RECORD OF PROCEEDING
Meeting of the Board of Aldermen of the City of Clarkson Valley, December 3, 2024
Mayor McNamara called the meeting to order.
A roll call for the meeting was taken with the following result:
ATTENDANCE
Present – Mayor Sue McNamara
Absent – Alderman Andrew Low, Ward 1
Present – Alderman Jeff Schweig, Ward 1
Present – Alderman Honora Schiller, Ward 2
Present – Alderman Brock MacDonald, Ward 2 (Virtual)
Present – Alderman Lin Midyett, Ward 3 (Virtual)
Present – Alderman Gregg Bogosian, Ward 3
The City Clerk, Michele McMahon, announced that a quorum was met.
ALSO IN ATTENDANCE
City Attorney: Patrick Butler (Virtual)
City Clerk: Michele McMahon
Building Commissioner: Brad Holmes
Assistant City Clerk: Andrea Burns
Mayor McNamara led everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor McNamara announced there will not be a Closed Meeting tonight.
AGENDA APPROVAL
Alderman Bogosian made a motion to approve and accept the minutes as posted. Alderman Schweig seconded the motion. A voice vote was taken, which resulted in a unanimous affirmative result. The motion was declared as passed.
ACCEPTANCE OF MINUTES
Alderman Honora made a motion to waive the reading and accept the November 2024 Regular BOA Meeting Minutes. Alderman Bogosian seconded the motion. A voice vote was taken, which resulted in a unanimous affirmative result. The motion was declared as passed.
REMARKS, PETITIONS AND COMPLAINTS
There were no remarks, petitions, or complaints.
REPORTS
Chesterfield Police Report:
Mayor McNamara reviewed the Police Report.
Mayor’s Report:
Financial Overview:
Investment Account Total – $1,930,414.00
Total Value of Money Market – $216,031.00
Total Income YTD since Jan. 1, 2024 – $86,230.00
Court Revenue for last month – $5,258.34
Projects in Progress: An ad will be posted for the City Clerk/Administrator position.
John Marino, an Employment and Labor Law Attorney at McMahon Berger will introduce himself to the Board under Unfinished Business.
The mayor met with Mayor Tim Thurston, Green Park’s Mayor who recently hired a City Clerk/Administrator and was able to share insight on the process.
The mayor will attend the Lafayette Area Mayor’s Organization, (LAMO) Holiday meeting held on 12/13/25 at Forest Hills (Clarkson Valley hosted 2018).
The Building Commissioner prepared the Annual Permit Report, and a copy has been placed in the binders for the Boards review.
Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has suspended additional installation of the Bump-Outs. The mayor requested that any known bump-out related accidents be communicated to City Hall.
Per the auditors request the Board will amend the budget next month for two adjustments, Professional Fees, and Lateral Sewer Fund.
Aldermanic Reports:
Alderman Schweig stated the solution for the reoccurring sewer odors in the subdivision is status quo.
City Attorney Report:
The City Attorney, Patrick Butler had nothing to report.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
BILL NO. 0552: AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT FOR LEGAL SERVICES WITH SPECIAL COUNSEL AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE SAME ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF CLARKSON VALLEY, ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MISSOURI
John Marino, an Employment and Labor Law Attorney, introduced himself and described how his services would benefit the city. Mayor McNamara called for a motion to discuss and pass Bill 0552. The City Clerk read the bill the first time and discussion ensued. Alderman Schweig made a motion to pass Bill No. 0552, Alderman Midyett seconded the motion. The City Clerk read the Bill for a second time. Roll call was taken with the following results: Aye: MacDonald, Bogosian, Schweig, Midyett, Schiller. Absent: Low. Mayor McNamara declared the Bill as passed.
Discuss Duration for Parking Commercial Vehicles:
A discussion ensued regarding the establishment of a city code relating to parking Commercial Vehicles outside of a garage on residential property. The discussion focused on the wording of the code; “visible from street” vs. “visible to neighbors”. After an extensive debate Alderman Schiller asked to table the discussion.
RESOLUTION NO. 24-09: RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF CLARKSON VALLEY APPROVING THE DISTRIBUTION OF AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT (“ARPA”) FUNDS TO THE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION OF KEHRS MILL TRAILS (“KEHRS MILL TRAILS”)
The City Clerk read the Resolution for the first time. Alderman Bogosian made the motion to approve Resolution No. 24-09. Alderman Schiller seconded the motion. The City Clerk read the Resolution for a second time. Mayor McNamara called for a roll call with the following results: Aye: Schiller, Midyett, Schweig, Bogosian, MacDonald. Absent: Low. Mayor McNamara declared Resolution 24-09 as passed.
RESOLUTION NO. 24-10: RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE CITY OF CLARKSON VALLEY APPROVING THE DISTRIBUTION OF AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT (“ARPA”) FUNDS TO THE CITY OF CLARKSON VALLEY FOR CITY HALL IMPROVEMENTS (“CITY HALL IMPROVEMENTS”)
The City Clerk read the Resolution for the first time. Alderman Bogosian made the motion to approve Resolution No. 24-10. Alderman Midyett seconded the motion. The City Clerk read the Resolution for a second time. Mayor McNamara called for a roll call with the following results: Aye: Schweig, Midyett, Schiller, Bogosian, MacDonald. Absent: Low. Mayor McNamara declared Resolution 24-10 as passed.
Discuss Absolute Computer Solutions Revised Quote:
Mayor McNamara stated there are two changes on the quote from Absolute Computer; one the total amount of the contract increased $2,200 due to a filing discrepancy and second a 25% down payment. Alderman Bogosian moved to accept the revised bid. Alderman Schweig seconded the motion. Mayor McNamara called for a voice vote, which resulted in a unanimous affirmative result. The motion was declared as passed.
NEW BUSINESS
Ad for City Clerk/Administrator Position:
Alderman Bogosian suggested the HR Committee create the job posting and post it where necessary.
BILL No. 0553: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF CLARKSON VALLEY, MISSOURI, IN TITLE I: GOVERNMENT CODE, CHAPTER 110, BY DELETING SECTION 110.190 REGULAR MEETINGS AND ADDING A NEW SECTION 110.190 REGULAR MEETINGS.
Mayor McNamara stated that the City Attorney is only available on Mondays and Wednesdays after the first Tuesday of the month, and not available the second Tuesday of the month. After further discussion and lack of interest the issue failed to gain support from the members.
Discuss Shredding and Electronics Recycling Event – Grant Opportunity:
Mayor McNamara revisited the grant opportunity to host a shredding and electronics recycling event for the residents. Alderman Schiller and MacDonald expressed opposition to the event and no further discussion was had.
AUDIT:
Alderman Schweig made a motion to accept the audit as presented. Alderman Bogosian seconded the motion. A voice vote was taken, which resulted in a unanimous affirmative result. The motion was declared as passed.
MISCELLANEOUS
None
ADJOURN
Alderman Bogosian made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Alderman Schweig seconded the motion. A voice vote was taken, which resulted in a unanimous affirmative result. The motion was declared as passed. The Regular Meeting of the Board of Aldermen adjourned at 7:55 p.m.
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Sue McNamara, Mayor
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ATTEST: Andrea Burns, Assistant City Clerk