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July 28, 2020 — Meeting Minutes
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In summary the proposed findings include a finding that the appellant has failed to establish that they have standing to bring the appeal and that they have not demonstrated that they are an aggrieved party within the meaning of the City’s ordinances by reasonable suffering a demonstrable and material adverse effect from the ruling complained of. The findings also nonetheless address the substance of the complaints filed by the appellant and finds that they lack merit across-the-
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board accordingly. The proposed order is that the decision of the Plan Commission/Architectural Review Board be affirmed. (copy of Findings attached)
Motion made by Alderman Boulton to accept the Findings. Alderman Lintz seconded.
The motion passed on a roll call vote: Alderman Boulton – Aye; Alderman Lintz – Aye; Alderman Berkowitz – Aye; Alderman McAndrew – Aye; Alderman Buse – Aye; Alderman Sokol – Aye; and Mayor Harris – Aye.
City Attorney O’Keefe added that the City Clerk will distribute a copy of the Findings to the appellant and the property owners upon execution of the document.
Other
Alderman Boulton reported: • Participated in a Forward Through Ferguson virtual meeting for elected officials; 20 participants.
Alderman Lintz reported:
• Plan Commission/ARB
Alderman Berkowitz inquired about the monument issue and the next steps. Mayor Harris provided a report stating that currently the Task Force includes herself, a representative from the Missouri History Museum, a representative from Washington University, a professor for African-American studies; and Katie Lerwick, Chair of History, Clayton Community Foundation; they are awaiting a designee from the CEC. The first meeting of the task force is scheduled for mid-August.
Alderman McAndrew reported: • Clayton Community Foundation (CCF)
Alderman Buse reported that she also attended the Forward Through Ferguson virtual meeting.
Alderman Sokol reported: • Sustainability Committee met last week discussed electric vehicles and charging stations.
Mayor Harris reported that there is a lot of wildlife at Oak Knoll Park that includes two groups of hatchlings (ducks); Kudos to the Parks & Recreation staff for keeping up the great work on the City’s parks.
Motion made by Alderman Sokol 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. Alderman McAndrew seconded the motion.
Alderman Boulton introduced Bill No. 6802, authorizing a Small Vehicle Sharing Program in cooperation with other municipalities to be read for the first time by title only. Alderman Lintz seconded.
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City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6802, first reading, an Ordinance Authorizing a Small Vehicle Sharing Program in the City of Clayton, Missouri, in Cooperation with Other Municipalities and Approving a Fee Schedule in Connection Therewith by title only.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
Motion made by Alderman Boulton that the Board give unanimous consent to consideration for adoption of Bill No. 6802 on the day of its introduction. Alderman Lintz seconded.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
Alderman Boulton introduced Bill No. 6802, authorizing a Small Vehicle Sharing Program in cooperation with other municipalities to be read for the second time by title only. Alderman Lintz seconded.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6802, second reading, an Ordinance Authorizing a Small Vehicle Sharing Program in the City of Clayton, Missouri, in Cooperation with Other Municipalities and Approving a Fee Schedule in Connection Therewith by title only.
The motion passed on a roll call vote: Alderman Boulton – Aye; Alderman Lintz – Aye; Alderman Berkowitz – Aye; Alderman McAndrew – Aye; Alderman Buse – Aye; Alderman Sokol – Aye; and Mayor Harris – Aye. The bill, having received majority approval was adopted and became Ordinance No. 6663 of the City of Clayton.
A MOTION TO APPOINT MEMBERS TO THE BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
City Manager Gipson reported that individuals have expressed interest in being appointed to or continuing to serve as a member of the following Boards or Commissions of the City. Mayor Harris has reviewed and agrees with the recommendations for appointment or reappointment to the respective Board or Commission and, therefore, submits the following nominations for the Board’s consideration.
Board of Appeals Helen DiFate Ward 3 (new appointment completing a term through June 30, 2021)- replaces B. McCoole
Board of Adjustment Abby Goldstein Ward 1 alternate (new appointment for 5-yr term through June 30, 2025)
City Plan Commission/ARB Helen DiFate Ward 3 (reappointment for a 3-yr term through June 30, 2023)
Community Equity Commission (CEC) Nicki Bissel Ward 2 (new appointment for a 3-yr term through June 30, 2023)- replaces A. Sheble Stuart Berkowitz Ward 2 (reappointment for a 3-yr term through June 30, 2023)
Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC) Bill Schute
Ward 1 (reappointment for a 3-yr term through June 30, 2023)
McCoole
Board of Adjustment Abby Goldstein Ward 1 alternate (new appointment for 5-yr term through June 30, 2025)
City Plan Commission/ARB Helen DiFate Ward 3 (reappointment for a 3-yr term through June 30, 2023)
Community Equity Commission (CEC) Nicki Bissel Ward 2 (new appointment for a 3-yr term through June 30, 2023)- replaces A. Sheble Stuart Berkowitz Ward 2 (reappointment for a 3-yr term through June 30, 2023)
Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC) Bill Schute
Ward 1 (reappointment for a 3-yr term through June 30, 2023)
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Anthony Kirk Ward 1 (new appointment completing a term through June 30, 2021)- replaces E. Wang Ann Vasquez Ward 2 (reappointment for a 3-yr term through June 30, 2023) Jeff Yorg Ward 2 (new appointment for 3-yr term through June 30, 2023)-replaces C. Brennan Mary Corcoran Ward 3 (new appointment for a 3-yr term through June 30, 2023)- replaces R. Kerr Norton Hoffman Ward 3 (reappointment for a 3-yr term through June 30, 2023)
Parks & Recreation Commission (P&R) Missy McCormick Ward 2 (reappointment for a 3-yr term through June 30, 2023) Karen Berry Elbert Ward 3 (new appointment for a 3-yr term through June 30, 2023)-D. LaGesse Matt Durham Ward 2 (new appointment for a 3-yr term through June 30, 2023)- replaces E. Schneider Melanie Tamsky Appointment as Chairman
Public Art Advisory Committee (PAAC) Dwyer Brown Ward 1 (reassigned to replace C. Colangelo, term expires 2021) Jacob Reby
Ward 3 (reappointment for a 3-year term through June 30, 2023)
Mayor Harris noted that the Board will need to discuss appointing a chairman for the EDAC and also a replacement for Brian Edwards who has recently resigned due to residence relocation.
Alderman McAndrew requested that a letter is sent to those applicants not selected and that a deadline date is included next year when the City advertises for recruitment.
Alderman Buse noted that Nicki Bissel’s appointment to the CEC is for the seventh seat which is non-ward specific.
Alderman Boulton inquired about the PAAC alternate positions.
Mayor Harris stated that there will be a more structured “game plan” for recommendations next year.
Motion made by Alderman Boulton to approve the appointments. Alderman Lintz seconded.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
FINDINGS - APPEAL OF THE ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD’S DECISION TO APPROVE A GARAGE ADDITION AT 747 MIDDLE POLO DRIVE
City Attorney O’Keefe reported that the Board received a draft of the proposed findings and order for dispositions of the appeal involving the property of 747 Middle Polo Drive. In summary the proposed findings include a finding that the appellant has failed to establish that they have standing to bring the appeal and that they have not demonstrated that they are an aggrieved party within the meaning of the City’s ordinances by reasonable suffering a demonstrable and material adverse effect from the ruling complained of. The findings also nonetheless address the substance of the complaints filed by the appellant and finds that they lack merit across-the-
Motion made by Alderman Sokol 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. Alderman McAndrew seconded the motion.
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The motion passed on a roll call vote: Alderman Boulton – Aye; Alderman Lintz – Aye; Alderman Berkowitz – Aye; Alderman McAndrew – Aye; Alderman Buse – Aye; Alderman Sokol – Aye; and Mayor Harris – Aye.
There being no further regular business the meeting adjourned at 7:37 p.m.
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