The projects were approved for funding by the MSD board in August of 2025. The City received notification of approval and was provided with the program agreements in September.

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The total programmed project cost for all three projects is estimated to be $359,500.00. MSD’s OMCI Program will reimburse 100% of the costs (up to the limit specified for each project), including engineering design services and construction.

Matt Malick, Director of Public Works, was in attendance to answer questions.

Alderwoman Buse introduced Bill No. 7097, approving an Agreement with Metropolitan Sewer District for the Operations, Maintenance, and Capital Improvement Program to be read for the first time by title only. Alderman Patel seconded.

City Attorney Karr reads Bill No. 7097, first reading, an Ordinance Approving an Intergovernmental Agreements with Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District (MSD) for the Funding of Three Drainage Projects Located in the City of Clayton, Missouri and Actions Related Thereto by title only.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Motion made by Alderwoman Buse that the Board give unanimous consent to consideration for adoption of Bill No. 7097 on the day of its introduction. Alderman Patel seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Alderwoman Buse introduced Bill No. 7097, approving an Agreement with Metropolitan Sewer District for the Operations, Maintenance, and Capital Improvement Program to be read for the second time by title only. Alderman Patel seconded.

City Attorney Karr reads Bill No. 7097, second reading, an Ordinance Approving an Intergovernmental Agreements with Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District (MSD) for the Funding of Three Drainage Projects Located in the City of Clayton, Missouri and Actions Related Thereto by title only.

The motion passed on a roll call vote: Alderman Buse – Aye; Alderman Patel – Aye; Alderman Feder – Aye; Alderman Hummell – Aye; Alderman Yorg – Aye; Alderman Waldman – Aye; and Mayor McAndrew – Aye. The bill, having received majority approval, was adopted, and became Ordinance No. 6957 of the City of Clayton.

AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING STANDARDS FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION IN MEETINGS OF THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN, PLAN COMMISSION AND ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD

City Manager Gipson reported that it is common practice for local governments to have standards and rules for public participation in meetings. The City of Clayton does not currently have any adopted standards for addressing the Board of Aldermen, Plan Commission, or Architectural Review Board. The proposed ordinance is intended to achieve the following objectives:

• Promote an organized and orderly process for public comment and public hearings. • Ensure that all individuals wishing to address the BOA and PC/ARB have an opportunity. • Promote focused discussion and debate. • Enhance record-keeping during public hearings and open forums through the use of speaker cards.

The City of Clayton does not currently have any adopted standards for addressing the Board of Aldermen, Plan Commission, or Architectural Review Board. The proposed ordinance is intended to achieve the following objectives:

• Promote an organized and orderly process for public comment and public hearings. • Ensure that all individuals wishing to address the BOA and PC/ARB have an opportunity. • Promote focused discussion and debate. • Enhance record-keeping during public hearings and open forums through the use of speaker cards.

09-30-2025 BOA Minutes September 30, 2025 Page 5 of 8 Generally, members of the public will be required to provide a completed speaker card with basic information before speaking. Comments during an open forum must relate to matters under the City’s control. Applicants will be limited to ten (10) minutes for their initial presentations and public speakers will be limited to three (3) minutes. Speakers will only be permitted to speak once on a specific topic. Speakers are not to address individuals on the dais, and board members and staff will not respond to questions. There are also basic provisions related to written communications from the public and the receipt of public protests and petitions.

Mark Ellebrecht, 5 Harcourt Drive, addressed the Board stating that although he agrees with regulations and rules he expressed concerns regarding the Plan Commission/ARB meetings where an applicant is allowed to speak for 15-minutes versus a 3-minute allowance for a resident.

Anne Martin, Tuscany Park, addressed the Board opposing time limits for citizens.

Motion made by Alderman Buse to postpone consideration of Bill No. 7098, Establishing Standards for Addressing the Board of Aldermen and the Plan Commission/ARB until the October 28, 2025, Board meeting. Alderman Patel seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 140.020, AND ESTABLISHING A SPECIAL BUSINESS DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD

City Manager Gipson reported that this is a consideration and approval of an ordinance to repeal Section 140.020, Economic Development Advisory Committee, and enact a new Section 140.020 establishing the Special Business District Advisory Board. This change is intended to terminate the existing Economic Development Advisory Committee and replace it with a special- purpose new entity with a refocused scope solely on the use and allocation of the Special Business District Fund.

After much discussion, City Attorney Karr recommended an amendment to Bill No. 7099.

Motion made by Alderman Buse to amend Bill No. 7099, Section 140.020. B. (replacing “…. need not be residents of the City of Clayton…”) with “…must be a resident of the City of Clayton or have a significant business interest within the Special Business District.” Alderman Patel seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Alderman Buse introduced Bill No. 7099, approving an ordinance repealing the Economic Development Advisory Committee and establishing the Special Business District Advisory Board as amended to be read for the first time by title only. Alderman Patel seconded.

City Attorney Karr reads Bill No. 7099, first reading, an Ordinance Repealing Section 140.020 of the Clayton City Code and Enacting in Lieu Thereof a New Section 140.020 Establishing a New Body to be Designated as the Special Business District Advisory Board as amended by title only.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

City Attorney Karr reads Bill No. 7100, second reading an Ordinance Enacting Section 140.060 of the Clayton City Code and Establishing an Economic Development Committee by title only. The motion passed on a roll call vote: Alderman Buse – Aye; Alderman Patel – Aye; Alderman Feder – Aye; Alderman Hummell – Aye; Alderman Yorg – Aye; Alderman

09-30-2025 BOA Minutes September 30, 2025 Page 7 of 8 Waldman – Aye; and Mayor McAndrew – Aye. The bill, having received majority approval, was adopted, and became Ordinance No. 6959 of the City of Clayton.

OTHER

Alderman Buse reported on the following: • Clayton High School Homecoming • Public Art Advisory Committee o Clayton Community Foundation has received a donation of a statue and proposed placement in Anderson Park.

Alderman Patel reported on the following: • Parks and Recreation Commission o Reviewed the proposed art donation o Open house o Community Equity Commission ▪ Chief Smith provided a presentation/discussion on hate crime versus hate incidents

Alderman Feder reported on the following: • St. Louis Art Fair • Clayton Jazz Festival • Attended the Municipal League of St. Louis County, Pat Kelly provided an update on: o lobbying efforts o property tax reform o grocery sales tax o failure to appear/bench warrants o vaping facilities

Alderman Hummell reported on the following: • CRSWC o Opera Theater of St. Louis re: parking proposal • Clayton Community Foundation Executive Committee o Discussion on modifying the structure of the committee; continued involvement with Parks and Recreation Commission and the Sustainability Advisory Committee o Joint meeting with the Board of alderman is scheduled for December 9 • Ward 1 Coffee is scheduled for Saturday, October 4 at Captain Elementary School • Town Hall meeting on the tornado recovery is scheduled for October 27, 2025

City Manager Gipson added that the town hall meeting is scheduled for October 27, 6:30 p.m. at Concordia Seminary. Topics will be an update on the tornado recovery, proposed Charter amendments on the November 4 Election ballot, and conceptual design for Wydown Boulevard.

Alderman Yorg reported on the following: • Clayton High School Homecoming – good event • Clayton Jazz Festival – great event, very proud, thanked all staff involved • Attended the Missouri Municipal League Conference in St. Charles – gave him a good perspective on how well Clayton gets things done o Attended sessions on economic development and retail

Alderman Waldman reported on the following:

Alderman Yorg reported on the following: • Clayton High School Homecoming – good event • Clayton Jazz Festival – great event, very proud, thanked all staff involved • Attended the Missouri Municipal League Conference in St. Charles – gave him a good perspective on how well Clayton gets things done o Attended sessions on economic development and retail

Alderman Waldman reported on the following:

09-30-2025 BOA Minutes September 30, 2025 Page 8 of 8 • Clayton High School Homecoming – good event; great turnout • Ward 3 Coffee is scheduled for Saturday, October 11 at Starbucks

Mayor McAndrew reported on the following: • St. Louis Metro Mayors met September 11 – discussion/presentation from a representative of the Weather Service • Participated in an evening dinner with the Clayton Fire Department crew – FF Coghill prepared a wonderful meal • Shaw Park Design kick-off meeting held September 11 • Old Town Neighborhood meeting – great job to Chief Smith who provided information on the crimes in the neighborhood • CCF Hanley House Fall event held September 18 • Participated in a site-visit to R.E.G.I.S. headquarters • Municipal League of St. Louis County – talked about a new app for fire and police vehicles to instantly send emergency alerts • Attended the new offices for Caravus at 101 S. Hanley Road. • Ribbon Cutting – NewGround International, 101 S. Hanley Road, founded in 1913 • Clayton High School Homecoming – thanks to Fire Department for use of the fire truck

Alderman Feder added that he is receiving good comments/feedback from citizens about the papered windows in the downtown vacant buildings.

Alderman Feder commented also on the array of advertising signs “popping” up everywhere, especially in Davis Place.

Motion made by Alderman Buse to adjourn. Alderman Patel seconded. The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote. There being no further discussion the Board adjourned at 8:57 p.m.

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