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July 22, 2025 — Meeting Minutes

This is the official minutes of the City of Clayton Board of Aldermen meeting held July 22, 2025. It records public comments (primarily opposition to a proposed smoke/vape shop), consent agenda actions including introduction and adoption of ordinances (e.g., Ordinance No. 6939 approving a task order with Lochmueller Group, Inc. for Wydown Boulevard concept planning), withdrawal of a proposed contract after the low bidder revoked its bid, and the City Manager’s administrative approval to award moving services to A‑Mrazek Moving Systems for $12,645.00 so the Municipal Maintenance Facility project can proceed. The minutes also include aldermen and staff reports (e.g., meetings, events, and a tornado recovery update) and adjournment at 8:53 p.m.
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THE CITY OF CLAYTON

Board of Aldermen In-Person and virtual Meeting July 22, 2025 7:02 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, Becky Patel, Gary Feder, Rick Hummell, Jeff Yorg (virtual), and Mayor Bridget McAndrew. Staff: City Manager Gipson, City Attorney O’Keefe, Anna Krane, Director of Planning, and Assistant City Manager Muskopf. PUBLIC REQUESTS AND PETITIONS

Sarah Evans, 7807 Davis Drive, addressed the Board with concerns on the proposed smoke/vape shop at 7811 Clayton Road and the public health, public safety implications. Yulia Kotets, 7739 Davis Drive, addressed the Board with concerns about the proposed vape shop and its long-term impact on the efforts of the School District of Clayton’s “All in Coalition” program. Jessica Dumlau, Davis Place Trustee, 8012 Seminole Drive, addressed the Board in opposition of a permit for the proposed vape store. Jenny Abeles, 7717 W. Biltmore Drive, addressed the Board with concerns and opposition to the proposed vape store. Tucker Abeles, 7717 W. Biltmore Drive, addressed the Board speaking on the dangers of alcohol, cigarette, and vaping uses. Olga Lopukhina, Davis Place resident, addressed the Board in opposition of the vape shop and shared information on health studies. Mayor McAndrew thanked everyone for attending. She explained the permitted uses per the City’s Code. Anna Krane, Director of Planning, addressed the Board to answer questions related to sign regulations and permits.

She explained the permitted uses per the City’s Code. Anna Krane, Director of Planning, addressed the Board to answer questions related to sign regulations and permits. Chief Smith, Police Department, addressed the Board to answer questions related to the work with the “All in Coalition” program. Michael Law, Davis Place resident, addressed the Board in opposition of the vape shop, commenting that it is predatory marketing and crime real estate. He urged the Board to deny the business license.

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CONSENT AGENDA

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