December 13, 2016 — Meeting Minutes

12-13-16 BOA Minutes December 13, 2016 Page 1 of 12 THE CITY OF CLAYTON

Board of Aldermen City Hall – 10 N. Bemiston Avenue December 13, 2016 7:09 p.m.

Minutes

Mayor Sanger called the meeting to order and requested a roll call. The following individuals were in attendance:

Aldermen: Cynthia Garnholz, Joanne Boulton, Alex Berger, Rich Lintz, and Ira Berkowitz.

Mayor Sanger City Manager Owens City Attorney O’Keefe

Absent: Mark Winings

Alderman Boulton moved to approve the November 15, 2016. Alderman Garnholz seconded.

The motion to approve the minutes passed unanimously on a voice vote.

PUBLIC REQUESTS AND PETITIONS

None

PUBLIC HEARING - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT RELATED TO A CHILD CARE FACILITY AT 7701 MARYLAND AVENUE (KOL RINAH)

Mayor Sanger opened the public hearing and requested proof of publication.

City Manager Owens reported that this is a public hearing and resolution to consider a Conditional Use Permit application submitted by David Weber on behalf of Kol Rinah, owner under contract, to allow the operation of a 3,300 square foot child care facility on the first floor of the subject building and to allow parking in the front yard area.

The property is located at the northwest corner of Maryland Avenue and Hanley Road, with additional frontage on Linden Avenue. The 1.45 acre site has a zoning designation of R-2 Single Family Dwelling District and is currently developed with a 32,311 square foot church building (The Journey Church).

The applicant proposes to operate an eight classroom, 3,300 square foot early childhood center for infants through pre-Kindergarten for up to 88 children. Proposed hours of operation are 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. Because there are no scheduled classes, pick up and drop off will be staggered. Outdoor activities for children will take place in the front of the building on a designated lawn area. The building itself and the distance of the lawn area from the neighboring residential uses will provide a significant buffer between the outdoor areas the residential uses to the north and west.

12-13-16 BOA Minutes December 13, 2016 Page 2 of 12 The applicant plans to redevelop the site and create a 34 space parking lot; 5 spaces (or approximately 475 square feet) will be located forward of the front setback line along Linden Avenue. The site has adequate parking for the child care use. The Plan Commission considered the request for the Conditional Use Permit at its November 7, 2016, meeting and voted unanimously to recommend approval to the Board of Aldermen.

Staff recommendation is to approve a Conditional Use Permit for Kol Rinah to allow five parking spaces to be located in the front yard area along Linden Avenue and to allow the operation of an approximately 3,300 square foot child care center on the first floor of the building, pursuant to the stipulations and conditions listed in the attached resolution.

Gary Feder, Attorney, Husch Blackwell, addressed the Board on behalf of the applicant.

Alderman Garnholz asked for clarification on the five (5) parking spaces as referenced in the resolution, Section 2, (3) Approximately 1/5 (5 spaces) of the 34 space surface parking lot may be located in the front yard area fronting Linden Avenue.

Mr. Feder stated that he believes that the plan that was submitted indicates that on the Linden Avenue side (front yard) there are five spaces.

Susan Istenes explained that the front yard boundary is identified on the site plan that was approved and her recommendation is to word the resolution as follows; “per the approved site plan…” The five spaces were specified as an approximation of the number of spaces.

Alderman Boulton added that the Plan Commission/ARB did approve the actual site plan that showed the parking and a lot of landscaping. She added that the Commission was all quite struck by how nice this building will become after all of the proposed changes and it will certainly be an enhancement.

In response to Alderman Garnholz question, Susan Istenes recommended that Section 2 (3) is worded as follows: “The parking spaces located in the front yard per the approved site plan.”

Alderman Berger expressed that he is favorable of the plans proposed.

In response to Mayor Sanger’s question regarding the history of a Synagogue located within Clayton, Rabbi Noah Arno provided a brief background stating that there has not been a Synagogue located in within Clayton since the 1950s.

Mayor Sanger closed the public hearing.

Alderman Garnholz moved to amend Resolution No. 16-22, to read as follows: Section 2 (3) The parking spaces located in the front yard per the approved site plan. Alderman Boulton seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Alderman Garnholz moved to approve Resolution No. 16-22 as amended, approving a Conditional Use Permit for Kol Rinah located at 7701 Maryland Avenue. Alderman Boulton seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

AWARDS AND RECOGNITION OF FIRE DEPARTMENT STAFF

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City Manager Owens reported that several members of the Fire Department were recognized by the Greater St. Louis Area Fire Chiefs Association for acts of bravery performed during the last year. The first incident occurred on March 4, 2016 involving the rescue of a trapped occupant from a residential fire at 7536 Flora, Maplewood, Missouri. Fire Chief Mark Thorp is being awarded a Class VI Award for Bravery Unit Citation and a letter of commendation for his quick and professional actions at this incident. The incident involved a suicidal subject who had set the house on fire and potentially had small children still in the home. The second incident occurred on June 15, 2016 involving the battling of a house fire with limited resources at 1134 Watts, University City, Missouri. Unit 3212-C composed of Fire Captain Brian Neukirch, Firefighter/Paramedic Nicholas Davis, and Firefighter/Paramedic Jason Lipscomb are being awarded a Class VI Bravery Award Unit Citation and individual letters of commendation for their actions in assisting University City with this residential house fire with persons and five pets trapped. In addition to fighting the fire the crew successfully resuscitated two family dogs who had succumbed to smoke from the fire.

AN ORDINANCE TO CONSIDER AN AGREEMENT WITH WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY FOR THE PROVISION OF FIRE PREVENTION, FIRE PROTECTION AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES ON THE DANFORTH CAMPUS

City Manager Owens reported that for several years, the City of Clayton has provided Washington University with Fire Prevention, Fire Protection and Emergency Medical Services at their hilltop campus (main campus). Since 1992 the City and University have maintained these services through various written agreements. Our current agreement expired on September 30, 2016, and both parties have expressed the desire to continue this arrangement. To that end an amendment to the current agreement has been negotiated.

The proposed amendment to the agreement is for a 21 month period with the provision for automatic renewal up to three (3) additional one-year extensions. The agreement includes a ninety-day notice provision if the contract is not to be renewed. The new contract also includes a provision to increase the base service fee by the Consumer Price Index – Urban or 5% whichever is greater at each renewal. The agreement has been beneficial to both parties, and significant negotiations have been conducted to reach this amendment.

Highlights of the new amended agreement include;

 Increase the base contract price from $267,260 to $317,800 FY 2017, an increase of $50,540 in base fees. The proposed new base fee was established on a current cost for service formula and accurately reflects the City’s cost for providing these services to the University. In addition, there is a modified escalator that will increase the base on annual renewal.  Assistance with EMS Billing by the University to assist with collection of student payments of any ambulance bills.  Continuation of an Annual Meeting to address planning issues related to upcoming construction projects, fire prevention and public safety/education programs with University leadership.

We believe this arrangement is very beneficial to both Washington University and the City of Clayton. Staff recommends approval.

12-13-16 BOA Minutes December 13, 2016 Page 4 of 12 Cheryl Adelstein, Director of Community Relations, Washington University, expressed that it is a pleasure to work with the City.

Alderman Berger expressed his concerns regarding the City covering the expenses in the delivery of services to Washington University. In referencing the contract with regard to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) he stated that he cannot imagine that the CPI would have covered the costs increases in any of the previous five years and asked for clarification.

City Manager Owens stated that they felt that there were some increases beyond CPI and in this agreement there is a significant increase. Staff feels that the new index of the CPI is expected to put the City in a good position going forward.

Chief Mark Thorp confirmed that the last contract only included a CPI increase and the actual costs were exceeded. There is an adjustment, a “true-up” included in the contract’s base fee this year. In an effort to keep the process where Washington University could budget and know some limitations to their costs they came up with the “formula” through negotiation of either five percent or CPI, whichever would be greater. Based on historical data over the last period it would keep us meeting all of the costs for the services provide.

In response to Alderman Boulton’s questions, Chief Thorp stated that the last contract was five, one-year agreements and all went by CPI with the exception of the first year, which was a “true- up” adding that the City has provided the service for several years. he said that based on what is projected for salary increases and the economy the CPI would be the lead factor, but if it (economy) stays like usual, than the five percent will stay well within the projected outreach budget. He does not believe that costs would increase by more than five percent.

In response to Alderman Berger’s question, Chief Thorp confirmed that the service formula included personnel costs, capital expenditures, and operating expenses.

In response to Alderman Berger’s question, Chief Thorp that service calls are not so much affected by the number of buildings, but more by population. The University has a projected increase in some structures on the east end of the campus that would be covered by the contract. He does not believe that it would be so significant that it will impact the service delivery.

Alderman Garnholz introduced Bill No. 6589, an ordinance to consider an ordinance to approve an agreement with Washington University for the provision of fire prevention, fire protection and emergency medical services on the Danforth Campus to be read for the first time by title only. Alderman Boulton seconded.

City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6589, an Ordinance to Authorize the City Manager to enter into an Amended Agreement with Washington University for the Provision of Fire Prevention, Fire Protection and Ambulance Services to the Portion of the Danforth Campus Located in Unincorporated St. Louis County for the first time by title only.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Alderman Garnholz moved that the Board give unanimous consent to consideration for adoption of Bill No. 6589 on the day of its introduction. Alderman Boulton seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

12-13-16 BOA Minutes December 13, 2016 Page 5 of 12 Alderman Garnholz introduced Bill No. 6589, an ordinance to consider an ordinance to approve an agreement with Washington University for the provision of fire prevention, fire protection and emergency medical services on the Danforth Campus to be read for the second time by title only. Alderman Boulton seconded.

Alderman Garnholz – Aye; Alderman Boulton – Aye; Alderman Berger – Aye; Alderman Lintz – Aye; Alderman Berkowitz – Aye; and Mayor Sanger – Aye. The bill was adopted and became Ordinance No. 6458 of the City of Clayton.

AN ORDINANCE TO CONSIDER A CONTRACT WITH JACOBS ENGINEERING GROUP, INC. FOR THE SHAW PARK ICE RINK AND MULTI-USE FACILITY PROJECT

City Manager Owens reported that on July 15, 2016 the City issued a Request for Qualifications for Architectural and Engineering Services for the Shaw Park Ice Rink and Multi-Use Facility Design Work. We received three submittals from the following firms: Chiodini Architects, Hastings & Chivetta and Jacobs Engineering Firm, Inc. (Jacobs).

A selection panel composed of staff from the Parks & Recreation Department and Public Works Department as well as the Chair of the Parks & Recreation Commission interviewed the three firms in September to determine which one was the best choice for this project. The consensus was that the team from Jacobs was the top candidate to complete the design work as laid out in the RFQ. Due to their past history and knowledge of the existing facility, experience with other similar projects, design approach and references, those on the committee recommended moving forward with a contract with Jacobs.

The contract in front of you tonight includes not only design work which will be completed in 2017 but also the bidding and construction services which will be part of the FY2018 capital budget. The contract for this year’s work includes Building and Landscape Design and Engineering, Ice Rink Design, Civil/Stormwater Engineering and MSD approval as well as Century Garden Design for a fee of $497,937. In addition, the contract includes $276,151 to cover costs associated with bidding and construction services as well as LEED Documentation and Commissioning and Furniture, Fixture and Equipment Design which will take place in FY2018. The total fee for the contract is $774,088 and will be funded through the City’s Capital Improvement Fund which includes $500,000 in FY2017 and $3,000,000 in FY2018 for this project.

Recommendation is to approve the ordinance authorizing the execution of a contract with Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc. in the amount of seven hundred and seventy-four thousand and eighty-eight dollars ($774,088), plus reimbursable expenses of up to twenty-thousand dollars ($20,000) for the Shaw Park Ice Rink and Multi-Use Facility Project.

In response to Alderman Boulton’s question regarding the budgeted numbers, Patty DeForrest explained that they felt the design work would be $500,000 which it is and the other $275,000 would be expended from the $3 million adding that there is also $3 million included in the FY2019 budget. She said that the total of the contract is $774,088 and the majority of this work will be the design. The contract will cover construction services and bidding services.

12-13-16 BOA Minutes December 13, 2016 Page 6 of 12 In response to Mayor Sanger’s question, Patty DeForrest summarized the funding aspect. What is intended is to fund the project in FY2018 and FY2019 as it is constructed; issue Special Obligation Bonds (no tax increase) that will be reimbursed out of the Park and Storm Water Tax, approximately 20%. The Park and Storm Water Tax generate approximately $1.8 million and the repayment plan is approx. $350,000 per year for 20 years.

Mayor Sanger commented that everyone has heard it enough times that we are looking for “iconic” because the building that is coming down is so tied to the culture, the recognition of the community we need to have something that will be as comfortable for the community as the current building is; a challenge for the architects.

In response to Alderman Boulton’s question, Patty DeForrest stated that the intention is to start at the basic concept design (i.e. what will be included in the building, the rink itself, and the orientation) the building itself has not been previously designed. While interviewing the consultants they communicated the desire to have a building that would “fit in” with the “flavor” of the park. She added that the rink itself would be increased in size (high school regulation) and more useable.

In response to Mayor Sanger’s question, Patty DeForrest stated that the proposed schedule would be to do the design in 2017; open the rink this season and next season; begin construction at the end of 2017/2018 season to become ready for the Fall of 2019.

In response to Alderman Boulton’s question, Patty DeForrest confirmed that they will create a task force/steering committee that will be made up of members of the Parks and Recreation Commission, staff, Board of Aldermen, and possibly Clayton Century Foundation.

In response to Mayor Sanger’s question, Patty DeForrest stated that she has visited two recently built facilities and they do not look that much different, but one of the biggest differences is the way the ice is made; the type and size of equipment. She recommends the Board to visit the City of Brentwood and/or the Kennedy Park facility. An ice trail is not currently in the design.

In response to Alderman Boulton’s question, Patty DeForrest stated that she is not sure if a new rink would extend the season (Thanksgiving Holiday through the end of February), but rather make it more dependable. Anticipation is to have another use for the facility from April through October (i.e. events, music, movies, practice fields, etc.)

Alderman Berger commented that he sees no value in extending the cost cycle for this facility. We have an ice rink, a value to the community, and we also have one of the greatest swimming pools of all time but for nine months out of the year it stands vacant. He is perfectly comfortable with the ice skating rink and nothing more because the value is ice skating.

In response to Alderman Garnholz’s comment, Alderman Berger stated that it was a concept in order to sell the bond issue which is his point of view. He is not in favor of expending the expense operations of the ice skating rink under the “guys that were going to have a practice field.”

Alderman Lintz asked if this has anything to do with the contract before the Board tonight.

Alderman Boulton stated that she feels it has to do with everything and appreciates what Alderman Berger had to say. She feels almost the opposite and cannot imagine spending this kind of money on just an ice skating rink.

12-13-16 BOA Minutes December 13, 2016 Page 7 of 12 In response to Mayor Sanger’s question, Patty DeForrest stated that the odds for the compressors to continue working for the next two years are high.

In response to Alderman Lintz’ question, Patty DeForrest stated that there are no contingency fees, but the only item that is variable is reimbursable expenses. She added that there is funding included for LEED certification.

In response to Alderman Boulton’s question with regard to the $6 million cost, Patty DeForrest stated that that is the guidelines that were given and that is what the consultants are designing toward.

In response to Alderman Berkowitz’s question with regard to solar components, Patty DeForrest stated that they can have discussion adding that the original design included solar on the roof/cover.

Alderman Garnholz introduced Bill No. 6590, to consider an ordinance to approve a contract for an architectural/engineering consultant for the Shaw Park Ice Rink Project to be read for the first time by title only. Alderman Boulton seconded.

City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6590, an Ordinance Approving a Contract with Jacobs Engineering Group Inc., for the Shaw Park Ice Rink and Multi-Use Facility Design Project for the first time by title only.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Alderman Garnholz moved that the Board give unanimous consent to consideration for adoption of Bill No. 6590 on the day of its introduction. Alderman Boulton seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Alderman Garnholz introduced Bill No. 6590, to consider an ordinance to approve a contract for an architectural/engineering consultant for the Shaw Park Ice Rink Project to be read for the second time by title only. Alderman Boulton seconded.

AN ORDINANCE TO CONSIDER ASSIGNING A PORTION OF THE TRACFONE SETTLEMENT PROCEEDS TO THE ST. LOUIS COUNTY MUNICIPAL LEAGUE

City Manager Owens reported that a telecommunications settlement for a class action lawsuit, of which we are a member, has been approved with TracFone Wireless, Inc. The City will receive a small settlement of $15,483 and no action is required of the Board to receive this settlement.

Staff is proposing that $774 of the settlement be assigned to the St. Louis County Municipal League for revenues expended in its legislative and settlement efforts relating to this lawsuit and to fund future services performed on behalf of the League’s member municipalities. This

12-13-16 BOA Minutes December 13, 2016 Page 8 of 12 amount represents approximately 5% of the City’s settlement amount and is similar to percentages assigned on previous settlements.

Recommendation is to approve an ordinance assigning a portion of the settlement with TracFone to the St. Louis County Municipal League.

Alderman Lintz

Alderman Garnholz introduced Bill No. 6591, to consider an ordinance to approve a settlement agreement with TracFone and assigning a portion of the settlement proceeds to the St. Louis County Municipal League to be read for the first time by title only. Alderman Boulton seconded.

City Attorney O’Keefe recommended amending the ordinance title text to include “…approving a settlement agreement…”

Alderman Garnholz moved to amend Bill No. 6591 to reflect in the ordinance title the text to include “…Approving a Settlement Agreement …” Alderman Boulton seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6591, an Ordinance Approving a Settlement Agreement with Tracfone and Assigning a Portion of the Settlement Proceeds to the St. Louis County Municipal League as amended for the first time by title only.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Alderman Garnholz moved that the Board give unanimous consent to consideration for adoption of Bill No. 6591 as amended on the day of its introduction. Alderman Boulton seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Alderman Garnholz introduced Bill No. 6591, to consider an ordinance to approve a settlement agreement with TracFone and assigning a portion of the settlement proceeds to the St. Louis County Municipal League as amended to be read for the second time by title only. Alderman Boulton seconded.

AN ORDINANCE TO CONSIDER AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE TECHNOLOGY SERVICES TO THE CITY OF BRENTWOOD

City Manager Owens reported that for your consideration is a contract for technology services to be provided by the City of Clayton to the City of Brentwood on a contract basis. Both cities have a history of formal and informal collaborative service delivery relationships with each other and

12-13-16 BOA Minutes December 13, 2016 Page 9 of 12 neighboring cities. A recent personnel change with the City of Brentwood opened a conversation and an opportunity for Clayton to extend the services it provides for technology services to the City of Brentwood operations. Clayton worked with the staff of Brentwood to gain a detailed understanding of current operations and future needs and expectations for information technology. Through thorough review and collaboration the service agreement before you was developed and mutually supported by the City Administrator of Brentwood and the City Manager of Clayton. The program that supports this agreement includes a staffing and management plan which will provide the required level of services Brentwood desires without diminishing the current level of services for Clayton. This will extend the service levels Clayton delivers to the operations of the City of Brentwood while at the same time offering benefits to Clayton in areas of redundancy, staff succession, and the ability to allocate greater resources to either city during peak needs. We have developed the attached agreement which outlines the services to be provided by Clayton and the cost to be paid by Brentwood. We have also budgeted a small contingency for unknown items which may come up throughout the year. The approval of this agreement will necessitate additional staffing and other support expenditures to support the plan, but which are recovered through this service agreement and the contract payments. Future budget adjustments to recognize this change in revenue and expenditure will be forthcoming. The City of Brentwood has approved first reading of the ordinance approving this contract at its December 5 meeting and anticipates adoption on December 19. Recommendation is to approve the ordinance authorizing the City Manager to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Brentwood for Clayton to provide technology services to Brentwood.

In response to Mayor Sanger’s question, City Manager Owens stated that the employees will increase from four to six.

Alderman Berger commented that he doesn’t know why the City is doing this and expressed his concerns that there is no valued for the City. He said that there are implementations of software in the “que” and other departments are looking at software packages and changes and we will be bringing on more people in order to service Brentwood.

Janet Watson along with Larry Cawvey, IT Manager addressed the Board stating that they have worked together evaluating the services at Brentwood and evaluates how it would affect the services here at Clayton. They believe that they will be able to provide those services to Brentwood at that level without affecting what is happening in Clayton. They do realize that there will be some “startup”, but do not believe it will affect any Clayton projects.

In response to Mayor Sanger’s comment, Janet Watson stated that it is very difficult to have a “ladder” for promotional opportunities. IT is an area that has frequent turnovers and they believe that this will provide a different “level” of employee and also a more “hands on deck” for issues that need to be addressed quickly.

Larry Cawvey agreed that “scale” is the biggest case, but another problem that they consistently run into is turnover. When that happens he usually takes on double the tasks during that time. With the additions it will bring stability to their department. Small municipalities such as Clayton and Brentwood have a hard time keeping up with the changes in technology and the level of staff required to support that level of technology. For example, small municipalities get small IT departments which are affordable, but in reality they are using a lot of professional services to backfill all of the tasks that an employee for the city cannot do. He feels the benefit is the

12-13-16 BOA Minutes December 13, 2016 Page 10 of 12 stability of the department, more staff, and more knowledge to be able to handle different projects and not rely as much on professional services. The length of the contract is three years.

Mayor Sanger commented that he is supportive and that the staff has worked very hard to pair the numbers to the point to where we are as efficient as possible and would hate for the three years to go by and Brentwood decides to say “never mind” and therefore Clayton has the same number of people and wanted us to keep that in mind. He does feel that this is a good indication of cooperation between communities as well.

Janet Watson stated that she feels it is a good step towards economies of scale and in a long- term atmosphere and environment she feels it could end up with large economies of scale.

In response to Alderman Lintz’s question regarding Brentwood’s systems, Janet Watson stated that as far as the systems it would be a long-term decision to join systems. Larry Cawvey added that infrastructure and the city’s support system will be used to monitor the networks, devices, help desk services which they would strive to bring them on to a common platform. As far as departmental systems, i.e. Planning, Public Works, and Parks and Recreation, he does not see them standardized, and would probably be the next steps down the road. Janet Watson added that they have done a thorough evaluation of the systems currently used. She added that Brentwood will be covering the costs, 1/3, of the added staff.

Alderman Boulton commented that she would imagine that as they update their systems there would be an opportunity for them to use the same or similar systems as Clayton.

In response to Aldermen Lintz’s question, Larry Cawvey stated that they are putting in place a new time tracking system in order to track the hours (projects, etc.) of each employee in order to document projects (city, projects, and specific tasks) and is also part of the agreement.

Alderman Garnholz introduced Bill No. 6592, to consider an ordinance to approve a contract agreement for the Brentwood Technology Services project to be read for the first time by title only. Alderman Boulton seconded.

City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6592, an Ordinance Authorizing the City Manager to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Brentwood for the City of Clayton to Provide Technology Services to the City Of Brentwood for the first time by title only.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Alderman Garnholz moved that the Board give unanimous consent to consideration for adoption of Bill No. 6592 on the day of its introduction. Alderman Boulton seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Alderman Garnholz introduced Bill No. 6592, to consider an ordinance to approve a contract agreement for the Brentwood Technology Services project to be read for the second time by title only. Alderman Boulton seconded.

12-13-16 BOA Minutes December 13, 2016 Page 11 of 12 Alderman Garnholz – Aye; Alderman Boulton – Aye; Alderman Berger – Aye; Alderman Lintz – Aye; Alderman Berkowitz – Aye; and Mayor Sanger – Aye. The bill was adopted and became Ordinance No. 6461 of the City of Clayton.

A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE AN UPDATED PROJECT LIST FOR THE CLAYTON CENTURY FOUNDATION

City Manager Owens reported that as previously discussed at the November 18 meeting with the Board of Aldermen we are returning to the Board of Aldermen to update the approved project list for the purpose of fundraising by the Clayton Century Foundation. Recommendation is to approve the resolution.

Alderman Berger asked for a clarification on the item, “expansion of greenspace.”

Patty DeForrest explained that there was no specifics on this statement, but she wanted to include it since it was a subject that was listed.

Alderman Garnholz moves to approve Resolution No. 16-23, an updated project list for the Clayton Century Foundation. Alderman Boulton seconded.

The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.

Other

Alderman Garnholz reported on the following:  Congratulations to the Police Department staff with regard to two recent crimes involving guns.  Parks and Recreation Commission - The Center of Clayton is installing some new equipment. - Discussed the ice rink consultant contract. - The Chapman Plaza utility placement is complete. Project is expected to be finished by August 2017. - A grant application has been approved for Shaw Park Fields 5 and 6. - MSD is completing its work at Oak Knoll Park. - The Snowman Skate event was held last Friday.  Municipal League of Metro St. Louis - The Committee on studying an expansion of St. Louis County’s border to include St. Louis City is scheduled to meet with Mayor Slay next week. - The Committee will also be meeting next week with Tom Curran, Assistant to the County Executive.

Alderman Boulton reported on the following:  Plan Commission/ARB – met last week with Centene on the agenda. The next meeting will be moved backed to City Hall due to a small, approximately 50 people, in attendance.  The Board will be receiving a report from Patty DeForrest on senior services and the Public Art Master Plan update.  Toured the “plans” for Concordia Seminary Library.

Alderman Berger reported on the following:  The CRSWC Finance Committee met and the capital plan is progressing.  The annual Polo Neighborhood meeting was held and the main topics were crime and Missouri American Water issues.

12-13-16 BOA Minutes December 13, 2016 Page 12 of 12  Complimented Andrea Muskopf for the survey preparation work for the Clayshire neighborhood.

Alderman Lintz thanked the Public works staff for the leaf collection.

Alderman Berkowitz reported on the following:  CRSWC – complimented Alderman Berger in doing a great job leading the group.  Good discussion at the recent City/School District Breakfast meeting.

City Manager Owens introduced Andrea Muskopf, Assistant to the City Manager.

Mayor Sanger reported on the following:  Visited the Glow event at the Missouri Botanical Gardens – awesome displays.  St. Louis Art Fair delivered the Art Fair prints to the Board.

City Manager Owens reported that he has met with staff and City Attorney O’Keefe with regard to planning to be in compliance with the State on court regulations.

There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:32 p.m.

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