06-09-2026 BOA Minutes June 9, 2026 Page 1 of 6

THE CITY OF CLAYTON

City Council In-Person and virtual Meeting June 9, 2026 7:06 p.m.

MINUTES

Mayor McAndrew called the meeting to order and requested a roll call. The following individuals were in attendance:

In person: Susan Buse, Gary Feder, Jeff Yorg, Betsy Meyland-Smith, and Mayor Bridget McAndrew.

Staff: City Manager Gipson, City Attorney O’Keefe, City Clerk Frazier, and Assistant City Manager Burr

Absent: Becky Patel and Kami Waldman

OPEN FORUM

Natalie Dowd, 7536 Parkdale Avenue, addressed the Council regarding Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (I.C.E.)

Edward Fisher,8100 Roxburgh Drive, addressed the Council regarding the use of F.L.O.C.K. cameras.

A PUBLIC HEARING AND A RESOLUTION FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AT 8109 MARYLAND, WINE BAR KNOWN AS RETTA JANE THE READING ROOM

Mayor McAndrew opened the public hearing and requested proof of publication.

City Manager Gipson reported that this is a public hearing to consider an application for a Conditional Use Permit submitted by Retta Tussey, owner of Retta Jane, for the operation of a multi-purpose concept which proposes a retail clothing space, commercial/office space for interior design services, and a wine bar space. The wine bar space is proposed as “The Reading Room,” and will offer drinks and light food options.

Retta Tussey, owner, addressed the Council to answer questions.

Mayor McAndrew closed the public hearing.

Motion made by Councilmember Buse to approve a Conditional Use Permit for Retta Jane Boutique at 8109 Maryland Avenue. Councilmember Feder seconded.

The motion passed 5-0 on a voice vote.

CONSENT AGENDA

2026-16)

Motion made by Councilmember Buse to approve the Consent Agenda. Councilmember Feder seconded. The motion passed on a roll call vote: Councilmember Buse – Aye; Councilmember Feder – Aye; Councilmember Yorg – Aye; Councilmember Meyland-Smith – Aye; and Mayor McAndrew – Aye. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 140 RELATED TO THE SUSTAINABILITY COMMITTEE AND THE COMMUNITY EQUITY COMMISSION COMPOSITION AND TERMS City Manager Gipson reported that the proposed ordinance would amend Chapter 140 related to the Sustainability Committee and Community Equity Commission terms and compositions to align with other boards and commissions to assist the City of Clayton in the development and communication of financial goals and strategies. While the format has substantially changed there are only three material changes:

• Broadens the eligibility for appointment to the Sustainability Committee as an ex-officio member. • Establishes a term limit of three consecutive full terms for the Community Equity Commission. • Eliminates the ward distribution requirements for both committees and establishes a strong preference for equal distribution. Motion made by Councilmember Feder to amend Bill No. 7159, correcting an error in the draft ordinance - “Aldermen” should be changed to “Councilmember”. Councilmember Buse seconded. The motion passed unanimously (5-0) on a voice vote. Councilmember Buse introduced Bill No. 7159, as amended, approving amendments to Chapter 140 regarding the terms and compositions of the Sustainability Committee and the Community Equity Committee to be read for the first time by title only. Councilmember Feder seconded.