8/24/2021  BoardDocs8 Pro JENNINGS  Monday, July 26, 2021  CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA  Jennings via Tele-meeting Council Meeting @ 7:00 pm When: Jul 26, 2021 07:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)  July City Council Meeting Register in advance for this meeting:  nttps://us02web.zoebapom.us/meeting/regiter/Zitdustr4EPISTNeORINE2OF2alkpLre After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the One or more of the members of the City Council will be participating by telephone or other electronic means. Members of the public will not be allowed to attend the meeting in person. For accommodations due to disability, please call City Hall at 314-388-1164, or Relay Missouri  meeting.  All meetings are recorded. Meeting posting date: A. PUBLIC HEARING B. REGULAR MEETING 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3.F Roll Call 4. Approval oft the Agenda  (TDD) at 1-800-735-2460, 72 hours in advance of the meeting.  initials by:  5. Approval oft the minutes from the Regular Meeting of June 28, 2021  C.PRESENTATION OF PETITIONERS, REMONSTRATIONS, COMPLAINTS AND REQUESTS 1. Comments by public. (Please sign in. Comments are limited to 3 minutes. See Decorum Ordinance.) 2. Councilmember's Reports (Reports arel limited to 10 minutes. See Decorum Ordinance)  3. Mayor's Report 1.F Finance Department 2. Courts 3. Jail Report 4. Building Department 5. Sewer Lateral 6.E Economic Development Report 7.Public Works Report 8. Recreation Department 9. St. Louis County Police Department 10. North County Fire & Rescue 11. Emergency Management 12. Approval of monthly reports E.REPORTS OF COMMITTEES 1.V Ways & Means and Public Safety Committee 2. Public Works & Building Committee 3. Parks &F Recreation Committee 4.F Policy and Ordinance Committee tpslgpboarocscommolwmigePondnilPnvatelopenaiogns  D.MONTHLY DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS  1/2    8/24/2021  BoardDocse Pro  5. Municipal League 6.F Planning Commission 7.E Economic Development Board 8. Youth Commission 9. Senior Commission  F.LEGAL BUSINESS (Proposed Ordinances)  1.A AN ORDINANCE TRANSFERRING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FROM CHRISTOPER DEEKEN TO JAMES CRANGLE AND DONNA CRANGLE TO OPERATE. ANDY'S AUTO REPAIR, INC. AT 8101 WEST FLORISSANT ROAD, IN THE CITY OF 1.A AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JENNINGS, MISSOURI, APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND GRANTING SAME TO EDNA MCGOWAN TO OPERATE AN EVENT/OFFICE SPACE FOR RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES KNOWN AS CLASSY EVENTS, LLC AT 8890. JENNINGS STATION ROAD IN THE CITY OF JENNINGS, MISSOURI.  JENNINGS, MISSOURI. G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS  H. NEW BUSINESS  1. Approval oft the Planning Commission Appointment 2. Approval of the Senior Commissioner Appointment 3. Approval of the Special Event Permit 5. Approval oft the purchase ofa a street sweeper 7. Approval of the monthly bills for payment I.MAYOR'S CLOSING REMARKS 1. Legal (RSMO 610:021 -1) 2. Personnel (RSMO 610:021-3) K.A Adjournment 1.A Adjournment  4. Approval oft the Engineering Svc recommendation for Cochran Eng. 6. Approval oft the line item transfers for the street sweeper purchase  J.CLOSED SESSION, LEGAL & PERSONNEL (RSMO 610:021-1, 3)  ttps:Ilgo Darddocs.com'mojennngeBoardnslPinate/openlogins  2/2    JENNINGS  Minutes of the City Council Regular Meeting Telemeeting Via Zoom Video July 26, 2021 Regular Council Meeting 7:00 p.m.  Thet two thousand four hundred and twentieth meeting of the Jennings City Council was held on  Monday, July 26, 2021, at' 7:00 p.m. via Zoom Video.  A. PUBLIC: HEARING B. REGULAR MEETING  Mayor Austin asked for ai moment ofs silence for former St. Louis County Councilwoman, Hazel Erby, former Missouri Statel Representative, Betty Thompson, and long-time President for Harris- Stowe State University, Dr. Henry Givens jr. Shes said that all three oft them] had passed within the  last couple of weeks. 2. RollCall  1. Call to Order- The meeting was called to order at 7:01 p.m.  Council members present: Allan Stichnote, Yolonda Fountain Henderson, Terry Wilson, Jane  Brown, Phyllis Anderson, Gary Johnson, 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. Ont thei motioni madel by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilwoman Brown, the City Council  approved the agenda for the meeting. All in favor; none opposed. 4. Approval of the minutes from thel Regular Meeting of June 28, 2021.  Ont thei motion madel by Councilwoman Brown, seconded! by Councilman Wilson, the City Council approved the minutes from the Regular Meeting of. June 28, 2021. All in favor; none opposed. C. PRESENTATION OF PETITIONERS, REMONSTRATIONS, COMPLAINTS, AND 1.Comments by the public. (Please sign in. Comments arel limited to 31 minutes. Seel Decorum Dorothy. Howard, 5831. Janet Avenue, asked what the next step was for thei residents of the 5800 block of. Janet Avenue, regarding their complaint about the tractor-trailers parked on the lot and theN Metropolitan Missionary! Baptist Church giveaway food sitting ont the: streets. Sher reported that she had attempted to contact staff at the Church, once they had consulted the City Council members. She expressed that she felt as though their complaints have fallen on deaf ears. Ms. Howard feltt thatt theres should1 bei morec donet tol helpt thei residents ofthe 5800b block of. Janet Avenue. Mayor Austin welcomed Ms. Howard to contact the Building Department to check the lot's residency status. Mayor Austin asked Schona McClellon, Director of Housing, what shel has done regarding the complaints shel had received about the lot. Schona said that thej process of abatement had begun. Jim Maixner, Public Works Director, reported that he and Schona have discussed an "no overnight parking" ordinance, sO the City would have the legal rights to tow any vehicles  REQUESTS Ordinance.)  Page 1of15  Prepared by Khianna Ward    parked at the lot. He said that when Officer Bakula investigated the parking of box trucks at the lot, Officer Bakula warned the owners that the trucks were liable to be towed, and the owners responded thati ifthe trucks were towed, theyl have threatened to sue the City of. Jennings. Jim said Ms. Howard asked about the lot with the tractor-trailer that was parked near the corner of. Janet Avenue and Gladys Avenue. Jim said that he has been in touch with Capt. Law regarding the tractor-trailer and the trailer could be ticketed if parked overnight. Mayor Austin asked for Capt. Law'si input ont the situation. Capt. Law reported that the tractor-trailer does get moved before the overnight parking times. Ms. Howard reported that she recently saw the trailer parked overnight on a Saturday night going into Sunday morning. Capt. Law told her that ifs she saw that again, to contact thei non-emergency linei for the Police Department so they can go and check it out. Mayor Councilwoman Clower reported thats she spoke with thei reporting officer that went there, whot took the VIN off the truck, and she was told that he would be sending a citation to the address listed under the vehicle registration. She said that was more than a1 month ago, then she called another officer who saidt that he would do the same. Councilwoman Clower asked whate else could be done. Mayor Austin askedi ifity was thes samet truck. Ms. Howard said that there wasi moret than onet tractor- trailer or truck that parks there. Capt. Law said that he could look into iti ift the same truck was being reported. Jim said he didn'tknow thel legal ramifications ofmoving thet trucki ini thel lot. Sam asked ift there were signs posted at the lot that no one could park on City property. Schona and Jim said yes. Sam said if Section 22-45 of the City of Jennings code, with proper signage, there, then vehicles left on City property without City permission could bet towed. He asked ifthe privately-owned property there near the lot had signs, stating that someone could not park there. Schona saidt thatt the owner allowed the owner oft thet truck toj park on1 their side oft the lot. Sam said that there was not much that could be done about private property owners allowing vehicles to park there. Jimi reported that thej private property owner only owned approximately ten toi fifteen feet of the lot andt the trucks are encroaching upon City property, additionally the area where the property owner: isl locatedi ini is ai residential zone and never commercially zoned. Mayor Austin asked Schona, Jim, and Sam to meet over the phone with her to discuss the issue more. Councilwoman Clower stated that when she spoke with Jennings Precinct officers, it was apparent that the police officers did not know which side of the lot was City-owned or privately owned. She asked that there be an indicator placed to identify what was City property and the privately-owned lot. Mayor Austin asked Capt. Law to ensure that his staffknew which] part ofthe Brenda Rutlin, 9037 Ellison Drive, reported that she filed a complaint at City Hall in May of 2021, regarding neighbors who have left their trash cans in the street since they moved into the neighborhood, now other neighbors are: following suit byl leaving their trash cansi ini the street. Ms. Rutlin commented that Ellison] Drive was beginningt tol look likea an alleyway, with trash and debris lefti in the street but it has been starting to clear up and some: residents have come to their senses and brought in their trash cans. She said that the residents at 9038 Ellison Drive have never once taken their trash cans out of thes street, and they stay out permanently. Ms. Rutlin reported that at 90311 Ellison) Drive, hel had continued tol leavel his trash cani int the street andi it contains al lot ofyard waste, but not all of the yard wastel had been contained in the trash can and has been blocking the Ms. Rutlin said that 9031 Ellison Drive is directly next door tol her, when the weather had begun to warm up, he would put his dog out in the backyard, but he has allowed his yard to become overgrown with weeds. Shes said nowl hel brings] his dog tot the front yard, allowing the dogt toi roam untethered. The dog wanders intol her front yard and defecates without the owner following behind toj pick upt the dog waste. Shei reported that shel hasl had to clearl her yard ofthe weeds growing over thes shared fencei intol her yard twice and willl have to doi it again soon. Ms. Rutlin would appreciate Mayor Austin asked Schonai tol have ani inspector visit Ellison Drive. Ms. Rutlin reported that there was an easement behind] her home, that shel has hadi to cut back the weeds that are coming towards her property line every year. She asked who was responsible for the care of the easement there. Jim said that he would look at the easement near her home, and Alliance Credit Union may be  thati ifthe City posted the signage, then the truck could bet towed.  Austin requested that the. Jennings Precinct patrol that area more often.  lot was City property andj private property.  sidewalk.  somel help with this neighbor.  Page 2of15  Prepared by Khianna Ward    responsible for the maintenance of the easement. Ms. Rutlin asked if utility companies were responsible for the upkeep of easements. Jim said no, the utility companies were not required by law to maintain the easements. Ms. Rutlin said the weeds were growing up the utility lines and coming into her yard. Jim said that hel had a government contract that he will call from thei forestry Marilyn Bonds, 5738. Janet Avenue, reported to Deletra that she had a neighbor behind her at 5741 Helen Avenue, who hasb been] playing loud music for months, and shel has spoken with Mayor Austin and Councilwoman Clower. Ms. Bonds relayed tol Deletra thats shel has tried to geta assistance from the police by calling them, then the music stops, and the music starts up again after the responding police leave. Ms. Bonds reported to Deletra that the music was shaking her whole home. Mayor Austin said that shel had given that complaint to Capt. Law and she asked him to follow up on that complaint on' Tuesday, July 27, 2021. Capt. Law said he would follow up and asked that] he get contact information for Ms. Bonds, sol he could follow up withl her. Ms. Rutlin saidt that she wasi not sure ifs shes said this during hert time, back in May 2021 when she was at City Hall to file a complaint about the issue she brought before the City Council that evening, it was suggested tol her that she contact her City Council members. Ms. Rutlin talked to Councilman Stichnote on two separate occasions, and she was told thati it would be taken care of, Marietta. Beck, 5446 Hodiamont, Avenue, said that she was following up ont the forestry ordinance shel had requested att the. June City Council meeting. Ms. Beck suggested that the City of. Jennings follow the example of Webster Groves or Ferguson since they both have ordinances concerning forestry. She reported that none of1 her complaints regarding vacant properties and forestry have been addressed, and thet trees! keep growing upi towards the: streetlights andj power lines. She would She thanked Jim and Public Works staff for coming to clean up the ceramic floor tile that was dumped near hers storei inlet andi near a sewer. Ms. Beck saids she would calll MSD (Missouri Sewer District) again because some of that seemed to be going down the drain. She appreciated the barriers that werej placed and there were drivers doing donuts on Emma Avenue. Ms. Beck reported that at 5458 Hodiamont Avenue, there was a vacant home with trespassers inhabiting the home. She asked what was going on with that situation during aj phone call to City Hall, it was responded with the comment, "What's new, we get squatters all the time". She said that the trespassers have built a fire in the house and vehicles are being left there. Ms. Beck commented that things in Jennings are not improving, it seems to be getting worse and other residents aret tired ofthes slow response tot their concerns or no response at all. Shet thanked the City Council and apologized for having to be sO negative, but it was apparent to her that she was not Mayor Austin asked Capt. Law to investigate the cars left there the following day. Capt. Law replied that he wouldi investigate the situation. Mayor Austin asked Ms. Beck ift the windows or doors were open at 54581 Hodiamont Avenue. Ms. Becks said that the: front] porch window was open for ventilation. Shes said thats she gotl her binoculars out ands she could see someone coming in and out from the kitchen, onto the back porch. She said the fire they built inside the house was very large, and she thought thel house was being set on fire, buti its seemed that they were. just cooking. Thel house was not boarded up. Mayor Austin thanked Ms. Beck for the information. Capt. Law promised toi investigate the issue. Mayor Austin asked Schona to follow up withl her on thei issue at 54581 Hodiamont Avenue. Schona said she would follow up with Mayor Austin. Alice Wilson, 10ld Lucas and Hunt Road, reported that shei noticed that at Sievers Park, people were] playing int the water fountain. She wondered why the splash pads were not on and: she did Mayor Austin asked Willie Brandon, Parks and Recreation Director, about the operation of the splash pads. He: said thatt they are operational, but they are set on at timer that could be adjusted sO Ms. Wilson asked for the operation times to be posted. Willie said that he would look into posting  department.  it! has yett to change. She wanted to make sure the City Council knew that.  liket to see thej policy and process updated and enforced.  the only one that felt that way.  not sees signage instructing the public how to operate them.  thatt they do noti run all day. thec operation times of the splash pad. Prepared by Khianna Ward  Page 30 of15    Shirley Wayne, 5838 Janet Avenue, greeted the City Council. She thanked them for their hard worki int the City of. Jennings and shea appreciated their dedication toi moving the City back to where itl used tol be. Ms. Wayne thanked Capt. Law: for bringing back Coffee with the Cops meetings. Ms. Wayne asked] how: many notices are sent toi residents that arei not registered withl havingt trash service. She reported that at 5824. Janet Avenue, thej property renters have been buying vehicles, one has been tagged and the other not, and those untagged vehicles have been sitting for months. She wanted to know what happens once the violators are ticketed. She said this was the same property that had four to five derelict vehicles int the driveway, and she wanted citations to go to ther residents. Ms. Wayne said that there were1 threej pitbulls now ands she was concerned about the Ms. Wayne reported that the vacant lot at 5829 Helen Avenue had large hauling trucks parked there and the yard was overgrown with weeds. She said that the yard at 58251 Helen Avenue was inas similar state of overgrowth. Ms. Wayne thanked the City Council and Mayor Austin for what Mayor Austin thanked Ms. Wayne for her concerns. She asked Schona to follow up on 5824. Janet Avenue: regarding the ownership oft thep pitbulls. Mayor Austins saidt thatt the City had been working ont the cars at the. Janet Avenuel location for a while, she asked if Capt. Law hadi more information ont the issue. Capt. Law said that he would follow up with) Ms. Wayne the following day. Schona said that the notifications had been sent about the dogs and the vehicles that were parked there, which she discussed with Ms. Wayne some time ago. Mayor Austin asked ifs she was waiting ona a Councilwoman Clower said that she had spoken to police officers when shei inquired about the issue, shev was told there was nothing more that could be done further about the vehicles due to the City ordinance. She asked if the City should review the ordinance to perhaps revise it. Mayor Austin reminded her that the police officers were: responsible for vehicles that were parked on the street toi issue citations and Code Enforcement Inspectors are responsible for vehicles on private property, which Schonal hads statedt the process had1 begun and they are now waiting on a court date. Mayor Austin said that she would have Schona look into the court date. She asked Capt. Law to share the process regarding vehicles parked on the street. Capt. Law said derelict vehicles are tagged, the owner is allowed 481 hours to move the vehicle, ifiti is noti moved within that time, the police department may tow them. Mayor Austin asked him to ensure that officers were following up on the vehicles after the 481 hours, so they can be towed. Capt. Law affirmed that he would. Sam Alton, City Attorney, said thati it was ai more difficult process when there are vehicles parked onj private property, butt the codel laid out thej process, which was an administrative warrant process to work through, to enter the property to deal with those vehicles if they are there too long or present a danger to the residents oft the City. He said that the code provides guidance in this area Jims said that at 5829 and 58251 Helen Avenuel had three dump trucks parked there. He: saidt that the property was owned by George Spite, the vehicles are not] his trucks, but hel has given the owners Joell Aguirre, Republic Services, greeted everyone. She introduced herself and explained what her role was with Republic Services. Ms. Aguirre wanted to make sure they had her contact information. She was invited by Councilman Wilson at the Missouri Municipal League in May 2021, to check in with the City of Jennings. Ms. Aguirre said that ifany residents had questions about their service or requests that need tol be followed up on, she was their point of contact with Councilwoman Fountain Henderson asked1 her toj pass along heri information int the chat. She asked ift there was al list of properties with trash service and those who do not have trash service. Ms. Aguirre saids shel had al list ofeveryone that Republic Services provides trash service to ini the City of. Jennings and a list of property locations noted with trash services suspended in the City of Councilman Wilson thanked her for making an appearance at the City Council meeting. He commented that he appreciated it and he felt that it was important that everyone knew who the  safety ofher grandchild.  they are doing fort the City, she appreciated: it.  court date. Schona confirmed that she was.  buti it was aj process that could take some time.  oft thet trucks permission toj park on his private property.  an open-door policy.  Jennings.  Page 4of15  Prepared by Khianna Ward    Jennings Republic Services representative was and to be able to contact her. Councilman Wilson 2.C Councilmember's Reports (Reports are. limited to 10 minutes. See Decorum Ordinance) Councilwoman. Anderson greeted everyone. Shet thanked Mayor Austin for honoring her request. Councilwoman, Anderson addressed Mayor Austin, the City Council, and the City staff, she said it was bittersweet news and announçed that this was her last City Council meeting. She thanked everyone for their support. Councilwoman Anderson recognized Ward 3, for voting heri into office She said her resignation was bitter because she would be leaving her service to the Jennings community, but the change was sweet because shel had received a great opportunity, that willj put her where she would like tol be regarding her retirement next year. Councilwoman Anderson said she could not] pass it up. She did not think that preparing for retirement would come so soon, but Councilwoman Anderson said that she had built so many special relationships. She intends on maintaining those relationships, buti most ofa all, she will miss serving the community. Mayor Austin thanked Councilwoman Anderson for her report. She commented that she also enjoyed working withl her through those years and that Councilwoman Anderson will bel keeping the City of. Jennings within her heart, Mayor Austin knew thatt they will be seeing her. Councilman Johnson thanked Councilwoman, Anderson for all the wisdom and all the discipline she had imparted tol him, and the support that she had shown him. He had been taken aback by that. Hes said that he appreciated her and appreciated thats she always had his back. Councilman Johnson recognized the Building Department for hearing his request to visit the car repair shop at Carl Avenue and West Florissant Avenue. He said his request was because the business was becoming an eyesore with wrecked cars and large vehicles parked there. Councilman Johnson reported thatl he went! by that day andi noticed thats some vehicles had been moved around. Councilman Johnson then asked who was tagging the vehicles at the. Jennings Precinct because several derelict vehicles weres sitting on the street in' Ward: 3.1 He did not know who to call or email Councilman Johnson said that every chance to speak at aj public meeting, he willi implore the City tob bring ai recreational space or park to Ward 3 or the south end of. Jennings. He said that it may seem repetitive or persistent, every chance he gets, he will ensure that he is heard. Councilman Johnson observed that children have been playing in the street with two broken basketball hoops in Ward 3, and he expressed his concern that the children could get hurt playing in the street because there weren't ways toj play without encountering traffic. He suggested ift there was aj park in Ward 3 within walking distance, that could prevent a harmful situation from happening to Councilman Johnson expressed his concern about registering for the public meetings. He found that when he registered for the City Council meeting, the confirmation email with the link had gone tol his junk email box. He said that residents were having issues logging on because of the registration requirement for the meeting held via Zoom. Councilman Johnson pointed out that this could be an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance violation because it is not accessible to those with disabilities. He asked that the registration for the public meeting be Councilman Johnson reported that he attended the Good] Food Summit hosted by Al Red Circle on July 22nd and 23rd, at the University ofMissouri St. Louis (UMSL). He said that thei initiative ofA Red Circle and the Good Food Summit was tol bring healthy food and increase the access to food within North County, specifically in the food desert and areas that have experienced food apartheid. Councilman Johnson hopes that the vacant lots could be adopted for gardening accordingt to the community garden ordinance. Hel hoped that there could! be some good food grown  thanked her for honoring thati invitation.  for threet terms and fori trusting her to get things done.  ith had, which was a blessing.  He thanked the Building Department and Schona forl hearing his request.  about the issue and asked for thati information.  children.  amended.  throughout the City. Prepared by Khianna Ward  Page 5of15    Councilman Johnson reported assisting in the cleanup of the south end of the City of. Jennings along Jennings Station Road, behind College Avenue and Fairview Avenue. He said that they picked up al lot oftrash, and thanked the Public Works Department and. Jim, for taking care ofthe median entering into the City of Jennings on Jennings Station Road. Councilman Johnson commented that the area looks different and it was a very good sight to see that median under Councilman Johnson told Councilwoman Anderson it was sad to see her go but he appreciated Counciman Wilson greeted everyone and commented that he was also shocked about Councilwoman Anderson's resignation. He said that she was his "partner in crime" and built a strongrelationship throughout the years andl he would miss serving withl her. Councilman Wilson said that since she was not leaving the state, he knew where to find her. He appreciated her service, she will be missed, the City of. Jennings appreciates all that she had done since being elected and toj present. He commented that shel had grown into her role and became one of the leaders on the. Jennings City Council. He appreciated her service and her friendship. Councilman Wilson said it was good to see everyone's face. He thought about al lot of things going on in the Jennings community and the St. Louis community and encouraged the community to be caring for its young people. Councilman Wilson informed everyone that a young man that was a basketball star int the St. Louis area that he hadi mentored growing up was lost to gun violence. He encouraged everyone tol keep praying, keep looking out for each other, and not be afraid tos speak up tot the police. He said the community is stronger when its members Councilman Wilson recognized the Public Works and Building Committee for a good meeting, that was chaired by Councilman Johnson. He thought that there was some great dialogue in the meeting. He appreciated. Jim for the information that was provided, and the committee members for having a good conversation to move the City forward. Councilman Wilson is not aj part of that committee, but he appreciated being welcome. He recognized Kellie Shelton, Economic Development Coordinator, for the excellent job that she was doing and fort taking the City where Councilman Wilson requested a traffic study on Catalina Drive and asked that the street be considered for placement of speed bumps. Jim said that he would add the street to the ongoing list of streets that they have received complaints on and he would provide the list to the rest of the City Council. Councilman Wilson said that he appreciated him. He also reported to Jim that at 94121 Pickford Place there was high grass and asked that the lot be cut by Public Works. Councilman Wilson requested that Schona send a Code Enforcement Inspector to the Mike's Convenience Store on. Highway 3671 because of the accumulating trash ini the back lot area that Councilman Wilson reported that Ward 2 and Ward 1 are coming together to be accessible to constituents and answer any of their questions. The joint town hall meeting will be Saturday, August 28, 2021, at 10 a.m., due to the new mask mandates and rising COVID-19 cases, Councilwoman Brown was requesting that it be held virtually. Councilman Wilson said that Gary Gore Community Center was booked by Councilwoman! Fountain Henderson for the event and the councilmembers would discuss how toj proceed in hosting the joint town hall meeting. Councilman Wilson said that the townl hall meeting will allow for residents toj provide feedback, ideas, and suggestions tot their ward council members, and theyl hoped to makei ita ana annual event. Hev would appreciate residents attending thei meeting and encouraged residents from other wards Councilman Wilson announced that there will be a North County Fire & Rescue Protection District community outreach barbeque at Sievers Park on Saturday, July 31,2021, from 11 a.m. to 61 p.m. He encouraged the community to come out and support the firefighters while meeting  control.  everything shel had donei int the City of Jennings.  are working together and taking care of each other.  it wants to go with economic development.  is shared with the chicken restaurant there.  to attend the event as well.  safely outdoors due tot the delta variant ofCOVID-19.  Page 6of15  Prepared by Khianna Ward    Councilman Wilson reported that Senator Brian Williams and State Representative Kevin Windham will be hosting a town hall meeting on July 27, 2021, at' 71 p.m. at UMSL, to discuss the potential investment of Federal stimulus funds in the North St. Louis County area and they Councilman Wilson commented that it was good tos see everyone, make sure the community was looking out for each other, keep each other in their prayers and he would see everyone next Councilwoman. Brown thanked Councilwoman Anderson for working with the City Council and lending them her expertise in al lot of ways. She wished her well in her endeavors, whichever that Councilwoman, Brown thanked Jim and thel Public Works Department for cutting the grass ofthe vacant lot at] Berkay. Avenue and. Ada Wortley Avenue to keep up the rainfall. Shet thanked Kellie for the report on the City demolition list for the Public Works and Building Committee. Councilwoman Brown said that the list was comprehensive and the detail on thel list was easy to follow. Shes saidt that the councilmembers have gotten reports int thep past, but thei report from Kellie Councilwoman Brown enjoyed the soccer event that was hosted by the Police Athletic League (PAL)ands St. Louis Ambusho on Saturday,Julyl 17,2021. Shes said that youth ages 5-12 participated in thes soccer event, which was the cutest to witness. She reported that the event had great upbeat Councilwoman Brown appreciated the education provided by Steve Pokorney of STS Car Care, Chief Goldstein, and Jim, regarding debris after a vehicular accident and clarified who was responsible for clearing the debris. She: said that they provideda comprehensive view ofhow debris from vehicle accidents is dealt with. Councilwoman Brown shared that for larger pieces from a collision, STS was calledi int tot tow those off, then North County Fire & Rescue Protection District was calledt to removel hazardous materials, andi ift there was any remaining glass or smaller debris, thent the Public Works Department would, out of courtesy, come to clear ther rest. Councilwoman Brown: reported that she was happy to announce that the Adopt-A-Stop program was gaining traction. She saidt that there was ai new trashcan atl Hord Avenue. and. Jennings Station Road. Councilwoman Brown explained that shei intended tol have trashcans placed throughout the City ofJennings. She encouraged businesses to geti involved by adopting a stop. Shei reported that Steve, STS Car Care, has adopted as stop in the past and will continue to sponsor a stop with blue trashcans. Councilwoman Brown said that this was a great way tol keep the City looking nice and Councilwoman Brown commented that it was heart-warming to see Jennings residents quietly walking the walk and taking pridei in the City of. Jennings. She reported that the Red Cross blood supply wasl low duet tot the COVID-19p pandemic, ifany residents werei inclined to donate, to contact their Red Cross. She encouraged everyone to consider giving blood. Councilwoman Brown Councilman Stichnote greeted everyone. He reported that he spoke with the residents that were mentioned earlier on Ellison Drive, who said that they would correct the issue. He asked Schona Councilman Stichnote said thati it was asked of Capt. Law that the police report is shown in wards instead of sectors, but thet report that the City Council received was not reported that way. Capt. Law said that he will continue to work on that and found that it was more difficult than he previously thought. Councilman Stichnote asked what was being done about speeding cars, because someonel had1 lost their lifet to ar reckless driver. Capt. Law said that the particular accident was difficult. He reported that 1300 tickets were issued in. July. Councilman Stichnote asked if highway safety was still assisting the City. Capt. Laws said they were still assisting the City fort two hours, every day. Councilman Stichnote askeda about thes speed bumps and ifthey were placed.. Jim reported that thel Public Works Department would be resuming thej placement of speed bumps the  would like tol hear the voices of the residents ofl North County.  month. might be.  was very detailed, and they were thankful.  music, refreshments and was al lot off fun.  as welcoming asi it could be.  encouraged residents to come out tol have coffee with the cops.  toi follow up on thei issue onl Ellison Drive.  following day.  Page 7of 15  Prepared by Khianna Ward    Councilman Stichnote reported that' Thursday, July 29, 2021, was Senior Bingo night, starting at 7p p.m. Councilman Stichnote asked Sam where he was in reviewing the revision of the fence ordinance. Sam said the: fence ordinance crossed thel line of zoning, because it was not taken to the Planning Commission and a public hearing was not advertised, it would bei moved to the August Councilman Stichnote reported that the American Legion Post 184 donated $1,000 to thel North County Mustangs towards their football team.] He said that Post 1841 has agreed to donatei twol back- to-school scholarships at $500 each and voted for the Hope House to donate $500. Councilman Stichnote said that on Saturday, July 31, 2021, there would be a vaccination event at the. Jennings Councilman Stichnote reported thatt there wasi no stop sign coming out ofLions Park andi requested that one be placed. Jim said that he would check the ordinance regarding the placement of stop signs and their relation tot thej park and make efforts to accomplish the placement ofthes stop sign. Councilman Stichnote commented that he was floored with the news that Councilwoman Anderson wasi resigning. He said thats shel had always been a team player, he will miss her and she Councilwoman Fountain Henderson thanked Councilwoman Anderson for her service to the Councilwoman: Fountain Henderson reported that shel had received al lot of] phone calls regarding tall grass and vacant properties, potholes, and speed bumps. She reported that she had been reporting this home since 2015, at 2504 Shannon Avenue, the debris on the property has been growing past the house. Councilwoman Fountain Henderson thanked Schona and Jim, for their departments getting on the situation. She said that the home next door at 2508 Shannon Avenue can seet the debris from theirl home and thej property owner felt! hopeless about the situation being Councilwoman Fountain Henderson said that al lot of people are parking on their grass. She reported at 87871 Darnell Place, the residents arej parkingi in the yard, with only three tires on the vehicle, whichi in turn brings the property values of neighboring homes down. Councilwoman Fountain Henderson reported that there was a shooting in Ward 1 last month, that was reported to Capt. Law, and it seemed to have fallen on deaf ears. She said she picked up ten (10) bullet casings, which happened directly behind her car. Councilwoman Fountain Henderson said that shel had reported that she had aj photo of the car, yet she noticed that the car had been coming around often. She requested that there be more police visibility in the Councilwoman Fountain Henderson commented that regarding the town hall meeting, she reported that many ward residents would love to attend the meetings. She was concerned that should the meeting be hosted virtually; the council people may not get much participation Councilwoman: Fountain Henderson said that there will be an annual back-to-school fair at 2577 Redman Avenue, the North County Recreation Complex from 3 p.m. to 6 pm. She said that donations are welcome. Councilwoman Fountain Henderson reported that the Jennings School District was alsol hostingadrive-thrul back-to-school event for each school separately, which will be August 21, 2021. She said that school will bel back in session on August 23, 2021. Councilwoman Fountain! Henderson thanked Willie for the concerts atl Koeneman Park for being great. She appreciated his attitude, she said that residents want the concerts to continue. Councilwoman Fountain Henderson reminded everyone that a Special Election was coming up on August 5,2021, and she encouraged everyone to exercise their right to vote. Councilwoman Fountain Henderson said she was a part ofa farmer's market in Bellefontaine Neighbords on Saturday, July 24, 2021. She reported that there was a flyer made for the event, buti itl had the wrong location oni it. She apologized for the misinformation.  City Council meeting.  Civic Center beginning at 10a.m.  was a good friend. He wished her all the lucki in the world. City. She said it was nice tol know her and wished her the best.  rectified andi iti moved Councilwoman: Fountain Henderson.  community.  because not everyone was computer savvy.  Page 8of15  Prepared by Khianna Ward    Councilwoman Fountain Henderson reported that there was a deplorable United States flag flying at White Castlei in Ward 4. She contacted Councilwoman Clower tol let her know that she Councilwoman Fountain Henderson asked Councilman Stichnote to clarify what he was talking about regarding the fence ordinance. He said that fences would be discussed. Councilwoman Fountain Henderson proposed that a lot of the speed bumps on Cozens Avenue be removed, because shel had observed drivers going around the speed bumps. She asked for suggestions on how to submit her request. She also expressed her concern regarding the speed bumps on the opposite side of Northview Elementary School on Ada Wortley Avenue. Councilwoman Fountain Henderson suggested that some speed bumps be removed and given to wards in need She reported that she went on a field trip with Councilman Stichnote to a house, where the residents are parking their vehicles int they yard. Councilwoman Fountain Henderson reported that people arei not taking care oft their properties on] Blewett. Avenue and Hord Avenue. She said that people need to think about how overgrown properties can attract rodents. Councilwoman Fountain Henderson reiterated that someone from the Building Department must visit 8787 Darnell Place, regarding the unkempt yard and for the vehicles parked there tol be tagged by the Councilwoman Clower reported that Barbara Carter, Ward 4 resident, requested to be heard. Deletra said that Ms. Carter did not sign up for public comments and it would be up to Mayor Austin's discretion. Mayor Austin ifCouncilwoman Clower knew what Ms. Carter's complaint was. Councilwoman Clower said that Ms. Carter: reported that 6350 and 63601 Laura Avenue had overgrown grass that needed to be cut around the properties. She asked that it be visited by a Code Enforcement Inspector. Ms. Carter commented that thel link went tol her junk email box as Councilwoman Clower said that on August 28, 2021, Metropolitan Baptist Church, 5300 Helen Avenue, will bel hosting al back-to-school giveaway event from 12j p.m. to 41 p.m. Councilwoman Clower said on Wednesday, July 21, 2021, there was a Public Works and Building Committee meeting to discuss the demolition ofhomes. Shes said that Kellie will make sure the City Council will get a copy of thel list, sO they will be able to explain the process to residents. Councilwoman Clower reported that there was no documentation in the committee minutes and requested that they bea added to minutes. She said that Mayor Austin explained that the demolition funds fori the CDBG: mustl be approved by the City Council, yeti ifany other funds are taken from City revenue, then it does not have to be approved by the City Council. Councilwoman Clower said that the mayor's statement was not recorded properly in the committee minutes as well. She quoted a Jennings policy that the minutes should reflect what was discussed and any purchases over $10,0001 mustl be approved by the City Council, therefore each council member should know which houses are being torn down before the public hearing. Councilwoman Clower said that Ward 4 was tor receive speed bumps by approval at the last City Council meeting. She had inquired on more than one occasion when they would be placed, she was told by. Jim that they would be placed but the installation date seemed to be getting pushed further and further back. She asked Jim to give her an idea of when they would be placed in Ward 4.. Jim said that the speed bump installation had begun on Janet Avenue on Friday, July 23, 2021. He said that Public Works had them marked on Helen Avenue. Jim said that he intended his staff to continue placing the speed bumps on' Tuesday, July 27,2021, then move to Councilwoman Clower reported her concern that there arei residents onl Hodiamont Avenue that arej parking ont theirl lawns because they do not have a driveway. She asked Capt. Law to enforce Councilwoman Clower said to Councilwoman Anderson that she would be missed. She Councilman Turner thanked Mayor Austin. He said that it was a great month for him to gain a different perspective on whatl hasl beent takingi place. Mayor Austin] helped him to understand that  wasl handling the issue, and the flag was replaced.  ofs speed bumps.  police.  well.  Hamilton Avenue fromi there.  thei removal oft the vehicles from the property line.  appreciated her for her kind words and her smile would be missed as well.  Page 9of15  Prepared by Khianna Ward    there was aj process in which the City gets things accomplished. Councilman Turner said that the process was working. Hes saidt that Public Works has done a great job. He gott the chancei to speak with some of thel Public Works staff, anytime he drives past them he encourages them for the Councilman Turner received the demolition list from Kellie, and he felt that it was a blessing. He said that every property that has been demolished, could be new. He said that the City is growing, and there are more homeowners. Councilman Turner said that he was so grateful for whati is happeningi in the City as he goes around and sees things change. Councilman Turner said that he has a different way to look at Ward 4, if all the houses that are being demolished, be rebuilt with thei image that he sees- it willl be the best ward in the City. Councilman Turner said wel have tos speak what we want out loud, as opposed to only speaking complaints. Councilman Turner shared that on Belle. Avenuei there was al house, that he was told by residents, wasi referred to as a drugl house. Her reported that no one was there now, but! beforet the inhabitant left, hel kicked out all the windows and kicked the door in. Jims said that he would get the address from him tot turn over to Schona to enter into thel MyGov system. Councilman Turner reported that Mr. White had ani issue, it was taken care of. He loved to help people. He thought about Public Works and he appreciated all the help he had received from City staff, and he thought Councilman Turner reported 83641 Eton) Place, and the address did not match. He said it was the only house on the street thatl hasn't been taken care of and he thanked Jim for getting the correct He again repeated his encouragement to everyone to speak out what you want something to be, and do not speak out what you do not want it to be. Councilman Turner said that words are Councilman Turner thanked Mayor Austin and everyone for all they do. Councilman Turner said to Councilwoman. Anderson that he had notl known her for very long, but he picked out the best  great job done and1 he appreciated what they do.  that comes down from the top.  address, 83601 Eton Place, and getting it into thel MyGov system. powerful and not just for communication, but also creation.  ofe everyone, tol bet the best he could, and hei thanked her for knowing her.  3. MAYOR'S REPORT  Mayor Austin thanked all the department heads for the work that they do. She commented that sometimes residents and other councilmembers; may receive negative feedback, but she wanted to let them know thats she truly appreciated them and thanked them for workingi in the conditions that Mayor Austin thanked those councilmembers whol havel heard Sam Alton, City Attorney, and heard herself when asked to direct their concerns to the department heads. She said that the City staff had al lot goingo on and whent things arel brought directly tot them, they believet that they are supposed toa address those concerns: right away. Mayor Austini reiterated that those requests or concerns must go to department heads, they know how to delegate those tasks. To those council people who are followingt that process, shet thanked them and urged them to continue contacting department heads Mayor Austin asked forj prayers for the senior citizen from St. Andrews, Melvin Stewart, who lost his lifet to al hit and run, speeding vehicle along Halls Ferry Road the week prior. Shei reported that there was another speeding driver along. Jennings Station) Road and Highway 367, Capt. Law did not mention this but Jennings had an extra twelvet to fifteen officers from St. Louis County Police Department that havel been lent to Jennings, who are in the City trying to help and assist. Mayor Austin said that Capt. Law has heard everyone and does not want the community to believe that together, the City and. Jennings Precinct arei not working aggressively on speeding and other crime Mayor. Austin thanked Willie and thel Parks and Recreation staff for the concert. She commended themi forl handling the 600 to 7001 people at thei final concert oft the Summer Concert Series. Mayor Austin thanked the security company whol had builti relationships with the people that come to the  they are workingi in and the City was getting things done, as best as we can.  by email or by telephone tos schedule an appointment with them.  throughout Jennings.  conçerts and making thej parks as safe environment to visit.  Page 10of15  Prepared by Khianna Ward    Mayor Austin reminded people that the City had brought back Coffee with the Cops, which was beginning Tuesday, July 27, 2021, at the McDonald's off Halls Ferry Road for one hour. She reported that City Hall was still using masks in City offices and practicing social distancing. She said that the public was askedt to continue to wear their masks and their temperatures are checked Mayor Austin reported thatt the Senior Neighborhood Watch meeting would bel held July 29,2021, and willl be combined with Senior Bingo that evening so they had a chance tos speak witht the police officers regarding crime trends and strategies they are using to combat crime. She said that others Mayor Austin reported that at the August City Council meeting, there would be aj public hearing for the Community. Development Block Grant (CDBG) and hearing different ways that the funds could be used. Shes said that the City would bei meeting as a team on Monday, August 2, 2021, to come up withs some ways the funds could be used. She said that thej public hearing would be held at 61 p.m., August 23, 2021, and there would be another public hearing that evening at 5 p.m. Mayor Austini reported that the City of. Jennings had noti received the: funds from American) Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), in which the City was anticipating over $2,000,000. She said that there will be a committee to present ways in which the funds could be used, and she hoped that would be presented at the August or September City Council meetings. Mayor Austin reported thatt the City hada alsol been asking for suggestions, which shel had only heard from one or two council members. Mayor Austin reported that the KFC on the corner of. Jennings Station Road and Ada Wortley Avenue was still working onl building their newi restaurant. North County Fire & Rescue. Protection District was still working on plans for the new firehouse on Jennings Station Road; the new Jennings City Hall and Recreation Center, the City has been meeting with KAI Architects on finishing design; the Speedway gas station and convenience store was still working to be on the south end ofJennings. Sher reported that the City was constantly received inquiries from businesses toc come into the city, and it takes everyone and the vision that is set forth for the Jennings  att the door.  who cannot joini inj person are encouraged toj join via zoom.  regarding thej park master plan.  Mayor Austin said that the memo was sent out buti it would be sent out again.  community tol have thel best city inl North St. Louis County. D. MONTHLY DEPARIMENTAL REPORTS  Ont thei motioni madel by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilwoman Brown, the City Council  approved the: monthly department reports. Alli ini favor; none opposed.  E.] REPORTS OF COMMITTEES  1. Ways and Means & Public. Safety Committee - Councilman Wilson reported that there wasi no 2.1 Public Works & Building Committee - Councilman Johnson reported that there was ai meeting on Wednesday, July 21, 2021. The committee discussed the purchase of the street sweeper, and through the information provided by Jim, the committee approved the recommendation for the He reported the committee also had a detailed conversation about how the CDBG funds are allocated for demolition and the process in which Kellie has developed for residents to suggest homes for demolition: int the: future. The committee. had a candid conversation aboutt the demolition The committee discussed the placement of the speed bumps, and moving forward, each ward would discuss int the committee where adjustments or placements of speed bumps would be made and havei iti noted ont thei running list ofs streets for at traffic study to keep the process moving. 3. Parks & Recreation Committee - Councilman Stichnote reported that there was no meeting. Willie reported that he spoke with the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding the geese, they want to work with the City ofJ Jennings as long ast the City documents its] progress towards keeping the geese protected and the residents safe. He said that the geese seem not to be doing well and  meeting.  purchase oft the 2021 Schwarze streets sweeper.  process.  Page 11 of15  Prepared by Khianna Ward    with residents feeding them, they get sick and could not leave the park. Willie reported that the Department of Agriculture would liket to seei more: signage and protection of the geese. Willie said thati ift the City makes progress regarding the geese, there could be a 301 to 40j percent decrease in 4. Policy and Ordinance Committee - Councilwoman Anderson reported that there was no 5. Municipal League - Councilman Wilson reported that the MML conference willl be held from 6.P Planning Commission - Councilman Johnson reported that there was a meeting on' Thursday, July1,2021.T The commission approved the construction ofai fires station at 8730. Jennings Station The committee discussed the amendment of the ordinance relating to R-1, R-2, R-3, and C-1 zoning districts to allow the installation of six-foot-high fencing on residential property that resulted in a vote tie. The discussion must return to the Planning Commission to vote on the  theg geese population. meeting.  September 26th to September 29th at Union Station.  Road.  recommendation for an amendment at that time. 7.1 Economic Development Board- - There was no meeting. 8.1 Youth Commission There was: noi meeting. 9.5 Senior Commission - Report provided. F.LEGAL: BUSINESS (Proposed Ordinances)  1. AN ORDINANCE TRANSFERRING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FROM CHRISTOPHER DEEKEN TO JAMES CRANGLE AND DONNA CRANGLE TO OPERATE ANDY'S AUTO REPAIR, INC. AT 8101 WEST Ont the motion for the first reading made by Councilman Stichnote, seconded by Councilwoman Fountain Henderson for Bill #2657. Sam did the first reading of the ordinance. On the motion made by Councilman Stichnote, seconded by Councilwoman Anderson for the second reading, Bill #26571 became Ordinance #25941 by thei following roll call vote oft the councilmembers, voting ini favor: Allan Stichnote, Yolondal Fountain) Henderson,. Janel Brown, Terry Wilson, Gary. Johnson,  FLORISSANT ROAD, IN THE CITY OF JENNINGS, MISSOURI.  Sam did the second reading oft the ordinance.  Phyllis Anderson, Lorraine Clower, and. Joseph Turner.  G.UNFINISHED BUSINESS  1. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JENNINGS, MISSOURI, APPROVING ACONDITIONAL USEI PERMIT AND GRANTING SAMET TO EDNA MCGOWAN TO OPERATE, AN EVENT/OFFICE SPACEI FORI RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES KNOWN AS CLASSY EVENTS, LLC AT 8890 JENNINGS STATION ROAD IN On the motion for the first reading made by Councilwoman Fountain Henderson, seconded by Councilwoman Anderson for Bill #2658. Sam did the first reading of the ordinance. On thei motion made by Councilwoman Fountain Henderson, seconded by Councilman Wilson for the second Bill# #26581 became Ordinance #25951 by the: following roll call vote oft the councilmembers, voting ini favor: Allan Stichnote, Yolondal Fountain Henderson, Janel Brown," Terry Wilson, Gary Johnson,  THE CITY OF JENNINGS, MISSOURI.  reading, Sam did the second reading oft the ordinance. Phyllis Anderson, Lorraine Clower, and. Joseph Turner. 1. Approval of thel Planning Commission. Appointment  H. NEW BUSINESS  Page 12of15  Prepared by Khianna Ward    Ont thei motion madeb by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilwoman Brown, the City Council approved thei recommendation to appoint John Schlereth to the Planning Commission for a four-  year term. Alli ini favor; none opposed.  2. Approval oft the Senior Commission. Appointment  On the motion made by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilwoman Anderson, the City Council approved the appointment of Lola Nash for a two-year term to the Senior Commission.  Alli ini favor; none opposed. 3. Approval of the Special Event Permit  On the motion made by Councilwoman Clower, seconded by Councilwoman Anderson, the City Council approved the Special Event Permit for Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church tol hosta a Back-to-School Giveaway event on August 28, 2021. All in favor; none opposed. 4.Approval of the Engineering Sve recommendation, for Cochran Eng.  On the motion made by Councilwoman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Wilson, the City Council approved the recommendation and proposed bid from Cochran Engineering for engineering design services for the Garesche Street Improvements Project for $102,713 and construction administration, inspection, and testing for $77,035.. Alli in favor; none opposed. On the motion made by Councilwoman Clower, seconded by Councilman Wilson, the City Council approved thej purchase ofthe 2021 Schwarze streets sweeper for $267,161.75.All: in favor;  5. Approval oft the purchase ofa street sweeper  none opposed.  6. Approval oft the linei item transfers for the streets sweeper, purchase  Ont thei motion madel by Councilwoman Fountain! Henderson, seconded by Councilwoman Clower, the City Council approved the line item transfers from multiple accounts to the Equipment Purchases line for $33,500: for the street sweeper purchase. All ini favor; none opposed.  7. Approval of the monthly bills for payment.  On the motion made by Councilwoman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Wilson, the City  Council approved thei monthly bills for payment. All ini favor; none opposed.  LMAYOR'S CLOSING REMARKS  Mayor Austin added that Kellie was working on the demolition request form and wanted to make sure it was able to go directly tol her and asked for a couple of days for Kellie to work that out. Mayor Austin thanked the twenty (20) people who were still participating. She acknowledged that Dr.] Knight] has made aj point tol bej present at the City Council meeting, and she promised to try to  be on thei monthly call to bel kept in thel loop oft things going oni in the City. J.CLOSED SESSION, LEGAL ANDI PERSONNEL RSMO610:021,3)  On. July 26, 2021, on the motion made by Councilwoman Anderson, 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, Anderson, Johnson, Clower, and Turner; none absent; none opposing nor Also, present were Mayor Yolanda Austin; Sam Alton, City Attorney; and City Clerk, Deletra  abstaining. Hudson.  PERSONNEL Thei following actions were taken:  Page 13 of15  Prepared by Khianna Ward    1. Hiring) Full Time Accounting Clerk  Ont thei motion made by Councilwoman Anderson, seconded by Councilwoman Clower, the City Council approved the recommendation from Deletra Hudson, Interim Finance Director, to hire China Johnson for the full-time Accounting Clerk position pending the outcome of all pre- employment testing. Ther recommendation was approved by thei following roll call vote: Stichnote, Fountain Henderson, Wilson, Brown, Anderson, Johnson, Clower; Turner was absent from the  vote; none opposing; none abstaining.  2.  Hiring Part' Time Public Works Laborer  On the motion made by Councilwoman Anderson, seconded by Councilwoman Fountain Henderson, the City Council approved the recommendation from James Maixner, Public Works Director, tol hire Justin Johnson for the part time Public Works Laborer position, pending the outcome of all pre-employment screening. The recommendation was approved by the roll call votes of the following council members: Stichnote, Fountain Henderson, Wilson, Brown, Anderson, Johnson, Clower, and' Turner; none absent; none opposing; none abstaining.  3.  Hiring Part Time Public Works Laborer  On the motion made by Councilwoman Anderson, seconded by Councilwoman Brown, the City Council approved the recommendation from James Maixner, Public Works Director, to hire Tracey Harris for the part time Public Works Laborer position, pending the outcome of all pre- employment screening. Thei recommendation was approved by thei roll call votes oft the following council members: Stichnote, Fountain Henderson, Wilson, Brown, Anderson, Johnson, Clower,  and' Turner; none absent; none opposing; none abstaining. Hiring Full Time Public Works Laborer  4.  On the motion made by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilwoman Anderson, the City Council approved the recommendation from James Maixner, Public Works Director, to hire Rosalyn Turner for the full time Public Works Laborer position, pending the outcome of all pre- employment screening. Thei recommendation was approved by thei roll call votes ofthe following council members: Stichnote, Fountain Henderson, Wilson, Brown, Anderson, Johnson, Clower,  and' Turner; none absent; none opposing; none abstaining. Hiring Alternate Full Time Public Works Laborer  5.  On the motion made by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilwoman Anderson, the City Council approved the recommendation from James Maixner, Public Works Director, to hire Tracey Harris for the alternate full time Public Works Laborer position, pending the outcome of all pre-employment screening. The recommendation was approved by the roll call votes of the following council members: Stichnote, Fountain Henderson, Wilson, Brown, Anderson, Johnson,  Clower, and' Turner; none absent; none opposing; none abstaining.  6.  Promotioni to Corporal  On the motion made by Councilwoman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Wilson, the City Council approved thei recommendation: from Lt.. Jones, Corrections Department, toj promote Venus Johnson to the Corrections Department Corporal position. The recommendation was approved byt the roll call votes of the following council members: Stichnote, Fountain Henderson, Wilson, Brown, Anderson, Johnson, Clower, and' Turner; none absent; none opposing; none abstaining.  LEGAL Thei following actions were taken:  1.  Construction Management Contract Award  Ont thei motion madel by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilman Stichnote, the City Council approved the Construction Management Contract for Emanon Group, Inc. and Irvetta Williams dbal IJAY Enterprise int the amount $180,000. The recommendation was approved by thei roll call  Page 14of15  Prepared by Khianna Ward    votes oft the following council members: Stichnote, Wilson, Brown, Anderson, Johnson, Clower,  and' Turner; none absent; Fountain Henderson opposing; none abstaining.  K. ADJOURNMENT  On the motion made by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilwoman Anderson, the City Council voted the roll call votes of the following council members to adjourn the meeting at 9:31 p.m.: Allan Stichnote, Yolonda Fountain) Henderson,' Terry Wilson, Janel Brown, Phyllis Anderson, Gary Johnson, Lorraine Clower, and Joseph Turner; none were absent; none opposed nor  abstained.  Approved: Attest:  Mayor  -  Waihazy Deletra Hudson, City Clerk Batee  Page 15 of15  Prepared by Khianna Ward