City Council - Regular Meetings
Regular MeetingWebster Groves, MO · June 18, 2024
Minutes
EXHIBIT 1
City Council Meeting:
Compensation Recommendations of
Charter Review Advisory Board (CRAB)
Joe Dugan, Charter Review Advisory Board Member
June 18, 2024
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CURRENT COMPENSATION
FOR CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS AND MAYOR
The City Charter sets the compensation at…
• For City Council members: $20 for each regular or special meeting of the City
Council attended, not exceeding $600 in any 12 consecutive months.
• For the Mayor: $25 for each regular or special meeting of the City Council
attended, not exceeding $750 in any 12 consecutive months.
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Our Research, Discussion and Findings
1. The Charter’s compensation approach and rate for City Council and Mayor have
not changed since 1965.
2. Current compensation levels do not reflect increases in cost of living since 1965.
If adjusted for historical inflation, $600 and $750 in 1965
would now equal $5,811.34 and $7,264.18, respectively, as of May 2023
(per U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics CPI Inflation Calculator)
3. Webster Groves’ compensation levels for its elected officials are the lowest of our
neighboring municipalities and lowest among comparable size municipalities (by
population) and lowest among other “home rule” municipalities in St. Louis
County we reviewed.
(See next slide)
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Compensation Paid in St. Louis County Municipalities
Municipality Population Form of Government Council Compensation Mayor Compensation
(2023 Census est.)
Brentwood* 8,070 Mayor-CAO-Council $600/mo ($7,200/yr) $1,200/mo ($14,400/yr)
$100/mtg; avg 3 mtgs/mo $250/mtg; avg 3 mtgs/mo
Clayton 17,461 Council-Manager
(~$3,600/yr) (~$9,000)
Crestwood* 12,175 Mayor-CAO-Council $5,100/yr $10,200/yr
Creve Coeur 18,457 Mayor-CAO-Council $400/mo ($4,800/yr) $600/mo ($7,200/yr)
Ferguson 17,996 Council-Manager $250/mo ($3,000/yr) $350/mo ($4,200/yr)
Kirkwood 29,174 Mayor-CAO-Council $2,400/yr $3,600/yr
Maplewood* 8,041 Council-Manager $3,500/yr $6,000/yr
Olivette* 8,843 Council-Manager $400/mo ($4,800/yr) $400/mo ($4,800/yr)
Richmond Heights 9,058 Council-Manager $480/mo ($5,760/yr) $120/mtg plus $6,000/yr
University City 34,096 Council-Manager $2,400/yr $4,800/yr
Webster Groves 23,449 Council-Manager $20/mtg; $600/yr cap $25/mtg; $750/yr cap
Prepared by Webster Groves Charter Review Advisory Board, May 2023; *added for City Council presentation, June 2024
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Our Research, Discussion and Findings (cont’d)
4. Compensation recognizes the time and effort required to oversee City
government, to engage with the community and to protect the public interest.
5. Compensation too low can be a deterrent for some individuals to run for office if
they have dependents, have limited financial means and/or who would need to
take time off work and forego wages/promotions at their regular jobs.
Current WG compensation does not cover the cost of hiring a babysitter for the hours
of meetings that occur each month
6. Setting a fixed monthly or annual compensation level is simpler than tracking
meetings attended.
7. The compensation increases proposed by CRAB would have a small impact on
the City budget.
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7 CRAB RECOMMENDATIONS (see Report pages 13-14)
1) Set compensation for City Council members at $400 per month, not exceeding
$4,800 per year.
2) Set compensation for the Mayor at $625 per month, not exceeding $7,500 per year.
3) No City Council member or Mayor presently serving shall receive increased
compensation during their term of office.
4) The current rate of compensation per meeting attended will remain in effect for each
officeholder until the next term for each office begins.
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7 CRAB RECOMMENDATIONS (cont’d)
5) Every four years after the effective date of this Charter amendment, the City Council
shall review the compensation paid Council members and Mayor and may adjust the
future levels by ordinance. Any change in compensation approved by ordinance does
not take effect until the new term begins for each office.
6) The City Council may appoint a citizens’ commission to study and recommend
compensation adjustments to the Council.
7) City Council members and the Mayor may receive reasonable reimbursement for
actual and necessary expenses incurred in the fulfillment of that office, provided such
expenses are budgeted and supported by appropriate documentation.
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Comparison of Compensation Paid for Council-Mayors
Population
Municipality (2023 Census Form of Government Council Compensation Mayor Compensation
Estimate)
Brentwood* 8,070 Mayor-CAO-Council $600/mo ($7,200/yr) $1,200/mo ($14,400/yr)
$100/mtg; avg 3 mtgs/mo $250/mtg; avg 3 mtgs/mo
Clayton 17,461 Council-Manager
(~$3,600/yr) (~$9,000)
Crestwood* 12,175 Mayor-CAO-Council $5,100/yr $10,200/yr
Creve Coeur 18,457 Mayor-CAO-Council $400/mo ($4,800/yr) $600/mo ($7,200/yr)
Ferguson 17,996 Council-Manager $250/mo ($3,000/yr) $350/mo ($4,200/yr)
Kirkwood 29,174 Mayor-CAO-Council $2,400/yr $3,600/yr
Maplewood* 8,041 Council-Manager $3,500/yr $6,000/yr
Olivette* 8,843 Council-Manager $400/mo ($4,800/yr) $400/mo ($4,800/yr)
Richmond Heights 9,058 Council-Manager $480/mo ($5,760/yr) $120/mtg plus $6,000/yr
University City 34,096 Council-Manager $2,400/yr $4,800/yr
$20/mtg; $600/yr cap $25/mtg; $750/yr cap
Webster Groves 23,449 Council-Manager CRAB Recommendation: CRAB Recommendation:
$400/mo ($4,800/yr) $625/mo ($7,500/yr)
Prepared by Webster Groves Charter Review Advisory Board, May 2023; *added for City Council presentation, June 2024
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THANK YOU
Questions?
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Agenda
Please note, residents can share comments in-person, virtually via Zoom using the
“Raise Hand” option, during the Regular Meeting, 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 the meetings are
available at www.webstergrovesmo.gov/virtualmeetings. All those attending in person
must comply with masking and other public health measures as ordered by the City of
Webster Groves.
CITY OF WEBSTER GROVES
COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA
DATE: TUESDAY – JUNE 18, 2024
6:30 P.M.
LOCATION – CITY HALL
IN-PERSON
AND VIRTUALLY
#4 E. LOCKWOOD AVENUE
1. REVIEW REGULAR AGENDA
2. MAYOR/COUNCIL/CITY MANAGER ISSUES/MEETING UPDATES
3. TOPIC:
• Comprehensive Plan Update
4. APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
5. 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)]
6. ADJOURNMENT
CITY OF WEBSTER GROVES
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
DATE: TUESDAY – JUNE 18, 2024
7:30 P.M.
LOCATION–CITY HALL-#4 E. LOCKWOOD
IN-PERSON
AND VIRTUALLY
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 meetings available at www.webstergrovesmo.gov/virtualmeetings.
All those attending in person must comply with masking and other public health measures
as ordered by the City of Webster Groves.
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. REMARKS FROM THE COMMUNITY AND VISITORS
III. NEW BUSINESS - MAYOR, COUNCILMEMBERS, CITY ATTORNEY,
CITY MANAGER
IV. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Bill #9254 – Third Reading – An Ordinance Defining the Pay Grades of the
Classified and Unclassified Service of the City of Webster Groves, Fixing the
Compensation for Employees in Said Classifications, and Repealing Ordinance
#9247
V. NEW BUSINESS
1. Budget Amendments for Fiscal Year 2025 Proposed Budget (If needed.)
2. Resolution #2024-31 – Adoption of the Budget for Fiscal Year 2025
3. Resolution #2024-32 - Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into an Agreement
with Insight Public Sector, Inc., for the Development of the City Information
Technology Master Plan
4. Charter Review Advisory Board – Council Compensation Presentation
5. Bill #9255 – First and Second Reading – An Ordinance of the City of Webster
Groves, Mo., Amending Chapter 70, by Adding a New Section, 70.227 Prohibiting
the Possession, Manufacture, Transport, Repair, and Sale of Certain Weapons
6. Bill #9256 – First and Second Reading – An Ordinance of the City of Webster
Groves, Mo., Amending Chapter 70, by Adding a New Section 70.226 Related to
the Unlawful Transfer of Weapons to a Minor
VI. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approval of Minutes – June 4, 2024
2. Liquor License Renewals – Renewal of the 2024-2025 Liquor Licenses
3. Resolution #2024-33 – Amending the Current Waste Management Contract
4. Resolution #2024-34 – Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into an Agreement
with the City of Oakland for Utilization of Parks & Recreation Facilities
VII. APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
VIII. 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)]
IX. 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 – JULY 2, 2024
PLEASE NOTE: THE JULY 16 MEETING IS CANCELED.
BILL NO. 9254
ORDINANCE NO. 9254
AN ORDINANCE DEFINING THE PAY GRADES OF THE CLASSIFIED AND UNCLASSIFIED
SERVICE OF THE CITY OF WEBSTER GROVES, FIXING THE COMPENSATION FOR
EMPLOYEES IN SAID CLASSIFICATIONS, AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 9247
BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of Webster Groves, as follows:
Section 1: From and after the 1st day of July, 2024, and first payable on July 3, 2024, the following
shall constitute the pay grades and/or ranges of the Classified and Unclassified Service of the City,
and all employees within the Classified and Unclassified Service shall be compensated in such
amounts as may be recommended by the appointing authorities and approved by the City Manager
but within the stated grade pay range or position based compensation salary ranges, set forth
herein, except as provided in Sections 2, 3, and 5 of this Ordinance.
ANNUAL SALARY
GRADE MINIMUM MAXIMUM
D $40,316.64 $56,443.30
E $42,746.99 $59,413.54
F $45,313.63 $63,439.09
G $48,039.26 $67,254.97
H $50,923.89 $71,297.99
I $53,990.22 $75,590.87
J $59,396.06 $83,154.49
K $62,962.10 $88,151.48
L $66,732.56 $93,421.04
M $73,410.35 $102,779.04
N $78,209.91 $108,934.42
O $85,607.56 $119,859.66
P $94,170.58 $131,829.74
Q $103,596.73 $145,026.34
R $109,918.54 $153,748.36
S $120,813.64 $169,148.18
Z $160,056.25 $224,078.75
POSITION-BASED COMPENSATION MINIMUM MAXIMUM
Firefighter/Paramedic $75,078.90 $99,895.90
Fire Captain $102,467.30 $115,414.00
Police Officer $62,961.60 $84,177.60
Police Sergeant $84,905.60 $94,369.60
Police Lieutenant $95,715.14 $107,162.80
$125,309.18
City Clerk*
Section 2: The following salary range is established to compensate part-time and seasonal
employees who by definition are Classified Employees but due to the part- time nature of the
position or special salary requirements are not eligible for "fringe benefits" as provided for Classified
and Unclassified Employees: Salary Range: $13.00 - $35.00 per hour.
Section 3: In instances where the City Manager determines it is in the City's best interest to employ
an individual prior to that individual having secured all necessary certifications or qualifications
required for the position, the City Manager may establish the pay scale for that individual at a figure
below the base annual salary of the pay grade or position-based compensation range established
herein for the position; provided, however, that such reduced pay scale may be maintained only
until the employee has received the necessary certifications or for one year, whichever event
comes first.
Section 4: The Classified and Unclassified Service are defined in Section 7.6 of the Webster Groves
City Charter.
Section 5: The City Council solely may approve salaries above the established pay grade range
and/or bi-weekly pay range as established herein; incumbents who exceed the pay grade range
and/or position-based compensation range as of the date of enactment of this ordinance are so
approved by this ordinance.
Section 6: Pursuant to Personnel Policy 2.01, Job Classification System, as approved by the
Personnel Board and consistent with Section 7.7 of the Webster Groves City Charter, the City
Manager shall maintain and publish a list of all job titles and their assignment to a specific pay
grade.
Section 7: Incidental compensation items, including, but not limited to, unscheduled overtime, auto
allowance, uniform allowance, stipends, longevity pay, etc. are not considered a component of
annual salary by this ordinance and not subject to the minimum and maximum of the pay grade
range.
Section 8: All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict or inconsistent with the provisions of this
ordinance, including Ordinance No. 9247 are hereby repealed.
Passed and approved this __________ day of ______________, 2024.
__________________________________
MAYOR
ATTEST:
_______________________________
CITY CLERK
RESOLUTION 2024-31
ADOPTION OF THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025
BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Webster Groves, Missouri that
the Annual Budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2024, as prepared by
the City Manager and presented to the City Council on May 7, 2024, after the
required advertisement thereof, including any revisions as of this date, is
hereby adopted.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that in accordance with Section 5.14 of the City
Charter, the several amounts stated in the budget as presented and revised
by the Council, are herewith appropriated to the several objects and purposes
named.
Passed and approved on this _____day of ________, 2024
___________________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________________
City Clerk
RESOLUTION #2024-32
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER
TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH INSIGHT PUBLIC SECTOR, INC.,
FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE
CITY INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MASTER PLAN
WHEREAS, the City desires to use the services of Insight Public Sector,
Inc., to develop the City Information Technology Master Plan and purchase
related deliverables.
WHEREAS, Insight Public Sector Inc., 2701 E. Insight Way, Chandler AZ
85286, will provide services and deliverables at a cost not to exceed $38,200.00,
and was determined to be the most advantageous proposal received under the
OMNIA Cooperative Purchasing Contract with the specifications provided.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF WEBSTER GROVES, hereby authorizes the City Manager to enter into
a contract with Insight Public Sector, Inc., for these services and related
deliverables, for the amount hereinabove set forth, and to assure that all services
are provided in accordance with the contract.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the cost for this purchase/service shall
be paid from the General Fund.
ADOPTED this ________day of _____________, 2024.
________________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________
City Clerk
ARTICLE 2 – THE COUNCIL
Section 2.4 COMPENSATION
Issue: Adjusting Compensation for Council Members and the Mayor
CRAB Recommendation
1) Set compensation for City Council members at $400 per month, not exceeding $4,800
per year.
2) Set compensation for the Mayor at $625 per month, not exceeding $7,500 per year.
3) No City Council member or Mayor presently serving shall receive increased
compensation during their term of office.
4) The current rate of compensation per meeting attended will remain in effect for each
officeholder until the next term for each office begins.
5) Every four (4) years after the effective date of this Charter amendment, the City Council
shall review the compensation paid Council members and Mayor and may adjust the
future levels by ordinance. Any change in compensation approved by ordinance shall not
take effect until the new term begins for each office.
6) The City Council may appoint a citizens’ commission to study and recommend
compensation adjustments to the Council.
7) City Council members and the Mayor may receive reasonable reimbursement for actual
and necessary expenses incurred in the fulfillment of that office, provided such expenses
are budgeted and supported by appropriate documentation.
Voting yes: Tammy Behm, Nicole Chaput, Paul Dribin, Joseph Dugan, Jennifer Finney,
Matthew Hile, Melissa Johnson, Jeanne Kirkton, Kyle Klemp
Voting no: none
Passed 9-0
Priority level (show of hands): High-9, Medium-0, Low-0
CRAB Findings
1) Webster Groves’ compensation approach and rate for City Council and Mayor have not
changed since 1965 – 58 years ago.
2) The current compensation levels do not reflect increases in cost of living since 1965.
Adjusted for historical inflation, $600 and $750 in 1965 would now equal, respectively,
$5,811.34 and $7,264.18 as of May 2023, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics CPI
Inflation Calculator.
3) Webster Groves’ compensation levels are the lowest of any of our neighboring
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municipalities; and the lowest of comparable size municipalities (by population) and
other home rule municipalities in St. Louis County for which information is readily
available. See below Table 3 – Comparisons of Compensation Levels.
4) Compensation provided to City Council and Mayor for serving in these positions is a
statement of value, recognizing time and effort are required to oversee City government
operations and protect the public interest.
5) Compensation for these positions that is too low can be a deterrent for individuals
serving on City Council or Mayor who are from limited financial means and/or who would
need to take time off work and forgo wages or promotions in their regular jobs. The
current pay levels do not cover the cost of hiring dependent care, such as a babysitter,
for the multiple hours of City-related meetings that occur each month.
6) Compensation based on meetings attended requires additional tracking than a flat
monthly payment. Compensating City Council and Mayor by month rather than by
meetings attended is a simpler approach.
7) The compensation increases proposed by CRAB would have a small impact on the City
budget. Council compensation of $4,800 per year for Council members and $7,500 per
year for the Mayor would total $36,600 annually. This is 0.12 percent of the City’s 2024
budget. Note: This does not include permitted reimbursement of actual and necessary
expenses incurred in the fulfillment of their offices.
Table 3. Comparison of Council & Mayor Compensation Levels Among St. Louis County
Municipalities
Municipality Population Government Council Compensation Mayor Compensation
Form
Clayton 16,943 Council- $100/mtg; avg 3 mtgs/mo $250/mtg; avg. 3
Manager ($3,600/yr) mtgs/mo ($9,000)
Creve Coeur 18,660 Mayor-CAO- $400/mo ($4,800/yr) $600/mo ($7,200/yr)
Council
Ferguson 18,343 Council- $250/mo ($3,000/yr) $350/mo ($4,200/yr)
Manager
Kirkwood 29,371 Mayor-CAO- $2,400/yr $3,600/yr
Council
Richmond 9,201 Council- $480/mo ($5,760/yr) $6,000/yr
Heights Manager plus $120/mtg
University 34,629 Council- $2,400/yr $4,800/yr
City Manager
Webster 23,770 Council- $20/mtg $25/mtg
Groves Manager 600/yr cap $750/yr cap
Prepared by Webster Groves Charter Review Advisory Board, May 2023
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BILL #9255
ORDINANCE #9255
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF WEBSTER GROVES, MISSOURI, AMENDING
CHAPTER 70, BY ADDING A NEW SECTION 70.227, PROHIBITING THE
POSSESSION, MANUFACTURE, TRANSPORT, REPAIR,
AND SALE OF CERTAIN WEAPONS
WHEREAS, Section 21.750 of the Missouri Revised Statutes permits political
subdivisions to pass any ordinance that "conforms exactly with any of the provisions of sections
571.010 to 571.070;" and
WHEREAS, Section 571.020 of the Missouri Revised Statutes prohibits the possession,
manufacture, transport, repair, and sale of any firearm silencer or short-barreled rifle or shotgun in
violation of federal law; and
WHEREAS, Section 571.020 of the Missouri Revised Statutes prohibits the possession,
manufacture, transport, repair, and sale of any machine gun in violation of federal law; and
WHEREAS, federal law prohibits possessing, selling, and transferring machine guns,
which include "switches/Glock switches," "auto-sears," "bump stocks," and any other parts or
combination of parts designed to convert a weapon into one capable of firing more than one shot
by a single function of the trigger.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WEBSTER GROVES, MISSOURI, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Chapter 70, of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Webster Groves, Missouri,
is hereby amended by adding a new Section 70.227, Prohibiting the Possession-manufacture-
transport-repair-sale of prohibited weapons, and said section to read as follows:
Sec. 70.227: Possession-manufacture-transport-repair-sale of prohibited weapons.
(a) Definitions:
(1) Machine gun. A "machine gun" is any firearm that is capable of firing more than
one shot automatically, without manual reloading, by a single function of the
trigger, regardless of whether the firearm was originally manufactured as a machine
gun or was modified by a switch, Glock switch, auto sear, bump stock, trigger crank,
or any other manufactured or homemade component. The word "machine gun"
includes include any part designed and intended solely and exclusively, or
combination of parts designed and intended, for use in converting a weapon into a
machinegun, and any combination of part from which a machinegun can be
assembled if such parts are in the possession or under the control of a person.
(2) Firearm silencer. A "firearm silencer" is any instrument, attachment, or appliance
that is designed or adapted to muffle the noise made by the firing of any firearm.
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(3) Short barrel. A "short barrel" is a barrel length of less than sixteen inches for a
rifle and eighteen inches for a shotgun, both measured from the face of the bolt or
standing breech, or an overall rifle or shotgun length of less than twenty-six inches.
(4) Shotgun. A "shotgun" is any firearm designed or adapted to be fired from the
shoulder and to use the energy of the explosive in a fixed shotgun shell to fire a
number of shots or a single projectile through a smooth bore barrel by a single
function of the trigger.
(b) Unlawful possession, manufacture, transport, repair, or sale of a prohibited
weapon. A person commits the unlawful possession, manufacture, transport, repair, or sale of a
prohibited weapon if the person knowingly possesses, manufactures, transports, repairs, or sells a
machine gun, firearm silencer, or short-barreled rifle or shotgun in violation of federal law.
(c) Violation. Any person violating any provision of this section shall be deemed guilty
of an ordinance violation.
(d) Penalty. The punishment for violating any provision of this section shall be the same
as the punishment for the ordinance violation of unlawful use of weapons, which is defined by
Section ________ and __________.
(e) Severability. If any section, subsection, word, or phrase in this law is held
unenforceable, invalid, or illegal, every other section, subsection, word, and phrase shall continue
to have the full force and effect of law.
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 _______________ 2024.
________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________
City Clerk
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BILL #9256
ORDINANCE #9256
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF WEBSTER GROVES, MISSOURI, AMENDING
CHAPTER 70, BY ADDING A NEW SECTION 70.226 RELATED TO THE UNLAWFUL
TRANSFER OF WEAPONS TO A MINOR
WHEREAS, Section 571.060 of the Missouri Revised Statutes prohibits the sale, lease,
loan, giving away, or delivery of any firearm to a person less than eighteen years old without the
consent of the child's custodial parent or guardian; and
WHEREAS, for the purposes of Missouri's prohibition on delivering firearms to minors,
Section 571.010 defines "firearm" as "any weapon that is designed or adapted to expel a projectile
by the action of an explosive;" and
WHEREAS, Section 21.750 of the Missouri Revised Statutes permits political
subdivisions to pass any ordinance that conforms exactly with any of the provisions of sections
571.010 to 571.070."
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WEBSTER GROVES, MISSOURI, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Chapter 70, of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Webster Groves, Missouri,
is hereby amended by enacting a new Section 70.226, Unlawful transfer of weapons; parental or
guardian consent for delivery of a firearm to minors; failure to report stolen or lost firearm, and
said section shall read as follows:
Sec. 70.226. Unlawful transfer of weapons; parental or guardian consent for delivery of a
firearm to minors; failure to report stolen or lost firearm.
(a.) Definitions
(1) Recklessly. The word "recklessly" as used in this section means a person who
consciously disregards a substantial and unjustifiable risk that circumstances exist
or that a result will follow, and such disregard constitutes a gross deviation from the
standard of care which a reasonable person would exercise in the situation.
(2) Minor. The word "minor" as used in this section means a person less than 18
years old.
(3) Bullet-Cartridge. An object consisting of a cartridge case, primer, powder, and
projectile arranged in such a way that the projectile can be expelled by the action of
an explosion.
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(b) Unlawful transfer of a weapon. A person commits the unlawful transfer of a weapon if
the person recklessly sells, leases, loans, gives away or delivers any firearm, which includes
a bullet-cartridge, to a minor without the consent of the minor's custodial parent or guardian;
provided, that this does not prohibit the delivery of such weapons to any peace officer or
member of the Armed Forces or National Guard while performing the officer's or member's
official duty
(c) Violation. A person violating this section shall be guilty of an ordinance violation.
(d.) Penalty. The punishment for violating any provision of this section shall be the same as the
punishment for the ordinance violation of unlawful use of weapons, which is defined by
Sections 50-261 and 50-262.
(e.) Severability. If any section, subsection, word, or phrase in this law is held unenforceable,
invalid, or illegal, every other section, subsection, word, and phrase shall continue to have
the full force and effect of law.
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 _______________ 2024.
________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________
City Clerk
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RESOLUTION #2024-33
AMENDING THE CURRENT WASTE MANAGEMENT CONTRACT
WHEREAS, the City desires to amend the current solid waste contract
with Waste Management; and
WHEREAS, the amendments are cited in the attached Exhibit 1.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF WEBSTER GROVES, hereby authorizes the City Manager to execute
said amendments to the contract with Waste Management, which contract was
originally approved via Ordinance #9226 on June 6, 2023.
ADOPTED this ________day of _____________, 2024.
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Mayor
ATTEST:
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City Clerk
Exhibit 1
RESOLUTION #2024-34
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT
WITH THE CITY OF OAKLAND FOR UTILIZATION OF
PARKS & RECREATION FACILITIES
WHEREAS, the City of Oakland, a neighboring municipality, desires to update its
resident amenities by providing access to the City of Webster Groves Parks and
Recreation facilities at resident rates.
WHEREAS, the City of Webster Groves will provide access to its Parks and
Recreation Facilities, specifically the Recreation Center, Aquatic Center, Tennis
Center, and Ice Rink at the Webster Groves resident rate, subject to the same
policies and rules as Webster Groves residents use of recreational facilities.
Further, non-resident rates and rules apply to the rentals of park pavilions, ice
rink, meeting rooms, and athletic fields. (See Exhibit 1)
WHEREAS, the City of Webster Groves Parks and Recreation staff will prepare
monthly reports on the City of Oakland’s usage and invoice the City of Oakland
for the difference between the resident and non-resident rates.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WEBSTER GROVES, that the City Manager is hereby authorized to execute, on
behalf of the City, an agreement with the City of Oakland, in substantially the
same form as attached hereto, and made a part hereby by this reference, upon
simultaneous execution by the City of Oakland.
ADOPTED this ______ day of ________, 2024.
__________________________
MAYOR
ATTEST:
______________________________
CITY CLERK
Exhibit 1
Facilities Usage Agreement
This Facilities Usage Agreement (“Agreement”) is made and entered into as of the ___ day
of , 2024 by and between the City of Oakland, Missouri (hereinafter “OAKLAND”);
and the City of Webster Groves, Missouri (hereinafter the “WEBSTER”).
WHEREAS, WEBSTER owns and operates various recreational facilities and programs,
including, without limitation, a swimming pool, recreation center, tennis facilities and ice skating
rink;
WHEREAS, OAKLAND is a neighboring municipality to WEBSTER and does not
currently have or plan to construct similar recreational facilities; and
WHEREAS, WEBSTER and OAKLAND agree that allowing residents of OAKLAND to
use WEBSTER’s recreational facilities at the same rates as WEBSTER residents and in return
OAKLAND paying WEBSTER an amount to subsize WEBSTER between WEBSTER’s resident
and non-resident fees for use of such facilities will benefit both communities.
NOW, THEREFORE, for mutual and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency
of which are acknowledged, WEBSTER and OAKLAND, agree as follows:
1. WEBSTER shall provide residents of OAKLAND, who display proof of
OAKLAND residency, the opportunity to use WEBSTER’s recreational facilities on a daily on
annual basis at the same rates as residents of WEBSTER. The facilities that are subject to this
Agreement include the WEBSTER Recreation Center, Aquatic Center, Tennis Center, and Ice
Arena. This Agreement excludes resident rates for rental of park pavilions, ice rink, meeting rooms
and athletic fields.
2. OAKLAND shall pay to WEBSTER amounts necessary to subsidize WEBSTER
for the difference in cost between WEBSTER’s resident and non-resident rates for the use of the
recreational facilities by OAKLAND residents. WEBSTER agrees to provide itemized monthly
invoices to OAKLAND detailing the amount of day-use passes and annual memberships
purchased, resident fee, non-resident fee, and subsidized difference billable to OAKLAND.
OAKLAND shall pay such invoice within thirty (30) days of receipt.
3. OAKLAND’s commitment to pay WEBSTER for the difference between the
resident and non-resident rates for the WEBSTER facilities used by OAKLAND residents shall be
capped at the ending amount of any calendar month that $15,000 in subsidies have been accrued
during the OAKLAND fiscal year (July 1 to June 30). In the event OAKLAND reaches its
maximum payment obligation during any OAKLAND fiscal year, OAKLAND shall publish in its
monthly newsletter, social media or other outlets to its residents that OAKLAND residents will be
charged the non-resident rates for the remainder of the OAKLAND fiscal year. WEBSTER shall
be entitled to also advise OAKLAND residents that OAKLAND residents will be charged the non-
resident rates for use of WEBSTER recreational facilities and programs through the remainder of
OAKLAND’s fiscal year.
4. OAKLAND residents will be subject to the same policies and rules as WEBSTER
residents for the use of WEBSTER’s recreational facilities
5. This term of this Agreement shall run from the effective date of this Agreement
through June 30, 2025. This Agreement shall automatically renew for successive one year renewal
terms running from July 1 to June 30 unless either party notifies the other at least 60 days in
advance that it intends to not renew this Agreement. Either party may terminate this Agreement
upon 60 days’ advanced written notice.
WHEREFORE, the Parties have set their hands the day and date first above written.
CITY OF OAKLAND
By:
Name: Tom Steuby
Title: Mayor
CITY OF WEBSTER GROVES
By:
Name: Dr. Marie Peoples
Title: City Manager
Exhibit A
2024 Membership and Daily Admission Chart
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