JENNENGS  Minutes of the City Council Regular Meeting Telemeeting Via Zoom Video November 22, 2021 Regular Council Meeting' 7:00 p.m.  Thet two thousand fourl hundred andt twenty-seventh: meetingo ofthe. Jennings City Council was held  on Monday, November 22, 2021, at7:00p.m. via Zoom Video.  A. PUBLIC HEARING  1. A PETITION FOR A ONE-TIME CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO A BEAUTY ACADEMY KNOWN AS HAIR RELICS ADVANCED ACADEMY OF BEAUTY & IMAGE, LLCAT1 1282 ST. CYR. RD. IN THE CITY OFJENNINGS, MISSOURI. No one spoke for or against the petition. Thej public hearing was closed at 7:01 p.m.  B. REGULAR MEETING  1. Call to Order Thei meeting was called to order at 7:02 p.m.  2. Roll Call  Council members present: Allan Stichnote, Yolonda Fountain Henderson, Terry Wilson, Jane Brown, Gary. Johnson, Rose Eichelberger, Lorraine Clower, and. Joseph Turner.  Council member(s) absent: none. 3. Approval of the Agenda  Also present: Mayor Yolanda Austin; Deletra Hudson, City Clerk; and Sam Alton, City Attorney. On the motion made by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilwoman Clower, the City  Council approved the agenda for the meeting. Alli in favor; none opposed. 4. Approval of the minutes from the Regular Meeting of October 25, 2021.  Ont thei motion madel by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilwoman! Brown, the City Council approved thei minutes from thel Regular Meeting ofOctober 25, 2021. All ini favor; none opposed. Councilwoman Eichelberger requested that the minutes be corrected to reflect that she will be going through Ward 3 block-by-block. Shel has yett to complete doing so as shown in the October Councilwoman Clower requested that the minutes reflect that the pothole on Harney Avenue that shel had reported to. Jim was denied by Mayor Austin. Mayor Austin stated that she did not deny thati request. Councilwoman Clower asked that the minutes bei reviewed where she denied iti in the past. She asked that the minutes reflect that she denied the request that Ward 4 funds had been Councilwoman Fountain Henderson requested that the 'Draft' stamp on the proposed minutes be C.PRESENTATION OF PETITIONERS, REMONSTRATIONS, COMPLAINTS, AND  25,2021 minutes onj page 7.  denied her.  lightened for better viewing. REQUESTS  Page1of11  Prepared byl Khianna Ward DeGarmo    1.1 Presentation Ordinance.)  2.C Comments by the public. (Please signi in. Comments arel limited to3 minutes. Seel Decorum Marietta Beck, 5426 Hodiamont Avenue, reported that not much had changed in Ward 4. She stated that there were more cars parking at 5446 Hodiamont Avenue than she reported at the last meeting, andi now commercial trucks havel been seen parking on the: street. Ms. Beck also reported that at 5458 Hodiamont Avenue, there were four (4) vehicles parked at the vacant property. Ms. Beck stated that the property on Garesche Avenue still has trash on the property. She commented thats she didi not understand howt the City could begin building a new City Center when Capt. Mann stated thatt the vehicle that was] parked on the property had been moved. Hei informed Ms. Beck that once the vehicle is moved, it resets the clock. Ifit was to be parked back on the property, the: reporting process would havet tol begin again. Capt. Mann promised that the property on Garesche Avenue with trash on its lawn would be monitored and he would follow up on the Schona McClellon, Director of Housing, stated that 5446 Hodiamont Avenue was in the system and! had been reported to the Policel Department. Shei informed Ms. Beck that the City would need an administrative warrant tol havet the vehicle removed. Schona reported that at 5458. Janet Avenue, witht the vehicle parked on thej property was onj private property and an administrative warrant was not applicable. Sam Alton, City Attorney, stated that the Prosecuting Attorney would have to approve the warrant, and the Judge could sign off on it. He informed the City Council that administrative warrants are typically used for more serious offenses, and in very rare cases they David Green, 8630 Clifton Avenue, requested that the City Council meetings return to in-person sessions. He informed the City Council that the. Jennings School District has resumed in-person meetings. He stated that his request was sO that senior residents would be able to attend. Mayor Austin stated thats she was still considering the COVID-19 case rates and must continue to observe social distancing. She stated that the Jennings School District meets in the gymnasium, whichi is much larger than City facilities. Mayor Austin stated that the City Council meetings could not be Kellye. Still, 2625Aviei Drive, reported that Aviel Drivel has become ai raceway for speeding drivers and semi-trailer trucks, who disregard the stop sign at Aviel Drive and Sunbury Avenue. She stated that when she called to report the issue to the Police Department, she was told that there was Capt. Mann stated that he was aware of the disregard of the speed limits by drivers, and iti is a safety issue when vehicles take offduring traffic stops. Hei informed Ms. Still those police officers are trained ini favor of preserving safety, they are not toj pursue vehicles that avoid being stopped. Mayor Austin asked Ms. Still when it occurred the most. Ms. Still said it happened most when children arel headingt tos school. Mayor Austini requested thati more] patrols happen int that area during thatt time. Capt. Mann clarified that no one fromt thel Policel Department would or should ever advise Mayor Austin asked if Avie Drive was on the speed bump list. Vinson Rhone, Public Works Foreman, informed! her that Aviel Drive wasi not ont thel list. Councilwoman Eichelberger stated that Jim was aware oft the issue when they spoke as Public Works was placing the barrier on Sunbury 3.Councilmember'si Reports (Reports are limited to 101 minutes. Seel Decorum Ordinance) Councilman Stichnote reported that he attended the Oak Street Health center ribbon-cutting ceremony onl November 1,2021. Thel health center had begun operations on November3. Hei reported aj pothole at St. Cyr Drive and Shannonaire Drive that the Public Works Department looked at, yet was not filled. Councilman Stichnote requested that another pothole be filled on  its current issues have yett tol be addressed.  vehicle issues onl Hodiamont Avenue.  are approved fort thei removal ofvehicles.  moved tot the Civic Center due tot thei recording purpose oft ther meeting.  nothing that could be done about the speeding drivers.  residents that there wasi nothing that could be done.  Avenue.  Page2of11  Prepared by Khianna Wardi DeGarmo    Sharidge Drive, that mayl have appeared due to work byl Missouri American Water Company that Councilman Stichnote: reported that on November 1, 2021, the lake atl Koeneman Park had been filled with trout. He informed the public that fishing trout is currently "catch and release" until Councilman Stichnote requested ai report from Capt. Mann. Capt. Mann reported that aggravated assault with a firearm was down 39 percent from the previous year, robbery with a firearm was down 22 percent, and burglary down 31 percent from thej previous year. Capt. Manni informed the public that as November approached, there will likely be more crime because kids were out of Councilman Stichnote reported that on the corner of Clifton Drive and McLaran Avenue, there werel larget trucks parked ont thes streett that! have moved from previously reported Janet Avenue. He Councilman Stichnote announced that the City's 75th Anniversary and Groundbreaking event Councilwoman Fountain Henderson stated that Missouri American Water Company did al lot of repairs on St. Cyr Drive. They were no longer doing work and she requested that they be Councilwoman: Fountain Henderson stated that the. Jennings School District had distributed over 100 turkeys during their giveaway, in conjunction with TIAA Bank. She stated that the Demetrious Johnson Foundation also hosted a turkey giveaway from his building. Councilwoman Fountain Henderson also reported that Lt. Col. Doyle distributed ten (10) turkeys, three of which went to Capt. Mann where Mayor Austin distributed these turkeys with Sher reported on' Tuesday, November 24, 2021, Urban League would be distributing turkeys from 1p.m.t to 3 p.m. She stated that to receive at turkey, thep public must prove residency with a utility Councilwoman Fountain Henderson requested advice on the properties 2525 Hord Avenue and 2504 Shannon Avenue, where vehicles parked on thel lot have been there for some time. She reported that at 2504 Shannon Avenue there was a white car parked on the front lawn. She also Councilwoman Fountain Henderson asked the public to spread awareness of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. She requested better communication with the residents about Councilwoman Fountain Henderson reported that there would be a memorial service for a Jennings student who passed away on December 5, 2021, at 10 a.m., at Jennings Senior High Councilwoman Fountain Henderson requested that the marquee on Lucas and Hunt Road be adjusted with better background color used toi make it easier for drivers to read. She stated that if the Jennings Civic Center could host Senior Bingo in person, then the City Council meetings could be hosted in person. She reminded the public that Jennings School District was out all week for the Thanksgiving holiday, sO they must drive safely. Councilwoman Fountain Henderson asked Capt. Mann if the police were issuing speeding tickets. Hes stated that Highway Safety Patrol wasi in. Jennings for two weeks, and their statistics would notl be reflected in the. Jennings Precinct statistics. He informed Councilwoman Fountain Henderson that they are continuing to attempt traffic stops and havel begun tracking traffic stops  has caused wear on the street. February 1,2022.  school, and] larceny tended to occur around thel holidays. stated that they were parked there int the evenings and on weekends. would take place at 2315 Ada Wortley Avenue. at 12p.m. contacted tol have the signs they posted removed.  Capt. Mann.  bill, photoi identification, and proof ofi income.  reported a vehiclej parked partially on and offal lot on Darnell Place.  the distribution oft the federal funds.  School.  where vehicles refuse tos stop.  Page 3of11  Prepared by Khianna Ward DeGarmo    Councilwoman Fountain Henderson asked how many Code Enforcement Inspectors the City had. She reported that 8325 Sumter Drive was no longer vacant, and she knew for a fact that Councilwoman! Fountain Henderson informed the City Council and thel Mayor that the feedback sher received from residents was thatt they wanted the ARPA funds tol be divided amongst wards, Councilwoman. Brown thanked the emergency management team that kept the City Council up to date regarding the fire that took] place at 8709. Xograph Avenue. She stated the situation was under careful management and Councilman Stichnote was a great addition for updating residents. She commended the team for their efforts. Councilwoman Brown thanked Lt. Jones Councilwoman Brown reported that she attended the Trunk or Treat on Sunday, October 31, 2021, which was a joyful event for the little people. She thanked the Youth Commission for Councilwoman Brownt thanked Capt. Mann for hosting anotheri informative Coffee with the Cops onl November 11, 2021, where they provided tips on how residents can assist and protect their Councilwoman Brown thanked Schona McClellon for suggesting the training oft the City's Code She reported that on Monday, November 29, 2021, Ward 2 would host their virtual town hall She reminded the public to remain vigilant concerning the COVID-19 virus, as case: rates may Councilman Wilson reported that he didj join the Jennings staff at the Oak Street Health center. Hes stated that access tol healthcare was so important and he was grateful to have the health center int the City ofJ Jennings. He stated thati it was the first sitel by the company that was locatedi inl North Councilman Wilson reported that North County Community Development also distributed turkeys to. Jennings and other North County communities. He stated that thei recreational center was started by family and financed by family, yeti now operates off donations that arei received from across St. Louis County. The work that was done by North County Community Development was tol benefit thel North County community, especially. Jennings. He was thankful that the organization made its Councilman Wilson reported that onl Monday, November 29, 2021, at 6:30 pm, Ward2 2 would host avirtual town hall meeting. He stated that the information shared at the town hall meeting would include updates from the Jennings School District Superintendent, and Lt. Jones will give an update ont the Xograph. Avenue warehouse fire site andj provide details regarding the future ofthe site. The town hall meeting would act as ai forum to discuss the use of the ARPA funds, and he welcomed other Jennings residents to join the discussion. Councilman Wilson stated that the council members have allocated approximately 30-35 minutes for feedback from residents. Councilman Wilson recognized the Youth Commission and Recreation Department for the Trunk or Treat event. He commented thati it was good tos see other council people make an appearance at Councilman Johnson reported that there was a Ward 3 meeting on November 13, 2021, held in-person and virtually. He stated that Capt. Mann and Dr. Paula Knight also attended the  there wasi noi inspection conducted for an Occupancy Permit.  demolished homes, and streets fixed.  and first responders for securing and boarding up the building.  planning the event. community.  Enforcement Inspectors. meeting at 6:30p p.m. rise during thel holiday season.  St. Louis County.  homei in. Jennings.  Information couldl be found on the City website and social media. the event. He would lovet to see more] participation in those events.  meeting.  Page 4of11  Prepared by Khianna Ward DeGarmo    He reported that he attended the Trunk n' Treat hosted at Gary Gore Community Center on Sunday, October 31, 2021. Councilman Johnson stated that there was a larger turn out of kids Councilman Johnson reported that hel had the opportunity to speak at Washington University to Councilman Johnson: reported thatl he attended thel November 4 Ward 41 town] hall meeting, where Councilman Johnson requested that public meeting notices go out earlier than 24 hours in advance, sO council members and the public could prepare or attend the meetings. Hei requested that every committee meeting invitation should be sent to all council members. Councilman Johnson also requested that the City Council meetings return toi in-person sessions. Hes statedt that hei requested att the October City Council meeting that aj police oversight committee bei formed, although there was a committee that discusses public safety. He reported that there was a Public Safety Committee meeting that was held and requested that the next meeting discussing public safety not be held at 1 p.m. Councilman Johnson commented that most members oft the public cannot attend at that time and there was no council representation at the Councilman Johnson stated that on the City's financial report, the Jennings Special Tax District received $34, which he believed should look more like $7,000 in revenue. He stated that there was no meeting with that committee in 2021 and requested a report regarding that tax revenue fund. Councilman Johnson suggested that the council members be invited to the meetings and Councilman Johnson asked if the forgivable loan terms that were discussed at the October Councilman Johnson: read aloud the City'sa audit financial statements. He expressed concern over the handling of federally awarded funds. He requested that the position of Finance Director be pursued harder and requested an additional human resources staff member bel hired part-time. Councilwoman. Eichelberger reported that the Ward 3 meeting was onl November 13, 2021, and thanked Capt. Mann andI Dr. Knight for their attendance. She statedt that Councilwoman Fountain Henderson also attended thej productive meeting. She stated that Capt. Mann shared information Councilwoman Eichelberger reported that the situations with rotting vegetation and tree limbs on Osborn Avenue were addressed without issue. She also reported that on the 7000 and 7100 blocks ofTheodore Avenue there arel houses with excessive amounts of furniture out front and trash across the lawn and curb. She stated that she attempted to stop by in that area, but a dangerous dog was roaming around. Councilwoman Eichelberger reached out to St. Louis County Animal Control, and they provided her a form that she shared: in the chat. Councilwoman Eichelberger requested an account of the City's combined revenue and expense Councilwoman Eichelberger announced that some dress attire items were donated for men, if anyone was in need to contact her. She stated that other donations are coming that must have Councilwoman Clower requested that the pothole on Helen Avenue and Harney Avenue be filled. Vince commented that he was waiting to hear back from Missouri American Water. She requested that thej pothole on Hodiamont Avenue with ai metal plate also be filled. Vince stated that he will be coordinating with the Building Department toi rectify that pothole. Councilwoman Clower requested that thet treel branches at a vacant property on Garesche. Avenue between Helen Avenue and Hodiamont Avenue be removed. Tree branches are there and the removal will help toj prevent trash dumping from continuing to occur. She asked wheret thel Public  thani inj previous years.  students and answer their questions about civic engagement. they heard great feedback about the ARPA funds.  last meeting.  asked who was on the committee.  meeting were: reviewed by Sam and ready to be reported on.  regarding the Ring security camera program.  reports.  spacei made for.  Page 5of11  Prepared. by Khianna Ward DeGarmo    Works Department was on cutting grass in Ward 41 because shel heard that they would not be getting tot the ward until January 2022. Vince said they were: in Ward 1 that day. Thej properties Councilwoman Clower reported that shel had signs made regarding the trash dumping and they will be posted. She also reported that there were homes that were purchased on Hodiamont Councilwoman Clower reported that there was a Ward 4 town hall meeting on November 4, 2021. Councilwoman Fountain Henderson and Councilman Johnson joined the meeting. The meeting discussed the $2.4 million ofARPA funds and the: survey. Shes stated that residents were displeased that money would not be returned to the ward to be used for demolition and grass Councilwoman Clower stated that the City of. Jennings was a third-class city. She stated that according to states statutes, the mayor only votes when there was a tie at City Council meetings. She asked whyt the survey: regarding the ARPA funds was distributed when the City Council was not consulted about the survey. Councilwoman Clower requested that there be aj public hearing Councilman Turner reported that] he attended thei ribbon-cutting ceremony at Oak Street Health center. He stated that the healthcare establishment coming to. Jennings was a sign that progress was happening. He commented that the City's purpose was to care for its residents and that it Councilman Turner shared a quote from The Strangest Secret by Earl Nightingale. He encouraged residents to think about what they desired to see ini their community. Sam Alton addressed the comment made by Councilwoman Clower that the. ARPA survey must come to the City Council. He informed the City Council that the mayor is thej presiding officer according to the. Jennings Code of Ordinances. The mayor is not obligated, under that code or the third-class statutes, to consult with the City Council regarding asking for resident feedback. Mayor Austin thanked the City department heads. She stated that the human resources staffh have been working diligently to post job openings and that they were being circulated in many Mayor Austin congratulated Deletra Hudson, City Clerk, for her certification as a Missouri Mayor Austin shared that senior resident, Howard Shelton, was killed in a hit and run on Halls Ferry Road and Shadydale Drive. Shei reminded the public tos slow down when driving. Mayor. Austin stated that as Councilman Stichnote mentioned, there were 2,400 trout depositedi in thel lake at Koeneman Park on November 4, 2021. She spoke with a fisherman who came from Hillsboro to visit the park. Mayor Austin stated that people come from all over Missouri to fish at Mayor Austin announced that Oak Street Health center was proud to be in the City of Jennings Mayor Austin stated the Recreation Department hosts the Neighborhood Watch meetings and the Recreation Department team does assist senior residents with registering and signing on the Zoom meetings online or to help them join via telephone. Mayor Austin thanked Willie and the Recreation Department for assisting thes senior residents. Mayor Austin also reminded thej public that Verna Charles, Mayor's Assistant, was also available tol help the public join the meetings. Mayor Austin reported that thet total. ARPA funds are $2,684,535.12 that has been allocated tot the City and the City Council has been aware oft thee estimated amount tol bei received since April 2021.  ont the 54001 block ofH Helen. Avenue were set tol be cut that week.  Avenue that need tol be inspected, have vehicles parking on their lawns.  cutting.  held regarding the use ofthe ARPA funds.  was easy to get caught up in other things going on.  3. MAYOR'S REPORT  newspapers and shared on social media.  Registered City Clerk.  Koeneman Park.  andt tol be serving the North County area.  Page 6of11  Prepared by Khianna Ward DeGarmo    Mayor Austin stated that there havel been emails going out to City Council members and there have been opportunities for meetings with their ward residents. She stated that the City Council hadr receivedi ini moret than one email, thei information ofwhat the funds could be used on ands some oft thes suggestions received arei not aj part oft the federal guidelines. Thus far, the City of Jennings She thanked the multiple organizations for their donations for Thanksgiving, and the Jennings School District for providing food boxes to the community. Mayor Austin also thanked the Urban League for food boxes, North County Community Development for distributing turkeys, and Mayor Austin also thanked the emergency management team, Councilman and Mayor Pro Tem Terry Wilson, City Clerk, Police Department, and Fire Department for coming together. She announced that the City completed its application for the Brownfield Grant in August 2021 for funding to clean upt thes site. In September 2021, the City received approval fort the cleanup ofitems in the building. Mayor Austin reported that fencing was placed in the front and back of the property, and security and police officers were patrolling the areat tol keep: folks out oft thel building. Mayor Austin thanked Willie and thel Recreation Department staff for the vaccine and COVID-19 vaccinel booster clinic from' Visionary Vaccination & Health Services and St. Louis County, which was open to1 residents and City staff, and St. Peters Church for providing flus shots. Mayor Austin will continue to ask the public to check the City website for updates at ww.cipofieminuson She stated that there was a cell phone line implemented and an email address toi report dumping and suspicious activity. Mayor Austin thanked Capt. Mann for creating the community Ring security camera program. She explained how the program worked. To register, a form must be completed and given to Verna Charles, who will ensure Capt. Mann Mayor Austin stated thats she had noj problem with hearing concerns oft the residents of. Jennings, that's how the City willl know how to do better. She stated that there are many avenues to come  has received $1,470,512.35.  Moses Dixon] Lodge #187 for distributing turkeys.  receives the: registration forms.  together ands spread the word to make. Jennings al better place. D.MONTHLYI DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS  Mayor Austin recommended that City Council members contact the department heads regardinga report before a council meetingi ift they have any questions regarding a department report. Ont thei motion madel by Councilwoman Brown, secondedl by Councilman Wilson, the City Council approved thei monthly department: reports. Councilwoman, Eichelberger abstained; Councilwoman Councilman Johnson stated that he would contact the department head. He asked who was responsible for creating the Economic Development and Zoning Reports. Kellie Shelton, Economic Development Coordinator, stated that she prepared the report and received feedback from the Building Department and Economic Development Consultant. Councilman Johnson asked if she was involved in all processes of economic development projects in the City of  Fountain Henderson opposed.  Jennings. Shes stated that she was: not always included in all projects. Councilwoman, Fountain Henderson requested al hard copy of thej packet.  On the following roll call voting in favor: Allan Stichnote, Terry Wilson, Jane Brown, Joseph Turner; Rose Eichelberger, Gary Johnson, Lorraine Clower abstained; Yolonda Fountain  Henderson opposed. Thei motion passed. E.) REPORTS OF COMMITTEES  1. Ways and. Means & Public Safety Committee Councilman Wilson reported that there wasa meeting on' Wednesday, November 10, 2021, at4 4:30j pm. The committee discussed thei report from thel Public Safety Director, Lt. Pervis Jones, on the Xograph Warehouse fire and the security of thel building. The committee discussed the approval oft the Code Enforcement Inspector contract,  Page7of11  Prepared by Khianna Ward DeGarmo    which would be on the agenda for approval from the City Council that evening.  2. Public Works & Building Committee - Councilwoman Clower reported that there was a meeting on Wednesday, November 17, 2021. She stated that the committee entertained an open discussion ofs speed bumps and resident complaints of too many speed bumps on Cozens Avenue. The committeei requested a survey be completed for speed bumps and discussed potential damage to the street in removing the speed bumps. The committee will explore possible solutions that would need the number of speed bumps tol be discussed for removal. The committee resolved to The committee discussed the community garden and spreading the word through avenues like the City newsletter. Councilwoman Clower stated that the contracting of grass cutting services was also discussed and an action plan requested for the lots in multiple wards to be addressed. The committee discussed the Building Department procedure. The committee also discussed tree limb 3. Parks & Recreation Committee - Councilman Stichnote reported that there was noi meeting. 4. Policy and Ordinance Committee Councilman Turner reported that there was a meeting on Wednesday, November 10, 2021, at 5:01 p.m. The committee discussed the COVID-19 and face- covering ordinance adopting the staff policy to the City Council for approval. The committee discussed the approval of the City Pandemic Preparedness Policy tot the City Council for approval. 5. Municipal League- - Councilman Wilson reported that there was a Board ofl Directors meeting discussing the St. Louis County Use Tax, which was previously voted on three years ago. He commented thatt there was a common: misunderstanding of the Use' Tax. He explained the meaning ofthet tax whichi referred to online purchases made within specific municipalities. He stated that it was in the City's besti interest, and it should be considered to be on the ballot again. Councilman Wilson stated the close of candidate filing and proposition filing was December 28, 2021. He 6. Planning Commission - Councilman Johnson reported that there was ai meeting on' Thursday, November 4, 2021. The commission discussed the conditional use permit application for Hair  return tot the nexti meeting with al list of speed bumps to request removal of.  pick-up.  Councilman Turner stated that thei meeting was adjourned at 5:21 p.m.  invited the City Council to attend the next Executive Board meeting.  Relics Academy, which was approved andi recommended to the City Council.  7. Economic Development. Board- -There wasi no meeting. 8. Youth Commission - Report provided. 9.Senior Commission - Report provided. F.LEGAL: BUSINESS (Proposed Ordinances)  1.  AN ORDINANCE OF' THE CITY OF JENNINGS, MISSOURI, APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND GRANTING SAME TO GENECA GOLDSBY TO OPERATE A BEAUTY ACADEMY KNOWN AS HAIR RELICS ADVANCED ACADEMY OF BEAUTY & IMAGE, LLC AT 1282 ST. CYRI RD.IN On the motion for the first reading made by Councilwoman Fountain Henderson, seconded by Councilman Wilson for Bill #2671. Sam didt the firsti reading ofthe ordinance. On thei motion made by Councilwoman Fountain Henderson, seconded by Councilman Wilson for the second reading. Billf #2671 became Ordinance #26081 byt the following roll call vote oft the councilmembers, voting in favor: Allan Stichnote, Yolonda Fountain Henderson, Jane Brown, Terry Wilson, Rose Eichelberger, Gary Johnson, Joseph Turner, and Lorraine Clower; none absent nor opposing. 2. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JENNINGS, MISSOURI, ADOPTING AND ENACTING THE MECHANICAL (ELEVATORS AND CONVEYOR  THE CITY OF JENNINGS, MISSOURI.  Sam didt the second reading of the ordinance.  Page 8of11  Prepared by Khianna Ward DeGarmo    SYSTEMS. AND AMUSEMENT RIDES ONLY). ANDI EXPLOSIVES CODES OF ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MISSOURI AS AMENDED AS THE MECHANICAL (ELEVATORS AND CONVEYOR SYSTEMS AND AMUSEMENT RIDES ONLY) ANDI EXPLOSIVES CODES OF THE CITY OF. JENNINGS, MISSOURI. On the motion for the first reading made by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilwoman Bichelberger for Bill #2672. Sam didt the first reading of the ordinance. Councilwoman Fountain) Henderson asked what the ordinance referred to. Mayor Austin clarified that the ordinance referred to1 machinery liket the elevators in senior homes. On the motion made by Councilwoman Brown, seconded by Councilman Wilson for the second Bill #26721 became Ordinance #26091 by the: following roll call vote of the councilmembers, voting in favor: Allan Stichnote, Yolonda Fountain Henderson, Jane Brown, Terry Wilson, Rose Eichelberger, Gary. Johnson, Joseph Turner, and Lorraine Clower; none absent nor opposing. 3. ANORDINANCE: OFTHE CITY OFJENNINGS, MISSOURI, ADOPTINGA POLICY REQUIRING EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF JENNINGS TO BE On the motion for the first reading made by Councilwoman Brown, seconded by Councilwoman Councilman Johnson suggested that the City was targeting unvaccinated staff members. Deletra informed him that the reason for the policy was due to advisement from the City's insurance brokers that the lack ofpolicy could affect the City's coverage andi insurance: rates. Councilwoman Fountain Henderson stated that the way the policy was read was as ifstaff members don't have many options. Councilwoman Eichelberger requested that the verbiage be adjusted in the policy. Sam statedt that aj provision could bei madet tot the ordinance. Councilwoman Clower also requested No motion wasi made for the second reading. Bill #2673 did not become an ordinance.  reading. Sam didt the second reading oft the ordinance.  VACCINATED. AGAINSTTHE COVID-19 VIRUS.  Fountain Henderson for Bill #2673. Sam did the first reading oft the ordinance.  that as section be added to thej policy. G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS H. NEW. BUSINESS  1.1 Resolution Calling. for an Election  Ont the motion made by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilwoman Fountain Henderson, the City Council approved thei resolution ofnotice of election on April 5,2022, fort thel Mayor and  one council: member of each four wards. All in favor; none opposed. 2. Approval of the appointment(s) to the CID Board  On thei motion madel by Councilwoman Fountain! Henderson, seconded by Councilwoman Brown, the City Council approved the recommendation for the CIDI Board appointment of] Kellie Shelton as al Director andi reappointment of Schona McClellon as al Director from April 1, 2022 tol March  31,2026. All ini favor; none opposed. 3. Approval of the 2022 City Holiday Calendar  Ont the motioni madel by Councilwoman Eichelberger, seconded by Councilwoman Brown, the City  Council approved the 2022 Holiday Calendar. Alli in favor; none opposed. 4. Approval of the Code Enforcement, Inspector contract  On the motion made by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Turner, the City Council approved the Codel Enforcement Inspector Contract beginning November 29, 2021, at $23.41 per hour not to exceed 25 hours per week for four weeks. By the following roll call voting in favor:  Page 9of10  Prepared by Khianna Ward DeGarmo    Allan Stichnote, Terry Wilson, Jane Brown, Lorraine Clower, and Joseph Turner; Eichelberger Councilwoman Fountain Henderson asked if the contractor would be subject to the City's drug testing policy. Deletra informed Councilwoman Fountain Henderson that contractors are not subject tot the City's Drug and Alcohol Policy. Councilman Johnson askedi ifMike Vilmer had] had beeni interviewed by the City. Deletra stated that she could not confirm nor deny that he had. On the motion made by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilwoman Clower, the City  abstained; Gary Johnson and Yolonda Fountain Henderson opposed.  5.A Approval of the monthly bills for payment.  Council approved the monthly bills for payment. All ini favor; none opposed.  LMAYOR'S CLOSING REMARKS  Mayor Austin thanked everyone whos stayed on until the end oft the City Council: meeting and the totali number of attendees, including the City Council were approximately 40 people ont the call. On November 22, 2021, on the motion made by Councilwoman Eichelberger, seconded by Councilman Wilson, the City Council approved a closed session for Personnel (RSMO 610:021- 3) by the following roll call vote of councilmembers voting in favor: Stichnote, Fountain Henderson, Wilson, Brown, Johnson, Eichelberger, Turner, and Clower; none absent; none Also, present were Mayor Yolanda Austin; Sam Alton, City Attorney; and City Clerk, Deletra  J.CLOSED: SESSION, LEGAL. ANDI PERSONNEL (RSMO610:021-3)  opposing nor abstaining. Hudson.  1. PERSONNEL - Thei following actions were taken: a. Hire] Full-Time Administrative Assistancel  On the motion made by Councilwoman Fountain Henderson, seconded by Councilwoman Eichelberger, the City Council approved the recommendation from Schona McClellon, Director ofHousing, tol hire Cheryl Wallace for the full-time Administrative Assistant 1 position, pending the outcome of all pre-employment screening. The recommendation was approved by the following roll call vote: Stichnote, Fountain Henderson, Wilson, Brown, Eichelberger, Johnson,  Clower, and' Turner; none absent, opposing nor abstaining. b. Terminate Full Time Correctional Officer  On the motion made by Councilwoman Fountain Henderson, seconded by Councilman Johnson, the City Council approved thei recommendation from Lt. Pervis Jones, Corrections Department, to terminate DomaNeisha Harden, Corrections Officer. The recommendation was approved by the following roll call vote: Stichnote, Fountain Henderson, Wilson, Brown, Eichelberger, Johnson,  Clower, and' Turner; none absent, opposing nor abstaining.  K. ADJOURNMENT  On the motion made by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilwoman Fountain Henderson, the City Council voted by roll call votes oft the following council members to adjourn the meeting at 10:17 p.m.: Allan Stichnote, Yolonda Fountain Henderson, Terry Wilson, Jane Brown, Rose Eichelberger, Gary Johnson, Lorraine Clower, and. Joseph Turner; none absent; none opposed nor  abstained.  Approved: Attest:  Mayor  Wha bhtfda Deletral Hudson, City Clerk  Page 10of10  Prepared by Khianna Wardi DeGarmo