community Plan, a joint effort between the city's Departments of Public Works and Parks and Recreation. The plan, which updates previous plans, was developed through a four-phase process with significant public engagement. The consultant presented the final report at the September 10th, 2024, Board of Aldermen meeting.

The Board discussed the plan's structure, comprehensiveness, and implementation, with concerns raised about affordability and ADA compliance. Consensus was had to prioritize the plan, identify smaller projects, and discuss larger discussions. The Board also discussed the need for better connectivity with buses and Metrolink and the importance of changing the city's culture to encourage public transportation use.

Motion made by Alderman McAndrew to approve Resolution No. 2024-18, adopting the Livable Communities Master Plan. Alderman Buse seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

A RESOLUTION TO SUPPORT CLAYTON RESTAURANTS IN JOINING THE GREEN DINING ALLIANCE

City Manager Gipson reported that this is a resolution to support the Green Dining Alliance (GDA) program, which was unanimously recommended by the City's Sustainability Advisory Committee. The program aims to support restaurants in adopting sustainable waste management practices. The Committee also proposed the formation of a Green Dining District in Clayton, which would require 25% of independent restaurants within a specific area to be

The program aims to support restaurants in adopting sustainable waste management practices. The Committee also proposed the formation of a Green Dining District in Clayton, which would require 25% of independent restaurants within a specific area to be

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GDA certified. The cost for initial certification and subsequent recertifications was estimated to be between $12,500 and $15,000 and $10,000 to $12,000, respectively. The Sustainability Advisory Committee recommended that the Board of Aldermen approve funding for the program.

Motion made by Alderman Buse to amend Resolution No. 2024-19, as follows, Section 1, #1. “…100% of the fees paid by the restaurant to the GDA for certification and recertification, subject to appropriation…” Alderman Patel seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Motion made by Alderman McAndrew to approve Resolution No. 2024-19 as amended, to support Clayton restaurants in joining the Green Dining Alliance Program. Alderman Buse seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

OTHER

City Manager Gipson reported on the upcoming meeting scheduling for the Washington University Overlay. The Board discussed the scheduling conflict (work schedule) for the October 22nd meeting. City Manager Gipson explained that the public hearing is required to be published at least 15 days advertised notice which has already been done. The Board considered moving the public hearing to November 12th and 26th. The Board discussed the possibility of holding a work session before the public hearing to discuss the matter. The Board was in consensus to hold a work session on Friday, October 18; public hearing on November 12.

Alderman McAndrew reported on the following: • Clayton High School Homecoming – great event!

Alderman Patel reported on the following: • Hi-Pointe DeMun Neighborhood Association held a block party – great event! • Planning future ward discussions regarding traffic calming! • Ward 1 Coffee hosted at Concordia Seminary – large attendance. • Plan Commission meeting – Anna Krane’s presentation was great!

Alderman Feder reported on the following: • Plan Commission meeting – Anna Krane’s presentation was very impressive! • Attended the St. Louis County Municipal League Legislative Committee meeting.

Alderman Hummell reported on the following: • Hi-Pointe DeMun Neighborhood Association block party – great event! • Ward 1 Coffee at Concordia Seminary – lots of positive community engagement. • Plan Commission meeting – great presentation by Anna Krane. • M1 Bank grand opening event. • Jazz Fest – good event! • Meeting on DeMun traffic safety program; possible stop sign.

Mayor Harris reported on the following:

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