City Council - Regular Meetings

Please note, residents can share comments in-person, virtually via Zoom using the “Raise Hand” option, via email or U.S. mail. Written comments will not be read aloud at the meetings. All speakers will be allowed three minutes. Instructions on listening through phone or computer to teleconference available at webstergrovesmo.gov/teleconference. [Please note, due to the ongoing pandemic, masks are recommended.] CITY OF WEBSTER GROVES COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA DATE: TUESDAY – SEPTEMBER 6, 2022 6:30 P.M. LOCATION – CITY HALL IN-PERSON AND VIA TELECONFERENCE #4 E. LOCKWOOD AVENUE 1. BOARD/COMMISSION INTERVIEWS 2. CHARTER REVIEW ADVISORY BOARD INTERVIEWS 3. REVIEW REGULAR AGENDA 4. MAYOR/COUNCIL/CITY MANAGER ISSUES/MEETING UPDATES 5. TOPIC: • Revenue Review 6. APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS & COMMISSIONS 7. EXECUTIVE (CLOSED SESSION) RE: 1. ATTORNEY-CLIENT PRIVILEGED COMMUNICATIONS [MO. STATUTE 610.021 (1)] 2. REAL ESTATE [MO. STATUTE 610.021 (2)] 3. PERSONNEL [MO. STATUTE 610.021 (3)] 4. NEGOTIATED CONTRACT [MO. STATUTE 610.021 (12)] 8. ADJOURNMENT  CITY OF WEBSTER GROVES CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: TUESDAY – SEPTEMBER 6, 2022 8:15 P.M. – SPECIAL START TIME LOCATION–CITY HALL-#4 E. LOCKWOOD IN-PERSON AND VIA TELECONFERENCE Please note, residents can share comments in-person, virtually via Zoom using the “Raise Hand” option, via email or U.S. mail. Written comments will not be read aloud at the meetings. All speakers will be allowed three minutes. Instructions on listening through phone/computer to teleconference available at webstergrovesmo.gov/teleconference. [Please note, due to the ongoing pandemic, masks are recommended.] Welcome to the regular meeting of the City Council. We welcome questions, ideas and comments from persons in attendance. Members of the audience may, however, comment only when recognized by the Mayor or Mayor ProTem if the Mayor is absent. We ask that comments be limited to three minutes in order to complete the agenda within a reasonable time. Comments concerning items not on the agenda should be made during the Remarks of Visitors section of the agenda, near the beginning of the meeting. I. ROLL CALL II. PROCLAMATIONS - Webster Waves Swim and Dive Team - Constitution Week III. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Levying and Establishing the Rate of Annual Property Taxes to be Collected for the Year 2022 by the City of Webster Groves, Missouri • Bill #9192 – First & Second Reading - An Ordinance Levying and Establishing the Rate of Annual Property Taxes to be Collected for the Year 2022 by the City of Webster Groves, Missouri, and Repealing Ordinance No. 9157 2. Levying and Establishing the Rate of Annual Property Taxes to be Collected for the Year 2022 for the Webster Groves Library District • Bill #9193 – First & Second Reading - An Ordinance Levying and Establishing the Rate of Annual Property Taxes to be Collected for the Year 2022 for the Webster Groves Library District, and Repealing Ordinance No. 9158  IV. REMARKS FROM THE COMMUNITY AND VISITORS V. NEW BUSINESS - MAYOR, COUNCILMEMBERS, CITY ATTORNEY, CITY MANAGER VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Bill #9191 – Third Reading – An Ordinance of the City of Webster Groves, Missouri, Amending Chapter 56, “Architectural Review Board”, by Revising Section 56.050 “Permit Applications Submitted to the Board” Including the Process for Administrative Approval and to Clarify the Review Process VII. NEW BUSINESS 1. Bill #9194 – First & Second Reading - An Ordinance Levying the Cost of Abating Certain Nuisances (Cut/Trim, Remove Trash and Debris, Remove Trees, Dump Fees, Board Up, Etc.) as Special Tax Bills Against the Properties Hereinafter Described and Constituting Levies as Liens on the Respective Properties 2. Bill #9195 – First & Second Reading - An Ordinance Repealing Ordinance Number 8270 to Remove the Lot Split Approval for a New Lot at 452 Foote Avenue and Returning the Property to One Lot Addressed as 446 Foote Avenue 3. Bill #9196 – First & Second Reading - An Ordinance of the City Of Webster Groves, Missouri Authorizing the Mayor To Execute a Lease Agreement Between the City and NCWPCS MPL 27-Year Sites Tower Holdings LLC and a Settlement Agreement Between the City And CCATT LLC, Crown Castle International Corp., New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC, And NCWPCS MPL 27- Year Sites Tower Holdings LLC 4. PRESENTATION – Flood Information VIII. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA 1. Approval of Minutes - August 2, 2022 - August 11, 2022 (Special Meeting) 2. Resolution #2022-38 – Authorizing the City Manager to Purchase Two (2) 2023 Ford Police Interceptor Utility Vehicles (4WD) 3. Resolution #2022-39 – Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into an Agreement for the Purchase and Installation of Electric Vehicle Charging Stations at City Hall 4. Resolution #2022-40 –Authorizing the City Manager to Amend the Design Contract for the Elm Avenue at Kirkham Avenue Culvert Project, and to Amend the Budget for FY-2023  5. Resolution #2022-41 – Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into a Purchase Agreement for Two (2) 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E Electric Police Vehicles, and Amending the Budget for Fiscal Year 2023 IX. APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS X. EXECUTIVE (CLOSED SESSION) RE: 1. ATTORNEY-CLIENT PRIVILEGED COMMUNICATIONS [MO. STATUTE 610.021 (1)] 2. REAL ESTATE [MO. STATUTE 610.021 (2)] 3. PERSONNEL [MO. STATUTE 610.021 (3)] 4. NEGOTIATED CONTRACT [MO. STATUTE 610.021 (12)] XI. ADJOURNMENT Individuals who require an accommodation (sign language, interpreter, listening devices, etc.) to participate in the meeting should contact the City Clerk at 314-963- 5318 (fax number 314-963-7561) or Relay Missouri at 1-800-735-2966 (TDD) at least two working days prior to the meeting. NEXT REGULAR MEETING DATE: TUESDAY – SEPTEMBER 20, 2022  BILL NO. 9192 ORDINANCE NO. 9192 AN ORDINANCE LEVYING AND ESTABLISHING THE RATE OF ANNUAL PROPERTY TAXES TO BE COLLECTED FOR THE YEAR 2022 BY THE CITY OF WEBSTER GROVES, MISSOURI, AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 9157 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEBSTER GROVES: Section 1: There is hereby levied for the year 2022 upon all real and personal property in the City of Webster Groves, Missouri, subject to taxation, the following taxes for the following purposes, to wit: A) For general municipal purposes on each $100.00 of assessed valuation, a tax of $0.172 on residential property, a tax of $0.181 on commercial property and a tax of $0.280 on personal property. B) For street improvements on each $100.00 of assessed valuation, a tax of $0.111 on residential property, a tax of $0.116 on commercial property and a tax of $0.181 on personal property. C) For the purpose of paying the City’s contribution to the retirement fund of the sworn Police and Firefighters of the City on each $100.00 of assessed valuation, a tax of $0.163 on residential property, a tax of $0.191 on commercial property and a tax of $0.200 on personal property. D) For the purpose of paying principal and interest on the outstanding Street Bond Issues of the City on each $100.00 of assessed valuation, a tax of $0.241 on residential, commercial and personal property. E) For the purpose of funding the Old Orchard Special Taxing District on each $100.00 of assessed valuation, a tax of $0.319 on residential and $0.286 on commercial property. F) For the purpose of funding the Old Webster Special Taxing District on each $100.00 of assessed valuation, a tax of $0.193 on residential and a tax of $0.210 on commercial property. G) For the purpose of funding the Crossroads Special Taxing District on each $100.00 of assessed valuation, a tax of $0.328 on commercial property. Section 2: All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed, including Ordinance #9157. Section 3. This ordinance shall not be printed in the Code of Webster Groves. Section 4. This ordinance shall take effect and be in force from and after its passage and approval as provided by law. PASSED AND APPROVED this ________day of ____________, 2022. ___________________________________ Mayor ATTEST: _____________________________________ City Clerk Public Hearing 2022 Property Tax Rates Eric Peterson Asst. City Manager/Director of Finance and Administration September 6, 2022 HOW PROPERTY IS ASSESSED • Real Property determined January 1 of ODD years. • Personal property determined January 1 EVERY year. • Vehicle market value determined by the NADA October issue. • Once appraised (market) value has been determined, the assessor calculates a percentage, based on classification, of that value to arrive at assessed value.  ARRIVING AT THE TAX LEVY CLASSIFICATION PERCENTAGES OF MARKET VALUE Real Estate Personal TO CALCULATE TAXES Residential 19% Historic Autos 5% Farm Equip, (Assessed Value/100) X Agriculture 12% Livestock 12% Total Real Property Levy Commercial, etc. 32% Grain 12% Cars, Boats, etc. 33 ⅓% ($19,000/100) x $7.00 = A residence with an appraised value of $1,330.00 $100,000 would be assessed at 19%, which would place its assessed value FOR TAXES at Total Real Property Tax Bill $19,000.  Current Valuation Prior Year Valuation City of Webster Groves Residential $586,895,840 $587,996,360 Commercial $76,155,304 $77,533,662 Personal Property $87,369,364 $62,055,484 Crossroads Taxing District Commercial $5,300,640 $5,514,970 Old Orchard Taxing District Residential $2,161,950 $2,136,090 Commercial $10,882,700 $11,125,480 Old Webster Taxing District Residential $2,868,800 $2,975,960 Commercial $18,731,440 $19,797,050 CITY ASSESSED PROPERTY VALUATION  Residential Commercial Personal Property MUNICIPALITY 2022 % (+/-) 2021 2022 % (+/-) 2021 2022 % (+/-) 2022 Webster Groves $586,895,840.00 -0.187% $587,996,360.00 $ 67,839,840.00 -2.761% $ 69,766,220.00 $ 87,369,364.00 25.306% $ 69,724,842.00 Oakland $ 35,025,470.00 0.242% $ 34,941,020.00 $ 1,916,700.00 5.166% $ 1,822,550.00 $ 5,114,904.00 29.623% $ 3,946,000.00 Glendale $ 192,914,090.00 -0.058% $ 193,026,500.00 $ 8,291,990.00 14.419% $ 7,247,020.00 $ 26,502,228.00 35.568% $ 19,549,027.00 Rock Hill $ 95,933,560.00 0.089% $ 95,848,590.00 $ 33,117,210.00 -16.294% $ 39,563,510.00 $ 19,500,084.00 24.364% $ 15,679,800.00 Brentwood $ 199,337,000.00 0.083% $ 199,172,180.00 $144,967,000.00 -3.755% $150,623,580.00 $ 46,330,270.00 23.605% $ 37,482,523.00 Maplewood $ 113,551,210.00 0.065% $ 113,477,810.00 $ 79,646,370.00 -3.758% $ 82,756,460.00 $ 28,478,321.00 22.178% $ 23,308,875.00 Shrewsbury $ 94,321,350.00 0.131% $ 94,197,610.00 $ 37,180,440.00 3.933% $ 35,773,320.00 $ 27,286,595.00 7.980% $25,270,094.00 Marlborough $ 18,549,380.00 -1.257% $ 18,785,480.00 $ 8,099,530.00 -1.617% $ 8,232,640.00 $ 6,073,855.00 32.134% $ 4,596,727.00 Crestwood $ 243,118,050.00 -0.073% $243,295,270.00 $ 64,162,580.00 -3.816% $ 66,708,300.00 $ 49,324,394.00 27.575% $ 38,663,136.00 Kirkwood $ 824,561,640.00 -0.075% $ 825,183,010.00 $ 133,163,410.00 -4.032% $ 138,758,710.00 $121,583,508.00 26.365% $ 96,216,130.00 COMPARABLE ASSESSED PROPERTY VALUATION  2022 2021 2022 2021 2022 2021 Residential Residential Commercial Commercial Personal Personal General Operations .172 .174 .181 .180 .280 .280 Street Improvements .111 .113 .116 .116 .181 .181 Police & Fire Pension .163 .163 .191 .181 .200 .200 Debt Service .241 .241 .241 .241 .241 .241 Crossroads Taxing District - - .328 .315 - - Old Orchard Taxing .319 .319 .286 .280 - - District Old Webster Taxing .193 .186 .210 .197 - - District CITY PROPERTY TAX RATE (LEVY) CHANGES 2021 TO 2022  2021 Percent of 2020 Percent Rate per $100 Change Tax Bill of Tax Bill Debt Service $ 0.2410 35.08% 34.87% General Fund $ 0.1720 25.03% 25.18% Street Improvements $ 0.1110 16.16% 16.35% Police & Fire Pension Plan $ 0.1630 23.73% 23.60% TOTAL $ 0.6870 100.0% CITY RESIDENTIAL TAX RATE AS SHARE OF TOTAL TAX RATES – FUND CERTAIN 0.400 0.350 0.300 0.250 0.200 0.150 0.100 0.050 - 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 General Fund Street Improvements Police & Firefighter Pension Debt Service Old Orchard Taxing District Old Webster Taxing District CITY RESIDENTIAL TAX RATES 2011-2022  City of Webster Groves St. Louis County Metropolitan Zoo Museum Webster Library 9.39% 4.55% District 2.87% 3.34% Special School District 13.80% Metropolitan Sewer District 2.31% St. Louis Community College 3.79% Roads and Bridges 1.13% Productive Living Board 0.96% Other State of Missouri 4.81% 0.41% Webster Groves Schools 57.45% RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY TAX RATES 2021 BY AGENCY $3,500.00 $3,193.66 $397,530 appraised value home $3,000.00 $73,630.70 $2,500.00 assessed value $2,000.00 $5,558.61 total tax paid $1,500.00 $521.92 City of Webster Groves $1,000.00 $767.24 $521.92 $500.00 $253.03 $210.50 $185.43 $159.37 $128.48 $62.69 $53.63 $22.66 $0.00 Webster Special City of St. Louis Metropolitan Webster St. Louis Metropolitan Roads and Productive State of Groves School Webster County Zoo Museum Library Community Sewer District Bridges Living Board Missouri Schools District Groves District College EXAMPLE: RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY TAX PAID 2021  City of Webster Groves St. Louis County Metropolitan Zoo Museum Webster Library 8.89% 4.59% District 2.71% 3.01% Special School District 12.47% Metropolitan Sewer District 2.27% St. Louis Community College 3.42% Roads and Bridges 1.02% Productive Living Board 1.03% Other State of Missouri 4.69% 0.37% Webster Groves Schools 60.22% COMMERCIAL PROPERTY TAX RATES 2021 BY AGENCY  City of Webster Groves Metropolitan Zoo Museum Webster Library St. Louis County 9.31% District 3.25% 4.32% 2.53% Special School District 10.49% Metropolitan Sewer District 2.04% St. Louis Community College 2.88% Roads and Bridges 1.08% Productive Living Board 0.93% Other 4.36% State of Missouri Webster Groves Schools 0.31% 62.86% PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX RATES 2021 BY AGENCY  Current Valuation Prior Year Valuation Municipal Library District Residential $586,895,840 $585,098,960 Commercial $76,155,304 $78,219,599 Personal Property $87,540,154 $62,141,704 LIBRARY ASSESSED PROPERTY VALUATION  2022 2021 2022 2021 2022 2021 Residential Residential Commercial Commercial Personal Personal Library TOTAL .209 .211 .225 .221 .315 .315 LIBRARY PROPERTY TAX RATE (LEVY) CHANGES 2021 TO 2022  0.350 2014, 0.289 0.300 2018, 0.263 0.250 0.200 2022, 0.209 0.150 0.100 0.050 - 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 LIBRARY RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY TAX RATES 2011-2022  Property & Sales Tax Information www.webstergrovesmo.gov/99/Finance Questions? www.webstergrovesmo.gov/ www.webstergrovesmo.gov/ www.webstergrovesmo.gov/ budget ARP 626/Five-Year-Fiscal-Plan TAX, BUDGET, AND FINANCIAL RESOURCES  BILL NO. 9193 ORDINANCE NO. 9193 AN ORDINANCE LEVYING AND ESTABLISHING THE RATE OF ANNUAL PROPERTY TAXES TO BE COLLECTED FOR THE YEAR 2022 FOR THE WEBSTER GROVES LIBRARY DISTRICT, AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 9158 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEBSTER GROVES: Section 1: There is hereby levied for the year 2022 upon all real and personal property in the City of Webster Groves, Missouri, subject to taxation, the following taxes for the following purposes, to wit: A) For funding the Webster Groves Municipal Library District general purposes on each $100.00 of assessed valuation, a tax of $0.209 on residential property, a tax of $0.225 on commercial property and a tax of $0.315 on personal property. Section 2: All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed, including Ordinance #9158. Section 3. This ordinance shall not be printed in the Code of Webster Groves. Section 4. This ordinance shall take effect and be in force from and after its passage and approval as provided by law. PASSED AND APPROVED this ________day of ____________, 2022. ____________________________________ Mayor ATTEST: _____________________________________ City Clerk  BILL #9191 ORDINANCE #9191 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF WEBSTER GROVES, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 56, “ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD,” BY REVISING SECTION 56.050 “PERMIT APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED TO THE BOARD” INCLUDING THE PROCESS FOR ADMINISTRATIVE APPROVAL AND TO CLARIFY THE REVIEW PROCESS WHEREAS, the City Council of Webster Groves, Missouri, has determined that it is in the best interest of the residents of Webster Groves to periodically update its Architectural Review Board powers and authority in order to best protect the public health, safety and general welfare; and WHEREAS, the City Council gave due notice and heard and considered comments and suggestions on the proposed revisions by those present on Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at 8:15 P.M.; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEBSTER GROVES, MISSOURI, AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. Section 56.050 “Permit Applications Submitted to the Board” shall hereby be amended to read as follows: Every application for a permit, or any amendment thereto, under either Chapter 20 or Chapter 54 of the Code of Webster Groves for a “structure” as that term is defined in Chapter 53 excluding fences as already defined in the Code, shall be submitted, along with the plans, elevations, detail drawings and specifications, to the Department of Planning and Development. Amendments or additions to such an application may be approved by staff if: 1. Alterations and repairs not affecting the outward appearance of an existing building, sign or retaining wall; or 2. All of the following: a. Not located within a Historic District; and b. An addition of less than two four hundred (200 400) square feet; and c. Not located on the primary front elevation and/or not readily visible from the public right of way. Additionally, the following can be approved by Staff: 1. Windows in a Historic District that are being replaced matching existing window pattern and size; 2. Replacement of porches in Historic Districts that match the existing design details;  3. Windows on the front elevation of a house that currently has differing window patterns where the replacements will increase the window design compatibility; 4. Front porches that are replacements in the same size and general look; 5. Accessibility ramps on the front elevation; and 6. Solar Panels on a front elevation where the panels are evenly spaced across the roofline. Staff will determine if those amendments or additions will require additional review by the ARB based on guidelines to be promulgated by the Director of Planning and Development and approved by motion of the City Council, from time to time. All other applications shall be forwarded to the ARB before being approved by the Building Commissioner. Section 2. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. Section 3. This Ordinance shall be printed in the Code of Webster Groves. Section 4. This Ordinance shall become effective immediately upon passage and approval. Passed and Approved this _____ day of _______________ 2022. ________________________ Mayor ATTEST: ____________________________ City Clerk  BILL #9194 ORDINANCE #9194 AN ORDINANCE LEVYING THE COST OF ABATING CERTAIN NUISANCES (CUT/TRIM, REMOVE TRASH AND DEBRIS, REMOVE TREES, DUMP FEES, BOARD UP, ETC.) AS SPECIAL TAX BILLS AGAINST THE PROPERTIES HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED AND CONSTITUTING LEVIES AS LIENS ON THE RESPECTIVE PROPERTIES WHEREAS, the City Manager, in compliance with Chapter 31 (the Comprehensive Nuisance Ordinance) and/or Chapter 30 (Existing Structures Code) of the Code of the City of Webster Groves, did properly cause the abatement of certain violations and nuisances by removing the growth of grass/weeds, dead trees, debris, and other dangerous conditions, by and through contracts with: Allen Outdoor Solutions, Inc. 7219 Weil St. Louis, MO 63119 BlueSky Restoration Contractors LLC 9110 E. Nicholas Ave. – Ste 180 Centennial, CO 80112 GS Landscaping & Lawn Care LLC 5339 Chapelford Lane St. Louis, MO 63119 on the premises described herein; and WHEREAS, Chapters 30 and 31 of the Code of Webster Groves require the City Council to assess against each lot concerned a special assessment equivalent to the expense incurred in removing such nuisances for the benefit of each lot concerned and the safety and general welfare of the community; and WHEREAS, after due notice to each individual property owner, the City Manager has certified such expense to the City Council, showing the lot and block numbers and dates on which the removal and/or abatement of the violations and/or nuisances occurred and the names and addresses of each respective owner, if known. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEBSTER GROVES AS FOLLOWS: Section 1: There is hereby assessed against each of the following described lots a special assessment in the amount shown opposite each lot, which is the sum equivalent to the expense incurred by the City of Webster Groves in removing and abating each of the violations and nuisances, and the City Clerk is directed to issue a special tax bill in the amount of the expenses for each respective lot benefitted. Section 2: The aforesaid special tax bills shall be due and payable thirty (30) days after their issuance by the City Clerk, shall bear interest at the rate of eight percent (8%) per annum from and after thirty (30) days after issuance, and shall be a lien against each respective lot against which they are issued until paid. Section 3: The City Manager is hereby authorized to enforce the collection of each lien and charge 1 recording and releasing fees, as provided by law, and the City may also forward all necessary information and documents to the Collector of Revenue of St. Louis County, Missouri, so as to have each special tax bill added to the real property tax rolls as provided by law. Section 4: This ordinance shall not be printed in the Code of Webster Groves. Section 5: This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and approval as provided by law. Passed and approved this ____ day of _____________, 2022. _________________________________________ MAYOR ATTEST: ___________________________________ CITY CLERK 2  BILL #9195 ORDINANCE #9195 AN ORDINANCE REPEALING ORDINANCE NUMBER 8270 TO REMOVE THE LOT SPLIT APPROVAL FOR A NEW LOT AT 452 FOOTE AVENUE AND RETURNING THE PROPERTY TO ONE LOT ADDRESSED AS 446 FOOTE AVENUE WHEREAS, On March 19, 2002 the City Council adopted Ordinance #8270, a lot split plat at the request of Robert Pitlyk the owner of the land at 446 Foote Avenue, consisting of approximately 40,717 square feet of land (the “Property”) with the intent to build a second house on the newly established lot at 452 Foote; and WHEREAS the Property was sold to Jeffrey P. and Amy D. Escott (“Applicants”) on June 23, 2014 as two lots, 446 and 452 Foote Avenue; and WHEREAS, no development to build a second house on 452 Foote has occurred and no plans have been approved to build a new house on said lot; and WHEREAS, Applicants are now requesting the City Council repeal the subdivision of the Property to restore it back to one lot. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEBSTER GROVES, MISSOURI, AS FOLLOWS: Section 1: The City Council hereby revokes and repeals Ordinance #8270 and declares that the property will revert back to a single lot. Section 2: This ordinance shall not be printed in the Code of Webster Groves. Section 3: This ordinance shall take effect and be in force from and after its passage and approval as provided by law. PASSED AND APPROVED this____ day of _______ 2022. _____________________________ Mayor ATTEST: _________________________ City Clerk  BILL #9196 ORDINANCE #9196 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF WEBSTER GROVES, MISSOURI AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND NCWPCS MPL 27-YEAR SITES TOWER HOLDINGS LLC AND A SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND CCATT LLC, CROWN CASTLE INTERNATIONAL CORP., NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC, AND NCWPCS MPL 27-YEAR SITES TOWER HOLDINGS LLC WHEREAS, the City of Webster Groves, Missouri (“City”) owns certain real property located in the City at 33 East Glendale, Webster Groves, St. Louis County, Missouri, 63119 (the “Property”); and, WHEREAS, the City is involved in litigation with CCATT, LLC, Crown Castle International Corp., and New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC regarding a telecommunications lease on the Property; and, WHEREAS, to resolve the issues surrounding the litigation, the City desires to enter into a settlement agreement with CCATT, LLC, Crown Castle International Corp., New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC, and NCWPCS MPL 27-Year Sites Tower Holdings LLC (the “Settlement Agreement”) and a lease agreement with NCWPCS MPL 27-Year Sites Tower Holdings LLC providing for NCWPCS MPL 27-Year Sites Tower Holdings LLC’s lease of the property for telecommunications purposes (the “Lease”). NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEBSTER GROVES, MISSOURI, AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. The Council of the City of Webster Groves, Missouri hereby authorizes the Mayor and other designated and authorized City officials to execute the Settlement Agreement, substantially in the form attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference as Exhibit “1.” Section 2. The Council of the City of Webster Groves, Missouri hereby authorizes the Mayor and other designated and authorized City officials to execute the Lease, substantially in the form attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference as Exhibit “2.” Section 3. The Council of the City of Webster Groves, Missouri hereby grants the Mayor and other designated and authorized City officials further authority to execute other documents and take other actions reasonably necessary to carry out the intent of this Ordinance, the Lease, and the Settlement Agreement. 1  Section 4. This ordinance shall not be printed in the Code of Webster Groves. Section 5. This ordinance shall take effect and be in force from and after its passage and approval as provided by law. Passed and Approved this _____ day of _______________ 2022. ________________________ Mayor ATTEST: ____________________________ City Clerk 2  CITY OF WEBSTER GROVES August 2, 2022 The City Council met this date in a regular session, in the City Council Chambers, which was available to the public in person, and via teleconference, at 8:32 p.m. Present at Roll Call: Mayor Laura Arnold Councilmember Pam Bliss Councilmember David Franklin (via teleconference) Councilmember Emerson Smith Councilmember Karen D. Alexander Councilmember Sarah Richardson (via teleconference) Councilmember Emily Hixson Shepherd A quorum was present. Also present: Dr. Marie Peoples, City Manager Mr. Neil Bruntrager, City Attorney Ms. Katie Nakazono, City Clerk PUBLIC HEARING Proposed Community Development Block Grant Funds for the 2023 Budget Mayor Arnold opened the public hearing, and Scott Davis, Director of Parks and Recreation and Community Development, gave a brief presentation on the funds. Mr. Davis stated that the public hearing will discuss the Community Development Block Grant, or CDBG, which is a national program administered by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development. Mr. Davis asked all to fill out the sign-in sheet so they can submit it as part of the application to receive grant funds. We will also take a screen shot of the Zoom meeting attendees and include that as well. Mr. Davis stated that CDBG funding seeks to meet one of 3 National Objectives: 1. Benefit low and moderate income persons. 2. Prevent or eliminate slums or blight. 3. Address community development needs with a particular urgency because existing conditions pose a serious and immediate threat to the health or welfare of the community. He stated HUD provides a block of grants to St Louis County who then disburses most of the funds to subrecipients who are municipalities and non-profits. We have been receiving this grant from HUD through the County for many years. Tonight’s public hearing is the first step in the application process for Calendar Year 2023. We are applying for and expect to receive the same funding as last year. We should be awarded $33,300. For many of the past several years Council has chosen to use all the CDBG funds in the home improvement program. Last year we allocated $15,000 toward Ivory Crockett park improvements, with the remaining $18,300 to the home improvement program. The home improvement program is the cornerstone program of CDBG, and provides for 5-year forgivable home improvement loans to income-qualified residents that live anywhere in the city limits of Webster Groves. This portion August 2, 2022 of the program is administered through St. Louis County Office of Community Development and individuals apply directly to them. I contacted the County last week to try to figure out how many folks we have on the waiting list. Unfortunately, I have not received that info, but I do know that at the end of the 2021 funding, we had three people that were on the waiting list to receive funds. As soon as I get that information - - I will pass it along. It is staff’s recommendation that calendar year 2023 funds all be directed to the Home Improvement Program. Although I did notice this week that up to 15% of the grant funds, which would be $4,995 can be used towards utility assistance without prior approval of the County. I know that was part of conversations during ARP funding discussions for Council to set up senior utility assistance. That would be available as part of this funding too. I’m happy to answer any question the Council or public may have. Councilmember Smith asked about eligibility of projects and homeowners. Mr. Bruntrager entered the following items into the public record: 1. Report of the Director of Parks and Recreation and Community Development Scott Davis. 2. Staff Materials. 3. 2023 Eligibility Map. 4. Sign in sheet 5. Ordinances of the City of Webster Groves Mayor Arnold closed the public hearing. RESOLUTION #2022-34 Authorizing the City Manager of the City of Webster Groves, Missouri, to Submit on Behalf of the City of Webster Groves, Missouri, an Application for Community Development Funds for Calendar Year 2023 to St. Louis County Office of Community Development, Department of Human Services, Providing for Specific Programs to be Undertaken Within Said City Under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as Amended A motion was made by Councilmember Hixson Shepherd, seconded by Councilmember Smith, to approve Resolution #2022-34. Mayor Arnold called for the vote on Resolution #2022-34. MEMBERS VOTING: AYES: BLISS, FRANKLIN, SMITH, ALEXANDER, RICHARDSON, HIXSON SHEPHERD, ARNOLD NOES: NONE Mayor Arnold stated that Resolution #2022-34 was approved. REMARKS OF VISITORS Dave Buck, 124 S. Elm Ave., read a statement (Exhibit A). 2 August 2, 2022 Jamie Hasemeier, Chair of the Sustainability Commission, spoke about recent climate emergencies and asked that city leadership consider how to help the community right now. NEW BUSINESS – MAYOR, COUNCILMEMBERS, CITY ATTORNEY, CITY MANAGER Mayor Arnold stated that we are going to take a moment and talk about the recent (flooding) events and the city’s response. Eric Peterson, Assistant City Manager, provided an update on city efforts. UNFINISHED BUSINESS BILL #9188 THIRD READING On motion of Councilmember Alexander, seconded by Councilmember Bliss, BILL #9188 – AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE TRAFFIC CODE, OF THE CITY OF WEBSTER GROVES, BY AMENDING CHAPTER 60, ARTICLE XVI “SCHEDULES”, SECTION 60.975 – SCHEDULE H “PARKING PROHIBITED” TO CREATE A NO PARKING ZONE ON THE NORTH SIDE OF FAIRLAWN AVENUE BETWEEN OAKWOOD AVENUE AND BOMPART AVENUE, having been introduced and read twice on July 19, 2022, was taken up its title read a third time and placed upon its passage to become Ordinance #9188. Mayor Arnold called for the vote on Bill #9188. MEMBERS VOTING: AYES: FRANKLIN, SMITH, ALEXANDER, RICHARDSON, HIXSON SHEPHERD, ARNOLD, BLISS NOES: NONE Mayor Arnold stated that Bill #9188 was approved. BILL #9189 THIRD READING On motion of Councilmember Bliss, seconded by Councilmember Smith, BILL #9189 – AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF WEBSTER GROVES, CHAPTER 2 “ADMINISTRATION” BY AMENDING SECTION 2.010 “MEETINGS OF THE COUNCIL” AND SECTION 2.040 “ORDER OF BUSINESS; CONDUCT OF MEETINGS”, having been introduced and read twice on July 19, 2022, was taken up its title read a third time and placed upon its passage to become Ordinance #9189. Mayor Arnold called for the vote on Bill #9189. MEMBERS VOTING: AYES: SMITH, ALEXANDER, RICHARDSON, HIXSON SHEPHERD, ARNOLD, BLISS, FRANKLIN NOES: NONE Mayor Arnold stated that Bill #9189 was approved. NEW BUSINESS BILL #9190 – FIRST, SECOND, & THIRD READING Councilmember Smith introduced BILL #9190 – AN ORDINANCE PERMITTING THE SUBDIVISION OF CERTAIN PROPERTY AT 820 MARSHALL AVENUE, AND 828 MARSHALL AVENUE, and at the Councilmember’s request, the Bill was read twice, first and second times by title only, and placed on the agenda for future consideration of the Council. 3 August 2, 2022 A motion was made by Councilmember Alexander, seconded by Councilmember Smith, to conduct a third and final reading this evening due to the compelling reason that the Council does not meet again until September 6, 2022. Mayor Arnold called for the vote to conduct a third reading of Bill #9190. MEMBERS VOTING: AYES: ALEXANDER, RICHARDSON, HIXSON SHEPHERD, ARNOLD, BLISS, FRANKLIN, SMITH NOES: NONE Mayor Arnold stated that Bill #9190 will have a third reading this evening, due to the compelling reason that the Council does not meet again until September 6, 2022. Having been introduced and read twice on August 2, 2022, Bill #9190 was taken up for the third reading, and its title was read for the third time and placed upon its passage to become Ordinance #9190. Mayor Arnold called for the vote on Bill #9190. MEMBERS VOTING: AYES: RICHARDSON, HIXSON SHEPHERD, ARNOLD, BLISS, FRANKLIN, SMITH, ALEXANDER NOES: NONE Mayor Arnold stated that Bill #9190 was approved. BILL #9191 – FIRST & SECOND READING Councilmember Richardson introduced BILL #9191 – AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF WEBSTER GROVES, MISSOURI, AMENDING CHAPTER 56, “ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD”, BY REVISING SECTION 56.050 “PERMIT APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED TO THE BOARD” INCLUDING THE PROCESS FOR ADMINISTRATIVE APPROVAL AND TO CLARIFY THE REVIEW PROCESS, and at the Councilmember’s request, the Bill was read twice, first and second times by title only, and placed on the agenda for future consideration of the Council. CONSENT AGENDA A motion was made by Councilmember Franklin, seconded by Councilmember Bliss, to approve the Consent Agenda. Mayor Arnold called for the vote on the Consent Agenda. MEMBERS VOTING: AYES: HIXSON SHEPHERD, ARNOLD, BLISS, FRANKLIN, SMITH, ALEXANDER, RICHARDSON NOES: NONE Mayor Arnold stated that the Consent Agenda was approved. The following Consent Agenda was approved: • Approval of Minutes – July 19, 2022 • Resolution #2022-35 – Authorizing the City Manager to Purchase a Street Sweeper for the Public Works Department • Resolution #2022-36 – Amending the Budget for Fiscal Year 2023 4 August 2, 2022 APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS • John Ahearn was reappointed to the Arts Commission. • Judith Mann was reappointed to the Arts Commission. • Tom Waltz was reappointed to the Board of Adjustment. EXECUTIVE (CLOSED) SESSION Councilmember Bliss made a motion, which was seconded by Councilmember Franklin, to go into Executive Closed Session per Attorney-Client Privileged Communications [MO Statute 610.021(1)], and Negotiated Contract [MO Statute 610.021 (12)]. Mayor Arnold called for the vote to go into Executive (Closed) Session. MEMBERS VOTING: AYES: ARNOLD, BLISS, FRANKLIN, SMITH, ALEXANDER, RICHARDSON, HIXSON SHEPHERD NOES: NONE Mayor Arnold stated that they would go into Executive (Closed) Session. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 9:35 p.m. on motion of the Mayor, duly seconded. PASSED AND APPROVED this _______day of ____________________ 2022. ________________________ Mayor _______________ City Clerk 5  Exhibit A Conrad, Jennifer From: Dave Buck <dave@buckstl.com> Sent: Wednesday, August 3, 2022 9:23 AM To: Laura W. Arnold; Pam Bliss; Alexander, Karen; Richardson, Sarah; Emily Hixson Shepherd; David Franklin; Emerson Smith; Peoples, Marie; Peterson, Eric; njbatty@aol.com; Perry, Mara; Starkey, Jenny; Nakazono, Katie; Conrad, Jennifer; Davis, Scott; Rehg, Todd; Curtis, Dale; Ellis, Brett Cc: Jaime Mowers; Randy Drilingas; newsroom@timesnewspapers.com; Alexandria Darmody; Mark Langston; Sebastian Bellomo; Toni Hunt; Gerry Welch; Kathy Hart; preservewebster@gmail.com; Farrell Carfield; Elyssa Sullivan; Sarah Riss; Churches Together for Justice - Google Group; Bishop- Elect Deon K. Johnson ; Valori Sherer; croftrj@sbcglobal.net; N.Webster Neighborhood; Angela Brooks; Kelvin Cunningham; Amy Cunningham; Caroline; Eric Hayes; Warner Properties; John Barr; Mark Hinkle; Embroider the Occasion; Rebecca Now; nikkilemley@gmail.com; Jo Doll; simpson.john@wgmail.org Subject: Dave Buck's Remarks at 8/2/22 City Council Meeting Caution: This is an External Message ‐ Please be cautious when opening links or attachments This is just something I have been thinking about....a lot! Consumer segmentation is a valuable process to understand and group people with similar needs and motivations. This shares a different way to psychographically segment the residents you serve beyond basic demographics (like gender, age, race, income, etc.). The inspiration comes from the last 5 words of the City's long‐standing Mission Statement: "a traditional yet progressive community." Both concepts ‐ traditional & progressive ‐ play an important role in our city but often butt heads in direct conflict. Moreover, I strongly believe that these concepts define and divide Webster Groves into its two biggest and most powerful resident segments. In simple terms, "Traditionalists" are deeply motivated by their need to protect and preserve the way things have been and thus resist change. The A4 duplex and Douglass Hill outcomes reflected their influence. On the other hand, "Progressives" are deeply motivated by their need for new ideas, positive change and moving forward. Last April's city election results, particularly Laura Arnold's election as Mayor, reflected their influence. 1 The immediate challenge is how this difference is positively dealt with. Because when left unresolved, I think this difference is at the root of ALL of the city's problems & controversies. Yes, ALL of them.! So, we have two very big resident segments with two very different views of what's important. But at the end of the day, does our community favor and choose the needs and motivations of one segment over the other in looking ahead, shaping and guiding our future? OR, is City Council's opportunity to make the peace and help these two segments bridge their divide and work together to create a mutually beneficial, win‐win future for Webster Groves that both segments can support and positively work toward? Who knows? Perhaps such an effort can result in creating one, united, new super resident segment called "Progressive Traditionalists"!!! PEACE & POSITIVITY!!! Thank YOU!!!! 2  CITY OF WEBSTER GROVES SPECIAL MEETING August 11, 2022 The City Council met this date for a special meeting, in the meeting rooms at the Recreation Complex, which was available to the public in-person, and via teleconference, at 6:33 p.m. Present at Roll Call: Mayor Laura Arnold Councilmember Pam Bliss Councilmember David Franklin Councilmember Emerson Smith Councilmember Karen D. Alexander (via teleconference) Councilmember Sarah Richardson (via teleconference) Councilmember Emily Hixson Shepherd A quorum was present. Also present: Dr. Marie Peoples, City Manager Mr. Neil Bruntrager, City Attorney Ms. Katie Nakazono, City Clerk CONSENT AGENDA A motion was made by Councilmember Hixson Shepherd, seconded by Councilmember Franklin, to approve the Consent Agenda. Mayor Arnold called for the vote on the Consent Agenda. MEMBERS VOTING: AYES: BLISS, FRANKLIN, SMITH, ALEXANDER, RICHARDSON, HIXSON SHEPHERD, ARNOLD NOES: NONE Mayor Arnold stated that the Consent Agenda was approved. The following Consent Agenda was approved: • Resolution #2022-37 – Amending the Budget for Fiscal Year 2023 Council convened their Work Session to address Charter Review Advisory Board interviews at 6:36 P.M. EXECUTIVE (CLOSED) SESSION – START TIME 9:11 P.M. Councilmember Bliss made a motion, which was seconded by Councilmember Franklin, to go into Executive Closed Session per Attorney-Client Privileged Communications [MO Statute 610.021(1)]. Mayor Arnold called for the vote to go into Executive (Closed) Session. MEMBERS VOTING: AYES: FRANKLIN, SMITH, ALEXANDER, RICHARDSON, HIXSON SHEPHERD, ARNOLD, BLISS NOES: NONE Mayor Arnold stated that they would go into Executive (Closed) Session. August 11, 2022 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 10:13 p.m. on motion of the Mayor, duly seconded. PASSED AND APPROVED this _______day of ____________________ 2022. ________________________ Mayor _____________________ City Clerk 2  RESOLUTION #2022-38 AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PURCHASE TWO (2) 2023 FORD POLICE INTERCEPTOR UTILITY VEHICLES (4WD) WHEREAS, the City desires to purchase two new police vehicles; and WHEREAS, the State Contract bid of Joe Machens Ford-Lincoln, 1911 W. Worley, Columbia, MO 65203, in the amount not to exceed $70,000.00, with trade-ins, for two (2) 2023 Ford Police Utility Vehicles (4WD), was determined to be the most advantageous bid received in accordance with the specifications. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEBSTER GROVES, that the City Manager be authorized to accept the bid, and to enter into a contract, with Joe Machens Ford-Lincoln, for the sum hereinabove set forth, and to assure that all items constituting the bid are provided in accordance with specifications. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that funds for this purchase shall be paid from the Capital Improvement Sales Tax Fund. ADOPTED this ______day of _____________, 2022. __________________________ MAYOR ATTEST: ______________________________ CITY CLERK  RESOLUTION #2022-39 AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT FOR THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF EV CHARGING STATIONS AT CITY HALL WHEREAS, the City desires to purchase electric vehicle charging stations; and WHEREAS, the bid of Industrial Battery Products, Inc., (IBP), 1250 Ambassador Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63132, in the amount of $64,493.00, for six EV charging stations, was determined to be the most advantageous bid received in accordance with the specifications. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEBSTER GROVES, that the City Manager be authorized to accept the bid, and to enter into a contract, with Industrial Battery Products, Inc., (IBP), for the sum hereinabove set forth, and to assure that all items constituting the bid are provided in accordance with specifications. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that funds for this purchase shall be paid from the ARP Fund. ADOPTED this ______day of _____________, 2022. __________________________ MAYOR ATTEST: ______________________________ CITY CLERK  RESOLUTION #2022-40 AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO AMEND THE DESIGN CONTRACT FOR THE ELM AVENUE AT KIRKHAM AVENUE CULVERT PROJECT, AND TO AMEND THE BUDGET FOR FY-2023 WHEREAS, the Elm Avenue at Kirkham Avenue culvert project was awarded a Federal Grant, and the grant now requires additional design work from MoDOT; and WHEREAS, Council approved the original design contract with George Butler Associates on January 5, 2021, via Resolution #2021-02, and it is now necessary to amend said contract by increasing the amount by $28,910.00 in order to comply with the grant requirements. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEBSTER GROVES, that the City Manager be authorized to amend said contract by $28,910.00, with George Butler Associates, and to assure that all items constituting the amendment are provided in accordance with the specifications. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the funds for this amendment shall be paid from the Storm Water Improvement Fund. FURTHERMORE, the FY-2023 budget shall be amended by an increase of $28,910.00 to the Storm Water Improvement Fund. ADOPTED this day of , 2022. MAYOR ATTEST: CITY CLERK  RESOLUTION 2022-41 AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR TWO (2) 2023 FORD MUSTANG MACH-E ELECTRIC POLICE VEHICLES, AND AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023 WHEREAS, the City of Webster Groves City Council appropriated $130,000 in American Rescue Plan funds in the FY2023 budget for purchase of electric-powered police vehicles; and WHEREAS, Joe Machens Ford Lincoln, 1911 W Worley, Columbia MO, 65203, provided a quote of $132,140 for two (2) 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E police vehicles under the state contract. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Webster Groves, Missouri, that the City Manager is authorized to enter in a purchase agreement for the two (2) 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E vehicles for a price not to exceed $132,140 with Joe Machens Ford Lincoln, 1911 W Worley, Columbia, MO 65203; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, funds for this purchase shall be charged to the American Rescue Plan Fund, and the budget for FY2023 is hereby amended to increase appropriations by $2,140, and that in accordance with Section 5.14 of the City Charter, $2,140 is appropriated as expenditures to the American Rescue Plan Fund for Fiscal Year 2023. Passed and approved on this _______ day of ________, 2022. ________________________________________ Mayor ATTEST: ______________________________________ City Clerk