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July 28, 2020 — Meeting Minutes
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THE CITY OF CLAYTON
Board of Aldermen Virtual Zoom Meeting July 28, 2020 7:00 p.m.
Minutes
NOTE: In accord with the provisions of Section 610.015, RSMo., and multiple declarations of emergency at every level of government, and the prohibition of large gatherings due to the Coronavirus pandemic, normal requirements for voting in the Board meeting were suspended. Accordingly, votes were taken as if all Board members were physically present and in attendance at the meeting.
Mayor Harris called the meeting to order and requested a roll call. The following individuals were in attendance:
The following individuals were in attendance at the meeting by videoconferencing at all times unless otherwise noted.
Aldermen: Joanne Boulton, Rich Lintz, Ira Berkowitz, Bridget McAndrew, Susan Buse, Dan Sokol, and Mayor Michelle Harris
City Manager David Gipson City Attorney Kevin O’Keefe City Clerk June Frazier
The following members were absent: None
Motion made by Alderman Berkowitz to approve the July 14, 2020 minutes. Alderman Lintz seconded.
Motion to approve the minutes passed unanimously on a voice vote.
PUBLIC REQUESTS AND PETITIONS
None
A MOTION TO CONSIDER APPROVING A LIQUOR LICENSE FOR KATERINA’S, LLC DBA KATERINA’S GREEK KITCHEN LOCATED AT 7822 BONHOMME AVENUE
City Manager Gipson reported that Katerina’s, LLC d.b.a. Katerina’s Greek Kitchen is requesting a liquor license to sell all kinds of intoxicating liquor at retail by the drink, including Sundays, at 7822 Bonhomme Avenue.
The Police Department has completed its review of the application and supports the issuance of the requested license. The Planning and Development department has also approved the application with no objections.
The Police Department has completed its review of the application and supports the issuance of the requested license. The Planning and Development department has also approved the application with no objections.
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The applicant has chosen not to submit a petition from surrounding property owners and first floor tenants. As a result, they are aware that this application must have a super majority vote of five Board members to be approved.
Motion made by Alderman Boulton to approve a liquor license for Katerina’s, LLC d/b/a Katerina’s Greek Kitchen at 7822 Bonhomme Avenue. Alderman Lintz seconded.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
A MOTION TO CONSIDER APPROVING A LIQUOR LICENSE FOR 7676 FORSYTH, LLC DBA TONY’S AT 105 CARONDELET PLAZA
City Manager Gipson reported that 7676 Forsyth, LLC d.b.a. Tony’s is requesting a liquor license to sell all kinds of intoxicating liquor at retail by the drink, except Sundays, at 105 Carondelet Plaza.
The Police Department has completed its review of the application and supports the issuance of the requested license. The Planning and Development department has also approved the application with no objections.
The applicant has chosen not to submit a petition from surrounding property owners and first floor tenants. As a result, they are aware that this application must have a super majority vote of five Board members to be approved.
Tobias Raphael, James Bommarito and Jamie Mansfield, representing Tony’s, were in attendance to answer questions.
Mr. Raphael reported that the completion of the construction would be around the end of September, but an opening date has not yet been determined due to the pandemic.
Mr. Raphael also inquired about the “jersey barriers” for outdoor dining more specifically at Pastaria Restaurant.
Motion made by Alderman Boulton to approve a liquor license for 7676 Forsyth, LLC d/b/a Tony’s at 105 Carondelet Plaza. Alderman Lintz seconded.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote. vote.
AN ORDINANCE TO CONSIDER AUTHORIZING A SMALL VEHICLE SHARING PROGRAM IN COOPERATION WITH OTHER MUNICIPALITIES
City Manager Gipson reported that following the Board of Aldermen’s discussion regarding small vehicle regulations on April 17, 2020, Staff reached out to the Cities of Brentwood, Maplewood, and Richmond Heights to request their consideration of incorporating Clayton into the Small Vehicle Share Program Intergovernmental Agreement. The three cities agreed that adding the City of Clayton would be beneficial to the partnership.
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.
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)