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August 24, 2021 — Meeting Minutes
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At that time, the City and School District entered into a three-year agreement to continue the School Resource Officer program at both the High School and Middle School. The agreement was that the city and the School
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District would each pay 50% of the cost of the officer at each school. In 2009, an agreement was made with the School District that they would pay 75% of the cost of the officer at each school. The last agreement renewal was approved in 2018 and is now due to expire at the end of August. The proposed terms for renewal will continue the 75%/25% School District/City cost sharing arrangement.
The Board of Education approved the agreement at its August 18, 2021 meeting.
Chief Mark Smith was in attendance to answer questions.
Alderman Lintz introduced Bill No. 6858, to approve an agreement with the School District of Clayton for School Resource Officers to be read for the first time by title only. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6858, first reading, an Ordinance Approving a School Resource Officer (SRO) Agreement with the Clayton School District 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. 6858 on the day of its introduction. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
Alderman Lintz introduced Bill No. 6858, to approve an agreement with the School District of Clayton for School Resource Officers to be read for the second time by title only. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6858, second reading, an Ordinance Approving a School Resource Officer (SRO) Agreement with the Clayton School District by title only.
The motion passed on a roll call vote: Alderman Lintz – Aye; Alderman Berkowitz – Aye; Alderman McAndrew – Aye; Alderman Buse – Aye; Alderman Patel – Aye; Alderman Feder – Aye; and Mayor Harris – Aye. The bill, having received majority approval was adopted and became Ordinance No. 6717 of the City of Clayton.
Other
Alderman Berkowitz reported on the following: • Plan Commission/ARB – H3 presentation; questions were raised regarding setbacks and efforts to “protect” downtown.
Alderman McAndrew reported on the following: • CRSWC – Rubin Brown provided an audit presentation; the Commission discussed the mask mandate for the Center of Clayton.
Alderman Buse reported on the following: • Musical Nights at Oak Knoll – the bank was good and enjoyed the music.
Alderman Patel reported on the following:
This project includes the demolition of the Ice Rink Building as well as relocation of the electric service from the building to a separate stand-alone structure in the park. In response to Alderman Berkowitz’ question, Patty DeForrest, Director of Parks, explained that with the removal of the utilities it will allow work at that site and will create easier access for future projects such as the lighting in Shaw Park including any electrical upgrades.
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City Manager Gipson added that this is part of the design (ice rink) that was approved by the Plan Commission.
In response to Alderman Buse’s question regarding borrowing monies from the Oak Knoll Park fencing project, Patty DeForrest stated that there is no concern with borrowing from the fence project because the fence is not in bad shape and can be easily repaired by staff if needed.
In response to Mayor Harris’ question regarding the contingency funds related to environmental clean-up, Patty DeForrest stated that the contract is written with a maximum amount that it will cost for S.M. Wilson to do the work. If there are any savings including the contingency, which will go back to the City, the savings will split, therefore both the City and S.M. Wilson are both incentivized to keep the project within budget. Any monies left then the City can certainly pay for that piece.
In response to Alderman Lintz’ question, Patty DeForrest stated that the slab will stay and is currently used for the popular pickleball game, rollerblading, etc. They will rebuild/regrade the road and plant grass. City Manager Gipson added that the lights will remain in place.
In response to Alderman McAndrew’s question, Patty DeForrest stated that the road behind the courts will be repaired and patched; the electrical (communications) will be located near fields 1 and 2, tucked away and accessible to Ameren.
Alderman Lintz introduced Bill No. 6856, an ordinance to approve an amendment to the contract with S.M. Wilson for the demolition project in Shaw Park to be read for the first time by title only. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6856, first reading, an Ordinance Approving an Addendum to the Contract with S. M. Wilson Co. for Professional Services Related to the Shaw Park Ice Rink 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. 6856 on the day of its introduction. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
Alderman Lintz introduced Bill No. 6856, an ordinance to approve an amendment to the contract with S.M. Wilson for the demolition project in Shaw Park to be read for the second time by title only. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6855, second reading, an Ordinance Approving an Addendum to the Contract with S. M. Wilson Co. for Professional Services Related to the Shaw Park Ice Rink by title only.
The motion passed on a roll call vote: Alderman Lintz – Aye; Alderman Berkowitz – Aye; Alderman McAndrew – Aye; Alderman Buse – Aye; Alderman Patel – Aye; Alderman Feder – Aye; and Mayor Harris – Aye. The bill, having received majority approval was adopted and became Ordinance No. 6715 of the City of Clayton.
The motion passed on a roll call vote: Alderman Lintz – Aye; Alderman Berkowitz – Aye; Alderman McAndrew – Aye; Alderman Buse – Aye; Alderman Patel – Aye; Alderman Feder – Aye; and Mayor Harris – Aye. The bill, having received majority approval was adopted and became Ordinance No. 6715 of the City of Clayton.
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AN ORDINANCE TO CONSIDER APPROVING THE 3RD QUARTER AMENDMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2021 BUDGET
Janet Watson, Director of Finance, reported that the City reviews and adjusts budgeted revenues and expenditures on a quarterly basis to respond to changes as the fiscal year progresses and to update the Board regarding budgetary issues. As part of the quarterly budget review, staff is presenting for their consideration the third amendment to the Fiscal Year 2021 (FY21) budget.
Alderman Lintz introduced Bill No. 6857, an ordinance to approve the FY2021 3rd Quarter Budget amendment to be read for the first time by title only. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6857, first reading, an Ordinance Amending the Fiscal Year 2021 Budget and Appropriating Funds Pursuant Thereto 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. 6857 on the day of its introduction. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
Alderman Lintz introduced Bill No. 6857, an ordinance to approve the FY2021 3rd Quarter Budget amendment to be read for the second time by title only. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6857, second reading, an Ordinance Amending the Fiscal Year 2021 Budget and Appropriating Funds Pursuant Thereto by title only.
The motion passed on a roll call vote: Alderman Lintz – Aye; Alderman Berkowitz – Aye; Alderman McAndrew – Aye; Alderman Buse – Aye; Alderman Patel – Aye; Alderman Feder – Aye; and Mayor Harris – Aye. The bill, having received majority approval was adopted and became Ordinance No. 6716 of the City of Clayton.
AN ORDINANCE TO CONSIDER APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF CLAYTON FOR SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS
City Manager Gipson reported that in the fall of 1997, the city entered into an agreement with the Clayton School District to provide a School Resource Officer at Clayton High School. Partial funding for the position was provided through a federal grant. The grant paid for one-third of the cost of the officer while the School District paid one-third as did the city. In 1999, an agreement was reached to also provide a School Resource Officer at Wydown Middle School. As Federal funding was still available, the one-third agreement was continued for that position as well.
In 2003, Federal funding was no longer available with the exception of one year remaining on the School Resource Officer position at Clayton High School. At that time, the City and School District entered into a three-year agreement to continue the School Resource Officer program at both the High School and Middle School. The agreement was that the city and the School
Alderman Buse reported on the following: • Musical Nights at Oak Knoll – the bank was good and enjoyed the music. Alderman Patel reported on the following:
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• Musical Nights at Oak Knoll – thrilled to be back this year. • Sustainability Committee meets this week.
Alderman Feder expressed appreciation for City Manager Gipson organizing the elected official’s orientation; very informative; looking forward to working with everyone.
Mayor Harris reported on the following: • Commemorative Landscape Committee will meet tomorrow, discussion on recommendations regarding Ralph Clayton portrait. • Attended the Art Fair Kick-off party.
There being no further business the meeting adjourned at 8:24 p.m.
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