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December 22, 2020 — Meeting Minutes

This document is the minutes of the City of Clayton Board of Aldermen virtual meeting held December 22, 2020. It records roll call attendance, approval of the December 8, 2020 minutes, public comment, a public hearing and adoption of ordinances related to rezoning and a Planned Unit Development for the Bemiston Place site (Bill No. 6814), approval motions and unanimous voice votes for first and second readings, and authorization to consider adoption the same day. It also records first and second readings and unanimous consent motions for a contract to replace the city telephone system (Bill No. 6815), and discussion and selection of Horner & Shifrin, Inc. to provide design services for Central Business District Phase 1 (eligible for $965,535 reimbursement) and Phase 2 resurfacing projects, with a roll call vote noted.
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In response to Alderman McAndrew’s question regarding adequate parking spaces for retail employee parking, Mr. Brown stated that they have provided enough parking (26 spaces) per the traffic consultant recommendation. Alderman Sokol expressed that he loves the idea. Alderman Boulton applauded the development team for listening and their ability to create a wonderful space while keeping the Shanly building. In response to Mayor Harris’ question regarding construction timeline, Mr. Brown stated that they are scheduled to purchase the property November 2021 with development completion for February 2024. Mayor Harris closed the public hearing. Alderman Boulton introduced Bill No. 6814, to approve rezoning of property located at 9 and 19 N. Bemiston Avenue, 7800 and 7820 Maryland Avenue, and 26, 30, 32, and 38 N. Central Avenue from high Density Commercial and Central Business District Core Overlay District to a Planned Unit Development District to be known as Bemiston Place Planned Unit District to be read for the first time by title only. Alderman Lintz seconded. City Manager Gipson noted that a revised ordinance was distributed to the Board earlier today.

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PUBLIC HEARING AND AN ORDINANCE TO CONSIDER APPROVING A REZONING AND A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT FOR BEMISTON PLACE DEVELOPMENT AT 26, 30, 32 AND 38 NORTH CENTRAL AVENUE; 7800 AND 7820 MARYLAND AVENUE; 9 AND 19 NORTH BEMISTON AVENUE

Mayor Harris opened the public hearing and requested proof of publication. City Manager Gipson reported that this request is for a public hearing to solicit input regarding the rezoning and related Planned Unit Development for a proposed mixed-use development, known as Bemiston Place. The rezoning and Planned Unit Development are being considered together in this report. The project received Architectural Review Board approval on December 7, 2020 and Site Plan approval on December 21, 2020. The subject site is located on the south side of Maryland Avenue, bounded by Bemiston Avenue on the east and Central Avenue on the west and an east-west alley, on the south. It is a one-half block site, 1.526 acres in area. The site is currently developed as a surface parking lot and a variety of commercial/restaurant and office structures, none of which are more than two stories in height. The properties have a zoning designation of High-Density Commercial District (HDC) and are within the Central Business District (CBD) Core Overlay District and the Entertainment Overlay district. Note: A revised ordinance and exhibit was distributed to the Board earlier today. The applicant, Steve Brown and team of Wei Chun, Frank Andre, Eric Fischer, and Brian Gobell were present. Frank Andre provided a PowerPoint presentation.

The applicant, Steve Brown and team of Wei Chun, Frank Andre, Eric Fischer, and Brian Gobell were present. Frank Andre provided a PowerPoint presentation. In response to Alderman Buse’s question regarding LEED Certification for the Bronze level, Mr. Brown stated that although they are committed to receiving certification for the Bronze level they are interested in possibly a higher level (i.e. Silver). In response to Alderman Buse’s question regarding public access to the charging stations, Mr. Brown stated that the garage is designed to be private. 26 Spaces are reserved for retail employees, valet for the restaurants; there will be 15 charging stations with one for the valet. In response t Alderman Buse’s question regarding the Sustainability Commission’s interest in “solar ready” construction that will allow for future solar panel installation, Mr. Brown stated that their team looked into it and has an interest but decided not to economically. In response to Alderman Berkowitz’ question, Mr. Brown stated that that the sidewalks are 11’ wide and is adequate for outdoor dining. They have included window “walls”, inspired by Oceano, for indoor/outdoor, covered dining. In response to Alderman Berkowitz’ question regarding bike accommodations, Mr. Brown explained that they are working with staff to have available approximately 20 bike racks. They have also planned a bike storage (50-60 bikes) for the residents within the lower level of the Shanly building.

Alderman Lintz seconded. City Manager Gipson noted that a revised ordinance was distributed to the Board earlier today. City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6814, first reading, an Ordinance Providing for the Rezoning of Certain Property Located at 9 and 19 North Bemiston Avenue, 7800 and 7820 Maryland Avenue, and 26,30,32 and 38 North Central Avenue from High Density Commercial and Central Business District Core Overlay District to a Planned Unit Development District to be known as the Bemiston Place Planned Unit District; Providing for the Change in the Zoning Map of the City of Clayton, Missouri; Approving a Planned Unit Development for the Subject Property; and Other Actions Related Thereto 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. 6814 on the day of its introduction. Alderman Lintz seconded. The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote. Alderman Boulton introduced Bill No. 6814, to approve rezoning of property located at 9 and 19 N. Bemiston Avenue, 7800 and 7820 Maryland Avenue, and 26, 30, 32, and 38 N. Central Avenue from high Density Commercial and Central Business District Core Overlay District to a Planned Unit Development District to be known as Bemiston Place Planned Unit District to be read for the second time by title only. Alderman Lintz seconded. Mayor Harris confirmed that the Board agreed that the developer has met all requirements.

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City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6814, second reading, an Ordinance Providing for the Rezoning of Certain Property Located at 9 and 19 North Bemiston Avenue, 7800 and 7820 Maryland Avenue, and 26,30,32 and 38 North Central Avenue From High Density Commercial and Central Business District Core Overlay District to a Planned Unit Development District to be known as the Bemiston Place Planned Unit District; Providing for the Change in the Zoning Map of the City of Clayton, Missouri; Approving a Planned Unit Development for the Subject Property; and Other Actions Related Thereto 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. 6674 of the City of Clayton. AN ORDINANCE TO CONSIDER APPROVING A CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF A REPLACEMENT TELEPHONE SYSTEM

City Manager Gipson reported that staff is requesting approval of a contract for a replacement of the City’s Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP) telephone system, including support and maintenance. The existing phone system needs to be upgraded to stay supported by the vendor. As staff analyzed upgrading the current system, it became apparent that it would be less expensive over the life of the system to purchase a different system which could still use our current desktop phones.

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