Public Safety Committee

Regular Meeting

St. Louis, MO · August 7, 2025

Minutes

Minutes Public Safety Committee Thursday, August 7, 2025 2:00 PM Kennedy Room Minutes are preliminary and may change until finally approved I. Call to Order The Chair called the meeting to order at 2:27 p.m. II. Roll Call The Chair directed the Associate Clerk to call the roll, and the following members answered their names: Mr. Oldenburg, Ms. Clark-Hubbard, Ms. Sonnier, Mr. Aldridge, Chair Narayan, and President Green. 6 members were present. A quorum was established. III. Approval of Minutes Minutes from Thursday, July 10, 2025, committee meeting. The Chair entertained a motion to pass the minutes from the Thursday, July 10, 2025, committee meeting. Mr. Aldridge moved to pass the minutes from the Thursday, July 10, 2025, committee meeting. Seconded by Ms. Sonnier. The Chair directed the Associate Clerk to call the roll. The Associate Clerk called the roll and the following votes were recorded: The following voted Aye: Mr. Oldenburg, Ms. Clark-Hubbard, Ms. Sonnier, Mr. Aldridge, Chair Narayan, and President Green. 6 Aye votes were cast. The following voted No: None The following voted Present: None The following Abstained: None The following were present but did not vote: None A total of 6 votes were cast. The motion carried. IV. Board Bills for Review (The committee will discuss and take public comment on the following) Board Bill Number 33 Introduced by Alderman Matt Devoti An ordinance, requested by the Sheriff of the City of St. Louis, identifying the powers delegated to the Sheriff while proscribing from the Office those activities not specifically provided to the Sheriff by the Missouri Constitution, by Missouri statute, by City of St. Louis ordinance, or as specifically authorized by the Board of Aldermen. The Chair recognized Mr. Devoti for introducing Board Bill Number 33 as amended in committee before the committee. Mr. Devoti asked to put Amendment Number 2 to Board Bill Number 33 as Amended in Committee before the committee. Mr. Devoti gave a brief description of Board Bill Number 33 and the amendment to section three of the board bill before introducing Casey Millburg, Director of Policy, Mayor's Office, to further explain Board Bill Number 33. Mr. Devoti explained the changes that essentially do two things. He stated that it speaks in terms of requiring the sheriff to submit submissions of requisitions pertaining to necessary expenses to the comptroller and providing with that submission a written explanation as to how the requisition relates to the conduct of the office's business. Secondly, it requires a monthly written report to the committees. He stated that, as it is now written, it requires a report to the public safety committee and the budget committee with respect to expenses that had been incurred the previous month, as well as contracts entered into. After no further discussion, the Chair recognized Ms. Millburg to further elaborate and answer questions related to Board Bill Number 33. The members of the committee asked questions and made comments. After no further questions or comments from members of the committee, the Chair entertained a motion to adopt Amendment Number 2 to Board Bill Number 33 as Amended in Committee out of committee with a Do Pass Recommendation. Mr. Narayan moved to adopt Amendment Number 2 to Board Bill Number 33 as Amended in Committee out of committee with a Do Pass Recommendation. Seconded by Ms. Sonnier. Amendment Number 2 to Board Bill Number 33 As Amended in Committee, Sponsored by Alderman Mat Devoti. To amend said Board Bill, Page 3, Line 6, as follows: Beginning on Page 3, Line 6, strike out the words: “The Sheriff of the City of St. Louis shall not enter any contract for the provision of services not specifically given the Sheriff by the Missouri Constitution, by Missouri statute, or by City of St. Louis ordinance unless approved by a resolution of the Board of Aldermen following a hearing on the resolution in the Public Safety Committee.” And insert in lieu thereof, to read in words and figures as follows: "When submitting requisitions or contracts related to necessary expenses incurred in the conduct of the duties of the Sheriff's Office, the Sheriff's Office shall also provide the Comptroller's Office with a written explanation of how the expense is a necessary expense incurred in the conduct of the duties of the Sheriff's Office. In addition, beginning the month immediately following the effective date of this Ordinance, the Sheriff's Office shall provide by the end of each month to both the Budget and Public Safety Committees of the Board of Aldermen, or their successor committees, a monthly written report detailing the expenses incurred and contracts entered into by the Sheriff's Office." The Chair entertained a motion to adopt Amendment Number 2 to Board Bill Number 33 as Amended in Committee out of committee with a Do Pass Recommendation. Mr. Narayan moved to adopt Amendment Number 2 to Board Bill Number 33 as Amended in Committee out of committee with a Do Pass Recommendation. Seconded by Ms. Sonnier. The Chair directed the Associate Clerk to call the roll. The Associate Clerk called the roll and the following votes were recorded: The following voted Aye: Mr. Oldenburg, Ms. Clark-Hubbard, Ms. Sonnier, Mr. Aldridge, Chair Narayan, and President Green. 6 Aye votes were cast. The following voted No: None The following voted Present: None The following Abstained: None The following were present but did not vote: None A total of 6 votes were cast. The motion carried. The Chair recognized Mr. Aldridge for introducing Amendment Number 1 to Board Bill Number 33 as Amended in Committee before the committee. Mr. Aldridge asked to put Amendment Number 1 before the committee. Mr. Aldridge gave a brief description of Amendment Number 1 to Board Bill Number 33 as Amended in Committee. After no further discussion, the Chair opened the discussion up to members of the committee for questions and comments. The members of the committee asked questions and made comments. Hearing no further questions or comments from members of the committee, the Chair opened the discussion up to members of the public for public testimony. In Support of Board Bill Number 33 as Amended in Committee 1. Joshua Lawrence, 1st ward In Opposition of Board Bill Number 33 as Amended in Committee 1. David Mason 2. Yosef Yasharahla After no further testimony from members of the public, the Chair opened the discussion up to members of the committee for questions and comments. The members of the committee asked questions and made comments. Hearing no further questions or comments from members of the committee, the Chair entertained a motion to adopt Amendment Number 1 to Board Bill Number 33 as Amended out of committee with a Do Pass Recommendation. Mr. Aldridge moved to adopt Amendment Number 1 to Board Bill Number 33 as Amended out of committee with a Do Pass Recommendation. Seconded by Ms. Sonnier. Amendment No. 1 to Board Bill Number 33 As Amended in Committee Sponsor: Alderman Rasheen Aldridge, Jr. To amend said Board Bill as follows: 1. Change the name of “SECTION FOUR. SEVERABILITY:” to “SECTION FIVE. SEVERABILITY:” 2. Change the name of “SECTION FIVE. EMERGENCY CLAUSE:” to “SECTION SIX. EMERGENCY CLAUSE:” and insert the following words after Section Three: SECTION FOUR. SUNSET CLAUSE. Section Three of this ordinance shall be repealed effective immediately upon the Sheriff’s Office submitting twelve reports to the Board of Aldermen in accordance with the rules and requirements outlined in Section Three. Mr. Aldridge requested the previous roll. Hearing no objection to the request for the previous roll, the Chair adopted Amendment Number 1 to Board Bill Number 33 as Amended in Committee out of committee with a Do Pass Recommendation. The Chair directed the Associate Clerk to record the votes from the previous roll. The Associate Clerk recorded the votes from the previous roll, and the following votes were recorded: The following voted Aye: Mr. Oldenburg, Ms. Clark-Hubbard, Ms. Sonnier, Mr. Aldridge, Chair Narayan, and President Green. 6 Aye votes were cast. The following voted No: None The following voted Present: None The following Abstained: None The following were present but did not vote: None A total of 6 votes were cast. The motion carried. The Chair recognized Mr. Devoti to give his final remarks. After no further discussion, the Chair entertained a motion to pass Board Bill Number 33 as Amended in Committee out of committee with a Do Pass Recommendation. Mr. Aldridge moved to pass Board Bill Number 33 as Amended in Committee out of committee with a Do Pass Recommendation. Seconded by Mr. Oldenburg. The Chair directed the Associate Clerk to call the roll. The Associate Clerk called the roll and the following votes were recorded: The following voted Aye: Mr. Oldenburg, Ms. Clark-Hubbard, Ms. Sonnier, Mr. Aldridge, Chair Narayan, and President Green. 6 Aye votes were cast. The following voted No: None The following voted Present: None The following Abstained: None The following were present but did not vote: None A total of 6 votes were cast. The motion carried. V. Resolutions for Review None VI. Committee Discussions (The committee will discuss and take public comment on the following) Discussion Item Number 1 Demolitions The committee will discuss demolitions in the City. The Chair recognized Laura Gin, Vacancy Strategist, St. Louis Development Corporation (SLDC). Ms. Ginn discussed her role as the Vacancy Strategist with SLDC. Ms. Ginn detailed her role as the Vacancy Strategist with SLDC, emphasizing her efforts to facilitate collaboration among various city departments on projects concerning vacant properties. She also shared insights into her current responsibilities with the Mayor's Office, particularly her involvement in tornado recovery efforts. This includes leading both immediate and long-term debris removal from private properties and managing demolition and infrastructure recovery. Additionally, Ms. Ginn highlighted the contractor check-in system implemented through the STL City permit process. This system requires contractors to notify the city within 24 hours of starting a wrecking project, ensuring that the Health Inspector, Building Inspector, and the Citizen Service Bureau are all kept informed of the project's status. After no further discussion, the Chair opened the discussion up to the members of the committee for questions and comments. The members of the committee asked questions and made comments. Hearing no further questions or comments from members of the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting. VII. Acknowledgment of Any Written Testimony None VIII. Announcements None IX. Excused Members The Chair excused Ms. Velazquez for necessary absence. X. Adjournment Having no other business to discuss, the Chair entertained a motion to adjourn the meeting. Ms. Sonnier moved to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Ms. Clark-Hubbard. Mr. Narayan requested the previous roll. Hearing no objection to the previous roll, The vote was carried by unanimous consent. The meeting adjourned at 9:33 p.m. [MIN_SIGNATURES]

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Agenda Public Safety Committee Meeting St. Louis Board of Aldermen Thursday, August 7, 2025 - 2:00 PM Kennedy Room President Megan Green Alderman Bret Narayan, Chair Alderman Rasheen Aldridge, Vice Chair Committee Members: Alderman Thomas Oldenburg Alderwoman Shameem Clark-Hubbard Alderwoman Alisha Sonnier Alderwoman Daniela Velazquez Order of Business I. Call to Order II. Roll Call III. Approval of Minutes Minutes from Thursday, July 10, 2025, committee meeting. IV. Board Bills for Review (The committee will discuss and take public comment on the following) Board Bill Number 33 Introduced by Alderman Matt Devoti An ordinance, requested by the Sheriff of the City of St. Louis, identifying the powers delegated to the Sheriff while proscribing from the Office those activities not specifically provided to the Sheriff by the Missouri Constitution, by Missouri statute, by City of St. Louis ordinance, or as specifically authorized by the Board of Aldermen. V. Resolutions for Review None VI. Committee Discussions (The committee will discuss and take public comment on the following) Discussion Item Number 1 Page 1 of 20 Demolitions The committee will discuss demolitions in the City. VII. Acknowledgment of Any Written Testimony VIII. Announcements IX. Excused Members X. Adjournment Page 2 of 20 Minutes Public Safety Committee Meeting Board of Aldermen Thursday, July 10, 2025 - 2:00 PM Kennedy Room Alderman Bret Narayan, Chair President Megan Green Alderman Rasheen Aldridge, Vice Chair Committee Members: Alderman Thomas Oldenburg Alderwoman Shameem Clark-Hubbard Alderwoman Alisha Sonnier Alderwoman Daniela Velazquez Order of Business I. Call to Order The Chair called the meeting to order at 2:20 p.m. II. Roll Call The following members were present: Mr. Oldenburg, Ms. Clark-Hubbard, Ms. Velazquez, Ms. Sonnier, Mr. Aldridge, and Chair Narayan. 6 members were present. A quorum was established. III. Approval of Minutes Minutes of Thursday, May 29, 2025, committee meetings. The Chair entertained a motion to approve the minutes of Thursday, May 29, 2025, committee meetings committee meeting. Ms. Clark-Hubbard moved to approve the Thursday, May 29, 2025, committee meeting minutes. Seconded by Ms. Velazquez. The Chair directed the Associate Clerk to call the roll. The Associate Clerk called the roll and the following votes were recorded: The following voted Aye: Mr. Oldenburg, Ms. Clark-Hubbard, Ms. Velazquez, Ms. Sonnier, Mr. Aldridge, and Chair Narayan. 6 Aye votes were cast. Page 1 of 12 Page 3 of 20 The following voted No: None The following voted Present: None The following Abstained: None The following were present but did not vote: None A total of 6 votes were cast. The motion carried. IV. Board Bills for Review (The committee will discuss the following and take public comment on the following) Board Bill Number 33 Introduced by Alderman Matt Devoti An ordinance, requested by the Sheriff of the City of St. Louis, identifying the powers delegated to the Sheriff while proscribing from the Office those activities not specifically provided to the Sheriff by the Missouri Constitution, by Missouri statute, by City of St. Louis ordinance, or as specifically authorized by the Board of Aldermen. The Chair recognized Mr. Devoti to introduce Board Bill Number 33 before the committee. Mr. Devoti gave a brief description of Board Bill Number 33 and the purpose of the bill. After no further discussion, Chair Narayan opened the discussion up to members of the committee for questions and comments. Members of the committee asked questions and made comments. After hearing no further questions or comments from members of the committee the Chair opened the discussion up to members of the public for public testimonies. In Opposition of Board Bill Number 33 1. Brother Todd-El After no further testimonies from members of the public the Chair turned the meeting over to Vice-Chair Aldridge to Chair. Vice-Chair Aldridge recognized Mr. Devoti to discuss and take up amendments to Board Bill Number 33. Mr. Devoti put Amendment Number 1 before the committee and gave a brief description of the amendment. Page 2 of 12 Page 4 of 20 After no further discussion, Vice-Chair Aldridge entertained a motion to adopt Amendment Number 1 to Board Bill Number 33 out of committee with a Do Pass Recommendation. Ms. Clark-Hubbard moved to adopt Amendment Number 1 to Board Bill Number 33 out of committee with a Do Pass Recommendation. Seconded by Mr. Oldenburg. Amendment No. 1 To Board Bill No. 33 Amendment sponsored by Alderman Devoti To amend said Board Bill, Page 2, Line 18, to Page 2, Line 18, as follows: Beginning on Page 2, Line 18, after the word(s) “conduct searches, investigate crimes, collect,” strike out the following words and figures: “and secure.” The Chair directed the Associate Clerk to call the roll. The Associate Clerk called the roll and the following votes were recorded: The following voted Aye: Mr. Oldenburg, Ms. Clark-Hubbard, Ms. Velazquez, Ms. Sonnier, and Mr. Aldridge, 5 Aye votes were cast. The following voted No: None The following voted Present: None The following Abstained: None The following were present but did not vote: None A total of 5 Aye votes were cast. The motion carried. Vice-Chair Aldridge recognized Mr. Devoti to discuss and take up Amendment Number 2 to Board Bill Number 33 as Amended. Mr. Devoti put Amendment Number 2 before the committee and gave a brief description of the amendment. After no further discussion, Vice-Chair Aldridge turned the meeting back over to Chair Narayan. Chair Narayan entertained a motion to adopt Amendment Number 2 to Board Bill Number 33 as Amended out of committee with a Do Pass Recommendation. Mr. Narayan moved to adopt Amendment Number 2 to Board Bill Number 33 as Amended out of committee with a Do Pass Recommendation. Page 3 of 12 Page 5 of 20 Seconded by Mr. Oldenburg. Amendment Number 2 to Board Bill Number 33 Introduced by Alderman Matt Devoti To amend said Board Bill, Page 2, Line 21, as follows: Beginning on Page 2, Line 21, strike out the words: “The Sheriff of the City of St. Louis shall not enter any contract for the provision of services not specifically given the Sheriff by the Missouri Constitution, by Missouri statute, or by City of St. Louis ordinance unless approved by a resolution of the Board of Aldermen following a hearing on the resolution in the Public Safety Committee.” And insert in lieu thereof, to read in words and figures as follows: "When submitting requisitions or contracts related to necessary expenses incurred in the conduct of the duties of the Sheriff's Office, the Sheriff's Office shall also provide the Comptroller's Office with a written explanation of how the expense is a necessary expense incurred in the conduct of the duties of the Sheriff's Office. In addition, beginning the month immediately following the effective date of this Ordinance, the Sheriff's Office shall provide by the end of each month to both the Budget and Public Safety Committees of the Board of Aldermen, or their successor committees, a monthly written report detailing the expenses incurred and contracts entered into by the Sheriff's Office." The Chair directed the Associate Clerk to call the roll. The Associate Clerk called the roll and the following votes were recorded: The following voted Aye: Mr. Oldenburg, Ms. Clark-Hubbard, and Chair Narayan. 3 Aye votes were cast. The following voted No: Ms. Sonnier and Mr. Aldridge Two The following voted Present: Ms. Velazquez One The following Abstained: None The following were present but did not vote: None A total of 3 Aye votes, 2 No votes, and 1 Present vote were cast. The motion failed. Chair Narayan recognized Mr. Aldridge to discuss and take up Amendment Number 3 to Board Bill Number 33 as Amended. Page 4 of 12 Page 6 of 20 Mr. Aldridge put Amendment Number 3 before the committee and gave a brief description of the amendment. After no further discussion, Chair Narayan entertained a motion to adopt Amendment Number 3 to Board Bill Number 33 as Amended out of committee with a Do Pass Recommendation. Mr. Aldridge moved to adopt Amendment Number 3 to Board Bill Number 33 as Amended out of committee with a Do Pass Recommendation. Seconded by Ms. Sonnier. Amendment No. 3 To Board Bill No. 33 Amendment Sponsor: Aldridge Jr. To amend said Board Bill as follows: Strike out: “, and the transport and protection of detainees in the custody of the Department of Corrections to receive hospital, medical, and psychological treatment. ” And insert the following words and figures: A period to end the sentence grammatically correct and an “and” to make the list grammatically correct. To be read as: SECTION ONE. The Sheriff of the City of St. Louis shall possess and exercise all powers and duties given the Sheriff by the Missouri Constitution, by Missouri statute, and by City of St. Louis ordinance; such powers and duties include protection of the 22nd Judicial Circuit, Circuit and Associate Circuit courts, service of summons and legal process, and issuance of conceal carry permits. The Chair directed the Associate Clerk to call the roll. The Associate Clerk called the roll and the following votes were recorded: The following voted Aye: Ms. Sonnier, and Mr. Aldridge. 2 Aye votes were cast. The following voted No: Mr. Oldenburg, Ms. Clark-Hubbard, and Mr. Narayan Three The following voted Present: Ms. Velazquez One The following Abstained: None The following were present but did not vote: None A total of 2 Aye votes, 3 No votes, and 1 Present vote were cast. The motion failed. Page 5 of 12 Page 7 of 20 Chair Narayan recognized Mr. Aldridge to discuss and take up Amendment Number 3 to Board Bill Number 33 as Amended. Mr. Aldridge put Amendment Number 3 before the committee and gave a brief description of the amendment. After no further discussion, Chair Narayan entertained a motion to adopt Amendment Number 3 to Board Bill Number 33 as Amended out of committee with a Do Pass Recommendation. Mr. Aldridge moved to adopt Amendment Number 3 to Board Bill Number 33 as Amended out of committee with a Do Pass Recommendation. Seconded by Ms. Velazquez. Amendment No. 4 to Board Bill No. 33 by Alderwoman Alisha Sonnier To amend said Board Bill on Page 2, Line 20, as follows: Beginning on Page 2, Line 20, insert the following sentences at the end of Section Two: “The sheriff and sworn deputies of the office of sheriff of the City of St. Louis shall not be required to obtain training and licensure by the peace officer standards and training commission under Chapter 590 of the Revised Missouri Statutes. The sheriff and any sworn deputy who is trained and licensed as a peace officer shall not be considered a law enforcement officer for any other purpose outside of Chapter 57, RSMo., or Chapter 84, RSMo.” The Chair directed the Associate Clerk to call the roll. The Associate Clerk called the roll and the following votes were recorded: The following voted Aye: Ms. Sonnier, and Mr. Aldridge 2 Aye votes were cast. The following voted No: Mr. Oldenburg, Ms. Clark-Hubbard, and Mr. Narayan Three The following voted Present: Ms. Velazquez One The following Abstained: None The following were present but did not vote: None A total of 2 Aye votes, 3 No votes, and 1 Present vote were cast. The motion failed. Page 6 of 12 Page 8 of 20 After no further discussion the Chair recognized Mr. Devoti to give his final closing on Board Bill Number 33 as Amended. Mr. Devoti gave his final closing on Board Bill Number 33 as Amended and held Board Bill Number 33 as Amended in committee. V. Resolutions for Review (The committee will discuss the following and take public comment on the following) Resolution Number 51 Introduced by Alderman Bret Narayan, Rasheen Aldridge NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that pursuant to Ordinance Number 67794 the Public Safety Committee does hereby approve the recommendations of the Public Safety Committee for the appropriation of unexpended crime prevention program funds from the City of St. Louis’ Fiscal Year 2024 and Fiscal Year 2025 in the amount of 1,974,015.91 as outlined in Exhibit A attached. Chair Narayan gave a brief description of Resolution Number 51 and stated that he had an Exhibit A to be added to Resolution Number 51. After no further discussion the Chair opened the discussion up to members of the committee for questions and comments. Mr. Aldridge put a verbal Amendment 1 to Resolution Number 51 before the committee. Mr. Aldridge gave a verbal description of Amendment Number to Resolution Number 51. After no further discussion, the Chair opened the discussion up to members of the com mittee for questions and comments. Members of the committee asked questions and made comments. Hearing no further questions or comments from members of the committee the Chair entertained a motion to pass Amendment Number 1 to Resolution Number 51 out of committee with a Do Pass Recommendation. Mr. Aldridge moved to pass Amendment Number 1 to Resolution Number 51 out of committee with a Do Pass Recommendation. Seconded by Ms. Sonnier. Amendment No. 1 to Resolution No. 51 by Alderman Rasheen Aldridge To reallocate twenty thousand dollars $20,000 from Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri, twenty thousand dollars $20,000 from Affinia Healthcare, and twenty thousand dollars $20,000 from MERS Goodwill to disburse twenty thousand dollars $20,000 to Believe It Youth Page 7 of 12 Page 9 of 20 Organization, twenty thousand dollars $20,000 to Marian Middle School, and twenty thousand dollars $20,000 to Roosevelt Community Council. The Chair directed the Associate Clerk to call the roll. The Associate Clerk called the roll and the following votes were recorded: The following voted Aye: Mr. Oldenburg, Ms. Sonnier, and Mr. Aldridge. 3 Aye votes were cast. The following voted No: Ms. Clark-Hubbard, Ms. Velazquez and Mr. Narayan Three The following voted Present: None The following Abstained: None The following were present but did not vote: None A total of 3 Aye votes, 3 No votes were cast. The motion failed. Hearing no further discussion, the Chair put Amendment Number 2 to Resolution Number 51 before the committee. The Chair gave a description of Amendment Number 2. After no further discussion, the Chair asked the members of the committee for questions and comments. Hearing no further questions or comments from members of the committee the Chair entertained a motion to adopt Exhibit A (Office of Violence and Prevention’s Recommendations) to Resolution Number 51 out of committee with a Do Pass Recommendation. Mr. Narayan moved to adopt Exhibit A (Office of Violence and Prevention’s Recommendations) to Resolution Number 51 out of committee with a Do Pass Recommendation. Seconded by Mr. Oldenburg. Page 8 of 12 Page 10 of 20 Resolution Number 51 As Amended in Committee Exhibit A Organization Name Award Amount 4 Walls and Beyond $99,500.00 22nd Judicial Circuit Court $17,405.00 Affinia Healthcare $100,000.00 BBBSEMO $80,000.00 Better Family Life $100,000.00 Boys and Girls Club of Greater St. Louis $100,000.00 Children Advocacy Services of Greater STL $99,632.00 Diamond Divas $100,000.00 Employment Connection $100,000.00 Families United $100,000.00 Jacob’s Ladder Ministries $100,000.00 KHAOS, Inc $100,000.00 Lift for Life Gym $80,000.00 MERS Goodwill $99,674.46 Metro Theater Company $50,000.00 My 180 Youth $99,340.00 Pianos for People $50,000.00 Propel Kitchens $84,900.00 STL Story Stitchers $99,294.45 The Community Wellness Project $100,000.00 Thomas Dunn Learning Center $39,270.00 Throwing and Growing $100,000.00 Youth and Family Center $75,000.00 Total $1,974,015.91 Page 9 of 12 Page 11 of 20 The Chair directed the Associate Clerk to call the roll. The Associate Clerk called the roll and the following votes were recorded: The following voted Aye: Mr. Oldenburg, Ms. Clark-Hubbard, Ms. Velazquez, Ms. Sonnier, Mr. Aldridge, and Chair Narayan. 6 Aye votes were cast. The following voted No: None The following voted Present: None The following Abstained: None The following were present but did not vote: None A total of 6 Aye votes were cast. The motion carried. After no further discussion the Chair entertained a motion to adopt Resolution Number 51 as Amended and pass it out of committee with a Do Pass Recommendation. Mr. Narayan moved to adopt Resolution Number 51 as Amended and pass it out of committee with a Do Pass Recommendation. Seconded by Ms. Clark-Hubbard. Mr. Narayan requested the previous roll. Hearing no objection to the previous roll the Chair passed Resolution Number 51 as Amended out of committee with a Do Pass Recommendation. The Associate Clerk recorded the votes from the previous roll. The following voted Aye: Mr. Oldenburg, Ms. Clark-Hubbard, Ms. Velazquez, Ms. Sonnier, Mr. Aldridge, and Chair Narayan. 6 Aye votes were cast. The following voted No: None The following voted Present: None Page 10 of 12 Page 12 of 20 The following Abstained: None The following were present but did not vote: None A total of 6 Aye votes were cast. The motion carried. VI. Committee Discussions (The committee will discuss the following and take public comment on the following) Item Number 1 Unexpended Crime Prevention Program Funds The committee will discuss proposals received from various community organizations and agencies related to funding youth crime prevention programs from unexpended funds from the City's Fiscal Years of 2024 and 2025. The Public Safety Committee may recess and convene as the Public Safety - Prop S Subcommittee to discuss various proposals and return to the Public Safety Committee meeting to finally adopt Resolution Number 51 listed below. Chair Narayan opened the discussion up to members of the public for public testimonie s on Prop S Funds and their organizations as it relates to funding youth crime prevention programs. Unexpended Crime Prevention Programs Funds 1. Kristin Gumper, Marian Middle School 2. Norah Ryan, Roosevelt Community Council 3. Joyce Smith, Believe It Youth Organization Hearing no further testimonies from members of the public the Chair opened the discussion to members of the committee for questions and comments. Members of the committee asked questions and made comments. After hearing no further questions or comments from members of the committee the Chair entertained a motion to approve the Office of Violence and Preventions recommendation for Exhibit A to Resolution Number 51. VII. Acknowledgment of Any Written Testimony There are 15 written testimonies pertaining to Prop S provided in the Google Drive for review. VIII. Announcements None Page 11 of 12 Page 13 of 20 IX. Excused Members All members were present. X. Adjournment Having no other business to discuss, the Chair entertained a motion to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Aldridge moved to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Mr. Narayan. Mr. Aldridge requested the previous roll. Hearing no objection to the previous roll, The vote was carried by unanimous consent. The meeting adjourned at 4:39 p.m. Page 12 of 12 Page 14 of 20 Summary Board Bill Number 33 As Amended in Committee Introduced by Alderman Matt Devoti June 13, 2025 An ordinance, requested by the Sheriff of the City of St. Louis, identifying the powers delegated to the Sheriff while proscribing from the Office those activities not specifically provided to the Sheriff by the Missouri Constitution, by Missouri statute, by City of St. Louis ordinance, or as specifically authorized by the Board of Alderman. Page 15 of 20 BOARD BILL NUMBER 33 AS AMENDED IN COMMITTEE INTRODUCED BY ALDERMAN MATT DEVOTI 1 An ordinance, requested by the Sheriff of the City of St. Louis, identifying the powers delegated 2 to the Sheriff while proscribing from the Office those activities not specifically provided to the 3 Sheriff by the Missouri Constitution, by Missouri statute, by City of St. Louis ordinance, or as 4 specifically authorized by the Board of Alderman. 5 WHEREAS, there exists a long-standing issue about the powers and duties of the Sheriff of the 6 City of St. Louis, which has led to disagreement, disharmony, dispute, and conflict between the 7 Sheriff, the 22nd Judicial Circuit, the Department of Corrections, and the Executive Branch, and 8 distrust, suspicion, and skepticism of the Office by the public; and 9 WHEREAS, on June 2, 2025, Sheriff Alfred Montgomery appeared before the Board of 10 Alderman, Budget and Public Employees Committee; that during his appearance Sheriff 11 Montgomery stated his support for legislation identifying the duties and responsibilities of his 12 Office while acknowledging his Office’s long-standing role transporting and supervising 13 detainees requiring hospital, medical, and psychological care from the Criminal Justice Center; 14 and 15 WHEREAS, Section 57.090 R.S.Mo. provides that all sheriffs in the State of Missouri shall 16 attend each division of the Circuit Court presided over by a Circuit or Associate Circuit Judge; 17 and 18 WHEREAS, Section 57.100 R.S.Mo. provides that all sheriffs in the State of Missouri shall 19 commit to jail all felons and traitors, execute all processes directed by legal authority, and 20 maintain, house, and issue concealed carry permits as otherwise specified by Missouri law; and 21 WHEREAS, Section 57.290 R.S.Mo. provides that all sheriffs in the State of Missouri shall take Page 1 of 3 Board Bill Number 33 As Amended in Committee Devoti June 13, 2025 Page 16 of 20 1 convicted offenders to reception and diagnostic centers as designated by the Director of the 2 Department of Corrections; and 3 WHEREAS, Section 57.450 R.S.Mo. provides that all general laws relating to all sheriffs in the 4 State of Missouri shall apply to the City of St. Louis Sheriff, except that the City of St. Louis 5 Sheriff shall not enforce the general criminal laws of the State of Missouri unless such 6 enforcement shall be incidental to their customary duties; and 7 WHEREAS, Section 57.470 R.S.Mo. provides that the City of St. Louis Sheriff shall serve all 8 processes of the Circuit Court, except the municipal division, in the City of St. Louis; and 9 WHEREAS, the Sheriff of the City of St. Louis is not a law enforcement agency as that term is 10 used under Missouri statute and understood in Missouri’s common law. 11 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS AS FOLLOWS: 12 SECTION ONE. The Sheriff of the City of St. Louis shall possess and exercise all powers and 13 duties given the Sheriff by the Missouri Constitution, by Missouri statute, and by City of St. 14 Louis ordinance; such powers and duties include protection of the 22nd Judicial Circuit, Circuit 15 and Associate Circuit courts, service of summons and legal process, issuance of conceal carry 16 permits, and the transport and protection of detainees in the custody of the Department of 17 Corrections to receive hospital, medical, and psychological treatment. 18 SECTION TWO. The Sheriff of the City of St. Louis shall not make arrests, subdue 19 subjects, conduct searches, investigate crimes, collect and secure evidence, or otherwise 20 enforce the general criminal laws of the State of Missouri and City of St. Louis, except as 21 specifically provided by the Missouri Constitution, by Missouri statute, and by City of St. 22 Louis ordinance. The sheriff and sworn deputies of the office of sheriff of the City of St. Page 2 of 3 Board Bill Number 33 As Amended in Committee Devoti June 13, 2025 Page 17 of 20 1 Louis shall not be required to obtain training and licensure by the peace officer standards 2 and training commission under Chapter 590 of the Revised Missouri Statutes. The sheriff 3 and any sworn deputy who is trained and licensed as a peace officer shall not be considered 4 a law enforcement officer for any other purpose outside of Chapter 57, RSMo., or Chapter 5 84, RSMo. 6 SECTION THREE. The Sheriff of the City of St. Louis shall not enter any contract for the 7 provision of services not specifically given the Sheriff by the Missouri Constitution, by Missouri 8 statute, or by City of St. Louis ordinance unless approved by a resolution of the Board of 9 Aldermen following a hearing on the resolution in the Public Safety Committee. 10 SECTION FOUR. SEVERABILITY: If any term, condition, or provision of this Ordinance 11 shall, to any extent, be held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remainder hereof shall be valid in 12 all other respects and continue to be effective and each and every remaining provision hereof 13 shall be valid and shall be enforced to the fullest extent permitted by law, it being the intent of 14 the Board of Aldermen that it would have enacted this Ordinance without the invalid or 15 unenforceable provisions; in the event of a further subsequent change in applicable law that 16 renders valid a provision of the Ordinance that was previously held to be invalid or 17 unenforceable, said provision shall thereupon be restored to its full effect, be capable of 18 enforcement without further action by the City, and shall thereafter again be binding. 19 SECTION FIVE. EMERGENCY CLAUSE: This being an ordinance necessary for the 20 immediate preservation of the public peace, health, and safety, an emergency is hereby declared 21 to exist within the meaning of Section 20, Article IV, of the Charter and this ordinance shall be 22 in full force and effect immediately upon its passage and approval by the Mayor. Page 3 of 3 Board Bill Number 33 As Amended in Committee Devoti June 13, 2025 Page 18 of 20 Amendment No. 1 to Board Bill Number 33 As Amended in Committee Sponsor: Alderman Rasheen Aldridge, Jr. To amend said Board Bill as follows: 1) Change the name of “SECTION FOUR. SEVERABILITY:” to “SECTION FIVE. SEVERABILITY:” 2) Change the name of “SECTION FIVE. EMERGENCY CLAUSE:” to “SECTION SIX. EMERGENCY CLAUSE:” and insert the following words after Section Three: SECTION FOUR. SUNSET CLAUSE. Section Three of this ordinance shall be repealed effective immediately upon the Sheriff’s Office submitting twelve reports to the Board of Aldermen in accordance with the rules and requirements outlined in Section Three. Page 19 of 20 Amendment Number 2 to Board Bill Number 33 As Amended in Committee Sponsored by Alderman Mat Devoti. To amend said Board Bill, Page 3, Line 6, as follows: Beginning on Page 3, Line 6, strike out the words: “The Sheriff of the City of St. Louis shall not enter any contract for the provision of services not specifically given the Sheriff by the Missouri Constitution, by Missouri statute, or by City of St. Louis ordinance unless approved by a resolution of the Board of Aldermen following a hearing on the resolution in the Public Safety Committee.” And insert in lieu thereof, to read in words and figures as follows: "When submitting requisitions or contracts related to necessary expenses incurred in the conduct of the duties of the Sheriff's Office, the Sheriff's Office shall also provide the Comptroller's Office with a written explanation of how the expense is a necessary expense incurred in the conduct of the duties of the Sheriff's Office. In addition, beginning the month immediately following the effective date of this Ordinance, the Sheriff's Office shall provide by the end of each month to both the Budget and Public Safety Committees of the Board of Aldermen, or their successor committees, a monthly written report detailing the expenses incurred and contracts entered into by the Sheriff's Office." Page 20 of 20