October 25, 2022 — Agenda
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CITY OF CLAYTON BOARD OF ALDERMEN DISCUSSION SESSION – 6:30 P.M. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2022 CLAYTON, MO 63105
1. Sustainability
Subject to a motion duly made in open session and a roll call vote pursuant to Section 610.022 the Board of Aldermen may also hold a closed meeting, with a closed vote and record for one or more of the reasons as authorized by Section 610.021(1), (2) and (3) Revised Statutes of Missouri, relating to legal issues, real estate and/or personnel, negotiation of a contract pursuant to Section 610.021(12) RSMO., proprietary information pursuant to Section 610.021(15), and/or information related to public safety and security measures pursuant to Section 610.021(18) and (19) RSMO. ____________________________________________________________________________
CITY OF CLAYTON BOARD OF ALDERMEN TUESDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2022 CITY HALL, 10 N. BEMISTON AVENUE CLAYTON, MO 63105 7:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL
MINUTES – October 11, 2022
PUBLIC REQUESTS & PETITIONS
CITY MANAGER REPORT
1. Ordinance – To approve adopting the 2021 International Building, Mechanical, Plumbing, Residential, Energy Conservation and Fuel Gas Codes, with amendments. 1st Reading. (Bill No. 6919)
1 2. Ordinance – To approve adopting the 2021 International Fire Code (IFC) – 1st Reading. (Bill No. 6920)
3. Ordinance – Oak Knoll Park picnic shelter. (Bill No. 6921)
4. Ordinance – Shaw Park Tree Top Playground surface replacement. (Bill No. 6922)
5. Resolution – Agreement to purchase Zoll Cardiac Monitors and associated equipment. (Res. No. 2022-22)
6. Motion – Boards and Commissions appointment to the Sustainability Committee and appointment of a chairman.
7. Motion – 2023 Board of Aldermen meeting schedule.
EXECUTIVE SESSION 1. Section 610.021(1), (2) and (3) Revised Statutes of Missouri, relating to legal issues.
The Board of Aldermen may also hold a closed meeting, with a closed vote and record for one or more of the reasons as authorized by Section 610.021(1), (2) and (3) Revised Statutes of Missouri, relating to legal issues, real estate and/or personnel, negotiation of a contract pursuant to Section 610.021 (9)(12) RSMO., proprietary information pursuant to Section 610.021(15), and/or information related to public safety and security measures pursuant to Section 610.021(18) and (19) RSMO.
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2 THE CITY OF CLAYTON
Board of Aldermen In-Person and Virtual Meeting October 11, 2022 7:07 p.m.
Minutes
The meeting was open to individuals to attend in-person and/or virtually via Zoom.
Mayor Harris called the meeting to order and requested a roll call. The following individuals were in attendance:
In-person: Rich Lintz, Bridget McAndrew, Susan Buse, Becky Patel, Gary Feder, Mayor Harris, and City Attorney O’Keefe
Staff: City Manager Gipson, City Clerk Frazier, and Andrea Muskopf, Assistant City Manager
Virtually: Aldermen Berkowitz
Motion made by Alderman McAndrew to approve the September 27, 2022, minutes. Alderman Lintz seconded.
Motion to approve the minutes passed unanimously on a voice vote.
PUBLIC REQUESTS AND PETITIONS
None
A PUBLIC HEARING AND A RESOLUTION FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A SECOND UNIT LOCATED AT 8131 WESTMORELAND AVENUE
Mayor Harris opened the public hearing and requested proof of publication.
City Manager Gipson reported that this is a public hearing and subsequent resolution to consider granting a conditional use permit to Anthony and Sherri Webb, owners of 8131 Westmoreland Avenue, to allow for the construction of a 400 square foot detached second living unit. The property has a zoning designation of R-2 Single-Family Dwelling District located in the Clayton Gardens Urban Design District. The Plan Commission and Architectural Review Board considered the applications and associated architectural plans for the project on September 19, 2022, and recommended approval of the CUP and approved the architectural plans.
Tony Webb, owner, was in attendance and addressed the Board to answer questions.
Mayor Harris closed the public hearing.
Motion made by Alderman Lintz to approve a conditional use permit for 8131 Westmoreland Avenue to allow for a second unit. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
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3 A MOTION FOR A LIQUOR LICENSE FOR MIDAS HOSPITALITY, LLC LOCATED AT 8125 FORSYTH BOULEVARD
City Manager Gipson reported that Midas Hospitality, LLC is requesting a liquor license to sell all kinds of intoxicating liquor at retail by the drink, including Sundays, at 8125 Forsyth Boulevard.
David Robert, CEO, Midas Hospitality, was in attendance to answer questions.
Motion made Alderman Lintz to approve a liquor license for Midas Hospitality located at 8125 Forsyth Boulevard. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
AN ORDINANCE TO CONSIDER AMENDING A SPECIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT SUBDISTRICT PLAN FOR THE PROPERTY ADDRESSED 8125 FORSYTH BOULEVARD TO MODIFY THE STREETSCAPE AND PLANTING PLAN
City Manager Gipson reported that the Board of Aldermen held a public hearing and a first reading of the ordinance on September 27, 2022. During the meeting, the Board requested that staff investigate the possibility of adding hanging planter baskets to the streetlight poles along the front of the development. Staff has reviewed the type and strength of the existing streetlight poles for this section of Forsyth Boulevard and determined that each pole could support a maximum of one hanging basket. Staff also notes that the addition of hanging baskets may limit the ability to also install banners on the poles. The streetscape for the subject property calls for six streetlights. Matt Malik, Director of Public Works and Anna Krane were present to answer questions.
David Robert, CEO, Midas Hospitality, addressed the Board to answer questions.
Anna Krane, Director of Planning, attended virtually to answer questions.
Matt Malick, Director of Public Works, attended virtually to answer questions.
Hank Winkelman, citizen, attended (virtually) stating his concerns regarding maintaining and creating a continuity of the streetscape.
Motion made by Alderman Lintz to amend Section 1B by adding an additional condition, No. 9 - the applicant shall install and annually plant a City standard hanging flower basket on the street light locations as determined by the City. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
Alderman Lintz introduced Bill No. 6914, an ordinance to approve an amendment to the Special Development District Subdistrict Plan for 8126 Forsyth Boulevard and repealing Ord. No. 6667 and any other conflicting ordinances to be read for the first time. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6914, second reading, as amended, an Ordinance Approving an Amended Subdistrict Development Plan for Subdistrict/Phase 5 of the
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4 Forsyth Center Special Development District, Repealing Conflicting Ordinances, and Other Actions Related 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. 6776 of the City of Clayton.
AN ORDINANCE FOR A CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYEE COMPENSATION AND CLASSIFICATION CONSULTING SERVICES
City Manager Gipson reported that every four to five years, the City of Clayton (City) contracts with a qualified consultant to assist the organization in evaluating its overall employee compensation, benefits and pay structure as compared to the market, perform a job audit and analysis for each full-time position to determine appropriate classification, and update job descriptions. The last compensation review and update was conducted in 2019 and the last comprehensive study was conducted in 2015.
In July 2022, the city issued a Request for Proposal for Compensation and Classification Consulting Services to be conducted during Fiscal Year 2023 with anticipated implementation in Fiscal Year 2024. The city received five proposals with costs ranging from $42,650-$117,500. after thorough review, McGrath Consulting Group, Inc. was selected as the successful proposal. The estimated cost of the project is $42,650.
Alderman Lintz introduced Bill No. 6918, to approve a contract for the FY2023 Compensation and Benefits Study to be read for the first time by title only. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6918, first reading, an Ordinance Approving a Contract for Employee Compensation and Classification Consulting Services 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. 6918 on the day of its introduction. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
The motion passed unanimously on a voice vote.
Alderman Lintz introduced Bill No. 6918, to approve a contract for the FY2023 Compensation and Benefits Study to be read for the second time by title only. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
City Attorney O’Keefe reads Bill No. 6918, second reading, an Ordinance Approving a Contract for Employee Compensation and Classification Consulting Services 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
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5 Feder – Aye; and Mayor Harris – Aye. The bill, having received majority approval was adopted and became Ordinance No. 6777 of the City of Clayton.
OTHER
Alderman Lintz reported on the following: • Sustainability Committee o Bill Chamberlain has resigned as chairman; Angela Flotkin resigned – Deb Grossman has been recommended for appointment to complete Ms. Flotkin’s term.
Alderman Berkowitz reported on the following: • MO Bill SB775 – expressed concerns and is interested in getting involved
Alderman McAndrew reported on the following: • Thanks to Anna Krane, Matt Malick, and City Manager Gipson on the work/time spent with Forsyth Development developer on a solution to the loss of the trees within their project. • Parks & Recreation Commission meeting – discussion on the Shaw Park Commons; a presentation was provided by Ted Spaid and Chris Chiveta.
Alderman Buse reported on the following: • Parks & Recreation Commission meeting o Clayton Equity Commission – looking at reviewing the language for “granny quarters” and provide an update of the review.
Alderman Patel reported on the following: • Clayton Community Foundation hosted an event and held a discussion on awareness about artwork on Wydown Boulevard • Attended a Great Rivers Greenway event - 20th Annual Mary Meachum Freedom Crossing Celebration
Alderman Feder reported on the following: • Chamber of Commerce Legislative Committee
Mayor Harris reported on the following: • Neighborhood meetings o N. Central hosted by Suzi Forsyth o Park Tower residents’ meeting o The Crescent residents’ meeting • Bemiston Place groundbreaking ceremony • Chief Rhodes has been deployed to Florida in wake of Hurricane Ian
Motion made by Alderman Lintz that the Board adjourn. Alderman Berkowitz seconded.
The meeting adjourned at 7:49 p.m.
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