JENNENGS  Minutes of the City Council Regular Meeting Telemeeting Via Zoom Video March 22, 2021 Regular Council Meeting 7:00 p.m.  The two thousand four hundred and seventeenth meeting of the Jennings City Council was held  onl Monday, March 22,2021, at 7:00j p.m. via Zoom Video.  A. PUBLIC HEARING  1.1 Petition for a Conditional Usel Permit to operate al Homeless Veteran's Program at 7219 W. Florissant Avenue in the C-2 Shopping and Service commercial district to be named Adore. Home Care,] LLC. Petitioners: Owners, Aniyah Hayes and Ashley Hayes. Mayor Austin asked those speaking for the Conditional Use Permit. Jaclyn Williams and Nicole McBee spoke for the Conditional Use Permit. Ms. Williams said that the purpose of Adore Home Care LLC was toj provide for veterans in a transitional period, to work towards the goal of1 living independently. She said that they will typically be housed at the facility between thirty (30)to ninety (90) days per the recommendation: and evaluation of their case management. Ms. Williams said that placement is arranged through referrals by groups like the BJC Healthcare network and patients must be approved by case management for an extended stay. She said that the facility intends tol housel between four (4) to eight (8) veterans in the home at a time. Ms. Williams said that parking in the area can bel limited, buts shel had written emails from thel Rent-A-Center location nearby that has allowed forj parking on the adjacent lot for visitation and food delivery purposes. Ms. Williams said that there was a large conçern expressed at the public hearing in February of onsite care, shes said thatt they have adjusted thei nursing schedulet toj provide around-the-clock care to assist with veterans' needs and address any problems that may arise. She said that attached to thel home spacei is the commercial area which will be used for administrative purposes only with no direct connection tot thel living space. She explained that this will ensure that the administrative Ms. Williams said that medications are. locked and controlled by staff members. She said that the veterans livingi in thel home are monitored by staff on-site as well as with cameras, which can be monitored: ini the administrative office and! by off-site staff. Councilwoman Clower asked] how they intend tol house four (4) to eight (8)1 people int the two-bedroom house. Ms. Williams said that they intend tol havet two beds per room with additional housing space in the basement. Councilwoman Clower asked about the emergency exit plan and what kind of emergency exits are available on thel basement level of thel house. Ms. Williams said that the basement has one egress window for an emergency exit, or they will install a sprinkler system in case of fire. Councilwoman Clower asked what would happen int the case there was an emergency: int the administrative office, Nicole McBee, Consultant for Adorel Home Carel LLC, said that when Casel Managers are on thej premises, the office will not be utilized after 5 p.m. Councilwoman Clower asked about the monitoring of visitors on the property. Ms. Williams said that they are only allowed in the living space, where someone: at the front desk may be able to1 monitor the visit by eyesight, down thel hall towards the Councilwoman. Anderson reminded Ms. Williams that there should be a sign-up for callers to visit veterans that are housed there. Ms. Williams said the staff will know of visitors on the property and have access to the bedrooms. Councilwoman Clower asked about the size of the bedrooms. Ms. Williams said that she did not know the exact measurements, but she could provide the measurements to her via email and Councilwoman Clower provided her email address. Councilwoman! Brown asked what thel business plan was so that it could bei reviewed. Ms. McBee said that there was a full-scale business plan created and Adore Home Care LLC submitted an outline ofs services tot thel Planning Commission. Councilwoman Brown askedi ifthere wase evidence  interactions do not crossover: in thel home with the veterans' living space.  bathroom.  Page 1of15  Prepared by Khianna Ward    that each person could get out of thel building in the case ofa fire on their own. Ms. McBee said all individuals housed there can self-direct. Councilwoman Brown asked if there would be a directional chart leading ani individual toi fire exits. Ms. McBee said thati it was the requirement of BJC and St. Patrick Center for the Homeless that Adorel Home Care LLC meets the: fire guidelines Mayor Austin askedi ifanyone was speaking against thej petition. No one spoke against the petition. Thej public hearing was closed at 7:13j p.m. Councilwoman Jones commented that she was proud 2.1 Petition for a Conditional Usel Permit to operate a Construction Company utilizing office Mayor Austin askedi ifanyone was speaking for or against thej petition. No one spoke for or against the petition. Dr. Kimberly Morton, the Planning Commission member, asked Mayor Austin to  oft the City.  of Adore Home Carel LLC for forming thel business tol help the community. space at 6621 West Florissant Avenue. Petitioner: Ericl F.1 Harvey.  repeat the Conditional Use Permit. Thej publicl hearing was closed at 7:17p.m.  3.1 Petition for a Conditional Use Permit To amend Ordinance #2569 to be allowed to sell all intoxicating liquors, identified as packaged beer, wine and spirits, at a gas station and convenience store at 5220, 5201, 5260 Jennings Station Rd and 5257 Helen, Jennings, MO 631361 int the C-2 Shopping and Service Commercial district as Speedway LLCunder NAICS code #445310. Petitioner: Mike Bergman, Construction Project Manager, Speedway LLC Mayor Austin asked ifa anyone was speaking for the petition. Mike Bergman, Regional Manager ofs Speedway, said that att the last public hearing the petition was for a Conditional Usel Permit for ordinance #2569. He said that it had come to their attention that Speedway had applied for the incorrect permit for the sale ofj just beer and wine. He said that this petition was for the sale of Ms. Walter commented that she felt, as ai resident, there was enough selling ofl liquor in the area. Mayor Austin thanked her for participating and explained the application for the Conditional Use Permit was brought to thel Planning Commission before it was brought to the City Council.  beer, wine, and spirits.  Thej publicl hearing was closed at 7:23 p.m. B.R REGULARMEETING  1. Call to Order- The meeting was calledt to order at 7:24 p.m.  2. Roll Call  Council members present: Allan Stichnote, Miranda. Jones, Terry Wilson, Jane Brown, Phyllis  Anderson, Gary Johnson, Lorraine Clower, and Aja Owens.  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 Councilwoman Jones, seconded by Councilwoman Clower, the City Council approved the agenda for the: meeting. All ini favor; none opposed. 4. Approval of thei minutes from thel Regular Meeting ofl February 22, 2021.  Ont thei motion madel by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilwoman Jones, the City Council approved thei minutes from thel Regular Meeting of February22,2021.A1: in favor; none opposed. PRESENTATION OF PETITIONERS, REMONSTRATIONS, COMPLAINTS, AND  REQUESTS Prepared by Khianna Ward  Page 2of15    1.1 Employee Recognition by Judge Ezell-Gillespie, City of. Jennings Municipal Court Judge Ezell-Gillespie was not] present to give employee recognition for the Court Department. Jiml Maixner, Public Works Director, recognized1 two ofhiss staffmembers: fort their acts ofheroism. Hes said that Harold Sims and Darnell Jeffries, Public Works Laborers, saw the street sweeper wheni it was on: fire, with fire extinguishers they got the Public Works employee that was driving the sweeper to escape and tried their best toj put out the fire before emergency responders arrived. Jim saidt that the driver almost returned to the vehicle to retrieve his cellphone and coffee cup as the sweeper became engulfedi in the fire, and] Mr. Sims and Mr. Jeffries saved his life by stopping him from returning to the cab ofthes sweeper. Mayor Austin askedi ifthey would be presented with 3.1 Presentation by ChiefGoldstein, North County Fire & Rescue Protection District  2.1 Employee Recognition by Jim Maixner, Public Works Director  certificates. Jim said they would be given to them on the: following day.  Chief Goldstein was not available for thej presentation. 4.1 Presentation of the 2021-2022 Annual Budget  Deletra Hudson, City Clerk, presented the proposed 2021-2022 annual City of Jennings budget. Shes saidt thatt the General Revenue: surplus was $80,788 after the general budget expenses. She said that the City was due to receive $2.6 million from the American Rescue Plan. She said that the expected total revenuei is $12,186,670 and the total expected expenses are $12,105,882. Deletra said that the City is proposing one pay scale salary increase for all full-time staff, which raised thel FICA and] LAGERS amounts: respectively, toi make City salaries more competitive with neighboringi municipalities. Shes saidi that Economic Development was separated from thel Building Department and the Finance Department was being restructured, changing two positions to Accounting Coordinator and Accounting Clerk, and Lt.. Jones was named Director of Corrections and Public Safety. Deletra said that there was al line created for the security consultants to help monitor illegal activity at parks and areas where trash dumping occurs. She said that the salaries oft thel Director of Public Works and the Public Works Foreman were split between the General Fund and Capital Improvement. Deletra said gave al brief description of the City's other funds. Stephanie Bogue, Gilmore & Bell, presented the update of the bond process for the new City Center project. She said that on May 10, 2021, thel land purchase transaction will acquire 11 acres att the old1 location oft thel River Roads Mall for thes site oft thet new City Hall and Recreation Center, which comprises the City Center project. She said that the City intends to use the proceeds from sales tax toj proceed with the bond process. Ms. Bogue saidt that thel Economic Development Sales Tax, one-half cent, began the creation oft the Economic Development Tax Board. She explained thatt thel board! hasi met twicei in] March to discuss the Economic Development Tax Plan and the City Center project. Ms. Bogue said that the Economic Development Tax Board held a public hearing toj pass the resolution for the tax plan and the City Council will be considering an ordinance to  5.1 Presentation by Mark Spykerman of the City Center Project  approve thet tax plan for the City Center project. Mayor Austin thanked Ms. Bogue for her presentation.  6.1 Presentation by a representative from thel Riverview Gardens School District Ishmael Sistrunk, Executive Director of Communications for Riverview Gardens School District, spoke about Proposition E, which would be on the. April Municipal Election ballot. He explained thati it wouldi impact thep parents livingi in thel Riverview Gardens School District ands some. Jennings constituents living int that district. Ms. Sistrunk said that the Tax Levy Committee was comprised of School District Board members, parents, other citizens from many municipalities, and community members. He asked if anyone from. Jennings would like toj participate on the School  Board.  Page 3of15  Prepared by Khianna Ward    He said that the purpose of1 Proposition E was for students, tol help pay for full accreditation, and to make teacher salaries more competitive to attract better teachers. Mr. Sistrunk said that the decrease in state funding affected the 2019-2020 fiscal year, which resulted in a shortage of funding of $1.5 million, and in the present year the district willl lose $2 million in state funding. Hes said that a reduction in funding impacted many Missouri school districts. When thel Riverview Gardens School District lost its accreditation, they transported students to other schools to get educated, which cost the school district $27 million that cannot be recovered. Mr. Sistrunk said that thel lack ofrevenuei is ultimately hurting the children. He said that the school district lost its Mr. Sistrunk was proud to announce that the district accomplished a 1:1 ratio by providing technology toi its students with a Chromebook orl hotspot. He: said that through the Michelle Obama Early Childhood. Academic Center, the school district has been ablet toj provide great learning. He said that slogan of Proposition E was Educational Equity. Mr. Sistrunk said the goal of the Proposition was to equalize resources for their students, preserve opportunities, and educate them tot their max potential. He clarified thatt this wasi not tol be confused with] Proposition R, which was about a tax bond issue in 2018. He explained the difference between the proposition was that a bond was for infrastructure and Proposition E tax levy for programs and anything in the general operatingl budget. Mr. Sistrunk said thati the 20181 Proposition R was used to update thel band rooms, gymnasium equipment, parking lots repaving, and updating the HVAC units in the district Mr. Sistrunk recapped the priority of thel Proposition. He said it was to expand early childhood education. He said that there are 150-200 students on the waiting list. He said that the school district would like to expand transportation outside a mile for the school because often, children are not able to attend school on inclement weather days. Mr. Sistrunk said that the funds from Proposition E would assist in regaining full accreditation, increasing teacher salaries, and allow Mr. Sistrunk explained what thet taxl levy would] lookl liket tol homeowners. He said thatl levy requires 50% plus one vote to get] Proposition Etol bej passed, which could generate about $3.51 million. He asked what the Proposition cost would be. He explained that it would take a rise in the property Mayor Austin asked for a copy ofl his PowerPoint presentation to pass along thei information to others within the community.. Deletra said that there was public comment from Ms. Walter in the Zoom chat window, asking if. Jennings residents could vote on the Proposition. Mayor Austin 7.Comments by thej public. (Please sign in. Comments arel limited to 3 minutes. See Decorum Susan Sneed, President of Kiwanis Club of MO - Jennings Chapter, said that the club was planning tol host ai fishing derby on. June 12, 2021, which will give Jennings a chance to show off Koeneman! Park and perhaps, get! backt tol business as usual. Shes said thatt they are currently working onj permits for the event. Ms. Sneedi invited Mayor Austin toj join the event at 7a.m. Yolonda. Henderson, 8822, Sumter Drive, greeted the City Council. She said that her first concern was that al Republic Services truck ran into her yard, which caused the ground under her brick walkway tol lower. She asked how the City of. Jennings got Republic Services. She said that ifit were: not for the cameras on her home, she would not havel been able to get the situation resolved. Ms.] Henderson commented that the speed bumps were awesome but now drivers are trying to go around the bumps. She reported that there was graffiti at Lillian Avenue on the upper level, expressing that she was concerned thati it could be gang-related. She commented that she did not thinki it was very nice that thel Mayor allegedly took the spot ofothers in getting vaccinated. Ms. Henderson thanked Councilwoman Jones for her service to the City of Jennings and Councilwoman Owens, Jennings alumni. She hoped that the next councilperson will continue to  accreditation in 2017 and they are striving toi regain that.  buildings.  the school district to rise to state standards of education.  tax and asking people to educate themselves.  answered that no, Jennings residents could not.  Ordinance.)  carry the torch.  Page 4of15  Prepared by Khianna Ward    David Green thanked Councilwoman Jones for her service to the City of Jennings and thanked Councilwoman Owens, commenting that he was impressed with her work in Ward 4, and hoped Hei reported that they had not experienced any issues with) Republic Services. He saw aj post made ons social media about Republic Services not having Better Business Bureau (BBB) accreditation and askedi ifthe City was aware oftheir: non-accreditation. Mr. Green saidt that ont the BBB website, Mayor Austin said that there was a lot of discussion int the selection process for a waste disposal vendor. She saidt that the City was takingi note ofconcerns ast they come in and discerning when to look at the Republic Services contract again. Mr. Green asked if the City knew about the company'sratings beforet they accepted thel bid.. Jims saidt thatt the City receivedi references and from what was puti in the packets when thes sealed bids were opened, they seemed highly qualified. He said thatt there was al liaison in thel Building Department to get those complaints resolved. Marietta Beck, no address provided, said that spring has sprung. She reported that at 5400 Hodiamont Avenue, the residents are parking their vehicles in front lawns. She said that on her block alone, three houses arel habitually parking on their front lawns. She asked that the property owner be given a warning. Ms. Beck reminded the public that after trash is picked up, that trash Ms. Beck said that there were tow trucks parked in the driveway at 5426 Hodiamont Avenue, she asked if they could park tow trucks ini the driveway. She reported that at 5479 Hamilton Avenue, that the tenants may have moved out, but they have not had trash service. Ms. Beck said that Republic Services picked up twenty-seven (27) bags of trash and the two trash receptacles. She observed thatt they picked up another ten (10) bags oft trash the previous week and another ten (10) bags after the tenants moved out. Ms. Beck said there were another ten (10) bags of trash left on thep property, two bags of trash were broken by critters, and trash scattered about the lawn. Ms. Beck hoped that the landlord is carefully monitored in the future by the City. She apologized for sounding negative and thanked Mayor Austin. She wished everyone a happy spring. Schona McClellon, Director of Housing, asked for a repeat of the addresses. Mayor Austin repeated the addresses.. Jim said that with the tow truck ordinance, the vehicles could bej personal vehicles, which canj park on1 the property, but the ordinance was specific to the class weight ofthe tow trucks. Councilman Johnson asked what the weight limit was on the trucks. Sam Alton, City Attorney, said thati it was atl least one ton, but he wouldi help. Jim locate the ordinance. Councilman Johnson asked for the information on the ordinance. Sam said that he would provide that 8. Councilmember's Reports (Reports are limited to 10 minutes. See Decorum Ordinance) Councilwoman Owens thanked Mayor Austin and in advance to those who wish her well. Councilwoman Owens wanted to acknowledge Councilwoman Jones for all her work throughout the City as a council member. Councilwoman Owens began her report with a quote. Shes said that she had been a resident for over 30 years, over time she learned that if you see something that needst tol be changed, you can addt toj progress by contributing toi making a change. She gave thanks Councilwoman Owens said that it was very disappointing tol hear Ms. Beck complaining, which she thought added more to issues. She said that complaints, which seemed like personal jabs at individuals do not help in correcting the issue, and Councilwoman Owens said she took them personally. Shes saidt thats shev was taught to1 not] point fingers but rather askl how she could contribute toas solution. Councilwoman Owens said that she sees the same: issues within the community, and everyone is all a part of what is happening in the community. She suggested in the future, that when residents seei issues, they can be aj part oft the community and get out there to act. She would liket to change the tone and doi moret to support each other. She saidt that Ward 41 has been aware of what is happening regarding the vacant property. Councilwoman Owens advised ifmore people get out and do something about the issues that they often reported as complaints, that things can get done for thoses situations. Shes said thati it wasi important to do somethingt to changet thei narrative.  ther new council people will keepi it going.  int the past three years, Republic Servicesl had 4,000 complaints.  receptacles are supposed tol be brought in.  information tol him as well.  to God.  Page 5of15  Prepared by Khianna Ward    Shes saidt thatt there ares SOI many people that contribute to1 making things happen that she would like tot thank, ands shei may forget toi name everyone. Shet thanked] her mother and sister for their support. She thanked her family, extended family, and blended family. She thanked the Jennings alumni community, the Mayor, the Police Department, the. Jennings School District, the Public Works Department, and thel Building Department for being involved int the community. Councilwoman Owens gave a salute to Deletra for keeping operations within the City going as a City Clerk, to Mayor Austin, and those council people coming in the next election. She said she was very connectedi to Ward 4. Councilwoman Owens shared some notes ofwhat shel has observed since she ran her campaign: community engagement, public safety, and business development. Shet thoughti it was important tol buildi rapport with the community and build ai relationship to work together. She said that Jennings and North County had ai reputation. She reported that shel had a pleasant experience with the Jennings Police Department and had real, honest conversations to Councilwoman Owens said regarding business development, shes saluted thel Building Department and Mayor Austin, for the developments that are happening in Ward 4. For example, the Star Residences and new homes being built, and the Speedway gas station that was coming. She was happy tos seej progress being madei in Ward 4. She appreciated the connection built with the senior residents and she valuedt those moments withi them. Councilwoman Owens said that untortunately, during the COVID-19 pandemic, some senior residents were. lost, and shel hoped to honor their Councilwoman Owens gave special recognition to No Competition Barber Shop and Strategic Home Health Carei for doing amazing things for the community, and always trying to give back. She acknowledged: Heather at] Bar 922, for doing al lot fort the community. Councilwoman Owens reported that a great friend ofl hers, Mario, passed away and hosted al Mariol Day and an Adopt-A- Street onl his behalf. She thanked Mayor Austin and] Deletra for helping move those resolutions for Ms. Law, Ms. Stokes, Ms. Dixon, andI Ms. Holbrook. Councilwoman Owens thanked Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church, Word of Faith Church, and New Life Church for their community Councilwoman Cloweri thanked Councilwoman Owens for thej joyi in serving withl her andl learning from her. She said that Ward 4 was moving forward and asked the public tol be patient. She said that A Caring Plusa and othersi in Ward4 4 would] liket tos set upa ai meeting to discuss the trash dumping issues. Councilwoman Clower thanked. Jimi for addressing thei issue atl Helen Avenue and Garesche Avenue regarding the tree. She said that Jim would get back to her regarding the tree. She expressed concerns about the additional streetlights at Garesche Avenue from the new gas station being built but suggested the traffic signal be placed a little farther up the road because she saw thej potential for vehicle accidents to occur. Jim said that he would conduct as survey. Councilwoman Clower followed up ont the trashl build-upi issue with the Family Dollar dumpsters and asked how many pick-ups the company receives, then suggested that the company invest in another dumpster. Jim said that was something that she will have to contact the Building Department about. Jims said thats someone dumped junk into the Public Works recycling dumpster. Councilwoman Clower saidt that Ward 4 was alli ini itt together and asked thei resident with the trash complaint to contact her at 314-412-3189, so they could coordinate working together to get the Councilwoman Clower expressed concern withi resident phone calls regarding having compassion when taking their complaints and responding while they are on the phone. She would like employees to makei residents feel heard. Shet thanked all the City staff; shei reported no complaints ofs staff andt that shei noticed that they often go beyond their duties. She asked residents to contact her. She said that Councilwoman Owens did a great job, and she hoped to continue that or do better. Shes said that many timesi ini talking with each other, everyone. should show compassion and respect fore each other. Shes said that she had been interrupted and asked for residents' help because she was very concerned about Ward 4. Councilwoman Clower said that she was elected by Ward Mayor Austin thanked her and asked her toj put her telephone number in the Zoom meeting chat  build that sense oft trust and toi improve things within the community.  legacy.  engagement.  community cleaned up.  4 constituents ands she is working hard for them. Shel believed it could be done.  for residents.  Page 6of15  Prepared by Khianna Ward    Councilwoman. Anderson hoped that people are surviving the COVID-19 pandemic. She said thats she was sadt to see Councilwoman Owens and Councilwoman Jones go. Shei reported. James Crumb asked if he could get some help with debris from the stormy weather. She asked ifhe Councilwoman. Anderson wished everyone tos stay safe andl hoped that everyone, gets vaccinated. Councilman Johnson recognized Councilwoman Jones and Councilwoman Owens for their service tot the City of Jennings. He said that he appreciated the conversations they havel had inside and outside oft the City Council. He attended the Norwood Township meeting; he was invited by Terry Wilson and Yolonda Henderson. He said that it was good to hear about issues from as state- Councilman Johnson reported that he was appointed to the Advisory Committee, which will be presented at the STL Racial Equity Summit. Hes saidt that the committee discussed cleanup events, ther number ofcleanups! being organized, andt the ongoing trash dumping problem across St. Louis. He encouraged the public tol keep fighting and keep the effort to minimize the effects of trash dumpingi in the community. Councilman Johnson said that there are circles organizing cleanups, Councilman Johnson said that at College Avenue and Idlewild Avenue, some demolitions are moving forward on derelict homes anda al lot ofrehabilitation with properties being put back to use. He said that regarding thej placement ofspeed bumps, he suggested ai meeting with Jim to discuss the speed bumps, phases ofi installation, and the anticipated completion date for speed bump Councilman. Johnson gavet thei rest ofl his time to Councilwoman Owens to continue anyt topics that she was unable to touch on in her reporting time. Councilwoman Owens reported that she had nothing to add. Jim said that the speed bumps were going up presently and speed limit signs are Counciloman Brown thanked Jimi for his work and appreciated personally observing the speed bumps being installed. Councilwoman Brown thanked Officer McCrary for the creation of the Senior Neighborhood Watch agenda. She reported that the Neighborhood Watch was trying to increase the attendance numbers but notl has had much attendance. She thanked Jennings Police Officers for responding to the shots fired very close tol her front door. She reported that the police responded within three to four minutes and informed her of what to do during situations where Shes saidt that sincet traffici is being discussed, the frequency ofs speeding has slowed down but when itd does happen drivers are moving fast. Councilwoman! Brown saidt thats since Ada Wortley Avenue and Berkay. Avenue willl become thei main access: for thei new City Center, she asked everyone that alls safety measures arel kepti in mind! because drivers often do not respect street signage. She said in thei monthly police report, she noticed the number of moving citations were low and she asked Capt. Law why that was. Capt. Law said that citations were down during the COVID- 191 pandemic and officers sometimes give a lot of warnings to speeding drivers. He reported a reduction in crime and with the placement of the street barriers, he has seen a reduction in complaints. Capt. Law reported thati int the first quarter of2021,Jennings was down approximately 52% in crime from last year and as well as violent crime. He said that last year, there were 27 violent crimes in comparison to 2021. Capt. Law reassured her that the additional resources that came to. Jennings will continue throughout the year which should resulti in fewer complaints. Councilwoman, Brown reported that the City Council is planning tol begin a cleanup event for all four Wards, and she hoped to get it on the Public Works schedule because the Public Works equipment ands staff play ane essential parti in thet trash cleanup effort. Shes saidt that this forthcoming event will be like what was hosted by council people about a year or a year and a half ago. Shet thanked Councilwoman Owens for what shel had consistently done for. Jennings and hoped the Councilwomen of Ward 4 follow her lead. Councilwoman Brown thanked Councilwoman Jones for her outstanding expertise on the City Council and the. Jennings School District Board. She wished her well, as Councilwoman Jones moved forward in her new venture. Councilwoman  could get somel help att the cemetery.  wide perspective.  andi invited Councilwoman Clower.  placement.  being fixed, and] he hoped to get Ward 3 streets done soon.  gunshots could bel heard nearby and advised her how tos shelter inj place.  Page7of15  Prepared by Khianna Ward    Brown hoped that she will continue to do the best. She thanked everyone for the outstanding Councilman Wilson greeted everyone and commented that it was good to see everyone looking well. He said that he appreciated the leadership from Councilwoman Owens and that she will truly be: missed by her constituents. He appreciated working alongside her. Councilman Wilson said that he appreciated Councilwoman Jones' friendship and working with her. Het toldl her that he was heret to support heri in anything that she needs. He said that the. Jennings School District Board had their last meeting while she was on the board. Councilman Wilson thanked the Jennings Schooll District for the vaccine event at Gary Gore Community Center. Hei reported that there was a greatt turnout and that the event was well-planned byl leadership from] Dr. Artl McCoy, Councilman Wilson said that North County Fire and Protection District has been rolling out a home visit vaccination operation. He said that to register for the COVID-19 vaccination, go to the St. Louis County website. He commented that Mayor Austin and the City staff did notj jump thel line for vaccinations and advised Jennings constituents not to listen to what the media has Councilman Wilson reported to Schona about a complaint he received regarding a backyard of a. Jennings automotive business which is shared with Bellefontaine Neighbor constituents, and that has been affecting those residents. He said that the resident reported overgrown vegetation behind the business. He: reported that the resident sent him pictures that he could forward but hoped that a Codel Enforcement Inspector could go and check out that business location. Councilman Wilson said that he went on a respectful social media rant to address the trash dumping. Hei reminded the publict thatt trash does notj just disappear when iti is thrown andi messes witht the overall look ofthe community. He asked that everyone held others accountable and pull together to plan cleanups. He said that the quickest way to a cleaner community, is if one sees Councilman Wilson reported that there are some. jobs unfilled in the Public Works Department and encouraged the public to apply for the much-needed part-time Public Works Laborer positions. He acknowledged all thes staff with the City ofJ Jennings and explained to residents that often the staff receives complaints, reminding them to make sure to equally acknowledge their Councilman Wilson said that he could not wait to see the flowers bloom now that spring was here and beginning tol build thei new City Center facility. He said that the City Council has grown together, have remained respectful of each other and constituents, and wished the new City Council members that would be present at the next City Council meeting, good luck. He reminded everyone that the Municipal Election was April 6, 2021, and polls are open from 6 a.m. to 61 p.m. Councilman Wilson recommended that everyone check their voter's registration cards, to make sure they knew where their polling locations were. He said that ifs someone was registered in St. Louis County, they had the option to vote at any polling location. He said that the poll station workers could print their voting ballot, on-demand, from any location. Councilman Wilson said that the constituents of Ward 21 knew how to reach him, and he looked Councilman Stichnote greeted everyone. Hes said that hei invited. Josephl Turner tos seel how things asa City Council member were done. He reported that at 89161 Huiskamp Avenue, there was a Hei reported that Senior Bingo was hosted every Thursday at 11:30 a.m. at the Civic Center. He said that the speed bumps were being placed in front of schools, he believed there should be more placed on Hord Avenue and Cozens Avenue due to speeding. Councilman Stichnote said that! he was atl Koeneman Lakel Park watching a man fish, and the mani reported tol him that there havel been speeding drivers on1 the 20001 block Hildred Avenue and hei requested speed bumps or  turnout.  joined by thel National Guard.  said and listen to the truth.  trash, then to simply pick it up.  hard work as well.  forward to seeing everyone next month. couch dumped at the vacant property.  barriers on Wescott Avenue.  Page 8of15  Prepared by Khianna Ward    Councilman Stichnote thanked Councilwoman Owens for everything shel had done for the City of Jennings, being a team player, and said it was great working with her. He commented that Councilwoman Jones was something else and thanked her for always helping him and for her Councilwoman Jones said that it was difficult to be leaving her role as a council member for the City of Jennings and that she loved everyone on the call. She said she had been living in Jennings for more than half her life and moved from East St. Louis to Ward 2 because the location was prime. Councilwoman. Jones said that was what made. Jennings sO unique. Shes said thats she always believed. Jennings tol bel headedi int the right direction and a great central location. Councilwoman Jones said that Jennings has seen ups and downs ini the seventeen (17): years she had been on the Jennings School District Board, yet to see where it has come in respecting cultures, the children are put first, and that Jennings had one of the best school districts in the Shes said that as shel began her term in 2015, Michael Brown was. killed in 2014, she was moved to do more in the Jennings community. She said that her term was spent serving next to Councilman Stichnote and in the 6 years, they have struggled, laughed, and with their teamwork and peace, Jennings has been able to move forward. Councilwoman Jones said that during her term, shel hads served with three (3) mayors. Shei thanked Mayor Austin, appreciated her, and the City Council members. She reminisced of her years with the City of Jennings and her connections with the other members of the City Council. She said that she would always be a Councilwoman Jones commented that she was grateful for Councilwoman Brown, she appreciated the energy she brought to the Senior Commission and has brought to the City Council. She said to Councilman Stichnote, she appreciated him and that he took his role as councilman very seriously. She said that she expected al lot out ofCouncilman Johnson because hei is willing to do thei research and fight for whati is right. Shes saidt that Councilwoman, Anderson has been such a good friend and has become ai role model and inspiration to her. She said to Councilwoman Clower, she thanked her for taking everything a step up in her role as a councilwoman and she knew her heart and energy would keep things moving forward in Ward 4. Councilwoman Jones said that she had the pleasure of continuing to work together with Councilwoman Owens int the community and she has donei impeccable work in the community. Councilwoman. Jones said that. Jim willl be seeing her and thanked him for thej placement of the speed bumps. She saidt that when Deletra came to. Jennings she asked] her, which was worse- East St. Louis or. Jennings, and she commented on how much the City has grown over the last four (4)years. Councilwoman. Jones saidt thats shet truly appreciated: Deletra's guidance and leadership. Councilwoman. Jones thanked Willie, Schona, Sam- commenting that he was the most amazing City Attorney because he gives his heart and soul in1 his work. She said that he was more than a lawyer but also aj part of Jennings and she appreciated him. She thanked Capt. Law for making himselfavailable. Shes said that there ares sO1 many new businesses in. Jennings and thej parks] look great. She was excited about the placement of the speed bumps, yet there is much work to be done on crime, trash dumping, and Jennings landlords. Councilwoman Jones thanked the Jennings residents for allowing her tos serve them and thanked Shirley Wayne for her letters and Shel knewi it was her time tot taket upl her new role and the next council member of Ward 1 to take upi the torch with new energy. Councilwoman Jones thanked her husband for being supportive. She ended her time with a quote by Frederick Douglas and urged the people of. Jennings to work  service to the City of. Jennings.  area.  friend and neighbor to Councilman Stichnote and Councilman Wilson.  calls.  together.  5.1 MAYOR'S REPORT  Mayor Austin thanked the City of. Jennings Department Heads and councilmembers for working with her. She said she was excited to announce the City welcomed Kellie Shelton, Economic Development Coordinator, tor monitor the workings ofthe Community Block Grant] Fund (CDBG), thel building oft the new Speedway gas station, the newi firehouse coming to the. Jennings area, the building of the City Center project, monitoring vacant property auctions, Mow-to-Own program,  Page 9of15  Prepared by Khianna Ward    and other business development within the City of. Jennings. Mayor Austin gave some time to Kellie greeted everyone and was ecstatic tol be on! board. Shes said thats she started years ago at the Southeast St.] Louisi neighborhood which isi near Barnes-Jewish Hospital around the Kingshighway Boulevard: area ast the Housing and] Development Coordinator there. Kellie said that over the years she has served a couple of other municipalities, such as a Planner of Economic Development in the City of Edwardsville and as Community Development in Economics at the City of Ferguson. She said that she was excited tol be aj part oft the City of. Jennings as the Economic Development Coordinator, to witness the City's longl history, and happy tol build more with thel Mayor and City Mayor Austin said shel has heard about trash dumping in. Jennings. She listed the efforts that the City has made to take on thei issue: by placing cameras in specific areas where dumping occurs, the City has enlisted thel help ofOfficer Bakula who now has a City phone for residents to report Mayor Austin reported' that the City has been monitoring the complaint system and she has been in contact with the Public Works and Building Department. She said that there have been community clean up events and compiling al list of people who do not have trash service, to which Officer Bakula will pay a visit to thosel homes tol let them know that the City was aware that they do not have trash service and direct them of1 how to set up trash service. Mayor Austin said that the Adopt-A-Stop program through the Metrobus is also helpful, if anyone was interested in becoming ap part of thej program, they should contact Margie Brown, Administrative Assistant in thel Building Department, or. Jim. She said that she welcomed emails or phone calls. She urged businesses to get involved, said that Councilman Wilson hoped that the City could come together to reclaim Jennings streets. Mayor Austin said that some other changes that are being made tol help trash dumping are adding security patrol at City parks and other identified areas as sites used fort trash dumping. Shes said that the security patrols happen within af four (4) hour period, and have ai route that they follow, then rotate from spot to spot four (4) to five (5) days a week. Mayor Austin said that she does not feel offense or disappointment about the complaints from residents, shei reminded the public that they are the City's eyes and ears. She reminded them that complaints regarding streets should be directed tol Public Works at 314-381-7184. Mayor Austin reminded. Jennings residents oft thei importance of1 being informed and encouraged them to contact councilmembers about their complaints. She shared the addresses that are included in the upcoming demolitions, and there are up to forty (40) people ont the line and asked constituents to Mayor Austini reported that shel had ar meeting with Walgreens to distribute 500 vaccinations from theirl location. She said that the vaccination registration information would bel located on the City ofJ Jennings website, newsletter or residents may call the City receptionist tol be added to the email list. She said any COVID-19 updates and other announcements may be found on the website as well. She said located on the website is a section for complaints but also compliments. Mayor Austin said that the City staff members welcome compliments as well and that they work very hard. She explained the complaint and compliment process, explaining that ast they come through, Mayor Austin was excited to announce that the City of] Jennings will be receiving funds from the American Rescue Act of $2,600,535. She reported that those funds will be added to the City's  Kelliet toi introducel herself.  Council members. Kellies said that she was excited to get started andl help.  trash dumping. She said that Officer Bakula could bei reached at 314-330-1037.  spread the word.  they go to the City Clerk and are sent on tot thoses specific departments.  General Revenue, asi itisa a one-time disbursement. D.MONTHLYI DEPARTMENTAL, REPORTS  Ont thei motion madel by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilwoman Jones, the City Council  approved thei monthly department reports. All in favor; none opposed.  E.R REPORTS OF COMMITTEES  1. Ways and. Means & Public, Safety Committee - Councilman Wilson reported that there was a meeting every week since the beginning of March due to the formation of the City budget. He  Page 10of15  Prepared by Khianna Ward    recognized the City department heads for the delivery of their budgets. He said that hel has been serving on the Ways and Means & Public Safety Committee for two and a half years, and this budget was thes smoothest from department. heads and1 he thanked Deletra for taking on the task of Councilman Wilson said that the public hearing discussed the total revenue that the City anticipated to receive, the operational budget is staying within its means, and hopes that the City Council approved the 2021-2022 budget fort the: fiscal year. Hes saidt that also presented att thej public hearing was the 30-year longevity salary schedule, which was implemented as an incentive for those employees whol havel been witht the City for an extended time. Councilman Wilson said that 2. Public Works & Building Committee- - Councilwoman Anderson reported that there was no 3. Parks & Recreation Committee - Councilman Stichnote reported that there was a meeting on Tuesday, March 16, 2021. He said that the committee discussed plans about the partnership with the. Jennings School District and he received approval from the committee to act as a liaison from the City. Hes said the committee also received an update onj park funds and how much willl bej paid Councilman Stichnote saidt that the committee also discussed thej purchase of] park benches, which Jimj presented al bid of$1,2301 per bench from a vendor but agreed tol look for a better bid. He said that the committee voted on the placement of the sculpture donation from Baucom's Life Celebration Center at Sievers Park. He said that the committee discussed the approval of thej park dedication signs for Councilman Rodney Epps and Councilman Allan Stichnote and the Councilman Stichnote said that the committee discussed the maintenance of the baseball fields which was ignited by Councilman Wilson, who suggested that the City collect bids for the field 4.1 Policy and Ordinance Committee - Councilwoman Jones reported that there was ai meeting on that evening, through a joint committee. She said that the committee approved the following revised policies: the Administrative Time Policy, thel Fuel Policy, and the Safety Day Incentive Policy. She saidt that the committee proposed another meeting to discuss the landlord registration process, and Councilwoman Jones promised to continue to serve on the committee until shei is 5.Municipal League- - Councilman Wilson said that there was nothing toi report. He said that the University ofMissouri was offeringac course on Economic Development, andi it was an opportunity to get more knowledge of the subject. Hes saidt thati ifa anyone wasi interested inl learning more about 6. Planning Commission Councilman Johnson reported there was ai meeting on March 4, 2021, where the commission discussed the West Florissant Business District. He said that the district began easto of. Jennings Station] Roada and Goodfellow Avenue. He said that the committee discussed Councilman Johnson said thatt the committee discussed three petitions. The firstt that was discussed was the petition to operate a homeless veteran's care program by Adore Home Care LLC, which passed unanimously to recommend to the City Council. The second petition was to operate a construction business by Mr. Harvey, which passed unanimously, and the third petition was to amend the ordinance for Speedway Gas Station and Convenience store to sell beer, wine, and  forming a completel budget.  thes salary schedule was approved by the Ways and Means committee.  meeting.  from the park fund tot the general fund.  replacement of the Pete McDermott signs for a totalof$4,669. maintenance sot the City could gett the fieldsi into better shape.  sworn out ofoffice.  economic development, to contact Deletra to gets signed up.  ther number of Conditional Use Permits int the district.  intoxicating spirits.  Her reported that there was ai meeting scheduled buti it was canceled. 7. Economic Development. Board- Report provided. 8. Youth Commission- There was noi meeting.  Page 11 of15  Prepared by Khianna Ward    9. Senior Commission- There was noi meeting. F.LEGAL BUSINESS (Proposed Ordinances) DEVELOPMENTTAXI PLAN,2021.  1. AN ORDINANCE. APPROVINGTHE CITYOFJENNINGS, MISSOURI, ECONOMIC On the motion for the first reading made by Councilwoman Jones, seconded by Councilman Wilson for Bill #2637. Sam did the first reading of the ordinance. On the motion made by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilwoman Clower for the second reading, Sam did the Bill #2637 became Ordinance #25741 by the following roll call vote oft the councilmembers, voting in favor: Allan Stichnote, Miranda Jones, Jane Brown, Terry Wilson, Gary Johnson, Phyllis 2.ANORDINANANCEAUTHORIZINGTHE CITYOFJENNINGS, MISSOURITO ENTER INTO AND EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MISSOURI FOR THE MOSQUITO CONTROL SERVICE AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING1 THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF JENNINGS TOI ENTER INTO ON BEHALF OF THE CITY ACONTRACT WITH ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MISSOURI FOR MOSQUITO CONTROL On the motion for the first reading made by Councilwoman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Wilson for Bill #2638. Sam did the first reading of the ordinance. On the motion made by Councilwoman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Wilson for the second reading, Sam did the Bill #26381 became Ordinance #25751 by the following roll call vote oft the councilmembers, voting in favor: Allan Stichnote, Miranda Jones, Jane Brown, Terry Wilson, Gary Johnson, Phyllis 3. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JENNINGS, MISSOURI, APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND GRANTING SAME TO ERIC F. HARVEY TO OPERATE A CONSTRUCTION COMPANY UTILIZING OFFICE SPACE AT 6621 WEST FLORISSANT AVENUE, IN' THE CITY OF JENNINGS, MISSOURI. Ont ther motioni for thei first reading madel by Councilwoman Anderson, seconded by Councilwoman Clower for Bill #2639. Sam did the first reading of the ordinance. On the motion made by Councilwoman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Stichnote for the second: reading, Sam didt the Bill #26391 became Ordinance #25761 by the following roll call vote oft the councilmembers, voting in favor: Allan Stichnote, Miranda Jones, Jane Brown, Terry Wilson, Gary Johnson, Phyllis 4. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JENNINGS, MISSOURI, APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND GRANTING SAME TO SPEEDWAY, LLC, TO OPERATEACONVENIENCESTORE, ANDGASSTATION. ANDSELLALLIYPESOF: INTOXICATING LIQUORS INCLUDING PACKAGED LIQUORS, WINE, BEER AND SPIRITS AT 5220, 5201 AND 5260 JENNINGS STATION ROAD AND 5257 HELEN On thei motion for the first reading made by Councilwoman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Wilson for Bill #2640. Sam did the first reading of the ordinance. On the motion made by Councilwoman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Wilson for the second reading, Sam did the Bill #2640 became Ordinance #25771 by the following roll call vote oft the councilmembers, voting in favor: Allan Stichnote, Miranda Jones, Jane Brown, Terry Wilson, Gary Johnson, Phyllis  second reading oft the ordinance.  Anderson, Lorraine Clower, and Aja Owens.  SERVICES.  second reading oft the ordinance.  Anderson, Lorraine Clower, and Aja Owens.  second reading oft the ordinance.  Anderson, Lorraine Clower, and Aja Owens.  AVENUE. IN THE CITY OF. JENNINGS, MISSOURI.  second reading oft the ordinance.  Anderson, Lorraine Clower, and Aja Owens.  Page 12of15  Prepared. by Khianna Ward    5. AN ORDINANCE TRANSFERRING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FROM SANSONE PLAZA ON THE BOULEVARD, LLC TO 24 FRANCHISE LLC TO OPERATE. A SONIC RESTAURANTAT843ILUCAS. AND HUNT ROAD, INTHECITY Ont thei motion fori thei firsti readingi made by Councilwoman Anderson, seconded! by Councilwoman Brown for Bill #2641. Sam did the first reading of the ordinance. On the motion made by Councilwoman. Anderson, seconded by Councilman Wilson for the second reading, Sam did the Councilman Johnson asked ift thel business were changing owners and asked ift thel business would bel leaving. Jennings. Serverio! Napolitano, 24 Franchisel LLC, said there wasi noi intention ofl leaving the City of Jennings and explained that this transfer was to change the business ownership. Bill# #2641 became Ordinance #25781 by the following roll call vote oft the councilmembers, voting in favor: Allan Stichnote, Miranda Jones, Jane Brown, Terry Wilson, Gary Johnson, Phyllis  OF. JENNINGS, MISSOURI.  second reading oft the ordinance.  Anderson, Lorraine Clower, and Aja Owens. G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS  1.A AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF JENNINGS, MISSOURI, APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND GRANTING SAME TO ANIYAH HAYES AND ASHILEY HAYES TO OPERATE A HOMELESS VETERAN PROGRAM KNOWN AS ADORE HOME CARE, LLC" AT 7219 WEST FLORISSANT AVENUE, INTHE CITY On the motion for the first reading made by Councilwoman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Wilson for Bill #2633. Councilwoman Clower opposed. Roll call: Stichnote, Jones, Wilson, Brown, Anderson, Johnson; Clower voted against the ordinance and Owens abstained. Sam did the firsti reading oft the ordinance. Oni thei motion madel by Councilwoman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Johnson for the second reading, Sam did the second reading of the ordinance. Bill #26331 became Ordinance #2579b by thei following roll call vote ofthe councilmembers, voting in favor: Allan Stichnote, Miranda Jones, Jane Brown, Terry Wilson, Gary Johnson, Phyllis  OF. JENNINGS, MISSOURI.  Anderson; Lorraine Clower and Aja Owens abstained. 1. Approval oft the 2021-2022. Proposed. Budget  H. NEW: BUSINESS  On the motion made by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilwoman Anderson, the City Council approved the 2021-2022 Proposed Budget. All ini favor; none opposed.  2. Approval of the 30-Year Longevity Pay, Schedule  Ont the motion: madel by Councilwoman Jones, seconded by Councilman Wilson, the City Council approved the addition of the 30-Year Longevity Pay Schedule to the City of Jennings salary  schedule. Alli ini favor; none opposed.  3. Approval oft the Special Event Permit- GolfToumnament  On the motion made by Councilwoman Anderson, seconded by Councilwoman Clower, the City Council approved the special event permit for Ascension Charity Classic to host the PGA Tour Professional Golf Tournament at Norwood Hills Country Club, from September 6, 2021, to  September 12, 2021. All ini favor; none opposed. 4.Approval oft the Special Event Permit- Photo Studio  Page 13 of15  Prepared by Khianna Ward    On thei motion madel by Councilwoman Anderson, seconded by Councilwoman Clower, the City Council approved the special event] permit for. Justinl Holmes for a grand opening ofa photo studio  at23231 Hord Avenue on April 17, 2021. All ini favor; none opposed.  5.Approval for the revisedj janitorial contract  On the motion made by Councilwoman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Wilson, the City Council approved thei revised janitorial contract for H & W. Janitorial Services for $70,920. Allin  favor; none opposed.  6.4 Approval of the vehicle purchases for the Public Works Department  On the motion: made by Councilman Wilson, seconded by Councilwoman Jones, the City Council approved the vehicle purchases for thel Public Works Department, two 2021 Chevrolet Silverado HDt trucks, one Ford] F-250, and onel Ford F-350, for $67,000.. Alli ini favor; none opposed. Councilman Johnson askedi ift the vehicle purchases were discussed. Councilman' Wilson said that thep purchase oft thet trucks for thel Public Works Department was discussed at the Ways and Means  &1 Public Safety Committee on March 17,2021. 7.Approval of the Revised. Administrative Time Policy  On the motion made by Councilwoman Anderson, seconded by Councilman Wilson, the City Council approved thei revised Administrative Timel Policy. All in favor; none opposed.  8. Approval of the Fuel Policy  On the motion made by Councilwoman Jones, seconded by Councilwoman Anderson, the City Council approved the City of. Jennings Fuel Policy. Alli ini favor; none opposed.  9. Approval of the Revised Safety Day Policy  On the motion madeb by Councilwoman Anderson, seconded by Councilwoman Clower, the City Council  approved thei revised Safety Day Policy. All ini favor; none opposed. 10. Approval of the monthly bills for payment.  Ont the motion made by Councilwoman Anderson, seconded by Councilwoman Clower, the City  Council approved thei monthly bills for payment. Alli in favor; none opposed.  .MAYOR'S CLOSING REMARKS  Mayor Austin said that the City of. Jennings had five (5) Part-time Public Works Laborer to must bei filled. She saidt that the City was having a hard time looking for candidates and encouraged the publict to apply. Shes saidt that some part-timel laborers would worki int thej parks ands some with trash Mayor Austin saidi residents havel been askingf for thep placement ofmorel barriers and speed bumps. She encouraged them to call Public Works at 314-381-7184 sot those streets could be added to the going list and be discussed at the Building and Public Works Committee meeting. She asked that constituents follow those procedures to ensure that the street barrier and speed bump requests are  clean up.  given to the right department.  J.CLOSED SESSION, LEGAL ANDI PERSONNEL (RSMO 610:021-3)  Onl March 22, 2021, on the motion madel by Councilwoman Clower, seconded by Councilwoman Jones, 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, Jones, Wilson, Brown, Anderson, Johnson, Owens, Clower; none absent; none opposing nor abstaining. Also present were Mayor Yolanda Austin; Sam Alton, City Attorney; and City Clerk, Deletra  Hudson.  Page 14of15  Prepared by Khianna Ward    PERSONNEL The following actions were taken: Hire ofPart-Time Public Works Laborer  On the motion made by Councilwoman Wilson, seconded by Councilwoman Jones, the City Council approved the recommendation from James Maixner, Public Works Director, tol hire Roy Miller as the Part-Time Public Works Laborer pending all pre-employment background screenings. The recommendation was approved by the roll call votes of the following council members: Stichnote, Jones, Wilson, Brown, Anderson, Johnson, Owens, Clower; none abstained;  none were absent nor opposed. K.A ADJOURNMENT  On the motion made by Councilwoman Anderson, seconded by Councilwoman Jones, the City Council votedt thei roll call votes oft the following council members to adjourn the meeting at 10:10 p.m.: Allan Stichnote, Miranda. Jones, Terry Wilson, Janel Brown, Phyllis Anderson, Gary Johnson, Aja Owens, and] Lorraine Clower; none were absent; none opposed nor abstained.  Approved: Vand lusken Attest: Bhdblan  Yblanda Austin, Mayor  Deletra) Hudson, City Clerk  Page 15 of15  Prepared by Khianna Ward