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Meeting of the Board of Aldermen of the City of Clarkson Valley at City Hall (Clarkson Executive Center), May 4, 2021.
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The virtually-held meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. It was duly noted that in an attempt to be as open and transparent as possible, the May 2021 Regular Meeting of the Board of Aldermen was made available virtually to all citizens.
The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance and was called to order at 6:30 p.m. A roll call was taken with the following result:
PRESENT
Mayor Scott Douglass
Alderperson Jim Meyer Ward 1
Alderperson Sue McNamara Ward 1
Alderperson Honora Schiller Ward 2
Alderperson Julie Blanner Ward 2
Alderperson Scott Schultz Ward 3
Alderperson Lin Midyett Ward 3
ABSENT
Also in Attendance:
City Attorney: Patrick Butler
City Clerk: Michele McMahon
Alderpersons Meyer, Schiller and Schultz took the oath of office and received hearty congratulations for their re-election!
Alderperson Schultz made a motion to accept the Minutes from the April 6 meeting. Alderperson Meyer seconded the motion. A voice vote was taken to accept the Minutes with an affirmative result and the motion was declared passed.
REMARKS, PETITIONS AND COMPLAINTS
There were no remarks, petitions or complaints.
REPORTS
Chesterfield Police Report
Lt. Connelly gave the April Police Report. He spoke about protestors as requested by Mayor Douglass along with updating the Board on car thefts and thefts from unlocked vehicles which continue to be down, as late. He also noted that our residents are getting better at closing their garage doors. He stated Forest Hills Club Estates installed cameras at the two subdivision entrances and said these cameras have the ability to read license plate numbers. Lastly, the Drug Take-Back collected over 50 lbs. at this event.
Mayor’s Report
Court Report: Mayor Douglass said the amount received in April 2021 for court receipts was $2,645.31.
Marijuana Update: Mayor Douglass mentioned that St. Louis County Council Member, Tim Fitch is no longer strictly against marijuana. He said he would like to discuss this with the Lafayette Mayors Group , however, in discussing this with our Prosecuting Attorney, Tim Englemeyer, our P.A. is concerned that not prosecuting those in possession of marijuana illegally could be a step towards more illegal drugs.
Trash Contract: He reported that we will be discussing the bids we’ve received later tonight and that we’ve been in communication with the various haulers this past month.
Bee Hives: Mayor Douglass said he would like to briefly discuss the issue of bee hives in our City and said he had three options he would like the Board to discuss. He began stating these options and some votes were taken, line-by-line for the points made within these options. However, Alderperson Meyer made a motion to eliminate any further discussion and to continue using the current ordinance. Alderperson Blanner seconded the motion. A roll call vote was taken on the motion with the following result: Ayes: Blanner, McNamara, Meyer, Midyett, and Schultz. Nays: Schiller. Mayor Douglass declared the motion as having passed and we will continue using the current, existing code regarding bees.
Alderpersons’ Reports
There were no reports.
City Attorney’s Report
There was no report.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no unfinished business.
NEW BUSINESS
President of the Board of Aldermen: Alderperson McNamara made a motion to nominate Alderperson Scott Schultz as President of the Board, stating he did a very good job last year. Alderperson Midyett seconded the motion. A voice vote was taken with a unanimous affirmative result and Mayor Douglass declared it approved and passed. Mayor Douglass declared Alderperson Schultz as the Board President and everyone thanked and congratulated him.
Approval of Appointments: Mayor Douglass referred to the Appointment Schedule placed in their packets. Alderperson Meyer made a motion to approve the appointments as stated on the Agenda, seconded by Alderperson Midyett. These include: Planning and Zoning (1 year term) Honora Schiller and for Board of Adjustment (5 year term), we reappoint Jack Hauser. A voice vote was taken with a unanimous affirmative result and Mayor Douglass declared it approved and passed.
Alderperson Blanner made a motion to reappoint the City Clerk, Michele McMahon, seconded by Alderperson Meyer. A voice vote was taken with a unanimous affirmative result and Mayor Douglass declared it approved and passed.
BILL NO. 0501 – AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING REPUBLIC SERVICE’S PRICE QUOTED FOR RESIDENTIAL SOLID WASTE, RECYCLABLES, COMPOSTABLES AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO NEGOTIATE CONTRACT DETAILS ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF CLARKSON VALLEY, MISSOURI.
A motion was made by Alderperson Midyett to discuss and pass Bill No. 0501. Alderperson McNamara seconded the motion. The City Clerk read Bill No. 0501 for the first time. There was no discussion. The City Clerk read Bill No. 0501 the second time. A roll call vote was taken with the following results. Ayes: Blanner, McNamara, Meyer, Midyett, Schultz and Schiller. There were no Nays. Mayor Douglass declared Bill No. 0501 as having passed and is now Ordinance No. 21-05.
Amending the Raised Garden Ordinance to Include a Definition of Hoop Garden or Cloche Coverings: Mayor Douglass stated that in reviewing this amendment, he realized these coverings were for the winter months only and were strictly temporary. He said unless there is a Board Member that has concerns about this, we are recommending that we do not regulate this at this time. There were no comment or concerns and Bill No. 0503 died for the lack of a motion.
Request for Pyrotechnic Display: Alderperson Schultz made a motion to allow Forest Hills Club Estates to hold its annual fireworks display this 4th of July. Alderperson Meyer seconded the motion. A voice vote was taken with a unanimous affirmative result and the motion was declared passed.
BILL NO. 0503 – AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF CLARKSON VALLEY, MISSOURI, IN TITLE II: PUBLIC HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELFARE, CHAPTER 225: SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT, ARTICLE 1. TRASH COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL GENERALLY, AT SECTION 225.010 DEFINITIONS BY ADDING A NEW DEFINITION OF STREET FRONTAGE AND AMENDING THE DEFINITION OF STORAGE; AND AT SECTION 225.020 BY DELETING SECTION 225.020: STORAGE AND ADDING A NEW SECTION 225.020: STORAGE; AND BY DELETING SECTION 225.090 PENALTIES AND ADDING A NEW SECTION 225.090, PENALTIES.
A motion was made by Alderperson Schultz to discuss and pass Bill No. 0503. Alderperson Midyett seconded the motion. The City Clerk read Bill No. 0503 for the first time. Mayor Douglass said this Bill is in accordance to previous discussions regarding regulating storage and the penalties for violations. There was no further discussion. The City Clerk read Bill No. 0503 the second time. A roll call vote was taken with the following results. Ayes: Blanner, McNamara, Meyer, Midyett, Schultz and Schiller. There were no Nays. Mayor Douglass declared Bill No. 0503 as having passed and is now Ordinance No. 21-06.
Pickleball Courts: Mr. Damon Coulis asked for an update for the Special Use Permit issued to Forest Hills Country Club, saying the way things are going with construction the fence will not be installed by a proposed club event towards the end of May. Mayor Douglass said someone has to play pickleball in order to conduct the sound study. He further stated the Building Commissioner met with the grounds person at the club and is onboard with their timeline.
Snow Removal Reimbursement to Subdivisions: Alderperson Midyett made a motion to approve the inclusion of Snow Removal reimbursement (per the previously approved calculations made by the committee) on tonight’s Audit, seconded by Alderperson Schultz. A voice vote was taken with a unanimous affirmative result and the motion was declared as having passed.
Audit: Alderperson Schultz made a motion to approve payment of invoices, including Snow Removal reimbursement, for the total amount of $132,801.99, seconded by Alderperson Schiller. A voice vote was taken to approve the audit with a unanimous affirmative result and the motion was declared passed.
Alderperson Meyer made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Alderperson Midyett. A voice vote was taken with a unanimous affirmative result and the motion was declared passed. The meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.
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Scott Douglass, Mayor
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ATTEST: Michele McMahon, City Clerk