Kirkwood City Council Meeting Minutes
Kirkwood City Hall
Thursday, August 4, 2022, 7:00 p.m.

Pursuant to notice of meeting duly given by the Mayor, the City Council convened on Thursday, August 4, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. at Kirkwood City Hall, 139 South Kirkwood Road, Kirkwood, Missouri. Present were Mayor Griffin, Council Members Duwe, Gibbons, Luetzow, Sears, Ward and Zimmer. Also in attendance were Assistant Chief Administrative Officer David Weidler, City Clerk Laurie Asche, Deputy City Clerk Kim Sansegraw, Planning and Development Services Director Jonathan Raiche, Public Services Director Bill Bensing, City Engineer Chris Krueger and City Attorney John Hessel.  
	          
INTRODUCTIONS AND RECOGNITIONS
NONE

PRESENTATIONS
         NONE

PUBLIC HEARINGS
Mayor Griffin recessed the meeting for the purpose of conducting a public hearing regarding a request for a Community Unit Plan at 600 North Ballas Road for a six-lot subdivision. Mr. Hessel entered the following exhibits into record: an Affidavit of Publication in the St. Louis Countian on July 15, 2022, as Exhibit 1; an Affidavit of Publication in the Webster-Kirkwood Times on July 15, 2022, as Exhibit 2; a list of property owners who were sent notice of the public hearing, as Exhibit 3; an aerial view map showing the subject property and the properties that were notified of the hearing, as Exhibit 4; the report of the Planning and Zoning Commission dated July 7, 2022, as Exhibit 5; the report of the Planning and Zoning Subcommittee dated July 6, 2022, as Exhibit 6; email communication from St. Louis County dated July 22, 2022, as Exhibit 7; letter from Elizabeth Lum dated July 29, 2022, as Exhibit 8 and the Kirkwood Code of Ordinances as Exhibit 9.  

Planning and Development Services Director Jonathan Raiche presented information pertaining to the request:
•	Community Unit Plans provides for flexibility in residential land development where properties face natural physical challenges such as rock formation, soil conditions, steepness of terrain or flood conditions
•	Items such as setbacks, lot size, and lot width may be modified under the CUP Process
•	This property is approximately 7 acres about 2000’ north of Dougherty Ferry on Ballas Road and is zoned R-1
•	Lot flexibility requested – largest residential lot is 35,609 sq. ft. and the smallest is 23,633 sq. ft.
•	Plan meets the requirements for 1 tree/50’ of frontage; 1 tree/2,000 sf of site area; and 35% canopy coverage

•	Additional landscape buffer provided along eastern property line primarily evergreen to screen cul-de-sac from neighboring property to the east
•	Project is subject to review and approval by MSD prior to City approval of the final plat
•	The majority of the site is being fed into the proposed nested detention & water quality basin in the southwest corner
Some of the Planning and Zoning Discussion of Note included:
•	The land use is compatible with the surrounding neighborhood, and the size, shape, and density of lots and associated setbacks provided by the CUP
•	The area between the cul-de-sac and the eastern property line should be landscaped for privacy screening and reduction of light trespass with this area subject to landscape buffer easement to include evergreen trees and to provide for ongoing maintenance
•	The amount of land contributing stormwater off-site will be reduced by the proposed plans

Petitioner Elizabeth Lum addressed the council. Some of the discussion that took place is as follows:
•	Question was raised if the City Forester has reviewed this proposal and concern was raised with stormwater run-off
o	The City Forester has reviewed the proposed plan and will review the final plan
o	Petitioner will meet with MSD to address stormwater run-off issues
•	Question was raised regarding the light code for residential property
o	The lighting code exempts single family residential properties
•	Concern was raised regarding the stormwater run-off and meeting or exceeding MSD requirements
•	Inquiry was made if there will be parking on both sides of the street in the cul-de-sac
o	There has not been any discussion regarding parking restrictions
•	Question was raised regarding how much water the basin will hold
o	The basin will be designed by the criteria set by MSD

Public Comment:
1.	Jay Kridel, 688 Trailcrest Ct., feels light trespass protection should be provided on the northern end of the proposed development.
2.	Gale Rahmoeller, 2006 Meadowtree Ln., recommends stormwater run-off addressed on both sides of the development.
3.	David Anderson, 521 Taylor Young Drive, feels there should be a crosswalk and sidewalks installed and is concerned about stormwater run-off, retention pond and the water line.

The Resolution will be placed on the August 18, 2022 agenda for Council consideration.

       PUBLIC COMMENT
1.	Clint Elder, City of Kirkwood employee, spoke regarding concern of current pension plan for civilian City employees.
2.	Mark Petty, Electric Director, requested to let civilian City employees have an opportunity to discuss the pension plan with council at a future work session.

CONSENT AGENDA
	Motion was made by Council Member Duwe and seconded by Council Member Luetzow to approve the Consent Agenda. The Consent Agenda was unanimously approved.
a)	Approval of the July 21, 2022 Council Meeting Minutes
b)	Resolution 99-2022, appointing and reappointing members to the Downtown Special Business District Advisory Commission
c)	Resolution 100-2022, appointing Abraham Rappaport to the Youth Advisory Commission for a term to June 2025
d)	Resolution 106-2022, appointing Andy Palombo to the Arts Commission for a partial term to June 2024

UNFINISHED BUSINESS
	Bill 10938, appropriating $17,494.40 from the Equitable Sharing Fund Balance to the Police Department Machinery and Equipment Account, accepting the bid of Dana Safety Supply, Inc. in the amount of $17,494.40 for the purchase of 80 Surefire X300U-A Weapon Lights for the Police Department and authorizing and directing the Director of Procurement to issue a Purchase Order was brought before the council. 

Roll Call:	

Mayor Griffin				“Yes”	
Council Member Duwe		“Yes”	
Council Member Gibbons	 	“Yes”
Council Member Luetzow		“Yes”
Council Member Sears		“Yes”
Council Member Ward		“Yes”
Council Member Zimmer		“Yes”

The bill, having received majority approval of the Council, was adopted and became Ordinance 10767.

NEW BUSINESS
	Bill 10939, readopting a procedure to disclose potential conflicts of interest and substantial interests for certain officials as set forth in Chapter 2, Article I, Section 2-5 of the Kirkwood Code of Ordinances was brought before the council. Motion was made by Council Member Zimmer and seconded by Council Member Luetzow to accept the bill for first reading approval. 
  
The bill received first reading approval and was held over.

	Bill 10940, appropriating $925,154 from the Certificates of Participation Series 2022 to the Fire Department Rolling Stock Account, Project #FD2308, and accepting the bid of Sentinel Emergency Solutions, LLC in the amount of $925,154 (pursuant to HGACBuy Cooperative Contract) for the purchase of a Rosenbauer Rescue Pumper for the Fire Department and authorizing and directing the Director of Procurement to issue a Purchase Order was brought 

before the council. Motion was made by Council Member Ward and seconded by Council Member Gibbons to accept the bill for first reading approval. A discussion was held.

The bill received first reading approval and was held over.

	Resolution 101-2022, accepting the bid of TraMar Contracting, Inc. in the amount not to exceed of $80,038.50 (which includes a contingency of $5,000) for 2022 Acrylic Waterborne Pavement Markings and authorizing and directing the Mayor to enter into a contract was brought 
before the council. Motion was made by Council Member Luetzow and seconded by Council Member Ward to accept the Resolution as read. A discussion was held.

Roll Call:	

Mayor Griffin				“Yes”	
Council Member Duwe		“Yes”	
Council Member Gibbons	 	“Yes”
Council Member Luetzow		“Yes”
Council Member Sears		“Yes”
Council Member Ward		“Yes”
Council Member Zimmer		“Yes”
                                      
	Resolution 102-2022, transferring funds in the amount of $19,461 from the Landfill Disposal Fees Account to the Building and Site Improvement Account, Project #SA2304, accepting the quote of Middendorf & Reuss Construction, Inc. in the amount of $19,461 for Recycling Center Repairs and authorizing and directing the Director of Procurement to issue a Purchase Order was brought before the council. Motion was made by Council Member Duwe and seconded by Council Member Ward to accept the Resolution as read.  A discussion was held.

Roll Call:	

Mayor Griffin				“Yes”	
Council Member Duwe		“Yes”	
Council Member Gibbons	 	“Yes”
Council Member Luetzow		“Yes”
Council Member Sears		“Yes”
Council Member Ward		“Yes”
Council Member Zimmer		“Yes”

	Resolution 103-2022, accepting the quote of Superion, LLC in the amount of $121,736.06 for CentralSquare Software renewal for the MIS Department and authorizing and directing the Director of Procurement to issue a Purchase Order was brought before the council. Motion was made by Council Member Zimmer and seconded by Council Member Gibbons to accept the Resolution as read.  A discussion was held.

Roll Call:	

Mayor Griffin				“Yes”	
Council Member Duwe		“Yes”	
Council Member Gibbons	 	“Yes”
Council Member Luetzow		“Yes”
Council Member Sears		“Yes”
Council Member Ward		“Yes”
Council Member Zimmer		“Yes”

	Resolution 104-2022, authorizing and directing the submittal of a Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) Application to East-West Gateway Council of Governments for federal funds for the Gravois Greenway/Grant’s Trail Extension was brought before the council. Motion was made by Council Member Ward and seconded by Council Member Gibbons to accept the Resolution as read.  

Roll Call:	

Mayor Griffin				“Yes”	
Council Member Duwe		“Yes”	
Council Member Gibbons	 	“Yes”
Council Member Luetzow		“Yes”
Council Member Sears		“Yes”
Council Member Ward		“Yes”
Council Member Zimmer		“Yes”

	Resolution 105-2022, authorizing and directing the submittal of a Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) Application to East-West Gateway Council of Governments for federal funds for pedestrian improvements to Argonne Drive was brought before the council. Motion was made by Council Member Luetzow and seconded by Council Member Duwe to accept the Resolution as read.  

Roll Call:	

Mayor Griffin				“Yes”	
Council Member Duwe		“Yes”	
Council Member Gibbons	 	“Yes”
Council Member Luetzow		“Yes”
Council Member Sears		“Yes”
Council Member Ward		“Yes”
Council Member Zimmer		“Yes”
		
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION
NONE

CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
1.	Mayor Griffin congratulated Council Member Sears on becoming a grandfather.
2.	Council Member Zimmer reported that he presented a certificate to AmVets Post #1 for their 75th anniversary on July 23, 2022. 
3.	Council Member Gibbons reported she will be visiting the train station in Geneva, IL to see how the Kirkwood Train Station could be a community gathering place.
4.	Council Member Gibbons reported there is a speeding problem on Ann Avenue and she has discussed the matter with CAO Hawes.
5.	Council Member Gibbons reported receiving a call from the president of Bradford Square Condominiums regarding the recent flooding.
6.	Council Member Duwe seconded the remarks from Council Member Gibbons on the speeding problem on Ann Avenue.

CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER REPORT
	Mr. Weidler had nothing to report.

CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
	Mr. Hessel had nothing to report.     

  CITY CLERK REPORT
Ms. Asche reported on the scheduled upcoming public hearing:
	August 18, 2022
Allocation of $46,800 in Community Development Block Grant funds 

                   					ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the formal meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m.  The next regular council meeting is scheduled for August 18, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. 

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Laurie Asche
City Clerk

Approved: August 18, 2022