Jennings public meetings in 2021

City Council

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The Jennings City Council approved a 1.25% local use tax to be placed on the April 5, 2022 ballot, and adopted a COVID-19 vaccination policy for city employees. The council also approved the 2022 employee medical benefits, switching to United Healthcare, and approved several personnel hires and transfers in closed session.

• Approved Ordinance #2610 imposing 1.25% use tax for April 2022 ballot (7-1)
• Adopted Ordinance #2612 requiring employee COVID-19 vaccination (5-3)
• Approved 2022 employee medical benefits with United Healthcare (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance #2611 authorizing purchase of multiple real properties (unanimous)
• Approved Pandemic Preparedness Policy (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to adopt a street in honor of Marlon Owens (unanimous)
• Denied hiring Johnnie Carter as full-time Code Enforcement Inspector (7-0-1)
• Approved hiring Steven Jackson as full-time Code Enforcement Inspector (unanimous)

City Council

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City Council

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The Jennings City Council approved a conditional use permit for Gourmet Street Eatz, a limited-service restaurant at 9426 Lewis and Clark Blvd., by a narrow 2-0 vote with four abstentions and two opposed, after discussion about an unsatisfied TIF loan. A separate permit for a food truck at the same location was tabled. The council also approved several ordinances, including stop sign placements, and accepted the 2021 audit.

• Approved restaurant conditional use permit for Gourmet Street Eatz (2-0, 4 abstentions, 2 opposed)
• Tabled food truck conditional use permit for Gourmet Street Eatz (7-1)
• Approved stop sign ordinance at Old Lucas and Hunt Road and Blewett Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved stop sign ordinance at Old Lucas and Hunt Road and Robley Drive (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit amendment for Their Future's Bright Academy II (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for Healen Handz Scrubs & More (unanimous)
• Accepted 2021 audit (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment #2 for ARPA funds and City Clerk's Office (unanimous)

Business Watch Program

This is a Business Watch meeting for the City of Jennings, featuring guest speakers from Chase Bank, Oak Street Health, and the St. Louis County Police Department. The agenda includes presentations on business banking and health services, as well as monthly crime trends for the Jennings 8th Precinct. The meeting is informational and open to the public via Zoom.

• Guest speakers: Chase Bank Branch Manager Byron Price and Business Banker Craig Harris
• Guest speaker: Oak Street Health Director Marnie Stith
• St. Louis County Police Department Captain Norman Mann and Lieutenant Jeff Warner to present crime trends
• Monthly crime trends for Jennings 8th Precinct to be discussed

The meeting was informational, with no formal votes or decisions. Presentations covered Chase Bank's expansion, Oak Street Health's new clinic, and a voluntary camera registration program proposed by St. Louis County Police. Crime statistics showed decreases in most categories, and the city discussed American Rescue Plan fund usage.

• No formal decisions or votes taken; meeting was informational
• Chase Bank announced new location on Lindbergh, plans for ~20 area locations
• Oak Street Health clinic grand opening set for Nov 3, 2021 at Buzz Westfall Plaza
• Police proposed voluntary camera registration program for residents and businesses
• City to distribute flyer on dumping and suspicious activity to businesses
• American Rescue Plan survey to be sent out for community input on $2.7M in funds

City Council

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The Jennings City Council approved the 2021 tax levy ordinance (Ordinance #2601) and an ordinance amending Chapter 6 of the municipal code (Ordinance #2602). They also approved a revised DOT Drug and Alcohol Policy, budget amendment #1, and several personnel actions including hiring a corrections officer and promoting a corporal. The meeting included a public hearing on the tax levy and various resident concerns.

• Approved 2021 tax levy ordinance (Ordinance #2601) (8-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 6 (Ordinance #2602) (7-1, Fountain Henderson opposing)
• Approved revised DOT Drug and Alcohol Policy (8-0)
• Approved budget amendment #1 for salary adjustment (8-0)
• Approved appointment of Khianna Ward as Employer representative for Lagers (8-0)
• Approved appointment of Pam Price to Youth Commission (8-0)
• Approved memorial tree for Mrs. Valver L. Johnson in Koeneman Park (8-0)
• Approved hiring of Nichole Tiller as full-time Corrections Officer (8-0)

City Council

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The Jennings City Council approved five ordinances, including a limit of 35 conditional use permits in the C-2S district, a conditional use permit for a daycare at 8850 Jennings Station Road, a three-way stop at Glen Garden and Alexandria Place, property purchases, and a zoning change allowing stockade fences. The council also approved the 2022 CDBG allocation of $186,000, appointed Rose Eichelberger to fill the Ward 3 vacancy, and approved several other appointments and contracts. All votes were unanimous among the six members present; Joseph Turner was absent.

• Approved Ordinance #2596 limiting C-2S conditional use permits to 35 (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance #2598 granting daycare conditional use permit to Lucretia Wilks (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance #2600 allowing stockade fences (6-0)
• Approved $186,000 CDBG allocation for demolition, home improvement, street work (6-0)
• Appointed Rose Eichelberger as Ward 3 Councilmember (6-0)
• Approved Koeneman Park fountain pump repair up to $15,000 (6-0)
• Approved hiring Regina Fitzgerald as Deputy Building Commissioner (6-0)
• Approved hiring Anthony Rivers as Code Enforcement Inspector (6-0)

Business Watch Program

The Business Watch meeting includes presentations from various community programs and health educators. The agenda also features a report on monthly crime trends from the St. Louis County Police Department Jennings 8th Precinct.

• Presentation by Show Me Hope Missouri Crisis Counselor Program
• Presentation by Bridges to Care and Recovery Program
• BJC Healthcare community health education
• St. Louis County Police Department monthly crime trends report

The meeting was informational, with no formal votes or decisions. Presentations covered mental health resources, COVID vaccination events, and crime prevention. Mayor Austin reported on development projects and grants.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded
• Presentations on Show Me Hope crisis counseling and Bridges to Recovery program
• BJC offered free onsite COVID vaccination events for businesses in priority zip codes
• Flock Safety promoted license plate camera systems for businesses
• Police requested businesses report suspicious activity and maintain communication
• Mayor encouraged business listings on city website and participation in meetings
• Mayor reported KFC, fire station, Speedway, and City Hall/Recreation Center projects
• City awaiting $2.7M American Rescue Plan funds and police grant

City Council

This meeting has no agenda items and is purely procedural. The council directs residents to review the minutes for any prior actions or discussions.

The Jennings City Council approved the purchase of a 2021 Schwarze street sweeper for $267,161.75, along with $33,500 in line item transfers. The council also approved a $180,000 construction management contract for Emanon Group, Inc. and Irvetta Williams dba IJAY Enterprise, and a $102,713 engineering design services contract for the Garesche Street Improvements Project. Two conditional use permits were transferred/approved for Andy's Auto Repair and Classy Events, LLC.

• Approved $267,161.75 purchase of 2021 Schwarze street sweeper (unanimous)
• Approved $33,500 line item transfers for street sweeper purchase (unanimous)
• Approved $180,000 construction management contract for Emanon Group/IJAY Enterprise (7-1, Fountain Henderson opposing)
• Approved $102,713 engineering design services for Garesche Street Improvements (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of conditional use permit to Andy's Auto Repair at 8101 West Florissant Road (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for Classy Events, LLC at 8890 Jennings Station Road (unanimous)
• Approved appointments: John Schlereth to Planning Commission, Lola Nash to Senior Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Special Event Permit for Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church Back-to-School Giveaway (unanimous)

City Council

This meeting has no agenda items; it is purely procedural, with only minutes available for review.

The Jennings City Council approved ordinances to consolidate two lots at 8730 and 8742 Jennings Station Road for the new North County Fire & Rescue Fire Station and to waive all associated fees. The council also approved conditional use permits for Assured Health Services, LLC and Black Rose Event Hall, and approved new business items including a construction management contract for the City Center project.

• Approved Bill #2653 (Ordinance #2590) to consolidate two lots for the North County Fire & Rescue Fire Station.
• Approved Bill #2654 (Ordinance #2591) to waive all fees for the fire station project at 8730 Jennings Station Road.
• Approved Bill #2655 (Ordinance #2592) granting a conditional use permit to Assured Health Services, LLC.
• Approved Bill #2656 (Ordinance #2593) granting a conditional use permit to Black Rose Event Hall.
• Approved extension of the financial consultant's contract until March 31, 2022.
• Approved additional speed bumps on the 1900-2000 block of McLaran Avenue and Switzer Avenue.
• Approved appointment of Iris Hughes to the Senior Commission for a two-year term.
• Approved construction management contract with Emanon Group & Irvetta Williams for $180,000 (not to exceed $200,000) and geotechnical engineering contract with SCI Engineering, Inc. for $8,950 (not to exceed $15,000).

Business Watch Program

The City of Jennings is holding its monthly Business Watch meeting over Zoom, featuring guest speakers from the PGA Tournament, the St. Louis County Department of Public Health, and the St. Louis County Police Department. The agenda includes an introduction of the new D Platoon and a monthly crime trends report from the Jennings 8th Precinct. This is an informational meeting for local businesses, not a formal decision-making session.

• Guest speaker Alonzo Byrd, Director of Business Development/Community Engagement for the PGA Tournament
• Guest speaker Dr. Keith E. Street from St. Louis County Department of Public Health on health promotion and research
• Captain Jason Law introduces the new D Platoon of the St. Louis County Police Department
• Monthly crime trends report from the St. Louis County Police Department Jennings 8th Precinct
• Meeting held via Zoom on June 25, 2021, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., with advance registration required

Business Watch Program

This meeting has no agenda items and is purely procedural, with no decisions or discussions scheduled. Residents should refer to the meeting minutes for any prior actions.

The meeting was informational, with no formal votes or decisions. Presentations covered the Ascension Charity Classic golf tournament, COVID-19 Delta variant vaccination efforts, and updates on police efforts, including a pending grant and the upcoming $2.7 million American Rescue Plan Act funds. Mayor Austin noted the police department was absent but assured attendees that drug, gang, and speeding issues are being addressed.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded at this meeting
• Mayor Austin announced the city will receive $2.7 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds, with recommended uses including demolition, nonprofit support, street repairs, and park security
• Police Department is working on a grant that, if approved, would fund additional detectives, street lighting, cameras, road fixes, and after-school programs
• Process for residents to request speed bumps: submit request to City Hall, police study, Ways and Means Committee review, then Council approval

City Council

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The City Council approved a lease purchase transaction authorizing the issuance of $11,190,000 in Certificates of Participation to fund the new Jennings City Hall and recreation center at the former River Roads mall site. The council also approved the subdivision of the lot for the project and passed ordinances for several conditional use permits, including a KFC drive-thru, a beauty bar, and event spaces. A conditional use permit for Classy Events, LLC was denied, and the council approved a new food truck ordinance and permit application.

• Approved $11.19M bond issuance for City Center project (Ordinance #2583, 6-0-2)
• Approved subdivision of River Roads lot for new City Hall and rec center (Ordinance #2582, 8-0)
• Approved food truck ordinance and permit application (Ordinance #2581, 8-0)
• Approved KFC drive-thru conditional use permit at 8929 Jennings Station Rd (Ordinance #2584, 8-0)
• Denied Classy Events, LLC conditional use permit at 8890 Jennings Station Rd (Bill #2648, 2-6)
• Approved Shanty of Beauty conditional use permit at 7230 W Florissant Ave (Ordinance #2585, 6-2)
• Approved $30,000 Park Master Plan update with Terraspec
• Approved plan review contractors: American Civil Engineers, Jackson Design Services, Horner Shifrin

City Council

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The Jennings City Council approved an ordinance consolidating four parcels into a single lot for Speedway, LLC to operate a convenience store and gas station at 5224 Jennings Station Road. The council also approved multiple new business items, including additional speed bumps on 11 streets, special event permits, and a revised holiday calendar. Several personnel actions were taken in closed session, including hiring new public works laborers and correctional officers.

• Approved lot consolidation for Speedway gas station (Ordinance #2580, unanimous)
• Approved additional speed bumps on 11 streets (unanimous)
• Approved special event permit for Kiwanis Fishing Derby (unanimous)
• Approved special event permit for Norwood Country Club fireworks (unanimous)
• Approved revised 2021 holiday calendar including Juneteenth (unanimous)
• Approved ball field maintenance contract with Green Choice LLC for $16,440 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 16 park benches from School Outfitters for $18,709.84 (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of Lawrence Rush, Brandon Kent, and Cohl Dodds-Arrington as public works laborers (majority votes)

Business Watch Program

The meeting features guest speakers discussing business resources, COVID-19 strategies, and local crime trends. The agenda also includes information regarding a clean-up event in the 4th Ward.

• Presentation on COVID-19 strategies and resources by Liz Harry
• Discussion of gang activity and violent crime by Precinct Detective Jeff Meadows
• Review of monthly crime trends from St. Louis County Police Department
• Information on the 4th Ward Clean-Up scheduled for May 22nd

The Business Watch meeting on April 16, 2021, included presentations on business resources, COVID-19 strategies, and crime trends. Officer McCrary announced a 4th Ward clean-up on May 22, 2021, in collaboration with A Caring Plus Foundation and 4th Ward Alderwoman Lorraine Clower. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was informational.

• Announced 4th Ward clean-up on May 22, 2021 (no vote recorded)

City Council

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The Jennings City Council held a special meeting via Zoom and approved the agenda. In a closed personnel session, the council voted to hire Stephanie Crayton as the full-time Accounting Coordinator and to terminate Jasmine Richardson as a part-time Site Monitor. Both actions were approved by roll call votes with no opposition. The meeting adjourned at 5:08 p.m.

• Approved the meeting agenda, none opposed.
• Approved a closed session for personnel matters under RSMO 610:021-3.
• Approved hiring Stephanie Crayton as Full Time Accounting Coordinator in the Finance Department.
• Approved terminating Jasmine Richardson, part time Site Monitor, per the Recreation Dept director's recommendation.

City Council

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The Jennings City Council approved the 2021-2022 budget, a 30-year longevity pay schedule, and several conditional use permits, including for a homeless veteran program, a construction company, and Speedway LLC to sell liquor. The council also approved special event permits, a janitorial contract, vehicle purchases, and policy revisions. All votes were unanimous except for the homeless veteran program permit, which passed 6-0 with two abstentions.

• Approved 2021-2022 budget (unanimous)
• Approved 30-year longevity pay schedule (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for Adore Home Care LLC homeless veteran program (6-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved conditional use permit for Eric F. Harvey construction company (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for Speedway LLC to sell liquor (unanimous)
• Approved special event permit for Ascension Charity Classic golf tournament (unanimous)
• Approved revised janitorial contract for $70,920 (unanimous)
• Approved vehicle purchases for Public Works for $67,000 (unanimous)

City Council

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The Jennings City Council approved conditional use permits for Sam's Auto Repair and a photography studio, but denied a permit for a homeless veteran program. It also approved a real estate purchase agreement for the City Center project and several other items.

• Approved conditional use permit for Sam's Auto Repair at 8949 Jennings Station Rd (8-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for photography studio at 2321-2323 Hord Ave (8-0)
• Denied conditional use permit for Adore Home Care homeless veteran program (2-6, with 6 abstentions)
• Approved real estate purchase, sale and donation agreement with SWH Investments III for City Center project (8-0)
• Approved ordinance setting 25 mph speed limit in residential areas (8-0)
• Approved $12,500 tree removal bid at Lion's Park from Gamma Tree Service (8-0)
• Approved independent contract with Daniel Smith for financial services, 100 hours at $50/hour (8-0)
• Approved hiring of John Carpenter as Deputy Building Commissioner and Kellie Shelton as Economic Development Coordinator

City Council

The Jennings City Council held a special meeting via Zoom and approved a closed session for personnel matters. The council voted unanimously to terminate Finance Director Brenda Williams and to give City Clerk Deletra Hudson an interim salary increase for supervising the Finance Department and preparing the 2021-2022 budget. A discussion item on the Comprehensive Plan and potential development in Ward 3 was not held because Councilman Johnson, who requested it, left the meeting due to internet issues.

• Approved closed session for personnel (8-0)
• Approved termination of Finance Director Brenda Williams (8-0)
• Approved interim salary increase for City Clerk Deletra Hudson (8-0)
• Adjourned without discussing Ward 3 development item