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June 8, 2021 — Meeting Minutes
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provided by Trailnet by providing a policy framework that addressed the revised NSCS policy elements. Mayor Harris complimented Matt and his staff on the work they did. Matt Malick, Director of Public Works, explained that the City already had the Complete Streets Policy in place and now they will look at and further define the listed projects. Alderman McAndrew commented that Matt did a great job working with the Sustainability Committee for their input. Matt Malick expressed thanks to Linda Goldstein, Chairman of the Sustainability Committee. Alderman Lintz introduced Bill No. 6846, to adopt revisions to the Complete Streets Policy to be read for the first time by title only. Alderman Berkowitz seconded. City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6846, second reading, an Ordinance Adopting Revisions to the City of Clayton Complete Streets Policy by title only. The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote. Motion made by Alderman Lintz that the Board give unanimous consent to consideration for adoption of Bill No. 6846 on the day of its introduction. Alderman Berkowitz seconded. The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote. Alderman Lintz introduced Bill No. 6846, to adopt revisions to the Complete Streets Policy to be read for the second time by title only. Alderman Berkowitz seconded. City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6846, second reading, an Ordinance Adopting Revisions to the City of Clayton Complete Streets Policy by title only.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6845, second reading, an Ordinance Amending Section 505.125 of the Clayton City Code Relating to Mobile Food Vending Equipment by title only. The motion passed on a roll call vote: Alderman Lintz – Aye; Alderman Berkowitz – Aye; Alderman McAndrew – Aye; Alderman Patel – Aye; and Mayor Harris – Aye. The bill, having received majority approval was adopted and became Ordinance No. 6705 of the City of Clayton. AN ORDINANCE TO CONSIDER ADOPTING REVISIONS TO THE CITY OF CLAYTON COMPLETE STREETS POLICY
City Manager Gipson reported that Complete Streets are streets designed and operated to enable safe use and support mobility for all users, including people of all ages and abilities, regardless of whether they are travelling as drivers, pedestrians, bicyclists, or public transportation riders. These concepts were the basis of the original Complete Street policy adopted by the City of Clayton in 2012. Development of that policy was based on the 10 elements that the National Complete Streets Coalition (NCSC*) determined should be part of an “ideal” Complete Streets policy. Moving forward to 2018, the NCSC updated and revised their complete streets policy framework and evaluation criteria to focus on implementation and equity.
Development of that policy was based on the 10 elements that the National Complete Streets Coalition (NCSC*) determined should be part of an “ideal” Complete Streets policy. Moving forward to 2018, the NCSC updated and revised their complete streets policy framework and evaluation criteria to focus on implementation and equity. NCSC states that “the 10 revised policy elements are based on decades of collective expertise in transportation planning and design, created in consultation with NCSC’s steering committee members and a group of national stakeholders consisting of engineers, planners, researchers, and advocates.”
In late 2020 a three-person sub-committee, comprised of staff and Sustainability Advisory Committee members, was formed to review the current policy and draft a revised policy. This draft was then reviewed and finalized with input from the full Sustainability Advisory Committee. Support was also
Alderman Berkowitz seconded. City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6846, second reading, an Ordinance Adopting Revisions to the City of Clayton Complete Streets Policy by title only. The motion passed on a roll call vote: Alderman Lintz – Aye; Alderman Berkowitz – Aye; Alderman McAndrew – Aye; Alderman Patel – Aye; and Mayor Harris – Aye. The bill, having received majority approval was adopted and became Ordinance No. 6706 of the City of Clayton. A MOTION TO ELECT MAYOR PRO TEMPORE
City Manager Gipson reported that per the City of Clayton Charter, Article II, Section 2, the Board of Aldermen shall elect from among the aldermen a mayor pro-tempore, who shall act as mayor in the absence of the mayor. Alderman Richard Lintz has been nominated by Mayor Harris to be appointed as Mayor Pro Tempore. Motion made by Alderman Berkowitz to approve the appointment of Alderman Rich Lintz as Mayor Pro Tempore. Alderman McAndrew seconded. The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote. A MOTION TO APPROVE THE ALDERMANIC COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS
City Manager Gipson reported that in order to be consistent with the Charter requirements all appointments/assignments to the Boards and Commissions requires approval by the Board of Aldermen. The following assignments are proposed by Mayor Harris:
Clayton Century Foundation Alderwoman Susan Buse Alderman Rich Lintz
CRSWC Alderwoman Bridget McAndrew Alderwoman Becky Patel
Plan Commission/ARB Alderman Ira Berkowitz
Economic Development Advisory Committee Alderwoman Bridget McAndrew
Parks & Recreation Commission Alderwoman Bridget McAndrew Alderwoman Susan Buse Public Art Advisory Committee Alderman Ira Berkowitz
Non-Uniformed Employees Retirement Fund Board Alderman Rich Lintz Alderwoman Becky Patel
Uniformed Employees Retirement Fund Board Alderman Rich Lintz Alderwoman Becky Patel
Sustainability Committee Alderwoman Becky Patel Alderman Rich Lintz
Clayton Equity Commission Alderwoman Susan Buse
In response to Alderman Lintz’ question, City Manager Gipson noted that the appointments take effect on July 1st.
Alderman Patel pointed out the following: - Clayton Century Foundation should be Clayton Community Foundation - Her name should be included under both Pension Boards – Mayor Harris confirmed
Motion made by Alderman Lintz to approve the aldermanic appointments. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
Other
Alderman Lintz: • Plan Commission/ARB • Pension Boards
Alderman McAndrew commended Patty DeForrest and staff on getting the pool opening.
Alderman Patel thanked Matt Malick and staff for fixing the broken signage; she attended her first Pension Board meeting today.
Mayor Harris reported on the following: • Meeting with PAAC to discuss Centene artwork • Boards and Commissions – the vacancies will be posted to the City’s website to encourage recruitment